Warzone #378
TOP THREE MOMENTS:
- The End of the War – Zeus admitting he was wrong about the door felt like a major turning point. It’s the first sign in a long time that he’s truly reconsidering his stance. We've seen very little from The Baron since the incident that nearly cost him his life, but maybe that absence was deliberate and time spent in reflection. He returns seemingly changed - perhaps even improved - though Ares clearly isn't buying into the transformation.
- Origins: Zephyr – After last week's events left Klaus Way emotionally isolated, this week’s historical flashback was a brilliant little touch. Watching a younger Klaus alone on the streets of Arcadia felt like a poetic mirror to the present. Whether by design or coincidence, the way it all tied together was awesome. Back then, Zephyr stepped in to give Klaus a safe haven - but will someone do the same for him now?
- Missing Right Hand – Nero's relentless pursuit of Ezekiel Graves escalated in dramatic fashion this week, with the Cyberhound abducting the reverend’s trusted right hand. Graves was clearly shaken and now races against time to find Nero before Ring of Dreams, determined to protect the truth - or lie - that the Red Reboot is hellbent on revealing. Either way, the stage is set for a climactic showdown.
BURNING QUESTIONS:
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Will Ares stand firm as Zeus unravels everything they once fought for?
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How much longer before we learn what Narcissa told The Night?
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What exactly did Nox expose Destructo to?
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Who were the two unnamed figures at CJ Thorpe's grave?
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Likewise, who stepped from the shadows to speak with Tombstone and The Reaper?
MY FAVOURITE PROMO OF THE WEEK:
Didn’t get to read any promos this week, sadly.
HAVE YOUR SAY:
No in-ring booking for Nero this week, but what a segment to be a part of. As mentioned earlier, he’s got Graves backed into a corner and the countdown is on. The reverend must now do everything in his power to find Lucien before the truth gets dragged into the light. Either way - this feud has been a privilege to witness and be a part of. My favourite since Viper Roberts and Alton Whitlock, for sure.
TOP THREE MOMENTS:
1. The End of the War takes the top spot for me. I was wondering how Zeus could suddenly decide to end the war after Hounds. We ended up getting our answer here tonight. With the door being blocked off and (I'm presuming) the rest of Arcadia (outside of Gravedigger and Zeus's chosen few) clueless about it, I can only imagine how that will shock the world when that's announced. Also, I see that there's something simmering between Zeus and Ares in this segment. Could we potentially see the God of War turn on his best friend and leader? I'm excited to find out within the coming weeks!
2. Answers gets the second spot. This is quite a mysterious seg, that's for sure. Who are these two people that wanted CJ Thorpe's grave dug up? What was the object taken from the woman that she claims the dead Coyote took? What are the answers that she promised the man she'd give upon doing this? I have a bit of a hunch as to who these two are, but I can't say it with confidence until I see it revealed, especially if it isn't George Cade like we all thought it was.
3. Super Serum gets the last placement. Hoo boy, Nox really created a batch of monsters with whatever this serum is, hadn't he? Not only is Foley slowly turning back into Scissors, but now Hatchet became the monster he always wanted to be. Now with the Juggalo being turned into a horror movie monster as well, and with Nox pretty much trapped in the chamber with a monster like Scissors, I have to wonder just how this will end for him. Will the Clown play protector for the man that made him this way? Will Nox meet his demise? Can't wait to find out!
BURNING QUESTIONS:
What was Destructo poisoned with in order for him to become completely lucid like that? Will he even be able to get his revenge now that he's become a laughing lunatic? Can he snap out of it in time for Ring of Dreams?
Can Arcadia and Savor work together to take down Sunshine, despite Anton clearly not having the Captain's best interests in mind? Who was in the crowd smiling at them not being able to come together? Was it a Sunshine Club member or possibly the Zookeeper themselves?
Tombstone's segment with the reaper was quite vague to me. Who was the voice within the darkness talking about by mentioning "him"? Are they referring to Gravedigger? If so, what lies in wait for him at Ring of Dreams?
MY FAVOURITE PROMO OF THE WEEK:
Personally liked both Love and Hate this week. I love how both Jackson and Jasper contrasted each other in the segment while also comparing their feelings toward each other to how El Amore de la Muerte feel about themselves. It was a fun back and forth between the two and seeing them win the titles made me mark out after reading both promos the first time around.
HAVE YOUR SAY:
Night: Damn, Night's really letting Attano have it, ain't he? Surprised Harold resigned himself to a massive beatdown instead of trying to fight him in the dark. Guess he's trying to be the better man and not piss off the Enigma any more than he already is. However, at this point, the face painted anti-hero will only listen to violence. I say he needs to stop allowing his feelings to hold him back and attack him or else he'll get himself crippled again. Will he do that though? The only way to find out will be to give it time.