This episode is the literal definition of being traumatized doesn't excuse hurting others, Blitz hurt so many and it's crazy how many

I like that Verosika hosted these parties not to shame any of Blitzø's exes, but to reassure them that they're not alone in what they're going through. She was so nice to Stolas the entire night. Also was sweet how actually she trying to help Blitzø see the he absolutely belongs at the "I Hate Blitzø" party.

The fact that the first person Blitzø apologized to was the first hit in episode 1 "Murder Family", but she's with the woman who ordered the hit lol. That one bit with Mayberry and Martha is one of the greatest plot twists ever.

Blitzø finally sees what his self destructive tendencies and behavior has done and realizes people DID love him but he shut them out before it got serious. Verosika definitely cares about Blitz and hopes he can change. Also, Stolas singing a rock ballad is something that wasn't on my apology tour bingo, but I love it!

Also: At 27:46 Blitz wanted to comfort Stolas by touching him, but then in the background of the song came the line "Don't touch that pretty thing" Most likely intentional, but it makes the scene even more emotional

I love that verosika gave blitz the heart, because the cake was him, it's his heart, the one part of himself he'd never let anyone else have

I like the fact that Verosika really wants to help Blitzø to change or to realize his mistakes, truly one of the best episodes of the season.

The thing that gets me the most is how many people are GENUINELY heartbroken about blitz at the party. Yeah you see a good amount of "we had a one night stand the bitch" but you also see a whole lot of people who look at so much of a picture of blitz and start to break down. The throwing knife guy, the girl sitting on the stairs, crying and drinking. Verosika herself. Blitz could very well be the best partner you could ever ask for if he didn't hate himself and ditch everyone.

8:24 No, Blitz, you sorried Fizz so hard that YOU cried.

Can we also appreciate how Verosica giving Blitzø cake was basically indirectly saying he is also part of "Hate Blitzø party"

Alright, here we go again: - The first scene was a roller coaster in itself, as much a mix of steps forward and back as everything else in this episode. Both Blitzø and Stolas did _so_ much better at communicating with one another, and at correcting their own failings in the process -- Stolas was able to express his feelings clearly and stand up for his own boundaries, and even though it took a lot of pushing, Blitzø _actually _*_admitted_*_ to his self-loathing_ and copped to the fact that he's no good at talking things out... but then they both kept falling back into their self-defensive bad habits, Blitzø pushing when he should've backed off and Stolas backing off when he should've pushed, and things boomeranged _right_ back to where they started. It's true what they say: hurt people hurt people. - The reveal of Martha and Miss Mayberry was thoroughly unexpected, but a welcome surprise. It might be risky to make paying a visit to IMP's targets a regular fixture of the after-mission routine, but hey, it could be a nice touch if they try it. - Blitzø's repeated attempts to try to find the words to express how sorry he was to Stolas illustrate as clearly as anything how much Blitzø actually _does_ regret what he said and did. It's been discussed before that he's self-taught when it comes to writing, so drafting up apology texts is likely a challenge for him -- but he doesn't go through that kind of hassle for people who aren't worth it to him, and he clearly felt like he needed to do _more_ than just _write_ an apology. Blitzø's going to more trouble to make amends with Stolas than he's done for just about anyone else. - As much as Stolas _really_ doesn't want to be around Blitzø for the time being (and understandably so, honestly), it's pretty clear from his visible discomfort at the overt animosity aimed at Blitzø at the party that _he doesn't _*_hate_*_ Blitzø._ He's _hurt,_ and he wants _space_ and the time to _heal,_ but it's not hard to see that he's still willing to let Blitzø _earn_ another chance. - The costumes and decor at the party are chock-full of jokes and references. I have to give points for the Alex Brightman-inspired Beetlejuice costume, that was an excellent touch. - Blitzø has probably _never_ had as clear a demonstration of how badly he's broken someone's heart as he got by being in the audience for Stolas's song. Stolas was absolutely speaking from the heart, broken as it is, sharing his feelings in a way that he's likely never been able to before -- keeping his eyes closed to keep his anxiety at bay, he was able to help Blitzø see clearly what he really meant to Stolas... and just how _severely_ his actions have messed up Stolas's headspace in a cycle of 'what-ifs' and self-blame. For the first time, Blitzø realized how much he'd fucked up, and it _hurt him._ - The liquor-soaked talk between Blitzø and Stolas was *_exactly_* the talk they _needed_ to have the other night, and while it _sucks_ that it's literally a day late and a dollar short, the fact that it was said is a *_major_* first step in both of their journeys to healing. And honestly, Blitzø made some _really good choices:_ he allowed Stolas space, let him take the high ground in the conversation, let him speak without interruption, recognized that Stolas was likely _not_ in the right space for physical contact when he was breaking down (which is *_HUGE,_* and something _so_ many people get wrong!), and when there wasn't anything left to say in the moment, _he let Stolas go._ He's _genuinely improved,_ even if he doesn't _realize_ it yet. - Blitzø's talk with Verosika was the best way to cap off this episode. The party being a form of group therapy, Blitzø's admission that he _realizes_ he's screwed up, is _genuinely_ sorry for it and _wants_ to be better, Verosika giving him unironically good relationship advice despite everything he's put her through before heading off to start a song about how, even if she's not over what happened between them, she's gotten over _him..._ as bittersweet as the ending was, it's a perfect denouement.

