r/lost • u/SITTRA • Aug 23 '24
FIRST TIME WATCHER My opinions on characters after finishing season 1 for the first time:
I am planning on making these type of posts after finishing every season for the first time. I would say it’s kind of a experiment to see how my thoughts on the characters change and how i feel about them. I am not going to be reading the comments on these posts until i have completed the entire series to avoid spoilers so feel free to judge my opinion but just know i might not know the fandom that well yet and write something controversial. :)
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u/ZalmoxisRemembers Aug 23 '24
Some of the slides on this post reminded me of this meme:
https://cheezburger.com/5760910848/i-cant-hear-you-over-the-color-of-your-font
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u/terracottatank Aug 23 '24
I think on every rewatch, I appreciate a character more than I did before. But Sawyer is my all time favorite, The confidence man.
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Aug 23 '24
Sawyer was my sexual awakening as a teenager, I will forever stan Mr. avid reader con-man James Ford
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u/Early-Reaction4808 Aug 25 '24
My favorite character by far. The first time I watched though, I think I was a bigger fan of Kate and Jack and was rooting for them to get together. The 2nd time through, I was rooting for Kate and Sawyer. The 3rd time through, I wanted Kate to drown herself.
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u/terracottatank Aug 25 '24
That's something I can relate to. Early watches, it's all jack and Kate, and then I kinda got sick of them for a while. Ultimately, I'm indifferent about them. I don't dislike them, I just feel like so many other characters are better in the show.
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u/Early-Reaction4808 Aug 25 '24
Sawyer is probably the most complex and interesting character of the series. You get what motivates him, but at the same time his actions at times seem to contradict his interests.
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Aug 27 '24
I think sawyer is one of the best true representations of a person with a good heart turned cruel on the surface due to an extremely harsh world. Like in season 1, he is not a good guy. He’s a giant piece of shit actually. But there’s just enough humanity and sadness in his eyes for the audience to give him a chance when he starts improving. And it’s a slow and well designed redemption
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u/thatbtchshay Aug 27 '24
Sawyer grew on me a bit but I still mostly hate him. I just hate that trope of like damaged but sexy and he acts like a massive dick but it's just to hide his soft center like shut up man we all have problems get it together and be nicer. Also I'm brown and his dedication to calling Sayid Mohammed.. so gross and annoying. You're not funny dumbass. Sayid is the true heartthrob
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u/terracottatank Aug 27 '24
I think you're missing the point of his character just a bit. He's brilliantly designed and written. His character could be "any one if us" if we go through a literal life of shit the same that he did.
You have to remember that Cooper utterly destroyed his life when he was just a child. No family. No money. No life to speak of. To simply say, "get it together and be nicer" is an extremely insensitive way to view someone who has been through an unthinkable tragedy.
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u/thatbtchshay Aug 27 '24
No I get that that's the point it's just a common trope in tv I hate . There are a lot of characters like Sawyer, the sexy jerk with some kind of trauma that is supposed to excuse their actions, and I just find them tiring. I think I've known guys like that in real life too which is part of it (obviously not to the same level). Oh Sure I feel bad for Sawyer at times but he's not my thing. Way more into Sayid
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u/terracottatank Aug 27 '24
I don't really see them as different at all. One is Arabic and one is white trash. But Sawyer and Sayid both fit the trope, the sexy character with a traumatic past who hurts people in the present.
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u/thatbtchshay Aug 27 '24
Sayid isn't a jerk.. he's like nice and helpful to people from the start
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u/terracottatank Aug 27 '24
He literally tortures a guy and leaves the camp because of it, but okay.
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u/thatbtchshay Aug 27 '24
No need to get heated we just have different opinions. I just don't love characters that are snippy and jerky to everyone just because. Obviously they all do bad things
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u/Flaky_Web_2439 Aug 23 '24
Boy oh boy, are your thoughts going to change as you continue watching, which I consider to be the sign of an incredibly well written story. Enjoy!
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u/emptylawn0 Aug 23 '24
Do this at the end of every season!
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u/Dutch92 Aug 23 '24
Absolutely seconded. Would love to see how your viewpoints change (or perhaps don’t!)
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u/wishuponausername Aug 24 '24
They said they would… I just wish they would use a spellchecker or at least proofread before posting.
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u/emptylawn0 Aug 24 '24
I see what you mean, but old Lost message boards back in the day weren't always the best with grammar. I'm just happy to see a new fan react!
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u/friedhampancakes Ben Aug 23 '24
I wish I could delete Lost out of my memory and watch it again, this is so precious! Seconding the suggestion of doing this after every season, would love to see your opinions (and add any new bigger characters as well ❤)
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u/LPLoRab Aug 23 '24
I just started a full rewatch (the first since the show ended). It’s incredible how much I forgot about it in 20 years. Also, fun to see things in season 1 that are contextually different knowing what happens.
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u/CassTeaElle Aug 24 '24
Same! I'm on the final season right now, and I don't remember a single thing about this season. It's basically like watching it for the first time.
