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Reviewers from noted that the episode acts as a solid "building block," managing to expand the world without losing steam. While the plot of the "baiting" Deadite is somewhat predictable, it effectively clears the deck for Kelly's hero arc by removing her family ties in a spectacularly bloody fashion.

"Bait" is an exhilarating follow-up that confirms the show's identity. It manages to balance the "Ash shtick" with a developing police investigation subplot that adds a new layer of pressure to our chainsaw-handed hero. Ash_vs_evil_dead_1x02

Review: Ash vs Evil Dead Episode 2, 'Bait' - Bloody Disgusting Reviewers from noted that the episode acts as