Buffy The Vampire Slayer 4x20 The Yoko Factor Reaction | First Time Watching

Buffy The Vampire Slayer 4x20 The Yoko Factor Reaction | First Time Watching
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After joining forces with Adam, Spike drives a wedge between Buffy and her friends. Meanwhile, Angel's return to Sunnydale leads to a violent confrontation with Riley.
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[@IslandpferdeHaukagil]

The reason that Spike is so successful is, because he is kind of telling the truth, with just a tiny exaggeration or a tiny little twist to stir things up. He is saying stuff that they all have been thinking about lately. Xander feeling trapped in his basement-life, Willow feeling ignored by Buffy and not taken siriously, Giles feeling useless and out of place between those teenagers. These conflicts had already been brewing the whole season and this episode is a phenomenal pay-off of that.

[@ConstanzeWeber]

Quite so. The most effective lies are always wrapped in truth.

[@KthulhuXxx]

Spike may have put a bit of gasoline on it, but the fire was already there.

[@williambowman1660]

A well timed truthful statement applied in the wrong way has ruined marriages, partnerships, and political agreements for centuries Spike knows an outlandish lie will be viewed as false but a statement in truth designed to hurt a personal fear embellished by a plausible lie has broken has many relationships as cheating. Good observation

[@Patriciobuenisimo85]

Playing on their insecurities. Because he can’t hurt them physically. I think it’s given him an acute awareness of how to do psychological harm

[@therealpbristow]

@@Patriciobuenisimo85 I think he's known *how* for a long time (he used to hang out with a master of the craft, after all!), but now he's more focussed on actually *doing* it, since all his other toys have been taken away.

[@interstellardave]

Spike is such an interesting character. Virtually everyone loves him, even when he’s causing hurt to the other characters that we love. The scene where they’re all arguing is so well done… equal parts funny and upsetting. Spike’s manipulation only worked because there are lingering resentments and insecurities within the group that have been festering since High School graduation.

[@julesreacts]

Oooh there's a few people against Spike in my comments section 🤣 I really don't mind though, as we all like different things! But yes, I'm a Spike fan these days. I really wasn't too fussed on him in the beginning! It all started when he was being picked on relentlessly by Angelus that turned me around, and also that chip helps a fair bit HAHA

[@Axetwin]

"Surely they can't make me cry two episodes in a row" I'm going to remember you said that. For no particular reason.

[@zenithquasar9623]

I think she has already forgotten about "I Will Remember You" and "Hero" ahaha.

[@chanceneck8072]

Oh Yeah... I'm looking forward to that. 😅

[@keithhunt5328]

5x16 and 5x17 anyone?

[@apulrang]

I love how Angel is so petty in this episode. It's hilarious.

[@jolean_cujoh]

12:05 - That smirk Angel gave lol Even though he's like 200 years old, he still acts like an immature teenager when it comes to Buffy

[@sherrysink3177]

The 240+ year old vampire is the one who goes all "he started it." Lol! I loved that.

[@CharlieHiber]

this isn't the first time Spike has used his perseptive abilities, he told Angel and Buffy they would always love each other, that they couldn't escape it, just because he comes across as a violent fighter, people forget just how smart he actually is. just two more episodes this season, I can't wait until you get to see them!

[@Emburbujada]

Drunk Giles is too much fun! And Spike... well, if he can't hurt you physically, he'll find another way. Never trust a vampire ;)

[@julesreacts]

What about Angel 👀

[@Emburbujada]

@@julesreacts Ah, but he's not just a vampire, he's the vampire with a soul!

[@1matrix9]

68 pages left in the book of Buffy and I know I'm not alone in saying I look forward to Juliette's reactions with great affection. It's like the perfect date with a dear friend and there is no judgement or expectation. Just pure joy and mutual respect.🥰

[@julesreacts]

Thank you 😻

[@alexie5201]

This show combines comedic and serious moments so well. Like that scene where the gang is having a fight. It's a serious moment, a lot of hidden truths are out, but it still has funny moments, like Giles' drunk commenting. And it feels very natural. Love it.

