The Expanse 4x10 Reaction | Cibola Burn

[@rowaystarco]

How they managed to turn Ashford from a near villain to a massive hero that we all cried for. Some great writing in this show (and books).

[@funnylilgalreacts]

The writers and actor made Ashford so HUMAN. The song, the bond with Drummer, the song with his daughter, the song while being spaced... I never expected to care that much about him and in the end he’s the character that broke me the hardest.

[@philstubblefield]

@@funnylilgalreacts I couldn't agree more! When they first introduced him, I thought he was nothing more than a tool of Fred Johnson. Boy, was I wrong! We were all dreading this episode, because we knew how it would break you! 😭

[@AL-fl4jk]

This is something the tv show improved on. Ashfords part is smaller, and he’s basically a Bond villain

[@ImAlsoMerobiba]

I was sad when they got out some characters I liked from the book, but on the flip side, we got amazing characters like Dummer and Ashford. Overall, it's becomes twice the Expanse content and I love it.

[@GKinslayer]

@@funnylilgalreacts I told you when you first saw Ashford your feelings, in the end, would shock you - and here we are.

[@detrix42]

When a show can bring you to sobbing tears over the death of a character, that started out as an antagonist, it fricken deserves several Emmy awards!

[@monosodiumglutemate8216]

It is freakishly strange how this show and its prodicers and actors did not get the recognition they deserve.

[@meadmaker4525]

The writing on this series was so phenomenal, in so many ways. I've been a sci-fi fan for 50 years, and this is hand down some of the best I've ever seen.

[@erickknutz5599]

RIP to The Ghost Knife, one of the best characters on a show absolutely chock full of amazing characters.

[@nonman3634]

Yep, my favorite, too.

[@cluster_f1575]

Such a great character. Always had his eye on the bigger picture for Belters.

[@fakecubed]

Should've taken that shot though.

[@mattdrahos2662]

According to Ty and that Guy, Ashford wasn't even supposed to be part of season 4, David Strathairn enjoyed the role and was available so they wrote him in. Ashford is very different in the novels. One of the best parts about this series is that the actors made themselves bigger roles by overperforming in their craft. (For instance, Drummer was also a far smaller role.) While Thomas Jane may not be a character anymore, he actually directs several episodes season 5-6.

[@Daeeedal]

He got a really beautiful send off. Something about his hair in that final shot of his face reminds me of certain depictions of halos in classical paintings, as rays of light from behind someone's head. Rip Ashford, you had so much to teach.

[@patrikneperfekta7575]

Don't forget about Clint Shorter's beautiful (and very unusual for sci-fi) theme - "When I Sail"

[@mkang8782]

I think the scene where Murtry punches Amos, and Amos turns back with that slasher smile is easily top 5 Amos moments. Ashford did, indeed, go out like a boss. He epitomizes saying, "Be wary of old men in a profession where many die young."

[@anonymouszebra1239]

Loving the dentist’s insights into the torture scene. Ashford is a legend. He will be missed. That final shot of Inaros looking at the hologram is worth pausing on 👀. Great reaction!

[@micpta16]

A good dental torture scene is in Marathon Man with Dustin Hoffman and Laurence Olivier

[@kirkdarling4120]

@@micpta16 One of those movies with one scene that made me never watch it again. Along with Deliverance and Saving Private Ryan.

[@ImAlsoMerobiba]

I always get excited when I come to a scene that involves teeth/the mouth now, and wonder how she'd react to it.

[@micpta16]

@@ImAlsoMerobiba It’s good to get professional insight from someone who knows their craft

[@BenjCano2020]

Just a small note. When Ashford went into the room, he didn’t check the doors and corners.

[@funnylilgalreacts]

Omg. That HURTS.

[@FreemanicParacusia]

What I loved about the sequence with Bobbie fighting the ambush on Esai was that it was a single continuous take. Kinda reminded me of the super-long shots in “Children of Men.”

[@theKonfusion]

more nice long shots in Season 5! ;)

[@scottwatrous]

Yeah when the show came out originally I heard it had people from Children of Men on production so I had to check it out. Best decision ever. And that movie still blows me away and hits hard after having seen it maybe a dozen times. Has to be my top non-space sci-fi and top apocalyptic movie of all time, or at least top 3.

[@lemons_s]

RIP The Ghost Knife of Callisto, Klaes Ashford. Certified badass.

