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: Returns to help Stefan, who is currently a "ripper" under Klaus's compulsion. She uses intense, physical methods to try and "detox" him and bring back his humanity.

: Mason leads Damon to a hidden cave beneath the Lockwood cellar, revealing ancient Viking carvings (the story of the Original family) before he disappears.

: Grams reminds Bonnie of her strength as a witch before fading away. The_vampire_diares_3x07

In the episode ( ), the veil between the living and the dead is lifted during Mystic Falls' Illumination Night, allowing the restless spirits of the past to seek vengeance or closure. The Return of the Dead

: Appears to Bonnie to warn her that the balance of nature has been disturbed and that she must close the door to the Other Side before it's too late. : Returns to help Stefan, who is currently

: Confronts Damon, but instead of seeking revenge for his murder, he offers to help find a weapon that can kill Klaus. The Conflict of Vengeance

While some ghosts seek to help, others have darker motives. The , led by Frederick, use their temporary physical forms to terrorize the founding families during the festival. : Grams reminds Bonnie of her strength as

As the chaos escalates, Bonnie performs a powerful spell to restore the veil. This leads to several emotional goodbyes: