I WAS RIGHT!!!!! | Non-Book Reader Reacts to *PERCY JACKSON* Ep. 8 The Prophecy Comes True

[@zdrusse11]

"Sudden obsession with Greek mythology" is a pretty typical response to Percy Jackson.

[@deaconwedmore3685]

As the weird kid who had a collection of Greek mythology books in the back of the classs, I can confirm

[@ninakrishnamurthy6674]

Funnily enough, for me it was the other way around. As a kid I was obsessed with Greek mythology, and that obsession led me to Percy Jackson LOL

[@Makaneek5060]

Got me to the primary sources and actually studying Greek today.

[@drpigglesnuudelworte5209]

It was required reading in 4th grade and I read the whole thing and loved it and read the whole series. I would get in trouble for reading in class id rush to get tests done so i could read after and my teachers who had been teaching for thirty plus years said this was the first time they had to have a talk with the parents because a child was reading. After I finished all the series, including the Kane chronicles, I was waiting for magnus chase to come out and I started reading Percy Jackson’s Greek gods and heroes and then I started watching overly sarcastic productions and now I’m reading Dionysian plays, I finished the Iliad, and I’m about to start the odyssey

[@acdragonrider]

@@deaconwedmore3685 I started getting into the books right around when Last Olympian was released. But my obsession predates Percy Jackson: I was a huge fan since my parents bought me D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths when I was six or seven (2000/2001). Then even more so with the age of mythology game. I participated in a mythology bee in eighth grade, and had my copy of Edith Hamilton’s Greek Mythology in eighth grade class. Ironically, the Latin history teacher at my middle school was the very guy Rick based Mr. Brunner/Chiron off of. More recently, ten years ago, I spent quite a bit of time majoring in ancient history. One of my classes was dedicated completely to reading the Iliad and Odyssey and studying them

[@carlossoto222]

I like how Zeus, Poseiden, and Hades kind of act like you'd expect them to based on birth order. Zeus, the youngest brother who loves to manipulate to get his way. Poseiden is the one who's a little rebellious and doesn't like to be restrained. But in the end, he plays peacemaker by surrendering to spare his son. And Hades, as the oldest brother, is willing to let his younger brothers have their slap fight because he sees himself as more mature than they are.

[@pckrichards7980]

OMG yes!!! That’s exactly it

[@diyakm7633]

I am youngest but please don't compre me with that piece of $h!t

[@justbeyondmythoughts]

As an older sibling of two brothers, this made me cackle bc yes absolutely

[@carlossoto222]

@justbeyondmythoughts I'm the oldest myself. I know how Hades feels. Sometimes, you just gotta step back and let the younger ones smack each other around while you go have a drink and smile lol

[@mcneca1]

Love this description!

[@flickerfilms568]

The part where Luke runs away when he sees Annabeth is something I as a book reader find so sad because of knowing their full backstory. He knew he had to run because he just couldn't fight her. I mean, even in the show at this point its explained how they were on the run together since Annebth was just 7 years old. Luke always thought of her as a sister, imagine having to fight the closest person to you.

[@Raine-97]

Exactly.

[@mr.stuffdoer8483]

We desperately need flashbacks of them and Thalia in season 2/SoM

[@flickerfilms568]

@@mr.stuffdoer8483 I haven't even considered them not having a flashback. If they don't, I will actually die.

[@lightdarksoul2097]

@@flickerfilms568 I also noticed how regretful this luke sounds when he says that he didn't think percy would give the shoes to Grover. He feels some kind of relationship to Grover thanks to him saving them as kids or rather trying to. So this accidental almost killing him hurt Luke

[@flickerfilms568]

@@lightdarksoul2097 You’re so right, that just goes to show how close all of them really were.

[@ryanmadden7384]

Fun fact: in mythology and in Percy Jackson, Chiron is Kronos’s son. So when he says he is persuasive, he knows. Daddy issues ABOUND

[@MaiiOrduna]

I'm pretty sure that's a spoiler

[@borjankosarac3645]

If you know the myths then you know.

[@StellaLoreley]

@@MaiiOrdunaI mean, if you google Chiron it’ll say he’s the son of Kronos anyway. Besides, it’s mentioned pretty dam early in the next book, so

[@jamesdee759]

It's not a spoiler, it's just part of the Greek God's family tree. I found out about that back when I was watching Hercules Legendary Journeys and Xena Warrior Princess back in the 90's

[@jasond.2147]

Stop spoiling!!! For those who don't know the books or mythology it is a spoiler! Stop it!!!!!

[@CatherinesClaws]

fun fact about the lightning thief book is that instead of a swordfight, luke basically tosses a scorpion at percy and tells him "good luck" 😭

[@percabethfangirl7784]

The fact is the sad thing about Luke is he’s right about the gods. He’s has a reason, and Percy agrees with him. Where he went wrong is he chose to go to Kronos, he chose the darker of the two choices.

