This episode contained something that this season has been lacking, the keywords being SUSPENSE and TENSION. Our protagonists are under heavy duress through most of the episode by keeping a low profile during the party. Performances are great as usual, we learn the dark truth of what Neuman and Homelander are plotting, and at the end a popular theory is confirmed to be true about Joe Kessler. Butcher has a massive dilemma which will probably be answered in the remaining episodes. The conclusion of the episode hits all the right beats and while not unexpected it’s still extremely satisfying. Outstanding episode and a return to form.