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Sleepy Hollow is headed for a spectacular Fall finale on Monday Dec. 1.

We know, because thanks to our friends at FOX, we’ve seen the episode a little earlier than most, and will go on the record as saying “The Akeda” is arguably the best episode of the season.

If you’re wondering about the title, the Akedah is a Biblical reference to the binding of Isaac by his father Abraham, a man who was willing to sacrifice his own son at God’s request.

We feel it’s a more than appropriate title, given this season’s theme of sacrifice, and in particular that burning question about whether the Cranes have what it takes to take out their son Henry (aka the Horseman of War) if necessary.

We loved this episode so much that we really don’t want to spoil it for you with major reveals, so we’re not going to do that. Instead we’re going to offer you 10 teasers which we hope will help prepare you for the coming Apocalypse this Monday.

1. Tying up Loose Ends

What about Irving? What about Henry’s humanity? What about all those stand alone episodes featuring monster of the week characters? What about the Crane’s relationship? What about Ichabbie? Why did Henry create that miniature of the town? Yes, it’s ALL answered in “The Akeda,” an episode which so neatly ties together all the loose ends of the season to date that you might feel a little silly for ever doubting the creative team behind this show.

2. “Where Do I Buckle?”

Crane and Abbie clambering onto a motorbike. Crane, embarrassed when Abbie insists he hold onto her, asking “Where do I buckle?” repeatedly. No it’s not juicy fan fiction. It’s the opening scene of the finale. As is Crane’s delicious reaction at the end of their journey. But we won’t spoil you on that one.

3. We Need You, Frank!

Frank steps up to the plate in a major way this finale that makes his entire journey this season so worthwhile. Thought the loss of a soul could hold this guy back? Think again! Oh and Orlando Jones is totally bad ass with a sword. Just sayin’.

4. Headless Loses His Favorite Toy

Ichabod deprives Headless of his favorite toy and it’s all a little emasculating to be honest.

5. Strain on the Cranes

Are you an Ichatrina shipper? If so, you many want to take a deep breath, because “The Akeda” will see the Cranes practically at each other’s throats. “Witch,” “Spy” and “Liar” are just some of the words flung as our favorite Colonial couple “question the very meaning” of their marriage as it falls apart under the strain of the apocalypse. And by fall apart we really mean fall apart.

We also have to wonder how deep Katrina’s feelings run for tortured soul Abraham, aka the buff Horseman of Death. A little too deep, it seems. We don’t blame her, I mean have you seen him shirtless? There’s a moment with chains and whispers and a lot of eye sex. Make up your own minds!

After the finale, we’re not sure if the Cranes are ever, ever getting back together. Gulp!

6. Weapon up!

There are some beautiful moments in the finale that are so uniquely Sleepy Hollow, it makes you want to cheer. Jenny and Ichabod bursting into Hawley’s local bar and demanding his entire inventory of magical weapons is one. The apocalypse is coming and it looks like Hawley’s business is suddenly booming.

7. Zombie Army

There’s a zombie army. It hails blood. The electricity goes out. Did we mention the zombie army?

8. A Severe Blow

Team Witness will be dealt a fatal blow. Bring your tissues because they went there. And we cried. You hurt us, Sleepy writers. You hurt us to the core!

9. The Ultimate Ichabbie Squabble

Abbie and Ichabod have the ultimate Ichabbie squabble about sacrifice. There is an AMAZING monologue by Nicole Beharie followed by an AMAZING monologue by Tom Mison. Other stuff may have happened. We got a little blurry eyed at that point so we’re not sure. Pass the Kleenex.

10. “Here I am. So kill me!”

Wondering if the Cranes have what it takes to kill Henry? Then you’re not alone. As Abbie openly presses Ichabod for an answer (remember that episode title, folks), Henry himself puts his father to the ultimate test. We really really liked how this one was resolved.

Sleepy Hollow’s season 2 finale “The Akeda” airs Monday December 1 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX and you really really won’t want to miss this one.

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