Riley leaving was totally expected. Everyone was surprised he stuck around after season 4 ended. He was too good. That was the point, his relative normie-ness and puppydog love contrasted Buffy's insecurities and jaded nature. She could never have Riley. His role is that tragedy.
this post was submitted on 20 Dec 2025
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