Season 1

Lauren shows us who the Purple Hyacinth was, and we understand just how awful it was to encounter him, and how surprising his offer is. The police discuss the meaning of the Purple Hyacinth, and Lauren, thinking of those pivo...

We open with a bar in a seedy neighborhood, where we meet some boastful and drunk Phantom Scythe members. Their conversation shows us that they are none too refined. The Purple Hyacinth walks in, and fear strikes all hearts ...

Yuwa and Ulaan arrive at the camp, and Yuwa very quickly puts the pieces together. Her reaction is violent and hateful, and Ulaan takes it. Their altercation is interrupted by a cornrowed warrior, and Yuwa takes in the revere...

Lauren returns to her worried colleagues, who take a break from their bickering to ask about her encounter with the murderer. Lauren is surprised by their level of concern, but understands once she enters the crime scene and ...

We open with the murderer staring wide eyed at Lauren, his blade nicking her throat. For some mysterious reason, he refrains from killing her. Lauren takes advantage of his hesitation and kicks him in the face, knocking him t...

We open with an introduction to the terrorism plaguing Ardhalis, all from a group called the Phantom Scythe. Lauren joins her colleagues Will and Kym at the crime scene, where a Mrs. Grayson was murdered. Before they can do t...

Yuwa faces off a rabid dog on her own, showing bravery despite fear. Ulaan meanwhile is ensconced in a dream with his own dog, a parallel whose meaning we discuss. Ulaan shows his soft side with his caring for the …

A lot of action happening! Ulaan is impressed with Yuwa's independence, and Yuwa rejoins with threats of murder. Nice work. They get their needs taken care of, and Ulaan shows his thoughtfulness by washing her cloak. We then ...

They say first impressions are everything, and we sure get a great one of our main male lead! (Just kidding. Too much blood.) Earlier in the day, Lauren goes on a date with a douchebag. Kym saves her with clownery, …

We begin with an intriguing introduction to the prologue featuring a pistol and flowers, which sets the tone for the entire webtoon. We are then barreled straight into a gripping action scene where we meet our protagonist,...

Ulaan has some tough words for Yuwa, but Yuwa shows some fierceness of her own - and Ulaan digs it. 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗮'𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗲𝘀! https://www.instagram.com/darlaamami/ 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝘁𝘆'𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝗻 𝗳𝗶𝗰! https://archiveofourown.org/users/la...

In which the mysterious lone soldier shows his strength and single handedly fends off 40 bandits. But can he handle their "leader"? 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗔𝗶𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗲'𝘀 𝗧𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵! https://m.twitch.tv/feministcritique/profile 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗶'𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝗻...

We kick off our first episode of Asura's Bride! We learn about the dilemma facing the Shan Kingdom, and how the 4th princess volunteers to save her kingdom. However, a group of bandits causes a change of plan, followed by …

Poppy does a neat save with a very... unconvincing line. We flashback to an incredibly moving and affirming message by way of necklace allegory. Tora hints at kissu times with his fingers, and the groups makes their way out o...

What an episode! We begin with some steaminess, which is abruptly halted by Poppy putting on the brakes. Poppy tries to explain herself, and Tora is hurt. They talk about a frog, and Poppy extends an olive branch - which …

Poppy gives Tora a mini-makeover and we're digging it, Gyu shows up and shows off, there is a Cinderella moment that makes us all quiver, and Erdene and Damien take it to another level. We discuss the meaning behind Ishrikhar...

Jacob gives Tora and Poppy some much needed alone time, during which they banter and engage in some honest (and hilarious) truth telling. Erdene goes for the kill, and some other bad dudes do too. Tora makes us take out …

The day after the birthday bash, Damien finds himself nerve-wracked as he tries to call the blue-haired Goddess. *** This fan fiction was written after Episode 54, the first episode in the club. You can read it on A03. https:...

In which Poppy and Tora engage in a game of hide and seek, Quincy quickly flashes his his steel core, we flash back to a very attractive and blood splattered teenage Tora, and get to see baby Gyu, Pinky, and …

We discuss the allegory of the cave and its significance. We rave over Erdene and Poppy's communication. We fan girl over her dress. We hold the bucket for Tora's drool, and of course, we fall in love with our poor …

Poppy, Tora, and Quincy continue their difficult conversation. Quincy tones down his usual ebullience and speaks openly, Poppy gives them both emotional space, and Tora manages to stay put. We discuss why Tora would avoid Po...

Tora goes along with Poppy's attempted defense; Poppy and Erdene talk it out; Quincy unveils his grand (matchmaking) plan; Jacob joins the clothes shopping crew (we're hoping for a boy band); Mr. Lam reveals why he went along...

Tora does what he does best - intimidate. And who better to intimidate than hapless Jacob? Who may be less innocent than he appears, at least in the snack stealing department. Quincy hatches another "brilliant" matchmaking sc...

We gain an understanding of Benjamin's motivations; we learn who his mother is, and discuss his "suicide mission." We discuss sex work extensively, the shame that Benjamin and Candy both feel, and Candy's possible clan entang...

