by InsaneSeagull » January 23rd, 2016, 8:59 am
OK, I watched this yesterday and... I'm impressed. Mostly. It's the best episode I've seen so far, and it really stated the high standards for the show.
To be honest, I didn't expect much. But I really loved Jasiri! I love how she constantly teases Kion throughout the episode, and I really enjoyed her sarcasm!
"Yes, I'm a hyena. You lions are soooo... clever." <3
Their friendship wasn't rushed. They actually both doubted each other most of the episode, but they overcame it somehow, but still - teased each other. When I read about "friendly hyena" concept, I expected something much different. She was still a typical hyena who loves to laugh and make fun of others, she just happens to have a bit of conscience and consideration of her surroundings. I was glad to hear "the other side of the story", since she's still an outcast, being an hyena, having to live in the Outlands and all. She really made me interested in the other hyenas, especially since she mentioned that most of them "respect the Circle of Life". I hope they'll appear sometime too.
Finally, the stereotypes of hyenas are vanishing! And I'm so happy because of that, because I always wished to see their lighter side.
Yes, I too was a bit annoyed by the fact that Kion's roar had to save the day again, but somehow... it didn't feel that bad this time. I mean, it's true that it could have gone without it, but he used it to avoid someone getting seriously hurt, and to save Jasiri. I don't like the "bragging" part of it though, and all the fuss they make about him being so special just because he can roar *Yes, Fuli, I understand how you feel*.
Another thing that bothered me much much more, and that I don't see that anyone mentioned here, was the misuse of Bunga's catchphrase! I mean "Zuka Zama, Kion's in trouble!". Let's face it, dude, it's creepy. I mean, wasn't that supposed to be your happy moto? It similar to how it would be if Timon screamed "Hakuna Matata" while Simba was endangered by Scar. Therefore, yes, it's misplaced. I mean, I know Bunga's name means "foolish person", but this is a bit too much.
That leads us to another topic - finding Flat Ridge Rock by other TLG members. I actually found it very enjoyable, and I'm glad we learned a bit more about each of other members. I really loved how Fuli handled the situation the whole time, and Ono. Neither of them disappointed me. Even if Fuli ran of in speed and left her friends, that was her only mistake, and she apologized for it. Apology accepted.
Bunga... well, he was still Bunga. Claiming that he knows the way just to make him look great. Yes, he was an awful leader, but I doubt he had bad intentions. He did seem to feel rather sorry for what he did. We'll see.
I'll probably re-watch this now. LOL