This episode is a major turning point for the series, as it:
It allows Tulip to see and speak directly with her reflection, who eventually reveals herself as a sentient being named Mirror Tulip (or M.T. ). [S1E7] The Chrome Car
In this episode, the gang enters a car entirely constructed of chrome—where the floors, walls, and objects are all perfectly reflective. The handheld mirror serves several critical plot functions: This episode is a major turning point for
Later, it is used as a tool to help M.T. evade the Reflection Police (Mace and Sieve), who hunt reflections that try to live independently from their humans. Episode Impact signaling her personal growth.
After Tulip shows empathy and helps M.T. gain her freedom, her glowing green hand number drops significantly (to 3), signaling her personal growth.