True Blood’s Season 5 can certainly be categorized as a “wild ride,” but it also can be described as a transition from the True Blood we knew to a possible resurrected True Blood. Even if Season 6 ends up being it’s last, it has turned a corner so large, that I’m not sure it can ever return.
I personally was in utter shock, just like everybody else, at the last scene of the season. But there were other big shockers and big changes before that. There were so many changes and departures from what we fans have known and loved about True Blood throughout the past seasons, that we here at the Vault are still trying to comprehend everything and that’s why it took so long before I could write this review of the season.
Despite that, even though I am still a bit in shock and awe over Season 5, I’m going to make an attempt to wrap my thoughts around it. However, because of this, some of my reflections may seem a bit disjointed, as was much of Season 5, in my opinion. So, below are my truly Random Thoughts about the entire fifth season.
From episode 1 to the last, we saw vampires born and vampires die,uh, lots of dying, and I don’t think I’d get much argument if I said that this season may be able to claim the title of “bloodiest True Blood season” on record.
Vampires Made
We saw new vampires be born and we saw them die. Those made were often a surprise to us, such as Steve Newlin, Tara Thornton and even Mike Spencer, who sadly lost his life early in the season when he attacked Sookie and she killed him with a chopstick.
Early in the first episode we learn that Steve Newlin has also been turned. We don’t know who turned him, but he sure has been turned, and in more ways than one, which we find out later as he sneaks in on Jason telling him that he is now not only one of the undead, but also gay.
Unlike Tara, Steve Newlin was immediately happy to be a vampire especially since he was also chosen to represent the AVL as a replacement for his one time nemesis, Nan Flannigan who met the true death in Season 4. And, although he started out the season with a real crush on Jason, that soon seemed to fade when he and Russell hooked up later in the season. It will be interesting to find out whether Steve’s interest in Jason will resume now that his newest lover is no more. We don’t learn in Season 5 who Steve’s maker is, but it was definitely a woman, who immediately abandoned him. I personally think it was Salome of the Authority, since she had reason to need a spokesman.
From what we first see of her treatment of Tara, Pam starts to be a terrible maker. This is interesting since she probably has the strongest maker/progeny relationship with her own maker, Eric. It’s great that the writer’s gave us Pam’s back story so we could learn about the beginnings of Pam and Eric’s relationship. Eric too wasn’t ready to be a maker, but it worked out well for both. However, in Season 5 we see Eric free Pam, even with her protestations against it, so I wonder how this will change their relationship in the next season?
Tara’s new life as vampire was not one she welcomed, but she quickly adapted when taken under Pam’s wing at Fangtasia. She is still angry with Sookie and Lafayette for them having Pam turn her, but she soon bonded so much with Pam that at the end of the season we see her and Pam kiss and embrace when Pam is freed from the Authority.
Who Met the True Death
There were not only vampires that were turned to goo this season, but we also lost more of the human population in Bon Temps leaving it very lean of homo sapiens.
We first saw the werewolves as they ate Marcus in a ritualistic performance. However, it went downhill from there for the weres. Several of them died including JD at the hands of Alcide who has now taken over as pack master, Bud Dearborn also was killed along with his fellow O’Bama mask wearing vampire haters, including his new gal, Sweetie Des Arts. During the showdown between Terry and Patrick, it was Patrick that met his fate so that Terry could end a chapter in his life left over from Iraq.
However, the most losses this season seem to be in the vampire world, specifically within the Authority. The only living member of the Authority left at the end of Season 5 is Bill. You can argue that Nora is Authority, but since she rejected Lilith and she and Eric are working together I don’t think that counts. We also lost the new Sheriff of Area 5, Elijah when Tara killed him. This of course resulted in Pam being arrested by Rosalyn, Elijah’s maker and taken into custody since she confessed to the crime, presumably to protect Tara.
So, the body count for vampires is, Roman, Dieter, Rosalyn, Salome, Kibwe, Alexander, Molly, Russell Edgington, Elijah, Mike Spencer and of course, the guy who was feeding on Hoyt before he was killed by the vampire haters.
