REACTION to Wheel of Time Season 2 Episode 2 by a WOT BOOK DIE-HARD!
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- Опубліковано 23 сер 2024
- Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Kritter XD, and I am a HUGE Wheel of Time fan. I've read the books multiple times, and THIS is my reaction to Season 2 Episode 2 of The Wheel of Time show!
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Elayne is the Elayniest Elayne that ever Elayned. Absolutely perfect casting and writing.
So flaming true
This is the dumbest comment made by anyone in the history of youtube. Elayne knows her duty, she would never have tried to bring that stuff with her, she is aware of tradition. Not to mention her mother and Elida would 1000000000000% never let her show up with that stuff. You and the liar youtuber are not book fans.
Mat, too! Had me at the first smirk!
Yep. I'm really loving New Mat. He has more of the cheekiness I expect the character to have.@@ThatRandomDutchGuy
read the books if you want matt, not this coward in matt bathrobes @@ThatRandomDutchGuy
3:58 watch Perrin's nose carefully in that section. He flares his nostrils for a moment, then inhales heavily, then you see more visions. I think Elyas will eventually explain to Perrin that he is smelling these things and the visions are his "mind's eye" translating what he smells.
When Perrin confronts Elyas in the fly scene it looks like Elyas submits to Perrin. Watch carefully
“We were never equals” 😢 knowing Moiraine feels she doesn’t deserve him yet watching Lan react as if he were slapped was heart wrenching
That could mean that. But it could also mean that he doesn't deserve her, especially now she can't offer anything to her.
Are we sure on if Moiraine was shielded or stilled? Because if she was stilled, she could just be lying regardless of how she feels.
Not really sure if Moiraine is shielded or stilled. But I believe she's just shielded, judging by the weave. When Logain was shielded in S1E4, there was an intricate net of weave that surrounded and settled in to him. The same intricate net of weave was put on Moiraine when she was cut off. The only difference is, with Moiraine, it happened instantaneously.
@@ryazanalester6136 I mean that's still not much to go on since if you remember in the books, in the fight between two important channelers i wont name for spoiler reasons, severing and shielding weaves were very similar. They are both pure spirit, and the only difference between them is how sharp is their edge. Also I've seen people say that since Moiraine can still feel the source, she is only shielded, but thats not the case in the books. It is said in the first or second book that severing still allows a channeler to feel the source.
The exchange between Elayne and Egwene where she name-drops Cadsuane then wonders what the future might hold for them-my eyes started brimming, I got goosebumps and a strange fluttering in my chest. I don’t think another person has ever gotten that reaction from me let alone a TV show. (I hope my partner never reads this 😂).
I knowwww it was so sweet and perfect. I can’t imagine ANYONE not loving Ceara’s Elayne and how they’ve written her so far!
Loved the reaction. One thing and it’s such a small thing that they did but that scene when the door to Mat’s cell gets locked and his hand gestures and facial expressions just about screams the most Mat like thing in either season so far to me. Really liking the new Mat.
Omg I love Mat's new actor. He is Mat. Even in interviews he has that half smile that Mat always has in the books and it just fits perfectly.
Whoever hires the cast knows what they are doing. My favourite moment was the bullseye introduction of Elayne.
I also was thinking about the Rand, Selene pillow talk scene and how he wants to forget and how that reflects back to Thom's song from season 1. "The man who can't forget".... definitely lots going on there
Nice catch
I don't care what anyone says. Are things different? Yes but, the actors are killing it ( in a good way). So far this season is a big step up from last and I'm loving it. The idea that this is another turning of the wheel is starting to sink in and it seems to be working. All the feels are there, loving it. 😁
ahhh yesssss love to hear this
I think Liandrin got her son in a very dark way, but her motherly instict is still there. Liandrin didn't say she hated men. When Ny commented it on s1, Liandrin just said "My Red sisters perhaps." But she then said men "are rarely kind to little girls who show spark of being greater than they are." I think Liandrin has been abused as a girl, and it might have continued until she discovered she could channel. I think she got her son in her very early teens
Elayne is perfection as is Selene! They are both channeling(pun intended) their characters superbly
Your Reactions have been amazing. I can’t wait for Ep 3😁😁
Elayne was absolutely perfect. Her calling out egwayne for her jealousy was so so good.👍 thank you for sharing
poor mommy Moi is saying "I don't deserve you, you deserve better than me" 😭😭😭 we really need therapy ajah, pink or purple maybe. The mental & emotional load she is struggling with at this point breaks my heart 💔💔💔
Yeah or yellows just need to also focus on mental health! I always thought a purple Ajah could be the Ajah of the arts lol
@@KritterXD ooh that's great for 💜 purple. Yrah I guess yellow could expand to over all wellness, not just physical
Dude! You are so right one of the Ajahs needs to focus on emotional wellness, like a balance to the Whites and the mission focus of the rest. They certainly are not emotionally well and need therapy.