[@adamwells9352]

I'm just sayin'... When Ashford turns to face the void, my heart somehow swells and breaks at the same time... RIP Ghost Knife.

[@kevintaylor7627]

💔💔💔Ashford, man. David Strathairn made such a great character that I can't see him as anyone else, now.

[@ianbrewster8934]

He is one of the most underrated character actors of our time....

[@Harv72b]

"I feel like Amos has the upper _hand_ ..." TOO SOON!!!!!! 😂😂😂

[@Meodread]

I did say way back in the day that Ashford would grow on you. Fantastic character arc. And probably the best addition to the show that has no real book basis. We did finally get to see the Ghost Kinife, Ghost Knife though.

[@Brendissimo1]

Here's to the fantastic David Strathairn. What a performance! That plus great writing allowed this show to pull off a truly awesome character arc.

[@jebus7679]

Part of what makes Ashford's death so tragic is that for most of his life he probably anticipated his life ending that way. It wasn't until right at the end of his life that he saw things changing in a way that it wouldn't have to.

[@cliveklg7739]

RIP that badass pirate. The books discuss what happened to the 'melting' moon. The moons essentially store energy created by the planet. The moons like the planet didn't originally have all the dirt and other material over its surface, so when it fired a focused beam to destroy the shuttle, it burned through all that material. Like firing a super charged laser buried underground without clearing anything out of its way first.

[@ksbsnowowl3569]

The show make one allusion to what all is happening with illus and it’s moons. Fayez mentions his old refrigerator from his college days; left it off all summer, then it caught fire when he turned it back on. The ‘planet’ and its moons are a billion-year-old machine that got turned back on by the Protomolecule. Things are malfunctioning.

[@berjanbeen7188]

Also the moons are spaced out very regularly the first time they are shown, which doesn't really happen naturally (at least the statistical probability is very small) Another thing is that the scene where Holden climbs out of the tower suggest, together with the vast cavernous areas and just traveling huge distances, that Illus might also not be completely natural.

[@quiett6191]

21:02 And that right there is a glimpse of what Amos would have been like if he never made the choice to find good people to help check his pathological instincts. Not a mere "badass", but something truely frightening. Just the look of "My God, what have I unleashed" on Murtry's face.

[@ScottRutter]

No one thinks they will end in tears over Ashford just after meeting him, yet here we all are...

[@davidgrider4302]

RIP to the Ghostknife Klaes Ashford. That ending is sooo powerful. That ending with the stealth rocks heading towards Earth was chilling. Season 5 is awesome.

[@funnylilgalreacts]

I couldn't even concentrate on the stealth rocks. I was too busy dying inside.

[@adam45z]

@funnylilgalreacts yeah this episode hit me too

[@pillepalle3133]

yea I cant wait for season 5 reactions...that one episode is truly something else....I already read the books so I somewhat new what to expect and still, I was literally standing on my seat with my mouth wide open the entire time.....

[@3Kings_Industries]

Do you remember how much you hates Ashford? RIP The Ghost Knife. He finally found his solace. Kill faster, Drummer.

[@Negentropy369]

@@pillepalle3133 for me the 5th book had me absolutely sick with dread and horror the whole time. I don't think any book has ever made me feel that way, and the show couldn't quite get the same emotional response out of me, even though season 5 is still phenomenal. Of course, that's cause I knew what was coming with the show, but yeah, I'm really glad I had read the book first unlike S1-3 where I binged the show, then read all the books that were out at the time. On an unrelated note, writing this comment has made me feel that it's time for a reread. And now I'll stop rambling at you lol.

[@dennistomsen5822]

33:58 “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic" - quote by Arthur C. Clake 😉

[@jjamesbullitt]

When I saw you crying at the end of the show, it made me just want to give you a big hug. Funny how genuine your reactions bring out a reaction me, and I imagine so many others. Your reaction videos are truly the best because you wear your heart on your sleeve and are so down to Earth. Thanks for being you and sharing your experience with others. 😊

[@funnylilgalreacts]

🖤🖤🖤

[@vidarCRC]

Ashford will always be one of my favorite characters on TV. We all saw it coming but he went out like a boss. Things get serious now. Like serious serious.I really enjoy your smart input and empathy. Like smart empathy. And I'm pretty sure you'll appreciate where this is going. Season 5 let's go!

