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S5·E6 The Bear and the Bow

Core Aired November 1, 2015

Narrative Classification: Character-defining development exploring origin backstory and emotional depth.

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Synopsis

In a Camelot flashback, a chance encounter with Merlin, David, Hook and Belle gives Merida new hope in her quest to save her brothers from the usurping clans of DunBroch. Unwilling to leave anything up to fate, Merida brings Belle along on a dangerous journey that culminates with an invaluable lesson in bravery. In Storybrooke, Regina, Mary Margaret and David discover the spell that would allow one of Merlin’s chosen to communicate with him, but when Arthur fails to reach the missing sorcerer the heroes grow suspicious. Meanwhile, Emma commands Merida to kill Belle in hopes of forcing Mr. Gold’s heroic transformation. With Merida unable to disobey Emma’s orders.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 5 Episode 6 of Once Upon a Time air?

Season 5, Episode 6 ('The Bear and the Bow') originally aired on November 1, 2015.

How long is Season 5 Episode 6 ('The Bear and the Bow')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Once Upon a Time.

What happens in Once Upon a Time Season 5 Episode 6?

In a Camelot flashback, a chance encounter with Merlin, David, Hook and Belle gives Merida new hope in her quest to save her brothers from the usurping clans of DunBroch. Unwilling to leave anything up to fate, Merida brings Belle along on a dangerous journey that culminates with an invaluable lesso...

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