[@Raine-97]

💯 and love your username btw 😜😭💙

[@alex._420]

Frrr like, if I was a demigod having to chose, I might be tempted like, his points are fucking real like everythingnhe said was true I agree that the only pblm is the way he went abt it bit at that time he didn't know what going with kronos would mean and he didn't really have any other option

[@bryancraig6584]

to quote the musical "the gods are real and they have kids and those kids have issues "

[@likecat7886]

Me reading every quote from that DAM musical like it is in the songs. (,,The sea doesn't like to be restrained" one of the best bits from the The son of Poseidon).

[@serenac.7192]

Luke's story actually devastates me because his reasons for hating the gods are completely valid. They make total sense. When he tells Percy that they ARE friends he MEANS it. He genuinely believes that he's doing this for the benefit for all demigods. He thinks he's protecting them. He's only 19 and Kronos, Lord of Time and the Titans, has completely manipulated him and warped his brain. Yes, Percy, Annabeth and Grover are small, but Luke is just a kid, too! He's been hurt and abandoned and uncared for. He ran away from home and lived on the streets with Thalia and Annabeth till they made their way to camp. Not to mention losing one of his only friends (Thalia) BECAUSE of the gods. He has every reason to hate the gods and want to see their downfall. It's just that Kronos got to him first and pushed him to an extent where now he's chasing his goal to a level that's too far.

[@radioactive_sunflowerz2450]

Yeah he's the prime example of "I understand why you did this but I don't like HOW you did this"😭

[@katiekat44]

@@radioactive_sunflowerz2450yes! His actions are inexcusable, but his reasons are understandable

[@mr.stuffdoer8483]

Yeah, the change to the scene with him and Percy at the end is genuinely a huge improvement to the books. It immediately makes him a villain but still completely understandable.

[@airynwilliams5930]

Walker and Charlie’s acting in this scene was amazing!!!! You can see the tears in both of their eyes the whole scene, especially Luke.

[@alex._420]

FRRRR I cry every time I see it, the acting in this whole show is great but this scene in particular is just SO GOOD you can see the realisation of percy and everything 😭

[@mr.stuffdoer8483]

I’ll be very curious how Luke’s character is handled and how well the actor handles it going forward. He did a great job being nice, so I’m curious if he’s as good as the bad guy.

[@alex._420]

@@mr.stuffdoer8483 well, the betrayal scene was amazing so I can only be hopeful for the next season!

[@raedalley993]

Also note in the books smelly gabe aka socks with sandals is like much more abusive… and sally turns him to stone on purpose and sells his statue so she has money to reach her dreams and goals for her job and her and Percy

[@eleanorligon7941]

She could still sell his statue, call it “Porch Pirate” instead of “Poker Player” ;)

[@raedalley993]

@@eleanorligon7941 oh my gosh I hope so that’d be iconic

[@toastoast]

Yeah I think Gabe getting turned to stone is much more deserved in the books. He’s still not a good guy in the show, but since we don’t see the abuse on screen it kinda feels like overkill imo

[@keysersoze8110]

Of course, in the film it was way worse - Percy intentionally hid the head in the fridge so it petrified Gabe next time he opened it. He chose to do that. On purpose. Film Percy is a murderer of humans. 👍

[@Melanie-jy2nw]

@@keysersoze8110to be fair, book Percy had every intention to be become a murderer of humans to kill Gabe 😅 only reason he didn’t was because sally took that responsibility from him

[@emma_carol]

Just non-spoiler-y context to help you appreciate some of the little details a little bit more! 1. It was VERY big for annabeth to give her necklace to Percy- not only does each bead commemorate each year she's spent at camp half-blood, the ring on it is from her dad, which we know she has a rocky relationship with. So her giving her most prized possession (second only to her invisibility hat) is big- it's like she's moving on and accepting her past through what Percy has taught her 2. annabeth being present during the Luke betrayal was not in the book, but to me makes the betrayal WAY more impactful. We don't know all of Luke and annabeth's backstory yet in the show, but they are like brother and sister, and he didn't want her to be there to see it. His face and the way he said "annabeth" when she takes off the cap is SO sad because we know she must really be holding it together seeing her "big brother" do this. And what's crazy is that in the beginning of the show before percy started to change her perspective on the gods, she would have never joined Luke, but even now as a developing character, she is on Percy's side 😭 remember in episode 3 when Percy mentioned how he didn't want Luke on the quest cause he knew Luke and annabeth would always side together. Ugh its so amazing to me how Percy has had such an impact on her

[@TheBrandonMinich]

