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Hmcooper4 wrote: I think Hyde's motivation could come from a few sources, all of which are somewhat benign.

One is obviously having a place where these untold stories can be told, probably harmless depending on the story, but also seemingly altruistic.

Hyde could also be trying to hide Jeckyll as the more sinister of the 2 personalities. Let's face it, it was Jekyll that developed the serum that physically split the 2, it was likely Jekyll that developed the serum that allows for switching from one personality to the other. And he may have other potions that have similarly non-beneficial effects. From a steam-punk potion perspective, Jekyll may very well rival Rumple or Regina in the potions department.

Also, it was Hyde, not Jeckyll, that stated (to David and Company) that keeping things locked up was not the problem, it's when you open the gate that trouble starts.

Hyde is dark and imposing. But he may not be the villain. time will tell. I was thinking the exact same thing, while watching the finale!

Mr. Hyde being the more benign personality, would actually be a brilliant twist. Many people forget that Dr. Jekyll was not the hero, in the original story. He created the serum to indulge, in his worst fantasies without consequences. It was only when Mr. Hyde developed into a full-blown sociopath, that the "good" doctor wanted to put an end to him.