Let the Rumors Fly

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With the impending finale of season 12 of the ever popular CW show Supernatural, producers teased earlier this week that in typical ‘no one is safe’ fashion a character may die. This is a compelling formula to create high stakes drama which is often an emotional roller coaster for devoted fans and casual consumers of the show.

Some shows often create a cliff hanger ending in their season final to increase their chances of returning in the fall and avoiding the chopping block by TV executives who make the budgeting decisions for their networks. This has worked out well for Eric Kripke's Supernatural (SPN), in the past and we expect something similar in the works for the final of the current season. As always with a large fan base, which SPN is famous for rumors are easily started and can come from nothing.

The producers teased earlier this week that there may be a character death and that coupled with what a fan heard from Mark Sheppard -who plays the villainous but loved King of Hell, the demon Crowley- at a recent Supernatural fan convention that he had very much enjoyed his time on Supernatural. Some are convinced Crowley, may be exiting the show this season. 

Let’s take a look; Cas was suppose to be a short feature but fans loved both the character Cas, and the actor who portrayed him, Misha Collins so much that he become a series regular and since season 4 has found his way into the collective fandom heart as the third Winchester brother. (Sorry Adam!). Crowley has had an interesting story line as the writers have brought in both his son and mother-the witch Rowena, played by the vibrant Ruth Connell. This has added some depth  to some secondary characters and allowed the writers to explore additional story lines without focusing on Sam and Dean. We are all for this as it has been interesting to learn about Crowley more this season. But my question is do we know all there is to know about the liked 'King of Hell'. This attention away from the bread winners of the show makes me hopeful that a spin off can be worked for the beloved Wayward Daughters, Claire and Alex lead by cop/hunter Jodi Mills!

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This season of Supernatural has seen some interesting plot points, but a prophetic one was when Cas killed the reaper Billie when Sam and Dean made a deal with her to get out of a tight spot. Before her untimely end Billie stated that going back on this deal would have cosmic consequences. We are still unclear about what that could mean. (Officially we are behind in viewing the latest episodes), Could it mean that going back on the deal with a reaper lead the way for Lucifer's kid to exist? (There are a boat load of questions with the introduction of that story line)! Also will the cosmic turbulence catch the attention of God? Will he weigh in? There is also the British Men of Letters. This story line is not loved by most fans, personally I think it fell flat, but I understand -from their point of view- how their methods and codes could "help", and why Mary could see the benefits of working with them. This apparently may prove costly!

What of Mary Winchester? Is she safe from what producers are teasing as a character death? Yes it’s great that Sam and Dean have their mother back, but it’s interesting dynamics. She's not playing a traditional mother role, the Mary that comes back settles into Hunter mode quite quickly and she seems to be more ruthless & dangerous then her sons’.  They all are adjusting to figuring out how to deal with her being back in the equation of things. Plus her dealings with the British Men of Letters, how quickly she was to join forces with them. I don't know how much I believe that she could stop hunting. Deep down she knew then and even more so now feels like there is no way out. This doesn't change the fact that she will fight for the protection of her family-her boys- till the end. 

That’s my vote, is something will happen at the end of the season that will threaten not only the lives of Sam and Dean but all American hunters, Mary will make the deal/ sacrifice to keep the boys from Heaven and Hell. So they can keep fighting the good fight. All along SPN has shown the essential need for Sam & Dean, I don't expect season 12 final to be any different, I am excited to see what comes next though. To the departed character that may be leaving us, fare thee well.

Do you have an idea of which character could be leaving Supernatural? Tune into the CW on May 18^th, 2017 to find out!

Better the devil you know then the one you don’t!

Happy Hunting,

WC Alex Lightwood

A Quest for Fandom Food

Being a part of a fandom is a entertaining and often unique experience. From Cosplay's to keeping up with your favorite characters there is often much to discuss. One trend we have noticed over the last year is fandom related foods. Fans have seen, read or heard the characters talk about delicious dishes and have decided to recreate some signature dishes. This week's episode of Geek Positive on CJAI 92.1 FM will feature some of the following recipes we have found along the way!

Whether its ElvenLembas Bread from Lord of the Rings or an exotic dish from A Game of Thrones there is no shortage of creativity in the Kitchen! We found the official Game of Thrones cook book released in 2012 with a forward written by George R.R. Martian himself! It can be found here.Or has anyone else wanted to know the recipe for Dean Winchester's burger? (That one we are still trying to track down).

Elven Lembas Bread Recipe

6 TBSP butter or margarine, slightly softened

2 cups self-rising flour

1 TBSP granulated sugar

½ cup raisins (optional)

1 egg, well beaten

½ cup milk

4 TBSP heavy cream

Mallorn leaves

With a pastry blender of fork, cut margarine into the flour in a mixing bowl until the mixture resembles cornmeal. Do this rapidly so the butter does not melt. Add the sugar and if desired, ½ cup of raisins. In a small bowl, beat the egg and milk together until mixed. Reserve 1 TBSP of this mixture to brush the tops of the Lembas. Add the cream and egg mixture to the flour and mix just until combined into a stiff, soft dough. Knead three or four times on a lightly floured surface. Roll dough to a ¾" thickness and cut with an oval or leaf shaped cookie cutter. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet, leaving 1" of space between Lembas. Brush the tops of the Lembas with the reserved egg-milk mixture. Bake for 12 -13 minutes in a preheated 400 degree oven.

