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Becks, Kels, and Kirby to recap and discuss The Mentor Returns, and it's a long one - the chapter and the episode. We get a tiny domestic slice of fluff before the existential crisis that is Ochako's life crushes us. But, we're rewarded for the pain by the first smut scene. IT'S SUCH A GOOD ONE, TOO. Finally, Ochako has some very fun, super chill conversations with All Might and Uwabumi.

Becks, Kels, and Kirby to recap and discuss The Agreements. We might have been gone for a month, and had to record this episode twice, but we're back, baby. Ochako wakes up in a bush after the celebration in the previous chapter. After avoiding Bakugo, feelings, and life, she ends up in a million different conversations (just kidding, it's like two) before Bakugo finally corners her. There's so much happening in this chapter we almost forgot the most important part — a further dive into Dabi's motivations!

Also, forgive the wonky audio at a few parts; Kirby did her best to edit, but the recording gods were against us this time.

Becks, Kels, and Kirby recap and discuss The Favor. It's our second look into what the characters at UA are doing, and what a stark contrast it is to the Ember plotline! Even though she's not constantly under the threat of mortal danger, Ember Uraraka has her own slew of problems to work through and her own flavor of angst with which Kirby hurts us. We also get a chance to experience the POV of UA Katsuki, which is an absolute treat.

Becks, Kels, and Kirby recap and discuss The Truth - Pt 2. What a rollercoaster of emotions. It's just one painful thing after another, though there are a few bright spots, such as a sulky Bakugou realizing that Deku is stronger than him. Mostly though, Becks and Kels are just super sad, while Kirby does her best evil queen laugh because she's the queen of angst. There's only one way to go from here, friends, and it's not up.

Becks, Kels, and Kirby recap and discuss the second half of The Funeral of a Gentle King. Things get extra good! We get our first glimpse at Uwabumi being the baddest, most cunning bitch in the game. Ochako fucks shit up in the tournament, and then gets fucked up in the most insane night of partying ever. This chapter was a personal favorite for all of us, and it shows in our tangents.

Becks, Kels, and Kirby recap and discuss the first half of The Funeral of a Gentle King. There's so much lore to process and feelings to relive as we see how the citizens of Ember honor their dead. Plus, it's ships galore as we get past MinaKiriBaku, hints of TodoDeku and IidaCamie, and, of course, more development for Kacchako.

Becks, Kels, and Kirby recap and discuss The Aftermath! It starts off strong with a very soft smut scene in which two platonic bros show each other how much they appreciate one another. Then, our favorite pair get to check in with literally everyone in the castle before going to see one (1) very anxious dragon. Per a certain author, it's the calm before the storm, so we're holding on to every bit of fluff we can.

Becks, Kels, and Kirby recap and discuss A Difficult Conversation! It's sad boy Bakugou hours because Kirby thrives on hurting him (and us). The name of this game is which difficult conversation the title is referencing because they all hit us with the angst. Also, taking a week off means we forgot how to podcast, so please forgive our many, many detours.

Becks, Kels, and Kirby recap and discuss The Reunion! Kirby continues to kill it with her world building as Katsuki and Ochako arrive in Argon and we finally get to meet the queen! Kels and Becks were as shook this time around by her identity as when they first read the story. In fact, even writing this, the shock still hasn't worn off.

Becks, Kels, and Kirby recap and discuss chapter 12! There's so much delicious world building, the Kacchako relationship continues to develop, and truths are shared! Poor Ochako, she really just can't catch a break. Also, remember when the wildest twist in Seeing Double was the spring reveal?