[Harry Lime]

Episode 3 - Thoughts

I think that this is where they start to find their rhythm, and why three episodes were released at once to start off. I felt like the first two episodes didn't leave a lot of time to take a breath, and this one allowed all of the groups to stay put for a little while and actually talk to each other.

There are already departures from the books, which makes it easier for everyone new to follow along, and gives those that have read the books an ability to be surprised.

Thom Merrilin is a welcome jolt of personality. I like the emphasis on Darkfriends as a major potential villain, and it will be nice if we spend enough time with some of them to actually know them as characters.

I forgot how deep this world actually was. Totally blanked on the Tu'athan, and happy to already see reference to Aiel. Although in my mind I pronounce them 'ALE'.

I see some real progression from episode to episode. Condensing the books gives them a lot of leeway in storytelling. Aside from Thom, most of the best characters haven't even been introduced yet!