Monthly Archives: February 2011

Cradle of Hope – Xena and violence

Xena does the right thing inadvertently and puts down the murdering bastard of a king. She even throws in a free assassination of his richly deserving advisor. However, her past works against her when Kleon, the commander of the king’s … Continue reading

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Dreamworker – Xena and Ares

More is revealed about the Gods and one in particular. The chakram is a gift from Ares, a symbol of his that Xena wears and is famous for. She is indeed his favorite and likely was a champion or chosen. … Continue reading

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Dreamworker – the loss of innocence

The original episode was about picking up a weapon and losing your blood innocence. In 2.0 Gabrielle is a competent fighter and would tear thru the guards without any trouble. As for capturing her at knife point, good luck with … Continue reading

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Dreamworker – quotes

XENA “What do you say I take you away from Potidaea and into a life of adventure and danger? The food is lousy, the ground hard, the weather capricious, and Gods and men will stand against us. I promise you … Continue reading

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Dreamworker – Xena’s choice, Gabrielle’s pain

In the dreams, Gabrielle receives a rare gift, a perfect, happy childhood that ends with her marriage to Perdicus at a young age. Sadly, Xena is at the wedding and those things don’t end well. Xena goes for direct solution … Continue reading

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Dreamworker – Gabrielle and Anastasia, physical flirting

The story is as ancient as time. You meet the lass or lad that catches your eye, exchange clumsy or clever words and the courtship begins. However, Gabrielle is verbal made flesh and that approach did not feel right. I … Continue reading

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Dreamworker – Gabrielle the sexual innocent

Roll the tape in original Xena: Warrior Princess. In the second episode Gabrielle kisses the warlord and sits on his lap. In seventh she sleeps in the same bed with a man, but, say it with me, nothing happened (at … Continue reading

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Chariots of War – weapon is a tool, intent is human

Staff can kill and the result is messy and bloody – keep in mind it is a weapon. Whether blunt or sharp, there are no defensive or offensive weapons – it is the user that dictates the intent. Like any … Continue reading

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Chariots of War – Gabrielle and Xena, further thoughts

Gabrielle has an investment in Xena’s soul and making sure it does not turn any blacker, if such a thing was possible. I am just not sure that taking over the leadership and decision making on the team to take … Continue reading

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Chariots of War – Gabrielle and Xena

Xena is mostly reacting throughout this adventure, except for the jail rescue and even that is sour considering the body count. Gabrielle takes the reins and sets things in motion, playing both Xena and Sphaerus. Of particular interest here is … Continue reading

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