[@gehrehmee]

the off-screen "bloody hell" kills me

[@Buffy8Fan]

I love this episode because, to me, it hits on the climax of the theme of the season: the high school group failing to stay connected in college. That started with Buffy feeling isolated in the first episode and not being believed about her roomate to anything concerning Riley and The Initiative to Willow and Tara issues, as well feeling ignored to Xander not being a college guy issues to Giles feeling useless (as a watchers [which he got fired from] and a father figure) without a job. Spike didn't make a mess so much as opened the groups eyes to all that they've been ignoring and were in denial about since _The Freshman._

[@Steve_Blackwood]

*”Billowy coat, king of pain”* Best line ever! 😂

[@DaveF.]

You're not falling for 'Riley's just lost his best friend so he's gone to confront the monster that killed him'?

[@ashleytuchin7693]

People often forget how clever and observant Spike is. He's a student of human nature and despite not having a soul, he's very intune with people's emotions, so after spending most of the season with the Scoobs he's keenly aware of their little gripes, grievances and insecurities. We've already seen him mess with people throughout the season, so I love him shown to be a master manipulator here - not so much sewing seeds of doubt, but just hitting the right triggers to bring out all of the issues that have been building within the group. I know you love Spike - we all do - but we've got to remember, as he keeps trying to remind the Scoobs - that he's evil. I've always thought of this season as one of transition - perfectly representing the feelings of uncertainty and insecurity that come after leaving high school - and this episode is where all of those feelings come to a head. Oh and I think I forgot to say this last time, but apparently Tara was originally only meant to be in a few episodes, helping Willow learn more about magic before moving on. But then Joss Whedon saw how much chemistry there was between Alyson Hannigan and Amber Benson and started toying with the idea of making them a couple. This was another fantastic reaction Jules and I can't wait to see what you think of the last few episodes of Season Four.

[@julesreacts]

Ashley! I hope you had a lovely weekend! You know.... Spike DOES remind us that he's evil. ALL THE TIME! And yet, it always surprises me when he actually shows that evil side to him 🤣 I think I'm just happily in denial!

[@JeccaJ]

Drunk Giles is the funniest mvp. There's definitely more Spike shippers than haters at this point. He's always been the more cerebral of vampires, the 1st time we meet him he takes the time to study Buffy, uses his wit and charisma to survive. This episode showcases that; you don't have to be violent to inflict pain, and while Spike is lovable, he is still an evil vampire without a soul, albeit with a chip. Dude found a loophole for hurting people, fair play to him. Gotta get your rocks off somehow when you're immortal 😅

[@zenithquasar9623]

"Bloody hell!" cracks me up so much!

[@thomasbeauchamp3781]

It may have been the editing, but in Buffy and Angel's heart-to-heart, he came to Sunnydale to apologize for the things he said but I don't recall her apologizing. She wasn't blameless in the situation and said some pretty hateful/hurtful things as well.

[@julesreacts]

Hmmm... something to think about!

[@sirmoonslosthismind]

"you weren't entirely wrong" is as much as buffy conceded, and i for one am 100% ok with that.

[@S_B-]

22:14 Spike, to Jules: 'How many times do i have to remind you that I'm EVIL?!' 😂

[@julesreacts]

I will never give up 🤣

[@Michael75579]

"Can't any one of your damn little Scooby club at least try to remember that I hate you all?" - Spike, This Year's Girl

[@artman2oo3]

Who is Jules?

[@julesreacts]

.... it me 👀

[@artman2oo3]

@@julesreacts oh! Duh! Lol Sorry I thought they were trying to say “Giles” sheesh. I only got 2 hours of sleep last night. Can I use that as an excuse?

[@williambowman1660]

