A Eulogy for The Magicians, Part 2: Magic Comes From Pain

What a silver fucking lining, right? It’s kind of a tricky concept and one which is thrown around on the show with far too little explanation or examination. Does it mean that every single magician is always in pain? Are those who are in more pain thus more powerful magicians? What does studying have to…… Continue reading A Eulogy for The Magicians, Part 2: Magic Comes From Pain

Rewatching Buffy: Season Five

Season five of Buffy is my second favorite, behind the third season.  It’s more consistent than seasons two or four, but the overall story arc (and the main villain) pale in comparison to season three.Dawn Finally Arrives/Origins of the SlayerThis is probably an unpopular opinion, but I liked the addition of Dawn to the cast. …… Continue reading Rewatching Buffy: Season Five