Board Thread:Spoilers!/@comment-25926288-20161101150057/@comment-25926288-20161123193039

DatNuttyKid wrote: oh my gosh guys, just stop fighting. There's no confirmed actor or appearance for young David and James, and that's the end of the story. How in the world do you manage to turn everything into an argument?

Robin Hood is also credited as in this episode. Let's talk about his involvement. Based on the lack of old!Snow/Charming, I'd bet this means he's not just involved in the alternate universe. Arguing over speculation leads nowhere. It's never worth the time.

I'm guessing it takes place over gaps of time; otherwise, Once continues with confusing everyone. Unless, Regina's having some Ghosts of Once Past moments and Robin hitches a ride.