Mythic Quest
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Theres little of the formers focus on the mental toll of isolation.
), we learn that a prosperous kingdom was once infiltrated by a mysterious, soul-sucking darkness.
Needless to say, there are parallels to real life.
Seriously, guys, like this whole year has been pretty much shit.
The centerpiece of the episode is a tournament modeled on the one from the game.
But Ian for once doesnt assign himself the heros role.
(Thats how David managed to win last year.)
Its a way to inspire the crew, to show that even weaklings can save the day.
Dana pairs with her fellow tester and love interest Rachel, while Jo gets saddled with David.
She plays too rough, even with David, who furiously quits after receiving more friendly fire.
But just when victory seems most assured, Brad hits Dana with a blunted arrow from across the room.
I guess sometimes evil wins, Brad says with a chuckle.
As in season one and the first special, Ian and Poppys partnership is the heart of the show.
Throughout the episode, they have been figuring out what exactly cocreative directors looks like.
Even Poppy struggles with it: Wow, it is really easy to do that.
You did it, Poppy says, looking at Ian with admiration as the dust settles.
Wedid it, he movingly corrects her.
A new day dawns, indeed.
This episode is low on F. Murray Abraham as C.W.
Longbottom, who video-calls in to serve as master of ceremonies.
His ego is a lot stronger than his immune system, Poppy explains.
Brad dissing Davids Ulbrecht the Pure costume: So youre a virgin.
I thought this was a fantasy thing.
Carol from HR takes a break from strict professionalism to chug sangria as the Mistress of the Marsh.
Did anybody else think of the climactic LARP battle inRole Modelswhile watching this?
Jos reluctant then cheerful reaction to dying especially reminded me of the good-natured way theRole ModelsLARPers accept loss.
Seeing Danny Pudi as Brad, I cant help but wonder how Abed Nadir would react to all this.
(I have been rewatchingCommunity.)
David will besending links.
God, I miss people.
Jo shrieks as she prepares to eliminate Dana.
Jesus, Jo, Rachel says, pausing her fight with Brad.
Yeah, were dipping into some hate-crime territory over there, Brad adds.
Rachel also disapproves of Jos misogynistic Die, bitch!
revision, so Jo settles on just Die!
I cant believe Brad won!
Because this entire year has been one giant dumpster fire.
The shittest year of shittest years!
