Heroes Reborn 1.04, Reign 3.01

Heroes Reborn 1.04 The Needs of the Many
I like the change in Luke's character. I was hoping he'd flip on his choice and grow a conscious and a pair to hold his own. His wife is too hard for him to handle. She's unstable and can't picture her bully him into murdering other Evos. I hope the separation is permanent. Luke can concentrate on finding other people to help out and Joanne can be destructive elsewhere.

Tough stuff, I'm bored of Miko and Ren now =/. There's way too many character stories to follow along. I understand Miko's importance, especially with the samurai sword being rightfully hers. It's just taking far too long to develop her importance.

Once again, poor Tommy can't catch a break. The accident is major and his mom needs to make it through. I hope he gets out of this one, but he's stronger with Emily on his team. It seems to be a repetition from the original Heroes where there's always an Evo and human together. This is the team that I have faith in. They may be young, but I hope they're not as naive as the rest of the characters we've seen.

Now in Los Angeles we see Dearing capture the priest. I don't understand what his end game is, or who he works for. I'm not sure it's her Erica. She keeps a lot of her Evo employees close, not so much on the field to do their own searches.

Wow, I'm surprised Molly Walker did something selfless. I wonder what location she's been protecting this whole time. It could have been the Evo in the very end of the episode.

Reign 3.01 Three Queens, Two Tigers
Awesome. We kick off the season with Francis and Mary back together. I'm glad Francis admits he's dying though. It shows he's choosing his illegitimate son, Mary and his country ahead of everything. I'm not sure how long Catherine will be banned for. She seems to be making great friends with Elizabeth, but we'll see how the plot thickens along the way.

I wonder if Elizabeth will get her way with having her lover on the side. Catherine is pretty supportive in her political reign, but obviously it's to secure her survival.

Why is Charles so big?! He's young, but I thought he was younger than Francis. They always age them like crazy on TV haha

Lola and Greer are getting pretty good side stories this season, better than Bash's present situation. The writers keep skimming on Bash lately, I hope he gets something proper.

Reign 2.22 Burn

Reign 2.22 Burn
I called it last week with the fake baby! I can't believe Mary is such a cold person that could slaughter for the sake of saving her own neck. Then again, it's a world of kill or be killed.

Is it bad that I'm digging Elizabeth? Catherine's been banished and is yielding under her power to get rid of Mary. This is some next level crap. Before the camera panned to Catherine's face, I actually thought it was Mary's mother, the queen mom of Scotland from the back. She was always in dark colours and I felt she would be the one to betray her daughter in order to advance her well being. This looks interesting already.

Crazy Delphine bound herself to Sebastian =O this means neither of them can die without the other. When's the last time anyone heard about a woodland healer with no links to Paganism?

Looks like Kenna is moving on with man-searching and trying to pass off her baby to come as a niece or nephew. She's actually the most desperate of the rest come to think of it. Lola has Francis' protection because of her son, Greer has her independence as a Madame, and Mary is between Scotland and France. Kenna is really fighting tooth and nail to stay in this.

The finale was a bit of a let down, but I did find it better than the recent episodes. I really thought Conde's part in the story was going to end here. It's really complicated while everyone holds their own secret. Francis is dying, this is obvious. I didn't think I'd see Nostradamus again but he is the next thing to a spiritual healer on the castle grounds.  I bet Francis dies in the next season or they're really stretching this way too long.

Reign 2.21 The Siege

Reign 2.21 The Siege
I was actually bored with this episode entirely. Sebastian brought in his weird woodland friend Delphine and I'm not sure what her role is going to end up being (other than interrupting Kenna's marriage with him).

Francis putting Lola ahead of his needs was a smart move on his behalf. His priorities never changed, even with the advice of everyone around him. His mom is a constant influence, but I find he's turned into a better person without the use of her manipulation.

I'm interested to see if Lola will actually take Narcisse back, even after the body sketch mishap. He's showing concern for her well being and finds it unfortunate Lola isn't in the mood for reunions. I think he'd be great for her, but his political mindset is always trumping his heart. It's a good defence mechanism using logic over emotion (much more sensible).