Fun reaction and I commend you for wearing your heart out there for all to see. Sharing emotional thoughts in public is not as easy to do as you make it appear. One of the great strengths of the writing in Buffy is how they intertwine the unseen big bad of the season with the overt outward big evil/ villain. The real big bad this season is really time and what it does to friends and relationships. Buffy, the Scoobys, Angel and Giles were together… bonded by circumstances right before graduation. Think of the final few minutes of the end of Season 3. First Angel disappears into the smoke. The gang says goodbye to high school and Cordelia is soon gone. Oz is the next to leave for good but before he does there is not the reason, public school, for Xander to share days and experience with Buffy and Willow. Giles is now aimless and is not a good Hugh Hefner. And that is the point. No external bad guy, not a vampire, just the time of life moving forward. This can not be slain only traversed. At its core the show is about Buffy and her journey/ quest to become a strong, independent, and complete woman . Her story is how to conquer obstacles both internal and external in becoming a victor without having to compromise her values, integrity or moral center The 4th season is about navigating the random societal challenges placed on American youth by a system not explained or even questioned .Americans are placed into the same system/ age determined process. The children are tossed together by birth dates and then put in the same educational assembly line.Natural talents are usually stumbled upon and if not discovered, left to rot. Then at 18, they are to find the perfect next fit and determine their course for security and happiness for the next 60 years. But Buffy is different and she is The Chosen One that must do all required to fit in this world and defeat evil. Season 4 is messy and so is the first time away from home, a routine, and meeting life expectations. Spike uses the spoken word, some truth, a few half truths and false narratives to create division between Buffy and her circle of friends. And that is what happens in life at work, social groups, and neighborhoods . It is not a Big Bas with a weapon but a serpent with an evil tongue. In the Garden of Eden the devil did not appear until after Eve was created. How did the serpent separate Eve from first Adam and then Adam from Go? Not with a physical weapon but from the thoughts he placed in their minds with the spoken word.Human nature, fears of inadequacy, and loneliness by isolation is the ultimate evil this season. Buffy does not always use a stake to achieve victory . One last thing to consider is that Buffy may lose battles but she has the maturity to regroup and will always wil the war. Enjoy the next 2 very interesting episodes . Then buckle up for the incredible ride that makes up Season 5. The Buffyverse is about to kick into another world unlike any previous year.

[@spamfilter32]

I really love Buffy's sweater and her hair style these last couple of episodes.

[@pillmuncher67]

I liked her yummy sushi pajama.

[@alooncnej4696]

I prefer her with no curly hair

[@gordongoblin]

Spike is so good at reading people you wonder why he ever bothered with violence as a way to hurt them

[@littlecitygirl]

I know it makes me a bad person to say that I've always loved how this implosion of the gang happens. Spike had such an easy job because the fractures were already there. Looking forward to next week! :)

[@joselopezforque8745]

I never comment, but you are one of my 3 favorite Buffy and Angel reactors🙃

[@julesreacts]

Thank you, Jose!! That is so lovely of you to say 💜

[@salyx]

Ah yes, Spike’s superpower.

[@caitlin329]

Spike's accent slip on 'attitude' at 6:10 is one of the few my English brain refuses to ignore lol

[@julesreacts]

HA! Nice catch!

[@therealpbristow]

[WAVES HAND] I just figure that, like Angel, Spike's spent so much time living in the USA that his accent's drifted. That happens in real life, and to some people much more quickly than others: Gillian Anderson says her accent flips whenever she gets off the plane, on whichever side of the Atlantic, with no conscious thought required. (She *can* consciously flip it back if she chooses too, but by default it just becomes "appropriate local accent"). Once when I was young we drove down to Cornwall - where my Mum had lived for a few years as a child, during WW2 - and I noticed her accent start to change *literally in the car* as we were nearing our destination! Just seeing the familiar sights as we drove past them was bringing back memories for her, and the accent she'd picked up during those years came back with them.

[@Ringer5]

Ha! The roller coaster of emotions you have while watching Buffy and Angel; you're gives me whiplash, Jules! lol One minute you're holding back tears when watching Giles self-sabatage then 1 second later "OHH! LOOK AT THE CAT!"

[@ronfehr7899]

Spike referred to Buffy's pals as the Slayerettes. Wasn't that a word that Willow once used in season 1?

[@sherrysink3177]

This episode is a great mix of funny and distressing. Spike stirs everything up, which is hilarious, but the outcome of it -- actually seeing our team fighting and separating -- OWWWWW.

[@heather9857]

Thank you for the great editing for the scene in Giles' apartment with the four of them arguing. It's such a perfectly written scene❣

[@julesreacts]

Ahhh Heather, thank YOU!!!

[@warrengday]

Spike is in full Iago mode in this episode.

[@killianlpc]

Some interesting parts in this episode, highlights are Angel and Riley acting like jilted teenagers in Buffy's room, and the smug smile Angel gives Riley when she says she needs to talk to Angel alone. Also Giles being drunk and telling Buffy 'you'll get your arse kicked'. Buffy really hurts Willow and Xander when she says 'I guess that's why there is now ancient prophecy of the chosen one and her friends' after all they have done for her, and she has done for them. Some excellent work by Spike setting all the friends against each other like a modern day Iago from Othello, there was foreshadowing for this in The Earshot episode when Buffy was reading the students mind re Othello Play. Giles playing Freebird is of course the highlight.