I think it is clear that Verosika doesn't hate Blitz, she still loves him. She just acts up in order to dull the pain

I completely forgot that Blitz never actually told Stolas about Striker the first time around...He really doesn't take things seriously...

Ok I did not notice that it was his plushie they burned. That was clever product placement XD

What Verosika said in ep 7 makes so such more sense now, it was a bedroom metaphor because they were at Ozzies but Blitzø really did no reciprocating for her feelings

I just realized Stolas didnt bleep his curses

That’s fucked up, the carnival guy near the end of the episode was selling T-shirts saying I hate Blitzo but spelling “I H8 Blitzo” H8 being the drug his sister took making her such an addict that she need to go to rehab for it.

28:53 I know, I should’ve hated this moment, but that incubus was a sweetheart and Stolas’ “Okay!” Was adorable.(Also I just realized the incubus was wearing a “Better than Blitzø” tshirt)

And here we thought that Dorks clip was going to be important except he did just reveal he can make portals.

8:53 Pretty sure Blitz0 is bisexual given his various relationships with both men and women.

Ha, hadn't caught that before but the jack-o-lantern Blitzø ran over was the lead character from Viv's short film "Holidaze".

This episode had so much to talk about, but I'm also just a sucker for demon behaviour and body language. Shows that have characters with animalistic traits so often don't actually _utilize_ these traits and helluva boss does and I'm so happy. What brough this on? Well, Blitzø's tail violently lashing behind him, a clear indication of his anger (7:48 shows it very prominently, but the entire interaction it barely stood still). That is one I almost never see, because tails often get treated as an accessory that sometimes moves, rather than another limb (which is how imps clearly use them. Grabbing stuff, showing emotion in various ways, holding onto things, fight with them, wind them around themselves for protection. And at this point it has become probably obvious i think way too much about this). Also Stolas' head turning a full 180° like an actual owl, like you mentioned (or things like his feathers fluffing at 2:24 . And of course the various bird noises). And it's built in so naturally! There isnt really any attention drawn to it as unusual, because it's normal for Stolas. (Also I'm pretty sure 5:46 was a small growl from Blitzø, which just quickly dies out the moment Stolas turns to him-) I don't think I'm making sense here. I'm still reeling from the episode. Sorry for screaming incoherently in the comments rn, I just have too many thoughts and not enough sleep. Edit: my timestamps all got massively messed up? By exactly 1min and 24sec. Idk what happened