Since there were so many deaths, I’m sure I must have forgotten someone.
True Blood Lovin’
Even though there were lots of deaths, and the Bill, Eric and Sookie triangle was no more, there was also lots of lovin’ this season along with lots of skin. Both Bill and Eric were seen naked in love scenes with Nora and Salome several times and we had the added attraction of seeing Alcide with Rikki and Roman and Salome get it on.
One of my favorite couplings however, was Steve Newlin and Russell Edgington. It was nice to see Russell find love once again. It’s pretty obvious that he enjoys being with a partner and although, he too met his death, it wasn’t before he had some good times eating the Faery elder.
The relationship between Eric and his vampire sister Nora was intriguing to me. Unlike some, I wasn’t too concerned that they were siblings since there really was no relation other than Godric being their maker. They looked good together and both of their scenes making love were well done. However, even with that said, one of the highlights of the season for me was when we got to learn how Pam and Eric met and how Pam became vampire. It was a very touching scene back in 1905 when Pam begged Eric to turn her and it was even more heart wrenching to watch as Eric released her in the present day. What a heartfelt and touching scene that was and well played by both actors. I hope that Tara and Pam together will make up for what they have both lost in life, and for Pam, in death.
I don’t think that the Bill and Salome relationship can be viewed as love by any stretch of the imagination. Now that we know what we do about Bill, I find it hard to believe he had any feelings for her at all. Bill seemed more intrigued by Lilith than by Salome although the love scenes between he and Salome were powerful and great to watch.
Sookie and Alcide almost got it on, but it wasn’t to be, yet at least. However, Alcide did get to have a good time with fellow werewolf, Rikki in a powerful scene of them together.
Jason got it on with his school teacher, but quickly regretted it.
Probably the nicest love relationship of Season 5 for me was that of Holly and Andy. It was tender and I hope they stay together, even though it looks like the new babies that were born of Maurella in the last episode will change that picture.
Sam/Luna/Emma
One of the best “other story lines” in this season of True Blood was the one between Sam, Luna and Emma. Unlike Terry and the IFrit, it was integrated with what was going on and therefore, made more sense to the story. Having Emma as a wolf become Steve Newlin’s pup, was a very ingenious way of intertwining their storyline with the Authority, the main storyline of the season. And, instead of hurting that story, it helped it immensely. Sam turning into a fly and Luna skin-walking as Steve Newlin was wonderful. Also seeing Sam as a fly, go into Rosalyn’s mouth and then turn back as human, thus killing her, had to be the most inventive death of the season in my opinion.
Faeries
We learned much more about the faery world this season when first Andy and Jason visited the Faery club. When Jason heard from Hadley that his parents were killed by a vampire, he told Sookie about it and they decided that they needed to learn more. They met up with Maurella, pregnant with Andy’s baby(s), and learned that there was a deal struck in the 1700’s with a vampire names Warlow to give the first born faery in the Stackhouse family to him. When Maurella gives birth to four babies, she has brought the faery world much more into the human world and with Andy being a relation to Bill means that the babies are also his relation. This should make things interesting for Bill as the new head of the Authority.
Because of the Warlow character that is promised to be the story of Season 6, I’m sure it was intentional for us to learn more about the world of the faeries this season as it served to laythe ground for what’s to happen next summer.
Stories ended
Hoyt and Jessica
Of the humans that left the show, probably the one that the fans regret the most was the departure of Hoyt, played by Jim Parrack. Hoyt had been a staple and regular at Merlotte’s since season 1 and we saw him grow up from an innocent young boy into a mature, if not broken hearted man. Now, he is off to Alaska (which I thought although sensitive on behalf of the writers, was kind of lame.) Why would Hoyt want to go to Alaska of all places?However, wherever he goes, it’s comforting to know that there still might be a chance that he will return before the end of the series comes.
Jessica is so alone now, that I bet she is somewhat regretting letting Hoyt go. Jason has rejected her and now Bill has too, so what’s left for our teen vampire to hold on to. Let’s hope she finds someone to be with in Season 6.