I see Claude falling for her knight and protector Leith. Now that Greer shows no interest in building a future with him, that opens up the option of Leith spending more time with Claude. He also did a great job keeping her safe when the castle was under attack.

Conde looks like he's ready to take care of serious business, but he's also doing the talking on his own. No right hand man by his side, just solo. I don't know if he can very well conquer land at all, especially since Elizabeth is pulling his strings, especially since she was the one who kept pushing for marriage. Kidnapping Mary was a weak idea, even for Conde. You can't just hold a queen hostage and expect no penalty.

I had a feeling that was Greer's working ladies all along. They assembled really quick for the army's possible last evening. I don't believe Mary is pregnant. This is way too much at once, and I think this is just a trap!

Reign 2.20 Fugitive

Reign 2.20 Fugitive
Conde is fleeing for his life and I am still confused with what happened last week. Mary is still acting a bit of an airhead throwing out all her resources to protect Conde as much as possible. At the end of the day, he's Elizabeth's husband BUT then again he's not since the house and proxy was burned down along with the evidence. This couldn't be more complicated.

It looks like Mary is trying her hardest to protect him, but Francis is using up all of his resources to try and protect what she wants. It really is costing him everything and weakening his kingdom.

Narcisse looks like he's dividing his loyalty between Lola and Catherine now. I think he's going to choose Lola if he follows his heart, but logically he will please Catherine for the sake of politics. I'm seeing the perks of being at court for him, but he's not going to have much to rely on since all he does is blackmail and act out of his own personal interest (which is still hard to tell).

Greer and Leith are going down the same road they always see themselves on. I don't know why Leith is surprised. He always sticks his neck out for her and works in the palace babysitting Claude. Greer does have a right to stick up for herself and her independence on her own income. If she marries suddenly, it will mean she needs to give up her current lifestyle as a Madame and settle down. I applaud her for that, but she can't whine about wanting to be happy when Leith offered her all of that.

Kenna chose soldier boy and Sebastian is off on the sidelines now? Not that I don't have faith in this storyline but Kenna is the character who has to sleep her way to the top. She's been painted as the woman who gets what she wants by using her sexuality. Don't like this storyline for a woman, especially one who can be respected for doing other respectable things.

Arrow 3.20, Reign 2.19

Arrow 3.20 The Fallen
We're bringing people back from the dead now?! Why couldn't this show just do that with Sara Lance =/ Anyway I'm surprised Thea was able to remember everything properly after returning back. If she's got confusion in her, she also isn't supposed to be the same coming out of this. I'm hoping maybe she'll go back for Oliver or something bold to show she would fight for her brother just as much he has for her.

I am so glad Felicity and Oliver admitted their feelings at last! I didn't think it would happen so soon, but this look played out to be the "last goodbye" judging by how she couldn't let go of him. Even in the last second of trying to get him to return to Starling City, she wouldn't stop fighting for him. I think he's supposed to be with her, but he doesn't want to ruin what she has with Ray at the moment. By the way, I don't know what will happen between them since Oliver is "gone".

I want Black Canary to come out bolder this time around. She should go back and bring Oliver home with Diggle. Not sure how I feel about everything else, but Maseo looks like the closest person that would actually help aid in this. Deep down inside, Diggle was able to reach out to his past and make him see if what he's doing is worth it.

Reign 2.19 Abandoned
Mary keeps whining over Conde and it's gotten boring. I think she's obsessed with not being with him, but she has trouble letting go. She's pulling the plug for the sake of politics and claims she's meant to follow her heart. One thing I dislike the most about medieval women is the lack of empowerment when there was a time to be in such a place of power.

Kenna looks like she's after this new soldier boy. Sebastian and her seem to have ended abruptly, so it looks like a complicated subject for now.

Not sure how I feel about Narcisse advancing himself with Catherine. He's become a key player at court, especially by her side with all kinds of resourceful information. I wonder if Lola will ever come back to entertain the idea of being with him (it may be a nice change).

It looks like Conde got married in secret, but doesn't he need to take out Francis in order to be king? He's a bloodline, I understand that much. If he marries English Queen Elizabeth, does this also mean he needs to challenge his place on the throne as a king versus Francis? I know he automatically becomes King of England, it's just claiming France as his country as well means another fight, possibly a war.

