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#1 · 25 November 2025, 22:35

TOP THREE MOMENTS:

(Three moments of the show that stood out to you and why.)

BURNING QUESTIONS:

(What questions has the show left you with?)

MY FAVOURITE PROMO OF THE WEEK:

(Which promo was your favourite of the week?)

HAVE YOUR SAY:

(How did you like your characters portrayal and what are your thoughts on your current storyline? What, if any, improvements could be made?)

#2 · 25 November 2025, 23:25

Quote from El Mariachi Muerte on 25 November 2025, 23:25
TOP THREE MOMENTS:

(Three moments of the show that stood out to you and why.)

... SOMEONE IS INSIDE THE DOOR: I loved this as a storyline, because as we head into Red Snow and the end of the volume, one always starts to wonder what is the thing that is going to push Arcadia finally over the edge. What is that little signal that everything we know is either going to change or end completely. Because somehow, we have to get to that point. The door being accessed from the OTHER SIDE I didn't see coming. I was thinking that whatever happens, it'll be forces within Arcadia that make it happen. This changes everything. To see Zeus so vulnerable in this segment really added to the story too.

... DON'T LOSE YOUR HEAD MARY CADE: The THUNK of the sword, and the description of Mary Cade's head rolling onto the floor. Sometimes you see examples of some of the sickest things described in the most beautiful ways, and this was one of those times. I think the thing I like the most is the understating of the commentary here. It's one of those times where cutting it right back can make the commentary more effective. The scene punched, and silence filled that space perfectly. The stuttered line at the end by BB was a brilliant touch.

... SUPERHERO SOUP: Oh man, there was so much in this segment. Had to read it a few times. I love the point we reach here though with Nox. Sure, he's an asshole, and we love to hate assholes. He's done all sorts of despicable things, so we all assume he set that fire. So does Destructo. It's been built as that all along, and it's easy to assume that. But cue Doom and his Cleansing Pool, the improved design and the threat of what that would do to Nox, and all of a sudden the truth spills out. He's the asshole, but not the monster. So the questions are a) who is? and b) will they still dunk him anyway?

BURNING QUESTIONS:

(What questions has the show left you with?)

Who DID set the fire?

Will we see the cleansing pool in action at Red Snow, and if so... what will come out the other end of it?

Will brother kill brother? Slade or Ares?

Who is behind the door, and what the hell happens when it opens?

How long had that Mariachi been hiding out in Dr Death's office?

MY FAVOURITE PROMO OF THE WEEK:

(Which promo was your favourite of the week?)

Safe Harbor by Gemini - A little bit of a homer her for choosing the promo that was against me, but for the ones I did read this week, I loved this one the most. The way that the analogy itself just really cut to the heart of everything that EMM is and has been talking about lately, that's so well done. The way that it set up, dissected and shattered his safety - then turns it around to herself to talk about who she needs to be now. Just a brilliant piece of writing. This guy should publish a book or something.

HAVE YOUR SAY:

(How did you like your characters portrayal and what are your thoughts on your current storyline? What, if any, improvements could be made?)

EMM

The trials have been a fun way to build up to what will be a fantastic showdown. I love that the setting for the first trial was Dr Death's office, and the old Mariachi that was expecting them. I love the little riddle to set up the second trial, the song lyric. The ending with Caido being yanked into the kitchen for his match was pretty random, and I chuckled at that. Love a little bit of humour to break up the tension.

Seeing the glimpse into what Caido was before becoming El Mariachi Grande, the loss he's suffered... it brings a new perspective on him. I love how these trials seep in a bit of history and lore that set up a really cool showdown at Red Snow.

SUNSHINE

I really like the way Sunshine is being portrayed here. It's a nice touch to the dialogue and the mannerisms going on. And you can just see how much he simply gets to Savor for all that he's put him through but also just the general demeanour - he smiles through it all and talks about how alive it made him feel. Brilliant.

Cap coming in and saving them both so that he could get the last laugh at Red Snow is so Cap. He doesn't want them to die, just vindication and justice. Well, he may get his face punched in and no justice after all haha

TOP THREE MOMENTS:

(Three moments of the show that stood out to you and why.)

