A Storm of Spoilers

This week, Storm of Spoilers is back to begin their next age of podcasting from Middle Earth as they prepare for the return of Rings of Power for Season 3. 

Last week, we Re-Ring'd Season 1, now it's time to turn our eye towards Season 2.

Da7e has another plot breakdown of middling accuracy of Rings of Power Season 2 on Amazon Prime, and only gets a little mad about the Grand Elf of it all. Neil points out how Season 2 manages to lean into the strengths of the television series.

Then they hand out superlative T...

This week, Storm of Spoilers is back to begin their next age of podcasting from Middle Earth as they prepare for the return of Rings of Power for Season 3. 

Up first, a look back at Season 1.

Da7e has a breakdown of what he can discern is the plot of the first season of Rings of Power on Amazon Prime, which aired back in 2022 and thought it was about the identity of "new" characters in the adaptation. Neil makes some great observations about how the advertising around this series probably set it up for a d...

This week, Da7e and Neil close out their coverage of season 1 of Lanterns!

In The Calm [06:22], they discuss the finale in-depth and measure how it fits into their own expectations, the hopes and dreams of the larger DC fandom, and the limitations of the current business of TV. They also explore all the ways in which the show hoodwinked Da7e with easter eggs and tiny details.

Then in The Storm [55:52], they peer through the looking glass into the multiverse of options for a theoretical season two and the future of the Green Lantern C...

This week, Da7e and Neil construct their thoughts on the penultimate episode of season one of HBO's Lanterns!

In The Calm [05:22], they unpack the fact that the show has pivoted from Bad Dads to Sad Dads, theorize about why the show chose to play the fight song for a specific college, and begin their advocacy for the inevitable Kelly MacDonald Emmy campaign.

Then in The Storm [43:42], it's time for predictions for what will happen in the finale, what (if any) ambitions the show has beyond a single season, and more.

Next week, L...

This week, Da7e and Neil follow the story of Lanterns back into the events of 2026 where there's a murder to solve, a gym teacher to confront, and more mysteries ahead...

In The Calm [04:08], they discuss the oddities at play in the fate of Hal Jordan. They also consider how John's new job and the show's insistence on mentioning Noah play into the potential endgame.

Then in The Storm [01:01:22], your faithful hosts unleash their new theories for the end of season one, the greater impact on the DCU movies, and what it could mean for f...

This week, Da7e and Neil are caught in the darkness cloud of an episode that feels like a season finale, even though they know that Lanterns must carry on for three-ish more hours.

In The Calm [05:36], they discuss the Very True Detective Thing of doing a midseason action finale. And they say goodbye (probably) to several of their multi-color Lantern theories.

Then in The Storm [48:30], your faithful hosts construct several new theories for what's in store in the final three episodes, at least one of which espouses radical ideology about Manhunter healthcare.

N...

This week, Da7e and Neil are having a very mature conversation about an episode of Lanterns called "The Weenie."

In The Calm [04:30], they revisit the conversation about John's parents as he evades being honest with them. They also dive into how John omitting information in his relationships has become a recurring theme. And they weigh in on the episode's multiple fake-out story and what it could mean going forward.

Then in The Storm [52:30], they learn to not sleep on a hyper-specific member of the greater universe of Lanterns as they ponder how many colors...

This week, Da7e and Neil are time-hopping through the origins of John Stewart and his complicated path toward Green Lantern candidacy.

In The Calm [04:58], they assess the show's levels of wokeness. And with the help of numerous emails from listeners, they continue to theorize about the Lanterns rings and the "imperfect system" of choosing candidates.

Then in The Storm [52:20], they attempt to predict how the rest of the season will be paced and whether there is a classic Damon Lindelof show narrative pivot right around the corner.

Next week, Lanterns returns with...

This week, Da7e and Neil are back in Rushville trying to determine who is human, who is extra-terrestrial, and who among any of them can be trusted as Lanterns rolls along.

In The Calm [05:50], your faithful hosts find enjoyment in a Kyle Chandler Side Quest and connect some dots to big names in the ever-expanding DCU story world. The also explain why Mogo isn't a fan of socializing.

Then in The Storm [38:46], it's theory time! Did this episode just introduce a few different kinds of Lanterns? Is there something deeper that makes John Stewart "d...

This week, Da7e and Neil have been pulled out of Westeros in a green bubble and asked whether they are afraid of a new Damon Lindelof show. The answer? Absolutely not.

In The Calm [05:10], they break down the pilot episode of Lanterns and highlight its many influences, from True Detective vibes to Fargo vibes to a promise of cosmic shenanigans. They also check in on some familiar tropes like Bad Dads, Time-hopping Mysteries, and Mythology Deconstructions.

Then in The Storm [48:04], your faithful hosts use their knowledge of the comics, the "Weeks Ahead" trailer, and lack...

