#NCIS season 21 episode 2

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So my headcanon for the end of 21x02 because as much as I loved it and cherished it, I’ve also been watching NCIS since I was a kid, it was my first fandom and Tiva was my first ship, but I wanted more from it. So this is what my headcanon for the end of the episode looks like.

Yes we did get Tony and Palmer in the morgue and all three boys in the elevator. But what they didn’t show us was the bullpen at the same exact time, where Ziva was talking to Nick. Abby is there talking to Kasie, remember that layover in Heathrow, Abby met up with the DiNozzo fam. Tali and Victoria are doing something together. Gibbs, Jack and Fornell are going to meet everyone at the venue for Ducky’s celebration of life. And there’s a wreath of flowers that doesn’t have a tag, but nestled in the middle of the flowers is a very specific chess piece.

Ducky might not have had any blood relations left, but his family turned up for him, as they always will for each other.

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NCIS Season 21 Episode 2 Cast, Where to Watch 'NCIS' Season 21 Tonight?

Who is in the NCIS Season 21 Episode 2 Cast?  NCIS is an American police procedural television drama series. NCIS series involves a fictional team of special agents from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service. The sereis combines elements of the military and police procedural genres with comedy. NCIS has been the 3rd longest-running scripted, live-action U.S. prime-time TV sereis. NCIS Season…

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One of my favorite episodes of NCIS is coming on Berlin. My top 10 are

1. Season 7, Episode 13 Jet Lag (how you can see the sparks between Tony and Ziva)

2. Season 3, Episode 8 Under Covers (where Tiva was officially born)

3.(tie) Season 10, Episode 21 Berlin (the dance between Tony and Ziva)

Season 7, Episode 1 Truth of Consequences (Tony rescuing Ziva and telling her He couldn't live without her)

5. Season 7, Episode 2 Reunion (for the simple fact that Tim delivers the stupid but absolutely funny line 'I'm going to get a Nutter Butter)

6. Season 4, Episode 9 Twisted Sister (for the simple fact when Sarah met Tony and Ziva she was able to clock them as Tommy and Lisa instantly)

7. Season 6, Episode 2 Agent Afloat (as Ziva catches Tony with the pictures he took of her in Los Angeles when they had accompanied Jenny there, showing his feelings for her were more than friendship)

8. Season 8, Episode 23 Swan Song (for the simple fact with the way Tony is so gentle and sweet to Ziva comforting her after Franks' murder)

9. Season 10, Episode 12 Shiva (how Tony not only takes care of Ziva after Eli's murder but how he brings Schmiel to help too)

10. Season 6 Episode 9 Dagger (how Ziva protects Tony and how they work together to save Amanda. It's just so sweet.)

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NCIS: Origins introduced Gibbs’ rules in Episode 3 of the show, and though the show is still very far from the man who lives by these rules, the rules are an integral part of who Gibbs is and who he will become. But what are Gibbs’ rules?

Over the course of NCIS, Leroy Jethro Gibbs introduced his team to his list of rules. We never had a complete list, and by the time Gibbs left NCIS in Season 19, it seemed like we would never get a complete one. This was just one of those mysteries that was always set to remain a mystery. Except NCIS: Origins now introduced the rules and gave us two new ones, in one fell swoop. So, with the return of the rules, we figured we’d put together a list of the Gibbs rules we have actually gotten so far.

So, without further ado, here’s an (incomplete) list of Gibbs’ rules. And yes, there are two number ones! Don’t blame us, blame Gibbs.

Rule #1: Never let suspects sit together.

Rule #1: Never screw over your partner.

Rule #2: Always wear gloves at a crime scene.

Rule #3: Never believe what you are told. Double-check.

Other Rule #3: Never be unreachable.

Rule #4: The best way to keep a secret is to keep it to yourself. The second best is to tell one other person — if you must. There is no third best.

Rule #5: You don’t waste good.

Rule #6: Never say you’re sorry.

Rule #7: Always be specific when you lie.

Rule #8: Never take anything for granted.

Rule #9: Never go anywhere without a knife.

Rule #10: Never get involved personally on a case.

Rule #11: When the job is done, walk away.

Rule #12: Never date a coworker.

Rule #13: Never involve lawyers.

