[@Flamelord] I hear ya. I think the Bates have participated in maybe one talking scene and have gotten into three fights during their very short stay in Penrose. But on the plus side, I think this fight is going to have a pretty emotional impact on a few people. I'm not sure Alicia is going to trust Penny after ruining her one chance at a peaceful arrangement with a monster boy, and Regina blatantly manipulated Elroy for her own sense of vengeance. Lots of interesting things to see develop out of the battles. A diplomatic ending isn't impossible right now, but it looks pretty slim.