Tallina

I'm sure some things were left ambiguous so that it could be answered in season 2, if they chose to make another season. For me, the green mansion group got out and we don't really know what awaits them. I'm assuming Lee Si Young's firefighter character was sent on another mission and she will do it because she wants news about her fiance. Then, instead of dying or getting caught by the military, I'm assuming Hyunsu was taken in by Mr. Gangster that I'm sure is no longer himself but is actually the monster that can take over other people's bodies. Since we saw it slithering around and into the armored truck, I'm sure it took over his body since Hyun Su destroyed its previous one. Then there's Eun Hyuk who we see bleeding excessively which makes me assume that he got the crazy bloody nosebleed but the entire scene was shot very secretively as to whether or not he turned since they didn't even show his face as he bled. He could've been bleeding from an injury from the collapsing building for all we know, but I bet that he did get the nosebleed though, cause I am LOVING Lee Do Hyun in this and if there's a season 2, he needs to be back as another special infectee, please. My only question was that I thought Mr. Han turned, so how did he die so easily? Or was it because it was Hyun Su and he has special capabilities to kill the monsters. Whelp, I'm off to read the webtoon now haha hope my final thoughts helped you out in anyway

I'm so glad the rating went up cause this shit was AMAZINGGGGG. omg, I really need that season 2 announcement cause they can't just leave us hanging like that - so many questions left to be answered. And that soundtrack that plays is so hype, love it. Great job to the ENTIRE cast, I already love all the leads, but the entire supporting cast was freakin fantastic from those who only appeared for one episode to those who stayed from the very beginning!! I found my 2020 drama of the year with a few close runner ups haha, sorry not sorry to all the others dramas that aired, but this drama knocked it out of the park. I'm the type to fast forward shows when they get slow and I really didn't need to for this one Really hoping we get that season 2 announcement or else I'd be so devastated.

Ahh, got it. Thank you!

?? Can you explain further? What did they change?

OMG. I'm on episode 2 and am LOVING it. Why the 7.9 people?! Guess I'll find out when I finish it lol

Already a positive in my book since there's no △. Lol which means I can enjoy the couple development without being annoyed haha already loving the interaction and conversations between the leads. I love it because it's refreshing. Not all conversations in real life are smooth, so awkwardness and stares make it feel more...wholesome? They sound both awkward yet forward, love it. Reminds me of Do You Like Brahms? But with more sass and a brighter tone. Praying that the story doesn't start going downhill midway like some other 2020 dramas.

LMAOOO glad to know that I'm not the only one that felt the 2020 kdrama burn. Lol dramas started well and then suddenly the writers went haywire. Lol

Not sure if I'm the only one, but this is one of the few dramas where I really wanted a happy ending for the more "evil" characters. The Crown Princess and Mu Yeon's love story was just tragic and had me hoping they could make it out alive with each other in the end, but of course, they did not. I would say both characters were written and portrayed by the actor/actresses very well with the limited screentime they had. But I guess at least the child lived on!

Just stopping by to say that 5 years later, I'm debating on rewatching it since I remember it as being an incredibly well executed and casted drama that I feel like no other saeguk that came after was as engaging and thrilling to watch.

Just did, my bad. Didn't really think of it as a spoiler, haha but the last line was.

Lol why do I feel like they cut it out probably because HJP probably struck a deal with Alex and they didn't want him to shine anymore. I was thinking maybe he bought the app's rights from them (2STO) since they were probably gonna trash the app anyways. But yeah, it would've been nice to see what went down in there since the app is still operational after 3 years.

This is a drama where if you binge it and don't take the time in between to analyze and actually understand the characters, it's a pretty fun and entertaining watch. Not gonna lie. However, there's a huge difference between binging a show and watching it week by week. I've dropped quite a few shows that I had to wait week after week because characters, story, or acting just wasn't compelling enough. And though I may get hate for this, but had KSH aka HJP not been in this show, I would've dropped it probably half way through. But everyone has their own opinions and thoughts, so instead of getting dissuaded by low reviews or unintelligible comments, just watch the first few episodes to see if its for you. Cheers and happy holidays everyone!

Her and Yong San. He was the only one that understood his own mistakes and owned up to them and apologize to the people he wronged. Loved the growth they showed!

Honestly want a spin off with HJP, Seo In Jae, Yong San, and add Yeo Jin Goo and a love interest for HJP. Also, Dong Cheon lol his scenes with HJP are always hilarious or heart warming. We can start it all over again, HJP's childhood and then go into how he became successful on his own in Seoul (yes to more Nam Da Reum!!). We can summarize the time that was showcased in this portion of Start Up and then venture into his work with YJG's orphanage mentorship program (and introduce to us some new child actors or whatnot) and how he helps them transition to the adult world. He'll have to mentor a hot headed child and we can see all the issues that arise. Then, the background plot lines can go into his friendships and relationships with those around him at Sandbox or otherwise. It can just be a 3 episode special.. No? Well, one can dream. Lol

omg, did they really?! I even screenshot-ed one of your comments to send to a friend cause I thought it was hilarious hahaha well last episode soon! can't wait to see how it ends and whether the rating will continue to fall.

Totally agree with you that that's probably why NDS and SDM will be together. And I know you mentioned HJP's background, so you know he also isn't from a wealthy family and shouldn't be faulted that he worked his way up to have his life the way it is while the SamSan Tech boys couldn't/didn't/ haven't. I agree that he was too hesitant and let's face it. "Fate" wasn't going to let him have it either. The times he did want to try, things got in the way. It's like the saying goes, if you don't ask, the answer will always be no. In this case though, he did share his feelings, he just never pursued them for fear of being rejected and making her uncomfortable. But hey! 1 episode left and I hope they make it a good one.

Lol I feel like most are on the same page. Watch for HJP's ending and scenes. Sorry Dodal fans.

Exactly. It was just so unnecessary. And sorry, but frankly it was kind of pathetic. It was 3 years without Do San and they didn't figure ANYTHING out. Their relationship, the letters, nothing. Lol you would think regular people would talk, but I guess dramaland time skips is literally just a time machine with very little happening in between lol

Honestly, had the writers stopped the triangle earlier and instead went into more of their company dynamics and interworkings, people might've been less frustrated. I'm only speaking for myself, but I've known from the start that HJP has very little chance of getting the girl once the main lead was introduced. Its all just a K drama algorithm, y'know. So I wasn't expecting any different here. But as a fan of HJP, its exasperating to see him down and out because of it. We just want his happy ending. And they could've spent just a bit more time on In Jae, love thats she's gotten more air time these past episodes though - even if it had to be with Dal Mi every time. Also, they should killed the triangle early and spent more time developing the Dodal relationship cause tbh, as much as they're pushing that relationship on us, I still don't feel any chemistry between them. And this isn't because I believe she should choose HJP cause at this point, I'd find it strange if she suddenly hops on the Jidal train. Lol at least tomorrow is the last episode, hopefully they can wrap everything up nicely.

Just finished and honestly, I really loved the undying loyalty Yu Ri had for Lee Rang. And it was clearly reciprocated. The two had a very deep bond and treasured each other when they had no one else. Loved the familial moments between the family of 4, now family of 3. And very glad that he was able to be reincarnated into a warmer family now after how his mother abandoned him back then. He did commit evil deeds, so his sacrifice for his brother was his justice. The rest was pretty predictable so no comment.