Rule #14: Bend the line, don’t break it.

Rule #15: Always work as a team.

Rule #16: If someone thinks he has the upper hand, break it.

Rule #18: It’s better to seek forgiveness than ask permission.

Rule #20: Always look under.

Rule #21: No man is ever above or below the law

Rule #22: Never, ever bother Gibbs in interrogation.

Rule #23: Never mess with a Marine’s coffee if you want to live.

Rule #27: Two ways to follow someone. The first way, they never notice you. The second way, is they only notice you.

Rule #28: When you need help, ask.

Rule #29: Lean to obey before you command.

Rule #35: Always watch the watchers.

Rule #36: If it feels like you’re being played, you probably are.

Rule #38: Your case, you’re lead.

Rule #39: There is no such thing as a coincidence.

Rule #40: If it seems like someone’s out to get you, they are.

Rule #42: Never accept an apology from somebody who just sucker-punched you.

Rule #44: First things first, hide the women and children.

Rule #45: Left a mess I gotta clean up.

Rule #51: Sometimes you’re wrong.

Rule #62: Always give people space when they get off an elevator.

Rule #69: Never trust a woman who doesn’t trust her man.

Rule #91: When you decide to walk away, never look back.

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Do you think there's a chance a streaming service will pick ncis:h? I've signed the petition but do we dare to hope? I'm tired of this happening all the time. I just dont understand. It was doing fine in ratings and it's a part of a franchise that keeps getting more spin offs? How that makes sense? Do you know the ratings compared with the others ncis shows? Sorry im asking you but im not from usa and i have no idea how american netwoks work. So sad rn.

okay SO i am also not from the us but have done this dance before sooooo:

1) from what i’ve heard, they were planning to move either another ncis show (i think sydney?) or another cbs show to paramount plus - which they now are no longer doing. in theory yes, this opens up the possibility for ncishi to move over there; in practice, i’m not holding my breath, as typically that negotiation would happen before a cancellation announcement

2) how does it make sense? the honest answer is that it doesn’t. like, it really doesn’t. it’s been holding steady at sixth of 14 cbs shows in the ratings (which is a brilliant number, ensures it’s profitable, and is also impressive for a procedural that’s still relatively new). it’s been beating a LOT of other crime procedurals in viewership and viewer retention, and reviewers have been singing its praises. i think this is why it feels so much as if it’s because they just view this show as less valuable (socially and economically) than their usual white guy cop shows; it’s very difficult to argue that your profitable, successful show is too expensive when you’re flying cast and crews across - or, potentially, internationally to - australia, to continue a less-highly-rated show with no issue.

3) as far as ratings go - ncis hawai’i episodes were pulling in as many as 10 million viewers last year (s2 e10 came in with 10.5 mil, as per variety telecast viewership reports) which has it going toe to toe with the core ncis (seems to pull approx. 8-10mil per episode, via hollywood reporter). for the 18-49 demographic across us series, ncis hawaii is ranking at #13 of #21 as per tvseriesfinale.com - this is significantly above ncis sydney (renewed, #15), and elsbeth (#19, renewed), two other cbs shows, one of which in particular is incredibly expensive. crucially, ncishi has actually increased its viewership, which is VERY difficult to do on a year to year basis. its up by 4.18% among 18 to 49 year olds - for comparison the core NCIS is down 0.83% and fbi international - a competing show - is down by 3.73%. bear in mind that even a single percentage point represents hundreds of thousands of viewers.

i also want to point out that ranking at #13 isn’t strictly representative of viewer numbers, it’s about percentage of viewers that are within that core age bracket. the neighbourhood is ranking at #6, but only pulling in 4.8 million viewers - ncishi is at #13, and pulling in 5.2 million. ncishi pulls in over half a million more viewers than four shows ranked above it in that chart.

so essentially - it doesn’t make sense. from any perspective. it doesn’t make sense from a business perspective (ncis sydney is more expensive to produce and brings in approx. 200k less viewers than ncishi, and ncishi crew had already agreed to a shortened, budget-restrained final season), it doesn’t make sense for a ratings perspective (it continues to outperform many of cbs’ own shows, including ones that have been renewed), it doesn’t make sense from a social perspective (people are loving it, even outside of our fandom spaces).

