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AGATHA ALL ALONG (2024) Maiden Mother Crone - 1.09 dir. Gandja Monteiro.

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Lesbian situationship so insane they made her a God.

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Sorted caps from Agatha All Along, Season 1.

Agatha Harkness- 100,000 Kathryn Hahn

Rio Vidal - 17,000 Aubrey Plaza

Billy Kaplan / Billy Maximoff - 65,000 Joe Locke

Sharon Hart - 5,000 Debra Jo Rupp

Alice Wu-Gulliver - 16,000 Ali Ahn

Jennifer Kale-18,000 Sasheer Zamata

Lilia Calderu - 26,000 Patti LuPone

Rebecca Kaplan - 1,000 Maria Dizzia

Jeff Kaplan - 900 Paul Adelstein

Eddie - 1,500 Miles Gutierrez-Riley

Nicholas Scratch - 2,600 Abel Lysenko

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King Tut’s Iconic Death Mask Was Intended for Someone Else

Research from the University of York points to an "overlooked clue" hiding in plain sight.

Tutankhamun’s death mask is one of the most-recognized images around the globe. Measuring 21 inches tall, inlaid with a detailed mosaic of precious stones, and featuring a 5.5 lb golden beard, the artifact is surely one of the world’s most iconic objects. But researchers think that the pharaoh’s ears may be hiding a secret in plain sight.

The death mask was found in 1925 by the Egyptologist Howard Carter during his excavations of Tutankhamun’s tomb which his team rediscovered in 1922 in the Valley of the Kings near the city of Luxor. Carter’s records are kept at the University of Oxford’s Griffith Institute which was established 17 years after Carter first discovered Tutankhamun’s tomb as the center for Egyptology at the university, named after the university’s first Professor of Egyptology, Francis Llewellyn Griffith.

Tutankhamun, known as the “Boy King,” came to the throne aged just nine and ruled Egypt for around nine years between ca. 1332 and 1323 BCE. He was riddled with ailments including scoliosis and a cleft palate, thought to be due to his parents being brother and sister.

But new research out of the University of York suggests that the mask was not originally designed for the young Pharaoh, and was instead intended for a regal female burial—perhaps Tutankhamun’s stepmother Queen Nefertiti who died before Tutankhamun, though no specific date for her death is known. This theory hinges on one key detail of the death mask: Tutankhamun’s pierced ears.

Piercings were typically only found on the death masks of female rulers and children. Lead researcher Professor Joann Fletcher said in a documentary for History Hit in 2022 that “research suggests that the King wouldn’t have worn earrings beyond childhood, so by the age of 20 when he died he would not have been portrayed with pierced ears” calling the pierced ears of the mask a “long-overlooked feature”.

When compared, the gold used on the face of Tutankhamun is entirely different to the gold used on the rest of the mask, suggesting—as Fletcher put it—that Tutankhamun’s face was “effectively grafted on” to the pre-existing mask of a previous—and likely female—ruler.

There is no doubt, however, that the likeness is of King Tut, as the likeness of a death mask was considered imperative should the person’s soul be able to be reunited with their body for judgement by the god of funerary practices and guide to the underworld, Anubis, after their death.

“I was sure the death mask was not specifically designed for King Tut”, Fletcher said.

Fletcher suggests that the originally intended recipient of the mask could be the Pharaoh Nefertiti, who married and ruled alongside Tutankhamun’s father Pharaoh Akhenaten. This theory was first proposed in 2015 by the British Egyptologist Nicholas Reeves. There is scholarly debate about whether Nefertiti ruled as pharaoh on her own for a short time between her husband’s death and Tutankhamun ascending to the throne. Nefertiti’s tomb has never been discovere

The reason for this make-do-and-mend approach to the burial of, at that point, the most powerful and wealthy man in Egypt may be due to the suddenness of his death, aged around 19. Theories on Tutankhamun’s cause of death have included murder, but it is currently believed that he passed away from malaria and an infection the young ruler developed after a serious chariot crash which left him with a broken leg at the time of his burial. The lack of preparation for this death may have led to the decision to alter a pre-existing mask rather than commission a new one from scratch. Other details suggesting that Tutankhamun’s burial was hurried were patches of paint on the walls of his tomb which would have still been wet when the tomb was sealed.