[@ianbrewster8934]

David Strathairn is an amazing actor whether he is playing Secretary of State William H. Seward, Edward R Murrow or Ashford in the Expanse he always steals scenes....He has such a great character arc in this show....

[@adamboise3907]

Now that you've met Filip directly, know that you've actually seen him before. Background characters aren't always just background characters.

[@GlassCurtain]

Also, RIP Ashford, the ghost knife of Callisto. Mad respect.

[@fakecubed]

That was Filip on Mars, by the way, leaving the bomb behind for Bobbie. It's quick, but if you look at it closely, it's him.

[@wickedbob66]

I watched this show 3 times already and I STILL cried right along with you.

[@kristinawrites238]

Rip Ashford 💙 I cried my heart out when I saw this the first time. He & Camina had the most beautiful relationship.

[@natashasullivan4559]

God.. I've seen this show at least 5 times.. and Ashford still makes me bawl like a baby.. And it hurts even more on re-watch. Watch. When drummer tells him they'll toast that nice bottle when he comes back. Maybe beginning of the season? 😭😭😭😭

[@ViraL_FootprinT.ex.e]

Yeah, that Ashford scene always gets me. Straight up heartstring tug 😩

[@bambusbjorn3508]

jep, letting Ashford go was tough ... one of the greatest characters ever seen in SciFi on screen

[@petersmith6513]

RE: 4:53 "If it ends batshit crazy, I might want to go straight into season 5" Future Angela would like to have a word with you. Fun fact: Burn Gorman actually did punch Wes Chatham in the face. Apparently they were so invested in the roles they just got caught up in the scene. Afterwards Gorman, horrified with what he did, apologised profusely to Wes and Wes' response was, "Don't be sorry, that was perfect! I hope they got it in frame!" (You're going to love the Ty and That Guy podcasts after the show"

[@ronan_4267]

Don't usually leave comments, but I just have to say thank you. It took me a while to get into watching The Expanse. Once I did, I was hooked. The writing, character development, concepts, visual effects, and production value are all beyond anything else out there. Hence, why I've re-watched it several times. But, getting to experience watching it with you, someone who "gets it", is like watching for the first time with a friend. Again, thank you and keep doing what you do.✌️

[@scottrink5395]

It's nice to see a true and natural reactions that fits, and passion written by the developers and actors have for this show. Nice to see you "Funnylilfal" with wholesome and nature reactions befitting a true fan that's immersed and not like other Reactors out there. I'll be watching more of your reviews, with motivation, research and honesty you bring.

[@procrastinator99]

If you look closely at the expression Murtry has as he looks at Amos after punching him, THAT'S the look of a man whose realizing he's underestimated his enemy.

[@Knightfang1]

i agree with the crying. I had just started to love Ashford's character when this episode hit.

[@rodentnolastname6612]

Of note; regrowth gel was mentioned in the very first ep of season 1 when the crewmember of the Cant had his arm cut off. 😲

[@The_Scienceboy]

Oh boy oh boy oh boy. If you learn anything with this show is that every season gets WILDER. I love reliving this through you, and S5 is a like a steamroller.

[@davedahl4461]

I loved your reaction to Ashford. He went from someone you didn’t trust to someone very lovable and someone worth the investment of time and energy. Really looking forward to your reactions for season 5. I don’t know if you’ve read the books or not but I really recommend the last three. Persepolis Rising Tiamat’s Wrath and Leviathan Falls are delights to read. Even though they will stomp on your heart in places.

[@shanegraham2500]

Yeah, Ashford turned into everybody's"Pampaw".. Grumpy and scary, but someone you can't help but listen to and love!

[@cinedelasestrellas]

I think that of those last three, Tiamat’s Wrath was my favorite.

[@TheSurlySoutherner]

Yep! This show is just forever battering you over the head with emotions! I genuinely think you broke down more over Ashford than any of the other characters that have died in the show! Testament to just what a great character he was!

[@funnylilgalreacts]

Even more than Miller. Insane how attached I got to that guy.

[@Brian_Fantastic]

I've been skimming through your channel today watching a bunch of reactions (great work, by the way), and it's so awesome to see a new fan react so well to it. I'm sure others have told you by now, but the books are incredible and I can't recommend them enough. The ending in book 9 was extremely satisfying. I hope we get the last 3 books adapted some day.

