Hades continues to pursue Zelena, revealing that his heart was stopped by his brother, Zeus, and can only be restarted by "True Love's Kiss." He expresses his desire to rule the Underworld with Zelena by his side, claiming they are kindred spirits due to their shared history of abandonment and resentment.
Snow and David find a way to communicate with their son, Neal, back in Storybrooke using a "haunted" phone booth. Critical Reception [S5E16] Our Decay
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. Hades continues to pursue Zelena, revealing that his
The episode alternates between the Underworld in the present day and a flashback to Oz. Reviewers from Daps Magic noted that their interaction,
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.
"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
Rebecca Mader’s performance as Zelena received praise for balancing "unabashed evil" with her deep-seated abandonment issues.