@@aurorasmith5098 oh for sure, all our characters actually need therapy so bad that it blows my mind why they haven't gotten to that point yet lol
I thought the casting of Elayne Trakand was brilliant. For a moment I thought we'd see Gawyn and Galad in the training yard, but that will come later I guess.
And I thought the use of American accents for the Seanchan was amazing. Compared to the book where they refer to it as a drawl, it had to stand out compared to the standard Broadcast English accents of the show. Excellent choice which makes them seem sinister.
EDIT: I've just discovered your channel and it might already be my equal favourite WoT reaction channel along with Everyday Negroes! So refreshing to see a fellow book fan who is excited about this series despite the many differences!
I will be going back and watching previous reactions!
This is exactly how I've felt! I just watched her for the first time, and she's is refreshing! Yes, there were some definite weaknesses last season, but they've really stepped it up this season, and I'm delighted by how I feel the character of the story taking shape, and I love seeing another book fan who isn't just moaning about everything. I've had a handful of reaction videos I've been watching that were more objective and made me think. This one just got added to my list for sure! I can't wait to watch more!
I’m loving Ceara as Elayne, she’s absolutely nailing it. She’s actually managing to slowly change my opinion of book Elayne and im looking forward to my next (21st) re-read with Ceara as my new head Elayne 😂
We finally understand why RJ had his female characters 'crossing their arms under their breasts'.....to distract as they reach for their dagger. 😂
It all makes sense lol
I am glad that you like Elayne in the show. I'm a hard-core book fan and have always loved her, against popular opinion. And in the show, I think she's just as charming. She has faults, of course, like all the characters, but I don't know why, I've just enjoyed most of her story beats (outside of CoT of course and a few other low points).
Me too! Elayne is the goat! Despite her upbringing, she acts the least entitled, gets along with almost anyone, is a great friend and is brave and courageous as fuck! I loved all of her POVs.
I love Elayne in the books and in the show I love her even more. Perfect casting.
I really loved this ep and my god did they nail the casting and character portrayals. I'm hoping that vision is flickerverse
More confirmation of the theory that eight is now the sacred number. Eight forsaken, eight Aes Sedai to gentle a man. Probably the limit for linking in a circle.
Five fewer actors to pay each time as well...
Also a huge book nerd and love your enthusiasm. I think the new mat is going to work out really well, the impersonation of Liandrin was pure mat. Also think the casting of Elayne is perfect! and that the seanchan look terrifying. E3 was my favourite episode and look forward to seeing you react to it.
Posting soon! Probably tomorrow but Wednesday at the latest!
Why lie about being a book fan? its okay that you are a simp that only wants to validate, KuntinaXDs paid shilling
I think Liandrin’s son might be the result of violence hence her hatred of men. That goes along with what she says to Nynaeve about men in S1 Episode 5.
That’s why I ride away.
You’re hilarious ! 😂 I love it!
Lol thank you! 😂
The way you react to everything exactly as I did 😂😂 Keep the videos coming! They are amazing 💜
Also, Elayne is my least favourite character of the main ensemble from the books, and this version is winning me over! She is so adorable!!! 🥰
SO adorable
Jordan's antagonists were often pretty shallow, so giving Leandrin a sympathetic backstory was a really nice touch...
As a fellow WoT book reader, I'm absolutely loving this season so far. It's a very pronounced step-up (I have a non-reader friend who absolutely loved season 1 and he couldn't stop talking about how big a step-up it was). I'm really happy with the new Mat, with Elayne, really everyone feels like they ought to. Love your channel!
Thank you so much! And completely agreed!!!
Thank you for doing this, your enthusiasm is infectious. Im optimistic for this season and whilet theres changes im hopeful theyll be back on track for season 3.
Sounds like we’re looking at Shadow Rising proper for S3 so I’ve got my fingers crossed!! ❤
“Battles in the sky“ “ branded hand.” I can’t tell you how excited I am to hear a mention made of these; I hope that this isn’t just a tease and that Rafe will be following through on them (I will have some harsh language for him if he doesn’t! 😈).
I also thought that the dream sequence had a reference to the brands. We know from some pictures that the hilt of Rand’s sword this season seems to have a heron on the hilt, where did not have one last season. In the dream, we see him staring at his hands, and then reaching grab the hilt of the sword and I was wondering if that was not also a reference to getting his hands branded.
