Link Click Bridon Arc. 500https://i.ur.com/ebhREub.png Why is this season necessary? Is it just a filler? Does it have any real story that corresponds to the original plot within the first 2 seasons? Why was it released after season 2 if its a prequel? Handedly these are all good questions. Those of which I will be answering as I give my thoughts and opinions on this season. Keep in mind that these are all strictly my thoughts. I am an avid Link Click fan but will try to keep my words as unbiased as possible. Everyone has their different takes and opinions on this season my review can and likely will be different than others. When watching Bridon Arc MAKE SURE TO CHECK FOR SCENES AT THE END AFTER THE ED Spoiler tags will be used as they are intended. TIMELINE: Before Season 1 WHERE: Bridon London ARC NAME: Bridon Arc/Yingdu Pian/Yingdu Chapter WHEN TO WATCH: After Season 2 CURRENT WATCH ORDER: Season 1 + extras Season 2 Bridon Arc Ill be reviewing this arc in stages. Going from my prewatch assumptions my during watch thoughts my general review of the season post watch as a whole and my ratings individually. 1: My thoughts before NR Ill admit I was a bit worried about how much information they could and eventually would cram within 8 episodes only to find out that there were actually going to be 6 episodes instead. With even little runtime I had expected a rushed season with no genuinely exciting twists. Not only was this a prequel and typically nothing inherently bad could happen in it but leaving barely any room for the element of surprise was what ultimately concerned me. Because of this I drew to the conclusion that Perhaps its just going to show how the two got their powers without any drawback as to what happens later in the show. And so my high expectations dropped to a minimal level as I waited for December 27th to arrive. Although the constant shots bilibili fired every time they released a new PV trailer or OST MV was making it very hard for me to not expect the highest of them. 2: My thoughts during 9/10 The first episode twisted my heart in so many different ways. Not only was the animation a visual step up from the previous seasons but so much was already revealed within the first ten minutes. The introduction to our new antagonists was relatively smooth despite the fact Xia Fei was the one who got arguably more screen time than the rest. Not complaining as Xia Fei is my child and he deserves the world. The transition to the sometimes out of context cliffhangers that bring in suspense when being not as bad as it seems in the next episode was enjoyable. Providing relief after relieving the trauma of previous cliffhangers Link Click is fruitful of. Although they did not disappoint with genuine thought provoking endings. The last episode. To keep this as spoilerfree as possible all I will say is Link Click surprised me with how well it summed up the new occurrences. It gave just enough shock that when the ending played cliffhanger of course it makes you shout: Oh come on REVIEW post watch 10/10 I was very worried that the show wouldnt wrap things up very well. And while there still are a handful of questions I believe the next season will provide some kind of explanation for these lingering questions as did Bridon Arc with Season 2 inquiries. Overall everything about this season was incredible. It allows just enough breathing room for theories while not being an entire 12 episode season. It was enjoyable easy on the eye and BEAUTIFUL to look at but also easy to swallow. We are shown sides of our main characters that we havent seen before. We also get a look into Lu Guangs trauma and how he is coping with the END OF SEASON 2 SPOILERS The new characters are portrayed in a way that makes it somewhat difficult to hate them but also difficult to love them. Despite the quick and belated intro of one character who pops up quite literally within the last two episodes it felt like they fit pretty well within the story. Though I do admit their place did feel a bit odd as they play a key role in the main characters development. As a conclusion this season did not disappoint. Whether youre a big fan or a casual watcher Id say this season was worth the bit of wait as not only somewhat of a filler while we wait for Season 3 but just as a good story in general. OP/ED 10/10 https://www..com/watch?v=e3I3kbHtYvolist=RDe3I3kbHtYvostartradio=1 As always theyre beautiful to look at and have bits of lore scattered throughout good luck fellow theorists decoding all of the hidden lore while simultaneously creating such wonderful music. Even if the season was terrible the OP and ED are enough to carry it on its shoulders. The imagery is gorgeous the use of light and portrayal of white corresponding to Cheng Xiaoshis angelic purity is so pretty to look at and analyze. The symbolism of being parted from your body in Lu Guangs sense hurts so bad but makes so much sense at the same time. The lyrics tie in so well to the story and very obviously display Lu Guangs outlook on the situation. All of these factors combined make the OP/ED as close to perfect as humanly possible. Character design 10/10 300https://i.ur.com/2hRCxY0.jpeg Simple but beautiful. The outfits all suit their respective character while also being a bit comedic for people like Lu Guang who is given Cheng Xiaoshis clothes that completely conflict with his mood and vibe. Characters like Vein are beautiful to look at with all of the connected colors and detailed design that also remains simple. Plot/Story 10/10 Again I was worried it wouldnt unfold as well as it needed to. But it really did its job as a prequel shining light on key details of characters backstory while introducing characters that support the main characters in ways that flesh out their development. The ending flows in a way that flashbacks or flash forwards because of the timeline to Season 2 and paves the way for the story that will unfold in Season 3. It concludes itself as a prequel but allows the cliffhanger to do the speaking and give out the notion of what is to come. Cliffhanger 10/10 While it wasnt as suspenseful and worrisome as the first two seasons it still was just that a cliffhanger. It adds unease after a good ending and provides context into the fact that there is more to come and the main characters havent seen the worst of it. As a wrap up if it wasnt obvious I rate this season really high. Not only are the visuals stunning but the story was laid out really well in the amount of time it took for Season 2 to release vs Bridon Arc. Season 2 opted for around 23 years while Bridon Arc took roughly a year. Yes there were less episodes which would be an explanation for this but it was enjoyable nonetheless. A nice Christmas gift from the Link Click creators if I do say so myself I hope you all enjoy this season as much as I did. And dont forget to be on the lookout this September 13th. Who knows you might just catch a roaming Lu Guang stressing about ways to save his beloved roommate. 091305