Apparently in the book Poseidon has a monologue about Percy’s mom but they let Toby Stephens do it all with just his facial acting and it’s perfect

[@alex._420]

Yeah, the sentence "she's a queen among women" is thrown in it and I' still not over it

[@aleynawilkie6354]

Later on Percy tells his mom that Poseidon called her a queen among women and Sally reveals that he once offered to build her a palace in the ocean

[@n20n98]

Now, as a Poseidon apologist from the books (not that it’s hard given how the other gods are, but he is one of the better parents) I’m so happy that everyone is loving Poseidon 😭 he has his faults but overall I do think he loves both Percy and Sally and the series is doing a really good job at showing that (saving his son from the arch, giving percy 4 pearls, him surrendering to save Percy’s life).

[@Nortarachanges]

I love Poseidon! He is a better dad to Percy than any other kid he has, though. Like the other gods might look better if their favorites were main characters. But I am a lifelong Hephaestus apologist ^_^

[@mr.stuffdoer8483]

The casting was perfect for making him likable even after everything.

[@blakequake2351]

The scene with Zeus and Poseidon is probably my favorite in the whole show, especially cuz it wasn’t in the book. Not only is it a great change as an adaptation of the book but it also ties in with a major theme that later books will introduce: “the greatest power is the power to yield”

[@Nortarachanges]

Hestia shoutout! ^_^

[@likecat7886]

,,With great power comes great time to take a nap" - Our little prince of darkness🖤💛

[@mr.stuffdoer8483]

@@Nortarachanges hestia is bestia

[@anniestrooo]

Currently half avoiding my Ancient Greek homework by putting this on so I can reminisce on Tuesday’s emotional journey (I personally adore almost everything they’ve done with this show and I’m very sad that a louder half of the internet isn’t a fan)

[@movienightwithjacqui]

I mean…this kind of qualifies as Ancient Greek homework, right? 😄 thank you for watching, and we’ll just have to be loud enough to drown them out! ❤️

[@Nortarachanges]

Apparently it did well enough to get renewed! So maybe a loud minority instead of half ^_^

[@aleynawilkie6354]

I love the show! My main complaint is just that the episodes weren't long enough and there weren't enough episodes. I mean, shows used to have like 20 episodes per season! And my only other issues are things that I believe were caused by that. (lots of stuff cut out and less time spent in the scenes that we did have)

[@borjankosarac3645]

I will also say, I really hope Disney doesn’t drag their feet on renewing the show for future seasons; in particular, we don’t want a “Stranger Things” issue of 2-3 years between seasons. If we can get an 18-month cycle it’ll keep them growing up too fast and not be too spaced out.

[@mr.stuffdoer8483]

They need to go faster on filming though. The kids already look too old for their part. Teen look vastly different after just a few months, if they get years ahead it’ll be jarring.

[@GodBear97]

The pain on Poseidon's face immediately following Percy asking if he ever dreams about Sally is just the perfect non-verbal "Every damn day"

[@typo1345]

fun fact, that gold blood is straight out of the myths. Its called ichor, and is the lone body fluid of immortal beings (meaning Chiron also has ichor as blood) its also very toxic to mortals. A single touch can kill.

[@JacobLunbeck]

I completely agree that Gabe (socks with sandals) as they portrayed him was a jerk, but didn't deserve to die to medusa's head. Now the book version on the other hand is another story. He is considerably worse including being physically abusive to Sally Jackson. Definitely a more horrible person there. Great reaction and hope we get a season 2 as soon as possible! I can't imagine the show doesn't get renewed.

[@jessicamallik9729]

Honestly that was one of the only changes I REALLY hated. That and the summer solstice change

[@tvc1028]

Just listing their reason, “Gabe is a lot harsher of a presence in the book,” Steinberg tells TVLine. “When you’re reading a story, you can read past the parts that could be upsetting if you’ve stopped to give them more thought. You don’t really get to do that with the show. It’s all in your face and it’s all presented in a much louder way.”

[@bluflavouredpudding]

To be fair, his ending does seem fitting here It was his own fault by violating Sally and Percy's privacy, just as early on we see he answers Sally's phone and intrudes in things that don't concern him

[@dasha_ucko]

Yeah, I wish he could've been portrayed more accurately to how he was in the books, but it's a Disney kid's show, so I get why they didn't do that.

[@musicislife-dk3nq]

I do agree however I think they’re kind of doing this with the intention of readers knowing how Gabe is and assuming he’s abusive so they don’t have to show it. Because I believe it was Rick’s wife who made a statement that they didn’t show Gabe physically being abusive because of it being gruesome and potentially being triggering for people who are/have been victims of domestic violence and abuse. And because of that, I think they might hint at him being physically abusive if we get later seasons, bc in the books Percy didn’t know Gabe was physically abusing Sally for a while, so I think in a later season they may hint at it or have Sally say Gabe was abusive without having to show it.