... SOMEONE IS INSIDE THE DOOR: I loved this as a storyline, because as we head into Red Snow and the end of the volume, one always starts to wonder what is the thing that is going to push Arcadia finally over the edge. What is that little signal that everything we know is either going to change or end completely. Because somehow, we have to get to that point. The door being accessed from the OTHER SIDE I didn't see coming. I was thinking that whatever happens, it'll be forces within Arcadia that make it happen. This changes everything. To see Zeus so vulnerable in this segment really added to the story too.
... DON'T LOSE YOUR HEAD MARY CADE: The THUNK of the sword, and the description of Mary Cade's head rolling onto the floor. Sometimes you see examples of some of the sickest things described in the most beautiful ways, and this was one of those times. I think the thing I like the most is the understating of the commentary here. It's one of those times where cutting it right back can make the commentary more effective. The scene punched, and silence filled that space perfectly. The stuttered line at the end by BB was a brilliant touch.
... SUPERHERO SOUP: Oh man, there was so much in this segment. Had to read it a few times. I love the point we reach here though with Nox. Sure, he's an asshole, and we love to hate assholes. He's done all sorts of despicable things, so we all assume he set that fire. So does Destructo. It's been built as that all along, and it's easy to assume that. But cue Doom and his Cleansing Pool, the improved design and the threat of what that would do to Nox, and all of a sudden the truth spills out. He's the asshole, but not the monster. So the questions are a) who is? and b) will they still dunk him anyway?

BURNING QUESTIONS:

(What questions has the show left you with?)

Who DID set the fire?
Will we see the cleansing pool in action at Red Snow, and if so... what will come out the other end of it?
Will brother kill brother? Slade or Ares?
Who is behind the door, and what the hell happens when it opens?
How long had that Mariachi been hiding out in Dr Death's office?

MY FAVOURITE PROMO OF THE WEEK:

(Which promo was your favourite of the week?)

Safe Harbor by Gemini - A little bit of a homer her for choosing the promo that was against me, but for the ones I did read this week, I loved this one the most. The way that the analogy itself just really cut to the heart of everything that EMM is and has been talking about lately, that's so well done. The way that it set up, dissected and shattered his safety - then turns it around to herself to talk about who she needs to be now. Just a brilliant piece of writing. This guy should publish a book or something.

HAVE YOUR SAY:

(How did you like your characters portrayal and what are your thoughts on your current storyline? What, if any, improvements could be made?)

EMM

The trials have been a fun way to build up to what will be a fantastic showdown. I love that the setting for the first trial was Dr Death's office, and the old Mariachi that was expecting them. I love the little riddle to set up the second trial, the song lyric. The ending with Caido being yanked into the kitchen for his match was pretty random, and I chuckled at that. Love a little bit of humour to break up the tension.

Seeing the glimpse into what Caido was before becoming El Mariachi Grande, the loss he's suffered... it brings a new perspective on him. I love how these trials seep in a bit of history and lore that set up a really cool showdown at Red Snow.

SUNSHINE

I really like the way Sunshine is being portrayed here. It's a nice touch to the dialogue and the mannerisms going on. And you can just see how much he simply gets to Savor for all that he's put him through but also just the general demeanour - he smiles through it all and talks about how alive it made him feel. Brilliant.

Cap coming in and saving them both so that he could get the last laugh at Red Snow is so Cap. He doesn't want them to die, just vindication and justice. Well, he may get his face punched in and no justice after all haha

#3 · 28 November 2025, 01:59

Quote from Klaus Way on 28 November 2025, 01:59
TOP THREE MOMENTS:

(Three moments of the show that stood out to you and why.)

The choice in "A Baron's Choice" - Honestly, what an opening. The second that blade dropped and Mary Cade’s head hit the floor, my jaw went with it. Jackson and George’s reactions made it hit even harder — you could feel the shock right through the screen. It set the tone instantly - we're at the big stakes times now!

The Panic of Gods/The Sealed Threshold - I always presumed Zeus was in on everything that was happening from the outside world, but he genuinely seems scared of whatever (or whoever) is in that central room beyond the door. I wonder who it is!?

The closer - There is a lot of pain and betrayal in the eyes of all 4 of these men, and the odyssey pool being replaced by some sort of redemptive version certainly opens up new avenues to explore. Most interestingly, though, is the confession from Nox that he didn't start the fire - then who did?

BURNING QUESTIONS:

(What questions has the show left you with?)