Terry and the IFrit
I’m glad the storyline about Terry’s past in Iraq was completed. Unlike previous story lines in past seasons, in my opinion, this was completely disjointed and not associated with True Blood in any way. All the extraneous story lines in past seasons could have been considered annoying, but at least in the end of the season they all seemed to come together and join the main story. This did not and while it gave Todd Lowe, who plays Terry, a chance to show us some of his acting talent, it gave little to do to Arlene, played by Carrie Preston.
Oh, and let me mention that Lafayette was also pretty much wasted in this season. I don’t know why they had him travel back to Mexico; it seemed useless, and except for the few scenes he had with Sookie, he was not seen. I missed him a lot this year.
What’s to happen in Season 6 – Warlow, Lilith and Bilith
Again, the Lilith turns into Bilith ending of the season had to be the biggest shocker ever on True Blood, and the best kept secret. And, I am not sure what to make of it. Unlike some, I actually enjoyed the Authority story line and liked learning about the Vampire Authority and how vampires are governed. No wonder the head of each state is called a King or Queen since this is certainly no democracy as we know it. However, this was also the most confusing story line for me.
First off, I just didn’t see Bill going so completely Lilith crazy in such a short amount of time. Yes, he’s always been looking for something to believe it, and he is a tortured soul, but he has worked really hard to find his humanity and to just give it up so quickly seemed a bit much. Also, I would have enjoyed seeing a flashback showing how members of the Authority, i.e., Salome and Nora, decided to become members of the Sanquinista movement. What was the catalyst that made them turn to worship her and become such avid followers? Without this explanation, the story seemed thin.
Now that Roman is dead, is mainstreaming a thing of the past? With the leadership all but be gone, with the exception of Bill/Billith? What will happen next? I am guessing that a war will be in the future for sure, but how does Warlow come into it?
So, what can I say to recap this season? While the ending was very upsetting to me, I found that mostly this was a good season. However, I think that the writers should listen to the fans once in a while and not fill up the show with extraneous story lines just for the purpose of keeping the cast members busy. I love Todd Lowe and his performance as Terry, but that story line was a waste of time and space, in my opinion. They should go back to season 1 and revisit how each of the various story lines ended up making sense in the end.
There were many things I did like about this season, the flashbacks, which I always love, the trippy scene in New Orleans was a treat to watch, but too short and Sam and Luna were hysterical. The IStake contraption was also a hoot if not scary and the Authority headquarters seemed fascinating. I enjoyed seeing Bill and Eric bonding, and I also like the new Eric. However, I’m not sure how I feel about Bill’s transformation from Mr. Nice Guy to evil doer. I feel that somehow the story line with Warlow will have an impact on what Bill’s character does next. And, what about Sookie? Who will she be with next and will she be a greater force than we know in future episodes?
I am exhausted after this season, but I know by June I’ll be salivating for some new True Blood episodes, so I’m very happy that we can tune in again and see our favorite show for at least one more year.
What did you think about Season 5? Leave a comment below and let us know.
I don’t want season 6 to be the last one!!!!!
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Lynnpd Reply:
September 10th, 2012 at 21:19
I agree Ute, and just for the record, we didn’t say it was the last one.
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season 6 will be the last??? WTF!!
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I absolutely hated the authority story line.. I can only hope they go as far away from it as possible without acting as though it didn’t happen. Hopefully 6 is not the final season..
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Jeff, nobody said Season 6 was the last season.
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I was devastated at the end of S5! And i am still in mourning for my Southern Vampire Bill Compton! Thanks to Alan Ball, I will never be the same!!!
BRING MY OLD BILL BACK!!!!!
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I was with you up until you said ” Mr. Nice Guy” when referring to Bill. When has he ever been the “nice guy?” Yes, I am definitely on Team Eric but, at first, I was Team Bill. Bill has gone from bad to worse throughout the whole series, television and books. I just don’t get it.