Reign 2.18 Reversal of Fortune

Reign 2.18 Reversal of Fortune
Are Conde and Mary no more now? She looks really wishy-washy with her decision now. Francis escaped a close call there, but he granted Mary "permission" to live out what she wants. The issue at hand is that she's half committing both to her marriage and her love affair. It doesn't work that way, especially when your a queen with minimal power at the moment.

I found it interesting to have the episode start and end with Conde's situation with Mary at complete extremes. Without a doubt he's given up more for her. She needs to either back out completely and let him go or make a concrete decision on what to do. It looks like both nations are suffering, and it's only getting worst now with French troops heading over to Scotland.

Leith is so optimistic with Greer, it's actually very comforting. I don't get Claude's spoiled attitude. I know Leith is her newly appointed chaperone, but this may get quite boring as well. No one likes to be a babysitter to royalty, might as well be a person in waiting. Greer looks headstrong with her new found business. It was an accident that turned into something profitable and useful to her survival. She's kind of the only smart lady in all of this, finally doing something for herself.

Conde better make up his mind soon. He can't keep waiting on Mary, he's got to make decisions for himself is she's not willing to protect him.

Arrow 3.16, Reign 2.17, X Company 1.05

Arrow 3.16 The Offer
All the fighting girls have daddy issues! Captain Lance isn't talking to Laurel, Ra's turned on Nyssa, and Thea's been against Merlyn for quite some time.

I'm glad Oliver isn't taking Ra's a Ghul's offer on taking over the league, but now Ra's is posing with Arrow's identity. I don't like him in Starling City, he's trying too hard to be a staple character when he's making me miserable. I understand the DC Comics franchise has all of them intertwine (we see League of Assassins in Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy) but having him in Arrow is a bit much. If the next TV show to overlap is Gotham, it will be an overload since it's presently in Bruce Wayne's upbringing.

Finally, Felicity came clean to Oliver on his feelings on Ray. His timing was late, that's why Felicity's moved on. Simple as that. Even though the audience is cheering for Felicity and Oliver, it's appropriate they allowed her to move on.

The episode was slow for me, and Merlyn looks like he's still in the picture until he gets back on his feet.

Reign 2.17 Tempting Fate
I knew Francis was sick! I felt if Mary officially chose to be with Conde, this would be his downfall. It's good Conde came clean with the deal with Elizabeth and the English throne. I knew he was playing a double agent in this, because he pursued Mary and turned down every chance his brother offered him to advance his status.

I don't know if Conde will last though. If Mary is supposed to be by Francis' side, that means Conde would have to leave the picture. Lola looks like she's on Mary's side, kind of the only person cheering for her really. I'm thinking Greer would do the same if she wasn't banished. Leith's ambition to save and marry her may not be a lost cause. (You kind of need an annulment first though haha)

Is Bash really dead? I know the healer is trying to work her magic, but this means he'll go missing for days. Also, Kenna is in the castle without any knowledge of this. Hoping Kenna and Bash can fix their marriage, for a while they looked like the only stable pairing in all of this.

X Company 1.05 Walk with the Devil
Impressed that Alfred and Aurora pulled off their mission so well. They saved so many girls even though they couldn't bring Claire along. As soon as I found out the hospital was a birth house for "perfect Arian babies," my stomach turned into knots. This is one of the many situations

Glad to see Juliet Stevenson get a spot in this show! Too bad she couldn't stick around, but then she would've found out the team couldn't save Claire. It shows a lot of people were forced to play parts they didn't want to for the sake of survival.

This was also the first time we didn't see Alfred have his blue flashbacks in the jail cell. When he broke down in front of Aurora, my heart dropped and my eyes got watery. Jack Laskey is a marvellous actor! When he explained what happens to the new borns if they're not up to "perfect" standards, I was horrified. I can't imagine the nightmare endured in this time-period, it's heartbreaking how much the Holocaust has taken away from people. I am digging Alfred and Aurora together; I hope they keep building their relationship with each other.

I can't believe this show only gets eight episodes for the first season. I like the history and backstories given in each situation; it's more interesting to see where each character comes from, their life and personal struggles.