How is Jackson Cade going to cope after that opening? That kind of trauma doesn’t just fade.

How does Graves expect Nero to give him back the "power" he took?

Less of a question but I really enjoyed the trials segments this week, and wonder how that one will all end.

Is Narcissa actually Hades?! She's still not actually said either way...

MY FAVOURITE PROMO OF THE WEEK:

(Which promo was your favourite of the week?)

I enjoyed "The Cracked Statue" from DOOM this week. It played Doom's character against Slade's perfectly, I thought.

HAVE YOUR SAY:

(How did you like your characters portrayal and what are your thoughts on your current storyline? What, if any, improvements could be made?)

No direct segment for Klaus this week, instead the story represented by the reunion of the Attanos a little earlier in the show.I'm just interested to understand the finish for this one, now, so I hope there are some answers at Red Snow!

TOP THREE MOMENTS:

(Three moments of the show that stood out to you and why.)

The choice in "A Baron's Choice" - Honestly, what an opening. The second that blade dropped and Mary Cade’s head hit the floor, my jaw went with it. Jackson and George’s reactions made it hit even harder — you could feel the shock right through the screen. It set the tone instantly - we're at the big stakes times now!
The Panic of Gods/The Sealed Threshold - I always presumed Zeus was in on everything that was happening from the outside world, but he genuinely seems scared of whatever (or whoever) is in that central room beyond the door. I wonder who it is!?
The closer - There is a lot of pain and betrayal in the eyes of all 4 of these men, and the odyssey pool being replaced by some sort of redemptive version certainly opens up new avenues to explore. Most interestingly, though, is the confession from Nox that he didn't start the fire - then who did?

BURNING QUESTIONS:

(What questions has the show left you with?)

How is Jackson Cade going to cope after that opening? That kind of trauma doesn’t just fade.
How does Graves expect Nero to give him back the "power" he took?
Less of a question but I really enjoyed the trials segments this week, and wonder how that one will all end.
Is Narcissa actually Hades?! She's still not actually said either way...

MY FAVOURITE PROMO OF THE WEEK:

(Which promo was your favourite of the week?)

I enjoyed "The Cracked Statue" from DOOM this week. It played Doom's character against Slade's perfectly, I thought.

HAVE YOUR SAY:

(How did you like your characters portrayal and what are your thoughts on your current storyline? What, if any, improvements could be made?)

No direct segment for Klaus this week, instead the story represented by the reunion of the Attanos a little earlier in the show.I'm just interested to understand the finish for this one, now, so I hope there are some answers at Red Snow!

#4 · 28 November 2025, 06:58

Quote from Harold Attano on 28 November 2025, 06:58
TOP THREE MOMENTS:

(Three moments of the show that stood out to you and why.)

A Baron’s Choice – Fuck, that was heavy right out of the gate. Mary Cade becoming another part of Jasper Redgrave’s body count. Just a horrific and heavy way to start the show tonight.

Dad – Just to have Micheala say, “I love you Dad” was a heart rending and wrenching moment. The fact that Harold broke in so that Michaela wouldn’t be imprisoned alone. Because Harold’s already spent years imprisoned on his own and has also resided in a prison of his own guilt. I really feel for Harold as he tells Michaela as he tells her he’s not fighting to get her back, but fighting for her freedom. No one fought for Harold’s freedom but himself. How would things have turned out if someone had fought for him?

The Panic of Gods/The Sealed Threshold – That room has always been a thought not far from my mind as I think about Arcadia. A window to the outside, what happens when someone tries to get in rather than get out? What happens if someone can open the door from the outside and get in?

BURNING QUESTIONS:

(What questions has the show left you with?)

Who’s trying to get in?

Who is the right monster and when will they strike?

Can EMM overcome his final trial?

Will Micheala go free?

MY FAVOURITE PROMO OF THE WEEK:

(Which promo was your favourite of the week?)

The Cracked Statue gets this for me; it was a well-written piece of work. I love the image painted comparing Slade to a statue, and Doom being all the elements that will whittle away at the material the statue is made of. It was a real full-circle promo.

HAVE YOUR SAY:

(How did you like your characters portrayal and what are your thoughts on your current storyline? What, if any, improvements could be made?)

Harold – See my top three for the majority of what I have to say. This story has been a wonderful one and one that’s been told expertly. I cannot wait to see how it ends.