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Lynnpd Reply:
September 11th, 2012 at 7:34
Devon, thanks for commenting. I guess we shall have to agree to disagree. I respect your opinion, but I’m not a book fan, and am only writing about the show. I was trying to discuss the change in Bill; he was so vehemently a mainstreamer, or trying to be, and to turn so quickly made no sense to me. You obviously feel differently, but throughout the series, prior to this season Bill has always protected Sookie to the best of his abilities and whether you like him or not, you can’t deny that.
However, the points in my article were not meant to focus on any ‘team’, but instead about the structure and writing of this season.
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I totally agree with you. You hit the point in all concerns, you mentioned. Hope, they did not broke the relationship between Eric and Pam too much, which was the red line trough all seasons for me.
The humor of other seasons was totally missing. What did the do with Lafayette this year? Such an important character! They set him aside on a parking lot! The same thing with the werewolves. In the beginning of the season they were in the centre of interest and then?
The main storyline of all seasons before: Sookie, Bill and Eric. It was clear, that they will reduce Annas part because of her pregnancy. But they made such a big cut from Season 4 to 5, that it is difficult to take for some fans. Seems, as if the authors wanted to prove, that the show is not only a triangle love story with hot sex-scenes like some people criticize. The fans know, that is more than that!
Eric and Bill were forced to hang out in the authority building nearly the whole season. Eric had to play hide and seek and wasn’t able to act like we know him. After some time this was tedious.
I hope, Season 6 is not the last one. I am very disappointed about the news, that there will only 10 episodes next year. A step-by-step-retreat? Saving money for Game of Thrones or what does that mean? The ratings are still excellent, like i can gauge it, sitting far away in Germany. So what?
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Thanks for a wonderful recap of everything that happened in this season. Turns out we have exactly the same ideas about how this season went down, we should consider starting a True Blood fansite together!
I would like to add a few additional thoughts of my own.
Shouldn’t vampires be godless and only driven by their own desire for blood, sex and power or whatever else they might lusting after? Not sure about vampire religion; I for one, would have been perfectly happy with political power games in the Authority council for 12 episodes, sans a bloody vampire goddess running around in the nude trying to convince everybody to drink her.
We shouldn’t take True Blood too seriously, it is afterall a fantasy show filled with supernatural beings, but the time frame in which True Blood takes place, basically one episode is one day, did cause some huge problems in the realistic department this season. Tara adjusted surprisingly fast to her new lifestyle and Bill’s transformation from tormented, guilt-ridden vampire into a religious zealot Sanguinista in just a matter of days, was too unrealistic even for True Blood standards.
In general I think that season 5 got off to a real good start but lost some pace as the season progressed resulting in some storylines to move forward too slowly.
Shock value has forced out real character development it seems; don’t get me wrong, I love a good What The Fuck moment, but what I would love even more is to go back to storylines with some real depth, focussing more on relationships and character development than on shock and awe.
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Well and thoughtfully written, Lynn. The season’s pluses and minuses for me …
On the plus side: the Pam-Eric flashbacks. I appreciated learning how Pam was turned. We watched that scenario unfold, and then saw the touching scene where Eric frees Pam. What will this mean for their relationship in Season 6? Also, the Bill-Eric bromance. It was a treat to see them working together instead of being at odds with one another. Tara’s turning was another story line that turned out very well IMO. Once Tara adjusted (which took a surprisingly short amount of time) she returned to her strong, sassy self. Now she’s a vampire, at the top of the food chain, and she and her maker have developed strong feelings for one another. The Pam-Tara relationship was a definite high point for me. More pluses: the return of Russell Edgington and Steve Newlin, and their romantic relationship; Sam and Luna, and their quest to find and save werepup Emma. I like how their search worked into the Authority story. Alcide and Rikki were hot together, as were Eric and Nora. I always appreciate semi-naked folks going at it, whether humans, vamps, shifters or weres. Jason and Sookie had some good scenes together. It was nice seeing that brother-sister interaction.
