Teen Wolf was one of those shows that started off a little slow when it came to arousing strong emotion. But when it reached those stages, it delivered some of the greatest tear-jerkers. Long goodbyes, death scenes, slow and painful torture, powerful speeches, etc. All coming from a solidly built foundation consisting of likable characters and familiar settings. The series did struggle story-wise, but Davis and his team rarely failed with those times when the intention was to break hearts or encourage tears. Once or twice I had experienced feelings I thought I never would have. I even did so at the stage when I nearly lost all interest in the series (that being the final season). I once did a top five like this a couple of years ago. One which I felt had no proper insight. So I once again revisited these moments that saw my sorrow come out into the open, and tried reconnecting to them. To point out the striking details and explain what I at first didn't. Without further ado, here are my top five saddest moments (plus an honourable mention at the end) of Teen Wolf. Feel free to share your own in the comments section.
5. Kira Leaves Beacon Hills
Season 5, Episode 8 (Ouroboros)
I speak of course about the first departure. A scene that despite soured by truth, still found a way to even trigger feelings from 'Scallison' shippers. It was another kiss in the rain between the fox and the wolf, this time with a much slower and more sorrowful approach. As the music of Amber Run enveloped the appropriately stretched minute, Scott (Tyler Posey) and Kira (Arden Cho) prolonged their aching through the gentlest of goodbyes followed by the sweetest of caresses between the lips. The truest act of a natural couple hit me harder than most viewers for its genuine atmosphere. It was an unavoidable separation covertly disliked by two innocent souls. The entire interaction between both also had me realising how much they had grown to share a similar mindset. The fact that Kira willingly made a sacrifice for the safety of those living in the small town of Beacon Hills, was too strong to ignore. It was a move that although discomforted Scott, met strongly with his morals. Love or hate the character of Kira, a sentimental moment such as this one just can't be criticised in any way. It has certainly made itself one of the most prominent scenes in the weakest of seasons.
4. Scott Attempts Suicide
Season 3, Episode 6 (Motel California)
Some of you are probably thinking I'm crazy to have arguably the most memorable and most powerful of scenes placed at four? Well don't take it as me not liking it as much, but more-so as me having found a few other moments more emotionally challenging. Besides, Scott like the other werewolves in this episode was mentally tortured and pushed to the brink of insanity. Nevertheless, it remains a stand-out moment of the show. What I liked about it was how much it felt like a role-reversal. Stiles (Dylan O'Brien), Allison (Crystal Reed) and Lydia (Holland Roden) got to be the heroes and beacons of hope for a few minutes. They would also remind us of how good of a person Scott was and what he had so far achieved. He was becoming a true alpha. A leader of perfect morals, and the best example of making werewolves look like puppy dogs. He fast grew and tightened the oddest but most reliable of packs and showed them the light. It was just heart-warming to see his friends, in particular his best mate Stiles quickly returning the favour. Though I will agree that it wasn't at all pretty seeing Scott drenched in gasoline with a lit flare in his left hand, as he was practically one small step away from death. But this was one of the very few moments where the sadness didn't seem completely unwanted. We were enraptured by the strength of the Scott's bond with Stiles and the rest of the gang.
3. Allison's Death
Season 3, Episode 23 (Insatiable)
I'm not afraid to admit that I was one of those people that didn't think too highly of Allison Argent, especially after season one. As time went on I gradually lost connection to the character, not knowing where she stood or what more she would offer. I started to notice her significance to the stories diminish, from her relationship with Scott to her role as a huntress. But despite my waning appreciation for Allison, I still had a heart. One that did feel the pain of Crystal Reed's decision. The scene that shook fans around the world, did not come about any different for me. Allison's death will forever remain that game-changing moment we wish we never had to see. Those last words delivered to Scott were power to the max. Then the loss of life followed by the doleful-sounding last lines of James Vincent Morrow's song Look Out. You were left wishing to go back and change everything for the better. Like most who took the journey through that inspired first season, I was a 'Scallison' shipper. Losing Allison was like losing a small piece of myself. I'd be talking rubbish if this scene didn't have any impact on me at all and I'd probably have a hard time believing if anybody thought the same. She was after all, one of the original cast members there at the very beginning. She may have lost purpose, but had so much to start off with that it couldn't be ignored.
