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Season 3 Boxset cover

Season 3 Boxset

1997
File 9: Redux File 10: Emily

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Monday November 3, 1997

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1. The Blessing Way
The season opens with Mulder presumed dead after a catastrophic explosion at the end of Season 2. Scully mourns his loss but refuses to give up on finding the truth. Meanwhile, Mulder is found alive by a Navajo shaman, who performs a ritual known as the Blessing Way to heal him. As Mulder recovers, Scully faces intense pressure from the government and uncovers a chip implanted in her neck. The episode ends with a mysterious death and Mulder's return, setting the stage for the unfolding conspiracy.

2. Paper Clip
Continuing from The Blessing Way, Mulder and Scully dig deeper into the government conspiracy, leading them to uncover the secrets of the Syndicate, a shadowy organization. They find evidence of human-alien hybrid experiments linked to Scully's abduction and discover Mulder's father's involvement. In a climactic confrontation, they narrowly escape an assassination attempt by government agents. The episode concludes with more questions than answers, further entrenching Mulder and Scully in their quest for the truth.

3. D.P.O.
Mulder and Scully investigate a series of bizarre lightning deaths in Oklahoma. The trail leads them to Darren Peter Oswald (D.P.O.), a young man with the inexplicable ability to control electricity. As the agents unravel the mystery, they discover D.P.O.'s motivations are fueled by his unrequited love and resentment. The episode climaxes in a deadly confrontation where Mulder and Scully must outsmart D.P.O. to survive.

4. Clyde Bruckman's Final Repose
Mulder and Scully investigate a string of murders involving fortune tellers and psychics. Their search leads them to Clyde Bruckman, an insurance salesman who possesses the disturbing ability to foresee how people will die. Bruckman’s visions help the agents close in on the killer, but his own fatalistic outlook becomes a challenge. In the end, Bruckman’s predictions come true, leading to a tragic but inevitable conclusion.

5. The List
The agents investigate the strange deaths of prison guards, all of whom were involved in the execution of an inmate named Neech Manley. Before his death, Manley vowed to return and kill those who wronged him. As the body count rises, Mulder and Scully struggle to determine if Manley’s spirit is enacting revenge from beyond the grave, or if a more earthly force is at play. The case grows increasingly complex as they face resistance from prison authorities and must unravel the mystery before more lives are lost.

6. 2Shy
Mulder and Scully are called to investigate a series of murders in which overweight women are being found dead, with their bodies having been partially liquefied. Their investigation points to a man using online dating services to target his victims, draining them of their body fat to sustain his own monstrous existence. The agents must race against time to catch the killer before he strikes again, leading to a tense confrontation that exposes the deadly consequences of his affliction.

7. The Walk
The agents investigate a series of attempted suicides at a military hospital where the survivors claim they were attacked by a phantom soldier. Mulder suspects the presence of an angry spirit connected to a disfigured war veteran who has the ability to astral project. As Mulder and Scully delve deeper, they uncover a twisted plot of revenge that transcends physical boundaries, ultimately leading to a deadly showdown.

8. Oubliette
Mulder and Scully investigate the kidnapping of a young girl named Amy, whose abduction is inexplicably linked to Lucy Householder, a woman who was similarly kidnapped years earlier. Mulder becomes convinced that Lucy shares a psychic connection with Amy, feeling her pain and experiencing her captivity. As the agents try to use this connection to find Amy, they face skepticism from law enforcement and must confront the tragic outcomes of Lucy’s own past trauma.

9. Nisei
Mulder and Scully investigate a videotape that allegedly shows an alien autopsy. Their search for the truth leads them to a Japanese scientist conducting secret experiments and a mysterious train where a deadly conspiracy unfolds. The agents uncover evidence of human-alien hybrid experiments and find themselves pursued by assassins. The episode ends with a dramatic cliffhanger as Mulder boards the train, which is rigged with a bomb, and Scully faces dangers of her own while uncovering more about the experiments.

10. 731
Following the events of Nisei, Mulder finds himself trapped on the train with the bomb and a deadly assassin. As he races against time to disarm the bomb and uncover the secrets hidden in the train’s quarantine car, Scully continues her investigation, which leads her to a leper colony where more horrifying truths about the experiments come to light. The episode concludes with a tense standoff and the shocking destruction of the evidence, leaving Mulder and Scully with more questions than answers.

11. Revelations
Mulder and Scully investigate a series of murders where the victims bear the stigmata, wounds resembling those of Christ. The case takes a personal turn for Scully, challenging her Catholic faith as she encounters a young boy named Kevin who appears to be the next target of the killer. As they protect Kevin, Scully wrestles with her beliefs, and Mulder remains skeptical. The episode explores themes of faith, destiny, and the possibility of divine intervention as the agents confront a killer who believes he is doing God’s work.

12. War of the Coprophages
Mulder and Scully investigate a small town beset by a series of deaths linked to cockroaches. As panic spreads, Mulder theorizes that the insects may be of extraterrestrial origin, possibly biomechanical life forms. Scully remains skeptical, attributing the deaths to natural causes and mass hysteria. The episode mixes horror with dark humor, culminating in a revelation that challenges both of their perspectives and leaves the true nature of the cockroaches open to interpretation.

13. Syzygy
Mulder and Scully investigate a series of deaths in a small town that coincides with the rare astronomical alignment known as a syzygy. As they dig deeper, they discover that two high school girls born at the exact same time on the night of the alignment possess dangerous telekinetic powers. The strange cosmic influence causes tension and unusual behavior in Mulder and Scully, testing their partnership. The episode culminates in a showdown with the girls, whose powers spiral out of control as the cosmic alignment reaches its peak.