The mask is kept in the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which re-opened last month after an 11 year delay.

By Verity Babbs.

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Agatha All Along Episode 9: Easter Eggs & References

Episode Title: “Maiden, Mother, Crone”

A Timeless Archetype Reflecting Agatha’s Dark Evolution

Triple Goddess Symbolism: This episode title isn’t just poetic—it’s a deep dive into the mythological Triple Goddess archetype, channeling the Maiden, Mother, and Crone phases. Lifted from “The Ballad of the Witch’s Road,” it acts as a mirror to Agatha’s own evolution, her passage through these stages marking the highs and lows of her power. The Maiden represents her early, untainted years; the Mother speaks to her nurturing (and at times manipulative) instincts, especially toward Nicholas; and the Crone embodies her spectral, almost ethereal presence, a culmination of wisdom and loss. Agatha’s journey here isn’t just about magical power; it’s a raw reflection of what it costs to survive, grow, and evolve in a world of supernatural forces.

Agatha’s Brooch: The brooch is Agatha’s constant, practically her emblem through this transformation. It’s more than just an accessory—this little piece of metal represents the phases she’s lived through. As she transitions into her Crone phase in the episode’s finale, the brooch ties her spectral form to her past selves, showing her continuity and evolution. It also hints at her new role with Billy, bridging her connection to both Nicholas and her potential mentorship with him. The brooch isn’t just jewelry; it’s Agatha’s personal timeline, a piece that signifies her journey across the borders of life, death, and whatever lies between.

Agatha’s life in 1750 (57 Years After WandaVision’s Salem Flashback)

An Origin of Power Born from Sacrifice and Survival

Opening in 1750: A Study in Survival The episode’s opening in 1750 sets a gritty, raw tone that peels back Agatha’s origin story in one intense moment. Her desperate confrontation with Rio, the embodiment of Lady Death, as she fights for her unborn child’s survival is more than just a plea—it’s the birth of her ruthless philosophy. Cloaked in that iconic purple, Agatha is utterly isolated, her resolve hardening as she stares down Rio, demanding her child’s life at any cost. This encounter shows her willing to embrace sacrifice as the price of survival, a mindset that will shape every decision to come. Here, Agatha’s brutal belief takes root: survival isn’t given, it’s “earned” through dominance. Nicholas’s future may be doomed, but his fate is born from her relentless determination to protect her legacy, however twisted that might become. This dark origin story transforms Agatha into someone who sees power as not only her right but her birthright, carved out of sacrifice and survival.

Nicholas Scratch – Origins and Magical Creation

A Son “Made from Scratch,” Rooted in Agatha’s Ambition

“Made from Scratch” This isn’t just a name; it’s Agatha’s own brand of bravado. Naming Nicholas “made from scratch” feels like Agatha planting her flag in the ground—a declaration of her strength and belief in self-made power. She’s built herself up from nothing, and in Nicholas, she tries to embody that same fierce resilience and independence. It’s a nod to Agatha’s refusal to bow to natural limitations, bringing her in line with iconic creators like Frankenstein, who pass down a dark legacy to their creations. By conjuring Nicholas from her own force of will, Agatha stakes her claim on a brand of strength that’s earned, not given, setting the tone for her uncompromising philosophy on survival and power.

A Cycle of Moral Compromise and Loss In creating Nicholas, Agatha doesn’t just birth a child—she begins a tragic lineage steeped in sacrifice and a brutal interpretation of love. Her fierce devotion to him, bringing him into existence “from scratch,” is both a triumph and a tether that binds them in a cycle of protection and betrayal. Agatha’s drive to shield Nicholas at any cost drags her into morally murky waters, where her love, however genuine, becomes deeply flawed and even toxic. Her relentless ambition and willingness to sacrifice for him are both her strength and her downfall, ultimately warping their relationship into something tangled and tragic. Nicholas becomes the vessel of Agatha’s power-driven love, and that inheritance, burdened with her ambitions, costs her everything she’s fought to preserve.

