WATCHER AIDE #1: They took our files, wiped out our records. We've lost contact with operations in Munich, Switzerland and Rome. We've got casualty confirmations coming in from as far away as Melbourne.

WATCHER AIDE #2: Sir, we are crippled.

QUENTIN TRAVERS: It's all right, Lydia. We are still masters of our fate, still captains of our souls.

WATCHER AIDE #2: Yes, sir.

QUENTIN TRAVERS: Ladies and gentlemen, our fears have been confirmed. The First Evil has declared all-out war on this institution. Their first volleys proved most effective. I, for one, think it's time we struck back. Give me confirmations on all remaining operatives. Visuals and tacticals. Highest alert. Get them here as soon as possible. Begin preparations for mobilization. Once we're accounted for, I want to be ready to move.

WATCHER AIDE #3: Sir?

QUENTIN TRAVERS: We'll be paying a visit to the hell mouth. My friends, these are the times that define us. Proverbs 24:6. O, by wise council, you shall make your war.

(The Watcher's Council Headquarters blows up in a huge explosion, taking out the whole building.)

• Watcher's Council

written by: Drew Goddard; Transcribed by: CariCranberry. edited by me.. Full transcript at:
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