14. Grotesque
Mulder and Scully delve into a series of murders where the victims have been mutilated and disfigured to resemble grotesque gargoyle statues. Mulder becomes obsessed with the case, particularly when it appears that the lead suspect, a reclusive artist, may be possessed by an evil force. As Mulder's behavior becomes increasingly erratic, Scully worries about his mental state. The episode explores the themes of madness, obsession, and the possibility of a demonic presence influencing the killer, leading to a haunting and ambiguous conclusion.

15. Piper Maru
The agents investigate the mysterious radiation burns suffered by a diver who surfaced from a World War II aircraft wreck in the Pacific. Their investigation leads them to a French salvage ship, where they discover a dangerous and otherworldly substance known as the black oil, which has the ability to possess its victims. As Mulder and Scully uncover the far-reaching implications of the black oil, they realize that it is connected to a larger conspiracy involving alien colonization. The episode ends on a cliffhanger as the black oil spreads, threatening to unleash catastrophic consequences.

16. Apocrypha
Continuing from Piper Maru, Mulder and Scully race to stop the black oil from falling into the wrong hands. Their investigation leads them to a secret government facility where the black oil's true nature and its connection to the Syndicate are revealed. Mulder confronts a Syndicate member who provides more insight into the alien colonization plans. Meanwhile, Scully seeks justice for her sister's murder, bringing her closer to the truth about the conspiracy. The episode concludes with a tense confrontation and the containment of the black oil, but the threat of alien colonization remains ever-present.

17. Pusher
Mulder and Scully pursue a man named Robert Patrick Modell, who possesses the ability to push his will onto others, compelling them to act against their own volition. Modell uses his power to cause a series of deaths, taunting the FBI as he goes. Mulder becomes his primary target, leading to a deadly game of cat and mouse. The episode builds to a gripping climax where Mulder must resist Modell's influence in a high-stakes confrontation that tests his mental strength and determination.

18. Teso Dos Bichos
The agents investigate a series of deaths linked to a cursed artifact stolen from an ancient burial site in Ecuador. The artifact, a sacred urn, is believed to be protected by vengeful spirits or a deadly force. As the body count rises, Mulder and Scully face skepticism from the academic community and must navigate the dangers of the curse. The episode blends elements of folklore and horror, culminating in a chilling confrontation with the supernatural forces unleashed by the desecration of the burial site.

19. Hell Money
Mulder and Scully investigate a series of gruesome murders in San Francisco's Chinatown, where the victims are found with their organs removed. Their investigation uncovers an underground lottery where participants risk their lives for the chance to win large sums of money, but the price of losing is death. The agents delve into the cultural and societal pressures that drive people to participate in the deadly game, leading to a tense and tragic conclusion where the true nature of the lottery is revealed.

20. Jose Chung's From Outer Space
The episode is a humorous and surreal take on an alien abduction case, as recounted by a pulp fiction writer named Jose Chung. The story is told through multiple conflicting perspectives, leading to a series of bizarre and often contradictory events involving aliens, government agents, and a pair of teenagers who may or may not have been abducted. Mulder and Scully's investigation is portrayed in an exaggerated and satirical light, highlighting the absurdity and complexity of trying to find the truth in a world of conspiracies and unreliable witnesses. The episode ends with a reflection on the nature of belief and the elusiveness of the truth.

21. Avatar
The episode focuses on Assistant Director Walter Skinner, who becomes the prime suspect in a murder investigation after a woman he was with is found dead. Mulder and Scully are drawn into the case, uncovering a series of supernatural events linked to Skinner's past and a mysterious entity that seems to be haunting him. As the agents work to clear Skinner's name, they uncover a larger conspiracy involving the Syndicate. The episode explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the consequences of past actions as Skinner confronts his demons, both literal and figurative.

22. Quagmire
Mulder and Scully investigate a series of deaths in a remote Georgia lake, where the locals believe a legendary creature known as Big Blue is responsible. The case takes on a personal dimension for Mulder, who is fascinated by the possibility of proving the existence of an unknown species. As they search for the creature, the agents encounter a range of eccentric characters and face their own fears. The episode blends humor, suspense, and introspection, culminating in a surprising revelation about the true nature of the threat.

23. Wetwired
Mulder and Scully investigate a series of violent murders committed by seemingly ordinary people who suddenly snap. Their investigation leads them to a mysterious signal being broadcast through television sets, which appears to be causing paranoia and hallucinations in those exposed to it. As Scully becomes increasingly affected by the signal, her trust in Mulder begins to erode, leading to a tense and dangerous confrontation between the partners. The episode explores themes of mind control, media influence, and the fragility of perception, ending with the revelation of a deeper conspiracy behind the events.

24. Talitha Cumi
In the season finale, Mulder and Scully investigate a man named Jeremiah Smith, who possesses miraculous healing abilities and may be connected to the Syndicate's experiments. As Mulder uncovers more about his family's past, particularly his mother’s connection to the Smoking Man, Scully faces a moral dilemma involving Smith's powers. The episode delves into the nature of faith, destiny, and the ongoing struggle between the forces of good and evil. The season ends on a cliffhanger as Mulder confronts the Smoking Man, leading to a dramatic confrontation that sets the stage for the next chapter in the series.

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