358 13 4. He's fine writing them for someone else to direct, not so much him, I think. When Buffy's parents, who have always been her model couple, tell her they're getting a divorce, she runs to the one source of comfort she's got left. They had already done the holding each other emotional support in Touched. But the commentary said that it's up to the viewer to decide what happened. She decided, however, that she couldn't be a faithful mother to a child at that time, and instead asked Spike to accompany her to the abortion clinic. As Buffy regained her powers, she voiced her concern over not feeling normal while being powerless, yet feeling whole as the Slayer. Given his tense relationship with Riley, Buffy declined his offer to help her against Adam and asked him to leave Sunnydale, but was nonetheless grateful and amused by Angel's jealousy of Riley. i do love how they shot that little moment though. The two were finally reunited after Buffy had Twilight-induced sex with Angel and endangered the entire world. Buffy insisted that he didn't want to know anyway and that it was none of his business. Do you think this is a subtle hint that maybe they slept together one last time before the battle?! Buffy was annoyed and angry over this when told of his fight with him, believing that Angel's intent had been to harm her boyfriend out of jealousy. "[95], However, Buffy and Willow grew distant from each other, as Buffy was so focused on her new relationship with Riley that she grew apart from her friends. Unexpectedly, Spike pulled Buffy into a passionate kiss and told her he loved her. She told him that it was only meant to be worn by a Champion of the people before giving it to him. Buffy argued fiercely with him, refusing to believe that Faith could be trusted or changed. Buffy's main romantic relationships were with Angel and Spike. RELATED:Buffy the Vampire Slayer: 10 People Buffy Should Have Been With (Other Than Angel or Spike). She knew she shouldn't, but couldn't help herself. From there, Buffy conducted her relationship with Spikewhich was mostly sexual, at firstin secret. The Cultural Impact of Buffy's Wild Sex Scene, Riley Keough Explains Sex Scene With Her Husband, Your Privacy Choices: Opt Out of Sale/Targeted Ads. [80] While aboard his ship, Buffydiscussedthis withhim andpointed out toSpike that she believed they didn't have a future together. [26], After the end of the relationship, Buffy half-heartedly considered being a nun. Buffy's sexuality is prominently brought into question when she sleeps with fellow Slayer Satsu. "[5], There's also something to be said in regards to Buffy and Faith, as the two would often make reference to a relationship between them. During the show's seven-season run, fans hoped for Buffy and Angel (David Boreanaz) to finally get together. Buffy and Angel enter another painful discussion about their relationship, struggling to cope with their hopeless feelings for each other and how being around them only made it worse. # 1. She enforced her point by sayingshe couldnever trust him enough to feel that way. At the end of both the comics and the TV series, Buffy ended up with friends with her two romantic interests, vampires Angel and Spike. Buffy made her. After These Messages We'll Be Right Back! [148] After struggling to find others who would help them with Dawn, Buffy tried to persuade a fuming Xander that they had to work together on this. But since Joss himself left it up to me to decide, I say yes! In one of the earliest episodes of Season 5, Spike has a shocking revelation in a passion-fueled dreamhe's in love with his sworn enemy. As Buffy and Willow planned to return, due to fear of ulterior motives for draining the magic of others, Faith appeared, ready and willing to help Buffy. 10 1 27 comments Add a Comment I always liked to think of it as being up to them-Buffy and Spike. For as long as there have been vampires, there has been the Slayer. Spike's most ardent supporters are often at pains to point out that Buffy's former boyfriend Angel, also a vampire, experienced similar soul-related trouble, and was forgiven for multiple . Upon the disastrous affair with Parker, Xander had tried his utmost to comfort her with little success. She sought to destroy him, but she discovered that he was unique among his kind for possessing a soul. In it, we got to see what sex with the bad boy actually looked like after being merely titillated with the archetype by our favorite teen dramas for so long. Marti Noxon, who took over as Buffy's showrunner in season 6 from he who shall not be named, told Vulture: When we become young women, especially if were troubled or haunted by something, that can lead us to make some bad choices, especially in the area of romance. Buffys desire for Spike was always presented as fundamentally wrong and the show never allowed her to feel good about their casual sex. She kissed Angel andreiterated she would never forget. Buffy and Angel took to Angel's apartment, where he admitted that he loved her and could not pull himself away despite believing he should. Where Did the 'Perfect Match' Couples End Up? Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Buffy did not know of this until after he had left and had immediately followedAngel back to Los Angeles, upset that he had stalked her and left without talking to her. [146] Buffy herself has stated the Xander was someone she trusted completely and with her life. Ultimately, Riley had alreadydeparted onthe helicopter, leaving Buffy behind in Sunnydale. She then asked him ifhe would change the future ifhe could which he had disagreed with. It's About Power by jesuisl0ser reviews. "[30]In herattempt trying to kill a empowered Caleb, Angelsuddenly arrived and saved her frombeing killedwhen Caleb had briefly overpowered her. Yet I would have preferred they didn't. In another, a user plays the scene to answer the question: Show me a scene that you found attractive that makes you realize you have deep rooted issues. The replies tell you she isnt alone. He was defending Anya but it shut Xander right up to find out Buffy who he held on a pedestal had done the same thing. of Fere n.1 1 b, a mate or spouse" and from there, this: "Fere, Feir, n.1 Also: fer, feyr, feir(e, feer. [44] Later, when contacting several people for help in saving a dying Dawn, Buffy decided not to even bother trying to call Angel given their complicated relationship at the time. The real BuffydespisesSpike for both creating the repugnant Buffybot andpotentially revealing Dawn's location, but ends it being in his debt because despite being tortured,Spikenever revealed the whereabouts of the Key, keeping Dawn out of harm's way. She told Angel shes baking and when her cookies are done he'll come to collect!!! Much to Buffy's despair, she expressed a preference for intense and passion-filled relationships as opposed to the "safe, reliable ones." [24], Returning to Sunnydale, she was still deeply hurt by Angel's anger to her and refused to tell Riley about it when he had concernedly probed her of it. "[66] Buffy admitted that while she did have feelings for Spike, she did not love him, and told him that their relationship couldn't have been real to him because despite all the good he had done, he was still empty inside. Buffy seemed to utterly believe everything she had told him, but it was nonetheless clear Riley still carried doubts. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. When he returns to Sunnydale in Season 7, the process has left him weak and damaged, both mentally and physically, to the point where he feeds on rats under Sunnydale High where Buffy has taken a job as a counselor. While She Sleeps by KittyKat0723. After the Scoobies and the Potential Slayers rejected her leadership and kicked her out of her own house, Spike followed her to an abandoned house and comforted her. We know that because Spike's soul was what burst forth and saved the world with its rays of soulful goodness. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. A film buff, she has a Western collection of 250+ titles and counting that she's particularly proud of. Angel then told Buffy about his decision and that he loved her, but they could not be together if she was continually risking her life to protect him andgot herself killed doing so. [61] Buffy later tried to dismiss what happened. With the time, Buffy agreed it would be easier to break up indeed, but it wasn't right; she could've had a normal relationship with Riley, but it didn't erase other challenges, as nothing would ever be perfect. Spike told Buffy his life story and eventually reached the fateof the two Slayers he had killed, shaking Buffy when he told her they only died because some part of them had wanted to, to end the constant life-or-death of a Slayer; even Buffy herself. When toldby a monk that Dawn was the Key and thatthey had manipulatedeveryone's memories to think she existed from the start, Buffy was uncertain, upset that her life was so easily toyed with,even demanding theyremove the memories. Sleeper Episode aired Nov 19, 2002 TV-14 41 m IMDb RATING 7.7 /10 2.2K YOUR RATING Rate Action Drama Fantasy Buffy and her friends fear Spike may be