Years before Jamie meets Claire, his lovelorn parents defy their rival clans in 18th century Scotland while hers strike up a passionate connection through letters during World War I.

Blood of My Blood also benefits from hindsight, and it's evident that the show has integrated all the finest elements of Outlander into the prequel series, from gallant heroes and powerful female leads to drama and history set against the backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, with a sprinkle of time travel and allure added for good measure.

Outlander: Blood of My Blood” begins with death. This story opens in Scotland in 1714. At Castle Leoch, Clan MacKenzie is grieving the sudden demise of their Laird, Red Jacob MacKenzie (Peter Mullan).