Grimm – “El Cuegle” Recap. The Other Shoe Will Drop.

Season 6, Episode 4

Air Date: Friday, January 27, 2017 at 8PM E/P on NBC

Rating: ★★★★★

“Fore told our fate, by the gods’ decree, all heard and none believed the prophecy.” – Grimm

**WARNING: Some spoilers ahead**

El Cuegle's purpose has good intentions but presents a serious moral dilemma - to kill or not to kill...a baby that will grow up to do horrible things -- (Photo by: Allyson Riggs/NBC)

El Cuegle’s purpose may have good intentions but presents a serious moral dilemma – to kill or not to kill…a baby that will grow up to do horrible things — (Photo by: Allyson Riggs/NBC)

Just because it’s the final season doesn’t mean there isn’t room for new Wesen to be introduced. “El Cuegle” is quite the interesting Wesen. His purpose seems noble but once you hear the full story, you may find yourself questioning which side you are on. “El Cuegle” presents us with an intriguing plot, a case of the week for old time’s sake, if you will. But there are some other story lines playing out in the background that will leave you wondering about the future of some of our beloved Scooby Gang.

“If you could stop Ted Bundy, wouldn’t you want me to?” Our Wesen, Mr. Isadoro Malpica (guest star Carlos Sanz), makes a valid point but the answer isn’t so simple. Again, I’m reminded of the Harry Potter films in which Professor Dumbledore was asked if he’d known the young Tom Riddle would grow up to be such a monster, would he have done something to prevent it. Meaning – would he have snuffed out young Tom Riddle’s light before he became Voldemort.

The boys are back…but Rendard’s not giving out medals today. — (Photo by: Allyson Riggs/NBC)

Nick (David Giuntoli), Hank (Russell Hornsby), and Sgt. Wu (Reggie Lee) are on the case but things are not so black and white in this particular matter. What if you knew a baby would grow up to be a mass serial killer or a horrible child predator; would you do something to stop it? Would you kill the baby? This is the dilemma Isadoro faces as “El Cuegle.” With his head splitting visions from his third eye (like a real third eye), he sees the future. “My visions tell about children who do monstrous things…that is why I have to take them…that is why I have to eat them.” Yeah, yeah, I know. So gross to even think about but that is El Cuegle’s role in the Wesen world. We should all rethink our jobs a bit and maybe not complain so much about toner being low in a printer, or powdered creamer versus half-and-half; I mean, this guy has to eat children. Sheesh.

Oh how I’ve missed you, Meisner. — (Photo by: Allyson Riggs/NBC)

Meanwhile, Captain Sean Renard (Sasha Roiz) tries to explain to an angry Black Claw member during a phone conversation about the “Verfluchte Zwillingsschwester” spell Nick used to impersonate him in last week’s “Oh Captain, My Captain” to no avail; however, that’s the least of Renard’s worries. Sometimes, the past comes back to haunt you. Oh Meisner (Damien Puckler), how I’ve missed that ruggedly handsome, chiseled face of yours. While I know Meisner isn’t really there, Renard sure seems to think he is. I’m curious to find out how the writers play out this story arc. Renard being tormented by his choices and for killing a friend, even if it was a so-called mercy killing, seems to be leaning toward a bigger plot point for this character. Did Renard choose the wrong side? I keep going back to the fact that Renard’s life was spared and he was given a second chance at the beginning of season four. Did he essentially waste his chance by siding with Bonaparte (Shaun Taub) and Black Claw?

I think Rosalee and Monroe are completely freaked out by what Diana had to say about the bun…er, buns in the oven — (Photo by: Allyson Riggs/NBC)

I know I’m not the only one creeped out by Adalind’s (Claire Coffee) daughter Diana (Hannah R. Lloyd). She scares the crap out of me. Her powers are incredible, including her ability to sense things. She knew a lot of people died in Nick’s loft and she knows Rosalee (Bree Turner) is pregnant. What’s startling is what Diana reveals to Rosalee and Monroe (Silar Weir Mitchell) about her pregnancy. Let’s just say they might need a bigger house. Blutbads are like canines and dogs usually have more than one pup in a litter. Rosalee is a Fuchbau, a sort of fox-like creature…I think you get where I’m going.

The other interesting story line in “El Cuegle” belongs to Eve (Elizabeth Tulloch). Is she starting to feel more like her old self again? And by old self I mean Juliette. Eve eavesdrops on Nick and Adalind in the loft and doesn’t seem to like what she hears. I sense jealousy or maybe envy in Eve’s eyes. But what she does next with the magic stick is what throws me for a loop. Her curiosity may get her killed. I’m anxious to find out what the symbol on her hand means and what she’s scribbling all over the tunnel walls. Something tells me that if anyone other than Nick messes around with the stick, they are asking for trouble. And I find it odd that Nick gets lightheaded at the same time Eve is holding the stick.

“El Cuegle” gives us a perplexing and complicated moral dilemma to sort through. Everyone is going to have their opinions on what they would do if they knew something about the future but until you are face to face with that reality, you can only speculate as to what you think you might do. I did like the father/daughter moment Renard shares with Diana but I really think he needs to be in charge of cooking the pasta next time.

What did you think of “El Cuegle?” I’d love to hear from other Grimmsters. Leave me a comment below or tweet me at @judybopp. Looking forward to hearing from you!

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Dream chaser extraordinaire! Judy tends to be a tad sarcastic and kind of goofy! She is an avid admirer of all things supernatural, paranormal, celestial and mystical. She loves to read, write, and watches way too much TV. She enjoys many genres of film and music (and let's be honest, most music from the 80s). She also has a wicked sweet tooth. Cupcakes beware.