The Burden of Legacy Nicholas isn’t just a symbol of Agatha’s magical prowess; he’s a living testament to the high stakes of her philosophy. By choosing to rely entirely on magic to bring him to life, Agatha sets herself on a path where her ideals of resilience bleed into ruthlessness, and her belief in self-sufficiency isolates her. This “made from scratch” mindset reveals a core fear of vulnerability, pushing her deeper into survival mode, even as it chips away at the legacy she hoped to solidify through Nicholas. Agatha’s story becomes a paradox—a journey of power and resilience that ultimately consumes the very future she tried to build.

Coven and Boundary Stones

Agatha’s Intrusion and the Power of Ancient Wards

Ancient Protective Magic and Agatha’s Betrayal These boundary stones are no casual set piece—they’re an ancient magical defense, glowing with an intense protective energy that feels practically alive. When Agatha crosses these enchanted markers, they flash blue before shifting to a murky yellow, signaling her disruption of the coven’s defenses. This color shift isn’t just a cool visual effect; it’s a deliberate cue that Agatha’s power doesn’t harmonize with the coven’s—it corrupts and overpowers it. It’s a visual metaphor for her philosophy of survival, one that thrives on consuming and dominating, setting her up as an intruder within sacred spaces. In this moment, we see her belief that survival is achieved through force, a sentiment that foreshadows her inevitable betrayal of the coven.

Isolation and Power The boundary stones mark a powerful line in the sand between community and the path of isolation Agatha is destined to walk. Her decision to cross these stones symbolizes her sacrifice of connection and morality, isolating her from the rest of the magical world to secure her own survival. This action speaks to the core theme of power as a double-edged sword—one that, while securing her position, severs her ties to anyone who could have stood beside her. Agatha’s power creates barriers as much as it fortifies, trapping her within her own world of dominance and distrust, as she crosses the threshold from community member to the solitary figure whose survival depends on sacrificing others.

1756 – The Stolen Bell

A Bell Rings, Marking the Start of Agatha’s Ruthless Legacy

The Birth of Agatha’s Legacy of Deception Fast-forward six years after Nicholas’s birth, and we see the seeds of Agatha’s dark legacy sprout in a deceptively simple act—a stolen bell. Nicholas, still young and likely unaware of the depth of his actions, swipes this bell from a witch, luring her right into Agatha’s trap. Agatha, as ruthless as ever, uses this opportunity to drain both the witch and her coven of their power, solidifying the bell’s significance in her legend. The bell makes its way into “The Ballad of the Witches’ Road,” a symbol not just of Agatha’s manipulation, but of the role Nicholas unknowingly plays in his mother’s quest for dominance. This is the start of a brutal legacy, one where Nicholas becomes a pawn in Agatha’s relentless pursuit of power.

Corruption of Innocence Nicholas’s involvement in luring witches highlights Agatha’s impact on him—she’s passing down more than just power, but a skewed morality that slowly corrupts his innocence. He becomes a tool for her, mirroring Agatha’s own moral compromises and hinting at the inevitable cycle of manipulation she’s set in motion. This twisted dynamic between mother and son foreshadows her later relationship with Billy, as Agatha nudges him toward a morally ambiguous path, echoing her hold over Nicholas. It’s a chilling legacy—Agatha’s influence doesn’t just consume power; it pulls those closest to her into a shadowed, morally complex world.