objectively, it’s a really, really bad move by cbs. i also thought being part of a franchise would be a kind of safety net - fool me once, i guess. all the evidence suggests that they just don’t care enough about ncishi, especially when they’ve got their bullshit white guy ncis origins show, a young sheldon spinoff (?? who asked?) and a plethora of other cookie-cutter shows they can just keep going with. and we can make a pretty educated guess as to why, when the main things that set ncishi apart from the other ncis shows are its diversity and character dynamics

(edit: it was pointed out that people aren’t being flown to sydney from the us, which is true, and bad phrasing on my part - but many are flown across australia at seemingly similar costs to mainland us/hawai’i flights, and i believe not all of the leads are based in australia either, so i’ve updated that bit for clarity. apologies!)

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The Sunnydale Herald Newsletter, Friday, November 1st

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[Drabbles & Short Fiction]

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NCIS: LOS ANGELES (2009 - 2023) Season 14, Episode 21: New Beginnings, Part 2 (Series Finale)

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29 years ago, on this day in 1995, the JAG Season 1 series premiere episode, "A New Life Part 1 and 2" airs for the first time.

21 years ago, on this day in 2003, the NCIS Season 1 series premiere episode, "Yankee White" airs for the first time.

10 years ago today, the NCIS: New Orleans Season 1 series premiere episode, "Musician Heal Thyself" airs for the first time.

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Did you know NCIS had 2 pre-season 1 "episode" appearances on Jag? Jag S8 E20&21. Im glad they changed Tony and Ducky a bit cause oof

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NCIS LA Season 2 Episode 21 'Rocket Man' trailer

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Not a week after the SAG-AFTRA strike ended, CBS is the first broadcast network out of the gate with a game plan for the delayed regular TV season.

CBS’ schedule, which kicks off in February 2024 — right after getting loads of promotion during its airing of the Super Bowl — is nearly identical to the Fall TV slate announced back in May, when the WGA strike was getting underway. The only differences are that Kathy Bates’ new Matlock series has been pushed to the 2024-25 TV season (as has the Wayanses’ Poppa’s House sitcom), and CSI: Vegas is now closing out Sunday nights.

Justin Hartley’s Tracker, as previously announced, will tackle the coveted post-Super Bowl slot, Carrie Preston’s Good Wife spinoff Elsbeth will still call Thursday home, and as the photo above means to remind you, NCIS: LA alum LL Cool J is locked in to continue his NCIS: Hawai’i arc.

Most CBS series are planning to have 10-13 episodes each, running into May.

SUNDAY, FEB. 11 (following Super Bowl LVIII) ~10 pm TRACKER (series premiere)

MONDAY, FEB. 12 8 pm The Neighborhood Season 6 8:30 pm Bob Hearts Abishola Season 5 9 pm NCIS Season 21 10 pm NCIS: Hawai’i Season 3

TUESDAY, FEB. 13 8 pm FBI Season 6 9 pm FBI: International Season 3 10 pm FBI: Most Wanted Season 5

THURSDAY, FEB. 15 9 pm Young Sheldon Season 7 8:30 pm Ghosts Season 3 9 pm So Help Me Todd Season 2 10 pm TRACKER (series premiere repeat)

FRIDAY, FEB. 16 8 pm S.W.A.T. Season 7 (final) 9 pm Fire Country Season 2 10 pm Blue Bloods Season 14

SUNDAY, FEB. 18 7 pm 60 Minutes 8 pm The Equalizer Season 4 9 pm TRACKER (regular time slot premiere) 10 pm CSI: Vegas Season 3 (new night)

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 28 8 pm Survivor Season 46 (2-hour premiere)

THURSDAY, FEB. 29 10 pm ELSBETH (series premiere)

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6 8 pm Survivor (2-hour episode)

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13 8 pm Survivor (return to 90-minute episodes) 9:30 pm The Amazing Race Season 36 (90-minute episodes)

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Monday, October 14, 2024 Canadian TV Listings (Times Eastern)

WHERE CAN I FIND THOSE PREMIERES?: BARNEY'S WORLD (Treehouse) 9:40am NCIS (Global) 8:00pm NCIS: ORIGINS (Global) 9:00pm

WHAT IS NOT PREMIERING IN CANADA TONIGHT?: THE WRANGLERS (CW Feed) PRESS YOUR LUCK (Premiering on October 21 on CityTV at 7:00pm)

NEW TO AMAZON PRIME CANADA/CBC GEM/CRAVE TV/DISNEY + STAR/NETFLIX CANADA:

AMAZON PRIME CANADA PRIME MONDAY NIGHT HOCKEY – PENGUINS VS. HABS WE'RE MILLENNIALS. GOT A PROBLEM?

