Through the Looking Glass

 is the ninth episode in Season 6 and 119th overall.

Synopsis
After a successful contact with Misao, the gang finds out a disturbing truth about Inari. Caroline finds a loophole in her containment spell, and compels her mother to help set her free. As Bonnie's locator spells are somehow rendered useless, they split up, each with their own tasks. With Carol's help, Stefan and Damon manage to locate Caroline and Liz, but are forced to engage in a fierce battle. Back in Dark Dimension, Klaus sets a plan in motion to ensure his return to Mystic Falls.

Main Characters

 * as Elena Gilbert/Tatia
 * as Stefan Salvatore
 * as Damon Salvatore
 * as Caroline Forbes
 * as Bonnie Bennett
 * as Matt Donovan/Klaus
 * as June Flemming
 * as Misao
 * as Inari (credit only)

Recurring Characters

 * as Elizabeth Forbes
 * as Carol Lockwood
 * as Klaus

Trivia & Notes

 * Long distance compulsion was last used by Damon in the Season One episode .
 * The vampire desiccation spell was last used by Bonnie against Klaus in the Season Three episode .
 * This is the third time Klaus possesses someone else's body. It was mentioned by Elijah that it is "one of his favorite tricks". First two were Alaric Saltzman and Tyler Lockwood.

Cultural References

 * Through the Looking-Glass is the name of the sequel novel to.