Xander eventually stops the bomb and Jack’s gang entirely on his own, without the rest of the gang ever knowing what happened. Why It's a Fan Favorite
A surprising and pivotal sexual encounter with the Slayer, Faith . [S3E13] The Zeppo
While Buffy and the rest of the "Scooby Gang" are embroiled in a world-ending apocalypse involving the and a demon called the Sisterhood of Jhe, Xander is told by Cordelia that he is the "Zeppo" of the group—the one who doesn't contribute and is just there for comedic relief. Xander eventually stops the bomb and Jack’s gang
This was one of the first times a major genre show did a "lower decks" style episode, focusing on a supporting character while the main action happened off-screen. Watch Order Context This was one of the first times a
It marks a turning point for Xander. By the end, he gains a quiet confidence, knowing he saved the school without needing external validation or praise.