Ep 7. The Tick vs. the Tick
- TVY
- October 22, 1994
- 25 min
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7.5 (443)
The Tick season 1 episode 7, titled "The Tick vs. the Tick", is a hilarious adventure that introduces yet another superhero to the crazy fray. In this episode, The Tick and Arthur are confronted with an unlikely threat that sees them pitted against a strange, mirror-image version of The Tick himself!
The episode starts with The Tick and Arthur visiting a superhero convention, where they run into a rival hero named Thrakkorzog. Thrakkorzog quickly steals the attention of the crowd with his impressive strength and flashy superhero getup. But as the convention progresses, strange things begin to happen. Suddenly, Thrakkorzog starts acting oddly, aggressively attacking both heroes and civilians alike. In the confusion, The Tick realizes that there is something strange about his rival - he seems to have become a mirror version of himself!
From there, the episode becomes a classic showdown between the two Ticks, thoroughly entertaining viewers with a wacky mix of humor and action. As both heroes try to outdo each other with ridiculous superheroic feats, the real Tick tries to figure out what has happened to his doppelganger. The two Ticks are soon battling it out across the city, with Arthur struggling to keep up with their antics.
Meanwhile, a group of devious villains are watching from the shadows. Lead by mysterious mastermind The Terror, they are intent on using the two Ticks to their own nefarious ends. The true nature of their plot is slowly revealed throughout the episode, as The Tick and Arthur race to uncover their plan before it's too late.
One standout scene sees The Tick and his foe engaging in a hilarious, over-the-top game of "got your nose", with both heroes attempting to one-up each other with increasingly ridiculous claims about their nose-thieving abilities. The scene perfectly encapsulates the show's balance of silly humor and genuine affection for classic superhero tropes.
As the episode reaches its action-packed conclusion, The Tick and the mirror-Tick must team up to stop the villains from unleashing their terrible plan. This leads to an epic battle sequence that sees all the show's heroes facing off against some truly bizarre foes.
Overall, The Tick season 1 episode 7 is a fantastic addition to the already impressive series, showcasing the show's unique blend of humor, action, and heart. With its loveable characters, ridiculous plot twists, and clever writing, it sets a high bar for the rest of the series. Fans of the classic comic book series or superhero culture in general will find plenty to love here, while newcomers to the show will quickly find themselves drawn in by its infectious charm.