[@DaveVampireSlayer]

They hurted Buffy so many times in the past.... Despite everything they didn't believe in her about Jonathan and Kathy.

[@lilywong9672]

Forest is totes in love with Riley lol.

[@TheMrsWatcher]

I think you're neglecting the past tense there Rupert.

[@lilywong9672]

@@TheMrsWatcher He was still alive when I commented lol.

[@BenBanjo87]

Nice kitty Tara and Willow have got 😊💜🐱😊💜🐱😊💜🐱

[@julesreacts]

Yes!! She is just gorgeous 🥰🥰

[@MatthewSnell-zh3cd]

The "funny drunk" gave some much needed levity to an intense scene. Spike tapped into everyone's insecurities, much like the fear demon in the Halloween episode. Interesting to see how their inner fears changed throughout this season. Thanks again for a great reaction!😊

[@julesreacts]

Matthew, thank you!! I'm so glad you enjoyed this one. Giles was a MUCH needed source of humour in this one, that's for sure!

[@rogertemple7193]

Great it's time for more of Buffy and the Gang, we also get to hear Anthony Head (Giles) singing some more in this episode have a beautiful weekend Juliette.🇦🇺😺👋🇦🇺

[@Diamond_Dust2.0]

NEW BUFFY REACTION DROPPED EVERYONE WAKE UP!!

[@leesmith9299]

24:22 i take angel saying "i don't like him" as him actually saying he does like him but it's nicer to say you don't so your ex knows you still care. hence buffy saying thankyou. she understood the way he said the opposite of what he though.

[@colleenmarin8907]

I see it more as Angel saying that no one will ever be good enough for her

[@therealpbristow]

It's the protective thing: "I like him... But if he ever hurts you, I'll kill him!" =:o}

[@frugalseverin2282]

Spike sometimes works with the Scoobies and sometimes against them. He helps them, he hates them, very inconsistent.

[@julesreacts]

Yes, definitely!

[@colleenmarin8907]

We saw in the Halloween episode that Spike enjoys chaos. Seems to me like he also enjoys creating chaos

[@russellward4624]

I think Miss kitty fantastico is a fabulous name. Lol

[@julesreacts]

It's definitely growing on me 🥰 **looks at my 3 cats and considers a fourth just to name it Miss Kitty**

[@becca1189]

@@julesreacts What are your cats names? More importantly, how are they all doing? ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@julesreacts]

Awww Becca, thank you for asking! They are all good. I've bought a little cat bed to put in the background so you'll hopefully see them a bit more 🥰 I wouldn't be without them, but they've made going on holidays almost nonexistent haha

[@becca1189]

@@julesreacts It's difficult to trust others with the fur babies!!! ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@Twiceborn_by_grace]

I really look forward to Buffy/Angel days. Your reactions to them really brighten my day.

[@Tardisius]

Sad to see Forest get impaled..Someone should have told him to Run Forest Run...=))

[@julesreacts]

OMG 🤣

[@becca1189]

Normally the gang having a tiff churns my tummy, but this one is just too humorous for that. Especially Giles. Great reaction! See you for Angel!! ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@julesreacts]

Giles was SO needed in this episode 😅💜

[@Patriciobuenisimo85]

We’ve seen in season 2 even when Spike didn’t have his chip that he can be worked with but only if he sees the benefit for himself which at the time was getting drusilla back.

[@DaleyMac]

Hey Juliette. Great reaction as always. The shows you're currently covering were some of my absolute favourites from my teenage years and early twenties and am having an absolute blast rewatching these with you. Keep up the great work.

[@julesreacts]

Daley, thank you! Much appreciated!

[@danilopapais1464]

Hi Jules! I love that they show how powerful words can be and that not everything has to be done with brute force and magic. I wish modern movies and tv series would implement that more, especially for female heroes and villains. It also shows Spikes intelligence. Have a wonderful day.

