An overwhelming episode with so much to cover, but let’s start by talking about the way Marley’s own actions have led it to this point…and just how tragically and criminally flawed its latest approach to Paradis is.

The Eren Jaeger of Season 4 has become very popular indeed amongst the fandom. The acclaim is well-deserved…but has it come later than it should’ve? I’d certainly say so.

In this episode, we’ll talk about: Falco’s confession to Gabi, parallels to the previous seasons, some cultural details I picked up on, and finally that Pieck scene so many fans wanted.

Has Falco been recruited to Team Paradis? Or…does he simply believe himself to be helping a young wounded veteran—his newest friend—correspond with his family?

After 3 seasons of pursuing our beloved boy, Marley’s finally gotten its wish: Eren Jaeger is within its borders. What is Eren there for—revenge or recruitment?

Alongside other topics, we’ll be looking at parallels in both storyline and character type when it comes to current-day Marley and the events we’ve already seen take place in Paradis.

Marleyan history touches upon Greek mythology, a friendly face from the East saves the day for Udo, and coded conversations expose the crumbling foundations of Marley’s position of power.

For the Jaegers, family drama is a wee bit more intense than average. What happens when a young undercover operative meets a grandparent who doesn’t even know he exists?

A man with death in his eyes finally reveals himself.

Five years, then another four. But what a difference this time around. If they say eyes are the window to the soul.…

A grasshopper, a tarot card, and a tree all walk into a bar.…