Ian (a RUclipsr of Passion of the Nerd fame), calls certain episodes "candy episodes". They may not be the best, BUT they are enjoyable. You'll find several people in the comments who are familiar with his videos. Ian is still in the process of his Buffy Guide, Angel Guide, & Firefly Guide. I don't recommend watching any of them until you've finished the series though. Too many spoilers. ❤🧡💛💚💙💜
From my potentially flawed memory, the writer came up with the name Makita for the demon and thought it was original. Later he realised that it was the name of the camera grip equipment 😂
Prior to high school, starting at 1st grade kids are typically 6 turning 7 at some point during the school year, up through 8th grade where kids are 13 turning 14. High school is grades 9-12, so high school freshmen are typically 14-15, sophomores 15-16, juniors 16-17, and seniors 17-18. At this point, not having had her birthday yet, Buffy is 16.
In high school, freshmen are 14-15, sophomore 15-16, junior 16-17, senior 17-18 and the same labels are used for college! Buffy is 16 still because her birthdays are usually an episode ❤ love your reactions sm
@@JabberwockyReacts Yes it is! That part is my favorite part of the episode too. I love your content. Watching your videos always makes my day, thank you 😊
@@JabberwockyReacts It also makes Willow Buffy's advocate in terms of how she feels. Buffy can't go off on Giles (mentor) or Angel (boyfriend). So Willow takes the position.
The age difference between Tom and Buffy isn't the problem. That's around five years. The big deal is he is legally of consent and Buffy is legally not. Angel (without vampire age taken into account) is in the same boat as Tom as Buffy's mom acknowledges in the episode _Angel._ She, Buffy's mom, who doesn't know about vampires and therefore doesn't even know the vampire aspect of it all recognized Angel as too old for her underage daughter.
a lot of states have "romeo and juliet" laws, but california relies solely on prosecutorial discretion to keep the older half of dual-seventeen couples out of prison during the time between their birthdays.
@@sirmoonslosthismind SPOILERS THROUGH SEASON THREE Not going to jail doesn't exclude it's overall statutory aspects. That's why I have issue with Angel even as a vampire who no one is going to arrest considering who is charge of the police in Sunnydale (Richard Wilkins III). Angel commits wrong-doing with Buffy one way or the other, and whether punished or not. Same goes for Tom on whether he's punished or not. And in California age of consent is eighteen. Seventeen is still underage in that state.
@@Buffy8Fan It’s also against the law to have sex with a dead person. If Angel goes to jail for breaking the law, then Buffy is right next to him. You can’t apply human laws to the supernatural world which has an entirely different set of circumstances.
"Monster of the week" - yes. "Filler" - maybe. But I always liked this episode. We git so many good Cordelia scenes/lines. If you don't have the best storyline for an episode just give Cordelia more screen time and it will still be an episode above average.
I've just come across your channel and have been catching up with your Buffy reactions. I follow a couple of Buffy reactors (it's a crowded field) and I've really been enjoying your thoughtful, funny reactions and how much you're really loving the series and finding good things to say even about episodes that many fans don't like. (I watched the series when it first came out so it's fun experiencing it through fresh eyes all these years later) Subscribed and looking forward to following your adventures watching the series.
Freshman=9th grade=14-15 typically Sophomore=10th grade=15-16 typically Junior=11th grade= 16-17 typically Senior= 12th grade= 17-18 typically. College is different, but it essentially follows the same pattern. So, Buffy is 16, and the guy is likely 21 or 22.
There are only a few “bad” episodes and you’ve already got past a few of them - teachers pet, I robot you Jane, and some assembly required are among the lowest-ranked of the whole show. Personally, I love the “bad” episodes at this point in my fandom, bc I know the show so well that I can just revel in the cheesiness, enjoy the great character moments, and ignore the irritating parts. I think they’re a little more painful for reactors on a first-time viewing 😂 My personal favorite “bad” episode marks off at least 3 of your bingo chart options! Lol
I agree with your thoughts on predictability; IMO, when done well, a plot line should be entirely predictable, bordering on obvious…in retrospect. It should click into perfect place precisely when it has to but not before. I’m not a writer, but I have to imagine that’s a tricky beast to wangle. A note on this one: it feels as thought it may have been at least partially inspired by the Skull and Bones secret society in the US (it has a Wikipedia article, if you’re interested). I’ve no earthly idea how well known it is outside the States, so figured I’d mention it. Cheers.
Maybe things are different than they used to be, or maybe its different cultures. When I was in high school, in Canada, in the early 90s, it was rare to find a girl that was 16, or over, that was dating a guy still in high school. The norm was a 2-3 year difference. Up to 5 years, wasn't commented on, if the girl was over 16, but more than that and people would talk.
