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I think wands are reserved for Fairy Godmothers. (Head canon)

And now that I have finally seen the episode. WOW!

First, loved Belle in this episode, and am glad the writers are finally remembering that she is a strong character in her own right.

The reveal the the Black Fairy is Rumple's mother?!!?!?! I did not see that one coming.

And we now know why Belle named her son Gideon, which is from her favorite book (love the consistency there).

The scene between Regina and Zelena broke my heart. I hope that something happens later this season that will cause Regina to rethink her grudge. But still, I'm also glad that Regina saved Zelena, and showed that she has the upper hand on Queenie in the process.

Aladdin as a Genie? definitely gives new meaning to "Aladdin's Lamp". Going to be interesting to see where this one goes, and how Al gets out of his Genie chains (which I am assuming that he will at some point).

Overall, a solid episode, and great setup potential on both Gideon and the Black Fairy. (and if they want to go the Shady Blue route, then that possibility just really opened up as well).