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Some viewers felt the storyline involving a fake Escorpion was "weak" and a waste of the Javier character's potential.

The episode is noted for "killing off two characters," which fans found bold but controversial. Nation S03E0941:25 Min

Critics and fans are divided on the execution of this specific arc: Some viewers felt the storyline involving a fake

“This was the only way they could bring him back only to kill him off like this? You don't forget such a terrible traumatic experience.” Reddit · r/ZNation · 4 years ago Z Nation Season 3, Episode 9: Heart of Darkness Review You don't forget such a terrible traumatic experience

Fans often debate the handling of long-standing characters like 10K and the impact of the Red Hand in this episode.

A major focus is Hector's attempt at atonement, which some critics felt was slightly undermined by how quickly other characters "forgave and forgot" his past villainy. Critical Analysis