Mat stabbing Rand could be taken easily in a couple ways (book spoilers below, for other commenters):
- Mat stabs Rand's reflection in the broken mirror scene.
- Mat is overtaken by the dagger's corruption and actually does stab Rand, instead of Fain. It's not Mat's fault, it's the dagger's.
And I agree with you on the Lan/Moiraine thing: she's trying to push him away because she knows the path she's on is stupidly dangerous.
I'm guessing someone r@ped and impregnated Liandrin when she was younger. I remember her saying something in season 1 about men being unkind to girls who they felt threatened by due to the girls' potential to be powerful
"What sort of loopholes, Verin?"
Ask her later and I'm sure she'll be happy to elaborate over tea
Re: Liandrin having a son... I suspect she was raped perhaps even before she knew how to channel. I just hope the payoff here is that Nynaeve comes back to heal him when she is able. Perhaps Liandrin would never even find out about it because she would have left the Tower by then... My hopeful script-writing...
Nynaeve would end up breaking her block earlier then
@@TheOnlyWay2Go. In the show, everything happens earlier. Even so, If the girls come back to the Tower after Falme as in the books, Liandrin has already left. the Tower at that point.
Perrin's sense of smell getting sharper! Good call! Nobody else was complaining!
Notice that right after Moiraine tells Lan "We were never equals" she calls him by his full name - his full *royal* name. No, they were never equals - he's a king. Realizing that made me feel a lot better.
Did anyone else get a beat of excitement when they saw the Seanchan struggling with their end of the rope and think "Grolm!" - and then immediately say "O no! Loial!"
This season so far - with one huuuuuugggggeee exception - has been a joy. (Not gonna lie, part of the joy is watching other book fans' joy.)
#pillowfriends
Only just found you but REALLY appreciate other book lovers who can be an adult about the realities of making a streaming show out of these books! Loving the actress and the take on Elayne as well so far! And im BIGTIME struggling with whatever is going on with Liandrin. I also don't need a sympathetic Liandrin haha
My favorite part was everything with Elayne. I love her. Perfect casting.
What is this devilry! These writers and actors made my least favorite (early) book character Nynaeve into my favorite
... and now they're trying to make Liandrin (a 1D book baddie) into my second favorite! Kate just slayed me with that scene with her son.
In a cast of stand-outs, Zoe and Kate are fricken amazing!
I cannot get over how much Kate has made me want more Liandrin 😅. NEVER would I have guessed that would be the case lol
I know, right!? Book Nynaeve is a like a nun at a catholic school with a ruler in her hand, just waiting whack someone on the hand fir the smallest infraction. This Nynaeve is my hero! I don't know how to feel!!
That being said, Liandrin, knowing what I know as a book reader, I can't do it, I just can't embrace her.
Elayne making beer made me so happy
Matt and Min escaping Tar Valon on Bayle Damon’s boat….? Then sailing to a certain location….? 🧐
Tbh I’m not sure Moirane will have Lan back as warder. I’m doubtful they will put Moirane through the fox arch thus some plot points might happen differently while still having the same result. I’m also speculating she’s stripped of her powers instead of another character. But who knows. I really enjoy the s 2 adaption so far.
If you notice when he has the visions everyone is standing still in time stop, I think it's the wolf sendings. It comes across as faster than a blink of the eye.
Lol I reacted the same way with Liandrin and her son. I'm pretty sure I said "Am I supposed to like Liandrin?!?" out loud 😆
Hahahhahahhaha pillowfriends! I didn’t pick up on that!
I'm wondering if it's like painting an image of the information he's picking up on from the smells in the area.
My one big gripe about how they're presenting things here, is the Damane.
They feel *way* too much "I am in control", rather than them being the tools that the Sul'Dam use to maintain that control. It just.. yeah. The 'head up, eyes direct, confident and intimidating posture' feels way too dominant for them to me.
But, I'll be curious to see if that changes as we get further into the season, maybe they're being portrayed that way *now* because that's how our PoV characters are seeing them, and once we get to know it more they'll start showing the Sul'Dam/Damane dynamic more like in the books.
OOh! That POV point is a good one. To the outsider, it looks like the power is from the Damane, especially when you don't know they're being controlled completely.
I feel as though they rolled sniffing into wolf brothers.
