Supernatural - "When the Levee Breaks"

[kitsu84]

Heads up: This entry is going to remain public, but I'm not going to post any outside links to it for fear of wank from Sam!Girls. Yes, I am THAT pissed.

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Sam has gotten to the point with his addiction where he's no longer in control. So in an act of desperation, Dean and Bobby lock him up in the panic room.

While detoxing, Sam sees the darkest side of himself in the visages of people he has either killed, lost, or betrayed; these people include: Alastair, Mary, Dean, and even a young version of himself. All the while he is confused, scared, alone, and in a great amount of pain.

Now at this point in time, I really did feel sorry for him - but that didn't last very long. By the end of the episode, I felt like hitting the boy with a baseball bat in hopes of finally knocking some sense into him. And he wasn't the only one either...

♠ Dean

Confused, scared... and alone. Even with Bobby by his side the entire time, it was painfully clear to see the guilt of locking Sam away - even if it was for his own good - was slowly eating away at Dean. Still, he stood at the ready. He was even willing to sell himself over to the angels to protect Sam; to protect his precious little brother.

♠ Bobby

For the first time since he joined the series, I actually disagreed with Bobby. Even if Sam was capable of killing demons, the addiction was slowly but surely turning him into a "monster".

By the way, was I the only one who held their breath when he confronted Sam with the shotgun? I just KNEW something bad was going to happen. Thankfully, though, it didn't, and Bobby was allowed to live another day.

♠ Ruby

Girl needs to die. RIGHT NOW. Nothing against Genevieve, of course, I just think it's about time somebody killed her off.

♠ Sam

Sam, you insufferable BASTARD. After everything your brother has done for you out of fear for your own safety, you turn against him? YOU were the one who threw the first punch; YOU were the one who clearly demonstrated that you're capable of killing your own flesh and blood, and YOU were the one who walked out that door.

Now tell me: Are these the actions of someone who hopes to "fix" his relationship with his brother? Yeah, I don't think so either.

As of right now, Sam and I are done. Professionally.

♠ Castiel

The cold and emptiness, combined with eyes that seem to be pleading for... something. Clearly whatever happened in Heaven was indeed major because - not only is Castiel back to the way he was at the beginning of the season - he is actually WORSE. He even betrayed Anna. I confess, I actually teared up when they took her away. She has been trying with all her might to help him think for himself, and he turns her into the 'Angel Police'.

And don't even get me started on how he acted around Dean. That practically deflated my fangirl heart. I don't think I can take much more of that...

KITSU'S FINAL GRADE: B+

Comments

[http://users.livejournal.com/_whee_/]

I had that same feeling when Bobby confronted Sam. I thought that Sam was just gonna out right kill him. Thankfully he didn't, but I still kinda yelled "BASTARD NEEDS TO DIE NOW." My love for Bobby is crazy.

Castiel's breaking my heart. :(

[kitsu84.livejournal.com]

LOL. I did the same, exact thing. I just knew he was going to kill Bobby. And when it comes to Bobby, I can be rather... protective.

Mine too. ;__;

[aphoticdivinity.livejournal.com]

Aaaargh!! I totally know how you feel :( This episode was wonderfully writter, wonderfully acted, but just terrible on the heartbreak factor Dean: My heart just continues to break for him... even though he gave Sam that ultimatum part of me still thinks that he'd rather die than kill his own brother, even if he is turning into a monster. He's just coming to the point where he can't rely on anyone anymore... even Bobby wanted to make a crap decision which was the first time in his existence that I found him to be useless :/

Bobby: Nope, totally not the only one... my boyfriend and I were both holding our breath. I still have a bad feeling about poor Bobby :(

Ruby: Fuck her. I don't like Gen either to be honest... never have and it has nothing to do with her relationship/not relationship with Jared... I seriously just don't see the merit in her acting. But seriously? That devious bitch needs to go down and I seriously hope Dean is the one to do it. Am I the only one who can see disgusting Sam lapping her blood up off the floor? :/ *gags*

Sam: The epitome of an ungrateful bastard... I seriously wish Dean would have let him die. I'm sure Dean wishes that right about now too considering what his brother has turned into. The fact that Sam could actually sit there and nearly snuff his brother's life out with his bare hands? Cold. COLD. Sam, you disgust me.