NETFLIX CANADA MIGHTY MONSTERWHEELIES

CFL FOOTBALL (TSN/TSN4) 1:00pm: Redblacks vs. Alouettes

NHL HOCKEY (TSN5) 1:00pm: Kings vs. Sens

MLB BASEBALL (SN) 4:00pm: Mets vs. Dodgers - Game 2 (SN) 7:30pm: Guardians vs. Yankees - Game 1

TRACKER (CTV) 7:00pm (SEASON PREMIERE): The disappearance of a family in the backwoods of Arkansas leads Colter to a shocking discovery; Reenie opens up her new law firm and enlists Velma's help in setting up shop.

NBA BASKETBALL (SN Now) 8:00pm: Bulls vs. Bucks

MURDOCH MYSTERIES (CBC) 8:00pm: Murdoch moves into a rooming house where a quirky fellow tenant insists that the detective help investigate an apparent murder in the building.

WILD ROSE VETS (APTN) 8:00pm: Dr. Allison's clinic is full of nerves and worry as she and her staff bring in their own animals for vet care; Dr. Emma picks up some tips for working with small companion animals from Calgary's top exotic vet specialist.

NFL FOOTBALL (TSN/TSN3/TSN4/TSN5) 8:15pm: Bills vs. Jets

HORSE WARRIORS (APTN) 8:30pm: Logan Red Crow races against the men and manages to turn a nasty spill into a personal triumph; in Maskwacis, the River Cree team is dealing with issues.

PLAN B (CBC) 9:00pm: Traveling back in time to prevent a murder-suicide, Mia kidnaps the would-be killer, but her plan backfires, leaving blood on her own hands in her pursuit of justice.

PARIS HAS FALLEN (CTV Drama) 9:00pm: Zara and Vincent's pursuit of Pearce leads them even up into the sky, and they finally understand the lengths Pearce will go to avenge the people he loved; there is more danger than ever as Zara and Vincent try to stop Pearce.

PRISON CHRONICLES (History Channel Canada) 9:00pm/9:30pm (SERIES PREMIERE): Alcatraz: Three stories of men willing to take risks to escape the cold, dark cells of "the Rock"; six convicts organize a jailbreak; three men attempt an elaborate breakout. In Episode Two, ADX: On ADX, "Alcatraz of the Rockies" located in Florence, Colorado, Ishmael Petty attacks the staff; Tommy Silverstein finds a way to communicate with Ramzi Youssef; an inmate starves himself to protest the prison's policies.

RADICAL AGE (Vision) 9:00pm (SERIES PREMIERE): Six seniors attempt to stay relevant in their pursuits.

THE TRAITORS CANADA (CTV) 10:00pm: While some players fear for their future in the game, a mission highlights just how well others can bluff their way through it; the Traitors have a secret mission, but agreeing on the course of action could threaten their success.

INSOMNIA (CTV Drama) 10:00pm: Realising her home has been infiltrated by a wolf in sheep's clothing and her family is in danger, Emma races to save them.

TOP CHEF CANADA (Food Network Canada) 10:00pm (SEASON PREMIERE): The chefs go back to basics in a Skills Race, featuring Top Chef Canada finalist Wallace Wong; while cooking at Judge Janet Zuccarini, the chefs showcase their culinary styles by creating a dish inspired by a major first in their life.

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Heading into its 21st season, NCIS has a tough job: properly paying tribute to David McCallum, who died at the age of 90 in September, and his character, Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard, who was first introduced in the backdoor pilot episodes of JAG in 2003.