The Ballad of the Witches’ Road – Origins

A Melody Born from Innocence and Bonding

A Dark Inversion of Maternal Love “The Witches’ Road” begins as a haunting, almost lullaby-like tune shared between Agatha and Nicholas—a mother-son moment rooted in something innocent, maybe even tender. But Agatha’s twisted sense of morality seeps into the melody, reshaping it into something insidious. Lyrics like “all that’s wrong is right, and all that’s bad is good” become a chilling reflection of Agatha’s own warped philosophy, transforming this once-simple song into a weapon. Much like a siren’s song, the ballad lures unsuspecting witches straight into Agatha’s trap, using the lure of music to seal their fates. This transformation of their shared melody into a dark tool of deception highlights how Agatha’s influence corrodes even the purest connections, inverting love into something deadly.

Nicholas’s Disillusionment and Departure As Nicholas matures, he starts to see through Agatha’s philosophy, questioning her cold, power-driven worldview. Agatha’s obsession with survival through dominance alienates him, driving a wedge between them that eventually pushes him to leave with Rio. Her relentless drive, intended to protect him, ironically leads Nicholas toward the very fate she feared. The ballad’s evolution from an innocent, intimate creation to a manipulative tool underscores the tragic unraveling of their bond—Agatha’s love is genuine yet twisted, and in trying to shield Nicholas, she ultimately loses him.

Connection to Nicholas’s Room This origin story of “The Witches’ Road” also explains a key detail in Agatha All Along Episode 1: the singing award in Nicholas’s room. Within the fabricated reality crafted by Wanda’s spell, Agatha includes a singing award, a subtle nod to their shared creation. This detail isn’t just set dressing—it’s a poignant reminder of her complex attachment to Nicholas and the remnants of their past. Even in a constructed world, Agatha clings to fragments of their history, suggesting a longing that’s equal parts nostalgic and haunting. It’s a small but powerful addition that speaks volumes about her character and the bittersweet weight of her legacy.

“Use Your Purple”

A Moment of Magic That Defines Agatha’s Identity and Resilience

Empowerment and Survival When Nicholas asks his mother if she can “use her purple” while they’re surviving out in the forest, he’s pointing straight to the heart of Agatha’s identity. Her signature purple magic isn’t just a parlor trick—it’s the core of her power and, more importantly, her lifeline. This phrase underscores Agatha’s reliance on her abilities not only as a symbol of strength but as a necessity for survival. Flashing back to Agatha All Along’s premiere, we see a young Harkness bargaining with Rio, begging to “get her purple back.” This line reveals how deeply Agatha’s connection to her magic runs; it’s more than just power, it’s her resilience, her armor. Her purple magic is both her weapon and her protection, symbolizing her fierce determination to reclaim her full potential even in the face of threats. This attachment to her powers isn’t just about dominance—it’s survival, empowerment, and identity all wrapped into one.

Dandelion Seed and Locket

A Fragile Keepsake, Capturing Love’s Fleeting Connection

Symbol of Fleeting Connection The dandelion seed Agatha keeps tucked away in her locket isn’t just a token—it’s a piece of memory, a connection to a time when she and Nicholas shared a rare, simple joy together along the Witches’ Road. Agatha All Along Episode 9 dives into this memory, showing us the origin of that seed, captured from a moment where they blew on dandelions together, back when Nicholas was still alive and Agatha hadn’t yet crossed the line into her darker path. The fragility of the dandelion reflects the delicate, transient nature of life and love, making this locket more than just a keepsake; it’s a bittersweet reminder of what she once cherished, even as that part of her life slipped away.

Cycles of Life and Loss This tiny seed becomes even more powerful in Agatha All Along Episode 8, where Agatha uses it in the final trial on the Witches’ Road. The dandelion serves as a symbol of life’s unending cycle—birth, decay, and rebirth, echoed in the cyclical, haunting reality of Agatha’s life. It embodies the innocence she’s lost and the brutal choices she’s made. The seed is a fragment of her past, a physical connection to Nicholas that speaks to both their bond and the inevitable erosion of everything she held dear. This delicate keepsake captures the beauty and tragedy of their connection, a symbol of how life itself can be fleeting, just like a dandelion drifting on the wind.

