After far too many weeks off the air, Supernatural Season 8 returns next Wednesday... with a return of its own.

As teased in this Supernatural picture preview, Felicia Day will reprise her beloved role as Charlie, as the hacker makes another appearance and surprises the brothers by bringing them an intriguing case (and by reading Chuck's books).

Look for Dean to teach the character some hunting tricks, and look for her to take the siblings aback in this funny clip:

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