Castiel: I'm really at odds with what to think with him... do I believe he's really trying to manipulate things for Dean while obeying orders, or do I believe that he's just being THAT MUCH of an ass? I really don't know. I see possible wiggle room there with what he made Dean promise, but honestly? Whatever happened to him up there must have been awful because he's God-fearing all over again :/

Speaking of "God"... where the hell is HE?? Lucifer is going to show up to the fight, why not the other big gun? Does he exist? Does he even care? Who knows :/ Ugh.

[kitsu84.livejournal.com]

My heart just continues to break for him... even though he gave Sam that ultimatum part of me still thinks that he'd rather die than kill his own brother, even if he is turning into a monster. He's just coming to the point where he can't rely on anyone anymore...
Precisely. Even his angel seems to have abandoned him.

I still have a bad feeling about poor Bobby
You and me both. I'm still holding out hope, though.

That devious bitch needs to go down and I seriously hope Dean is the one to do it.
Dean has GOT to be the one to do it. Either him or Castiel.

Am I the only one who can see disgusting Sam lapping her blood up off the floor?
Sadly, no. I can see him doing the same thing...

The fact that Sam could actually sit there and nearly snuff his brother's life out with his bare hands?
This was the straw that broke the camel's back for me and Sam. Now I know some people are going to say that he stopped, but that's not the point. The point is: Why did he do it in the first place? Dean was clearly already down for the count.

I'm really at odds with what to think with him... do I believe he's really trying to manipulate things for Dean while obeying orders, or do I believe that he's just being THAT MUCH of an ass?
When it comes to answering that question, I'm going to go with his eyes; he is clearly pleading to Dean with them.

[aphoticdivinity.livejournal.com]

This was the straw that broke the camel's back for me and Sam. Now I know some people are going to say that he stopped, but that's not the point. The point is: Why did he do it in the first place? Dean was clearly already down for the count.

Seriously, that's the same way I look at it... how much aggression do you actually have to have in you to even PRETEND to choke the life out of someone who's supposed to mean that much to you? I don't even care that he's not really Sammy anymore. I have no sympathy because he did this to himself and he's been given every chance in the world to redeem himself.

And honestly? When did Sam turn into such a selfish bastard? O_O The Sam I remember from the early seasons was selfless, always putting others first. This Sam? Well, he'll try and CONVINCE you that that's what he's doing... willingly sacrificing himself to go after Lilith... but that's not what it's all about and tonight proved it. Notice how he said, "It's always been your show, Dean... let me... let ME..." It's like a pathetic spoiled brat of a child trying to beg for attention. Honestly, I expected more out of Sam :/

I just... I really don't have anything left to say about Sam that's good anymore other than the fact that I happened to agree with little!Sammy. How COULD he do that to himself? To sink so low. It reminds me of what Dean said before... "If I didn't know you, I'D want to hunt you."

[brittwinchester.livejournal.com]

omg. im a mess. but god my dean. i hate this. i hate the boys like this. i can't deal with it.

I WANT TO FIX THEM BOTH *cries*

[kitsu84.livejournal.com]

This series is clearly past the point of no return, bb. I honestly don't think these boys will ever be the same. And that breaks my heart.

[brittwinchester.livejournal.com]

I know it hurts so much. I mean you think they'll get back together but just never be the same or you think the whole next season they'll be apart? Cause I do not want that...

[x5649.livejournal.com]

Agreed... on everything... gah I wanted to hit Sammy so hard at the end of the episode. I just... gah!!! Oh god and Ruby... I used to love Ruby... I mean really love Ruby last season (granted I totally shipped her with Dean but that's beside the point)... now I can't stand her... Oh she made me soooooo mad!!!! And Castiel... I didn't know whether to hit him or hug him... he's one seriously fucked up angel.

