We close the first season of the SJA with a story that deftly incorporates the preceding challenges, ups the ante, and even provides for a supercomputer showdown.

In short, this entire series has impressed us with how quickly it found its footing, its niche, and played adeptly to the *two* target audiences (the tween/teen primary viewers, and the adults likely watching along), and a finale such as this exemplifies that quality.

Yes, there are Slitheen, but they’re not as noxious, and yes, Maria’s mother is insufferable, but we rather need that foil. The story is tight, the twists are genuinely interest and unexpected, and we’re left eager to continue with Series 2 as quickly as our podcast rotation schedule allows.