And once again we have still not heard Blitz's "I DESTROY EVERYTHING I MAKE EVERYONE'S LIVES WORSE" or Octavia's "You never loved mother and you don't love me, you love him." from the S2 trailer. Blitz and Stolas may or may not have hit the rock bottom of their relationship, but they still haven't hit their own individual rock bottoms. We still have more heartbreaking shit to wade through.

i think something to notice is how verosika, to me, understood that blitz belonged to that party, as he's hating himself too, and that his apology was sincere

Honestly, the two of them are too damaged for each other as is. They need to be apart, work through their own traumas and demons. If stolitz is to ever work, they really need to both grow a bit before even attempting to reconvene, cause both were in the wrong with how they handled their whole interaction. But that's the thing, sometimes it just won't work, and you got to learn to wish the other the best, its all one can do.

I know emotions are high, but damn dude that is a very cool use of a wide aspect ratio you have there.

13:18 The pumpkin Blitzø ran over when he arrived in the human world looks like Jangle from Vivziepop’s ‘Holidaze’ short from 4 years ago (it’s still on KZfaq) - I’m pretty sure he just killed Jangle 😂😭

... you think you were the only one shouting at both Blitz and Stolas during the entire episode? :P

Funny thing is, while Blitz not telling Stolas about the first assassination attempt was f'd up, Stolas was literally sitting across from the person who ordered it, telling Striker to try again, and didn't notice.

"I guess she IS a hero" xD

One thing I noticed is that Stolas said he wants to know the feeling of not being alone, and to feel loved. But nothing about Blitzø, not his personality or any of his qualities, he doesn't state that he wants to be loved BY HIM, or to not be alone WITH HIM. In his statement, he doesn't want Blitzø, he wants a relationship. And if anyone person were to give that to him.. then he might just go for the first person who does.

Verosika giving him the cake was an actual metaphor of her giving him her bleeding heart and him leaving it.

It feels like Verosika saw something in that talk with blitz that she needed to see for a long damned time. She's still hurt. The bridge is still burnt, butmaybe.... they can reach an understanding where she can help him be a better person. Also Blitz and Stolas actually TALKING.... They're taking a break/broken up, but they're.... they put the cards on the table. Hopefully they can remain cordule while they figure themselves out.

Sometimes, there is no happy ending. All you can do is go on. Some people just don't get to be happy. I feel so much for what Blitz is going through.

Was waiting for this to pop up on my feed. Time to compile my notes for another too-long comment!

What's funny is that the gift baskets he gives to everyone is actually cheese and hot sauce (his favorite snack)

I was trying to stay strong but stoles crying broke me

Seems deep down Verosika still probably cares about Blitz

I just searched for reactions, I can't believe how you got this out just when I searched! I love your reactions!

I actually found this episode more painful than the last...I mean, the last one was expected, both Stolas and Blitzø acted as we knew/feared. This one had Blitzø actually trying heroically to fix things (in this totally inept and self-destructive way), only to have a drunk Stolas throw himself at the first guy that glanced his way. It was painfully realistic...and not the outcome I was rooting for. I'm hoping it's just setting up for future developments, rather than going the (again, realistic) route of "you fucked up, there is no second chances." Because we get enough of that shit from real life...

I almost chocked on my drink when you said “I guess she’s a hero” lol. Amazing!

Just because he can't accept that people could love him, doesn't mean that people didn't. He has an excuse, but it's no excuse to hurt others and he's going to have to do a lot more than just say I'm sorry...I mean it's a start....but it's only the first step.

After watching this episode I might actually change my opinion about Verosika, never thought I would....yet here we are

My prediction and fear is that the guy who dances with Stolas will try to kidnap him for some reason. and maybe Blitz, who is still sitting in the car after the party, will realize that the guy wasn't his ex and will try to save Stolas.