Now to the minus flip side: the Ifrit story line did little for me. I appreciated the fact that it gave Terry some meaty scenes but I found it unbelievable even by TB standards, and it made for some tough times for Arlene: the fairies … what can I say? I am of two minds here. They are necessary to Sookie’s story, but their depiction didn’t do much for me. Now we have Warlow coming after Sookie. I guess he will be the big bad of Season 6 along with Bill. Lafayette was definitely underused, although he is always fun to watch. I hated losing Hoyt. Bud Dearborn and Mike Spencer brought in for shock value? Now you see them, now you don’t. Wish we’d had more Ruby Jean. I love her character. Alcide and the pack master scenario. It felt like I was watching a separate show when the weres were on screen. To a certain extent Emma’s capture tied the weres into the main Authority story line, but mostly I felt a certain disconnect when I watched the were scenes. Andy as dad to 4 half-fae babies … that whole thing was a bit much. The best thing about the birthing scene was the commentary by Jane Bodehouse (lovely to have her back), Lafayette and Arlene.
The Authority: while I enjoyed much about this story line (learning about the organization and structure of the council and the Sanguinista and mainstreaming factions) after a while I began to tire of it. Naked, bloody Lilith walking around and saying “drink me” to various vampires started to get to me.
Not sure how I feel about Jason’s current strong anti-vampire stance. His parents providing a Greek chorus was an interesting touch. I feel for Jessica who is totally alone now.
Biggest minus for me … Bill becoming a bloody vampire god. I was not prepared for that, and I lament the loss of the mainstreaming Bill Compton that I’ve loved since Season 1. That was a mighty fast turn around for his character.
I’m sure I’ve left out some things, but my post has gone on long enough.
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Well done Lynn. I agree with you totally. The writers need to remember that you have primary and secondary characters for a reason. Not every character needs a primary storyline. I agree the whole Terry storyline was silly. Although I think they are great actors, I think Arlene, Terry, and Andy should be secondary characters only. I would also include Hoyt but now he’s gone. It has definitely not been a good season for Lafayette. It seems they just let him drop out of sight. I really don’t think this was such a good season for Anna either, until the end. Can’t wait for Season 6.
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As per usual! I was super excited for the season to start! It didn’t exactly go where I hoped but for the most part I was entertained. I did not care for The Authority storyline. The Lilith thing sounds better on paper. I saw where they were trying to go but I kept falling asleep during the ride! Each episode had something for me in small doses. I can’t recall anything to mind right now. I can’t say that I loved it BUT I can say that I didn’t hate it! There WILL be a season 6 so I am looking forward to it and will count down the days as I do every year! Thanks to The Vault for everything True Blood!
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I enjoyed reading your recap. This season, as is the case for most seasons of the show for me, was a bit of everything. Some interesting, some shocking, some sad, some rediculous, some fast forward worthy moments. Of course, the thing that stands out most for me was the final, shocking transformation of Bill. Looks like the heart breaking, heart breaker is gone. That makes me sad. I know it’s only a TV show, but that character that was created the first season was so special (I can see you nodding your head Lynn…lol) I was very sad to see him turn into a horrid monster.
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Thanks for your thoughts. Always enjoy your insights.
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Lynn, your recap is a great read, and I concur wholeheartedly on just about all points.
Shad, your comments are right on the money too.
The Ifrit s/l is a mystery. It feels like there was a note to the writers: “Give Terry some good scenes.” And that’s what we got. Huh?
The Bill/Eric bromance was fun and made sense, coming from their S4 s/l of working together to defeat Marnie, and killing Nan Flanagan together. It flowed well.
I fully enjoyed the Authority, and the chancellors, especially Roman. Having Steve Newlin as the new AVL PR guy was ingenious!
Although everything apparently took place in a week or so, the whole sanguinista/Lilith theme did start to wear thin, as the bloody goddess wandered around commanding everyone drink from her.
Roman’s demise was way too early in the season, IMO. I always enjoy DOH on screen, but Russell was pretty much reduced to a stand-up comedian once he staked Roman.
Hoyt’s departure was heart wrenching, IMO. I like the “off to Alaska” device much better than him being killed in some horrible way, as TB is want to do.
