I find it interesting that people think the beach party confrontation in Season 1 and the scene where Robby returns to Miyagi-Do to find Sam in Miguel’s arms in S3 are complete parallels. They’re not, there are actually quite a few key differences.
Let’s look at the way Miguel handles the situation at the beach. He’s completely wasted and when he confronts Sam, gets increasingly aggressive both in body language and vocally. He accuses sam of being a liar and completely disrespects her. When all Robby does is try to say sam was telling the truth, Miguel straight up shoves Robby and of course then tries to again and accidentally hits sam. Robby had every reason to pipe up and get involved in this scene - Miguel was coming across as aggressive and borderline threatening. Let’s not forget, Robby was also probably acting on pure instinct which has been ingrained in him over the years. Robby is used to seeing his mother mistreated by various men as suggested by how protective he is of her and his warning to the man in S2 about not hurting her. He sees Sam potentially receiving the same treatment from her currently aggressive boyfriend- it’s no wonder he stepped in. I hate that people try and blame Robby for butting in- what was he supposed to do ?
In terms of Robby’s handling of the situation, in S3 when he confronts Sam- we can see he’s visibly upset, but there’s no aggression. There’s no threatening body language or raising of his voice. I can sort of understand why Miguel would want to defend Sam, but the fact of the matter is there was actually no real need for him to pipe up. Robby wasn’t coming across as threatening the way Miguel was in S1. All Miguel piping up did was escalate the situation. I find it interesting that Robby pipes up in S1 to try and deescalate the situation - not looking for a fight- and Miguel who’s already been escalating it, escalates it further by inciting violence. When Miguel pipes up in S3 however, it’s not an attempt at deescalation - in fact, it’s pretty evident that Miguel is all to ready and prepared for a fight. This comparison is very in keeping with both characters. People view Miguel’s actions here as heroic- I don’t. I think they’re unnecessary.
Another key difference is that, as I previously mentioned, when Robby intervenes in S1, Miguel straight up pushes him to the ground. He immediately initiates a physical altercation. It’s only after that, that Robby issues a challenge in response to being shoved and provoked. When Miguel intervenes in S3, Robby actually gives Miguel the chance to back off first and that’s when Miguel issues an unnecessary challenge-unprovoked- in an attempt at being a hero. It’s a very key difference. Miguel immediately resorts to violence in S1 whereas in S3 (and just generally), Robby’s approach is words first, actions second. That’s a key difference between these characters in these scenes and again in general. Miguel is all too prepared to incite violence unprovoked while everything Robby does is reactionary. He never actually initiates violence without reason or without being threatened.
This leads me to both Miguel and Robby’s reasons for being angry and attacking the other. In S1, Miguel and Robby have never met. There’s no history between them. Miguel has witnessed Robby having dinner with the Larussos and next sees Sam and Robby at the beach. (In fairness to Miguel, I don’t think it was the best move for Sam and Robby to show up holding hands when there was tension between Miguel and Sam- even if Robby was just helping her down the hill). But at this point Robby has never actually done anything to Miguel to warrant Miguel’s hatred towards him. Miguel’s dislike of Robby- again, a guy he’s never met at that point- is based on pure paranoia and insecurity caused by miscommunication in his then toxic relationship with Sam. Miguel’s antagonism towards Robby isn’t based on any concrete facts. Robby and Sam aren’t together and cheating like Miguel assumes they are. Miguel ignites a rivalry between him and Robby based on pure speculation. He ignites a rivalry essentially for nothing.
By the time we reach the S3 altercation, there’s obviously much more history between Miguel and Robby. In Robby’s mind, Miguel is the guy who has continually attacked and provoked him during their interactions, with the most recent attack having horrendous consequences and landing Robby in juvie when all Robby wanted to do was stop the fight and protect his girlfriend. I’m not condoning Robby moving to attack Miguel, but because of the history between them, I’m far more understanding towards his reasons for doing this. I would completely understand if Robby was thinking he would strike first before Miguel got the chance to do what he always does- again, strike first- especially after Miguel issued a challenge unprovoked and was ready to go. Robby’s reasons for attacking Miguel actually are based on concrete facts and objective history between the two. This might be a stretch - but Robby going to punch Miguel could weirdly be considered a form of defence after being threatened. “If an enemy insists on war- then you take away his ability to wage it” comes to mind. That approach worked with Robby in juvie when he dealt with Shawn threatening him - so in Robby’s mind it could work with Miguel threatening him now. Miguel was ready for a fight- so Robby was going to get in there first.