Season 21 Episode 2, airing on February 19, 2024, is the one tasked with doing just that, and it will be cowritten by the actor whose character we first met as Ducky’s assistant, Brian Dietzen. (Jimmy Palmer is now a doctor himself and the chief medical examiner.) Dietzen is once again collaborating with Scott Williams, with whom he wrote Season 19’s “The Helpers” and Season 20’s “Old Wounds.”

“In the episode, the team will learn of Ducky’s passing and reflect on their memories of him as they grieve,” co-showrunners/executive producers Steven D. Binder and David North told TVLine. “And true to Ducky’s meticulous and compassionate nature, even after he’s gone, he still manages to solve one last crime with the team.” They also promised “a very touching and special moment you won’t want to miss.”

But what moments need to be in what is sure to be one of the most powerful, touching episodes of the series? We suggest just those below.

An episode worthy of David McCallum and Ducky

Listen, this should go without saying and it’s more likely than not that we’ll get it, but it’s the only way to kick off this list. Whatever the tribute ends up being, it should be one that would make McCallum proud and properly reflects what both his and Ducky’s legacies mean for the show and franchise. That, of course, would include flashbacks to significant moments over the past 20 seasons.

Major returns — or at least mentions

While Dietzen and Sean Murray (who plays Tim McGee) have both been part of the show since Season 1, they were both introduced (and recurred) then. But Gibbs (Mark Harmon) has a long history with Ducky — the 400th episode detailed its origins — and Tony (Michael Weatherly), too, was part of the JAG episodes. We also saw what Ducky meant to characters who have since left like Ziva (Cote de Pablo) and Abby (Pauley Perrette) over the years. (Gibbs, Tony, Ziva, and Abby are also characters Dietzen told TV Insider in February he “would be ecstatic to write for.”) At least one major return would be great — especially from Harmon, given Ducky and Gibbs’ friendship — but if that doesn’t happen, these characters need to at least be mentioned in a significant way.

At least one flashback with Young Ducky

Adam Campbell has appeared in four episodes since Season 12, including the 400th, as young Ducky, and from his first, it was clear he was perfect casting. And if Mark Harmon isn’t in the episode, his son Sean Harmon could always return as young Gibbs for a flashback highlighting the early days of that friendship.

Palmer sharing an anecdote about Ducky...

… just like Ducky did all the time. He’s the perfect person to deliver it, and it would be especially fitting if that is what helps the team solve its case, given Binder and North’s tease in their statement.

Heartfelt emotion, grief, and joy

It’s going to be a heartbreaking hour. We already know that. But there needs to be (at least a little) joy as well as Ducky’s life is celebrated. Not only could that work, but it could also fit the bill of what Dietzen previously told us he wanted to tackle when it came to writing his next episode: “I would love to do a lighter show, for sure. … But that said, if I could dig into some darker stuff with any one of these characters, that would be a joy to do as well.” Ducky lived a long life. There are some stories still to be told. Those could certainly bring some laughs.

Acknowledgement of what Ducky meant to NCIS beyond the team (and their memories)

Sometimes it’s easy to forget about the rest of the agency, but Ducky didn’t just work with this one team. And he continued to mean quite a deal to NCIS as its historian after he left the chief ME position. There could be some sort of gathering — outside of a funeral, if that’s shown — or not, but what there definitely needs to be is something permanent in the building that serves as a reminder of the legacy Ducky has left behind.

It ends in the morgue

Empty, lights out.

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The Sunnydale Herald Newsletter, Wednesday, November 23

Buffy : A bear! Spike : You made a bear! Buffy : I didn't mean to. Spike : Undo it! Undo it!

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[Drabbles & Short Fiction]

A Piece Of Wood by badly_knitted (Willow, Buffy, G)

A Thanksgiving Date (To Remember) by Apache Firecat (Spike/Buffy, PG-13/T)

A Case of Nerves by madimpossibledreamer (Buffy/Devil May Cry/Resident Evil/Background NCIS Crossover, Xander, Teen)

Buffy the Dragon Slayer by SlowMercury (Buffy, not rated - worksafe)

scared of falling by claddaghrings (Angel/Buffy, G)

Biting Without Fangs by TheClowniestLivInExistence (Fred/Wesley, E)

Stickshifts and Safetybelts by Lady Emma (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

Bloody Trousers by ClowniestLivEver (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

Stickshifts and Safetybelts by Lady Emma (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