[@minkalampinen9519]

So passes Klaes Ashford the Ghostknife of Callisto, RIP. I'd love to watch a spin-off series of his life, a proper Belter story through and through.

[@pallenda]

"One of us is wrong. I think it's you. But I hope it's me." Brilliant!

[@Xhalph]

That whiskey bottle really telegraphed Ashford's death, but it doesn't take anything away from it.

[@meadmaker4525]

I remember loving the characters and writing in Battlestar like this when I first watched the series years ago. At the time, I honestly thought I might not see another epic sci-fi show of that scale ever again. I'm so happy I was wrong. I've been a sci-fi fan for over 50 years, but The Expanse is honestly some of the best I've ever seen. With every episode I watched, I could tell they'd really captured some kind of magic in the making of this series. The writing of the original material, the screenplay, the casting and acting prowess, the music, the SFX, the editing...it was just all perfect!! I keep hoping someone else will pick up the show, but I'd honestly only want it if the same talent came back to the table.

[@richardminielly3403]

I don't know if you are emotionally ready for Season 5.

[@michaelgonzalez6295]

Now you know why Ashford was MY favorite of the whole series. Whether you realize it or not, this season Ashford was treating Camina as a sort of surrogate adult daughter. Even though they were both administrators of the station and Drummer in charge, Klaes was being paternalistic. Not in a 'mansplaining way, but genuinely as guide hoping she would come more to his view of the "Belter Nation". This is why he felt so hurt during Marcos' trial. And one reason why he did not have her with on the hunt for Inaros.

[@scottlazar9147]

FYI, you did notice that it was Filip on Mars who Bobbi was shooting at as the doors were closing, right?

[@emil87th]

Watching this with you is like watching it for the first time again. Thank you for that experience!

[@thontor]

The show doesn't really explain this in detail, but the book does go into it a bit more. The Ring Builders settled and heavily modified illus 2 billion years ago. The planet was designed to be a single massive refinery. Entire tectonic plates were artificially shaped and formed towards that purpose. The lithium veins on the planet are far larger than would be expected for naturally occurring deposit as well as having purity unachievable by any known natural phenomena. The string of islands on the opposite side of the planet from the settlement, one of which exploded, were nuclear reactors that provided power. The planet has 13 moons at equal spacing in the same orbit. They are likely part of a defense mechanism. One of the moons shot down the Edward Israel's shuttle, but the weapon on the moon overheated in the process and started melting. The death slugs normally live under ground but were forced up by the water to keep themselves from drowning.

[@TheRouza]

21:15 Thank you. For giving Amos the Excuse. I LOVED that look and that punch. I know.. its uncomfortable that our boy Amos does these things. But when he does them to the right people.. That's what he's there for. That's our boy.

[@eirintowne]

I love you so much! You express so freely all the emotion I feel, but have hardly ever been allowed to express without my relationships taking a beating, since most people are repelled by very strong reaction to something that doesn't affect them (affect their affect, haha) the same way. On top of all that, you put in a lot of effort into absorbing and analysing every detail, much if which I missed, so that I don't just get to experience it all again with full emotions, but with a much more complete understanding. The Expanse is probably the best book series ever written, and you can look forward to an even more expansive (there I go again...) enjoyment when you get the full reading experience on top of this, even if it's just some perfectly crafted sentences.

[@charlie53echo]

This one took a lot out of me. Great fight for Ashford, great fight for Bobbie, unhinged moment for Amos (no, he wasn't suggesting he was going to his bunk for some "alone time." He was definitely going to beat the crap out of Murtry). Your reaction was a punch in the feels. Virtual hug, sweetie. ❤️

[@garethneller8239]

RIP to the Ghostknife. Fantastic character and the relationship between Ashford and Drummer was so well written. Bring on S5!

[@morgananderson9647]

@funnylilgal- Angela, thank you for taking the time to "Sit in front of us" and lay bare your feelings and humanity. We are privileged to share everything from joy to sadness. I think you absorb all the nuances in your reactions and make them come alive for us. When I see you overwhelmed with the emotion I just want to give you an enormous "Virtual Hug" (in a non-creepy way...) and let you know this show is too good to not take us someplace special. I'm looking forward to making that journey with you and the rest of the people viewing your channel. Thanks again, Best regards, Mo-

[@MotelsonMars]

Now that you've finished this season, you can enjoy the best fan edit I've ever seen for any show, any genre. It's called "(The Expanse) Drummer and Ashford | Live as a Belter" by Zurik 23M.

