Episodes in Focus: Triangle/Redefinition
The new Episodes in Focus are Triangle and Redefinition. On the one hand, BtVS takes a break from the dark and difficult to introduce us to a troll and a little more of Anya's past and present. On the other, AtS gets deeper and darker, with death and destruction and d- yeah, really bad karaoke, actually. Which is nice. So from Monday your time, get sharing whatever you have to share for these two very contrasting Episodes in Focus.
Episode in Focus: Triangle
It's been angsty lately in Buffy's life, so it's time to find the funny. The Triangle is Willow, Xander and Anya, two women and the guy they care about. Or wait, is it Xander, Anya and Olaf, one thousand year old ex-demon and her partners past and present. Or Buffy, plus Xander and Anya, getting her emotional support from observing a happy relationship. Or... nah, it's probably one of those. Classic screwball comedy, and in Olaf, one of the Buffyverse's more enduring one-shot characters. (Okay, two-shot, I haven't forgotten s7). Plus it has my favourite ever piece of comedy-Spike dialogue, which I begged rebcake to let me have as the quote today, though it would also make a lovely flash prompt.
Key quote:
OLAF: Ah, fragrant ale!
Olaf picks up a keg with one hand, lifts it to his mouth and begins to drink.
XANDER: (standing behind Spike) So, uh ... think I should run and get Buffy?
Olaf finishes off the keg, sighs happily and tosses it aside. He looks around at the patrons staring at him in fear. He spots a waitress.
OLAF: Barmaid! Bring me stronger ale, and some plump, succulent babies to eat.
XANDER: I'm gonna run and get Buffy. (Pats Spike on the shoulder) Or maybe you could fight him.
SPIKE: Yeah, I could do that, but I'm paralyzed with not caring very much.
OLAF: (pointing at Spike) You there! Do you know where there are babies?
SPIKE: (to Xander) What do you think, the hospital?
XANDER: What? Shut up! (to Olaf) Um ... listen...
OLAF: I find myself very hungry. And when I'm hungry I grow short of patience.
XANDER: Well, we can take care of the hungry, so how's about you just sit down in one of the ... sturdier chairs, and we can ... have a calm talk and something to eat.
OLAF: Can it be babies?
XANDER: Well, not so much.
OLAF: (disappointed) Oh.
XANDER: But maybe ... some roast pigs, and ... stags, and ... much hearty grog. (grins nervously)
SPIKE: They've got this onion thing...
OLAF: You cannot appease me! Do not try! (turns away) More ale!
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Episode in Focus: Redefinition
Lindsey and Lilah are alive. A hell of a lot of other lawyers aren't. Which is kind of Angel's fault. Is he going darkside? Team Angel, without Angel, are hanging round bars looking for destiny and finding each other and karaoke, in that order. Darla and Dru are recruiting...but Angel finds some ways to discourage them. With fire, mainly. Lilah and Lindsey are working up to a showdown. Who's going to be the next Big Bad at Wolfram and Hart? Looks like it's going to be a bumpy ride.
Key quote:
Cordy and Wesley, each carrying a box, and Gunn with his hands in his pockets walk out the door of the Hyperion.
Cordy: "What just happened? (Turns around to face the other two) Can someone explain to me - what just happened here?"
Wesley: "I believe we were fired."
Gunn: "Canned."
Wesley: "Let go."
Gunn: "Axed."
Wesley: "Shown the door."
Gunn: "Booted."
Cordy: "Alright! I get it! - But - wh-what just *happened*? - Fired? Angel *fired* us?"
Wesley: "Looks that way."
Cordy sets her box down: "Uh. I can't believe this."
Wesley: "Let's keep a level head, shall we? - Angel's not been himself lately. Perhaps he'll change his mind."
Gunn: "He locked twenty lawyers into a room with a couple of psychotic vampires. I'd say his mind is changed enough."
Cordy: "Darla. It's all about Darla. One thing you can say about Angel at least he's consistent. It's always some little blonde driving him over the edge. - (sighs) What are we supposed to do now?"
Gunn: "I think I'll grab a burrito before I head home. (Cordy and Wes look at him) What?"
Wesley: "No, no. By all means, if you're hungry."
Gunn: "Hey, this was just a side gig for me, alright? The extra cash was nice while it lasted, but - Angel wants to go all commando? Hm-mm. No skin off my nose."
Cordy: "Well, my nose skin is angry - and hurt! And..."
Wesley: "..disappointed?"
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Meanwhile, over at still_grrr, it’s Original Characters month! Want to create an OC in the archetype of Witch or Mentor? Make it this week!