The fae babies being delivered at Merlotte’s was at once the kind of TB plot device I love, and, at the same time, really, really silly. The best part of that scene was Jane Bodehouse’s and Lafayette’s commentary.
IDK if I’ll ever understand or accept the writers’ decision to turn Bill Compton into a bloody vampire diety. I believe the comments from Mr. Hudis and Mr. Ball were similar, both citing that they thought this “dark turn” would be “interesting” for Bill, who’s basically been a good guy vampire so far.
“Interesting?” Well, my reaction has been one of shock, confusion, and disappointment. This isn’t an “interesting turn,” this is a non sequitur! It doesn’t fit the timing, the circumstances, nor the character. This certainly is a bad, bad thing.
Pam and Tara, OTOH, is a good thing. They both did a bang-up job this season, and Tara never looked so good.
Alcide was at his best so far. He and Rikki are a hot couple. But I agree, Shad, the werewolves were hanging out on the periphery, not really involved with anything else.
Sam and Luna, and Sam as Luna as Sam – all good. They play off each other well, and the sentimentality of saving little Emma is well-placed.
Eric had a slightly lower profile, as the reasonable, level-headed, non-imbiber of the blood. I liked his demeanor, and he was great with Nora.
Jason’s a little scary now. I guess Jessica’s blood wore off.
Well, only 9 months till we meet Warlow – or so we believe. After that finale, I hesitate to count on anything on TB. (Is that your point, AB?)
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Lynn, a great season recap. I agree with most all of your observations, which will save me some typing. :)
I enjoyed the season for the most part. It had a lot of highlights but it did have a few low points as well. I do prefer all the stories to be tied together in a less disjointed way.
It was good to learn more about the inner workings of Vampire Authority.
A waste to kill off Kibwe. He would be a good replacement for Roman.
Vampires need by their very nature to have someone or something that holds them in check.
Other than Emma I can’t muster any interest in the werewolves.
The Fae elder was a disappointment. Being so flaky greatly diminished her imo. When they spoke of an elder, I envisioned her/he to be a regal elder with vast knowledge. The Fae we have seen do not seem capable to deal with Warlow or much else. Guess we will see.
I want to see a return to Merlotte’s and all the fun and drama therein and about Bon Temps.
Lots of changes took place. Some for the better some not so much.
Bill was the big story. I found it hard to believe the Bill we know and love could be transformed into a zealot. As hard earned as all the strides he made to regain his humanity it broke my heart to see it slip away. Bear in mind he was well under the influence of some powerful blood and he was being told by God no less that he was the chosen one. Heady stuff for anyone to deal with. Older more powerful vamps than he fell prey to whatever Lilith was. I want to believe Bill’s true essence remains deep within and will reemerge. Redemption is possible. Something so beautiful can’t be totally extinguished. I think Bill will play a part in dealing with Warlow.
And so the wait goes on…
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Susanna Reply:
September 17th, 2012 at 12:19
Willkill, you menas billith will play a part in dealing with Warlow. Bill is gone.. nada…Billith can has bills memory but it it all.. And it makes me sooooo mad….
As we said before… I do not know what Alan was smoking when he decides kill Bill. BUt it must be very bad things…
How could you do it, Alan, HOW and WHY??????? You have ruined True blood for me…
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DAM495 Reply:
September 18th, 2012 at 5:56
I mourn the old Bill,& find it so unbelievable that they made his character do a complete 180, it made no sense to me, I’m so pissed at AB. The writers should look at this site to see how the fans really feel. So next season only 10 episodes, really? What the hell is going on with TB, they said due to Anna’s pregnancy & Money matters we only get 10 episodes, what a load of shit! Everyone should bombard HBO with e-mails demanding 12 episodes, we need more Bill not less. And while I’m ranting we need more Lafayette, getting back to Merlotte’s in good old Bon Temps.
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AB and his writing crew have fallen into that same trap that many other shows fall into, needing to shock the audience.