[@danielpopp1526]

The moons are power transmitters. In the books, Miller says the planet was one large power plant for multiple systems connected via the rings. When one of the moons melted, it was trying to relieve the overload of power from the broken reactor that exploded. That one moon was broken itself, it couldn’t transmit the power it was receiving, so it melted.

[@Harv72b]

"That's no moon..."

[@jamesholland5761]

My dear Screaming Firehawk, in some way I feel remorse for the emotional distress this show can impose upon you. To see how hard you took the death of our beloved Ashford leads me to believe that The Expanse has its claws deep into your soul. It's a wonderful and terrible roller coaster ride! We warned you! This show has absolutely spoiled me. For not getting the recognition it so rightfully deserves, it's hard for other shows to compete IMO. These next sixteen episodes will fly by then you will understand what your boss was saying about being sad because there is no more to watch! An amazing heartfelt reaction to season four finale! Looking forward to season five!

[@s.g.3898]

The guy that saved Marco was the guy that was in the elevator when the bomb went off on Mars in front of Bobbie Ashford got to be such a great character, even at the beginning. He was an older, more experienced man trying to impart some of his knowledge to a younger superior officer. You see it in the military a lot, A young, new Lieutenant being taken under the wing of an older grizzled Sergeant. Its what guys have as our version of a Mothers nurturing instincts. Mothers protect babies so they can become children, Fathers teach children to become adults. We try our best to pass on our knowledge so that just maybe, others won't make the same mistakes we did. Took me a long time to figure this out for myself

[@aartsst3227]

Ashford’s death hits so hard- The frustration I feel every time I watch that scene- knowing that there’s no saving him when he ends up in the Airlock….🤬 & yeah- Marco IS going to be a phenomenal villain 🤨 In the scene with Bobby & the bomb- did you see the belter in the elevator? That was Fillip ! ! 😮 One last note in Ashford - his statement about violence being indiscriminate & when you use it as a tool sometimes it will kill the ones you love the most…. I think he was talking about whatever it was that caused his daughters death- possibly a revenge attack for something he had done? Not sure about that actually in the books or anything - it’s probably just a connection I made up in my head 😋 Bring on season 5!!!! 🚀🚀🚀

[@PHDiaz-vv7yo]

Get ready for S5. And Keon Alexander’s wonderful eye liner 😍 And as for Burn Gorman’s punch? That was real Btw Angela- if you ever get the chance to Cosplay- be Drummer. Channel that Ashford anger energy Mi Sitara

[@PeterCorless]

Man, watching this in retrospect. Such a raw reaction.

[@artboymoy]

Ashford, we lost a great one. Drummer is going to be PISSED. Let it out, Angela. I teared up as well. The rest of the episode where they were tying up things was great. Amos testing out his new fingers. Loved that Holden had to make Amos promise not to kill him. The actor they got to play Filip is uncanny to play Naomi and Marco's son. Marco is the type of person that Chrisjen was worried about throwing rocks.

[@thewandering01]

Yeah, I'm right there with you with the reaction to Ashford's death. It broke my heart too back when I first saw it. Definitely got the most dignified and cinematic death in the series, at least in my opinion. It still hurts though, to see him step out into the darkness and be left there. And yes, it's absolutely ridiculous how perfectly they cast Filip, he is such a dead ringer for both Marco and Naomi that it's uncanny. Pose the 3 of them for a picture together, tell someone they're an actual family, and nobody would question it. Thanks as always for bringing us along on this journey with you, and sharing it with us, even when these shows cut to the bone.

[@philipturner9087]

Told you to have tissue boxes handy. RIP Ashford fantastic character and development.

[@Andor2022]

I love your emotions so much ..I’ve cried at the end either ❤😢 Rest in Peace Ghost Knife,I loved his Character from the start till to the sad ending

[@WingManFang1]

R.I.P. 🪦 To the King, the Brother, and the one and only Captain Ashford. A true leader and hero.

[@stevedaly8521]

I couldn't wait either, so I joined your Patreon. I'm really enjoying g your reactions, thank you. The hair looks great,by the way.

[@MikeyV77]

Season 5 is my second favorite season after season 3. It incredible enjoy season 5 it’s a banger.

