Killing Is a Cycle

Wasn't gonna write a review, but looks like this episode recently became the only Arcane s2 episode to drop below a 9/10 on this website so I figured I should say something. This episode has some really great stuff. Is the pacing going at lightning speed? Yes but that's been happening for a while now. I'd argue that it's actually worse in episode 6, which is the most popular episode of the entire show. That's honestly my only big problem with this episode; everything else is great! It really shot the stakes into the air in preparation for the end of the show. And now for the elephant in the room: Violyn. That scene is probably what led to a lot of hate for the episode, but as a lesbian myself, I was so excited to see this level of representation. And honestly, it was just nice to see those two characters happy for once. 10/10!

The show is coming to a quick end and I'm so sad that it is. There has been a crazy amount of moments that are beyond great and emotionally captivating as well. This episode continues to deliver on all fronts while progressing the story. The way Viktor has grown as a character is wild. When I first saw him in the second episode of season 1 I would have never thought he would become who or what he is. I know a lot of fans will be happy about a scene that happens within a prison cell. Everything is so good but my favorite things have to be the flashbacks and soundtrack. I have been hoping for an all out war since the beginning of the show and I think the finale will be just that!

A wonderful episode with a beautiful culminating moment that many will love. This episode dives into heady topics like redemption, (is it possible to be redeemed, SHOULD someone be able to be redeemed?) forgiveness, and the cycles perpetuated by us granted to us from our forebearers (all long standing themes in the show.) Riot/Fortiche does an amazing job of the "show don't tell" aspect and, while i wish there had been more screen time for certain scenes, i think they did create a thoughtful and wildly epic show with the runtime they had. Beautifully done, i wish i could go back and watch it all again like the first time.

This might not have been the most action packed or intense episode, but I actually didn't mind that they Slowed things down a bit just before the finale!

It allowed for a breathing room to piece together all the information we got, as well as showing us our characters motivations just before the final stand!

This episode made me realize just how difficult it is to see who are the good guys and who are the bad guys! Its all just a bunch of people with their own ideals, their own selfish reasons to protect or avenge.. getting stuck in this cycle of violence that never ends!

Now I can not wait to see where it all ends!

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