The CW has just released the synopsis for the second episode after the The Secret Circle returns on January 5th. For those wanting the adults to have a larger role, it looks like it’s on the horizon.

From the CW:

“Fire/Ice” Synopsis: Cassie (Britt Robertson) asks Adam (Thomas Dekker) for help when she wants to look into her father’s past, and their search leads them to an eerily familiar place. It also rekindles an old flame when Adam, thrilled to be spending time with Cassie again, asks her to the Fire and Ice dance. But because of her friendship with Diana (Shelley Hennig) Cassie is forced to give a surprising response. In an effort to be a better father, Ethan (Adam Harrington) offers to chaperone the dance, much to Adam’s dismay. Faye asks Lee (guest star Grey Damon) to help her with a spell that would grant her individual magic. Unfortunately, the spell has some terrifying side effects that nearly destroy the Circle. Jessica Parker Kennedy also stars.

Earlier today the CW posted a trailer that featured Cassie’s new, darker capabilities.

Since Cassie’s choking power is pretty terrifying in of itself, what do you think these new “terrifying effects” could be?