What I’m Watching: Supergirl

Supergirl: Season 6, Episode 13 “The Gauntlet” (B)

Every indication is that Nyxly is going to amass the power she needs and be nearly indestructible before she gets taken down by the team as this show signs off for good in just four episodes. This was a moderately entertaining detour with everyone getting affected by the totem. Alex exclaiming “Sweet, another dragon!” was a great prelude, but my absolute favorite part of this episode was Hank being so chill, exuding kindness and support and doing the opposite of what he tends to all of the time. I’m most intrigued by David Harewood’s comedic potential since I’ve only ever seen him on this show and “Homeland” before that playing particularly serious characters. Brainy getting to do Vita’s voice when she possessed him was also enjoyable, and I liked the way he reacted when he realized that he had been guesstimating all day. While Kara was trying to pass the test, Nyxly was examining her own memories and realizing what she needed to do in order to possess true courage, and now that she has come to terms with what that means, she’s not going to let anything stand in her way. William wanting to embed himself with the superfriends is an interesting idea, one that Nia didn’t seem to be thrilled about but which could actually be good for everyone. William could use the boost after the trauma he’s endured and the unsympathetic pressure Andrea is putting on him, and some public support could help our heroes in their latest and greatest mission.