- New Directions wants to get an edge at the Regionals and decides to use original songs. Blaine wants to try a new strategy during Regionals.
- Saddened by the death of the Warblers' mascot bird, Kurt speaks out against Blaine singing every single solo. To his surprise, Blaine agrees and insists they perform duets, privately adding that's also an excuse to spend time together. Blaine also convinces Kurt's father it's time to contribute to his sexual education. Sue successfully spreads a rumor so as to trick Will into opting for originally composed songs, a very tall order, while her choir caters to the jury members' bizarre tastes. Fin coaches Rachel to write from real life emotions.—KGF Vissers
- With Sue Sylvester coaching Aural Intensity, Blaine and the Warblers' dynamic set list and tough judges Tammy Jean Albertson and Sister Mary Constance, the kids of New Directions decide the only way to win Regionals is to write and perform their own original songs. Meanwhile, Quinn is hell-bent on getting Finn back and ruling McKinley once again.—Fox Publicity
- Open with the Warblers performing "Misery" by Maroon 5 and then proclaiming it will be their opening number at regionals. Afterwards Kurt (Chris Colfer) tells Blaine (Darren Criss) he's getting too many solos.
Rachel (Lea Michele) sings a song to Finn (Cory Monteith) about being an only child. He likes it better than the headband song, but thinks Rachel isn't exploring her real pain.
Quinn (Dianna Agron) is interested in being Prom Queen and thinks continuing her relationship with Finn (a shoo-in for Prom King) is her only chance. Rachel and her talent are all that's standing in her way and her plan is get as close to Rachel as possible.
At the next Warblers council, a weepy Kurt tells them his bird has died. He says he would like to honor the bird with a song and performs The Beatles' "Blackbird." Blaine seems moved by the song.
My Chemical Romance has told New Directions they cannot use their choice for regionals, entirely because of a lie Sue (Jane Lynch) told the band involving PETA. Quinn supports Rachel's idea for an original song. The plan is for everyone to take a stab at writing.
Santana (Naya Rivera) is still upset that Brittany (Heather Elizabeth Morris) picked Artie (Kevin McHale) over her and seems to be planning a heterosexual song with Sam (Chord Overstreet) out of spite. Sue starts picking on the two former Cheerios.
At the next Warblers council, Blaine says he doesn't think they can beat New Directions without changing their lead song to a duo. Inspired by the bird's death, Blaine thinks he should sing with Kurt and doesn't want an audition process.
Santana sings a song she wrote for Sam called "Trouty Mouth." The song is dedicated to making fun of Sam's mouth and he's upset. Puck (Mark Salling) performs a song he wrote for Lauren called "Big Ass Heart." Neither appear to be keepers.
Quinn starts talking to Finn about Prom. Because of Rachel's fragile state, he thinks they should wait until after regionals to announce their relationship. Rachel overhears this.
Blaine suggests to Kurt they perform "Candles" by Hey Monday. He tells Kurt during "Blackbird" he realized he has feelings for him. They start kissing.
Mercedes (Amber Riley) sings her song, "Hell To The No." Will (Matthew Morrison) likes it but still doesn't think they've found anything worth of competition. He wants them to get in touch with their pain.
Sue is continuing to antagonize members of New Directions. She is making them feel like losers. Will thinks that should be their motivation. He suggests a song title: "Loser Like Me."
Quinn admits to Rachel that she and Finn have been together for several weeks. They argue about their background with Finn. A weepy Quinn tells Rachel that she's never going to be able to write a song if she keeps looking for a happy ending. A sobbing Rachel leaves to write the song on her own. We see her crying in her room as she works on a song called "Get It Right."
Just before regionals, Sue admits to Will she forged the letter from My Chemical Romance. She is brimming with confidence and tells him she has tailed a set-list specifically for the judges.
At regionals we meet the judges, TV anchor Rod Remington, Tea Party candidate and home-schooler Tammy Jean Albertson (Kathy Griffin) and a former exotic dancer/current nun named Sister Mary Constance (Loretta Devine).
Sue's Aural Intensity is up first. They sing a peppy version of "Jesus Is a Friend of Mine."
Backstage, Kurt is incredibly nervous before Dalton Academy goes onstage. Blaine and Kurt perform "Candles" with the Warblers backing them up. They follow that up with Blaine leading them in "Raise Your Glass" by P!nk.
New Directions starts with Rachel's "Get It Right." In the crowd, Kurt turns to Blaine and seems happy Glee is doing original songs, but the crowd enjoys her performance. They follow that up with an ensemble version of their "Loser Like Me" which the crowd absolutely loves.
During the judge deliberation, Albertson is very opposed to The Warblers and New Directions for ridiculous reasons. Constance and Remington are much more open.
New Directions win regionals. The Warblers seem matter-of-fact about the whole thing but Sue punches the presenter in the face.
Blaine helps Kurt bury his bird. They consider themselves winners for having found each other.
Will tells the kids he would like to start honoring a team MVP after each competition. For regionals, Rachel won by unanimous vote. She gets up and in front of them and starts crying, thanking them for making her feel special.
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