I have to say that to me, this episode felt more like a new beginning than an ending. I have always loved the Asgard. From our first meeting with them in Fifth Race, I knew they were special. As alien as they were, in many ways, they seemed more human than most of the other advanced races we encountered. Their departure reminded me of the end of the Shadow War from Babylon 5. An Elder race decided that Humans have reached a point where they can truly hold their own in the universe. And what's more, the Asgard have enough faith in us to entrust US with their legacy. They could just as easily have called the Nox, and given them the knowledge, but they didn't. That just shows that they feel a stronger kinship with us. And then, like all good parents, they warn us not to repeat their mistakes.
Very well done on the Asgard's departure, and Humans taking our place as the 5th Race. Had to laugh at Daniel's "It's the voice." comment, knowing that he does the voice for Thor.
As for Daniel and Vala, I was happy with that. It's been obvious to me for quite a while that Daniel actually cares very deeply for Vala. If you really think about that and Vala's personality, then Daniel's reaction to her proposition was totally understandable. Imagine caring for someone and thinking that your relationship would never move beyond "just good friends". Daniel obviously wanted something more from Vala, but not if it was going to just be a matter of "something to do to kill time". When he realized that Vala was being genuine, he came to his senses. And given Vala's actions in the past, I think Daniel's kiss was all the apology she needed. Actions speak louder than words for her.
All in all, I was happy with the episode. Would have liked to have seen Jack and General Hammond, but the underlying theme of the episode was "Time moves on and things change, even if you think you're standing still."
Very well done on the Asgard's departure, and Humans taking our place as the 5th Race. Had to laugh at Daniel's "It's the voice." comment, knowing that he does the voice for Thor.
As for Daniel and Vala, I was happy with that. It's been obvious to me for quite a while that Daniel actually cares very deeply for Vala. If you really think about that and Vala's personality, then Daniel's reaction to her proposition was totally understandable. Imagine caring for someone and thinking that your relationship would never move beyond "just good friends". Daniel obviously wanted something more from Vala, but not if it was going to just be a matter of "something to do to kill time". When he realized that Vala was being genuine, he came to his senses. And given Vala's actions in the past, I think Daniel's kiss was all the apology she needed. Actions speak louder than words for her.
All in all, I was happy with the episode. Would have liked to have seen Jack and General Hammond, but the underlying theme of the episode was "Time moves on and things change, even if you think you're standing still."
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