A New Danger Comes to Town In The Vampire Diaries Episode 4.02 ‘Memorial’

According to the latest press release from the CW, The Vampire Diaries ‘Memorial’ (airing Thursday October 18th on the CW) will see Elena (Nina Dobrev) trying to cope with the extreme highs and lows that are part of becoming a vampire. Meanwhile Stefan (Paul Wesley) and Damon (Ian Somerhalder) almost come to blows while arguing about what is best for her. Damon decides to help Elena in his own way and asks her not to tell Stefan.

A stranger, Connor Jordan (guest star Todd Williams, “Chicago Code”), arrives in town and begins questioning Sheriff Forbes and Mayor Lockwood. Connor’s actions quickly convince Stefan that they are dealing with a dangerous vampire hunter.

Jeremy (Steven R. McQueen) and Matt (Zach Roerig) are surprised to see a girl they used to know, April, (guest star Grace Phipps, “The Nine Lives of Chloe King”), has returned to town and is enrolling at Mystic Falls High.

At a town gathering, Elena comes close to losing control until Caroline steps in to help her. Finally, Damon confides his feelings to an unexpected friend.

Kat Graham and Michael Trevino also star. Rob Hardy directed the episode written by Jose Molina & Julie Plec.