Reign 2.16 Tasting Revenge

Reign 2.16 Tasting Revenge
LEITH! I've never been so happy to see him. He makes everything better (no seriously) and I cheer for his character's happiness every time. If her husband Castleroy is in jail, she can finally move forward with Leith! By the way, I hope they become solid this time around. Now that he's in the navy and has a reputation of his own, he can be in her life again.

I have a good feeling about Conde this time around. Even though he took up the offer to court Elizabeth, I think he's trying to protect Mary. He seems to be the only stable person Mary's had in a very long time.

I wonder if Antoine will come back the next episode now that he's gone back with his wife. He accomplished to ruin Kenna and Bash so I wonder if that will continue on.
in the next episode that he's made a bold decision for himself.

Hoping there will be more Conde in the next episode that he's made a bold decision for himself.

Reign 2.15 Forbidden

Reign 2.15 Forbidden
Mary's mom is in and out of the picture, never consistent. I think I'd like her better if she was in the castle more often. She's be a good counterpart to Catherine since their goals are the same for their children. It's too bad she isn't a regular.

The Francis and Mary situation is getting old. I think cousin Conde is a good contender in here, but his brother Antoine is too much of an influence. Speaking of which, I wonder if Bash will take care of him from chasing after Kenna. I prefer Bash and Kenna because they're living a simpler life now and the only person making things complicated is Antoine.

Bash's heart will break again? Totally about Kenna or Francis from that gifted nun, I bet. I know the outcome will be a choice between the two.

I have no idea why it took this long, but I am glad Mary finally came out with her inner pain about when she got raped. It was traumatic and she was never able to say it out loud how violated she's felt ever since. I think women shouldn't feel ashamed about what's happened to them. Mary speaking up to her mother about how she feels and what she wants to do to stand up for herself is HUGE for all women to see and strengthen each other.

I understand everything in regards to politics, I hope that it continues on with women being strong for each other even in a patriarchal time period.

Reign 1.20 Higher Ground

Reign 1.20 Higher Ground
This show keeps changing! Glad Leith is coming back in the picture. Francis looks like he is  saving him the whole way and will allow him to marry Greer. That was a pretty bad fight those five guys went through. A bit unrealistic but Francis was able succeed on his own terms. Crazy King Henry better stop with his difficult behaviour because I have a feeling he may be the reason why Francis dies early. I also wonder if that will happen before second season.

Mary has lost it, but I dont blame her. She's been put through the wringer and dragged through the mud with everything thats happened to her in France. Now that shes capable of killing and hiring an undercover assassin, she's going to be ruthless here on out. Catherine still has her suspicions (she has every right to), so this will play out to be really interesting.

There's more with Bash and Kenna nowadays, but Lola and the mysterious husband is grabbing more attention. He finally confessed that he has no money to his name but is manning up at last. I think the birth of the baby can bring them closer,  just as long as he never finds out it's an heir to France.

I see more politics and bloodshed in the show, as opposed to love as the chief decision maker. Everything needs to be played smart, not with the heart. Its all politics and survival of the fittest. Really hope it stays that way since the "dark magic" story line is getting old.

Reign 1.18 No Exit

Reign 1.18 No Exit
I'm actually glad Francis turned everything around and stood up for himself. I know last weeks episode I was thrilled Mary did the same for herself and Scotland, but this time Francis was the one who took control to protect Mary.

I think James is the one who hired the third party Englishmen to order the assassination on Mary at sea. If he would want to be king of Scotland, he would be ruthless. He's also a half brother too so he would feel threatened by Mary controlling three countries.

Kenna and Bash look like they're finally getting along. I think their story will grow into something better. As for Lola, I think she got herself in a bad marriage. The guy probably has no inheritance even though everyone hears he comes from wealth. I wonder if Francis will ever find out about the baby. That will be a plot twist but Francis may die before he knows about it.

I'm glad Nostradamus is staying behind in French court. He needs to be around for the sake of his sanity (and Catherine's). King Henry better get back to normal and explain these visions. I think it was a younger brother or friend of his that passed on. I thought it could be young Henry but I don't know why a younger version of himself could be tormenting (especially when you're king).

