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: Dr. Donald "Ducky" Mallard (David McCallum) begins to step back from the morgue, feeling his role has become redundant. He eventually transitions into the role of NCIS Historian , officially passing the torch to Jimmy Palmer.

Season 16 of is often remembered as a high-stakes, transformative year that successfully balanced long-standing series traditions with a darker, more personal focus on its lead characters. The Shadow of the Past: Character Arcs NCIS - Season 16

: The season's most significant thread is the slow-burn reveal that Ziva David (Cote de Pablo) is alive. This begins in the episode "She," where Bishop discovers Ziva's secret private office and journals. The mystery culminates in a stunning finale appearance that set the stage for the following season. Season Highlights & Major Plotlines Season 16 of is often remembered as a