Ep 1. Epic Guilt
- Not Rated
- July 13, 2010
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7.5 (93)
In season 4 episode 1 of The Guild titled "Epic Guilt," viewers follow the members of the Knights of Good as they navigate their relationships and responsibilities in both the real world and the virtual world of gaming.
The episode begins with Clara, the stay-at-home mother of three, feeling guilty about neglecting her children due to her obsession with playing the game. Her husband, George, suggests that she cut back on her gaming time, but Clara struggles to balance her responsibilities as a parent with her desire to continue gaming.
Meanwhile, Codex, the guild leader, is dealing with her own guilt after breaking up with her long-time boyfriend, Fawkes. She tries to distract herself by throwing herself into the guild's latest mission, but she can't help but feel like she made a mistake. As she struggles to come to terms with her decision, Fawkes continues to try and win her back, further complicating the situation.
Tinkerballa, the group's resident rogue, is also dealing with her own issues. She has feelings for Zaboo, the group's lovable but often annoying mage, but she's hesitant to act on them due to their vastly different personalities. However, when Zaboo starts to show interest in another girl, Tinkerballa must decide whether or not to finally admit her feelings for him.
Finally, Vork, the guild's pragmatic leader, is focused on the mission at hand: defeating the latest boss in their game. However, when his real-life responsibilities start to interfere with his gaming time, he must make a difficult decision about what's truly important.
Overall, "Epic Guilt" explores the complex relationships and responsibilities that come with being a member of both a guild and a family. It's a funny and heartfelt episode that shows the characters growing and evolving both within the game and outside of it. Fans of The Guild won't want to miss it.