[s4e13] Trial By Fire -
The team uses a specialized cooling ointment from the spice shop to "extinguish" the Excandesco, causing him to explode. Orson willingly returns to prison afterward. Significant Character Developments
The arsonist is identified as an Excandesco ( Grimm Wiki ), a rare, phoenix-like Wesen capable of internal combustion. [S4E13] Trial by Fire
Episode Overview: "Trial by Fire" (Grimm S4E13) The 13th episode of Grimm 's fourth season, " Trial by Fire ," originally aired on February 13, 2015. It is a pivotal chapter that balances a high-stakes "Wesen of the Week" case with major shifts in the series' long-term supernatural dynamics, specifically involving Juliette’s transformation and a long-standing Wesen blood feud. Key Plot Summary The team uses a specialized cooling ointment from
Sean Calder, Michael Golamco, and Thomas Ian Griffith Guest Stars: Daniel Roebuck as Peter Orson (returning from Season 1) Gideon Emery as Damien Barso (The Excandesco) Alexis Denisof as Viktor Beckendorf Critical Reception and Ratings Episode Overview: "Trial by Fire" (Grimm S4E13) The
Critics generally praised the episode for its "continuity" and the payoff of the Adalind/Juliette rivalry. TV Fanatic awarded it 4.5/5 stars, specifically highlighting the fight choreography and the emotional weight of Juliette's confession.
⚔️ The episode features a fan-favorite "knock-down, drag-out" fight between Juliette and Adalind, marking the first time Juliette fully embraces her powers for combat ( TV Fanatic ).