Are the scab written episodes finally airing?

I ask because I decided to randomly watch today's episode and I was surprised at how decent it was.

We had a bit of camp with Leo, a bit of an 80s Days soap story with Patch/John/Constatine, and we had a psychological look into Nicole's psych with Marlena as therapist.

It was a balanced episode

12 hours ago, AbcNbc247 said:

Wouldn’t it be so nice if Leo was killed off while Ron was on strike? I know it’s not happening, but it’s nice to dream about. Hopefully, they’ll be a lot less prop writing at least.  

I enjoyed Nicole’s therapy session with Marlena. Ari is still killing it. And I’m glad that Nicole confessed that, for a time, she did wish that the baby was Eric’s. With the way that Ari’s always played it, you could always tell that, deep down, Nicole wanted that. And I like that Nicole is now determined to be a good mother to Holly. Once Eric and Nicole reunite, Holly finding out the truth about her father’s death could be a really good storyline. 

Btw, Eric has a job? 😂😂

As for Konstantin, I still can’t stand him but I am a little interested in him knowing John from the past or wherever. I wonder if this was in Ron’s plan or if this is a strike story. It could be good. I just hope that it doesn’t contradict John’s already convoluted backstory. 

That’s for sure lol 

And besides, it’s been SIX AND A HALF YEARS!!! 😂😂

Even if things were going good, it would still be time for a change 

I like Harris as well. And its always good to see SB play someone that’s not a Jason clone, or Jason like at all. 

Was it Mia?

Well, if General Hospital can kill off Austin during their writer's strike period, then I don't see why they can't do the same to Leo. 

1 minute ago, MissPhoenixGirl92 said:

Well, if General Hospital can kill off Austin during their writer's strike period, then I don't see why they can't do the same to Leo. 

True lol but I haven’t heard any rumors or spoilers.

Besides, Ron would be out for blood if that happened while he was on strike 😂😂

4 minutes ago, Soaplovers said:

Are the scab written episodes finally airing?

Yeah, for a couple of weeks now.

I feel like there’s been some improvements in the writing from day to day

15 minutes ago, carolineg said:

I'll be honest, the Paris webisodes were pretty boring IMO.  Austin being in them was weird, but I do think it's one of the first Li Shin appearances!  Unless you're a Chad/Abby completionist (which I am certainly not) I can't really recall anything too exciting happening.   The Last Blast webisodes were much better.

Good, thnx. I'm behind enough already!!! 😜🤥😉🤩

Ok, what the f*ck was Theresa wearing? And that jacket made her look like a muppet.

Nicole looked good though. And so did Johnny, Tate and Holly. 

I liked the party scenes and how different storylines played out around it. And the guy with the awful wig was back 😂 But once again, Leo was unnecessary. And it really sucks that he’s going back to the Spectator. That would never happen in real life lol 

I’m glad that Tate and Holly had their first kiss but the drug thing really seemed to come out of nowhere. We should have seen her get to this point or at least gotten an explanation as to why she suddenly made the jump from weed to alcohol to hard drugs. I was a little surprised at how Holly looked at the end of the episode though. I expected her just to be passed out, not seizing and foaming at the mouth. The show went further than it usually does and I’m impressed by that. 

But, awwww Chad. I felt really bad for him at the end. But I still like how conflicted he is as a character. His storyline can go in so many different directions. Too bad Stephanie’s been dumbed down though. 

Yikes you weren't lying about Theresa's outfit @AbcNbc247.  So ugly!

Holly's descent into hardcore drugs was quick.  A lot of teenagers get drunk and smoke pot lol, but most don't hit the hard drugs after getting drunk once.  Although I know a lot of teens do take Adderall.  That OD was pretty graphic too.  

Nicole was very dressed up to go nowhere.

The Xander/Sarah stuff was a little out of place, but Sarah didn't annoy me like she usually does so that's a win.  

I think I actually wouldn't have minded seeing Paulina/Abe.

I think Stephanie had the best dress today.  She looked really nice.

3 minutes ago, carolineg said:

Yikes you weren't lying about Theresa's outfit @AbcNbc247.  So ugly!

Holly's descent into hardcore drugs was quick.  A lot of teenagers get drunk and smoke pot lol, but most don't hit the hard drugs after getting drunk once.  Although I know a lot of teens do take Adderall.  That OD was pretty graphic too.  

Nicole was very dressed up to go nowhere.

The Xander/Sarah stuff was a little out of place, but Sarah didn't annoy me like she usually does so that's a win.  

I think I actually wouldn't have minded seeing Paulina/Abe.

I think Stephanie had the best dress today.  She looked really nice.

I thought most people looked good. 

Theresa, good grief, what a bitch! I couldn't believe the way she went off on Brady. And, otherwise she is so loud, so big, so all over the place!! And, she & Alex might just go overboard with Public Displays of Affection! They are such a pair. What did Alex want to talk to Brady about? 

Leo with the cape was as is his tendency, too much! Especially the twirling dervish look as he arrived. 

So, earlier Ava had said, "Laced cocaine?" So that was the 2 kids who had OD'd that she was referring to?  Why would Clyde want to kill off his customer base? 

Everett is such a dweeb. Re-hiring Leo but telling him to have impeccable sources?!! Has he read any of Leo's columns?! 

 

The ending with Holly and Tate was nicely done. I'm not sure we would've gotten that from carlivati.

2 minutes ago, Soapsuds said:

The ending with Holly and Tate was nicely done. I'm not sure we would've gotten that from carlivati.

I just can't get use to you watching the show! Fun with scabs, huh? There is something nice about the narrative. 

@carolineg & @janea4old you've convinced the town square is under a dome, but then, how did they set off fireworks?  Maybe the scabs don't know that fact?

Edited December 29, 20231 yr by j swift

5 minutes ago, Donna L. Bridges said:

I just can't get use to you watching the show! Fun with scabs, huh? There is something nice about the narrative. 

I FF through most. I really just wanted to see the ending. 

Edited December 29, 20231 yr by Soapsuds

5 minutes ago, j swift said:

town square is under a dome, but then, how did they set off fireworks?  Maybe the scabs don't know that fact?

Well I thought the square was under a dome, but I could be wrong.  I think it was stated many years ago, but, even if true, I don't know if the show has been consistent with this.

Edited December 29, 20231 yr by janea4old

5 minutes ago, j swift said:

@carolineg & @janea4old you've convinced the town square is under a dome, but then, how did they set off fireworks?  Maybe the scabs don't know that fact?

The show (John) made a joke about the square being indoor when it started snowing in The Beyond Salem Christmas movie.  Whether it's a true fact still I don't know.  Looking on the internet some people say the roof can open up?  It seems to be a source of confusion in general.  

5 minutes ago, carolineg said:

The show (John) made a joke about the square being indoor when it started snowing in The Beyond Salem Christmas movie.  Whether it's a true fact still I don't know.  Looking on the internet some people say the roof can open up?  It seems to be a source of confusion in general.  

When the Square was introduced back in September 2011, it was mentioned as being under a dome (I think Freddie Smith's Sonny had the throwaway line), which would explain why no one is bundled up in the dead of winter.  No explanation as to how the brick staircase on the righthand side mysteriously disappeared a couple years afterwards. Maybe it's hiding under that one extra's wig.