[s3e3] I'll See You In Hell Or New Orleans -

We finally got the heartbreaking backstory of , the first vampire ever sired by Klaus. Flashbacks to the Court of Marseilles in 1002 A.D. revealed a much softer side of the Mikaelsons—before they were the hardened monsters we know today.

If there is one thing we know about the Mikaelsons, it is that their past never stays buried. In this week's episode of The Originals , the chickens have officially come home to roost in the Big Easy. From tragic origin stories to the arrival of the elite "Strix," the stakes for the world’s first vampire family have never been higher. 1. The Birth of the First Progeny

A mysterious woman named Aya (sired by Elijah himself) approaches Marcel with an enticing offer to join their ranks, promising resources and power that even the Mikaelsons can't provide. [S3E3] I'll See You in Hell or New Orleans

Cami finds herself in a dangerous "therapy session" with Lucien, who uses her as a sounding board to tell his side of the story.

The revelation that Lucien’s transition was born out of a tragic misunderstanding and a brutal beating at the hands of adds so much layers to his character. It turns out Lucien didn’t just "become" a vampire; he was a victim of the family’s presence, discovering the healing power of vampire blood almost by accident after a violent confrontation. 2. The Strix Have Arrived We finally got the heartbreaking backstory of ,

Was it the "Elijah Moment of the Week" at the seer’s, or the steamy sparring session in the Bayou? Let us know in the comments!

The episode ends with a chilling phone call from , who is officially on her way to New Orleans after a bloody exit from her monastery. With the "Trinity" of the first-sired vampires ( Lucien , Tristan, and Aurora) finally converging on the city, the Mikaelsons are about to face a war they might not be able to win. If there is one thing we know about

Elijah’s past is also catching up to him in the form of , the oldest and most dangerous society of vampires in history. Led by Tristan, this group is composed entirely of Elijah’s sire line, and they aren't just here for a reunion.