True Blood — Season 5
The fifth season of *True Blood* arrived on HBO June 10, 2012, marking episode number 60 for the acclaimed supernatural drama. Picking up immediately where the explosive events of season four left off, this twelve-episode arc continues Bill and Sookie’s complicated journey while expanding its storytelling beyond a single novel. While loosely inspired by *Dead as a Doornail*, the fifth book in Charlaine Harris's *Southern Vampire Mysteries*, this season draws more heavily from subsequent installments, promising a richer and more expansive narrative for fans.
Sookie and Lafayette worked to restore order after the disruption. Meanwhile, Bill and Eric received an unexpected visit from representatives of the vampire authority. Elsewhere, Sam and Alcide navigated a tense confrontation with a volatil…
In *Bom Temps*, Tara re-emerges. As Pam observes her, memories of her previous existence surface – specifically, the moment she first encountered Eric.
To secure their survival, Bill and Eric negotiate with Roman, the Authority’s enigmatic leader. Meanwhile, Jason finds himself unexpectedly reunited with a former high school instructor. And Sookie embarks on a desperate quest to locate Tar…
A sense of dread grips Eric and Bill, their safety precarious. Lafayette’s actions place Sookie in imminent peril. Meanwhile, Roman and Salome investigate and expose a traitor within the Council's ranks.
Seeking information on Russell's location, Bill and Eric turn to Sookie. Meanwhile, Jason is troubled by a disquieting dream.
The shadow of Russell's actions looms large, forcing Bill and Eric to confront him once more after his fatal strike against Roman. Elsewhere, Sookie and Jason venture into a faery club, where long-buried family history and the most closely …
Salome’s allegiance is laid bare, revealing her true loyalties. Sookie allows her humanity to surface. Sam follows a scent to potential culprits. And Alcide prepares himself for a confrontation.
A sense of renewal permeates the Authority's halls. Meanwhile, Sookie and Jason journey to the place where their parents met their end. Elsewhere, Luna finds herself increasingly drawn to Sam.
With the dawn of the holy war, a sense of exhilaration pulsed through the vampire community. Meanwhile, the fervent zeal of those who sought to eradicate the supernatural cast a dangerous shadow over Sookie.
Bill offers a fresh perspective on the escalating vampire conflicts; meanwhile, Jason discovers an enigmatic scroll.
A sudden intensity of faith gripped Bill. Meanwhile, Sookie sought guidance from the fae Elder, hoping for some clarity.
Eric strives to prevent Bill from losing his sense of self.
