Voltron: Defender of the Universe Season 2 Episode 1 A Temporary Truce
- TV-NR
- December 14, 1984
- 23 min
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7.6 (15)
A Temporary Truce marks the beginning of the second season of the Voltron Defender of the Universe. The episode starts with a glimpse of the previous season before diving straight into the story. Paladins of Voltron successfully defeated Zarkon and put an end to his thirteen-thousand-year reign of terror in the previous season. But as the story unfolds, it becomes apparent that their mission is far from over.
The episode opens with the Paladins, who are currently on a mission to stop the Galra from using a particle matter that has an unstable energy source called the Quintessence. They are ambushed by the Galra, who are commanded by Prince Lotor, son of Emperor Zarkon. Lotor's plan was to use the Quintessence to create mass destruction and subsequently takeover the universe. However, Allura, the princess of the planet Arus, develops a temporary truce with the Galra to make sure they are all safe who is determined to do whatever it takes to defend the universe.
Allura communicates with Lotor to discuss the possibility of a temporary truce, believing that the situation can be de-escalated without use of violence. Lotor agrees, and for a brief period, a fragile truce is established. Until Allura is kidnapped by Lotor and plunged into a universe she has never seen before - filled with dark forces and uncertain outcomes.
The Paladins must team up with unlikely allies to rescue her while also working against time to stop Prince Lotor's dangerous plan. Meanwhile, Allura comes face to face with her Galra heritage and discovers surprising secrets. All of this culminates in an epic battle in space, where our heroes face some of their toughest challenges yet.
The episode carries on highlighting the evolving dynamic between the Paladins themselves. It delves a bit deeper into their individual personalities, fears, and motivations. They all have a common goal, which is to protect the universe. Still, their varied backgrounds and experiences shape how they perceive and approach problems, which often leads to conflicts and disagreements. The episode beautifully captures these dynamics and lays the foundation for an exciting series ahead.
A Temporary Truce is a captivating opening episode for the second season of Voltron Defender of the Universe. Action-packed, full of twists and turns, and with a finely crafted storyline, it doesn't disappoint. It keeps the viewer on the edge of their seat, anticipating what could happen next. The storyline of the temporary truce and subsequent kidnapping of Allura effectively introduces the viewer to new characters and themes that are sure to play a significant role in the upcoming episodes.