[kitsu84.livejournal.com]

I've got a small girl!crush on Katie, so yeah... I really liked her version of Ruby. She was a snarky bitch, and I liked it. This new Ruby - I've tried to like her all season. Really, I have. But after tonight? Yeah, I'm with Dean: She needs to die.

As for Castiel, he's breaking my heart. I just can't take it. Every single time I read fic with him and Dean now, I feel like crying my eyes out.

[x5649.livejournal.com]

I've got a small girl!crush on Katie, so yeah... I really liked her version of Ruby. She was a snarky bitch, and I liked it. This new Ruby - I've tried to like her all season. Really, I have. But after tonight? Yeah, I'm with Dean: She needs to die.

Omg! I loved Katie's Ruby... she was just perfect... but this new Ruby... I mean nothing against Gen... I just don't like her. I've tried too, but I just can't take anymore of her. Look what she's done to Sam and Dean. All these fangirls were worried that Castiel was coming between Sam and Dean, but it was Ruby.


As for Castiel, he's breaking my heart. I just can't take it. Every single time I read fic with him and Dean now, I feel like crying my eyes out.
I know what you mean, and part of me isn't mad at Cas... not really, beacuse he's like this cause of what happened when he got ripped out of his vessel and pulled back to heaven... It really makes me wonder what they did to him up there.


Oh and you totally weren't the only one who was holding their breath during the confrontation between Sam and Bobby... I was like... OMG! NO! even though I too was mad at Bobby in this episode, I don't want to see him go.

And about Sam strangling Dean... that really kinda reminded me of "Asylum" which was nice, cause of the throwback... but that is the second time (at least) in four years that we've seen how willing Sam is to kill his brother... and when push comes to shove... Dean is NEVER willing to kill Sam... "Born Under a Bad Sign".... not once did Dean even consider killing Sam. The closest Dean has come is in this episode saying that he would rather see Sam die than become a monster... and yet there's Sam, choking the life out of his brother... just like in the first season when he pulled the trigger in "Asylum".

and to make me happy -stares at icon- ahhh... and STAR TREK TOMORROW!

[tehuberfangirl.livejournal.com]

Man, what is Kripke doing with out OTP hun :( srsly ;-;.

[kitsu84.livejournal.com]

I KNOW. He's killing us. ;_____;

[bellajayd.livejournal.com]

I love what you say here. The only point I disagree on is Cas. I think that he's being played majorly by the evil angels in Heaven and my reasons for thinking that have to do with what I believe the final seal is - and how they need Sam free in order to "open" the seal. Once Cas figures out that he's being led astray I think he'll go back to "himself."

[kitsu84.livejournal.com]

That's the reason why I made sure to point out that there seems to be something in his eyes. Something horrific happened to Castiel while he was in Heaven. That much we can be sure of because it was in the... I think it was the original sides? Can't remember.

Anyway, back on topic.

If you pay attention to his body language, facial expressions, and his eyes - something is clearly off where Castiel is concerned. That's the reason why I said that it appears as if he's silently pleading to Dean for something.

[jsluv.livejournal.com]

As of Right now I agree with everything you said How Dare SAM say and do the things he has done to Sam. Even at the end before Dean called him a monster and Sam threw the first punch....Dean still was willing to go with Sam to stop Lilith if Ruby didn't...I'm sorry I am done with Sam as of right now I just can't take anymore......Oh and Ruby must must die.
Heartbreaking Episode to say the least.

[kitsu84.livejournal.com]

Exactly. Even with how far gone Sam is, Dean was still willing to stand by his brother's side til the very end. That type of loyalty is damn near impossible to come by, and what does Sam do? He punches him in the face. That- Oh god, that pissed me off something terrible...

