Karen and Natalie continue their character analysis episodes with Stiles Stilinski! We’re also joined by Loz, who gives her perspective on re-creating the character for fanfiction.

Featured Song: “The Kids Aren’t Alright” by Fall Out Boy

– What made Karen want to write these character analysis feature articles?
– Was this one harder than the last two?
– How much do we love Stiles?
– We discuss how the show has raised the bar in terms of acting.
– What was our first impression of Stiles?
– Stiles is Scott’s support system. He’s a researcher and a three dimensional character.
– How did we feel about Stiles’ crush on Lydia? How did Stiles know Lydia was smart?
– It’s important Stiles stays human.
– Stiles is so brave. Remember when Gerard beat up Stiles?
-Poor, poor Stiles.
– Stiles comes into his own in season 3A.
– He’s in the middle of everything once again and he makes the ultimate sacrifice.
– Lydia and Stiles continue to get closer during 3A.
– Season 3B is without a doubt Stiles’ season. Was it a risk to make Stiles evil?
– There’s an organic growth with Lydia and Stiles.
– Throwback to Cora, remember how that almost happened?
– However, Malia is the relationship to focus on now.
– Season 4 is lighter… thank God.
– Stiles and Lydia are friends – there’s no territorial behavior with Malia.
– The human concerns of the season highight Stiles as human.
– What happened to Stiles’ medical bills?
– What do we want from him? Keep him human, keep him funny
– We also wouldn’t mind if he became a witch of some kind.
– What’s his future?
– Would Stiles hate being normal?
– We read your submissions about why you love Stiles!
– Check out Karen’s special feature article on Stiles Stilinski.
– Natalie is joined by fanfic writer Loz, who talks about what it takes to write from Stiles’s point of view.