3x11 Here I Go Again

I love it too much when shows experiment with loops, simulations and other shenanigans, so of course, I absolutely loved this episode. I'm just a sucker for anything that goes out of the ordinary, those always turn up to be the most creative stories hands down.

If I was on the ship, I definitely would have told her: "Person of Interest, If Then Else. Tell me that and I'll know!"

I feel like other than in her introductory episode, Zari had no real time to shine, really. In a show like Legends, with a huge cast, so much going on and just the sheer craziness of most of the show, there is a risk that someone is sort of just "in the background" and even though Zari has clearly been supporting the team, it was here when her personality and traits really took over. She was extremely likeable in this episode, and even though it falls heavily into the trope of "problematic character learns to love the team" (as has been pointed out in other comments here) it was so much fun to watch, so enjoyable.

Gideon showing up, and the explanation of all that happened (Gary included) was so ridiculous, yet so true to what this show would do, I had such a grin at that point. And then that scene towards the end, with Zari playing the violin and the rest of the team showing up, was perfection. It's one of those moments where just you sit back, take it all in. God, I love this show.

And now we have Wally to look forward to. Really curious to see what happens there.

Man, how great was that? God bless this magnificent show. I love when a show adopts this level of self-awareness and campiness, and what's even funnier, it really works even though the plot might seems to be stupid. Moreover, Legends has a tendency to make me laugh like a maniac at one scene with all its non-sensicallity and almost bring me up to tears in the scene immediately after.

I loved Zari. And with love I really mean LOVE. Capital letters. I just enjoy her character way too much. I loved her a lot in "Phone Home" but tonight she just proved she's part of the team. Part of the family. I can't stop thinking of Jax's metaphor about putting a bunch of broken pieces together, and that's what Legends is.

I loved Zari's comments at the end. For a second there I actually bought that she was going to die and that we'd have Wally instead. Listening her talking about embracing the Legends as her family was so lovely and heartfelt. I just hope to get a group hug before the season ends. She needs to stay with the Legends. She gives zero fucks about everything and I love it. Also, can we talk about how great she was at being Hawkgirl? That mask was great. Zari was great and really belongs to the team: giant cuecards, snowball fight, dressing up as Rory and imitating... She's part of the team.

I do love me a good old time loop. And, although I was a bit upset when I realized that was no time loop at all, I've got to say thst it was used to great effect, narratively speaking. At the beginning I thought it's a time loop episode. Then just a bottle episode which so happened to be revolving around a time loop and then I realized its sole purpose was team-building.

That final twist was great, masterfully executed if you will, especially Gideon's explanation. So the bomb was just a plot device to get Zari to realizes needed to embrace the Legends and her family and stick with them through thick and thin. But you know what the best part was? That Gideon decided to include Gary in the trash compactor nonetheless because she "thought it'd be funny". I honestly believe that's the writer's philosophy while writing an episode in a nutshell. I love all those meta jokes. However, it was fun to see Gideon getting revenge on Zari for messing with her programming. Gideon is everything. One minute she screws you up to the point that you decide to commit suicide (twice), and the next she's solving all your lifeproblems answering all your questions.

"Where'd you guys come from? We're you spying on me? Of course you were, I shouldn't say anything. Okay, I'll tell you everything! Constantine told me to kill Sara if Mallus ever takes control of her". Ray is too pure for this world. He's so freaking adorable no matter the time.

The Nate-Zari partnership was something I didn't know I needed until now. I really enjoyed them working together, especially Nate suggesting the fun montage. I also loved Nate's reaction to the time loop "it was only a matter of time before we did one of those". So meta.

As always, Rory was outstanding. I loved his reaction when Ray was stating the causes for Zari's predicament was hilarious. I also loved their laundry banter with Zari's funny cue cards I the background. Undoubtedly, one of the funniest parts of the episode. "Grunt" "Confused looks". So unexpectedly funny.

Gary randomly appearing in the trash compactor was one of the highlights of the episode. After this, no doubt Gary is an evil villain. We've never seen Gary and Mallus in the same room. Just saying.

The issues of the rest of the team were great. Nate and Amaya zoo sex; Sara and Ava flirting; Ray being Ray; and Rory writing sci-fi erotica, lol. Speaking of, with whom do I have to talk to get a copy of his novel? Seeing the camping of this show, I expect Rory to be promoting his novel across time and space. Honestly, we better get more of his novel. Better yet, make it an audiobook.

That ending scene was great. I was so happy to see Wally again. Can't wait for him to join the Legends. And it seems like he's finally going to be properly used and not only as a punching bag. Not only was it good to see Wally but Rip. Man, I missed his accent.

By the way, Rip has already won the hardest game of "Where's Wally?", lol.

Damn, I really fell behind on the DC shows. This whole university thing (that's right, your girl's getting that higher education, y'all!) and all the exams and tests that I had to study for in the last few weeks forced me to take a break from my normal TV watching schedule. But now I'm back, all caught up and ready to write some reviews!

So this was Zari's obligatory "new member of the team gets into a conflict with the others and has to learn a lesson" episode. I usually don't like those, but mixing it with a "Groundhog Day"-style time loop was a great idea and made it a lot more fun to watch. I've grown very fond of Zari since she was introduced. She's a cool character and it was a joy to see her bond with the other Legends (Nate in particular, what a great brOTP). Tala Ashe carried this episode brilliantly. The fun montage was so hilarious, especially Zari standing behind Ray and Mick with the cue cards.

Sara and Ava are so fucking cute, can they just be together already? Zari was basically me in this episode. She's our in-show Captain of the Avalance ship.

Mick writing sci-fi erotica was just amazing. Somehow it suits his character in a bizarre way, I can't explain it, but it's so absurd that it works.

Seeing Amy Pemberton is always a pleasure. I love that Gideon is a fully-fledged character with her own personality. Even though she's a disembodied voice most of the time, I'm as attached to her as to all the other characters. This show wouldn't be the same without her.

Wally West is going to join the Legends, isn't he? That's an interesting choice. I don't mind it. Since they clearly don't know what to do with him on The Flash, they might as well put him here.

I love this show so much. I get genuinely excited when I wake up in the morning and there's a new episode waiting for me. Watching Arrow and The Flash feels more like a chore sometimes, but LoT has been on an absolute roll for the last 2 seasons (and so is Supergirl this year) and I can't get enough of it.