We learn about Serena’s past as a criminal and her growing hesitation to kill those she has befriended in the tower [1.4.9, 1.5.2 ].
Khun purposely causes Team A to fail. His goal was to ensure Bam’s team (Team B) would have a better chance of passing by reducing the competition [ 1.4.2 , 1.4.11].
💡 Both episodes share a common theme of information as power —whether it's Khun using tactical lies in Season 1 or the Emily AI providing literal answers in Season 2. If you'd like to dive deeper into either season:
Which interests you more? (e.g., Khun's strategies or Viole's growth)
A mysterious chatbot named Emily is introduced, which characters like Dan Edin use to get accurate information and navigate tests [ 1.1.2 , 1.4.6 ].
The narrative reveals it has been nearly two years since previous events, showing Viole’s team successfully clearing a "treasure hunt" test through trickery and Viole's raw power [1.4.6]. Season 1, Episode 8: "Khun's Strategy" Released: May 20, 2020 [ 1.1.4 , 1.4.9 ]
This episode is a masterclass in tactical betrayal and showcases the immense power gap between Regulars and Rankers.