Okay, let's talk about Buffy the Vampire Slayer, specifically season one. Remember that awkward first season? So much denim! So much early 90s hair!
The Scooby Gang: A Love-Hate Relationship
Buffy Summers (Sarah Michelle Gellar)
We all know and love Buffy. She’s the Chosen One! But let's be real: sometimes she was *really* annoying in season one. Did anyone else want to shake her sometimes?
I mean, I get it, destiny is a drag. But girl, embrace the slayer-ness!
Willow Rosenberg (Alyson Hannigan)
Sweet, shy Willow! We all rooted for her. Plus, who didn't want a friend that good with computers?
Though, let's be honest, her fashion choices back then were…questionable. That oversized sweater phase? Oof.
Xander Harris (Nicholas Brendon)
Oh, Xander. The lovable loser. He provided the comic relief, for sure.
However, his unrequited love for Buffy? Cringe! Anyone else think he was a bit too… persistent? Stalker-ish, maybe?
Rupert Giles (Anthony Stewart Head)
Giles, the Watcher. Our trusty librarian! He was the father figure we didn't know we needed.
Though, sometimes he was a little *too* British and stuffy. Lighten up, Giles! It's the apocalypse, not afternoon tea!
The Big Bads (and the Not-So-Big-Bads)
The Master (Mark Metcalf)
The Master! So creepy. So…old.
To be honest, he wasn’t the most intimidating villain. He mostly just hung out in his creepy underground lair. Anyone else think he needed a hobby? Besides, you know, world domination.
Darla (Julie Benz)
Now Darla, *she* was interesting! Seductive and evil. She delivered.
Far more entertaining than the Master, TBH. Plus, her outfits were way cooler.
Supporting Characters: The Spice of Sunnydale
Cordelia Chase (Charisma Carpenter)
Queen Cordelia! The ultimate mean girl. But secretly, we loved her.
She brought the drama! And some surprisingly insightful commentary. Who run the world? Girls! (Especially the rich, popular ones).
Jesse (Eric Balfour)
Poor Jesse. Remember him? Xander's best friend? Gone too soon.
He's like the red shirt of Buffy. A cautionary tale. Don't hang out with vampire slayers, kids!
Unpopular Opinions (Brace Yourselves!)
Okay, prepare for some truth bombs. Here are my totally subjective and possibly controversial opinions about the season one cast:
Xander was the worst. Seriously. All that whining. Give it a rest!
Giles needed to loosen up. Dude, you're fighting vampires! Have some fun!
Cordelia was secretly the smartest one. She just hid it well behind the designer clothes and witty insults.
And finally, Buffy’s hair in season one? Not her best look. Sorry, not sorry!
But hey, that's just my take. What are your thoughts on the OG Buffy crew?