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Still have something to share about last week's episodes, Into the Woods and Reunion? You have another week's grace to post anything you want for these eps and the special challenges. We can always stand a little more of the good stuff!
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Episode in Focus: Triangle
It's been angsty lately in Buffy's life, so it's time to find the funny. The Triangle is Willow, Xander and Anya, two women and the guy they care about. Or wait, is it Xander, Anya and Olaf, one thousand year old ex-demon and her partners past and present. Or Buffy, plus Xander and Anya, getting her emotional support from observing a happy relationship. Or... nah, it's probably one of those. Classic screwball comedy, and in Olaf, one of the Buffyverse's more enduring one-shot characters. (Okay, two-shot, I haven't forgotten s7). Plus it has my favourite ever piece of comedy-Spike dialogue, which I begged rebcake to let me have as the quote today, though it would also make a lovely flash prompt.
Key quote:
OLAF: Ah, fragrant ale!
Olaf picks up a keg with one hand, lifts it to his mouth and begins to drink.
XANDER: (standing behind Spike) So, uh ... think I should run and get Buffy?
Olaf finishes off the keg, sighs happily and tosses it aside. He looks around at the patrons staring at him in fear. He spots a waitress.
OLAF: Barmaid! Bring me stronger ale, and some plump, succulent babies to eat.
XANDER: I'm gonna run and get Buffy. (Pats Spike on the shoulder) Or maybe you could fight him.
SPIKE: Yeah, I could do that, but I'm paralyzed with not caring very much.
OLAF: (pointing at Spike) You there! Do you know where there are babies?
SPIKE: (to Xander) What do you think, the hospital?
XANDER: What? Shut up! (to Olaf) Um ... listen...
OLAF: I find myself very hungry. And when I'm hungry I grow short of patience.
XANDER: Well, we can take care of the hungry, so how's about you just sit down in one of the ... sturdier chairs, and we can ... have a calm talk and something to eat.
OLAF: Can it be babies?
XANDER: Well, not so much.
OLAF: (disappointed) Oh.
XANDER: But maybe ... some roast pigs, and ... stags, and ... much hearty grog. (grins nervously)
SPIKE: They've got this onion thing...
OLAF: You cannot appease me! Do not try! (turns away) More ale!
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Episode in Focus: Redefinition
Lindsey and Lilah are alive. A hell of a lot of other lawyers aren't. Which is kind of Angel's fault. Is he going darkside? Team Angel, without Angel, are hanging round bars looking for destiny and finding each other and karaoke, in that order. Darla and Dru are recruiting...but Angel finds some ways to discourage them. With fire, mainly. Lilah and Lindsey are working up to a showdown. Who's going to be the next Big Bad at Wolfram and Hart? Looks like it's going to be a bumpy ride.
Key quote:
Cordy and Wesley, each carrying a box, and Gunn with his hands in his pockets walk out the door of the Hyperion.
Cordy: "What just happened? (Turns around to face the other two) Can someone explain to me - what just happened here?"
Wesley: "I believe we were fired."
Gunn: "Canned."
Wesley: "Let go."
Gunn: "Axed."
Wesley: "Shown the door."
Gunn: "Booted."
Cordy: "Alright! I get it! - But - wh-what just *happened*? - Fired? Angel *fired* us?"
Wesley: "Looks that way."
Cordy sets her box down: "Uh. I can't believe this."
Wesley: "Let's keep a level head, shall we? - Angel's not been himself lately. Perhaps he'll change his mind."
Gunn: "He locked twenty lawyers into a room with a couple of psychotic vampires. I'd say his mind is changed enough."
Cordy: "Darla. It's all about Darla. One thing you can say about Angel at least he's consistent. It's always some little blonde driving him over the edge. - (sighs) What are we supposed to do now?"
Gunn: "I think I'll grab a burrito before I head home. (Cordy and Wes look at him) What?"
Wesley: "No, no. By all means, if you're hungry."
Gunn: "Hey, this was just a side gig for me, alright? The extra cash was nice while it lasted, but - Angel wants to go all commando? Hm-mm. No skin off my nose."
Cordy: "Well, my nose skin is angry - and hurt! And..."
Wesley: "..disappointed?"
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Meanwhile, over at still_grrr, it’s Original Characters month! Want to create an OC in the archetype of Witch or Mentor? Make it this week!
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Still have something to share about last week's episodes, Into the Woods and Reunion? You have another week's grace to post anything you want for these eps and the special challenges. We can always stand a little more of the good stuff!
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