I liked this episode better than the first, but it's still all over the place. A bunch of stuff happens but none of it's really gripping... it feels like they're just barraging us with scenes instead of a coherent flow.
: Geralt meets the bard Jaskier in a tavern. They hunt a grain-stealing "devil" (a Sylvan named Torque), which leads to a confrontation with Filavandrel , the King of the Elves. I liked this episode better than the first,
: Anya Chalotra's portrayal of Yennefer is praised for bringing depth to a character facing extreme cruelty. I liked this episode better than the first,
Critics and fans viewed the episode as different from the pilot, focusing more on the details of mythology than action. I liked this episode better than the first,