to blame when a number of people around town mysteriously disappear. Spike plus reported that Buffy's type in people was dangerous vampires of the underworld and even though she did such as for instance Riley, he had been not enough to satisfy the girl. [44] Buffy was upset by this and they grew apart a little, until Willow admitted to Buffy that she was never angry with her for destroying theSeedof Wonderand Buffy insisted that they will bring magic back to the world. When Buffy admits she was using Spike just to feel something, it marked a rare moment when a female character on a teen TV show was acknowledged as having selfishly motivated sex, and sex that wasnt propelled by a traditional love story. There was something so beautiful to me about the Buffy and Angel story. Twenty years after the "Smashed" episode, we look back at the cultural legacy Buffy and Spike's unbelievable night together. [32], The following day, Buffy and Spike, along with her friends and fellow Slayers, battled the First Evil in the Hellmouth. [143] Also, 1775 Buffy found Xander more attractive than Angel. Buffy was very relieved and touched that he was beginning to accept her. skanky. [100], Manipulated by Spike, Xander revolted againsther when sheinitially refused to allow her friends go after Adam with her. You have the creator's answer - it was ambiguous on purpose. [16] They tried to maintain a strictly friendly relationship, but continued to be drawn to each other. [182] Eventually, when forced to lose their Slayer powers, Buffy and Faith finally developed a still somewhat strained friendship. Buffy denied her claim of being judgmental, and insisted that none of them would be able to helpher against Adam without getting killed. "[29] Later, while recounting the painful experience of having to kill Angel, Buffy remarked that she would have given anything to be with him and that she "loved him more than she would ever love anything in this life. [129] Several years later, Buffy had a strained sibling relationship with Dawn at first. I would say no sadly, because as much as I wish it were yes it just doesnt make any sense In the way the rest of the story unfolded. It has earned a spot in the pantheon of killer sex scenes. Varr. Director Alan J. Levi Writers Joss Whedon David Fury Jane Espenson Stars Sarah Michelle Gellar Nicholas Brendon Emma Caulfield Ford [69] Despite her conflicted feelings for him, she was moved to tears when he revealed that he had regained his soul to prove his worth to her. Having fallen in love with a vampire, Buffy vaguely mentioned that not all vampires were "bad," referring to Angel. When Willow had realized that Angel returned from hell and Buffy was taking care of him, she was not judgmental or angry like the others, seemingly only worried about Buffy's well-fare. Think Willow and Oz in season 3. He also isn't big on sex scenes after he was kinda creeped out by Amends. [42] In his will, Giles gave everything to Faith, except the Vampyr book, left to Buffy, which Faith interpreted as Giles seeing Buffy stronger than her and the true Slayer. Speaking at Entertainment Weeklys Buffy the Vampire Slayer reunion event in 2017, Sarah Michelle Geller revealed who she believed Buffy would end up with. [108] Riley's health began to deteriorate(an after-affect of the Initiative drugs), and Buffy was increasingly concerned with his abnormally high heart rate. After breaking up yet another fight between Riley and Angel, Buffy allowed Angel to explain himself. Some writers have toyed with the concept of Buffy and Xander being a romantic couple. When Buffy needed understanding and compassion most Xander fell short . [57] Joyce's death combined with her fight against Glory and Tara's insanity beganto overwhelm Buffy,the continuous setbacks drawing hercloser and closer to a depression. And youth-oriented television is all the better for it, as horny young audiences have always deserved to see sex in all its messy and magical glory with attractive actors as proxies and repercussions that are fictional and thoroughly entertaining. Lauren Pinnington is a U.K.