Sorry, but Blitz giving out his favorite snack as an “apology” was such a cool detail. Cheese and hot sauce.

Fizz's "Last I checked, your love life was a PILE OF SHIT" from Ozzie's makes a lot more sense now 😂😭

I thought Fizz accept his apology because they are brothers... but no, even Verosika shows the signs to forgive him. The antagonist was Blitz all the time. Damn...

Stolas COOKED in the studio

6:01 To be fair... Stolas must've gotten _very_ good at tuning out Stella to have missed her screaming at Striker through the phone while staring directly at him

… This new screen setup really makes it feel like we’re watchin’ this sappy show with our favorite geek boi cry laughing while shoving handfuls of dry breakfast cereal into mah gab like some kinda godless creature. >)X^D

2:27 Painful isn't it? Get used to that this episode. 4:16 Too many 5:00 Again, too many 8:52 No he's not. He dated Verosika remember? Bisexual, at the very least 9:36 Oh for Satan's sake Blitzo, shut up and listen for once! 9:46 Blitzo, I want you to think REALLY HARD on those words. You owe this bird EVERYTHING 11:10 MAMA MARTHA! 11:29 MARTHA X MAYBERRY CONFIRMED! 14:04 WAY too many. Though it's possible not everyone in the party is his ex and some are just guests 16:37 Poor Denis 16:56 Such shameless self promotion...I'l allow it!(Yes that's the real Blitzo plush) 18:02 Someone PLEASE give this bird an emmy for this performance! I don't know where Stoliz is going, especially now that Blitzo is feeling what it's like to be, well, everyone he fucked over, but I hope it goes to a good place in the end.

I like how around 10 seconds after him saying "I can almost hear Nirvana singing this" Verosika and Vortex go "at all, at all, at all" in a very similar way to the "hello hello hello" part of Smells Like Teen Spirit (18:54)

But if nirvana sang the break-up ballad, no one could hear the words.😋

The old guy in the human world is the Brandon Rogers' grandpa character. Had similar sounding voice

I don't think he backpetalled in the beginning when he actually finally said what is actually going on because he hates himself, I think he backpetalled to protect himself. Because I think every time he tries to be venerable, he gets hurt. You can sort of see it with his father and he probably grew up seeing it. His anger is his way of protecting himself even if it hurts everyone else around him. He does hate himself, but I also think he is scared to let anyone close to see his true self. Cause what we just saw at the end was that he opens himself up and gets hurt.

Well the last guy who he actually like ended up with a box of fireworks blowing up in his face becoming a quadriplegic was led to believe that he didn't want to see him again destroyed his family business and his mother died all because of him I can see why he thinks he's doing them a favor but what's the chance of that happening twice

Oh god why is it hurting at this point. Is the most accurate description of season 2 in helluva boss that I have heard in my life. This show breaks my heart, gives promises of fixing it and then smash me in the faces like a bastard saying “you actually believe that shit”. Also the fact that Stolas is drunk but can still explain his and blitz’s situation like a professional without causing a ruckus or a scene. Well that says some seriously deep shit

Not every love story has a happy ending. In fact, most relationships in real life DON'T have a happy ending either, and that's what shows get wrong. Romance in shows and movies are always so predictable because "love always wins." This is what Helluva Boss doesn't do, which is why you get so invested in the story. It's not so easily predictable

from a storytelling perspective, il love it if they don't get back together and they stay friends.

😂😭 arier getting ready for the episode like i did just not wanting to hit play cos this shits gonna hurt

The imagery with the cake was perfect. Verosika telling blitz in a subtle way to "Eat your heart out" I noticed that the first time seeing the episode.

There is a theory that Blitz's mother was a succubus or half succubus, which is why he is so attractive to many because he is a hybrid himself. it’s even kind of fleeting in the series with the striker. That’s why Verosika couldn’t resist him. but the only discrepancy is the stolas. Yes, he kissed the demon of lust at a party. but he was drunk. and I don't think the succubi's charm could work on the demon prince.

