Hook locates Blackbeard, who offers a trade: the location of Prince Eric for the Jolly Roger.
This episode marks a major turning point for Killian, as he openly admits his love for Emma, even though it puts him in a "Catch-22" position with Zelena's curse.
She takes on a mentor role for Emma, showing significant growth from her villainous past as she works with the group to stop Zelena. Production & Trivia [S3E17] The Jolly Roger
While Hook deals with his curse, Emma continues her magic training under Regina's instruction, unaware of the threat Hook now poses to her abilities.
After Hook confesses his feelings for Emma and admits his past selfishness to "Ariel," she reveals herself to be Zelena in disguise . Hook locates Blackbeard, who offers a trade: the
To Ariel's horror, Hook chooses his ship over Eric’s life, forcing Blackbeard off the plank and refusing to help Ariel. A distraught Ariel leaves to find Eric on her own. Present Day: Storybrooke
Zelena used Ariel's form to trick Hook into swearing on Emma's name. She curses his lips so that the next time he kisses Emma, he will strip her of all her magic powers . Key Character Moments Production & Trivia While Hook deals with his
In the Enchanted Forest, Captain Hook is a shell of his former self without his ship, the . He encounters Ariel , who is searching for Prince Eric. It is revealed that Hook's old adversary, Blackbeard , has taken the ship.