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: Starts the episode trapped on the crumbling Other Side after being killed in the previous episode, waiting for rescue .

Before Damon can cross back, Liv's twin brother, Luke, forcibly stops the spell because it is physically killing his sister . As a result, Damon is trapped . As the Other Side completely disintegrates into a white void, Bonnie and Damon hold hands, accepting their fate as they vanish into the unknown . 🏆 Critical Reception & Impact [S5E22] Home

To stop the Travelers from stripping Mystic Falls of its spirit magic, the group plans a massive explosion at the Mystic Grill while the Travelers are gathered inside . Sheriff Forbes funnels them in under the guise of a gas leak . Damon and Elena drive directly into the building, blowing it up and killing the Travelers, as well as themselves . The Resurrection Spell : Starts the episode trapped on the crumbling

: Devises a kamikaze plan to trigger an explosion at the Mystic Grill to kill the Travelers and initiate the resurrection spell . As the Other Side completely disintegrates into a

: Acts as the Anchor to the Other Side, enduring extreme pain as the deceased pass through her to return to life .

: Heavy emphasis on high-stakes tragedy, grief, and self-sacrifice .

: Briefly reunites with Stefan on the Other Side, ultimately sacrificing her chance at resurrection to ensure Stefan's safety and find her own peace .