[@jzformulaone]

I know you’ve been using “shirt”and “fork” for a while but this is the first time I’ve noticed the welcome everything is fine sign haha I love it

[@darthekul1]

Never apologize for coming to the same conclusion on persassy at a different time , someone was the first person to think it and the fact walker scobell emobdies percy so well that u were able to make that joke is great , when i cant even remember if i knew that percy meme and i was obsessed lol

[@isa.ladeira]

I loved your reaction jacqui! and regarding the documentary question, I would love to see it! It's so fun and emocional, I'm sure you'll like it! I think it would be cool for you to know that little snippet of Poseidon and Percy's interaction "Obedience doesn't come naturally to you, does it?" "No... sir" "It must be my fault, I suppose. The sea does not like to be restrained" it's in the books! line by line, and I thought they would cut this iconic line, but they didn't! I really loved this show sm (sorry if the grammar is wrong, I'm using the translator)

[@anniestrooo]

I think you would really enjoy the documentary! They go into detail on so many parts of the filming process and feature some fun new film toys that I would love to hear your opinions on!

[@GreySeashell-j3m]

Yeah I loved how cute Annabeth's hair, outfit, and _everything_ was at the end! ToT

[@saintwolfie9108]

30:14 - I come from the future, Jaqui... THEY JUST ANNOUNCED SEASON 2 LIKE 15 MINUTES AGOOO 😭😭💙💙💙💙💙

[@movienightwithjacqui]

PRAISE BE!!!!! I’m singing from the mountaintops! 😍😍😍

[@nicoleterego]

Omg I've been waiting for your reaction! This is my absolute favorite episode. Everything about it is just perfection. ✨ I love how you noticed the clapping sounds being muted partly because he's dissasociating and partly because he doesn't care about glory. And to add, the sounds coming back when Annabeth hugged him because she's his tether to the world. This also is a perfect representation of their partnership dynamic. The mutual understanding and respect without saying anything. Her making strategic moves and Percy trusting her without pause. So biblically accurate Percabeth. Also, when you clocked in the changing beat when Luke was talking (it's the Lightning Theif theme btw, whole show soundtrack is on spotify) and the color during the fireworks scene. Aaaah perfection. There are more layers to the Luke betrayal scene that I hope I can discuss because it was really perfectly executed but it will spoil you. 😅 So, I'll save it for later seasons if it's already safe to mention. Also, yessss I would love to see your reaction on the documentary as a film grad yourself. I cried so hard while watching them cause I feel so happy the books I love finally got the adaptation it deserves. I can't wait for season 2!!!

[@dramonmaster222]

The fight with Aries was something book fans were waiting for and I am glad that I didn't disappoint. Lance Reddick as Zeus was Marvelous! RIP Lance. And yes, you were correct that Luke was the real traitor. Plus, I like the change that Luke tries to recruit him instead of killing him as in the books which never made sense to me. Especially since he and Luke agree that the Gods suck but joining Kronos was too much for Percy. And like you, I am hoping for a S2 renewal.

[@lightdarksoul2097]

Luke looking remorseful at having almost killed Grover was a nice touch to me shows he still cares

[@lwilson282]

You should definitely react to Black Sails! It might be the best show I have ever seen and it is severely underrated! The first season can be a little difficult to get into, but it is all in service of setting up the following three seasons to be some of the best written and acted tv of the last decade (or more). It is very difficult to explain why it is good without spoiling, but if you liked Toby Stephens in this, it is nothing compared to his performance in Black Sails. It also has many of the same writers! It certainly has a very different (and much darker) tone than Percy Jackson, but it is an incredible series that not nearly enough people have watched.

[@Melanie-jy2nw]

Agreed! I keep seeing the black sails writers in the new scenes and flashbacks lol

[@thedavidpearson]

Where do you see the series going? Luke on the run. Grover searching the seas for Pan. Kronos at the door. Anabeth still unsure where her relationship with her mom sits. Percy being sassy. What do you want out of the next season?

[@shadowblade2178]

Really enjoyed seeing your reaction to this one! 😄 Also, since you asked about it during the reaction and it isn’t really a spoiler: basically, the way Camp Half-Blood works is that some campers live & train there all year (either by choice or if they don’t have anywhere else to live), and some (like Percy) just go there for the summer and live in the human world for the rest of the year.

[@roising.3221]

You are one of the few reviewers I've seen who takes into account that it's mostly for children. Honestly, I wish I could have been a child watching it: I would have been even more obsessed.

