: A standout moment for many is Xander standing his ground against Angelus in the hospital lobby, proving his devotion to Buffy.
See how different reviewers reacted to the terrifying Der Kindestod and Buffy's struggle in the hospital: [S2E18] Killed by Death
“I had maybe the creepiest looking villain of the series. And the horror music was on point!” Reddit · r/buffy · 5 years ago : A standout moment for many is Xander
: The demon Der Kindestod is frequently cited as one of the show's top three creepiest monsters , right alongside the Gentlemen and Gnarl. Reviewers from The Blogging DJ highlight its chilling design and the disturbing way it feeds on children. Reviewers from The Blogging DJ highlight its chilling
: Some critics, such as those at 1630revellodrive , feel the introduction of Buffy's cousin Celia's backstory is slightly forced, as it hadn't been mentioned before and isn't revisited later. Fan Perspectives & Community Consensus
Critics generally rate this episode as a solid, if not groundbreaking, addition to the series.