I've been waiting for season 2 of this, but as it turns out it's already started airing in the UK. So now I've been catching up on all the new episodes.
This has got to be one of the best incarnations of Scooby-Doo. While the monster mysteries are still a key part of the show, there's also the arc mystery of the old Mystery Incorporated and a cursed treasure. Then there's also the characters have their own personal stories of relationships.
It's got quite a few funny lines, and just plain amusing moments. For a Scooby-Doo TV show it's surprisingly dark, though. The big bads who manipulate the gang throughout the show usually make things dangerously serious.
As for the mysteries, I wouldn't bother trying to solve them. They're either obviously straight-forward, which is to be expected from a kids' show, or impossible to predict from what they've given you. I just find it's more enjoyable to watch the gang work and see who the culprit is by the end.
Season 2 continues to expand the mysterious plot. While Mr. E played the role as mysterious helper to the gang, he clearly shows a more villainous side in this season. Helping him now is former 'Manticore,' Hot Dog Water. I think she has potential to be a very interesting character. She's already proved that she's more than another crook in a mask, with her desire to have friends. And yet she also seems loyal to Mr. E. Whatever happens, I think she'll make things interesting.
The gang continues to develop as well. All the romantic relationships have fallen apart, but Daphne and Fred seem to be starting to repair things. Velma meanwhile is trying to maintain a friendship with HDW, yet the gang feels there's no place for her with them. And Scooby has a new crush on cute female dog, Nova. Now it's Shaggy's turn to start feeling jealous.
I'm adding the show to my list, so I'll try to do the most recent episode soon and then continue from their once the next one airs.
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