Duncan must track down the men responsible for Darius's death—a group of renegade Watchers who believe all immortals are "abominations" that must be destroyed to protect humanity. Key Characters and Factions
While most Watchers simply observe, this episode reveals their existence to Duncan for the first time, setting up the central lore for the rest of the series. Critical Plot Points for Fans [S1E22] The Hunters
This episode shifts the series' focus from purely "Immortal vs. Immortal" duels to the existential threat posed by humans who know their secret. "Highlander" The Hunters (TV Episode 1993) - IMDb Duncan must track down the men responsible for
Duncan MacLeod is visited by his immortal friend, Hugh Fitzcairn, who warns of immortals mysteriously disappearing. After their mutual mentor and friend, the holy immortal Darius, is brutally murdered in his church, Duncan and Fitzcairn realize they are being hunted by mortals rather than other immortals. Immortal" duels to the existential threat posed by