: Scott's role as a True Alpha is tested as he physically and emotionally takes on the pain of those around him, unaware he is fueling his enemy. Episode Summary Table Director Russell Mulcahy Writer Jeff Davis Main Antagonist The Nogitsune (Void Stiles) Crucial Item Letharia Vulpina serum Major Reveal Malia is a Hale Letharia Vulpina | Teen Wolf Wiki | Fandom
: It contains vulpinic acid , which is toxic to mammals like wolves and foxes. [S3E19] Letharia Vulpina
: Through a side plot involving Lydia and Peter, it is confirmed that Malia Tate is Peter Hale's biological daughter . 3. Key Themes : Scott's role as a True Alpha is
: In the show's lore, Dr. Deaton explains that this specific strain was born from the blood of a Nogitsune , making it potent enough to weaken the spirit currently possessing Stiles. : The Nogitsune is revealed to absorb and
: The Nogitsune is revealed to absorb and feed on pain, siphoning the suffering Scott absorbs from others throughout the day to grow stronger.
The episode is named after a real-world bright yellow-green lichen known as wolf lichen .