X-Men 97 Season 2 Finale Spoilers Review, A Messy Unsatisfying End?
Summary
Hosts Taylor Field and Dylan review the X-Men '97 Season 2 finale, criticizing it as rushed and lackluster compared to the acclaimed first season. They debate the controversial decision to kill Gambit to stop Apocalypse, with Taylor supporting Cable’s utilitarian choice while the other host favors Scott’s moral stance. The discussion also covers the show’s writing changes, the underwhelming "Apocalypse Gambit" design, and hopes for a cohesive Season 3.
Topics discussed
Sponsors and Intro
Host Banter and MCU Golden Geeks
Season 2 Finale Critique: Pacing and Weight
Comparing Season 1 and Season 2 Quality
Writer Changes and Character Underutilization
Season Finale Cliffhanger and Future Plans
Breakfast Chat and Banter
Rogue's Celestial Power and Sacrifice
Morph's Powers and Doc Ock Mechanics
Gambit's Assassination and Stamina Debate
Cable vs. Cyclops: The Apocalypse Debate
Sponsors and Ad Break
Doc Ock Claws and Gambit vs. Multiple Man
Apocalypse's Defeat and Future Seasons
Nightcrawler's Faith and Departure
Cable's Regret and Lack of Resolution
Mystique, Valerie Cooper, and New Brotherhood
Sponsors and Ad Break
Final Score and Season 3 Hopes
Original Showrunner's Pitch vs. Final Product
Lost Storylines and Listener Engagement
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