Poppy fulfills all our dreams and gives Tora her lap and hair scratches. Tora then falls into an amazing dream sequence, and we analyze the heck out of it. Many people's inputs were involved. Botticelli makes an appearance. S...

We are melted. Tora demonstrates that he is an excellent human being, and gives Poppy the credence and validation she didn't get from a certain crudball cough Julri. Insane tenderness ensues, and Poppy drives Tora against a w...

Poppy rescues Tora from a disturbing nightmare and enters the forbidden forest. Even in his weakened state, Tora mercilessly teases Poppy with his sexual innuendo. Poppy goes to extreme measures to keep things under wrap, but...

We discuss Quincy's unexpected strength and possible reasons for his abrupt personality switch, as well as theorize on Tora's reaction to Poppy showing up at his door and why he might feel certain ways. (Not those kinds of wa...

Quincy's magnificent water spout and not so magnificent over the top lies: we break down what Quincy was thinking, what Tora was thinking, and what Poppy was thinking. We rant approvingly about ads (hint: they fund art!). We ...

The evening is a giant clusterfreak. Tora flips out about Poppy's presence, Cordy flips out at Tora's treatment of Poppy, Poppy flips out that no one is taking her seriously, and Quincy flips out when he realizes he signed hi...

Gil is King of the Shade, Master of the Creep, and other assorted appellations. Poppy feels a sudden tug for her Tora, and we feel a sudden tug for Quinceton, who is both hot and heartbreaking at the same time. …

Turns out the Big Three have a group chat; Gyu tries to figure Tora out; Uncle Fred is a big old sweetheart, but so is Tora; and Gil is shady AF.

So much to cry over, so much to laugh over! Poppy cries over the airplane letter, Granny exerts her subtle guilting powers, Julri's manhood is threatened, and Tora can't handle how he can't handle. Darla's thirst does not dis...

In which our hearts collectively shatter in a million pieces, which plummet over the cliff where Poppy and Tora are nestling.

In which we melt into a gooey puddle talking about braids and Poppy and Tora's bantering, soul-baring conversation.

Tora turns to Poppy as his healthy self-soothing mechanism; Poppy takes a bold step and asks him out; they drive to a secluded dark spot; and Poppy takes out her secret weapon (literally). Also, they tease each other endlessl...

We analyze Tora's amazing power plays and ability to remain calm in the face of Vincent's volatility. We also bemoan his depressing apartment and admire a newly revealed ability. Could you be any more awesome, Tora? We also d...

And we reach the moment! In which pinnacles are attained, yeets are yeeted, and respect is given.

In this podcast, we discuss Gyu and Tora's open conversation and Tora and Poppy's rooftop confrontation.

Trevor has an altercation that makes him regret his life choices; the entire fandom collectively faints at the ministrations of a certain tongue; Tora is forced into an unpleasant memory; the purchase of strawberry related me...

Poppy decides to do some reading... for research! But it's getting hot in there and she needs to take it to the roof. Her creativity and kindness make an appearance, as does a certain shrouded figure...

A flashback reveals just how hot and bothered Tora was at the dinner; another flashback reveals just how much Julri deserves to be in the MPL trashpile list; and Mr. Lam shows us that mistakes can be owned and redeemed. …

Tora keeps an eye on Poppy, and Jacob keeps an eye on le Greek God. We meet Gil and learn about Giant Goldfish's financial troubles. Poppy meets with Mr. Lam, and we learn why Poppy relates to Tora and that …

Tora thinks the unthinkable; Poppy once again is living in denial; we all discuss our "coming home" moment with our partners; Poppy gives Tora the meal of a lifetime and there is some reparenting. Just for fun, we run through...

Tora relives his nightmares for Poppy and then proceeds to give Poppy nightmares with his cautionary tales; he then melts all our hearts with his bare faced admission of how love-starved he is. (OK, he didn't exactly say it t...

Poppy's exuberant reaction to the good news is a bit... overwhelming for Tora and his juices; Tora's analysis of Poppy's modern art reveals his inner workings; Poppy is ashamed to admit to any feelings behind the hug; and Tor...

Tora continues to clutch Poppy's hand; Quincy innocently begins machinations to get Poppy and Tora alone together: Tora says the line he knows will get a rise out of Poppy; and Poppy and Tora share a cute domestic experience,...

In which we analyze Quincy's reliance on Tora, drool over Tora's protective anger at Poppy's recklessness, wonder about the meaning of the third life that was saved, and drool once again at the (BADUMP) hand-holding.

Poppy obfuscates to Tora in the cab; Quincy has Tora beta-read for his "sizzling hot romance;" Poppy contemplates how she got Benjamin into this mess and her own blinding desire for success; and it's game over for Tora.

Candy is disappointed, and so is Claude. Claude learns more about Tora from Shing Ma, who leaves us hanging about what Tora experienced as a youngster and WHAT WAS IN THAT BLURRED SPEECH BUBBLE. Scharch is a psycho (surprise!...