Agatha as the Architect of the Witches’ Road Myth

Building a Legacy of Entrapment Through Deception

A Legacy of Entrapment and Power When Rio—Lady Death herself—claims Nicholas, Agatha is granted a fleeting six extra years with him. But when that time runs out, her world shatters. Grief and rage ignite a relentless killing spree, with Agatha transforming the myth of the Witches’ Road into her personal lure, a haunting siren song she crafted through “The Ballad.” What started as a melody she once shared with Nicholas morphs into a deadly weapon, a means to draw covens close under the guise of unity, only for her to drain their powers and fuel her own. We see Agatha singing the Ballad with covens across centuries, expanding the legend of the Witches’ Road, a place shrouded in both danger and allure. This myth becomes her calculated weapon, channeling her heartbreak into something chillingly powerful.

False Coven and Manipulation Agatha positions herself as a “guide” on the Witches’ Road, drawing witches in with promises of mentorship and unity, only to betray them and siphon their magic. Her manipulation builds an infamous reputation as both a predator and a master witch, painting her as a Faustian figure who gains power at a brutal cost. Agatha’s path reflects an endless cycle of betrayal born from grief, as her need for survival and strength overtakes her moral compass. She’s not simply a villain; she’s a complex character, a tragic figure who, devastated by loss, becomes ensnared in her own web of deception and power.

Building the Myth Through Deception With each coven she encounters, Agatha deepens the legend of the Witches’ Road, crafting it as a place of legendary power, veiled in both glory and danger. But beneath that lore, it’s all just a tool—a way for her to gather strength, to reinforce her philosophy that survival and power are there for the taking, if you’re willing to pay the price. This deception, which turns her into both a cautionary tale and an unstoppable force, captures her essence: a character whose manipulative edge isn’t just for show, but a survival strategy born from love and grief. In trying to shield herself from the pain of loss, Agatha becomes the very force of betrayal and dominance that once stole her son away.

Agatha’s Ghostly Return

A Spirit Bound by Guilt and Unfinished Business

Bound by Unresolved Guilt After sacrificing herself to save Billy (Wiccan) in Agatha All Along Episode 8, Agatha reappears in Episode 9 as a ghost, bound to the mortal plane by unfinished business and unshakable guilt. Her spectral form, unable to fully interact with Billy, symbolizes her limited influence—she’s present but powerless, still tethered by her attachment to Nicholas and the unresolved issues that won’t let her move on. This classic ghostly trope hits hard, casting Agatha as a spirit stuck between worlds, haunted by choices that were never truly selfless. Her sacrifice wasn’t just for Billy’s sake; it was also a calculated move for her own ends, adding another layer to her complicated, morally ambiguous motives.

Conflicted Mentor In this ghostly state, Agatha is visibly older, with fully white hair and a costume that channels her original comic appearance, drawing a direct line to her spectral guide role in the Scarlet Witch (2015) comics. There, she returned to aid Wanda, dispensing guidance steeped in her own regrets and hard-won wisdom. Episode 9 embraces this legacy, recreating Agatha’s earliest look with a twist. Ironically, while fans might have expected her to show up with a mere white streak in her hair (a nod to the modern, Hahn-inspired design), here we see a fully aged Agatha, embracing her transformation into the Crone archetype. This aged appearance and ghostly presence hint at a deeper, more complex role, setting her up as a mentor for Billy. Yet, as with everything Agatha, her motives remain murky, with a mixture of genuine care and lingering ambition. Her ghostly form captures this tension—she’s a guide caught between love and influence, weighed down by the choices of her past, making her an enigmatic mentor who’s anything but straightforward.

