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S1·E12 Leech

Episode
Season 1, Episode 12
Air Date
February 12, 2002
Runtime
43 minutes
Director
Greg Beeman
Writer
Tim Schlattmann
Score
8.5/10 (20 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired February 12, 2002 43 min ★ 8.5/10 · 20 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.

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Synopsis

Clark's powers are transferred into a classmate during a freak juxtaposition of meteor and storm. Clark must deal with being normal for the first time, and his classmate Eric is unable to cope with the new powers. Can Clark stop Eric's rampage without his abilities?

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Episode recap

In the Smallville episode "Leech," Clark's powers are transferred into a classmate during a freak juxtaposition of a meteor and a storm. This transfer results in Clark experiencing life without his abilities for the first time.

The classmate, who has now acquired Clark's powers, is unable to cope with the new abilities. The individual's inability to control the powers leads to a series of events that Clark must intervene in to prevent harm.

Clark must navigate this situation without the benefit of his own powers, which he is accustomed to relying on. This forces him to find alternative ways to address the situation and prevent any potential damage.

The episode explores the consequences of Clark's powers being transferred to someone else and the challenges that come with it. It also highlights Clark's resourcefulness and ability to adapt in the face of adversity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 12 of Smallville air?

Season 1, Episode 12 ('Leech') originally aired on February 12, 2002.

How long is Season 1 Episode 12 ('Leech')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 43 minutes.

What happens in Smallville Season 1 Episode 12?

Clark's powers are transferred into a classmate during a freak juxtaposition of meteor and storm. Clark must deal with being normal for the first time, and his classmate Eric is unable to cope with the new powers. Can Clark stop Eric's rampage without his abilities?...

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