[@Nomaleth]

Damn, seeing you cry so much at the end made me cry too 😭 You are so precious ❣

[@xanderman55]

If you go back and watch the video of Mineo crashing into the ring you might notice something in the video feed that looks a lot like what Holden and Elvie saw.

[@The_Other_Dan]

I don't think anything can sum up quite so well how incredible the writing and character development is on this show than Ashford. If you think back to when he first came onto the bridge of the Behemoth till this scene it's just doesn't seem possible that a character can go from being so distrusted and largely disliked to so beloved that he is probably one of the favourites.

[@mikebarbre9925]

Ashford was an amazing character. I love him from the get go. Tough old space rat, not afraid of speaking his mind and not afraid of anything :) Love him and Drummer's back and forth. So pissed when he died! Drummer is amazing. One of my favorite characters! Go to war with Dummer, Amos and Bobbie and your going to be fine! :-D

[@jamesross5151]

Just remember the reason you are sad is because the characters made you happy. This is an amazing reaction to an incredible series. Even though this wasn't my favorite season it was still really good.

[@SunlessNick]

Telling Bobbi not to be a hero is like telling water not to be wet. Not just impossible, but how would she even understand what you're asking her to do?

[@dangalanga6941]

That was rough watching how you reacted…. I was like wtf when I first saw this episode but it actually hit harder watching you react 🙏

[@OscarIna0fTimeVODs]

Ashford was such a fucking great character. He wanted to overcome his own hatred towards the opression he has suffered and work towards a future inners are organized and recognized as a united nation. Even when he went against the main characters, he was trying to do something that he thought was good to help the solar system. He was charismatic, intelligent and compassionate. It is hard to choose a character on this show, but probably Ashford is my favourite among all my favourites. The writting is amazing in the show, and so are the characters. Marco is no exception to that. I love him as an antagonist, and I can't wait for you to see how the rest of the story will unfold.

[@JerryShugars]

If any episode was going to bring the ugly cries it was this one. But we did get an extra season with David Strathairn. He was only contracted for season three, but he liked the show so much he asked if he could stick around for another.

[@doctor8342]

The only match we've seen in the show for Amos in a hand to hand fight is probably Bobbie. In the book Amos talked a little about her fighting skills, it was along the lines of "I'm (Amos) a talented amateur, she's a professional".

[@kirkdarling4120]

Outside of the Protomolecule devices, Illus has been shown to be safer than most Earth continents. About 20 years ago, I had a roadbike accident, a "face plant" into concrete at 20 miles an hour. My center upper incisors were shattered. My four lower incisors were knocked back into my throat in once piece, like a bridge. I hacked them out of my throat and used the side mirror of nearby parked car to plug them back in. I must have been in shock, because I can't recall much pain. I road about three miles to a dentist office and walked in carrying my bike over my shoulder. I intended to calmly say, "I've had a dental accident," but when I opened my mouth, about a cup of blood splashed out on the counter. Needless to say...they didn't keep me waiting. It took a year of surgery to get everything patched up, and those four incisors are still there, albeit all with root canals. "The dream of Mars isn't dead. It's about to be writ large!" Which dream? Avasarala is sitting at the ornate Resolute Desk to prepare her message to Nancy Gao. The Resolute Desk was built from the timbers of the old scientific exploration sailing vessel, the HMS Resolute. Queen Victoria had two desks made from the Resolute, one she sent as a gift to US president Rutherford Hayes. Most presidents since then have used the Resolute as their Oval Office desks. The tradition is that each outgoing president leaves a personal message to the incoming president in the Resolute Desk...as we see Avasarala doing here. Murtry couldn't take Holden in a fist fight...Amos will pummel him.

[@-Knife-]

Rest in peace Ashford. Really excellent character of this show.

[@bigyetter]

"That guy had a very small part but he's very effective with it. Good Job." THAT'S WHAT SHE SAID

[@christophstrasen1567]

Haha greetings to therapist Xander ;) you keep do a good job.

[@wnightshade]

The end of this season is a powerful one, it knocked me down too. It is kind of why I pooh-pooh people who pooh-poohthis season. I am buckled in to share the next one with you. Oye, beltalowda!

[@wnightshade]

Also, Ashford goes out like a boss because he knew, his whole life, this was how he would die. He knew he was never going to go peacefully in his bed. He was always preparedfor this outcome. That is how he kept it together enough to get more into out of Marco and broadcast it. For all belters, it is never just about you. What a king.

