The upcoming episode of The Vampire Diaries “Memorial” features the arrival of Todd Williams and Grace Phipps, as Elena struggles with her new vampire urges.

In the official description released by The CW, we learn more about what happens in the second episode of season 4. Elena has transitioned into a vampire, but is still having trouble coping, and a new, dangerous character arrives in town.

The press release reads:

A NEW DANGER COMES TO TOWN — Elena (Nina Dobrev) tries to cope with the extreme highs and lows that are part of becoming a vampire, and Stefan (Paul Wesley) and Damon (Ian Somerhalder) almost come to blows while arguing about what is best for her. Damon decides to help Elena in his own way and asks her not to tell Stefan. A stranger, Connor Jordan (guest star Todd Williams, “Chicago Code”), arrives in town and begins questioning Sheriff Forbes and Mayor Lockwood. Connor’s actions quickly convince Stefan that they are dealing with a dangerous vampire hunter. Jeremy (Steven R. McQueen) and Matt (Zach Roerig) are surprised to see a girl they used to know, April, (guest star Grace Phipps, “The Nine Lives of Chloe King”), has returned to town and is enrolling at Mystic Falls High. At a town gathering, Elena comes close to losing control until Caroline steps in to help her. Finally, Damon confides his feelings to an unexpected friend. Kat Graham and Michael Trevino also star.

The episode will air on October 18, a week after the season premiere, entitled “Growing Pains.” Check out the official episode stills from “Memorial,” and join the discussion on the Hypable forums.

Are you excited to see Todd Williams and Grace Phipps on the show? It’ll be great to see Elena go through these initial pains associated with becoming a vampire – but then what? What will her life be like now that she’s, well, dead?