For safe keeping, wrap each Lembas individually in a fresh, clean Mallorn leaf. If these leaves are unavailable in your area, store the Lembas in a tightly closed container. Makes about 1 ½ dozen Lembas.

- Elven Maiden

Pasted from <http://lotrscrapbook.bookloaf.net/other/recipes.html#lembas>

There was also a site that categorized food and drink from Lord of The Rings! From Aragon's Tea to Bilbo's coffee cake. (is that your stomach I hear growling?) and more! Find it here.

There are also many fandom themed restaurants that now live in the real world to give us a taste of the fantasy/ fandom treats in real life! Thanks to Geek and Sundry for the list! We have also added some more local haunts you should check out!

The Pandorica (Beacon, NY)   

The Pandorica is all Doctor Who, all the time. Every inch of the restaurant is decorated to celebrate the sci-fi series, complete with a giant replica of Van Gogh’s exploding TARDIS painting, creepy snowmen, photos from the series, and a TARDIS bathroom that is actually bigger on the inside. If you are a Whovian, you’ll definitely get a kick out of creative menus items like the “fish fingers and custard,” “WHOmmus,” and “Sally Sparrow Duck Salad.” The Pandorica also has “Sip and Paint” nights to help you hone your artsy skills and a Thursday trivia night to test your Who knowledge. Allons-y!

Geeksboro Cinema Café (Greensboro, NC)

It’s a cinema! It’s a café! It’s geeky! Geeksboro Cinema Café is the place to go to indulge in at least one of your interests. You can check out a cinema that shows everything from independent films and documentaries to popular TV series. Or, kick back with your friends and grab some coffee (or beer) while you enjoy the latest episode of your favorite show. You can even pop in on a Saturday morning to check out your favorite classic cartoons! Geeksboro goes beyond TV/film and also hosts video game tournaments every Saturday, board game nights on Fridays, trivia nights, knitting, drink & draw sessions, and more. You can show up in your cosplay, talk nerdy with your friends, and enjoy a place that was designed with you in mind.

Safe House (Milwaukee, WI)

Are you a spy in your own mind? Have you been looking for an unassuming spot to grab a bite to eat while you browse through top-secret files and prep for your next mission? If so, Safe House is the place to check out some memorabilia of your fellow secret agents, munch on delicious food, and experience one of the oldest and most famous “secret spots” in America. Not so fast though–you have to have a password or pass a little test to get in the door! Once you gain access, you’ll enjoy navigating crazy passageways and revolving booths while the staff treats you like a Bond-level boss. Safe House has been the location of movies like Major League and featured in Time and People Magazine, so it is definitely worth a spot on your geeky bucket list.

The Croft Institute. (Melbourne, Australia)

Hidden down an alley in Melbourne’s Chinatown district, this bar claims to be themed after a science lab. It isn’t. That’s a lie. This place is an insane asylum where drinks are served in syringes and (reportedly) sponges.

Tavern Brabant (Prague, Czech Republic)

Nestled in the heart of Prague, this medieval tavern includes its own catacomb and comes complete with a medieval entertainment. If you’re into medieval fantasy, it doesn’t get a lot better than this.

The Sherlock Holmes (London, England)

Many a pub around the world draws connection with Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous sleuth, but the one located at 10 Northumberland St in London takes the cake. Not only is this the oldest Holmes-themed bar out there, it also houses a massive collection of Sherlockian memorabilia.

AFK Tavern (Everett, WA)

Located in Everett, WA, this one-of-a-kind geek mecca just might be the most inviting entry on the entire list. Describing itself as “first and foremost a community center for nerds, gamers, geeks, and internet socialites,” the AFK Tavern goes above and beyond to make everybody feel welcome.

The Green Dragon Inn (New Zealand)

It’s almost a cheat that Hobbiton’s own bar gets pride of place here, but since New Zealand went ahead and started converting itself part-and-parcel into Middle-Earth, it’s hard to trump their resolve. Grab a pint in Frodo’s own local and rest your ridiculously hairy feet by the fire. You’ve made it to the geekiest bar on the planet.

The Lockhart (Toronto, Ontario)

The Lockhart is a tapas and cocktails bar at Dundas St. W. and Dufferin St. that gives a strong yet subtle nod to the famous Harry Potter books by author J.K. Rowling, evident in the bar’s name The Lockhart — a name ambiguous to any non-fan but which also refers to a shoddy professor in the series — cocktails and decor, that have caught the attention of Potter fanatics everywhere.

Happy Hunting for your next fandom inspired meal, 

W.C. Alice Lightwood