Nox – Who is the person, the monster that Nox spoke about? I am loving how Nox seems to be a man who works with chemicals and knows things. It’s been wonderful to see the lead up with him and how Nox has progressed. Also, I want to give a thumbs up to the line, “He hummed to himself, adjusting a syringe filled with something too neon to belong in nature.” This is peak Nox behavior.

TOP THREE MOMENTS:

(Three moments of the show that stood out to you and why.)

A Baron’s Choice – Fuck, that was heavy right out of the gate. Mary Cade becoming another part of Jasper Redgrave’s body count. Just a horrific and heavy way to start the show tonight.
Dad – Just to have Micheala say, “I love you Dad” was a heart rending and wrenching moment. The fact that Harold broke in so that Michaela wouldn’t be imprisoned alone. Because Harold’s already spent years imprisoned on his own and has also resided in a prison of his own guilt. I really feel for Harold as he tells Michaela as he tells her he’s not fighting to get her back, but fighting for her freedom. No one fought for Harold’s freedom but himself. How would things have turned out if someone had fought for him?
The Panic of Gods/The Sealed Threshold – That room has always been a thought not far from my mind as I think about Arcadia. A window to the outside, what happens when someone tries to get in rather than get out? What happens if someone can open the door from the outside and get in?

BURNING QUESTIONS:

(What questions has the show left you with?)

Who’s trying to get in?

Who is the right monster and when will they strike?

Can EMM overcome his final trial?

Will Micheala go free?

MY FAVOURITE PROMO OF THE WEEK:

(Which promo was your favourite of the week?)

The Cracked Statue gets this for me; it was a well-written piece of work. I love the image painted comparing Slade to a statue, and Doom being all the elements that will whittle away at the material the statue is made of. It was a real full-circle promo.

HAVE YOUR SAY:

(How did you like your characters portrayal and what are your thoughts on your current storyline? What, if any, improvements could be made?)

Harold – See my top three for the majority of what I have to say. This story has been a wonderful one and one that’s been told expertly. I cannot wait to see how it ends.

Nox – Who is the person, the monster that Nox spoke about? I am loving how Nox seems to be a man who works with chemicals and knows things. It’s been wonderful to see the lead up with him and how Nox has progressed. Also, I want to give a thumbs up to the line, “He hummed to himself, adjusting a syringe filled with something too neon to belong in nature.” This is peak Nox behavior.

#5 · 28 November 2025, 09:27

Quote from The Night on 28 November 2025, 09:27
TOP THREE MOMENTS:

1. The Panic of Gods and The Sealed Threshold will nab this spot. I can feel that these two segments are the beginning of the end for Zeus's rule in Arcadia. What or whoever is behind that door will mark the end of it. The Baron knows it too, and he's freaking the fuck out over it. Can't wait to see what's on he other side and what it means for Zeus.

2. Purifying the Poison and Cleansing the Corruption go here. Nox didn't set the fire that nearly killed Destructo last week? Who did? Is it someone else in the segments that feature these four? If so, which one? Who is the real monster that the Chemist is alluding to? I'm dreading to know the answer, but we have to know in order to get closure for James and his mom and adoptive dad.

3. Dad will go here. I hope Harold has what it takes to beat Klaus and set Michaela free. I can only imagine what he'll have to do in order to ensure her freedom. Will he succeed? Will he live to be able to see her go? I hope so, but I'm not holding my breath until the big show comes around.

BURNING QUESTIONS:

Who or what is on the other side of the door to Arcadia? How did they get in? Will the rubble be moved to reveal the entity behind the door? Does the unknown stranger know what the failsafe to open the door is? Hopefully we'll find out at Red Snow!

Will Jackson Cade kill Jasper at Red Snow? It certainly seems like he has gone to that point after Jasper took everything from him here tonight. Doesn't help that the Baron's son is angry as all hell, so he more than likely will. But is it a trap? Will he pass the test that Zeus has laid out for him ever since finding out he's his son all this time? Or will he fail? Hell, what even is the test anyway? Hopefully we'll find out before the final segment of V3.

MY FAVOURITE PROMO OF THE WEEK:

Can't by Jackson Cade will take it here. It amazes me how the writer was able to take something as simple as Harry being battered and broken while using it against him. Absolutely emotional and powerful piece that shows that no matter what happens, Jackson doesn't have an ounce of quit in him. But Harold? He had a goal to make him say those two dreaded words at the final Ascension of the volume. Great piece all around.