[auroradream.livejournal.com]

On Dean: Yes yes yes. Friend speaks my mind. He is in need of hugs in a huge way.

On Bobby: Yeah, I didn't really agree with him, but I saw his point. He was really being the adult of the group. Loves him... Was also uber worried about him and Sam's confrontation.

On Ruby: FRIEND SPEAKS MY MIND LIKE WOAH! Yes, death to the demon whore please!

On Sam: You bring the baseball bat and I'll bring the shovel.

On Castiel: He so is trying to make it seem like he has totally been re indoctrinated and it is so eating him up inside.

ps. I love your new layout!

[kitsu84.livejournal.com]

He is in need of hugs in a huge way.
THIS. Seriously, I wish Castiel would just hug him already...

Yeah, I didn't really agree with him, but I saw his point. He was really being the adult of the group. Loves him...
Exactly. I didn't agree with him, but I understood where he was coming from. The sacrifice of billions far, FAR outweighs the sacrifice of one.

Yes, death to the demon whore please!
Once again, THIS.

You bring the baseball bat and I'll bring the shovel.
I'll also be sure to bring a bodybag...

He so is trying to make it seem like he has totally been re indoctrinated and it is so eating him up inside.
Bingo!

I love your new layout!
Thank you. I'm rather fond of it, myself. ♥

[dangerous-47.livejournal.com]

I think I need to re-watch the ep again later because I'm kinda just all kinda frozen in the head and all not so articulate and just gah. Ya know?

But yes, the choking!! I was seriously afraid for a moment there that Sam would really fucking kill Dean. And just seriously. How can one even describe that?

It's like yeah, you think your big brother who has always been there for you, sold his fucking soul to hell for you and everything is weak. Yeah, he calls you a monster.

But dude, you're drinking fucking demon blood of a manipulative demonic bitch! And just seriously. I have no words. IN TWO LANGUAGES!!

Sorry if that didn't make much sense, just when I'm really shocked I'm not articulate and I'd just be waving my hands at shit and my mouth opening and closing and shit. Bleurgh.

[kitsu84.livejournal.com]

I'm not going to re-watch this episode for a while. I had a squeeful attitude going thanks to Star Trek, and this episode ruined it last night. I was THAT angry when it went off.

Everything's better now though, so yeah...

[phoenix-bellamy.livejournal.com]

Dammit, Sam! I was seeing where both of you were coming from, until you went and tried to choke your brother. He shouldn't have told you were monster - I was kind of surprised too - but it's hard to see that someone you love has become someone else and can find any sort of excuse for the change. You really shouldn't have tried to kill him.

Besides, I think that Sam is still unable to admit that he's chasing down Lilith because she's his obsession much like YED was John's. Though John cared about his children so much that he willingly offered himself to Azazel, to save his older son. Instead, Sam is still trying to hide it behind the pretence that he really cares about the Apocalypse.
Otherwise he would have considered to kill Ruby - she's the only one he can suck blood from - and going to kill Lilith with his brother.

[kitsu84.livejournal.com]

Otherwise he would have considered to kill Ruby - she's the only one he can suck blood from - and going to kill Lilith with his brother.
Exactly. This is another one of the main things that really pissed me off. If he cared so damn much about his brother and the apocalypse, he would've killed Ruby and fought his addiction. Instead, he just completely gave-in to it...

[artinrevolution.livejournal.com]

I think I agree with everything you said.
And... OMG! Did you see when Castiel avoided Dean's eyes when Dean asked him about what he wanted to tell him last time? That totally broke my heart into pieces.
Damn it. Why the writers did this to us? D:

[kitsu84.livejournal.com]

Did you see when Castiel avoided Dean's eyes when Dean asked him about what he wanted to tell him last time?
I did indeed notice that, bb. That's the reason why I said that Cas seems to be pleading to Dean with his eyes. There is genuine hurt there, and yet it seems that Castiel is unable to do anything about it out of fear of the consequences.