This week, Da7e and Neil close out their coverage of House of the Dragon season 3 with a finale breakdown, season-ending awards, and a look ahead to Lanterns.

In The Calm [04:30], they discuss the big happenings at Tumbleton, assess whether George R.R. Martin is right about the butterflies, and hand out season 3 Georgie awards.

Then in The Storm [01:19:00], Neil attempts to lay out how Ryan Condal and co. will fit the rest of the story into eight episodes in the final season. And Da7e has thoughts about the next Damon Lindelof experience, which wi...

This week, Da7e and Neil are taking a bite out of the penultimate episode of House of the Dragon season 3.

In The Calm [06:30], they discuss the extensive happenings in the world of dragons, from new looks to new dragons to Riverlands scuffles. They also do their best to interpret Helaena's dragon dreams and analyze what they could mean for future adaptation changes.

Then in The Storm [01:05:32], Neil unleashed Tumbleton lore in an attempt to predict how the season finale will play out, including several predictions of unexpected character exits before the season comes to a...

This week, Da7e and Neil are trudging through the mud of the Riverlands as House of the Dragon continues to slog its way toward a season 3 conclusion.

In The Calm [04:54], they call for justice for one of the continent's coolest archers, find themselves perplexed by several adaptation choices, and attempt to place blame for the episode's structural problems.

Then in The Storm [01:06:38], the butterfly effect spreads its wings as Neil attempts to piece together the road ahead. Your faithful hosts also attempt to outline what's in store for the penultimate episode and the alleged 75...

This week, Da7e and Neil are back on schedule as House of the Dragon opens up secret passages and secret plots to set the table for the back half of the season.

In The Calm [06:42], Neil corrects the characterization of a famous Westerosi villain, Da7e has questions about Larys' tactics, and everyone is in support of dragons abandoning the search for Vhagar and flying toward freedom.

Then in The Storm [57:26], Neil explains the consequences of this week's big adaptation choices and Da7e scours the wikis for details about butchers and their balls.

This week, Da7e and Neil are headed to Tumbleton as House of the Dragon season 3 sets the table for the big battles to come.

In The Calm [06:42], they discuss Daemon's quandary in The Vale, Rhaenyra's paranoia and continued mistakes, and the fluctuating quality of dragon polygons. They also have many questions about Ormund and his aversion to smells.

Then in The Storm [01:10:40], they look ahead to the events promised in the back half of the season, including potentially multiple big battles, multiple pregnancy watches, and a triumphant moment for at least one character that n...

This week, Da7e and Neil are engaged in a series of walk-and-talks as Rhaenyra deals with matters of state following her big takeover of King's Landing.

In The Calm [05:00], they discuss the potential mistakes that Rhaenyra's new administration is making and consider whether Daemon has any good advice to offer. They also dig into the arrival of a smiling Manderly and complications between the Queen and The Faith.

Then in The Storm [54:32], a look at Tumbleton's place in the events to come and several predictions as to who may be raised up as Rhaenyra's...

This week, Da7e and Neil are surrendering immediately as Rhaenyra finally makes her way to toward that big spikey chair on House of the Dragon.

In The Calm [04:40], they analyze the show's shaky relationship with the concept of honor, discuss this episode's original purpose as a season 2 finale, and throw their support behind the Emmy campaign for Emma D'Arcy.

Then in The Storm [01:06:04], they look ahead to what happens now that the Iron Throne has changed hands. And they engage in debate about Daeron, who still may be useful in the weeks to come.

This week, House of the Dragon is back and Da7e and Neil are soaring above the chaos in The Gullet as spectacle reigns supreme.

In The Calm [04:50], they discuss this episode's structure as both a climax for season 2's story and the beginning of season 3. They unpack the polygons and ethical wartime actions of the newest dragon, Sheepstealer. And they consider which of the newly-introduced characters will be the most interesting as the season goes on.

Then in The Storm [01:15:04], they attempt to sketch out the pacing of events in this eight episode season...

This week, Da7e and Neil are back for another round of Re-Thrones as they tackle the abruptly abbreviated second season of House of the Dragon.

They begin with a recap of the season's events, a discussion about the limited redeeming qualities of Ser Criston Cole, and highlight a number of very important adaptation choices made by the writers' room.

Then they hand out season their season superlatives, The Georgies [51:20], before diving into The Storm [01:16:54] to look ahead at what they expect from season 3, using Neil's book knowledge, early reviews, and rampant internet rumors.

This week, Da7e and Neil return after their brief hiatus with a newly cleaned Citadel of Crazytown to begin their next era of Westerosi podcasting as they prepare for the return of House of the Dragon. Up first, a Re-Thrones of season 1.

They begin with a look back at the highlights of HotD's first season, from the big book changes to the time jumps to what they would change if they could go back in time.