Reign 1.17 Liege Lord

Reign 1.17 Liege Lord
So King Henry is still batshit crazy and nobody knows why. Nostradamus would traditionally come in around this time but he doesn't look like he would unless Catherine asked.

Lola's storyline is getting complicated, but I think her new suitor may not want children because he may be gay. The good news is he is willing to marry her to cover up her pregnancy. I hope he doesn't turn on her later on in the story.

I don't know how I feel about the new marriage between Bash and Kenna. Kenna will learn to respect Bash but she looks like she may fall for him in the end. I don't know what Bash will do in the castle without driving insane. He knows he's practically in Mary's pocket, but Francis could have something to do with it when it comes down to how often he notices their paths crossing.

I'm glad Mary is finally taking control of everything no matter what the cost. She knows she's expendable while she is in France, but she is looking out for her own country at last! Francis looked taken aback finding out she was ready to use anything, even their kingdom in France, to save her people.

Reign 1.15 The Darkness

Reign 1.15 The Darkness
This was kind of a boring episode. It was about Bash and the woodland family he's currently shacking up with. Oh, also Mary getting angry at herself and Lola.

Is Lola really going to have the baby? I don't think this actually happened, but I guess they're trying to make good television. At least Francis fessed up to Mary about sleeping with Lola in Paris. But what he doesn't know is Mary already knows *le sigh* so complicated!

Kenna is getting sold out into more sexual favours for the king. She's taken aback but how did she think the deal was going to be? It was only going to escalate once he knew he had a job to find her a suitor. I'm glad Catherine is trying to help her out and protect her as much as possible. She has a good side to her now that Francis is going to be king. That was her one goal, but now she can focus on doing well for Kenna rather than just for her own interest.

I'm going to miss Leith around the castle with Greer. I was hoping Greer would go with the duke to be near him, but since her parents set her up with somebody, her life is pretty much set. Wow, 16th century France sucks when it's all about dowries and owning land. Women get the shorter end of the stick, without question!

Reign 1.13 The Consummation

The Reign 1.13 The Consummation
Looks like Mary's mother came to play the game of politics. She showed up to stake her agreement with France to cover Scotland and more importantly, her life. She's similar to Catherine in so many ways. They'll both do anything for their kids, and will be cut throat to get what they want (not necessarily including Francis or Mary's happiness).

I was surprised when Sebastian said he would meet Mary outside the palace grounds so they could get married. I thought it would really happen, or at least Mary would have stayed at the kingdom while he was waiting in the cold (totally dramatic idea of course). Also really didn't think the wedding would happen so quick, let alone to Francis. The story is finally back on track with following the real history of Francis and Mary Queen of Scots.

My other theory on Sebastian fleeing the palace grounds is that he needs to return. When this happens maybe he brings his mom along as well. If he shows back up in the middle of all the drama, Mary will definitely fall back to him. It's going to be the same cycle until Mary flees to England for shelter.

Also, Francis and Lola's meet up from last week is going to resurface again, I'm sure. Not sure if that will damage the relationship, but Mary already looks like she had doubts when she found herself caught in the middle of Bash and Francis. I am liking the turn of events in this season, just hope it remains exciting.

Reign 1.11 Inquisition

Reign 1.11 Inquisition

Looks like Francis has fled the palace grounds, possibly even France haha he must have refuge in a cabin somewhere. His absence has no significance to the latest in coming after Bash. I kind of think as a desperate plea to win Mary back, he might sick an assassin on Bash himself OR in a twist kill him at his own hand. (These are random thoughts of mine I need to get out of the way).

I am pleased they brought Nostradamus back (I thought he was done for with that stabbing) along with that excellent backstory. You could tell Clarissa had to be Catherine's abandoned daughter with the way Catherine kept finishing Nostradamus' sentences as he told her the story of why she lives in the castle. 

Mary looks like she's going out of her way for the baby. It's nice, shows common ground between her and Bash. On the one hand, a lot of Bash's past may be used against him to keep him from the throne. Bash could care less and I like he's honest about his feelings when it comes down to it. 