Healthiest bad ending ever. 😢 You hit that right on the nose

Honestly, I've thought since Ozzies, since S2 E1, that Stolitz might not be the endgame ship for the two of them. Blitz needs to work on himself, a lot. And Stolas needs someone who is a clean slate, so to speak. Between Stella and Blitz, every relationship he's had is transactional, the other person getting something from him, or needing something from him, or just straight up abusing him. Stolas needs someone who is, for lack of a better word, less serious, less emotions involved. But not necessarily opposed to the romance. Stolas needs a relationship that can teach him how to unwind his self-destructive tendencies, because the tendencies he have have nothing to do with Stolas personally (he's able to be honest with himself and his emotions, able to sit in them and think and explore and confront), but rather how he interacts with others. Knowing when is the right time to push and when is right to back off, when is right to give space and when is right to give comfort. He needs to improve in communicating with others, with letting others have the time they need to process and communicate in return, and that can only happen in interacting. But Stolas doesn't have friends, and he doesn't talk to family, and he is pretty much alone in his manor. Like, hell, even Blitz has more consistent and constant communication with people, and Blitz avoids the shit out of talking. The "Blitz Sucks" party might actually give Stolas friends and people who are like him, to consistently train up the ability to communicate with people. Especially because prior to this, any friends Stolas had were the Royals and the Elites. And High Society is all double-speak and hidden knives under sweet facades. Stolas needs to learn communication, healthy communication. And Blitz needs to get his head out of his head and learn to not doubt and catastrophize and run when the feelings get big.

Anyone else think the pumpkin was a nod to Viv's short Holidaze? The design kinda reminds me of it

This Pride Month just continues being a heart-wrencher, doesn't it? Also, that thing you said at the end, about how it's not "good or bad people, it's just broken people doing broken things because they can't understand not being broken": Verosika's annual "Blitzo's exes anonymous" parties is, in itself, a great example of this. She's trying to help broken people get over the hurt that another broken person subjected them all to but, as she is a broken person herself, the method she's going with also ends up being broken, feeding into the catharsis of anger and hatred, tearing up old wounds rather than letting them heal. So while Blitz walks around and constantly reminds himself (as in, _literally_ surrounds himself with physical reminders) that he's not worthy of being loved, Verosika walks around and constantly reminds herself (you noted the tattoo) how much he hurt her the moment she admitted to him that she actually considered him worth loving... I'm looking forward to seeing how their story arc will evolve...

Verosika approved blitz with a head nod after the cake heart

Blitz has a League of Evil Exes, but at the Infinity War level. Dennis is Matthew Patel, "that guy I made out with once."

If i sommuned Stolas i give him the Bigges Cake and the Bigges Hug 😅. Not an Sacrifice 😂

Yes I do think Stolas will freak out if anything does happen between him and the hunky imp. That face Blitz make when he sees Stolas smiling and happy and it wasn't because of him. I really hope Blitz doesn't give up. Because the conversation they had was cut short by hunky imp.

I wonder if we just witnessed the official death of the Stolitz relationship in the show I hope it’s not

I like KZfaqrs having aspect ratios besides just 16:9.

I hope that the guy who asked Stolace to dance is named Alejandro as we saw Dennis again. I’ll bet that Dennis was there cause of what happened at Queen B’s party.

Someone in the comments on the episode pointed out that in that moment when Blitz wanted to comfort Stolas the songs lyrics said "don't touch that pretty thing" 26:32 and that is just such a little but important touch i feel like x3

I think Blitz and Stolas will end up together, i think what the show is setting up is them both becoming good enough for each other by allowing Stolas to become a fully realized person since he's very much so like a kid in love, and it's making Blitzo realize that he does like Stolas and that if he wants to be with him, he needs to love himself so he doesn't lash out and hurt Stolas again.

