I feel like this season might actually be better in a Netflix format (ie binging). The week to week episodes is killing this season. I think if they were watched back to back the tension and excitement would be a bit more there. The confusing time jumps and unexplained war plan have really ruined this season so far. The pacing has been all over the place too with poor cliff hangers that don't pay off for weeks. If they were watched over the course of a day, they might play out better.
I really didn't think they could screw up a war storyline but they are sure doing a good job at doing just that. I think partially to blame is the budget. They really need the GoT type budget and production to handle this storyline and they've had to cut a lot of corners and put in a lot of filler. I'm doubtful of this war wrapping up next week. I was betting on an 8 episode war arc with a time jump at the mid season based on the SDCC trailer but its looking like a full season of war at this pace. Has even a full day passed yet? So far we've had about half a season dedicated to a single day with some minor flashbacks thrown in. Maybe Heath will finally come back because he think's he's still on 24?