[@sydney7874]

PLEEEASE react to black sails!!! it's criminally underrated and in my opinion one of the best shows of the last few decades! toby stephens is also incredible in it, his performance anchors the whole show

[@lyricbot8513]

When I was watching the documentary I thought you'd enjoy it and I'd enjoy seeing you react to it- Walker Scobell's relationship with his actual father is very sweet and there was a moment which made me tear up.

[@SpcyNinja]

Everything they've done to portay Luke in this way was such a great detail and very similar to the book! I love that he wasn't "full villain" because he is such a complex character and I love the way Rick wrote him in the books. Imagine little 12yr old me reading this book when it came out and felt so much brotherly love and friendship to Luke only to reveal that in the end! I was shocked and did not know how to feel. My brain did not expect that a twist like that could happen. Older me however could see it a mile away from happening... specially how subtle his mannerisms are when it come to things involving the quest and the bolt. Charlie's scenes were so well executed and written. I'm so excited to see where his character goes in this adaptation. They're done well to stay true to the books while changing small important details that have big cause/effect chains for the future - Backbiter being one of them. I love your reactions to these Jacqui! :)

[@cairothetiefling_]

I think it's so sad the last thing Lance Reddick says as Zeus is "I don't want to see that boy again." And he won't. Rest in peace, I truly don't know how anyone could take up the role of Zeus better.

[@FlyingPandaSquare]

As a long time reader of the books I really enjoyed the series and think they genuinely did a great job! Obviously in anything there's always room for improvement (a way to fix a lot of the issues i had would be to make the episodes longer or give them more 👀), and if they give them the chance I know it'll just get better and better. I loved your reactions/discussions every week and would definitely love to see a reaction to the behind the scenes doc too :'D (also welcome to the fandom ♥! per fandom rules I have to ask: who do you think your godly parent would be? or who would you want them to be?)

[@georgekeith6468]

Mr D calls Percy several names along the Initials PJ. A sign that he maybe doing it on purpose. Mr D does not like heroes and he sees Percy as the next arrogance in disguise. I love how the first act Percy witness from Posiedon is a sacrifice of pride for him. Then seeing Posiedon beaming with pride at his son.

[@M_edits_3]

I saw a head canon that he actually does it so he doesn’t get too attached to people because demigods die on quests :(

[@schuettjoel]

Season 2 better come soon, and yes Black Sails is sooooooo gooood!!!!

[@smashbrandiscootch719]

So Sally Jackson is the one who used medusa's head to turn Smelly Gabe to stone in the book. Which like is fine because he used to hit her so he got what he deserved. But i can see why disney wouldnt want to reinforce the idea that your mother murdering your step father is fine as long as he deserves it. Im actually a fan of the change.

[@Raine-97]

Same!

[@lexipayne]

Such a great show, glad u enjoyed the series!

[@movienightwithjacqui]

Thank you! I can’t wait for season 2 😄

[@Bluebird_Obs]

Sad that you had to reupload this but I shall watch again for the algorithm!!! :)

[@movienightwithjacqui]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you ❤️

[@Katie_Cat_]

Welcome to the fandom!!! ITS OFFICIAL NOW!!!! 😌

[@midoriya-shonen]

Where do I even begin???? Oh my gods?????? That Percy and Poseidon scene!!! The betrayal scene!!!! I'm in awe!!!!!! I'm so thrilled that you love this show. It's such a joy to see more people fall in love with these characters and this story just like I did. And you're such a sweetheart too. I can't wait for season two. If Disney doesn't renew it, I propose we bombard them with pleas on social media until they cave ✊

[@katelynmclaughlin2407]

YESS IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS ONE IM SO EXCITED!!

[@movienightwithjacqui]

Thank you! 😄

[@cairothetiefling_]

The Gods bleed Golden ichor, and I am so so happy they included it even in such a small frame in this episode

[@millsondeck]

Yes please watch the documentary!

[@josh29221]

the show actually does luke's foreshadowing better than the books do. in the books, the groundwork is laid but his snap is immediate. Not gonna spoil the specifics, but it's basically him just being a completely different person by the time the trio get back to camp.

[@heyitsmira17]

I feel heartbroken that the show ended 😭 it was my everything. Need s2-s5 greenlit ASAP! It's also been an amazing journey to watch your reactions, your energy is so cool, I even watched other reactions of your channel (Jennifer's Body is one of my favorite movies, loved your reaction to it!). Btw as a book reader of many many years, I actually think the show improved many things from the books! It was a super fun adaptation 😊 Also, totally support a reaction to the documentary! It's amazing and tbh it's very emotional. Would love to watch it again with you 🌸💕

[@annafirnen4815]

That insert scene after Percy apologised, you made my day 😂

[@mirandacamila982]

Me, a book reader, bawling my eyes out at Annabeth being in the betrayal scene while you do a happy lil dance 😂❤ loved the reaction!