Sorry for falling into the “hrny lesbian” trope, but I just gotta say Jabber is lookin mighty fine today 🤷♀️💅 (is hrny a taboo word on YT? Idk what’s allowed here 😒) ngl I look forward to these reactions more than I thought I would lol I started out like “yeah she’s fun, I’ll throw some of these on during lunch or something” but now I’m like “Wooh! Jabber uploaded 😁”
There is no genre more predictable than romance. Boy meets girl (or whatever, these day). They go through difficulties, usually involving misunderstandings as well as external challenges. And they end upbtogether in the end in a "happily ever after". If you don't have those, you don't have a romance. And no genre sells as well either. Most "best seller" lists explicitly exclude romance because otherwise they'd list nothing else. Predictability is not a downcheck provided the ride is appealing enough.
Machida (that's the serpentine demon's name) is reminiscent of a similar monster from a contemporary show that WAS derived from mythology. That may have been a coincidence, but I have my suspicions. ... You're entirely on the money when you defend shiws being either "predictable" or "monster of the week." Especially since the only way to keep a show from being truly "predictable" at all is to have the characters never do anything either logical or fun to watch.
Hey, I've only been subscribed for a day and I already got a heart for my comment from Jabberwocky! 😀 Then I edited to correct a typo I made, and it caused the heart to disappear. 😫
In response to the age thing in America at least legally there are some states where 16-19 would be legal and some where they would be illegal, and opinions very quite a bit. They call them Romeo and Juliet laws here and each state has a different standard
A filler monster of the week on an episode to be honest. Cordelia kinda steals the show here, but the metaphor being when young and innocent be wary of older more experienced people. Giles recognises he has to ease Buffy into her role instead of pushing her. Much better episodes to come.
Ian (a RUclipsr of Passion of the Nerd fame), calls certain episodes "candy episodes". They may not be the best, BUT they are enjoyable. You'll find several people in the comments who are familiar with his videos. Ian is still in the process of his Buffy Guide, Angel Guide, & Firefly Guide. I don't recommend watching any of them until you've finished the series though. Too many spoilers. ❤🧡💛💚💙💜
My favorite term for them is actually “side quests” from a youtuber named Veggie Gamer
@@jjlonsdale5971 I just started watching his Buffy reactions!!! ❤🧡💛💚💙💜
I believe she broke the record ( which she already held) 😅for the # of times someone used the word "Babe" in a single reaction 😅
I assure you, I will break it again. 😅
@@JabberwockyReacts 😆😆 I'm sure 🙂
From my potentially flawed memory, the writer came up with the name Makita for the demon and thought it was original. Later he realised that it was the name of the camera grip equipment 😂
Makita makes a lot of money in the camera grip equipment industry. The recent strikes has hurt him though.
There's a Makita brand of tools, like hand-held drills and lawnmowers. So maybe the same company.
Prior to high school, starting at 1st grade kids are typically 6 turning 7 at some point during the school year, up through 8th grade where kids are 13 turning 14. High school is grades 9-12, so high school freshmen are typically 14-15, sophomores 15-16, juniors 16-17, and seniors 17-18. At this point, not having had her birthday yet, Buffy is 16.
Makita is the name of a tool company; they make drills nail guns and belt sanders.
In high school, freshmen are 14-15, sophomore 15-16, junior 16-17, senior 17-18 and the same labels are used for college! Buffy is 16 still because her birthdays are usually an episode ❤ love your reactions sm
American high school. Jabberwocky is from Australia. Unless I'm wrong, they don't have the same type of age-based school ranking.
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they don't, and @colleendooley3689 knows that, thus the explanation.
The next episode is one of my all time favorites, and not just because Ally looks gorgeous in it... though she does.
I love willow going off on Angel and Giles.
It was so nice to see her gain the courage to step out of her comfort zone to speak up, favourite part of the episode tbh!
@@JabberwockyReacts Yes it is! That part is my favorite part of the episode too. I love your content. Watching your videos always makes my day, thank you 😊
@@amishacook7240 Aww, thank you!! I'm glad I can bring a little sunshine 😅
@@JabberwockyReacts It also makes Willow Buffy's advocate in terms of how she feels. Buffy can't go off on Giles (mentor) or Angel (boyfriend). So Willow takes the position.
Willow just showing off why she's my favorite character in the show.
The age difference between Tom and Buffy isn't the problem. That's around five years. The big deal is he is legally of consent and Buffy is legally not. Angel (without vampire age taken into account) is in the same boat as Tom as Buffy's mom acknowledges in the episode _Angel._ She, Buffy's mom, who doesn't know about vampires and therefore doesn't even know the vampire aspect of it all recognized Angel as too old for her underage daughter.
a lot of states have "romeo and juliet" laws, but california relies solely on prosecutorial discretion to keep the older half of dual-seventeen couples out of prison during the time between their birthdays.
@@sirmoonslosthismind SPOILERS THROUGH SEASON THREE
Not going to jail doesn't exclude it's overall statutory aspects. That's why I have issue with Angel even as a vampire who no one is going to arrest considering who is charge of the police in Sunnydale (Richard Wilkins III). Angel commits wrong-doing with Buffy one way or the other, and whether punished or not. Same goes for Tom on whether he's punished or not. And in California age of consent is eighteen. Seventeen is still underage in that state.
