ThisDark Matterreview contains spoilers.
In this latest episode, Five (a.k.a.
The Kid) believes that the crews sordid past doesnt matter; only who they are now counts.
Fives understated but powerful response: Same with them maybe, right?
An interesting counterpoint to her leadership is One (a.k.a.
And the other characters fall into place around them.
And Four (a.k.a.
Twos eventual manipulation of the situation by playing one corporation against another brings it all together beautifully.
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Now if only the galactic scale of the conflict were more impactful.
The Mikkei Combine is likewise nondescript and far from menacing.
I know, I should give it time, but first impressions matter.
Much more intriguing are the mysteries on board the ship.
Whats the object inside the puzzle box?
Why is Five seeing other peoples dreams?
Whats behind the big door?
Who wiped the memories of the shipmates?
Was Five a captive of the others?
Or an equally dangerous member of this mercenary group perhaps even more deadly?
The victory that One achieves for standing his moral ground is both admirable and potentially dangerous.
Rating:
3.5 out of 5