[@MariaW247]

I personally would love to see you react to the documentary I found it so interesting!

[@EyeMCreative]

Looks like season 2 is confirmed! Also, it was amazing how early you caught on to Luke, the clues were there, but I think they did a great job at making it subtle enough that most people wouldn't be totally expecting it. But at the same time, they left enough small clues that it doesn't feel totally out of nowhere (like Hans from Frozen did, for example... haha)

[@catrondeau272]

Can't believe it's over already but man this was such a beautiful series! Thank you for covering it and giving us your thoughtful reactions, I've loved watching it along with you every week and sharing in the excitement!! As a long time book fan it can kind of be easy to get lost in the people being overly negative and critical of the show so it was super lovely to find reactors like you and enjoy other people who loved it just as much as I did. Of course there were some changes they made, and no I didn't love all of them, yes there were some moments I wish they had kept in, but overall I'm very impressed and happy with the series and I absolutely adore the cast. Extremely talented actors and the kids were just perfect for their roles! Thank you again for reacting to this

[@heavenlybibliophile]

thank god we’re getting a second season😊

[@celinedionfan]

I was just about to post that Season 2 got the greenlight, but I see others beat me to it. It's been so awesome as a book reader to watch your reactions to everything. This book series means so much to all of us who have been part of the fandom for forever, so I'm so excited to see your season 2 reactions because if you thought this first season (book) was big, just wait. The adventure has only just begun. And yes, I completely agree with your assessment of Luke... we can all agree that his feelings about his father and the rest of the Gods are completely valid but his methods... not so much. Can't wait for season 2!

[@manticore5733]

There were a lot of changes from the book but mainly in terms of ordering and pacing which your comment about Luke's story shows it made sense and allowed the show to head into the quest faster leaving important scenes like Luke's sword training to be given in flashbacks. Also appreciated the scattering of Sally flashbacks so she remained a constant throughout the series. Gabe's fate made sense as we were given an obnoxious-nosy version who brought about his own demise rather than the more violent-abusive version of the book who met a more deliberate end that impacted the moral image we have of certain characters. The other changes I quite liked was to make the trio apply knowledge of Greek history to identify traps and dangers BEFORE they had to face them rather than go "oh, I should have realise" AFTER walking blindly into obviously dodgy situations. In the book it felt more nervous kids overlooking the clues due to panic/exhaustion etc., here the years of training Annabeth and Grover had and Percy's determination are given a bit more respect. On the negative it felt a bit rushed at times with little space to flesh out day-to-day life in Camp; the creeping dread of the Lotus Casino; the exhaustion of the long road trip... and also Olympus should be busy and lived-in and not deserted - the set designers also fell into the trap of making it look like Greek ruins (rubble on floor, broken columns etc.) And of course a couple of things were rushed past too like being told to see visit the oracle in the attic, the meaning of the beads, the nature of Luke's sword and Clarisse's spear - which would all add to the richness of the story and would only have needed a couple of minutes here and there. But generally very good, hopefully even better next year.

[@notthecarfullestgirl]

You ABSOLUTELY should give into the urge to watch Black Sails, it's hugely underrated. I rewatch it about once a year and get something new out of it every time and Toby gives THE preformance of a lifetime.

[@dankejurgen]

I think Black Sails is definitely worth watching

[@MrThierryFournier]

11:00 lance is also a voice in season 2 of The Legend of Vox Machina 25:49 of course blue pancakes... they can't make them waffles.

[@juliamyers6101]

i’m so happy you loved this show so much! your reactions are so amazing and i love that you combine your passion for the more technical side of film with just genuine fan enjoyment. your videos are a fav of mine ❤

[@justbeyondmythoughts]

Been anxiously awaiting your reaction! So glad to see you enjoyed it. As a kid, I was blown away by Luke’s betrayal and I guess that’s fitting but growing up all the signs were so obvious lol especially as a writer myself 😂

[@NicoDiAngel]

Loved your reaction ... Season 2 just got greenlighted. We'll never lose

[@Taylor_Swift_Eras]

I read the title, and instantly knew what she was talking about 😅

[@gracemolinaro6630]

As someone who grew up with these books, it's been a delight watching you as a non-book reader AND as someone with a background in film react to this show! I've been looking forward to this last reaction video. I thought this last episode blew us out of the water-- literally! It's been so refreshing getting your insights and takes and seeing you just vibe with how fun the concept was. Also, you were one of the few non-book readers I talked to who saw the twist coming without spoilers, so serious props to you!

[@angelo7243]

8:02 I think that was supposed to be a compliment from Alecto. Like she somewhat believed that Percy could convince Zeus to stop the war and so the world would be fine and Sally could return.

