A secret, rogue faction within the Watchers led by James Horton . They break the Watcher's primary rule of non-interference by actively hunting and beheading immortals.

An ancient immortal and Duncan's spiritual mentor. His death in this episode is a major turning point, ending his role as a source of peace and wisdom for MacLeod.

Horton becomes one of Duncan’s most persistent and dangerous human enemies, appearing in several subsequent seasons.

The murder of Darius is particularly shocking because it occurs within a church, traditionally "holy ground" where immortals are safe from combat.

A flamboyant immortal and close friend of Duncan who arrives to alert him to the danger.

This guide focuses on the 1993 episode , the season one finale of the original Highlander television series. This pivotal episode introduced the series' first major group of antagonists: the renegade Watchers known as "The Hunters". Episode Overview Original Air Date: May 22, 1993

This episode shifts the series' focus from purely "Immortal vs. Immortal" duels to the existential threat posed by humans who know their secret. "Highlander" The Hunters (TV Episode 1993) - IMDb