[@andrewblanchard2398]

02:58 🎶 FREEBIRD 🎶

[@p3mk13]

Im so glad I stumbled upon your channel! Your videos feel so wholesome and love your reactions

[@catindigo9907]

You do a wonderful job with your reactions, I always look forward to them. This episode is very reminiscent of my day to day ba4n yard life. The bickering between the ducklings and goats and alpacas. Today I noticed one of the barn cats snickering as the antics went on, I think I sent you her picture, while it went on. I think I need to send all the animals to sensitivity training. Well atheist with spring coming back the ravens have returned, and the newts are coming out again. Have a wonderful day.

[@julesreacts]

Thank you, Cat 💜 I can TOTALLY see how much bickering would happen between all of your animals each day! They all have their own, very determined, personalities. You are a brave man, having to deal with them day in and day out 🤣 I have a water bottle that I spray the cats with when they are fighting. That might work for you 😅

[@Kronos74]

They really missed an opportunity fot buffy to yell Run Forest here.

[@kendavis8046]

They use Xander shamelessly as the bearer of inadvertent disclosures of personal information, and I like Xander and wish he had more heroic moments! (Well, he's had a few, and may have a couple or two more before the series ends, but no spoilers!) This was a critical episode to understand what is to come. And as always, thank you once again for a wonderful reaction. My wife is away for the weekend to attend a baby shower for our daughter-in-law, and our first grandchild (HUZZAH!) but we were unable to secure a house sitter for the pets, ARG! It's okay, because we will be there together shortly after the birth next month. First granddaughter! Sorry, I got off topic, but I am looking forward to being a grandfather! Back to the episode - the interactions between Angel and Riley was wonderful. And Angel's parting line, "I don't like him," was humorous indeed. Riley didn't react well, but I'll cut him a break. And FWIW, there is actually a Fort Dix. They made puns out of it, but it exists, once as an Army Fort. But it is now a "Joint Base" of various military units due to a process called BRACC (Base Realignment and Closure Commission) directives in the 1990's into the early 20-teens.

[@caitlin329]

Spike's ultimately pretty emotional (as a vampire this generally comes through as things like impulsiveness lol), but it also means he's good at reading other people. It's a good skill to have when he can't physically do much damage. I also love Spike inadvertently hyping Buffy up to the other villains. 'I just haven't beaten her because she's *so* good' yeah ok

[@chanceneck8072]

God, what a FANTASTIC episode. You have no ide what you're getting yourself into. But we are finally here. Now my favorite chunk of this series is about to begin. The stuff I remember from REwatching myself....

[@dallassukerkin6878]

Another one that I enjoyed all the more for not remembering it :) This episode really struck me with how well the interplay of characters is - not one weak link in the acting department

[@SeeJay81]

Many of the Buffy writers were fans of the Classic Doctor Who. There's a famous line from Doctor Who when two doctors cross timelines and see the others Tardis "oh you've redecorated. i don't like it!" I wonder if the line in this episode "Oh, Riley! I don't like him" was a nod to DW.

[@julesreacts]

I have heard that! I adore it 💜

[@cruelangel8689]

Wasn't that from the 5 Doctors when Doc 2 showed up to the future UNIT HQ so he could catch the Brig's speech? After the Brig introduced him to the current head of London UNIT, the Doc looks around the office and says "You've had the place redecorated havent you? Dont like it."

[@therealpbristow]

I doubt it's a reference to that. But you're right about some of the folks having "DW fan" on their resume. Indeed, several of the folks involved in setting up Buffy's first season had previously been involved in the DW TV movie. Of the two projects, if one of them had to be dead on arrival I'm glad it was the Fox/Universal version of DW rather than Buffy... Especially since we eventually got a much better revival of DW anyway!

[@caitlin329]

​@@therealpbristowAnd NuWho was in a few different ways Buffy influenced! (And you can see the 'Angel' influence on 'Torchwood')

[@jeanlafayette7152]

@@cruelangel8689 It was in The Five Doctors, but that line was riffing on a similar comment made by the Second Doctor in The Three Doctors, and on that occasion he was talking about the TARDIS console room.

[@evatesche]

10:49 after countless rewatches you are gonna notice the frequent re-use of this particular make-up wound over the course of the whole show 😅

[@julesreacts]

I love Buffy's neck scar 🥰

[@Swooshez90]

Spike, while not one of my favourite characters, is undoubtedly the most perceptive character on the show. He picks up on things that none of the others do and he can always read their emotions.