[@superboyprime515]

Fight with Ares and meeting Zeus were the highlights of this episode for me :)

[@77Annarose77]

Yess please react to the documentary! I think you’d really like it! I found it fascinating and it made me emotional

[@wereshem-ankh9063]

Absolutely watch Black Sails!!!

[@sammiehopkins9408]

Watching you catch on to Luke's betrayal throughout your reaction videos has been THRILLING!! I've waited with anticipation for each of your videos. I super hope we get a season 2 announcement soon, I don't know how long I can wait

[@alwaysbam]

RIP Lance Reddick. Loved this finale. Hope we get szn 2

[@lizilvsmadrid]

i love that you enjoyed! it’s my favorite book series ever and i’m really happy that they already confirmed season 2!!!!

[@alexachipman]

Black Sails is amazing - definitely worth reacting to!

[@danielsessions7808]

BLACK SAILS!!!!!! It’s literally one of the best shows ever made. Same show runner as this series

[@Elephant2024]

Sad to see this season come to an end. There can never be enough Persassy Jackson.

[@jcdmobil352]

Oh, Jacqui, I had been checking your channel several times a day ever since last Wednesday because to be honest, your reaction videos were almost as fun to watch as the show itself. 😉 As a long-time fan of Rick Riordan's books, it was so much fun to relive the adventures again through fresh eyes from your POV as a non-reader. I thought it was really cool how quick-witted and observant you were. I think from all the non-readers' watch-alongs I've seen on KZbin, you were the only one who was suspicious against Luke. Also, you noticed the little error with the wooden pearls on the necklace, I would never have noticed that, bravo! You know, if you decided to watch Black Sails, I would consider watching along, because I've become quite a fan of Poseidon / Toby Stephens, too, and I haven't watched that show yet. Little side note on the issue of Gabe Ugliano (stepdad): In the books, he isn't just a jerk but a truly abusive husband, mentally and physically. So when we book readers realised his character got somewhat softened for the series, there had been week-long discussions in the fandom whether or not he really deserved to die in the end. Without giving anything away because I know you want to read the books at some point: The way they resolved it in the after-credit scene did his character justice (curiosity killed Gabe), the solution in the book was much harsher. Here's hoping for season two, fingers crossed!

[@xristinemarie]

Please do watch and react to the documentary. I just finished it the other day and I got a bit emotional because you could really see how much this show means to the cast and crew and how much love and dedication they gave to live up to a faithful adaptation of the book. Also, THE SHOW HAS BEEN RENEWED FOR A SEASON 2!!!

[@pipercharms7374]

I like how Luke is the betrayer and is the lightning thief, it makes so much sense, like he is the “gifted” son out of the Hermes children or the one Hermes cares a lot about and he just so happens to be an excellent thief, just like his father since Hermes is literally the god of thieves, the answer was basically staring us in the face 😂

[@andre1999o]

RIP Lance Reddick. I really love how they handled Zeus in the show, it's very accurate to the myths. We tend to have this idea of Zeus (probably by association with the Christian God) that he is a loving god, but that couldn't be further from the truth. In Greek mythology, Zeus is arrogant, cocky, self-absorbed and extremely insecure. He doesn't really care about humans, unless he's taking them to bed. As a sidenote, it's kind of weird that the most accurate representations of Zeus in media are Percy Jackson and Thor: Love and Thunder...

[@sweetiebella2571]

Been waiting for this!!! Loved your reactions!!!

[@movienightwithjacqui]

Thank you! I was so excited to share it with you guys 😄 I loved this episode so much!

[@BassaSelim]

Loved your celebrations during this episode. I said it would have been worth the screeching sound and it really would have been. But thank you for looking out for us. 💜 Knowing the books definitely has not made the series less enjoyable, but I would have seen some things differently. So I can see where you are coming from with waiting. They originally planned for five seasons (one for each book), but there are six books now and the way the sixth one ended, I'd assume there is more coming up. We may get lucky and get seven or eight seasons. I really hope Disney does continue. And there are more books in the same universe, so who knows what will happen.

[@florence_black]

Isn't a seventh book planned already?

[@BassaSelim]

Yeah, looked it up and apparently, it will be out end of September.

[@UncleMazzy]

The step-dad was ONLY used by Sally as camouflage for Percy, his extremely mundane “smell/presence” was just like how Annabeth masked Percy in the Bus. Also It’s implied in the book that he hits Sally. Statue is better than he deserves. She stayed with him exclusively for his usefulness in keeping monsters away from Percy.

