Lucy kind of intimated in this episode that Rufus and Wyatt are her family. How do you feel about the way Timeless manages to balance these 3 characters in a way that makes them all equal. Are they family in your eyes?
Lizzie: They absolutely are. This is what family is, people who care about you, people who are there for you, people who don’t necessarily have to agree with you all the time to have your back. So many people live their lives alone because they don’t understand that family is the people who care, not just the people who are related by blood, and the way Timeless portrays these three characters is so important toward affirming that sometimes – most times, even – family is a choice you make.
And also, I’ve said this before, and I’ll repeat it till I have no voice left, but wow, is it refreshing to see that Timeless, even while they’re moving full steam ahead with Wyatt, never forgets that Rufus is ALSO part of this family, and that the family is not complete without him. Romantic relationships are important, yes, but they’re not everything, and TV is often guilty of making it seem like they are. But Timeless is a better, smarter show than most of what’s on TV, so maybe I shouldn’t be surprised.
Alyssa: One of the absolute favorite things about Timeless is how these three strangers have grown as individuals, as a team, and now as a family. Family isn’t defined by blood. Family is defined by love, trust, and the experiences that define you. Lucy, Wyatt, and Rufus have experienced a lot together over the past season and this season 2 premiere. We’ve seen them through all of their highs and lows, mistrust and rebuilt trust, loss and reunion, and through it all they’ve become a stronger-knit unit; they’ve become a stronger-knit family. There’s nothing that Lucy, Wyatt, and Rufus wouldn’t do for each other. It’s funny because I believe that Rittenhouse has handpicked each of them for this mission — as they all have or nearly have — a connection to Rittenhouse. But what Rittenhouse didn’t count on was these three strangers become this close; growing to love each other the way they do; becoming a family that preaches hope and love. And if there’s anything stronger than hate and fear, it’s love and hope.
Erin: The thing about Timeless, is these characters feel like they fit together perfectly. These characters are so different and one in the same. They are like perfect pieces of the puzzle that create a beautiful photo.
I think one of my favorite things about the show is that they know that there has to be growth and that people need to have the ups and downs. We’ve seen Lucy, Wyatt, and Rufus be forced together, but through every twist and turn have a genuine love for each other. They are family. They are family that believe in unconditional love. They exhibit it. They are goals.
Lyra: Heck yeah, they’re a family. No ifs, ands, or buts about it. And the bond that Lucy/Wyatt/Rufus have is one of the main reasons why I watched Timeless during its first season. Their relationship went against the grain, the unexpected, and worked on developing a story of a team where two people just happen to fall in love but the other one isn’t forgotten or given less screen time because of it. They are all equally important and the kind of team I wish more shows would take the time to develop.
Sarah: To be honest, after watching this episode it’s hard to imagine a time where they weren’t family. Their bond is so natural, and I know it started in being thrown in dangerous, and crazy time traveling experiences, but now it’s become so much more than that. The connection they have is something you can’t conjure, and it shows in how they interact, putting others first, making fun and laughing at each other despite everything they’ve seen and dealt with. No matter what they have each other’s backs, and seeing them prove family is about more than blood. Whether they’re in the past, future or present they’ll always be family to me.
Lariel: I had that feeling from the first moment they dealt with time travel sickness. This bunch just clicked. Other team shows – take note! (Looking at you, Arrow!) They had their conflicts just as any family does. And some of them have seemed unforgivable. But like any family, they did overcome the hurts and secrets. And if I may – it goes beyond just these three. Jiya, Denise and even Connor are also part of the family – and Connor in particular needs this. He needs absolution.
Bex: They’re absolutely family, and watching them get to this point together has been one of my favorite things about Timeless. It didn’t happen instantly. They had to work through issues, learn to trust one another, but now the strength of this bond makes the Time Team relationship one of the best on TV right now. Even with Lyatt seemingly happening, the show doesn’t forget Rufus. It doesn’t push him to the side. I love Lyatt, but I love Rufus and Lucy’s friendship just as much. I love Rufus and Wyatt’s brotherly interactions. It’s why I need more than two seasons, more than 26 episodes. Because of this time travelling trio, this little family, who genuinely care for, trust, and love one another.
Kayla: Absolutely! They’ve been through so much together. Learning to trust each other in life threatening situations took time. They all balance each other out and not one of these three characters gets sidelined. Any other show – and Rufus would’ve sidelined for Lyatt build up. But not Timeless! This team has become friends to family. Bonds that are unbreakable now. The brother bond between Rufus and Wyatt – and the underlying friendship that will make Lyatt wonderful – and unbreakable – when it does happen. But all three together – they make this epic team – and I love it so much!
Shadia: Oh absolutely! All three characters have showed an immense amount of care and respect for each other. It’s so genuine! Family doesn’t always necessarily mean blood. As long someone is there for you, supports and has your back always, I see family written all over that. I won’t ever forget how when Rufus got shot towards the end of Season 1 Episode 15, Wyatt apologized out of the goodness of his heart on how he should have been faster to protect Rufus from getting shot. They are all one now, if one hurts, they all hurt. Plus, Lucy, Wyatt and Rufus have gone through so much together. So many different experiences they’ve shared and they mesh well so perfectly.
Marta: Absolutely! The dynamic between the Time Team is one of the things I admire –and enjoy– the most about the show. They’re three different characters, completely opposite in a lot of ways, but similar in what’s important. That’s kind of the magic formula for good trios: they compliment each other, they bring to each other different perspectives, different points of view, different ideas. But at the end of the day, they care about similar things, are motivated by the same forces, and trust each other blindly.
I’m terribly excited to see how that relationship evolves now that they basically only have each other to count on and rely on. I feel like their relationship might be strained throughout the season, but undoubtedly they will come out of it stronger and even more united.
Luci: Oh, God, yes. Absolutely. They may have started out as complete strangers, but it’s interesting how life and death situations can form really strong and intense bonds. And after everything they have been through together, it’s only normal that they have grown closer and become essentially family for one another. For Lucy and Wyatt, especially, who don’t really have anyone else anymore, the Time Team has become all they know and trust.
I particularly love how they are so incredibly supportive of each other, no matter what the situation is, even when one of them is making stupid decisions — Wyatt, I’m looking at you. But at the end of the day, they always have each other’s backs and that’s what is so beautiful about this show.
McKenzie: I don’t know how you could not’ see them as family. When you go through these kind of experiences, traumatic and life changing, you bond in a way that most people don’t. Their connection to each other is just so much deeper and most people don’t understand their shared experience. With their missions being top secret they only have a select few of people that they can talk to. They tease each other like only family can. They have such a unique relationship. I was squealing quietly and kicking my feet in excitement when I got to see scenes between the three of them and between Wyatt and Rufus. Agent Christopher seems like the exasperated mom, that doesn’t know what to do with all these people. She gets frustrated with them but you can see how much she cares. I feel like Jiya is going to take on this annoying little sister role for Wyatt, they just seem to be developing something on that front. This cast is just so special and talented. They have a unique chemistry that you don’t find on a lot of TV shows that really sells the characters.
Emily: As Shadia said, just because you have the same blood, that does not make you family. I believe that strongly. It’s been fun to watch these “unlikely” characters be forced to work together immediately as a team. They become that team, they build a trust and love for one another. They acknowledge what each one brings to the table and respects that, but they also endearingly help each other realize strengths they didn’t know they had. It deeply warms my heart to watch these three together. I couldn’t have it any other way.
Something’s going on with Jiya, and we have no idea what. Speculate about what’s going on with her and what’s coming for her this season.
Lizzie: I think we’re gonna find out that Jiya can, as a result of being on the Lifeboat when she shouldn’t have, maybe get glimpses of the future or the past? She’s clearly caught in between times – except she’s not actually traveling, but she can sort of see into what happened and maybe even into what will happen? This brings up interesting possibilities if and when Jiya learns to control what’s happening to her, and I’m really excited about that – I’ve been wanting her to have more screen time since the first episode (and especially since I had a chance to interview her!)
Alyssa: I thought that we’d get a little more clarity with Jiya’s situation in the premiere, but I’m kind of glad this is going to be something that we figure out over time. Clearly the source of Jiya’s condition is traveling back in time. Did it have to do with the supposed three-passenger limit? I’m not sure because Lucy, Wyatt, and Rufus seem unaffected. Knowing this show, what’s actually going on with Jiya is going to be mind-blowing. So I don’t even know how or what to speculate. But I guess the most obvious guess is that she has an ability to see different moments in time without physically traveling there. Something that seems to have been activated by actually traveling back in time. I feel like this season is going to be about Jiya searching within herself to figure out what’s happening with her, but she’ll also learn a lot about herself along the way.
Erin: I thought the premiere would give us more answers, but the truth is it leaves us with more questions. I love Jiya and I am a little concerned about what she is going through, but more than that I am concerned about how it doesn’t seem to phase everyone. Like when are we going to worry more about her. I am wondering though why it is that Jiya is sick – but I also think that it has something to do with time travel. But why is it showing in her and not everyone else? Are the rest immune? Is there something about Jiya that we don’t know?
Lyra: My girl Jiya is stuck between two worlds and I think it’s ripping her apart, literally. These headaches and fainting spells that she’s having is her mind and body trying to compensate for the fact that it’s part of two realities or times. She needs a reset, something to get her out of these two timelines and firmly into one. And this needs to happen soon. The side effects are getting worse by the day and I’m not sure how long she’ll survive.
Sarah: As much as it hurts to see Jiya suffering from these seizure headaches, I’m hoping her visions actually mean something and aren’t just a random side effect of being the fourth person in the Lifeboat last season. If it means she gets more screen time and a personal arc I’m all for it, but I get the feeling this will turn into another mystery that needs solving. If that’s the case I hope means bad things for Rittenhouse and not Jiya. In the immediate future though, I really want her to tell someone, anyone about these visions. At the end of the day though, she’s my girl, and I can’t wait to see what’s in store for her this season.
Lariel: I don’t think those are visions of the past. Nothing like Jiya’s vision of 1×16 has ever happened to the Golden Gate Bridge. I think she’s seeing a possible future – but is it a Rittenhouse future or one where Rittenhouse is defeated? I kind of think the former; San Francisco being the liberal hotbed it is, Rittenhouse can’t be too fond of it. But what if it’s the vision of what will happen if Rittenhouse is destroyed?
Bex: From what we saw in the S1 finale, it seems she’s getting visions of the past during these headaches. While physically she’s still in the present, does she also simultaneously exist in the past at the same time when these occur? Will they become longer, and not just the split second moment they currently seem to be? I wonder, during her 2×01 spells, did she see glimpses of 1918? Does where the lifeboat currently exists in time affect what she sees? And, if the headaches don’t stop, if they go on for longer, will she end up stuck in time somewhere? I have a lot of questions about Jiya, and I’m going to be anxious all season as we learn more. Mostly, right now, I’m anxious it seems she hasn’t admitted the visions to anyone – maybe not even to Rufus?
Kayla: I have many questions about Jiya. I love her so much and am glad she’s getting more screen time. I definitely think her being in the lifeboat in the final episode of Season 1 is what’s causing her so many problems. What is she seeing in these spells – and who will she tell the truth to about them? Will she tell Rufus? I do think that if she doesn’t tell someone the problem will only be made worse. It seems they happen when either the mother ship or lifeboat are used. How will they fix this without Jiya dying?
Shadia: I think this is going to be a huge arc for Jiya, because you know, it’s some serious stuff! All this fainting and headaches accounts for something. By best guess is a side effect to the time travel. I mean, even when you’re traveling for the first time, you get nauseous. Jiya is awesome, but I hope it’s something that can be cured. I don’t wanna see her suffering all throughout the season!
Marta: I like the idea that she may be seeing into the future as well, but seeing into alternate versions of the future/present/past seems like a much more juicy idea to me. If we’re going to be dealing with sleeper agents changing the past in ways that our Time Team might not be able to prevent, we’re also dealing with them not knowing what part of the past is true or which has been rewritten by Rittenhouse. That’s where Jiya could sort of come in, helping them establish either the events that Rittenhouse has changed, or the kind of alternate future they want to create.
Luci: I don’t know. I have a few theories, but my main one at the moment is that her mind sometimes loses itself in time, as a side effect of being in the Lifeboat. So she’s seeing things that might happen in the future, like her vision of a destroyed Golden Gate Bridge we saw in the finale. Maybe she’s seeing possible outcomes of whatever Time Team does on their trips? I don’t know.
McKenzie: I feel like these “headaches” and “seizures” are her body’s way of preparing her of what’s to come in her visions. I think that trip in the lifeboat has altered her chemistry in a way it’s going to be possible for her mind to be able to “travel” and “see” the past, present, and possibly future without the lifeboat. I have seen some cast interviews where they have hinted at this possibility so we will have to see.
Emily: I actually didn’t think about this until recently. But, only the audience knows that Jiya has visions attached to her seizures. At least that’s what we saw in the Season 1 finale. The rest of the team has no idea, I’m assuming. What exactly was the significance of her seeing the Golden Gate Bridge in the past? It will be interesting to see if her visions will be related to the missions. Will they be clues to help the time team find ways to stop Rittenhouse? And why didn’t we see her have a vision in the premiere? Does it happen all the time? I don’t really have many speculations, just wonderings. Once she is ready to talk to someone about what she’s experiencing, and how she can manage it, we will start to see how she will be helping out the time team even more. Like Malcolm shared last year, that could be like her superpower.
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