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Original post: Tiger__Balm

Kiramman Key: hexun147

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Welcome to this new Episode Thread, where we discuss in depth everything about one specific episode of Arcane.

This time we're rewatching the first part of episode 1 of season 2, from the funeral to the gardens scene.
This episode is so dense for Caitlyn that I chose to cut it in two threads. It would have been too hard to choose only 20 screencaps/gifs, the text would have been too long and too many important talking points would have been diluted. So instead you get a bonus thread next weak with the second half, the memorial and the attack.

List of Caitlyn scenes:
03:52 - Cassandra's funeral
05:37 - Attending the Council meeting that decides of the invasion
08:50 - Discussion with Tobias: I had the shot, the Kiramman key
10:42 - Discussion with Vi: crying in her arms, trying to recruit her as an enforcer
16:04 - Discussion with Jayce in the Gardens
Total runtime of Caitlyn scenes: 11m15s
(out of only 17 minutes!)

Breakup counter: 3
+ After giving an Enforcer badge to Vi
(#1 was the Bridge scene, #2 was the Oil & Water scene)

Memorable quotes:

• “I had the shot.”
• “The Kiramman key! No, I'm not... I don't deserve it.”
• “No. No more rogue missions. No more reckless plans. My mother was right. My arrogance led me to take on more than I could handle and she paid the price. They're sending all the Enforcers after Jinx. I'm going with them.” “Please, I have to help.” “You can. As one of us.”
• “You can show that not all of Zaun supports Jinx. We can show them. Together.” “I watched them kill my parents, do you have any idea how that feels?” “Yes, I do! I thought you were on our side.” “You didn't think at all.”
• “Caitlyn was there. You might pay her a visit. She hides it admirably, but the poor girl's in so much pain.” - From Mel to Jayce
• “Mother and I used to come here when we needed an escape. One of the few places we enver argued.
• “Ever since it happened, three faces keep spinning through my mind. I see Mother, when they found her and every fiber of me sinks, like a stone in dark water. But then there's Jinx, laughing. I want to tear that laugh from her throat forever.” “Cait !” “I know. I just understand now, how easy it is to hate them. One vicious act. Then I see Vi. I asked her to put on the uniform. Suffice to say, she declined.”
• “Hextech may keep us alive, Jayce. But it's not what will save us.”

Missing scenes headcanons:

• What happens between the rocket explosion and Caitlyn finding out about her mother? She's still injured, just gone through a kidnapping and psychological torture and far away in Zaun.
• How does Vi fit in, living in the Kiramman's house for these few days of grief? Does she spend much time with Caitlyn, what do they do?
• What happens after Vi leaves? How does Caitlyn handle this falling out?

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Let's talk about this episode! Share your thoughts, theories and rambles, fanart, memes... Discuss and react in the comments, make this thread a lively and fun place!

Let's talk about the funeral scene. The charcoal paintings, Vi and violet as the only color, "I Can't Hear It Now" by Freya Ridings, how she leans forward to get one last glimpse of her mother, how she never cries except when she launches into Vi's arms... It's time to get emotional!

Why do you think she feels the need to tell Tobias she had the shot? Does she feel guilty? Naive for putting too much faith in justice? What good is it to tell Tobias? Is it why she feels she doesn't deserve the Kiramman key? Why she daydreams of taking the shot, when she's in the Gardens?

By the way, what exactly is the Kiramman key?

Caitlyn launches herself in Vi's arms. Then she keeps touching her arms, grabbing her hand. This looks pretty intimate. Of course it's not the right time, but do you think their relationship has already tipped over into something openly romantic?

Was that an error to push the badge on Vi? Could she have done this more subtly, something similar but unofficial?

Let's talk about the Gardens. What does she mean by “needing an escape” when she visited it with her mother? Is it a private place, is it in their property, or is it a public garden?

“I just understand now, how easy it is to hate them. One vicious act.” - Even through her grief, she remains lucid about how prejudices form and work. Just like she already showed with Ekko or the Council. Do you think she loses sight of this later in this season, or intentionally pushes it aside?

“Then I see Vi...” - Why does she not finish this sentence, what was she about to say? The wind picks up when she talks about Jinx and calms down immediately with Vi. Is it just symbolism, or could she have some unknown Arcane ability (like Mel)? (or am I just being a bit too delusional with my headcanons?)

These are just a few of many possible discussions about this episode. Explore them or bring up some more. You can also create independent posts for even more focused discussions.

Just a reminder to remain civil and respectful. Hateful comments towards other users, characters, fandoms or writers will be removed.

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The next episode thread will be next week (August 24th) and will be about the second half of episode 2x01, the attack on the memorial.

All gifs by arcanegifs except #5 and #6 by me

Why is there two Caitlyns, I have no idea 😄 Even Jayce looks confused. Anyway, enjoy a double dose of baby sprouts and silly hats.

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What a refreshing fanart 😍☀️😎

source : https://www.instagram.com/p/DcAK7s-HGiu/

Arrived a few days ago. I went with the gloss finish. These look great in person. I thought it might be helpful for anyone thinking about purchasing to see what the flat gloss looks like: excellent color saturation and so crisp.

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