Well, we don’t want to be shocked by the complete disintegration of southern gentleman vampire Bill Compton. Changing him from a young vampire who has struggled since his turning to retain his humanity, to an evil entity is just so wrong on so many levels. I hate what they have done with Bill at the end of S5, and if they don’t have Bill be able to come back from his ‘Billith’ incarnation, they will have truly jumped the shark.
I never would have thought AB would go down this road, he has now joined the long line of tv show creators who have ruined their own show by forgetting why many of us loved TB in the first place, the journey of Bill Compton and his undying love for Sookie Stackhouse.
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Excellent season ending Random Thoughts Lynn and including Shad and everyone else we almost all agree the Bill gone bad to Billih storyline so quick was rushed, out of character for him and just plain disappointing(remember him hitting Jessica!); it was not organic. LOL (me using the word organic, how Hollywood trendy).
BUT Bills “blood” is spilled and now we just have to wait for S6 and pray we won’t be crying. LOL kidding. I have faith there will be a decent resolution for Bill in the end and I am hoping TB will go past S6 too.
The big lows first:
Terry and Patrick’s Iraq Ifrit monster was not for TB. HBO/AB hire me and I will help you trim the scripts of unnecessary storylines (I love Terry too but…..) and save lots of $$$ and still have 12 episodes.
Lafayette brujo resolution in the cabin with the sewn up lips was very disturbing.
Fairy birthing I found silly except for the cheering section. Lynn I too want to know where the four Bill fairy descendants fit in.
Authority – take it or leave it. To much preaching. I loved Salome’s clothes, but the Authority brought about Bill’s demise. Bad taste.
Sad about Jessica, it was just wrong seeig Bill hit her as her abusive Father did and Jason shoot her. I hope S6 will be better for Jess as S6 was not good for her.
Hoyt’s exit sad…..I just love Hoyt, his character was wrecked, by the writers, so they shipped him off. Least we still have Bill – thought altered.
Loved:
Romantic pairings! All of them! I just wish they would last longer than a few episodes. Pam and Tara are a hit, Eric and Nora sizzle, Rikki and Alcide were just off the charts HOT and the double dealing duo Bill and Salome made me very happy. Did Sam and Luna see any action? I still miss the romance as compared to just hook-ups (sex), more wooing I would like.
I like the fairies, except the kooky dancing by the elder but am intrigued by the clues she left with Sookie. Also the Warlow Sookie connection will be most interesting next season.
Loved all the flashbacks. Eric and Pam’s were perfect; Mr. Northman looks fine in period costume. Bill and daughter’s flashback was a painful part of Bill’s downword spiral but a masterful flashback.
I loved Stephen Moyer directing, his episode was the best; more please!
Prediction: somehow Warlow is old Bill and Sookie and he will defeat Billith – crazy huh…I’m NEVER correct.
There is much much more of S5 I liked but brevity is better, in ending S5 was not my favorite season but neither was S2.
Until S6 ……
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I actually enjoyed the season. It looked like it should go on? I got the feeling that “the real fun starts now”! As a build up for something greater was good. I don’t see too much trouble with Bill. I read a lot of manga and to me it’s just a power up of some sort to have Bill take everyone head on. When the series started TB world was very small and with rather weak foes. Now it’s a multi-dimension, multi supe world. Bill and Sookie were presented as the leads of the show and Eric a contra-point. Sookie has gotten powerful and quite a bit of character development. Now Bill gets Power to keep up. And to me, to present Eric a real challenger. Eric until now, apart from acting a bit human, has not been real challenged. This new Bill will, and serve as a good incentive for Erics character development. I totally see the next season a E/S one, with the two uniting to fight their enemies from all fronts. On another totally different guess, it would be fun if this Warlow guy was connected to Lilith as in the baddass dude who got rid of her…lol. It would make the rather predictable showdown of Super Bill vs Warlow a lot more interesting. Add on top of it Bill using/subduing Lilith, like he seems to do to everyone and we get a great mix! And then we have Jessica, also a Joker to me! Anyone seeing a threesome/foursome with Eric/Pam/Tara/Jessica? Vampires unite against the big bad wolf! LOL!
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