This leads me to both of the boys’ anger towards Sam in these altercations. Like Miguel and Sam’s confrontation, Robby and Sam’s is centred around misunderstanding. The difference is I would argue that Robby has more justifiable reasons for being upset with her. Again, Miguel’s anger towards Sam was based on nothing but paranoia. The one thing I can understand Miguel being angry about is her hiding their relationship from Daniel and that only fuelled his insecurities. The simple fact of the matter is - again, she wasn’t cheating on him. Nothing really warranted him being THAT angry and disrespectful towards her. Miguel just assumes the worst in her without any concrete evidence.
Robby’s anger towards Sam is more understandable and yet, he’s still respectful towards Sam even after he learns she cheated on him. He STILL defends her against anybody that speaks badly of her and gives her the benefit of the doubt. Then after all of his defending of the girl who cheated on him and who hasn’t been there for him, he comes back to his once safe place to find her in the arms of the guy she cheated on him with and who has made his life a living hell since their first interaction. Anybody would be livid and even after all of that- Robby’s first instinct isn’t to immediately incite violence the way Miguel’s always is.
People look at these “parallel “ situations in far too simple a manner. There’s so much context and nuance to them that actually makes them completely different.
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Ok oh boy just finished watching episode 18 of the Mandalorian it's 1 am gonna be typos n stuff maybe fic maybe not for future me to deal with
HOLLY FUCKEN SHIT!!!
y'all think that the Mytho was like sleeping like all this time, like after the Annihilation that put Satine and Bo's family in charge of Mandalor. Since we know that Mandalorians don't have a true king let alone pass the crown to their son so to speak like regular royalty. Like the Kryze clan was part of the then Mand'alor's council and maybe even being considered for next in line but they sided with the Republic after maybe not being picked or may be the Republic offered better deal. Yet it goes horribly wrong and Mandalor is now a desert wasteland, they lost he people's trust and are now the Republic's puppet.
Those who do not bend are pushed out by republic forces the first of many exiles to come. Until Mandalors relationship with it's neighbors crumbles, we know the Tung expand out to other planets in the system before moving into the sector so it wouldn't be far fetch that the planets closest to them making the bulk of the Mandalorian Empire.
The Republic know this and target those planes in particular but given that most are to dangerous for human life they are ignored and the next step would be to exile them. They are wiped out history as time continues with them gone so to does the knowledge of Mytho and other supposed tales. Maybe those who were being exiled sealed Mytho away to insure that the Republic puppets would never become true Mand'alor. Along with sealing Mytho they took artifacts relating to Mand'alor, like the Mask is taken by a person to be hidden, maybe a cape made of pure crystals from the Planet Shogan that symbolize the Kara as each crystal is coated in a melted armor of the previous Mand'alor in the shape of an iron heart. As the planet is said to have connections to the force The spear of the Mand'alor is broken into three taken to separate Planets. The Dark Saber is given back to clan Vizsla as a red hearing to keep the Republic busy. The Mand'alor Basilisk droid is shut down and takes apart and scatterd across that system of planets.
As the Mandalorians kick out more of their neighbors Aliens only excepting human the stories are lost. Until the night of the Purge and Mytho's seal is broken strong like any being who has lived for so long. They know something is wrong they sense life but no one shows. Maybe the wake and sees the destruction believing that the Annihilation has just passed, or maybe it knows time has passed and it waiting for it's people to return.
Until one day a Mandalorian falls into the water and another one rescues their brother in arms
Idk speculations and stuff
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Paint the Town Red | MV1
summary: when the biggest rumour of the season turns out to be true, how will it effect the bond between you and your best friend?
note: hello! I am alive, I promise. The past few weeks have been wild and I'm slowly returning to be with you all! This is also my first ever SMAU, so PLEASE be gentle with me!
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F1: BREAKING: Y/N Y/L/N to join Scuderia Ferrari in 2024!
The race-winner from Alphatauri will end her current contract with the Red Bull family after a record-breaking two seasons together. Y/L/N is the first driver to win four consecutive sprint races as well as setting phenomenal wins in Monza and Silverstone
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landoleclerc: FINALLY! she's getting some good recognition and deserves this seat so SO MUCH!!!!!! 😭
scuderiaferrari: welcome home, Y/N ❤️🏎️
pitstopboxbox: I can't believe the rumours were true lmao, who agreed to this?
y/ntauri: @pitstopboxbox she's so much better than half the grid, she deserves this more than anyone else 🤷🏻♀️
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alphatauri: After two seasons together, Scuderia Alphatauri and Y/N Y/L/N will be parting ways at the end of the 2023 season.
