This episode gives us two totally unconnected plots. The good news is, both of them work. Plot A has Chase and Leo going up against Donald in a build-your-own-robot competition. Surprisingly enough, the robot designs and bouts look reasonably authentic, but what really makes plot A succeed is how Donald is portrayed. In most episodes, we're given to understand that the guy is egotistical and often childish, but his actions reflect his noble fatherly instincts. Here, for a change, we get to see Donald being a total jerk. It's funny, shows a new side to the character, and makes his defeat extremely satisfying.
In Plot B, Bree carelessly uses her powers in front of her friend Caitlin, and she enlists Adam to cozy up to her and persuade her to keep quiet. I like how Bree exposes her powers out of sheer carelessness, rather than as a response to some contrived situation; it feels more natural and realistic. Without spoiling anything, the resolution to this problem is well-conceived and has a nice twist or two.
Not as funny as the last three episodes, but enjoyable.
In Plot B, Bree carelessly uses her powers in front of her friend Caitlin, and she enlists Adam to cozy up to her and persuade her to keep quiet. I like how Bree exposes her powers out of sheer carelessness, rather than as a response to some contrived situation; it feels more natural and realistic. Without spoiling anything, the resolution to this problem is well-conceived and has a nice twist or two.
Not as funny as the last three episodes, but enjoyable.
