Episode 2 of "Hell Motel" kicks off with a nostalgic flashback, painting a vivid picture of Portia and Ruby's fateful purchase of the motel. Portia, shrouded in skepticism, finds herself at odds with her girlfriend's enthusiasm, yet the allure of potentially striking a True Crime goldmine proves too irresistible to resist.
Fast forwarding to the present, the scene shifts to a rain-drenched tableau where the group stands in disarray beside the blazing RV. The weekend, already marred by misfortune, descends into chaos as accusations fly, labeling the motel owners as the culprits behind the carnage. Temperatures soar, and suspicions run rampant. Amidst this turmoil, Shirley and Floyd, the owners of the ill-fated RV, caution the group against fleeing into the forest, though their benevolent advice is merely a veil for their own sinister designs. Crow alone remains wary, questioning their trustworthiness.
Elsewhere, in a moment of solitude, Floyd and Shirley reflect on the unfolding events. They deny any involvement in Hemingway's demise, insisting that another party preceded them in exacting justice. They posit the existence of a Satanist lurking within their midst, perhaps someone intent on completing a ritual left unfinished years ago. Caitlyn's death, they theorize, was a ritual sacrifice meant to open a gateway and facilitate the release of Baphomet.
While Floyd and Shirley delve deeper into unraveling the killer's identity, it is undeniable that these two had a hand in orchestrating the RV's fiery demise. Meanwhile, Portia and Ruby grapple with cleaning up the mess in the basement, leaving the rest of the true crime enthusiasts to pair up for the night. Andy, his fear palpable, confesses his trepidation about becoming the next victim in this macabre saga. Crow, though admits to being equally fearful, offers his heartfelt reassurance, admitting his own fears but maintaining a calm demeanor. Unwilling to sit idly by, Crow resolves to venture into town in search of assistance.
Shirley takes notice of Crow bolting through the woods, prompting her to dispatch Floyd to intercept him. The necessity of nine sacrifices for the portal's opening looms large, making Crow's wandering escapade detrimental to their plans. Meanwhile, within the confines of their bedroom, Portia unleashes her fury upon Ruby, lambasting her for convincing her to purchase the dilapidated motel. She harps on Ruby's macabre fascination with true crime, accusing it of transforming her once tender affection into a repulsive revulsion. Their heated altercation echoes through the motel's ventilation system, reaching Paige, who finds herself in solitary confinement, and Blake, who finds himself in an unexpectedly kinky encounter with Adriana. Blake, however, finds her antics a bit too far-fetched for his liking, resulting in him being handcuffed and left at her mercy. Despite his pleas for release, Adriana merely slices his forearm before proceeding to engage in sexual relations with him, regardless.
Elsewhere, in the heart of the woods, Floyd catches up with Crow, and an unsettling conversation ensues, interrupted only by a tense encounter with a lurking wolf. Crow's mistrust of Floyd is palpable, and he confesses his suspicion towards everyone around him. Just as tensions seem poised to escalate, Andy arrives on the scene, prompting them all to return to the motel. In private, Crow cautions Andy about Floyd, whom he senses is undeniably a killer, urging them to stick together for their safety. Andy, however, remains skeptical of Crow's assertions.
As for Shirley, she seeks out Kawayan, the artistic soul who's beginning to lose his creative spark. The aftermath of witnessing a murder firsthand has shattered his confidence, leaving him convinced of his own fraudulence. Kawayan finds himself questioning his worth, and Shirley seizes this moment of vulnerability. She suggests that immersing himself in murder could reignite his creative fire, wrapping him fully in the throes of his art.
That fateful night, Crow descends into madness within the confines of his room, pacing frantically and rambling incoherently. Meanwhile, Portia meets her untimely demise in her sleep, her life extinguished by the unseen killer. Ruby sleeps beside her, innocent of any wrongdoing, confirming the killer's identity as someone else entirely. When Ruby awakens in the dead of night, she turns to her partner only to find her lifeless body, her scream of anguish piercing the silence of the motel.
