The show runners at Arrowsimply get it. They understand the fan base and they understand in year two what took the producers of Smallville nearly its entire run to do. And that is simply to bring its DC mythology and its catalog of characters to life. I look forward to each and every Wednesday and this season has been nothing short of a thrill ride. Warning spoilers ahead…
I would say from the middle part of season one till last night’s Tremors episode, Arrow has laid the groundwork for a wealth of possibilities. Characters like Slade Wilson, Deadshot, Sebastian Blood and Black Canary have already become players in this universe. The recent mention of Ra’s al Ghul and the League of Assassins furthers such wealth. And now having Amanda Waller pay a visit to the imprisoned Bronze Tiger and referring to a “squad” she is putting together only wets the appetite. Let us not forget Roy and his red hoodie being trained by Oliver and seemingly looking more like Speedy from the comics than the affectionate nickname that Ollie gave to his sister Thea in season one. Oh, and did I mention Barry Allen?
Yes indeed, a wealth of possibilities. So far, so good. So far the show runners have had the Midas touch. Let’s hope it continues.
May the Dork be with you,
JPB
The Dork Knight