Dain gets a lot of hate in the fandom- but in Episode 7 of A Court of Cortisol and Chaos, we’re taking a softer look at his journey. From the red flags that actually make sense, to the repressed feelings that shape him, to the courage it takes to finally join the revolution- we think Dain might deserve a little more credit than he gets.

Your favorite SJM-obsessed hosts break down:

✨ Why Dain’s “red flags” aren’t the whole story

✨ His repression—and the very human reasons behind it

✨ What his role in the rebellion really means

✨ Why we actually like him (yes, we said it)

If you love character redemption arcs, nuanced fandom debates, and a little chaos along the way, this episode is for you.

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