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The episode alternates between the Underworld in the present day and a flashback to Oz.

This episode establishes the "WickedHades" ship. Reviewers from Daps Magic noted that their interaction, including a ride on Dorothy's bicycle, had "all the makings of a date" and added depth to both villains. [S5E16] Our Decay

Critics and fans on platforms like Reddit often highlight this episode as a turning point for the Underworld arc, though some felt the side plots, like the "haunted phone booth," were less impactful than the central romance. Once Upon A Time S5E16 - Our Decay Review - Daps Magic The episode alternates between the Underworld in the

Snow and David find a way to communicate with their son, Neal, back in Storybrooke using a "haunted" phone booth. Critical Reception Critics and fans on platforms like Reddit often

"Our Decay" is the 16th episode of the fifth season of the ABC fantasy drama Once Upon a Time, originally airing on April 3, 2016. The episode is pivotal for its introduction of the romantic dynamic between Zelena (the Wicked Witch) and Hades, the ruler of the Underworld. Plot Summary

While the main focus is on the villains, Emma, Snow White, and David continue their quest to rescue Hook. A side plot involves Belle arriving in the Underworld and discovering the truth about Gold’s renewed status as the Dark One and her own pregnancy. Key Character Developments

Zelena attempts to steal the Scarecrow’s brain to fuel a time-travel spell. She is confronted by Dorothy Gale, who has returned to Oz to protect her friends. During her quest, Zelena encounters Hades, who reveals he wants to help her.