Alloyed (S01E08)

I was happy to see that the creators got the color of the gems in the rings right. Plus, I was also impressed by Gorthaur's alter ego, as the creators (quite unexpectedly for me) stuck to the book's original concept that the Enemy was behind the idea of the Rings, and he infiltrated among the elves in one of his forms. Although he was supposed to resemble an elf for this purpose, it didn't bother me because it worked within the context. Despite the long dialogues and slow shots, everything seemed to be on the right track until things shifted after the feminist visit from Rhun and the rather melodramatic ending with the harfoots. That really dampened my good mood. / Lesson learned: Banging a fool's head against a rock a few times might get them talking, but you'd better not let anyone see you doing it in case something goes wrong. (29.08.2023)

One of the few episodes where something really happens. Some characters will finally get clear outlines and a supporting story framing, probably for a second season, if there is one. Of course, how and where the main plot around the evil lord takes off is questionable at best, but more likely ridiculous. A script with a Hercule Poirot-like reveal, all in the wanna be most epic and costly series of all time. (18.04.2023)