[@AL-fl4jk]

Thus ends the legend of the Ghost Knife of Callisto

[@japkap]

AShford was a good focus point for a while, he was brutal in order for people to survive his own people i understood that, and he was harsh when people messed up because lets face it Space is harsh and unrelenting in its attempt to try and kill you, and we grew to like him so much because he showed growth i believe and a good friendship with Drummer came of it.

[@Stable_Delerium]

“My feel feels are hurt so food food will make it better.” New motto.

[@funnylilgalreacts]

Season 4 Blooper Reel Reaction: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oV6oaJJ9eKyWhas

[@alcor4670]

33:40 It was pretty much established early on that Ilus was rich in lithium (which was why the Belters went and chose to stay there). Aside from the big thorn structures/buildings, the two major clues _suggesting_ that Ilus was more than just a planet was the "city" that you saw when Holden clambered up the thing, and the bottomless artificial cavern with the bridges where Holden and Murtry had their standoff. Getting thirteen moon-sized objects to share the same orbit _and_ maintain equidistant spacing over billions of years is impossible in nature. So yeah, they're artificial. And creepy as heck imho.

[@SciFiCatGuy]

Requiescat in Pace Klaes Ashford, Ghost Knife of Calisto, the second most honorable pirate in the system, after Camina Drummer. I just love your reactions to this show. Thank you for sharing. 《《♡》》 BTW, Filip was the guy getting on the elevator just before the explosion that brought down the dome on Bobby.😉

[@Attelocin217]

By the time I watched Ashford take his final walk I'd already seen it coming. Didn't make the moment itself any less terribly tragic. He's such a phenomenal character in the show. Also, I don't know if you plan to read the books, but I will say most of your questions about Ilus and its moons are answered there. And that is all I will say.

[@funnylilgalreacts]

There was definitely a lot of foreshadow in the three episodes before. I was just hoping I was gonna be wrong.

[@duncanmackenzie7795]

For what it's worth, and what you know of Drummer- Ashford is a big domino. Her reaction to this is something coming. And Yeah, Ashford's loss hits like a truck. It set me on edge from the start that he was willing to go back to his old ways- the old days where he was a pirate. As someone who was so against going back to the simple violence of existence before and advocated building something more- "the belters embrace all of you"- seeing him reverting always had a feeling that it would be a problem. I don't know if something about Marco concerned him that much, or if he saw some twisted reflection of his younger self, but an old man in a profession where men die you is something you respect, for certain, but there's always another man. Younger, hungrier. But man I miss the old man. And I'm mad we never got the duo of Drummer and Ashford in a fight together.

[@trancepilot5962]

I remembered what was going to happen in this eppy. I knew it was going to be hard for you. Characters like Ashford, do make a profound impact.

[@fakecubed]

The moon melted for the same reason Eros got really hot when it was breaking the laws of physics. Some kind of waste heat from some kind of crazy protomolecule stuff. In this case, the moon evaporated that shuttle that was being sent down to the planet. The moons are part of some kind of defense system for the planet.

[@spacemanspiff3052]

So weeks ago I slipped up by commenting that Drummer was one of my favorite characters and that she would have a foil that would lead to great storytelling . . . thus, unintentionally spoiling for you that she would obviously live through the assassination attempt on Fred Johnson (still sorry about that). We’ll Drummer and Ashford became my favorite duo in this series, followed closely by Bobbie and Christian. Believe me, I love all the Rocinante crew to bits, but the 2 pair of Drummer, Ashford, Bobbie, and Christian are my jam. Like you, I’d want to be a belter and serve the Beltalowda with beretna Ashford and sesata Drummer. Sorry Ashford going out with his space boots on broke your heart . . . it was the best exit for such a character. Love your show!

[@TheVerifiquitas]

what I loved most about drummer and Ashford up to this point compared to mist of the other OPA is that while they all have justification most of the OPA are willing to kill for their cause, but those two have constantly been willing to die for the cause and not waver on their convictions

[@Mannchini]

If I recall, the moons were part of the planet's defence system. The moon that was melting malfunctioned. The planet itself was a power plant, the ring builders used it to beam power across their empire.

[@carson0myers]

that punch in the last scene with amos and murtry was accidentally real - the blood in amos's mouth was wes' real blood haha

[@laioren]

Ashford is a god damned champ. Only dude badass enough to be Drummer's sidekick.