In this episode of Arrow following the exploits of Star City’s Emerald Archer, there is actually very little archery. The episode picks right up where last week’s ended with Oliver and Felicity knocked back by an explosion set by Prometheus at their terminal. Oliver and Felicity are knocked more or less out of commission for most of this episode. The blast was an EMP that disables the chip in Felicity’s spine that allows her to walk. On the other hand, Oliver seriously injures himself after falling down the elevator shaft trying to escape. After much struggling, Team Arrow manages to break them out with the help of some upgraded T Spheres courtesy of ARGUS. The episode ends with Oliver and Felicity making amends and Prometheus finding Oliver’s son at his bus stop after school.
While this episode was light on plot, it was very heavy on character development which is where Arrow shines. The focus of this episode was on Oliver and Felicity. While I thought it would be annoying dangling another will-they-won’t-they story over the viewers, it was handled very well.
We always knew Felicity’s motivations from the get go as to why she broke off their engagement, but this episode clears up a few things on Oliver’s end. Oliver had never fully trusted Felicity before, but he always used the same excuse. He didn’t want her to become like him, which Felicity points out as being incredibly hypocritical. However, he himself finally understood why he didn’t want that when Prometheus kidnapped and tortured him a few episodes back. Prometheus broke Oliver by making him admit that he used to kill not because he had to but because he genuinely enjoyed it. While incredibly dark, it was a very well-written moment that the writers seemed to forget at the end of the next episode. It eventually comes back here with Oliver fessing up to Felicity, who he finally trusts with this information. Instead of backing away in horror, she brings him back to his senses showing him that anything he “admitted” to Prometheus in that time was coerced through torture and not true.
What didn’t work in this episode was the resolution of that character development. Oliver and Felicity had grown as characters to the point that they were able to have this adult conversation after over a year of ignoring it. However, Felicity ends the conversation of them getting back together on the equivalent of a “maybe”. This shows that not only is this will-they-won’t-they story going to continue even longer, it probably won’t go anywhere. This is a huge waste of the audience’s time and patience and negates a lot of the character development they just had in the very same episode.
I have mixed feelings about this episode. For one the episode was incredibly well acted and shot and the character development was nice to see. However, it felt like a waste of time since most of it won’t be applicable to the plot of the rest of the season. I’d still say overall it was a good episode, but it was definitely one of the weaker ones in this stellar fifth season of Arrow.
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Gaming
Sony is reportedly engaged in discussions to form a partnership for a potential bid on Paramount
There hasn’t been much buzz lately about any new acquisitions in the world of video game intellectual property. According to a recent report, Sony is currently engaged in discussions with a well-funded partner to potentially acquire the renowned film studio Paramount, along with all the exciting possibilities that come with such a merger.
As reported in the New York Times (thanks, ResetEra), Sony Picture Entertainment is reportedly in discussions with Apollo Global Management, an investment firm, as per two sources familiar with the matter. In the past, Apollo had made an offer to acquire Paramount for a minimum of $26 billion, but their bid was ultimately turned down.
The terms of the joint bid are currently under discussion, and there is a chance that the two parties may decide against making a formal offer. Unnamed sources have revealed that Paramount is currently in exclusive discussions with Skydance, preventing any official offer from being made at this time. Investor opposition to the recent deal that Skydance brought seems to have been significant.
Sony Pictures Entertainment and Apollo Global Management, an investment firm, have been in discussions about teaming up for a joint bid to acquire Paramount, people familiar with the situation said Thursday. https://t.co/qN86H4y7Va
— The New York Times (@nytimes) April 18, 2024
The potential impact of such an acquisition is immense. First and foremost, it would introduce adaptations of Sonic and Halo into the expanding media empire of the PlayStation platform holder. Following the announcement, Paramount’s stock experienced a significant 11% surge in after-hours trading.
What are your thoughts on the news? Is there a possibility of Sony acquiring Paramount? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.
Geek Culture
Fallout Season 2 has been confirmed as the show continues to captivate audiences, making it one of Amazon’s most-watched series
Amazon has just made the exciting announcement that a second season of the highly acclaimed Fallout TV adaptation is in the works. Fans can look forward to another thrilling installment of the series, which will be exclusively available on the Amazon Prime streaming service. Confirmation has arrived regarding the second batch of episodes for the series, following the acquisition of $25 million in Californian tax credits.
In just four days after its release, Fallout has already captivated audiences, quickly becoming one of Amazon Prime’s most-watched TV shows of all time. It has garnered immense popularity, rivaling even the acclaimed season of The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power.
Wouldn't want to keep you on the edge of your seat, now, would we?
See you back in the Wasteland for SEASON 2. pic.twitter.com/ULs6DEPHDW
— FALLOUT⚡️ (@falloutonprime) April 18, 2024
The Fallout TV show has caused a massive surge in sales for the newer games, resulting in a staggering 7,500% increase in purchases of Fallout 4 in Europe. Fallout 76, Fallout 3, and Fallout: New Vegas were also among the top 10 best-selling games across the continent last week. Next week, the highly anticipated PS5 version of Fallout 4 will be released, offering players an enhanced visual experience with new graphical modes. Additionally, players can look forward to exciting new content from the Creation Club.
Considering the potential for character development and narrative arcs, it would be intriguing to see where season two takes Lucy, Maximus, and The Ghoul. Without revealing any spoilers, it’s exciting to speculate on the possible directions their stories could go. We would greatly appreciate your feedback in the comments section.
In the ongoing conflict against the Automaton invasion fleet, the Helldivers 2 players have successfully halted their advance. However, the situation has now reached a tiresome stalemate. Yet again, the machines refuse to take a break from their relentless pursuit of progress, with reports emerging of the Factory Striders being deployed in record-breaking quantities.
There have been reports of alleged machines that were supposedly encountered during Operation Swift Disassembly, which was just the beginning of a larger campaign. However, these accounts should be taken with a grain of salt, as they are unverified and seem to be more on the imaginative side. Factory Striders have gained a reputation as formidable weapons platforms that can produce more Automatons while enduring significant damage. If the machines are able to withstand such a relentless assault, it will be necessary to develop innovative strategies.
Factory Striders have made a resurgence on the Automaton front. These imposing, massive support dreadnoughts now threaten freedom and democracy throughout the galactic rim. pic.twitter.com/XRTPU7k71s
— HELLDIVERS™ 2 (@helldivers2) April 16, 2024
Have you come across groups of Factory Striders in Helldivers 2? Which strategies are proving to be the most effective in taking down these armored brutes? The Orbital Railcannon Strike will prove to be a valuable asset in the comments section below.
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