[s4e4] See You On The Other Side -

The episode finally delivers on the long-teased "Tribrid" arc. Hope’s transition into a full vampire and the subsequent decision to "switch off" her humanity is praised for adding a darker, more compelling edge to her character, reminiscent of her father, Klaus Mikaelson.

Reviewers from TV Fanatic and Fangirlish highlight several key strengths: [S4E4] See You on the Other Side

The necessity of Hope killing Landon to stop Malivore provides a gut-wrenching emotional anchor. Critics noted that the "rush of emotion" from this loss makes her transition to a "villain" role feel earned rather than forced. The episode finally delivers on the long-teased "Tribrid"

While the writing received high marks, some fans critiqued the show's ongoing reliance on occasionally "cringey" CGI and editing choices. more compelling edge to her character