Penny Dreadful Photos from "The Nightcomers"

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Where did Ms. Ives learn to read the tarot and all those incantations?

Vanessa takes a stroll down memory lane, and shares the story of the Cut-Wife; a powerful witch that taught her how to harness her powers. It doesn't take long for the Cut-Wife to realize Vanessa's gifted. Soon, the evil that pursues her comes knocking at the cottage door.

Showtime has released several photos from Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3. What's the connection between the Cut-Wife and Evelyn Poole?

Check out the photos below for a peek at what's coming up this Sunday, May 17:

1. The Cut-Wife Teaches Vanessa - Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3

The Cut-Wife (Patti LuPone) and Vanessa Ives (Eva Green) discuss the darkness within Ms. Ives. Prepare to meet the woman that taught Vanessa all about the dark arts.

2. An Honest-To-Goodness Witch - Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3

This week's flashback installment shows us how Vanessa mastered the tarot, enchantments and more courtesy of a witch known as the Cut-Wife.

3. The Cut-Wife Protects Vanessa - Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3

Though the Cut-Wife initially tests Vanessa's resolve, she soon becomes fond and fiercely protective of her.

4. Vanessa and Sir Geoffrey Meet - Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3

Ms. Ives comes across Sir Geoffrey Hawkes (Ronan Vibert) in the woods. Needless to say, their encounter is not a pleasant one.

5. Vanessa Threatened - Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3

Vanessa feeling threatened, demonstrates to Sir Geoffrey that she's no shrinking violet. Do you think Sir Geoffrey gets the message?

6. Sir Geoffrey Rides with Evelyn - Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3

Sir Geoffrey Hawkes (Ronan Vibert) is seen here with the wicked Evelyn Poole (Helen McCrory). What is their relationship and is he under some kind of enchantment?

7. Evelyn Poole's Plan - Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3

Evelyn Poole (Helen McCrory) is present when the cattle begin to drop. What is evil Evelyn up to? Do those cows belong to Sir Geoffrey Hawkes?

8. Learning the Tarot - Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3

The Cut-Wife teaches Vanessa how to read the tarot. With her innate abilities, Ms. Ives is probably a very quick study.

9. The Truth About Vanessa - Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3

The conversation takes a much darker turn, when the Cut-Wife questions Vanessa about the evil within her.

10. Unwelcome Visitors - Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3

Vanessa opens the door to find an unwelcome group of visitors. What is their connection to the Cut-Wife?

11. Evelyn Poole Pays a Visit - Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3

That's right, Evelyn Poole has been after Vanessa for a long time. Here she is with her coven at the Cut-Wife's doorstep.

12. Vanessa in Distress - Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3

Judging from this image, things do not go well in the struggle for Vanessa's soul. Does Evelyn Poole win this round? What becomes of the Cut-Wife?

13. Vanessa Casts An Enchantment - Penny Dreadful Season 2 Episode 3

Is Vanessa casting an enchantment to protect the Cut-Wife's cottage? Will the woman be safe from the Nightcomers from now on?

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Ethan: You have a name?
Vanessa: Yes.

Ethan: You have made my visit truly memorable. I shall never forget you.
Woman: Perhaps you'd like to know my name, then.