@@Buffy8Fan
i'm not sure how you can continue making that argument. you're essentially saying that the majority of california children are criminals.
@@Buffy8Fan It’s also against the law to have sex with a dead person. If Angel goes to jail for breaking the law, then Buffy is right next to him. You can’t apply human laws to the supernatural world which has an entirely different set of circumstances.
I love that you point out that an invitation was actually given @30:57
"Monster of the week" - yes. "Filler" - maybe. But I always liked this episode. We git so many good Cordelia scenes/lines. If you don't have the best storyline for an episode just give Cordelia more screen time and it will still be an episode above average.
I've just come across your channel and have been catching up with your Buffy reactions. I follow a couple of Buffy reactors (it's a crowded field) and I've really been enjoying your thoughtful, funny reactions and how much you're really loving the series and finding good things to say even about episodes that many fans don't like. (I watched the series when it first came out so it's fun experiencing it through fresh eyes all these years later) Subscribed and looking forward to following your adventures watching the series.
Freshman=9th grade=14-15 typically
Sophomore=10th grade=15-16 typically
Junior=11th grade= 16-17 typically
Senior= 12th grade= 17-18 typically.
College is different, but it essentially follows the same pattern. So, Buffy is 16, and the guy is likely 21 or 22.
The age difference with the frat boy is about 5 years.
Cordy, just be yourself. Don't do fake laughing and don't pretend to be someone else. just, be the person that you are 👍
There are only a few “bad” episodes and you’ve already got past a few of them - teachers pet, I robot you Jane, and some assembly required are among the lowest-ranked of the whole show.
Personally, I love the “bad” episodes at this point in my fandom, bc I know the show so well that I can just revel in the cheesiness, enjoy the great character moments, and ignore the irritating parts. I think they’re a little more painful for reactors on a first-time viewing 😂
My personal favorite “bad” episode marks off at least 3 of your bingo chart options! Lol
I agree with your thoughts on predictability; IMO, when done well, a plot line should be entirely predictable, bordering on obvious…in retrospect. It should click into perfect place precisely when it has to but not before. I’m not a writer, but I have to imagine that’s a tricky beast to wangle.
A note on this one: it feels as thought it may have been at least partially inspired by the Skull and Bones secret society in the US (it has a Wikipedia article, if you’re interested). I’ve no earthly idea how well known it is outside the States, so figured I’d mention it. Cheers.
Maybe things are different than they used to be, or maybe its different cultures. When I was in high school, in Canada, in the early 90s, it was rare to find a girl that was 16, or over, that was dating a guy still in high school. The norm was a 2-3 year difference. Up to 5 years, wasn't commented on, if the girl was over 16, but more than that and people would talk.
Dude is like 22 to Buffy’s 16, so yeah… no. Though much closer in age than her actual love interest…
Sorry for falling into the “hrny lesbian” trope, but I just gotta say Jabber is lookin mighty fine today 🤷♀️💅 (is hrny a taboo word on YT? Idk what’s allowed here 😒)
ngl I look forward to these reactions more than I thought I would lol I started out like “yeah she’s fun, I’ll throw some of these on during lunch or something” but now I’m like “Wooh! Jabber uploaded 😁”
There is no genre more predictable than romance. Boy meets girl (or whatever, these day). They go through difficulties, usually involving misunderstandings as well as external challenges. And they end upbtogether in the end in a "happily ever after". If you don't have those, you don't have a romance.
And no genre sells as well either. Most "best seller" lists explicitly exclude romance because otherwise they'd list nothing else.
Predictability is not a downcheck provided the ride is appealing enough.
Xander is braiding Willows hair too, and he's better at it than Buffy.
Machida (that's the serpentine demon's name) is reminiscent of a similar monster from a contemporary show that WAS derived from mythology. That may have been a coincidence, but I have my suspicions. ... You're entirely on the money when you defend shiws being either "predictable" or "monster of the week." Especially since the only way to keep a show from being truly "predictable" at all is to have the characters never do anything either logical or fun to watch.
Hey, I've only been subscribed for a day and I already got a heart for my comment from Jabberwocky! 😀 Then I edited to correct a typo I made, and it caused the heart to disappear. 😫
In response to the age thing in America at least legally there are some states where 16-19 would be legal and some where they would be illegal, and opinions very quite a bit. They call them Romeo and Juliet laws here and each state has a different standard
Anyone else notice that the men Buffy has an interest in (other than Angel) look a bit like her father Hank?
Not the best episode, but they can't all be the best....
A filler monster of the week on an episode to be honest. Cordelia kinda steals the show here, but the metaphor being when young and innocent be wary of older more experienced people. Giles recognises he has to ease Buffy into her role instead of pushing her. Much better episodes to come.
I've got a bit of news about Giles for you... you'll start to discover it soon enough.