Mary should really think about who is guarding her bed chambers properly. Catherine barged in there like it was nothing. Guards, Mary almost died and you couldn't break down the door :/ confidence in the French guards doesn't sit well with me. 

I wish the station would air a preview of next week's episode! By the looks of the title "Royal Blood", I'm intrigued who they'll be talking about. 

Reign 1.10 Sacrifice

Reign 1.10 Sacrifice
Liking the consistency following last week's episode. I see Bash sticks to his word how he never wanted Francis' place on the throne or in the bloodline. Poor guy is trying his best to stay alive but it looks like everybody loyal to Catherine is out to get him. At first I didn't want to believe Catherine was behind the death plots once again and that the twist could be Francis was the one trying o kill Bash as any good tragedy would turn out. But of course, it was the mother with a poison dagger as the weapon of choice.

Mary shows her leadership in the kingdom very well, especially in the scene she stands her ground against Catherine. After that point, I hope she sticks to her gut when it comes down to actually ruling with Bash.

Bash has a half sister! I expected it would be a sister because of how protective she was when the guard forced her to speak in front of the court. If she was a girl Bash got pregnant (which you could see was Mary and Lola's first thought by their facial reactions), she would have shown up earlier in the season. Even if it were for blackmail or trying to get some sort of deal with his of his position in the court; she didn't look like a girl he kept as a secret love affair. It's nice to see Bash looks out for her even with the distance forced between them. The circumstances of giving birth in the woods looked tough. She had nobody but Bash, Mary and the trusty Pagan guard. I expected Mary to be the one delivering the baby since she stayed in the convent haha. Bash had to see another one of his family die, when will it end?!

Mary really freaked out at the Pagan prayer there! Of course she's used to Catholic practices, but she needed to pull it together. Poor horse used as a sacrifice. Bash gave her his word and he doesn't have anything to hide from Mary. He tells her everything upfront if there's anything within question; this is another difference between how Francis and Mary functioned.

Bash evidently treats Mary equally with no ulterior motive (of course, it was never his idea to ascend the throne and change the bloodline). He doesn't have any interest in prioritizing the country or French court above Mary. I'm very interested to see how far this season will go with this new direction in the story line. I'm sure if the writers and producers want to stick to some historical accuracy, they'll bring Mary back to Francis somehow.

Reign 1.09 For King and Country

Reign 1.09 For King and Country
That was a quick return to the palace grounds. The chase didn't last very long, but it looks as if Francis was determined to have both Mary and Bash found at all costs.

This became such a tangled web. I didn't know Mary would suggest legitimizing Bash in order to save Francis. Clearly Francis isn't pleased with the turn of events, but I do think this will come back at her.

Bash wasn't happy with the news, especially with spending most of the episode down in the dungeons. If his mother Diane returns, I wonder if Bash will have a safety net behind him. With Diane on the run, Bash looks completely alone. Mary is the only other person who is somewhat cheering for him, but it's complicated since it's all Mary juggling different ideas to rule.

Clarissa stabbed Nostradamus!! This is intense, does this mean Clarissa escaped in the castle walls? I know she's getting punished for killing Aylee, but she can't get far without Nostradamus bleeding on the floor =/

I also didn't see Francis and his younger brothers getting stripped of everything entitled to their name. I thought he would stick around, similar to how Bash always got the perks of remaining on the castle grounds. He sounded really bitter telling Mary long may she reign. If the producers want to stay true to the historical aspect of this family line, they'll eventually pair Mary up with Francis in the end.

It was a great comeback episode, but I think Catherine won't rest until she kills somebody else. She wasn't expecting Mary to take away the inheritance, but wasn't her only condition was to keep Mary away from Francis? Here it is and here are the consequences. I can't wait for the next episode!!

Reign 1.08 Fated

Reign 1.08 Fated
Best midseason finale I've seen in a long time! I think Covert Affairs makes great cliffhangers, but this was very well done.

From the beginning, we knew Catherine tried to drive a wedge between Mary and Francis based on Nostradamus's visions. Francis and Mary finally want to get married, which doesn't look good for Catherine's superstitions. I don't think she thought about Francis actually developing feelings for Mary and compared the alliance to what she had with Henry. It's good she decided to tell Mary the truth, but not as an empty threat.

