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Banshee - Season 2 Recap

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In Banshee, Lucas Hood, an ex-convict posing as the sheriff of a small Pennsylvania town, seeks to live a quiet life while evading his past. He's joined by his former lover Carrie, who also wants to escape their criminal history, and his loyal friend Job, a brilliant hacker. Their fragile peace is shattered when Rabbit, a dangerous crime lord they wronged, resurfaces.

The season's central conflict ignites as Rabbit's return fuels a violent war. Key turning points include Rabbit being revealed alive, Nola Longshadow killing Lana Cleary's murderer, and Agent Racine being killed by a sniper. The escalating violence leads to Jason Hood's brutal murder and a fiery confrontation with crime boss Kai Proctor.

The season concludes with a final showdown in New York where Rabbit takes his own life. Back in Banshee, Emmett and his wife are killed, and Rebecca murders Alex Longshadow, leaving Lucas's life in chaos as his daughter discovers his true identity.

Season 2 of Banshee covers episodes 1-10. Here's everything that happened:

Season 2, Episode 1: Little Fish - Following the Rabbit shootout, Lucas, Carrie, and the department are interrogated by Agent Racine. Rabbit is revealed to be alive, crushing a squirrel in anger. Hood, Carrie, and Job rob a casino truck but are attacked by a motorcyclist. Racine warns Rabbit's brother. The episode concludes with Hood sleeping with Nola Longshadow.

Season 2, Episode 2: The Thunder Man - Carrie is sentenced to prison, straining her relationship with Deva. Alex retaliates against Proctor, leading to Nola kidnapping Rebecca. Siobhan's abusive ex-husband returns, culminating in Siobhan killing him in self-defense. Hood cleans up the mess, and he and Siobhan share a kiss.

Season 2, Episode 3: The Warrior Class - Tensions rise between the Kinaho tribe and Amish after Lana Cleary is murdered and Solomon Bowman disappears. Hood investigates, clashing with Chayton Littlestone. Jason Hood, the real Lucas Hood's son, arrives, seeking help from Hood. Proctor confronts his estranged family amidst the conflict. The episode concludes with Hood and Siobhan becoming intimate, while Nola mourns Lana's death.

Season 2, Episode 4: Bloodlines - Hood and Brock investigate the murder of Lana Cleary, leading them to a strict Amish teacher. Kai Proctor offers Alex Longshadow a peace offering that turns violent. Nola delivers a final blow for justice by killing Lana's murderer. Chayton escapes custody, and Rabbit, now using oxygen, meets Carrie in prison, hinting at a continued threat.

Season 2, Episode 5: The Truth About Unicorns - Carrie is released from prison, and Hood picks her up. They visit their old dream home, reflecting on what could have been. Agent Racine, who is tailing them, confronts Hood, revealing he knows Hood isn't the real sheriff. Suddenly, Racine is killed by a sniper. Carrie and Hood take down the sniper. The episode concludes with Hood at Sugar's bar, frustrated, realizing a normal life is impossible.

Season 2, Episode 6: Armies of One - Hood helps Jason with a new identity, but Jason's past catches up to him in the form of Quentin, who Hood fights. Proctor seeks to solidify his casino deal with Alex Longshadow. Jason sleeps with Rebecca, leading to his brutal murder by Clay. Job reveals the diamonds from the heist are fake.

Season 2, Episode 7: Ways to Bury a Man - Hood discovers Proctor's involvement in Jason Hood's disappearance, leading to a raid on Proctor's strip club and a confrontation with a drunken Gordon. Deva's brother, Max, suffers a medical emergency due to Gordon's neglect. Hood, Sugar, and Job destroy one of Proctor's factories. Alex Longshadow survives a no-confidence vote thanks to Proctor's influence. The episode concludes with Hood surveying the fiery wreckage of Proctor's factory.

Season 2, Episode 8: Evil for Evil - Hood escalates his war against Proctor, using a questionable warrant to raid Proctor's home and arrest him. Emmett's pregnant wife is attacked by Aryan Brotherhood members, leading to the loss of their baby. Enraged, Emmett brutally assaults the prisoners, potentially ending his career. The episode concludes with Emmett facing the consequences of his actions.

Season 2, Episode 9: Homecoming - Job locates Rabbit in New York but is captured and hospitalized. Hood and Carrie travel to New York to rescue him, leading to a shootout at the hospital. Carrie reveals to Gordon that Hood is Deva's father. Meanwhile, Burton silences a traitor. The episode concludes with Job, Hood, and Carrie escaping the hospital.

Season 2, Episode 10: Bullets and Tears - Lucas and Carrie confront Rabbit in a final showdown, aided by Job and Fat Au. After a tense standoff, Rabbit takes his own life. Back in Banshee, Emmett and his wife are killed, while Rebecca murders Alex Longshadow. Deva arrives at Lucas's office, revealing she knows he is her father.