Alfred’s father, Arthur Pennyworth, initially appears to have fully defected to the Raven Union. In a moment of moral recalibration, he ultimately reveals the bomb's true location—the coffin of Lord Harwood—sacrificing his own standing to save his family and the city. A New Era for the "Batverse"
During the final confrontation, Gulliver Troy is caught in the energy of the Stormcloud weapon, leading to a six-month time jump where he emerges as a blue-skinned super-soldier capable of shooting energy blasts. "Pennyworth" The Lion and Lamb(2021)
Audience and critical reception was polarized. Some viewers on IMDb praised the episode's "feel-good" energy and high stakes, while others felt the shift toward comic-book tropes was too abrupt compared to the gritty tone of the first two seasons. Despite the "laughably awful" critiques from some fans, the episode successfully established a "new normal" that would carry into the third season. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more "Pennyworth" The Lion and Lamb (TV Episode 2021) - IMDb Audience and critical reception was polarized