An Unlikely Partnership and the Formation of a “Coven of Two”

Agatha and Billy’s Alliance Blurs Lines Between Mentor and Manipulator

An Alliance Rooted in Darkness Ghost Agatha’s proposal to team up with Billy (Wiccan) brings a new layer of intrigue, forming what she calls a “coven of two”—a partnership steeped in shadows and layered motives. This alliance feels like a nod to the Scarlet Witch (2016) series by James Robinson and Vanesa Del Rey, where Agatha’s ghost walks alongside Wanda on the Witches’ Road, serving as both ally and spiritual guide. Here, Agatha fills a similar role for Billy, who, through his chaos magic, has inadvertently created his own version of the Witches’ Road. Agatha’s mentorship is anything but straightforward, laced with moral ambiguity and tinged by her own dark history. This pairing mirrors the balance of guidance and danger seen in Wanda’s journey, positioning Agatha as both mentor and potential corrupter on Billy’s path.

Legacy and Redemption Agatha’s offer to partner with Billy hints at a redemption arc that’s just as layered as it is uncertain. This partnership could pull Agatha closer to a semblance of redemption, but it’s equally possible she’ll lead Billy into her morally gray world. Their dynamic holds a compelling mix of power and complexity, bringing to mind anti-hero duos like Loki and Sylvie, where mutual interests clash with deeper emotional ties. As the episode closes with Billy’s line, “Spirit as my guide… let’s go find Tommy,” we’re left with a question mark hanging over their alliance—will Agatha steer him toward growth, or drag him further into the mystical murk of the Witches’ Road? The potential of this “coven of two” is as enticing as it is treacherous, leaving us to wonder which path Agatha’s influence will ultimately carve out for Billy.

Billy Maximoff’s Role as “Love Persevering”

A Legacy of Grief and Power That Reflects Wanda’s Enduring Love

Emotional Legacy Billy stands as a living testament to Wanda’s undying love and the grief that fuels it—a continuation of WandaVision’s unforgettable line, “What is grief, if not love persevering?” Agatha’s reveal that it was Billy’s own chaos magic that manifested the Witches’ Road redefines his journey as something he unintentionally built himself, an echo of Wanda’s raw, powerful abilities. His powers, like Wanda’s, are both a product of love and a force capable of immense destruction, casting him as a character locked in an emotional tug-of-war between creation and devastation.

Moral Dilemma and Growth Agatha’s manipulative guidance along the Witches’ Road nudges Billy into morally gray territory, subtly framing the deaths on this path as justifiable casualties. This not-so-subtle influence is eerily reminiscent of her dynamic with Nicholas, pushing Billy to grapple with the weight of his own powers. His sense of guilt, coupled with Agatha’s skewed mentorship, fuels a tension that drives him toward a journey where right and wrong aren’t as clear-cut. Billy’s path becomes one of navigating his emotional legacy while confronting the responsibility—and consequences—of wielding such unpredictable magic.

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THEORIES and THOUGHTS: BILLY

With 4-ish days left for the next episode, finally, here is my long-overdue post about my insights about Episode 6! Also this is going to be a three parter, because as I'm writing this I realize that it is too much for a single post to consolidate all of my theories LMAO

Of course special mention to @justmonty because without her none of these theories would have been cooked at all

Part 1 Billy | Part 2 Agatha | Part 3 Trial and Next Ep

Alright HERE WE GO!

Ok, so first off, our gen-z son of a bitch himself, Billy. His reveal was so iconic but it confused the hell out of me because if HE IS Billy Maximoff, is he the reincarnated version or did Billy survive the hex and got adopted somewhere else?

Both is possible because in MoM, Wanda couldn't find him... which makes sense since Agatha said that a sigil put on someone hides that person from the sigil caster (if the sigil caster fits the requirements of the sigil), so the sigil would hide him from Wanda too. So this is what I think:

Wanda might have put a sigil on Billy, even BEFORE everything happened: as soon as she started suspecting that another witch was in the hex (which could be when she started suspecting Monica or as soon as Pietro didn't make sense). HOWEVER, it could also be when Billy and Tommy were tucked into bed that last time when Wanda was shrinking the hex down, when she already confirmed that Agatha existed (and other witches by proxy).