I'm surprised with what's been done with Clarissa's character. At first, I thought she was a forgotten prisoner in the castle. Then, I thought she was a ghost because Charles said she appears only if she wants you to see her. Now we know she's an actual person that Nostradamus has been talking to! I wonder what her 'fate' has been all this time. She looks like she wants to protect Mary, but she murdered Aylee and threw her down the castle stairs. That's my only unanswered question, but a good one to revisit once the show returns in the new year.

Haha Olivia just disappeared after last week. Her role got boring really fast, in my opinion.

I can't believe Diane is actually fleeing the castle grounds. She doesn't have to since Catherine finally got what she wanted, thus far. I'm sure she won't be gone for long since she plans to come back. Legitimising Sebastian is no different then Tomas doing the same by writing to the Vatican. The problem was Diane doing it behind Henry's back, which is also treason. So many political strategies here to guarantee a person's safety in the royal court.

That ending =O!! I am glad she rode off on horseback with Sebastian by her side. Huge statement, but he is on the run anyway because of what his mother Diane. I am sure they will come back, it's all a matter of time. Mary still has to marry Francis no matter what. The only change will probably be whether or not it is a loveless marriage. Francis yelling her name and partially chasing after her down the trail was heart wrenching; that moment made my jaw drop!

Very excited for the rest of the season. I can't explain how happy I am that the show got picked up for a full season. This was a wonderful cliffhanger just in case it didn't get viewers, but wow every episode was made very well! Definitely watch it if you don't mind forgetting they majority of the court is supposed to have French accents haha.

Reign 1.07 Left Behind

Reign 1.07 Left Behind

After this, I can dislike Francis a little less for his actions in the previous episode. Tony Regbo is astounding in his role as the brave prince. It's the classic hero at heart (avoiding the woman on the side Olivia haha) who will do anything for his country and the family he loves. Pure characteristics of a desirable king-to-be. 

I didn't see that Naples invasion tonight. I had my suspicions since it was an unannounced visit immediately following King Henry leaving. It was like a scene out of The Borgias, which totally brought me back to how gory and vivid that show used to portray all their war and fight scenes. I'm telling you right now it's scary stuff, just in case you haven't watched that series. 

I don't like how Bash was locked up in the jail cells for the entire episode. I was hoping he'd go all magical creature of the night and fight some of the guards off, or even save half the castle. Then again, his mother paid the guard to keep him alive. Not a good idea. If the turn out was Francis dying (which doesn't happen historically), Diana would want Bash to be successor to the throne. Catherine would have a hissy fit of course, but she really has her own agenda. 

Where was Nostradamus?! He's usually by Catherine's side and should've been around for this. There's no way he went off with Henry and his guards. He's no use to them and only serves Catherine's side. He better not be praising in the woods. 

I have to wait until next year for the rest of the season now :( it looked like the show was prepared just in case it didn't pick up, and ended the episode with Francis and Mary together. At least it tied up the most important loose end before entering the rest of the season.

It's been a great first half and I can't wait to see the rest :)

Reign 1.06 Chosen

Reign 1.06 Chosen
We finally have a Sebastian centered episode (sort of)! I am glad they've touched upon his spiritual powers, the Pagan belief and how he inherits it from his mother, Diane. The writers finally explain what goes on in the forests on the palace grounds, but I don't understand why there isn't control over there. I think they must be runaways who overrun the forest, even though the kingdom is Catholic. The rebellion must be strong if they're hiding all over the castle.

Surprise guest appearance by Christopher Redman (Graceland, Arrow) and I wish he stuck around. The scenes he did with Bash were really intense. It looks like Bash really cares for Mary and I've been wanting for him to take a bigger role in standing for her.

I want to say Bash will use his powers for good, but I can see a jealous Francis provoking him into doing something else in the future episodes. It must be a mixture of his love for Mary and King Henry loving Bash more than Francis.

Not the greatest of episodes, but a significant wedge is driven between Francis and Mary. I am hoping Mary stands her ground like in the previous episode and gets to the bottom of Queen Catherine's plans.