Y/N has always been a valuable and loved member of our team; as the first woman in Formula One racing to score points on the grid, we are more than proud of all we have achieved together. She will always be a loved and appreciated member of the Red Bull Family. We wish her every luck in her future at Scudeira Ferrari.
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redbullracing: thank you for everything, Y/N! 💙❤️
lechairalonso: you all never deserved her, we know what was said about her! Y/N TO FERRARI!!!!!!!!
scuderiaferrari: we'll take good care of our girl! ❤️
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yourusername: After an incredible two years and discussions with Franz Tost, Christian Horner and Adrian Newey, I have come to the decision to leave Scuderia Alphatauri at the end of the 2023 season.
Racing has and will always be an incredibly huge part of my life; I will forever be grateful for the opportunity given to me by Alphatauri and the passion and energy I have been able to put into one of the most important things in my life. Franz has been a leader and a legend, Yuki my best friend and the entire team here and back home are phenomenal.
Whilst I am sad to leave behind a legacy created, I am proud to take my next steps into the future as a Scuderia Ferrari driver. This has been a dream of mine ever since I was a child and I cannot wait to fufill the wish that my younger self desired for so long. I want to thank everyone for your love and support along the way and I hope to make you all proud.
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ynarmy: onward and upwards! we can't wait to see your NEXT adventure! 🏎❤️
yukitsunoda0511: I'll miss you forever, keeping your seat warm always! 🤍
redbullsupermax: ain't no way Y/N is winning anything now, this was her best bet as a woman lmao.
sainztsunoda: @redbullsupermax PLSSSS and ur PFP is literally a cheater lMAO 😂😭
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f1gossip: Has the Y/L/N transfer to Ferrari caused issues already? Eagle-Eyed fans among the sport spotted that Three-Time World Champion, Max Verstappen, has UNFOLLOWED Y/N.
The two have been known for having an incredibly strong relationship on the grid and Verstappen has mentioned to the press multiple times that he believes Y/N would be a suitable driver for Red Bull. The two have known one another since their racing in Formula 3. Has this move to Ferrari caused strain on this friendship?
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oconredflags: there's no way that something like this could split them up? they've been friends for SO long? 😭❤️
ferrarilover1655: nah I'm sorry, max is salty that she's moving onto better things. she has every right to be happy and he should be supporting her
vettellovers: @ferrarilover1655: she's literally moving to FERRARI. WORST MOVE EVER. 😂😂😭
astonalonso: LANDO IN THE LIKES BRUUUUUUH. 👀👀
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scuderiaferrari: The future is red. Say hello to the SF-24, designed and built in Maranello.
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raybans: we're painting the town red in 2024!
yourusername: 🏎️❤️
vettelschumacher: Y/N is going to be the greatest thing that's happened to this team in SO long
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sffanpage: Charles Leclerc and Y/N Y/L/N at Maranello for the SF-24 Launch today! Y/N visited the museum before the official launch and the two were seen leaving the event at the same time after stopping to speak to fans!
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papayasainz: they look like they'll make SUCH a good team? They had so much banter during the launch I LOVE LOVE THE VIBE ❤️😭❤️😭
louisaferrari44: @papayasainz RIGHT? when Charles was welcoming her too and they were giggling when Fred came on, ICONIC 😅
ferrariofficialfanpages: we've need something fresh for so long and I'm so excited that this is happening 🤍❤️🏎
supermaxredbull: I give it 2 races and she'll be done lmao
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yourusername: The SF-24 is here and I am so excited! Such a beautiful car built by an incredible team. I hope I can do you all proud this year!
Thank you to everybody who came out to support the team; I feel so welcome and loved and I cannot wait to begin this season on a high! Forza Ferrari! ❤️🏎
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f1: we can't wait to see you on track in red!
ferrarifans16: SHE'S HERE! OH MY GOD SHE LOOKS SO GOOD AND I'M NOT READY!!!!!
charles_leclerc: welcome to the family! ❤️
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maranellomadness: Y/N IS ABOUT TO REVIVE US ARE WE ALL READY?????
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charles_leclerc: SF-24 Launch was incredibleeeee 🤩
Thank you to all the fans and the love in Maranello today, I can't wait to get behind the wheel and bring us some memories and points. ❤️
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yourusername: forza charles! ❤️
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sffanpage: good luck this season Charles! we can't wait to see you bring home all the points!!
vettelalonso: CHARLES IN RED WILL ALWAYS BE MY ROMAN EMPIRE 😍😍😍
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