HAVE YOUR SAY:

Night: Damn, Peter almost succeeded in getting what he wanted here tonight. He beat Gemini within an inch of her life, and nearly killed her before the Red Snow match. If it hadn't been for a lucky rake of the eyes, she would probably have been bleeding out to death backstage by now. I'm excited for the I Quit match that's to come at Red Snow, even if I think something's amiss with the Night trying to get vengeance against Gemini for those he killed.

TOP THREE MOMENTS:

1. The Panic of Gods and The Sealed Threshold will nab this spot. I can feel that these two segments are the beginning of the end for Zeus's rule in Arcadia. What or whoever is behind that door will mark the end of it. The Baron knows it too, and he's freaking the fuck out over it. Can't wait to see what's on he other side and what it means for Zeus.

2. Purifying the Poison and Cleansing the Corruption go here. Nox didn't set the fire that nearly killed Destructo last week? Who did? Is it someone else in the segments that feature these four? If so, which one? Who is the real monster that the Chemist is alluding to? I'm dreading to know the answer, but we have to know in order to get closure for James and his mom and adoptive dad.

3. Dad will go here. I hope Harold has what it takes to beat Klaus and set Michaela free. I can only imagine what he'll have to do in order to ensure her freedom. Will he succeed? Will he live to be able to see her go? I hope so, but I'm not holding my breath until the big show comes around.

BURNING QUESTIONS:

Who or what is on the other side of the door to Arcadia? How did they get in? Will the rubble be moved to reveal the entity behind the door? Does the unknown stranger know what the failsafe to open the door is? Hopefully we'll find out at Red Snow!

Will Jackson Cade kill Jasper at Red Snow? It certainly seems like he has gone to that point after Jasper took everything from him here tonight. Doesn't help that the Baron's son is angry as all hell, so he more than likely will. But is it a trap? Will he pass the test that Zeus has laid out for him ever since finding out he's his son all this time? Or will he fail? Hell, what even is the test anyway? Hopefully we'll find out before the final segment of V3.

MY FAVOURITE PROMO OF THE WEEK:

Can't by Jackson Cade will take it here. It amazes me how the writer was able to take something as simple as Harry being battered and broken while using it against him. Absolutely emotional and powerful piece that shows that no matter what happens, Jackson doesn't have an ounce of quit in him. But Harold? He had a goal to make him say those two dreaded words at the final Ascension of the volume. Great piece all around.

HAVE YOUR SAY:

Night: Damn, Peter almost succeeded in getting what he wanted here tonight. He beat Gemini within an inch of her life, and nearly killed her before the Red Snow match. If it hadn't been for a lucky rake of the eyes, she would probably have been bleeding out to death backstage by now. I'm excited for the I Quit match that's to come at Red Snow, even if I think something's amiss with the Night trying to get vengeance against Gemini for those he killed.

#6 · 30 November 2025, 14:56

TOP THREE MOMENTS:

1: A Baron’s Choice: What a way to open the show. I was honestly wondering who would get chopped, and having it be Mary made it way more intense than I expected.

2: Destructo vs Nero: This was such a well-written match fast, chaotic, and everything an inferno match should be. Super fun read, and I really liked the outcome.

3: Debt of Blood: Okay, totally biased here, but this interaction was awesome. A great setup leading into the finale of what’s been an amazing feud.

BURNING QUESTIONS:

• If Nox didn’t start the fire, then who did?

• Will Graves get his “power” back?

• Will Tombstone stop Narcy?

• What or who is behind the door?

MY FAVOURITE PROMO OF THE WEEK:

The Chef’s Kitchen

HAVE YOUR SAY:

It sucks seeing the Nero vs. Graves feud reaching its end this has genuinely been one of my longest and best feuds ever. It never got stale, never dipped, and honestly… I might actually get a little emotional when it’s over hahaha

Good luck, Rob. It’s been a huge pleasure feuding with you and even holding tag gold together.

No matter what happens, this has been the most fun I’ve ever had in a fed. I could hang up the keyboard tomorrow and be happy knowing we told an amazing story in this wild little game we all love.

Anyone else have that fun-nervous feeling heading into Red Snow? Because I’m super pumped.