Of all the ppl I follow and who will react to this, you were the first 🥳😂

Healthiest bad ending possible is the most accurate terms I have seen yet

14:36 thats why Osmodius is a prince. He at least says, "in a bad way" at the end of lines like this one 25:36 Viv's haters situation 28:31 probalby most of the angels they ever seen or heard about are extermination ones so... yea... good thing for halloween for sure.

I like how Verosika just said "Eat your heart out" To blitz. And Blitz decided not to and leave. Also, the only time she says Blitz and not Blitzo

I really like this episode. I just feel like it's going where I fear. I love stolas I do but they do not acknowledge his faults enough. He's just as much at fault for this relationship as Blitzo is

Was waiting for this reaction from you. Can't wait to see your thoughts on it

Er, no, hellborn bleed black blood, remember? So strawberries wouldn't actually work well for the cake x)

On his apology list where it said annoying kid is most likely the kid from the pilot episode

Good for Stolas honestly, I'm really glad he's finally able to let himself relax and have fun at a party. It's really cute that he got a dance with someone who showed him proper respect and helped him feel better 💙

While I will fully agree that Blitzø is in the wrong for a lot of the strain between him and Stolas... Stolas still needs to take a step back and recognize that even though he doesn't look down on Blitzø, a lot of his remarks in the past sure as hell make it _look_ like he does (his teasing and flirting in "LooLoo Land", calling him "my impish little plaything" in "Truth Seekers", most of his dialogue concerning Blitzø in "The Harvest Moon Festival", pretty much every discussion they had involving their deal back in Season 1...).

Definitely feel the trauma, also I think verosika giving blitz that piece of cake is basically her telling him to eat his own heart out

Things I read from other comments under other vids: 1. Verosika knowing Blitz ttly blongs to the "I Hate Blitzo" party and 2. when these two talk Blits is sitting behind bars while she kicks out a peg and sits in the window she made implying that she is free while he is in jail of his own making

First time striker was mentioned and that Cowboy snake demon is still on the loose somewhere in hell and Moxxie’s father Crimson as well he’s running loose too and I wonder if ever see Barbie wire again

Not gonna lie... I haven't realized the teacher and the woman they've killed in episode one are.... Together. I didn't even remember her name and the teacher is completely wet here lol

This episode was good, but I wish that they went into Stolas being hypocritical with his “little imp” talk. Even if unintentional, and he means well, its still confusing. I wonder what will happen next time.

@20:21 we have seen the scene when Striker first appeared (The Harvest Moon Festival). It was the first scene!

its not cheese and wine. its cheese and hot sauce. cause for some reason its Blitz favorit food (as can seen in several episodes in the past.) he even used "cheese and hot sauce" as a swear in an episode ones (cant remember which one it at the top of my head, but i know it exists.)

Is Vortex there as a bodyguard or did i miss something?

So we know from the trailer that stolas's moment is come, but it should be said that in every episode he's appeared in excluding maybe 3 (and the pilot) Solas's had at minimum 2 lines where he spoke in a diminishing manner toward blitz or imps in general 1 - 7, 2 - 2, and 2 - 4 are the eps i refered to

THe music in this one is on point. Not just the numbers we focus on, but the ones that play as they interact. It's great!

15:57 this moment is also a bit funny because while this was dropped on the 22nd the 23rd here is a day where people in my country burn a witch on a fire basically like this and it’s even funnier when you consider that we use dolls nowadays because the blitzo being burned is also a doll

13:28 - That was the pumpkin-headed guy from Holidaze 😢

Did anyone noticed that in the silhouette scene blitz's forehead mark was also glowing like how stolas's forehead eyes were glowing

30:05 i just noticed the "orchesta version Vacay to Bonetown"

I’m so glad I’m not the only one who got 90s vibes from that song. I keep seeing people compare it to todays music but this is a mid to late 90’a alt rock ballad