[@jevonk]

He’s not so good at self-reflection and working on his own flaws though. It’s easier to see weaknesses in others.

[@caitlin329]

​@@jevonkI think he's usually quite good at self reflection, just not good on self improvement lol He's normally aware of his issues but isn't inclined to 'fix'/work through them

[@caitlin329]

Like way back in School Hard he recognises he's impulsive, but he lacks a soul so doesn't exactly have motivation for self improvement (and doesn't care about the risk; he loves it!)

[@lindsays7232]

I always get a kick out of Buffy shoving two grow men across the room.

[@FluffySasha102]

I was just wondering when you are watching the episodes. Are you watching the whole episode are just parts of it?

[@julesreacts]

Oh, of course I watch the whole episode! Full reactions are up on my Patreon. They are edited down for youtube due to copyright. You won't find any reaction channel that shows the entire episode on KZbin 😊

[@texn7526]

Giles was hilarious!🤣😂Fantastic episode thanks so much Juliette🥰 Great seeing Angel again, hopefully she mean't she was going to seek his help to fight Adam. Although she probably mean't Riley😵‍💫

[@julesreacts]

Giles is the best 🥰 I just wish we saw more of him this season! I am so glad things worked out okay with Angel. I was really worried!! Thank you, Texman. I'm so glad you enjoyed this one 💜

[@therealpbristow]

@@julesreacts I think is about the time ASH started to get frustrated with needing to be away from home so much, especially as he wasn't all that important to most of the episodes. Adjustments were made to give him a shorter work-spell in LA.

[@MyFeuerFrey]

Always felt that all spike achieved here was to speed up the conflicts already brewing - things have been going this way for a while now, simmering beneath the surface, some even longer than a season (like Willow feeling neglected by Buffy which was a thing even in s3 premiere). Spike brought them all out in the open. We saw team bickering since s1 and its never truly resolved (because realistically it cant be) so it's not surpirising the end result here is so explosive.

[@tonydeluna8095]

Love me some vampire slaying on Fridays !

[@drb6771]

Hello Jules, hope you have a great weekend!👋👋👋👋

[@alooncnej4696]

Not a fan of the episode, Spike is convincing but too easy to make the clash between Scooby gang. The initiative arc was too rushed because of the Walsh departure. Adam could be interesting but it is understandable he is not the favorite villain. Some of great scenes and drunk Giles is so funny

[@ronfehr7899]

You're not falling for a Riley/Adam joint effort. Well, one reactor was not as sure. She had her suspicions about where Riley's loyalties were. I personally tend to side with you, despite the ending.

[@julesreacts]

I'm used to being tricked so these days I try and outsmart the show. Most of the time I'm wrong, but one day! ONE DAY I might be right 🤣

[@spamfilter32]

Glad to see you have joined the Spuffy/Bike train!

[@julesreacts]

ALL ABOARD!

[@shaynaformity1384]

Once again, Giles's choice of song is poignant. Although the lyrics are supposedly about being free (and its writers confirmed that's what it's about), it definitely has an air of melancholy to it. And Giles asking "if i leave here tomorrow, would you still remember me?" fits his mood so well. He feels so unneeded and unappreciated. The unheard following lyric "this bird you cannot change" also points to Giles's calling as a Watcher. It's who he is at a fundamental level, what he's meant to do, so not having the role of Watcher is so painful for him.

[@80smoviesfan]

Drunk Giles was Very Funny. 😂😂😂 And i also don't buy it. Riley working with Adam,No Way. 🙄🙄🙄

[@julesreacts]

They definitely set it up to look like that at the end, but I'm not easily fooled (ssshhhhh I really am haha)

[@Henrik_Holst]

Redeem me into childhood Show me myself without the shell Like the advent of May I’ll be there when you say Time to never hold our love My fall will be for you - My fall will be for you My love will be in you You were the one to cut me So I’ll bleed forever - Nightwish Just thought of that when you said "I'm not falling for that" for some reason :)

[@dougwoody332]

Looking forward to next week's episode, and *really* looking forward to the one after that.

[@mijmijrm]

you're afraid that Adam will kill Spike. .. but .. isn't Spike already dead?

