Following its record-setting series premiere, The Vampire Diaries will attempt to keep the momentum going this Thursday night with an episode titled "Night of the Comet."

During the hour, Mystic Falls gets set to celebrate a monumental event; while Vicki recuperates from her vampire attack and - most importantly - Elena meets Damn for the first time.

Viewers will also learn more about Stefan's past and his motivation for returning home.

Get an early look at the episode below. Click on the following photos to enlarge shots from the installment.

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