[s1e22] The Hunters -

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

A secret, rogue faction within the Watchers led by James Horton . They break the Watcher's primary rule of non-interference by actively hunting and beheading immortals. Duncan must track down the men responsible for

Horton becomes one of Duncan’s most persistent and dangerous human enemies, appearing in several subsequent seasons. They break the Watcher's primary rule of non-interference

The murder of Darius is particularly shocking because it occurs within a church, traditionally "holy ground" where immortals are safe from combat.

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