Then they hand out superlative Georgie Awards for including the Best Gift to the God of Death, season MV...

This week, Da7e and Neil close out their Monarch era with two season finales — the one for the Apple TV+ show and the one for The Godzilla Project RPG. Which one is more highly anticipated? That's for you to decide.

In The Calm [06:50], they discuss the season finale of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, a spectacle-filled final hour that brings together several Titans, numerous dumb story decisions, and a few surprises. They also take some wild swings at what might be in store for a season 3 and lay out some theoretical concepts for the Red Monarch spin-off show...

This week, Da7e and Neil have reached the penultimate episode of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season two. Which, mercifully, means there's only one left. But also, another very fun installment of The Godzilla Project RPG awaits!

In The Calm [07:50], they discuss Godzilla's brief involvement in the show's story and debate all the ways in which Monarch could reset the timeline and make the journey worth it.

Then in The Storm [53:16], they offer up their own versions of satisfying conclusions for season 2 and wonder if the show will come even close.

And finally, T...

This week, Da7e and Neil are still watching Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, a show that now includes some Godzilla. They also continue the highly-acclaimed Godzilla Project RPG!

In The Calm [07:58], they break down the shortest episode of season two so far and attempt to understand the rules of character travel times. They are also forced to perform an unfortunate Godzilla Antagonist Check-in.

Then in The Storm [46:26], your faithful hosts look ahead to the final two episodes of the season and spool up theories about what monster fights might lay ahead.

And finally...

This week, Da7e and Neil get distracted from their search for Godzilla by a flurry of confusing time travel rules as Monarch: Legacy of Monsters enters its season-closing arc.

In The Calm [07:20], they question the laws of space and time as they apply to this show's plot and wonder how the writer's room will dig itself out of an increasingly perilous corner. They also discuss the potential resolutions to the season's story and whether any of them would be satisfying without breaking the canon of the Monsterverse.

Then in The Storm [57:30], your faithful hosts a...

This week, Da7e and Neil celebrate the arrival of a long-lost Titan friend, if only briefly, as Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2 gains momentum.

In The Calm [06:46], they consider whether this season of television would work better if it were a few episodes shorter. Then they break down the episode, highlighting its befuddling editing choices, a new addition to the cast, and the necessity for an Antagonist Check-In for at least one member of the Randa family.

Then in The Storm [56:40], your faithful hosts do their best to explain String Theory and use it...

This week, Da7e and Neil continue their search for any trace of Godzilla in their Godzilla Show as Monarch: Legacy of Monsters continues to reveal that the real monsters are, in fact, Bad Dads™️.

In The Calm [04:56], they explain the correct order for watching the Monsterverse movies and where Monarch (roughly) fits on the timeline. Then they break down this week's episode and attempt to do the math on the migration patterns of Titan X.

The in The Storm [1:00:52], your faithful hosts look ahead to next week's episode and another promise that maybe Godzilla will...

This week, Da7e and Neil take issue with the pacing and character decisions on Monarch: Legacy of Monsters as season 2 approaches its midpoint. Then they continue The Godzilla Project RPG experience with several key pre-production decisions and dice rolls!

In The Calm [04:36], they break down this week's episode and question whether Monarch is spinning its wheels too much. They also wonder how far the show will go in its criticisms of free market capitalism and when Godzilla might show up to the party. 

The in The Storm [53:46], your faithful hosts spool up a few t...

This week, Da7e and Neil continue their coverage of season two of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters as the Randa family gets messier and Titan X glows in new hues.

In The Calm [06:28], they discuss the show's slowing plot, its somewhat confusing presentation of travel times, and its latest foray into Bad Dad territory. 

The in The Storm [57:48], Da7e uses some newly-released behind the scenes footage to predict some of the season's upcoming action. And Neil has a long list of questions about what Apex is doing in Pensacola, Florida.

And finally, S...

This week, Da7e and Neil continue their coverage of season two of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters by tracking Titan X through the decades. Plus, The Godzilla Project RPG kicks off with an epic pitch!

In The Calm [06:14], your faithful host discuss the misadventures of Monarch Outpost 18, from the Alien-like encounters with stowaways to the Randa family drama of the week. They also unpack the cult-like activity at the heart of this week's flashbacks.

The in The Storm [52:44], they look ahead to episode 3 and attempt to predict why it has a content rating tag that i...

This week, Da7e and Neil move from Westeros to the Monsterverse as Apple TV's Monarch: Legacy of Monsters returns for its second season.

In The Calm [06:24], they recap the story so far and piece together where the events of season one (and season two's premiere) fit on the larger timeline of Legendary's Titan-filled story world. They also discuss Kong Skull Island and how Kong and his neighborhood have evolved since the 2017 film.

