![]() ![]() I can't help but be concerned for the future of my new favorite Muppet. The one character who was closest to Thra, representative of love and heroism, is likely to become an instrument of its demise. Her very identity is lost to how it affects the world around her. Though she is not killed through these acts (phew, I’m not heartbroken yet), she is left broken, infected, and unsure of what to do with the darkening. In the final episode, she absorbs so much - too much - of the darkening that the Emperor hurls on the Gelflings and their allies for the sake of protecting her friends.įor another take on The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, here's how the new Netflix series is bringing the magic of Jim Henson to life again: Much later in the series, Deet is gifted the ability to absorb the power of the Darkening within herself thanks to the Sanctuary tree. It's when Hup tells Deet the correct path to Ha'rar, that he receives a small kiss, and he and I made this face:Īs Deet expresses her confidence in the ability to unite all Gelfling against the Darkening, Hup explains that it's unlikely they'll receive aid when needed because the majority of Gelfling clans do not interact with one another, simply because they are different.ĭeet's stance to say no against hatred, and yes to the love of all of the creatures of Thra serves not only as another example of her overall awesomeness, but a reminder that when it comes to certain issues, that being nice to one another maybe isn't the most difficult task to ask of ourselves. Their banter continues to provide the viewer with heartwarming glee, as Deet questions the world around her, and Hup explains in the most sincere, and best way that he's capable of. It's quick, and doesn't overstay its welcome. The dialogue that is shared between Deet and Hup throughout that scene, and their early adventures in the series closely resembles what one might experience in a game of Dungeons and Dragons. When confronted with the Arathim, she's (kind of?) rescued by Hup, a podling with a thirst for adventure whose ultimate goal is to become a brave Paladin in the All-Maudra's army. She’s greeted by everything from violence to racism - but fortunately she has someone just as delightful as she is to come to her aid. When Deet begins to encounter various creatures on the surface of Thra, she tries to win them over with her charm and kindness. That realization comes to Deet too once she ventures to the surface world of Thra. Though the Jim Henson Company production on the surface seems like it could be lighter fantasy fare, it quickly becomes clear that this is a dark world where horrible things can and will happen to creatures we care about. Much like Game of Thrones, no character - Gelfling or otherwise - is safe from death in Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. Thankfully throughout the series, one character does his very best to ensure Deet's safety. In less than 60 minutes, this series manages to introduce characters, places, and plot points that are entirely new, and thanks to the 1982 film's established story, we're left not only rooting for our heroes but shaken at the idea that anything would ever happen to them. She's so concerned for the condition of her world and loved ones that she's willing to leave everything behind (having no experience mind you) in order to restore balance. ![]() This is a dark world where horrible things can and will happen to creatures we care about.When Deet speaks with the Sanctuary Tree in the first episode, she's being thrust into her place in the Hero - or in this case Heroine's Journey. ![]() Her love of her family, friends, home, and Thra are so unabashedly selfless that she doesn't just willingly accept the ability to absorb the darkening, but desperately seeks for a way to be able to do so. If Rian is the brawn and Brea is the brains, Deet serves as the defining symbol of love throughout the series, much like Elmo is to the residents of Sesame Street. When we first meet Deet, her kindness, temperament, and sweet voice provided by Game of Thrones veteran Nathalle Emmanuel serve as the perfect hook, line, and sinker to quickly establish her as the heart of the series. ![]()
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