[@katingalls8165]

Also i just gotta say i love your reaction to this series. As someone who read these and loved this series i enjoyed your reaction

[@davidsmilerarandomkiwifrom6045]

Toby Stephens step-mum is Patricia Quinn who is Magneta from Rocky Horror Picture Show (and a redhead). Aside from Black Sails, Toby was also in the reboot of Lost in Space which you might enjoy to react to (don't need to watch the OG series or movie to enjoy it) I also think Clarisse and Percy had a chat before meeting Luke. She says "I'll explain" so when she got back to Camp and saw Clarisse and also realised that neither her nor Grover betrayed Percy and the only one who Percy classed as a friend was Luke. I also think the line "you will lose what matters most" was aimed at Percy and Clarisse (Luke's friendship which was important to Percy (the burning of the blue candy and telling his mum he had made some real friends). I also love that the nickname of Percy, Annabeth and Grover is the Golden Trio. Great reaction

[@stukay2803]

I _love_ that the post-credits scene is one of my favourite obscure stories of the Greek mythos.

[@frmrmarine2001]

The reason she kept Socks with Sandals around for so long was for the same reason Annabeth sat Percy near the bathroom on the bus. He had a horrible scent that masked their location.

[@charlottemarks8881]

I'm so glad you enjoyed this series - wasn't it fun? And yes, we need a Season 2 announcement ASAP! As for reading the books, I can attest it would be very difficult not to read them all once you started; they're easy reads and very addictive. Also, if you read them after seeing the full series🤞you'll be able to appreciate the Easter eggs. There's even one from "The Chalice of the Gods" in Episode 1, which I haven't seen anyone catch. 😏

[@dcemerald70]

Epic Finale Reaction! The fight between Percy and Ares was good. I definitely love how Percy confront Zeus regardless of what could happen, and how we get to see Poseidon’s love for Percy, when he not only intervenes, but surrenders to his younger brother. But I think the best thing that they definitely did adapt well for the finale was the revelation of Luke’s betrayal. Not only how they had used the flashback of sparring practice to foreshadow Luke and Percy’s duel, but how surprisingly Annabeth was there to witness it as well. You can see how this act of betrayal affected all three of them. Luke was a brother to Annabeth, was a friend to Percy, and even he still felt hurt for what he did to them. I definitely did love seeing how not only do our Celestial Trio make the pact to meet back for camp regardless, but we get to see the aftermath of Kronos still planning his revenge and needs Percy still to make it possible. The fact that for the post credit scene was to see Gabe actually turn to stone was well executed. I cannot wait for the second season as I’m more interested to see how they adapt a new certain eye catching character. 🧑🏼‍🦱👩🏿‍🦱🧑🏾‍🦱🧑🏻‍🦱🔱⚡️⚔️🌊💙💛🤍

[@mathsalot8099]

If your biggest complaint is "It was too short, give me more!!" Then I think they did a pretty good job with the show.

[@faithtrustandpixidust]

yes i’d love to see your reaction to the documentary! it’s a fun watch and i feel like i learned a few things about how these things are made, which gave me extra appreciation for the show!

[@ac3035]

would love the reaction to the documentary too!!!!! youre gonna love the kids even more

[@toriecarter2711]

Just wanted to say: Thank you, for enjoying the show for what it is~~~ Your joy and excitement is infectious^.^

[@themandalorian_]

YEEEES you SHOULD react to black sails it’s my favorite show ever!!! and i was so excited when toby was casted in pjo because these are my favorite books 🥹

[@Dotyr_ofWindenburg]

New follower here. Looking forward to your S2 reactions. It’s been a joy watching you this season. In the meantime, I’ll just be watching whatever you put out!

[@shapeshifter7676]

Black Sails... That has to happen

[@eliotnemec8842]

You're absolutely my favorite reaction person for this series. It feels like reading the books for the first time. I love it 😭❤

[@reactionsbyjill5772]

Rick is very good at making you either love or hate a character in a few pages in the books too

[@maxdark1585]

The sad music when luke realizes annabeth is standing against him-

[@pommedeter7407]

Yeah the changes they made to socks and sandals guy were pretty weird. In the books, the guy is horrible, he is super abusive to sally and Percy, and that includes physical abuse. In the end it’s sally who finds the box, guesses what’s inside without opening it because of something Percy told her, and she uses the head on purpose to turn socks and sandals to stone, she then proceeds to sell him as a statue and makes enough money to start working on her dream job (writer) instead of working in a candy store.

[@franx7471]

i need to say that Gabe was awfull in the books, sally never raise her voice againts him and enable his behaivour because in that way gabe was even more awfull and so his smell of human was more heavy and protect percy from the monsters. Sally (books and show) is such a strong woman, but in the books was because she give up everything, even her own safety by letting this man abuse her. in the book she is the one that kill gabe with medusa head, and i absolutly love her for that

[@hufflepuff_halfblood]

We better get a season 2! Also glad you're enjoying the series so much! You're in for a ride if we get more seasons