-based writer covering pop culture and mental health. Most people would sleep with their lovers if they felt it was going to be the last time. After nearly dying by vampirewith her own stake, Buffy sought out Spike to improve herself since he had killed two Slayers himself. In his speech, he explains that his love for her isn't because he "wants her" or even because he "can't have her," but because he loves who she is. [21] In a conversation with Willow, Buffyadmitted that she likedbeing around Riley and knew he cared about her. He said: Im split right down the middle because in terms of a long-term relationship: Spikes kinda your guy because he actually went and got a soul because of her. Buffy seemed to have a dislike of himat first while Angel was blunt and mysterious, but were undeniably attracted to one another at the same time. Spike & Buffy are reunited as evil approaches; they, the Scoobies & Slayers everywhere are thrown into situations beyond their control. They spent the final two nights before the battle together. Thegroundbreaking musical episode in Season 6, which has since inspired countless imitations across many genre series, features beautiful ballads from the entire cast, but perhaps none as meaningful as the ones exchanged by Spike and Buffy. She was confused, but wasfar too miserable and overwhelmed to question his behavior. But he didn't anymore, so he wanted to give it a try too, this time with the actual her. Riley confronted her and begged her to listen to him, a reluctant and still cold Buffy agreeing. [96] Buffy had a fantasy about Riley duringclass andhe had tried to kiss her afterwards, only for a nervousBuffy to interrupt his advances. But this time, the stakes are different, to an almost humorous degree. ", "Buffy The Vampire Slayers Nicholas Brendon thinks Xander was underrated. Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. [154] After Dawn realized she was the Key and inflicted physical harm over herself, Buffywas worried and felt helpless. Buffy: Buffy the Vampire Slayer is streaming on All4 and Amazon Prime now, Buffy: James Marsters played Spike in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Sarah Michelle Gellar reveals the treatment she used to shed fat, Buffy: Sarah Michelle Gellar played Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Honestly, whether they had sex or simply enjoyed each others company, as a forever Spuffy fan Im happy with either :) I also find it somewhat beautiful that we dont know and that we will never know. Despite Spike's protests, Buffy agreed with her sisters, explaining she was an adult and that was decision, and she was proud of her for that. Read at your own risk! Buffy & Spike First REAL Kiss Goodbye to You - Michelle Branch | Buffy S06E08 (Tabula Rasa) 311,704 views Jul 7, 2019 2.2K Dislike Share Save Super Saiyan Crew 1.03K subscribers First. Spike comforted her and agreed. [102] Buffy and Riley's relationship became strained. Spike's affection for her began as completely one-sided; he began trying to help and comfort her in any way he could, but his absence of a soul made his love come off as twisted and obsessive. In my head, they spent the night just talking and being together.Spike holding Buffy or vice versa. Buffy and Spike'slovemaking is violent, demanding, and destructive, and causes a house to collapse. For starting out as bitter enemies, Buffy and Spike became one ofBuffy the Vampire Slayer'smost celebrated couples. After a while, she began to feel the effects of Twilight's influence on her, which caused her to act upon her feelings of lust and love for Angel. [2][3] Although the event prompted a discussion about her sexuality, Buffy was only faced with negative repercussion among her friends; Willow,[4] Xander,[5] and Spike[6] insisted that she wasn't gay and understood that her encounter with Satsu was merely experimental. When the love spell was broken, she was grateful that Xander did not take advantage of the situation. Under the effects of Willow's backfired"My Will Be Done" spell, Buffy had cheerfully rejected Riley and insensitively told him about her "relationship" with her fiancee' Spike, thoroughly confusing and alienatinghim. [19] Both enrolled in UC Sunnydale, Buffy felt great sympathy for Willow when Oz left her, likening it to what she went through with Angel and stood by her in time in need, encouraging her and comforting her. Though in strong denial, Buffy and Angel eventually came to terms with Spike's observation, and attempted to distance themselves. However, because they can't physically have sex, the sexual tension between the two in Buffy. The Riverdale gangs penchant for hot showers and blindfolds. Claiming she was "over" bad boys, she sought out Riley andsaid she wasjoking over marrying Spike. [40], When Spike reappeared in his ship with a plan to save the world, Angel was visibly jealous. [10] Buffy and Willow became best friends, even sisterly, and when stumbling on magics of how to re-ensoul Angel, she had heartily agreed, wanting to bring Angel back for Buffy.

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