[@julesreacts]

Well, yes, but I mean DUST him 🤣

[@frugalseverin2282]

I've never been to Deadonia and have no desire to visit.

[@Henrik_Holst]

Now imagine being the deadest man there :)

[@freddiemolinajr.8397]

Good reaction the yoko factor is a great episode

[@NerdySwede]

Spike is bad sure, but he really doesn't seem AS bad as he did in the beginning of season 2. Has he like really tried to kill Buffy since then? If so he is doing an exceptionally bad job. Even now his main goal seem to get the chip out of his head than to actually kill Buffy. But of course he can't say no to a little manipulation. I love his ability to see insecurities in others to use to his own gain, he is so perceptive and seeing stuff the scoobies aren't even noticing. So yeah, he is still bad but not AS bad... (in my opinion).

[@KeatonWarner1]

Bloody hell 🤣 I love this episode! 👍

[@julesreacts]

That moment was AWESOME

[@tomswift3482]

Hey there, Jules!💜 Loving your colors this day. You never fail to blend so nicely with your room. I know some keep pounding the EVIL EVIL label, but I don't really dismiss your thoughts as to Spike. He's not totally for Buffy, but he certainly is not totally against her, and I think this moment is no different. He's not afraid of her - but he leaves the Why is she still around question unanswered. His biggest thought now is the possibility of getting the chip out. And if this Initiative is so good at focusing chips on enemies, why doesn't Adam have one - to prevent exactly what he did, and is doing? Once again, the overlooked factor here is Xander - who's the one who sparks the whole Angel thing again, with Riley. No matter who is with whom, Xander cannot stand anyone being with Buffy. He acts supportive, but always casually drives a nail or two into anyone that romances Buffy. 4:21 - Your time to Smile this chapter!🥰 Then Buffy and Riley - Xander has set the hook and we're back to high school antics again. Spike riling up Xander? All for it - karma.🤣 It somewhat takes laughs/power away from the phrase "The Yoko Factor" when it has to be explained because of the average age of the audience... 🤭 I took the Adam line to be - Well, I kill your BFFFFF and was wondering why it took you so long to come at me Bro! He's just ready to mop the floor with Riley, but he doesn't know Buffy is coming and not only Buffy, but Angry Buffy. Spike has warned him... he doesn't listen. There really is just too much testosterone going around... 🤭 It is ironic that the grownup comes to town, apologies are made, and all things forgiven, the future is back on track, for Angel and Buffy at least, but all the Sunnydale residents are still having their adolescent squabbles, insecurities, and childish misunderstandings. All of it (except for the Xander moments) caused by a few simple phrases from Spike - I mean, my god, have they never met him before now?🤣 A good setup episode. You refused to be sucked into the misdirections,😉 and look ready for the next bit of this arc. Have a great weekend, Jules.🤗💜 I hope it's a lovely one, and I'm looking forward to something chill for your next. 😊 Here? Rain all day - today and tomorrow, then the time change nonsense, and it will suddenly be light out until about 8 p.m. and 9:30 or so, in another month and a bit. Disgusting, but, it is what it is. Have something delicious tonight!😋

[@julesreacts]

Tom 💜😸 I am still a Spike fan, despite knowing he's EVIL and BAD 🤣 I just have hope, gorram it! What is life for, if not to live in hope that everything will be okay?! I think you're right about Xander. I like him, but I will admit it's mostly his humour and comedic factor that I enjoy the most. He's definitely settled down since Anya, but he still remains very protective of Buffy (or should that be jealous?). He hasn't seemed to dislike Riley, but maybe that's because he knows Riley would kick his butt 🤣 And Riley would probably be too unbothered to even do the kicking in the first place. Raining there all day and tomorrow just makes me look outside at the sun with narrowed eyes. A perfect weekend for you to be cozy and warm inside! I haven't yet made my mind up about dinner, which is worrying. I refuse to get to the end of the day and go for the regular handful of things I usually go for 😅 I haven't had time to edit the chill Sunday video 😭 It's not been a great week with feeling under the weather but hopefully next week I'll be a lot better! Enjoy the rest of your evening, dear Tom 💜 and thank you, for everything!

[@JoeThornhill]

I know this is completely random, irrelevant and late, but finally, an American saying a phrase correctly at 0:18. "Hold the fort". Not "hold *down* the fort".