I think Perrin seeing visions are his mind interpreting the information his wolf senses are giving him. And since that is how the wolves communicate, it makes sense to me. 🤷🏾♂️
Your face when Rand chokes Selene… 😂 my feelings too though… 😚
I love your reaction to this. I'm also a bit confused about how they are portraying Perrin's powers. I assume they are trying to say that a wolf is sending him this vision of what it saw happening, but that's not made clear and it seems an odd thing. Were wolves really sitting around watching all of this stuff happen? Including the flies scene in the house? I do understand that the way the wolf speak is portrayed in the books would be very difficult to put on screen, but this seems like an odd way to do it.
I also love Elayne's portrayal. They've perfectly captures her, in my opinion. I didn't catch the "pillow friends" thing on first watch. 😆
I do like all the little call backs from the books, although I'm not exactly sold on whatever's going on with Moiraine. I know that she didn't do much in Book 2 and so they needed a compelling storyline for her, but this seems an odd choice.
Also I love the look on your face every time Selene show up on screen. 😆
LOIAL: Anger an Ogier; hear me roar.
I think the title sequence is gone. I miss it too, but I think it's been cut so there's more of the actual episode, and 100% approve of that tradeoff.
Seems to me Min can tell Mat that Rand is still alive (since she's seen him in her vision), if she ever asks him where he's from and if he knows the other Emond's Fielders. Then perhaps he can search for Rand and end up following him to Falme.
Gotta say, though they changed Liandrin, i think she is so much better then in the books. In the books she is an extremely one dimensional bad person. Here, we are asking, the fetch, why does she have a son?! Shes a red! Was she hurt?! Why do i care about this character!?
I just noticed that Suroth seemed to have a full head of hair
Agreed about Elayne. She is amazing! (Also, I love Elayne in the books, and I don’t understand people who hate her.)
Mat bloody Cauthon is also chef’s kiss with that cheeky smile and quick wit!
And OMG and WTF at a Liandrin I can empathize with.
Lastly, Selene is my absolute favorite. Amazingly well done for TV.
So far for season 2, my appreciation >>> my gripes. Much better than season 1 so far.
does rand not seem happy at the end
loved the reaction
It's gorgeous and I like most of the adaptation, watching mom and dad have this much discord kinda hurts tho.
Those cheekbones are getting some!
Hot-sema?! 😂 Love it! 😆😆😆
The " i hope they dont replace lan teaching him to swordfight "comment got me thinking. Last episode we had the warder of verin with a flming sword, maybe he wil teach him sword forms.
Ha pillow friends 😂
Secret Tunnel!!!
I think they are combining Liandrin and Elaida. When you think about it at first thats weird. But in the books they were both mean reds who ended up having the same fate. Or approximately. So eh I'm ok with it. I hate that they combined Vandene and Adeleas but then made Verin the other sister. I'm ok with combining character but it really makes Verin much different then she was until mid story. A lot of these characterizations are like mid story characters, not early story characters. Verin in the books was bookish, and oblivious until suddenly she wasn't and this Verin is more like just what Vandene was all along. I don't know.
Honeycakes come next episode!
Although Cadsuane was a breath of fresh air in the books, that was because RJ was purposely writing the majority of Aes Sedai to be pretentious, weak willed, and less competent than previously thought. In terms of her actual necessity to the plot, she was superfluous. In the show, I don't think there is a need for Cadsuane anymore, since it seems that the Aes Sedai are going to stay competent and genuine. At least that's the case with Moiraine, Alanna, Verin and Liandrin who are getting the most memorable scenes.
Elias was the keeper of the niftiest in a different turning lane f the wheel🎉
13 has been changed to 8 basically
I don't think its Ishy at all, I think the voices are Lews Therin ... they have to accelerate the story in the show. But I am probably wrong :)
So 'splain to me... I thought Selene is in fact Lanfear in disguise. So who the heck is Ishy releasing from prison?
Maybe a flashback later, so everyone can feel horrified.
Good point. 🙂@@TracyPeel-df2fh
Min missed in Rand's dreaam in episode 8 season 1
See, I see so many people happy about how this season is going and I just don't get it. There has been such little character development and so much book mixing and full out diverging from Canon content. Elayne's character has been great the other girls dont really have any personality. And I'm sorry but Uno? No to his whole character arc.
What character arc ? The show has A TON of main characters in the books and in the show there is no screen time for so many characters and their stories , this is a different media , i want to see my fav important characters and not the story of a side character that has nothing to do with the plot , be fair and try to understand the concept of an adaptation , and the character development this season has been amazing so far , mat totally feels like mat , Rand is just the best Rand we could have asked for , perrin is getting a lot more character development , and egwayn too , nyneave have been great and the best character so far , moiraine and lan are legit gems 💎 ! What could you possibly ask for ? This is amazing
I am LOVING this season so far! I can’t wait until Thursday. I need more!! Lol