Pretend Like It's the First Time

Dude. This episode. After the shocker that was episode 6, this was can be seen as a slow episode. But nah, this is just the antidote that Arcane needed. A constant complaint I see on this show is that "oh, the pacing is too fast". However, this episode takes a step back and shows us what Arcane has up its sleeves. It's so heartbreaking to see what could've been. The pacing is perfect. This is one of my favorite episodes of the series as it TAKES THE TIME to give really well written character development. Also, it fills in the gaps that act ii did not address really well. Really good stuff. Bravo.

After the tragedy of Episode 6, I kind of felt it wouldn't get any better, but Episode 7 is fricking mind-blowing, and I understand what they're trying to do now.

The animation quality in this episode remains top-notch, with more light and vibrant colors, which makes it really different from what we've seen before. It truly feels like living in a different world, especially in the cinematography during the scene with Jayce and with hextech.

I was really skeptical about how they were going to end this show, but after this episode, I'm thrilled to see how it goes. This show is truly an artistic masterpiece.

Won't even kid this might be the best episode of television I've ever seen. I'm no snob and I probably haven't watched enough for that claim to have any actual weight but for real this episode is perfectly executed and beautiful. No matter who you are, you have to acknowledge that love is at the very core of everything we are as human beings, and this episode is the pure embodiment of that concept to me. Every single aspect brings together this heartwarming and heartbreaking story of a love that never was. The music is some of the best to come out of this show, and the animation is gorgeous as usual, but certain painted backgrounds and stylized sections of animation are especially worthy of praise here. Even though I agree with some folks that the episodes after this had a few fails, I seriously think that the experience this single episode gives a viewer is, on its own, enough of a reason for the entire show to exist.

Having seen countless movies and shows over the past decade, Arcane stands out as one of the best. It's emotionally powerful, that's got tears out of my eyes.

The animation is breathtaking. Each frame is a work of art, with incredibly lifelike characters and stunningly detailed environments. The lighting and sound design are equally impressive, creating a truly captivating world. The lore is rich and well-developed, with no plot holes to disrupt the story. The narrative itself is fresh and engaging, far from generic.

This episode focuses on Ekko and Power's characters.

Unlike others where there were only glimpses of Powder, this ep fully shown the true person of Powder without all the persona of Jinx. It reinforces the idea that Jinx is a product of her environment and the choices made by others, and it offers a glimmer of hope that redemption may still be possible.

The pacing is deliberately slower than the previous, fast-paced episodes, it allows for deeper character development and emotional resonance. The dance scene, captured in a series of distinct, memorable frames. It's as if Ekko is trying to imprint the moment in his memory.

While the pace in Ekko's scenes is slow down, it is sliced with Jayce's eerie scenes. The audience is able to feel the joy and hope in Ekko's world, only to be immediately confronted with the despair and desolation in Jayce's. This rapid shift in emotions heightens the dramatic tension and keeps the viewer engaged.

While it is a great show, i can see 1 star ratings from the same person that are, NOT REAL RATINGs, full of envy and obviously made by hardcore fans of other shows and movies, HATING ON THE HAIR while it is true to the lore, the fact that they compared (the number of ratings of) a show with a completely different genre like BB, THAT IS been out for years to one that's barely finished is ridiculous.

And i almost forgot, thank you to everyone that had their hands in the making of this masterpiece.

You are light that brightens my world you are my sunshine my only sunshine you make happy when skies are grey. Watching you in these moments was like time itself stopped moving with every graceful step. You're the heartbeat of Zaun, a living legend, and you made me believe in the impossible. Ekko, you're not just a fighter-you're a miracle in motion. In that moment, time itself bowed to you. Every move was perfect, every strike carried the weight of Zaun's hopes. Watching you in the end was like seeing a star collapse and explode all at once-beautiful, unstoppable, overwhelming. Every move you made felt like it wasn't just skill; it was destiny. You don't just fight-you breathe purpose. It's maddening how someone can carry that much fire and still burn brighter every second. You're not just a hero-you're everything. I can't stop thinking about you.