2. Bro Hug At The MRI
Season 3, Episode 18 (Riddled)
Compared to other tough moments, this one might not seem like much on the outside. But all it took me was some further thoughts and then I felt that sharp agony. Stiles was in the unknown. He was suffering more as the time went by and had no idea how to tackle it. What's more, he opens Scott to a possible reality. One that saw him as a possible victim of a terminal illness. This terminal illness being the exact same one that took the life of his own mother (frontotemporal dementia). No surprise that Scott would openly share his optimism and perseverance, but you could see some doubt written on his face. The chance that he could lose his best and closest friend still stood solid at that time. Finally, the hug that epitomised their immensely strong friendship. It was a connection that spoke louder than any other seen in the series. What were once two ordinary-looking teenagers that were seen as just friends in season one, did truly grow to become somewhat brothers. And it all happened in the space of a year (approximately two and a half years for us viewers). Of course, we didn't think we'd lose one of the most important people in the show (unless O'Brien himself had other plans, which he didn't then). But this particular clip easily stuck and twisted the knife in me, and it should do the same to everyone else.
1. Sheriff Learns Of His Son
Season 6, Episode 8 (Blitzkrieg)
Probably one of the only decent moments in a rather forgettable season. Actually, 'decent' isn't the right word considering I've placed this whole scene at number one. Every second Sheriff Stilinski (Linden Ashby) spent in that empty room hidden away from him was one to truly admire. It tugged on my heartstrings much harder than I expected it to. What made this moment so incredibly tough for me to watch was knowing of the lingering idea. That idea being the unbelievable, heart-rending severance of a father and his only child. Rubbing salt into the wound was the supernatural forces playing with his mind, making him believe that no such child ever existed. Almost half of the episode was a small yet incredibly agonizing journey of a middle-aged man retrieving his true identity and reliving his most painful of memories. As the bits and pieces of Stiles came back together, much of Noah's life was simultaneously fading away. It led him once again having to let go of his wife Claudia (Joey Honsa). Like this guy hasn't been through enough already. As mentally indestructible he seemed to be, there was still the need for each and every viewer to sympathise with him.
Honourable Mention:
Lydia In Trouble & Stiles To The Rescue
Season 5, Episode 16 (Lie Ability)
Not quite a sad moment like the top five, so this one missed out. But I did hate seeing Lydia in so much pain. That uncontrollable urge to scream. The extreme fatigue and the weakness. Plus, being that close to having a hole drilled into her skull (trepanation). In this episode, Scott, Stiles, Malia (Shelley Hennig), Kira and Liam (Dylan Sprayberry) are in the midst of recovering team cohesion through the one common goal that is saving pack veteran Lydia from the nightmarish atmosphere of Eichen House. But as time went on, the dangers became more severe and Lydia was getting worse and worse by the minute. It was difficult having to watch the whole episode, and be tormented by Lydia's near-death experience. But I knew that she'd make it through. And who better to be her knight in shining armour and risk life and limb to save her from a hellhole than her greatest admirer Stiles Stilinski. He even worked with Theo (Cody Christian), the person he despised most at the time. Those final scenes in the Jeep and the animal clinic nearly brought a tear to my eye. 'Stiles saved me' Lydia says to her mother Natalie (Susan Walters), getting her and Stiles on good terms with each other. A moment well deserved. The episode was like an excruciating trip through the dark forest to find the beautiful city lights. I might not be the 'Stydia' fan as I once was, but I hungered for that reunion. Anything to make sure that precious flower was safe and would make it through the night.
Travis "TJ" James
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