Fair rating?The Vampire Diaries· Season 1 · Episode 13
Children of the Damned
In flashbacks, Stefan and Damon recall the long-ago actions taken by townspeople including their father, Guiseppe Salvatore, and Pearl, leading to the devastating events that caused the rift in their relationship. In the present, Bonnie's date with Ben takes a frightening turn. Elena helps Stefan as he and Damon race to find the missing journal that belonged to Elena's ancestor. Stefan learns the reason behind Alaric's interest in both the journal and the town's history. Damon discovers that an old acquaintance has returned to town with an agenda he understands.
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#3In Season 1of 22 rated episodes
#11All-timeof 171 rated episodes
+0.3vs season avgSeason 1 averages 8.0
2010First airedFebruary 4, 2010
Guest stars
Matthew Davisas Alaric Saltzman
Nina Dobrevas Katherine Pierce
Kelly Huas Pearl Zhu
Bianca Lawsonas Emily Bennett
Joe Knezevichas Jonathan Gilbert
James Remaras Giuseppe Salvatore
Sean Farisas Ben McKittrick
Ric Reitzas Benjamin Lockwood
Charles Van Emanas BusinessmanTom Elliottas Coachman
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