SO IT WOULD MAKE SENSE THAT SHE WOULDN'T BE ABLE TO FIND THEM IN THIS UNIVERSE NOW BC SHES CONVINCED THAT THEYRE GONE IN THIS UNIVERSE.

so it's either: billy's soul, that still has the sigil, reincarnated into a new body OR billy survives for some reason and lives a new life; i mean even the fact that he was just living in Eastview (which he mentioned before his voice was muted), so incredibly near the hex is very telling of his origins from the get-go, and adds both more clues and more mystery to how he came to be.

which leads me to how Agatha figured out that Billy was Wanda's kid, rather than hers (of course the prerequisite here is that Rio tells her this). There are two prevailing theories, both of which are possible (and may coincide):

When Billy says Nicholas Scratch's name, the sigil doesn't work--which is the biggest dead giveaway that he wasn't Nicky. Because yes, Billy asked about what really happened to Agatha's son, but that doesn't really say anything because we don't know how much the sigil is censoring. If he was Nicholas Scratch, would the sigil block out his memories of Agatha too? So when the sigil lets him say Nicky's name, Agatha confirms that it's not him. By virtue of elimination, the only other young witch that could have been powerful enough or reckless enough to do anything like what Teen's been doing is Billy, and Agatha concludes this because Billy Maximoff would have an agenda. But that raises a question: if Billy wanted to take revenge on Agatha, why free her from the distorted spell in the first place? He could have just messed with her in the spell rather than freeing her.

When Agatha absorbs Alice's powers, her affinity for sensing spells and magic comes back. She said in Wandavision that she went into the hex because she felt the afterglow of so many spells being casted all at once, so it's possible that after absorbing Alice's powers, she sensed the power hidden in Teen and found it incredibly similar to Wanda's. From there, it doesn't take much to put two and two together.

With that in mind, after Agatha goads him into revealing his true power (more on that later), it's finally revealed that he has more or less the same magic that Wanda has, or at least an affinity for the same reality-bending, mind-control power that she had. NOW I POSIT YOU THIS:

(thank you to @justmonty for sending me this!)

Billy was always the catalyst of every trial so far. And let me remind you what he said when he first went into the road:

"It looks just like I pictured it."

SO, DOES THAT MEAN that he has a hand in what the road looks like? If he has the same or similar powers to Wanda, could he have made the road or manipulated it? What's the extent of his control here? Is it possible that he created a hex-like spell similar to Wanda's in the Witches' Road? I mean, he's so knowledgeable about the Road that there is a big chance that he can manipulate the things in it.

However, I come back to my earlier point: I genuinely don't think he's entirely in the know, because if his main motive is to fuck with Agatha, then why free her from the spell in the first place? What is he playing at? If he is the one controlling the trials, what does he have to gain from it? How much does he know?

I am very excited about the next episode, because as things stand now, it looks like the next episode will be from his perspective--or at least the story will follow him more than they will the others.

Those are my thoughts on Billy, Agatha and next episode coming next!

EDIT: This post speculating that Billy killed Sharon also 1) makes so much sense with the theory that he's somehow controlling the Road 2) fits in the evidence that he does have an agenda against Agatha because of Wanda. I mean, Sharon's entire trauma was about Wanda, so what if Billy killed her because of his fucked up belief that Wanda is perfect and sinless? MUCH TO THINK ABOUT

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After sitting with the finale and rewatching it, I found myself thinking about two components that I still don't like about the show.

1. Nicholas Scratch and The Salem Seven. Wasted potential comes to mind when I think about both. The Salem Seven was done away with way too quickly, and more time should have been given to developing such an iconic group. Instead, they were nothing but jump scares and a plot device to have our main characters run from point A to point B.

I personally did not like the Nicholas change, and I think it's a waste of a great character. I hope they bring in the real version from the comic books, maybe through the multiverse. We know so little about Nicholas's origins; who was his father? One little quote like "I made you from scratch" isn't enough for me. We didn't dig deep enough into the history. These characters have such a deep lore that I can't understand why it's not being pulled upon here. It's bad enough The Salem Seven's backstory was changed. I still thought they'd tie it back to Nicholas somehow. Since, in the comics, they are all his children.