[@McCrispyTaco]

Season 4 is the best season 🙏🏻

[@julesreacts]

It's been great!!

[@estoy1001]

[bloody hell!]

[@davidmeadows5627]

No X Files this week?

[@julesreacts]

Unfortunately not, I've been sick 😔

[@davidmeadows5627]

@@julesreacts OOOH, sorry to hear that. Take your time. Hope you're okay, and please get better soon. :)

[@julesreacts]

Thank you, David 😸 I'm feeling a bit better but X Files is the only show that's recorded and edited on a week by week basis so if things happen, I will fall behind on it a bit. Hoping to have the next episode recorded and edited this week ✨

[@hjermsted22]

All hands on deck! We have to stop a super powerful monster. Except for you, Angel. You go home. I always found that weird.

[@julesreacts]

HA! Poor Angel.

[@biffstrong1079]

Now this is more my idea of a good crossover episode. Buffy and Angel get to be cool and even Riley gets to hang in there. So much better than the last Angel episode. I don't know if I told you this before : Spike is Evil. Exactly like Tony Robbins. Free Bird. Spike is good at this. Love his method acting. Great Riley Angel fight. And he's trying to make things better. I do love Angel giving her "Reilly, I don't like him" Felt a lot better about both characters after this. All three characters.

[@Deadwood1919]

While the Giles singing bit is funny, I was a bit sad that he did that to a Skynyrd song. 😁

[@TenebrousFilms]

A musician needs to practice, you know.

[@NyderOfSkaro]

Brilliant episode, and I'm still a huge fan of Season 4 and the Adam character. Spike is amazing here, he's at his best when he's a villain, a view I very much stick with. Though points to Spike for knowing Yoko was a scapegoat! Sadly Forrest joins the Obligatory Recurring-Person-of-Colour-who-dies group following Kendra and Mr Trick. Seriously, Buffy really needed to do better. I loved the series, but its record on race is damn poor. Add to the fact that they made Forrest the angry, reckless one... Also, now you've seen "Angel", I'd like to point out Mr Trick was HUGELY wasted, because he'd have been PERFECT on Abgel, perhaps working with Wolfram and Hart. Massive missed opportunity there.

[@Tantalus010]

My opinion is the wrong person apologized in the whole Buffy/Angel discussion, but Angel _did_ really make a mess of the apology. Spike's manipulating of the Scoobies was pretty masterful. I've never really cared for Spike, but I will say that he has these weird, sudden moments of perfect insight. He'll suddenly be really good at reading people and seeing things that others miss (like today, or like how he knew Willow was broken up about losing Oz when Buffy and the others thought she was handling it well). He'll use that, then turn around and go right back to being an idiot. Like I said, it's weird.

[@cruelangel8689]

Very true. Buffy's first reaction was ' ...after the things you said to me.' Again, it's all about her. Then even after Angel concedes and apologizes for his side, the best she can do is ' well, SOME of the things you said were right'. Sigh.

[@LLLLLL-wp9bz]

I actually think Angel was the best choice to make the apology. Because he was in this case the most objective person. Sometimes the person hurt the most will dig in the most. And if you love them, you will realize this and help them let go of the knife. Angel didn’t apologize because he was wrong but because he was able. Angel was the best prepared/equipped to withstand the radiological shitstorm that was Faith. And he was therefore the best equipped to ‘rescue’ Buffy and Wesley. After Faith tore into them.

[@DaveVampireSlayer]

​@@cruelangel8689Why you refuse to listen well the their words?? Buffy uncerstood her mistakes and was sorry for those! She apologizes to Angel too Yeah she is shelfish and egocentric and she never recognised her mistakes ... 😑

[@DaveVampireSlayer]

@Tantalus010 @@cruelangel8689 Buffy recognised her mistakes and apologized to Angel. She is no so egocentric! Oh well, she is egocentric, but less than many other characters of the series. Angel was right about Faith, but he used the wrong attitude with Buffy, making her feel totally wrong when she had her own reasons. That was a situation where other 3 are not totaly innocents or totaly guilty.

[@Tantalus010]

@@LLLLLL-wp9bzThat is an entirely fair point. I am also using 'radiological shitstorm' from now on.

[@andrewblanchard2398]

02:58 🎶 FREEBIRD 🎶