I liked that there was a constant tension between Miyagi Do and Cobra Kai where the characters were oblivious to it, but we the audience could easily see that in so many areas, each side was completely in the right on some things and completely in the wrong on other things, and how they complemented each other. And, by extension, I think there was a strong inference that they could become SO much stronger if they could have reached a peace rather than being at war.
And I love that when there were temporary breakthroughs, it was always characters like Amanda LaRusso or Moon that were the cause.
And I love that with almost every character, whenever you see some significant character growth in someone, that same person then goes and does something that makes you want to scream "NO! NO! Don't do it!" at the screen, and it is usually completely believable that they would do it.
Speaking of charcters:
-Along the lines of what I posted again, I really like Robby. And whenever he did something that revealed his character flaws and weaknesses, they were totally consistent with who he is and where he's been, and it made me like him even more.
-I hated Demetri, but think he is becoming really likable. I wonder whether there is a showdown between him and Hawk in the future that will turn Hawk back around and make them friends again.
-Miguel has to be ok, right? RIGHT?
-Tommy...the irony of him being put in an ACTUAL body bag as his character's end made me audibly say, "whoa...that was a bold choice."
-Tory: Can't stand her. Nothing redeemable about her character. (which tells me she may be in for a redemption arc?
Maybe?) But...I saw on a cast list (not her official IMDB page, so it may be false) that her last name is...well, I'll let you look it up. But if true...WOW! And I think it could very well be true, and would be a good reason why I believe her last name has never been mentioned yet. If you know what I'm talking about, what do you think? Shameless throwback, or cool connection? I'll go with the latter.