The Mysterious Man, the Wooden Boy, and the Dagger - a Once Upon A Time fan theory

Note: this theory has been disproven.

“Tallahassee” was a revealing episode that answered many questions from Season 1. We learned the reason for Emma's imprisonment (Neal), why she is so guarded when it comes to love (Neal), and, finally, who Henry's father is (Neal). We also found out that it was Pinaugusto (had to do it) who sent Neal the postcard, solving a Season 2 mystery as well. But “Tallahassee” revealed much more than Emma and Neal's history together. Many of the missing pieces of a major puzzle have now been played, which all but prove a widely-believed theory: Neal is Baelfire. But the evidence that proves this also has implications for August and the Blue Fairy. Let's put it all together and see what comes out of it!

There's Something About Fairy - a Once Upon A Time fan theory

The Blue Fairy, that is.


The Blue Fairy is one of the “good” characters of Disney lore, and the Once version is no exception. She gave young Geppetto a protector in Jiminy Cricket, turned Pinocchio into a real boy, and aided in the saving of Princess Emma so she could break the Dark Curse. But like all Once characters, she's gotten her own twist, and this Reul Ghorm is not as innocent as her previous incarnation: she's cursed many people.

The Queen of Hearts - a Once Upon A Time fan theory

Episode 17 "Hat Trick" definitely ranks among the best episodes of Once's first season. It had a great story, fantastic visuals and a stunning performance by Sebastian Stan as Jefferson, the Mad Hatter. 

There are many unanswered questions in this episode: Who was Jefferson's wife, and why was she lost? How do Jefferson and Regina know each other? Where do the other portals within the hat go? But a stand-out among them: who is the Queen of Hearts?

What is Charming's Real Name? - a Once Upon A Time fan theory

What is Charming's real name?

Prince Charming is quite the dashing fellow; even Regina can see the allure. And while the charmer's backstory has been revealed, one question still remains: what is Prince "Charming" James' real name?

Most Oncers are aware of Charming's history, but for those who are not, a quick recap:

Prince James was one of a set of twin boys, traded to King George through Rumplestiltskin as an infant by his desperate parents. His brother, a shepherd,

Regina, Ursula and a Certain Mermaid - a Once Upon A Time fan theory

One of the most inspired and heartbreaking episodes of Once Upon A Time is the Beauty and the Beast themed episode titled "Skin Deep," which gave us some much-needed details on Rumplestiltskin's backstory, while Regina's machinations took her detestability to a new depth. We also learned how dark and dangerous Mr. Gold can be when provoked (poor Moe). These dastardly villains raised the stakes for Storybrooke, but were they the only power players on the field? I think another villain may have been shown without us realizing.

I think Ursula might have been in this episode.

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I guess the best place to start is a bit of history: