IMPORTANT EDIT: We love Deacon because he tried.
This edit is my baby please watch, even just the last 30 seconds.
Since this episode came out on FP, I’ve been wanting to make this edit. Every arc, from when Bronze had a one on one with Deacon, to being lectured by Buddy, I’ve said how I loved that Deacon’s struggles with the helper key wasn’t just a “one and done thing.” One heartfelt talk, and suddenly the problem is fixed was not the case here. Despite saying he appreciated the role after sick day, he still used the hero key in the Book of Deacon. Even though he understood the importance helper key, he couldn’t let being the hero go completely. Not when his desire to be a hero was rooted in wanting things to be different for himself. After all, we as humans don’t change our beliefs and desires as soon as we learn they might not be the best, we continue exploring, and it changes gradually.
Even after he got his Prince outfit, and was heroically riding a horse, Deacon says he is happy to help. The helper is a hero in their own wright. Thank you for showing this truly brilliant learning curve Punko.
I hope in season two he continues to be not just a helper to Chase, but a helper to himself by taking charge of his future. By doing so, he will become the hero he needs.
Behold, Deacon’s helper character arc edit.
I have been absent from Tumblr as of late to keep things spoiler free for y’all, had to post this though!