They target the town’s prominent figures, including , who is caught between his feelings for the ghost of Anna and his current girlfriend, Bonnie.
: Returns to help Stefan, who is currently a "ripper" under Klaus's compulsion. She uses intense, physical methods to try and "detox" him and bring back his humanity. The_vampire_diares_3x07
helps Jeremy and Elena, but her presence causes a deep rift in Jeremy’s relationship with Bonnie, as he finds it impossible to let go of his first love. The Climax and Closure They target the town’s prominent figures, including ,
: Mason leads Damon to a hidden cave beneath the Lockwood cellar, revealing ancient Viking carvings (the story of the Original family) before he disappears. helps Jeremy and Elena, but her presence causes
While some ghosts seek to help, others have darker motives. The , led by Frederick, use their temporary physical forms to terrorize the founding families during the festival.
In the episode ( ), the veil between the living and the dead is lifted during Mystic Falls' Illumination Night, allowing the restless spirits of the past to seek vengeance or closure. The Return of the Dead
: Grams reminds Bonnie of her strength as a witch before fading away.