Then in The Storm [59:32], they look ahead to episode two and beyond, attempting to predict what will be this season's big technological M...

This week, Da7e and Neil send Dunk and Egg off with a deep dive into the first season finale of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.

In The Calm [07:58], they discuss some of the show's adaptation ambiguity, present theories about the controversial mid-credits scene, hand out season ending Georgie awards, and much more.

Then in The Storm [01:21:18], your faithful hosts look ahead to the events of the next novella, "The Sworn Sword," and consider which fan favorite characters from season one might return at some point.

Later this week, the next era o...

This week, Da7e and Neil return to Westeros after a long night away for the gut-wrenching, goopy penultimate episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.

In The Calm [05:02], they discuss the season's climactic moments and how it stacks up against previous Westeros shockers. They also consider who is to blame for what happened, whether the flashbacks were the right adaptation choice, and what it all has to do with the Blackfyre Rebellion.

Then in The Storm [01:01:10], they look ahead to the season finale and where the show may diverge from the books before...

This week, Da7e and Neil are in your feeds early because HBO dropped episode 4 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms on Friday to avoid the Superb Owl.

In The Calm [05:30], they discuss what happens when Ser Duncan the Tall is forced to face the music for disrespecting House Targaryen. They break down the rules of a Trial of Seven, discuss the team compositions, and consider the kingdom-wide implications of the episode's final moments.

Then in The Storm [01:04:48], they dig into the reliability of dragon dreaming and look ahead to how this show will n...

This week, Da7e and Neil are hungry for bacon and egg sandwiches as Dunk and Egg get into more trouble than you'd expect from a 30-minute episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.
 
In The Calm [05:18], your faithful hosts kick things off with several very important lore corrections from last week's pod. Then they discuss this week's big reveal, the tonal shift signaled by the closing credits music, and the effective deployment of the Save the Cat Horse trope.

Then in The Storm [01:03:34], Neil puts on his fortune teller cloak to unpack all the l...

This week, Da7e and Neil are back in Westeros learning maybe a little too much about Ser Arlan of Pennytree as A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms continues to track the rise of his protege, Ser Duncan the Tall.

In The Calm [04:58], they do a bit of Banner Tracking as more famous houses join the fray with a ferocious burst of jousting action. They also discuss the arrival of House Targaryen to the party and break down all the princes, blonde and otherwise. And before they head into the spoilery Storm section, Neil does a deep...

This week, Da7e and Neil return to Westeros to meet Ser Dunk and his new friend Egg as they make their way to a tourney and HBO's A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms gets underway.

In The Calm [04:26], they discuss the show's leisurely pace and lighter tone, the chemistry between its leads, and the many colorful banners they spotted in Ashford Meadow. They also discuss the lore behind stories about The Vulture King and the mummers' play about the knight with the mirror shield.

Then in The Storm [54:16], your faithful hosts break down the "W...

This week, Da7e and Neil return for their first pod of 2026 and it's back to Westeros for a preview of season one of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, which debuts next Sunday on HBO.

In The Calm [05:26], they discuss what you should know about Ser Duncan the Tall and his diminutive traveling companion Egg before the show premieres. They also explain the role of hedge knights in Westeros, clarify the timeline, and highlight some important spoiler-free production facts.

Then in The Storm [34:56], Neil unleashes his book knowledge with a rundown of which houses w...

This week, Da7e and Neil end 2025 by recounting the WORST THING WE WATCHED THIS YEAR.

Join us as War of the Worlds, The Electric State, Witcher Season 4, and Mountainhead battle it out for the top/bottom spot

Then, starting at 00:36:59 enjoy a little bit of the stuff we do over at patreon.com/Da7eandNeil with a free ESSENTIAL TV 2025 Segment!

Next up for this podcast return to Westeros the week of January 12th to cover A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.

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This week, Da7e and Neil close out Chapter One of Welcome to Derry with a deep dive into the season finale, "Winter Fire."

In The Calm [04:46], they unpack a number of questions about the episode's climactic set piece, debate the rules of magical daggers, and theorize about where all of this will lead in seasons to come.

Then in The Storm [01:04:48], your faithful hosts hand out season-ending superlatives like On-Screen MVP, Best Gift to the God of Death, and more.

Next week, Da7e and Neil return for one more episode to wrap...

This week, Da7e and Neil tackle the intensity of yellow smoke and Bill Skarsgård's Pennywise as Welcome to Derry delivers its penultimate season one episode.

In The Calm [04:52], they attempt to unravel rules of the entity's dragonglass pillar cage, highlight the show's exploration of 1960s American politics, and go deep on the quality of digital smoke and carefully stitched oners.

Then in The Storm [01:06:56], your faithful hosts break down the trailer for the season finale and make some bold predictions, including some wild swings that involve flash-forwards and unexpected cameos.

Next week, t...