[Chaptered Fiction]

Lucid Nightmares - Chapter 1 by corvidyus (Scoobies, G, canon levels of violence)

En hurlant à Une Lune de Béton ; Le souffle des mots comme tel de la poussière chantante dans le soleil comme brise caresse.... L'histoire d'un poète Vampire, Ch. 22 by Violette-Milka (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

What Lies Within, Ch. 22 by cawthraven (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

Fangs Out, Ch. 21 by Dynamite (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

Kaddara Hade, Ch. 13 by hostile17 (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

Fade Away Again, Ch. 12 by Willow25 (Buffy/Spike, PG)

The Thing About Being on the Road, Ch. 10 by scratchmeout (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

Better the Devil You Know Ch. 5 by SlayrGrl (Buffy/Spike, R)

Favor, Ch. 6 by EllieRose101 (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

Vacation with a vampire (Sequel to The Sphere) - Part 2, Ch. 9 by Coraline (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

Imperfect Destiny, Ch. 1 by MelG_2005 (Buffy/Spike, R, in Spanish)

It Devours, Ch. 8 by Buffyworldbuilder (Marvel crossover, FR13)

Merry and Xander, Ch. 3 by calikocat (Merry Gentry Series crossover, Xander, FR21)

Scoobies in a galaxy far, far away, Ch. 5 by DoctorSkywalker (Star Wars crossover, Willow, FR18)

Supporting The Incredible Hulk (And Bruce Banner), Ch. 9 by NobodyAtAll (Marvel crossover, Willow, FR15)

Tuning Frequencies, Ch. 1 by Sithicus (multiple crossovers, Xander, FR18)

Fangs Out, Ch. 21 by Dynamite (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

The Thing About Being on the Road, Ch. 10 by scratchmeout (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

Unfavorable Odds, Ch. 2 by bookishy (Buffy/Spike, R)

[Images, Audio & Video]

Banners: 7 deadly sins by Double Dutchess (Buffy/Spike, worksafe)

Banners: 7 deadly sins by Double Dutchess (Buffy/Spike, worksafe)

A Willow/Tara gifset by slayer-pride-parade (worksafe)

Spike by sonyshock (some nudity)

Figure repaint: the Master by thegothicalice (worksafe)

Vid: You're On Your Own Kid by confessionsofaswiftie (Buffy)

Illyria by lihtarryk (worksafe)

Demisexual pride icons by pridebicons (Tara, worksafe)

Every Outfit: Triangle by whatshisfaceblogs (Buffy, worksafe)

[Reviews & Recaps]

habeas corpses is like... by badrecognition

After Life by handsofabitterman

Rank the Season 1 Episodes by RDHWesley

I think season four was the best season [of AtS] by sdu754

[BtVS] Season 4 is... such a gem of a season by jdpm1991

Pop Culture Role Call: How Cordelia Got Her Gru Back - Angel S03E15 - Loyalty

[Recs & In Search Of]

Spuffy fic rec: Immortal by Sigyn recced by spuffybot and ennairea

Fic recs: Spuffy style Reading Challenge - #14: Adult Fanfiction Challenge by mcgnagallsarmy

Anyone know where I can obtain this font? (Buffy the RPG) by Drkuyks

[Fandom Discussions]

it really bothers me when people blame illyria for fred's death by gothcarrie

also i really wish that illyria had infected connor instead of fred by gothcarrie

I didn’t really get the point of Xander/Anya by kitkatt0430

characters who have fucked in my personal canon by mag22

Buffy/Angel by gmac, Stoney, Nina, bespangeled

Which team [Buffy's or Angel's] had the better.... hosted by LightBlueSky55

Holland Manners was really stupid by LouisaEveryday

Women in Angel as the series progressed by DrPepper450

What would say was Buffy's (the character's) best and worst year? by Walkerman97

[Articles, Interviews, and Other News]

Buffy Summers to be added to the Broforce roster next year via henzINNIT

Want to know where James Marsters will be in 2023? Then check out this handy pic by jamie_marsters

UPDATED James Marsters Comic Con Liverpool 2022 Reports, Pics & Videos via jamie_marsters

Jane Espenson on Twitter: "A big hug to all who celebrate Pangsgiving..."

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