2. I wanted more of Agatha. I have so many questions which I assumed would have been answered. How did she get the Darkhold? Why did she have it? What did she want from it? How did she meet Rio? How did they fall in love? What about Agatha's original coven? This was meant to be a limited series about Agatha, yet her origins and motivations seem to be the least fleshed out. Especially when you compare it to Billy's or even Lilia's. Unless we're getting a season 2, which could be on the cards because of how well it did with a small budget, we most likely won't get those answers.

So we end up with another show, which, while very enjoyable, is more about setting up new characters than fleshing out the titular character the show was meant to be about. Think about it, Black Widow was about introducing Yelena, and Hawkeye was about introducing Kate. Loki was to a certain extent about setting up the multiverse and introducing Kang (well that went sideways, but beside the point.) Antman 3 was also about setting up Kang. And I go could on and on. Why can't a Marvel show/movie ever just be about the character that it is currently focusing on without having to set something else up.

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RACHEL HILSON GIF PACK

— ✰ on the page linked below in the SOURCE LINK, you will find ( NINETY-FIVE ) hq gifs of RACHEL HILSON sourced from her role as NORA HOLLERAN in RED, WHITE & ROYAL BLUE (2023). rachel is 27 and is of black ( unspecified ) descent, so please cast her accordingly. all gifs were cropped at 245x145 and were made from scratch by feifer for roleplaying purposes only. therefore, i am taking full credit for these.

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𝔫𝔦𝔨𝔬𝔥𝔩𝔞𝔰 ... is  a semi - selective, mutulas only independent blog for nicholas " nick " scratch of netflix's chilling adventures of sabrina, show based with headcanons of my own + some inspiration from the graphic novels. crossover verses available. heavy topics will be on this blog, including speaking of the devil, blood, satanic witchcraft, death, necromancy, & more. be aware before following heavily anti - r. aguirre sacasa. his coven : @sabrnas , @antecrist ,

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In yet another questionable move, James Gunn has made casting decisions for "Superman: Legacy" that leave fans scratching their heads.

The latest addition to the lineup is Nicholas Hoult, known for his roles in "The Menu" and "Mad Max Fury Road," who will be taking on the role of Superman's iconic archnemesis, Lex Luthor.

Not only was Hoult in the running for Superman, a role that ultimately went to David Corenswet, but he also missed out on playing Batman in Matt Reeves' "The Batman" reboot. It seems like Gunn's casting decisions are as inconsistent as they are uninspiring.

Hoult will need lots of luck as he joins the ranks of actors who've tackled the character of Lex Luthor, but it's hard to muster much enthusiasm for this latest addition to the lineup.

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beneath the stars

by vwoolf Rio Vidal is Hollywood’s latest it girl—young, flirty, and newly out as a lesbian. Agatha Harkness is an established industry icon whose career has stalled in an industry obsessed with youth. Stuck in a loveless marriage to a powerful producer, Agatha wants to leave but is afraid of the consequences. What happens when the two are cast as ex-lovers in a steamy new lesbian film and their undeniable chemistry starts to blur the lines between fiction and reality? Words: 2930, Chapters: 1/?, Language: English Fandoms: Agatha All Along (TV) Rating: Mature Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Categories: F/F Characters: Agatha Harkness, Rio Vidal, Wanda Maximoff, Alice Gulliver, Lilia Calderu, Jennifer Kale, Nicholas Scratch (Marvel) Relationships: Agatha Harkness/Rio Vidal Additional Tags: Hollywood AU, they're actresses, they're giving evelyncelia, but modern, Alternate Universe, Alternate Universe - Modern Setting, Slow Burn, Unresolved Sexual Tension, Pining, rio experiences a severe case of gay panic syndrome, Lesbian Agatha Harkness, Lesbian Rio Vidal, I suck at tagging via https://ift.tt/7teuGCY