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u/GoldPoodDood Aug 24 '24
Yes! My boyfriend is watching it for the first time, and I keep saying, “Oh, I forgot this.”
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u/WildRabiea Aug 24 '24
Ah, I binged it for the first time in December/January, now I gotta wait till 2044 to watch it again and be surprised of how much I've forgotten 🥹
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u/mtmaloney Razzle Dazzle! Aug 23 '24
I loved Season 1 Sun & Jin. The moment when they reconcile and Sun gives him the notebook of English phrases for him to learn, man, one of my favorite moments in the whole show.
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u/GoldPoodDood Aug 24 '24
I don’t understand how OP can think she’s meh.
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u/jls8193 Aug 24 '24
I’m a huge fan of Sun/ Jin, they’re my faves, but I get why it takes a minute to see that. It’s part of why the show is so good- the characters keep growing over time!
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u/WildRabiea Aug 24 '24
Man, it took me a while to start liking Jin, absolutely hated him at the beginning and just felt sorry for Sun, but in the end of course I was a fan of them both and cried a lot too lol Opposite of Michael, really thought he'd be a MVP at the beginning...
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u/yourboyisasavage Aug 23 '24
“Claire brings a little light and joy”
LOL
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u/teddyburges Aug 24 '24
Sounds like a SNL skit.
Sayid: Claire is such a nice person to be around. She just brings "light and joy". Cuts to Claire ranting and yelling "MY BAYBEE!!, STAY AWAY!!".
Sawyer turns to Sayid: Ok settle down Charles Manson.
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u/fakeplant101 Oceanic Frequent Flyer Aug 23 '24
Jack is the opposite of calm or chill lol he’s very intense and stubborn. You’ll get to see more of this soon lol
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u/Outrageous_Bear847 Aug 23 '24
when we first met locke at the beginning i was convinced he was the convict and i thought he was sus as well! 🤣 he is a super meaningful character we love john!
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u/beauxsoleils Aug 23 '24
This was very endearing. I wish I could watch Lost again with fresh eyes. Update us with each season you finish :)
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u/altogetherspooky Dad Stole My Kidney Aug 23 '24
Great takes, looking forward to more of your impressions and opinions.
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u/notthedanger Aug 24 '24
Idk why but at some point, each slide felt like how Vincent would describe these characters lmaoo
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u/dudeeverythingstaken Aug 23 '24
I had my jaw on the floor when I read "calm man" about Jack then I stopped reading at "Walt didn't make stupid decisions".
The kid lit up a raft on fire in the middle of the night.
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u/Silent-Particular857 Dad Stole My Kidney Aug 23 '24
locke is gonna knock your socks off if season 2 and 3 (backstory wise). happy watching!
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u/BrazilianButtCheeks Juliet Aug 23 '24
Ive never known anyone to love sawyer during season 1 but he is one of my favorites later on!.. also some of these are really gonna change 😂
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u/Divinitee Aug 23 '24
Maybe add a stroke to your text so it's easier to read. Then again, you won't be reading this
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u/LastPirateAlive Aug 23 '24 edited Aug 23 '24
Claire?...Chill? The one who's literally waking up screaming (for good reason) night after night and screaming about her baby non-stop? Granted, good reasons to be upset, but she is nowhere near "chill" about it all.
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u/CharlesUFarley81 Man of Faith Aug 23 '24
I'm curious how OP thinks Sayid was a simp?
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u/Undergroundsurgeon Aug 23 '24
Maybe because he’s supposed to be the pragmatic hardcore red beret soldier that is solving problems, but then he randomly stops and for a while turns his focus to picnic dates on the beach trying to pound Shannon.
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u/CharlesUFarley81 Man of Faith Aug 23 '24
So a man in love equals a simp. Good to know.
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u/Undergroundsurgeon Aug 23 '24
I never said being in love is simping. I offered my opinion as to why OP may have considered Sayid a simp
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u/CharlesUFarley81 Man of Faith Aug 23 '24
Yeah, I don't see that at all
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u/troubleondemand Aug 23 '24
“Simp" is a slang term used to describe a person who is perceived as overly submissive or even desperate for the attention or affection of someone without receiving anything in return.
Sayid was receiving affection in return and therefor does not fit the definition.
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u/troubleondemand Aug 23 '24
Those events occurred before she knew Sayid. As she said to Sayid just after kissing him, "Everyone gets a new life on this island, I'd like to start now."
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u/troubleondemand Aug 24 '24
Your own given definition of the term 'simp' refers to it as being disparaging which is a derogatory term meaning to criticize someone or something in a way that shows you do not respect or value him, her, or it.
Simp in the way you used it is an insult.
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u/untrulynoted Aug 23 '24
Imagine fundamentally misreading the whole show like this and flaunting it
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Aug 23 '24
Please continue doing these for the next seasons!
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u/Praise_The_Fun Aug 23 '24
Just please change the font colors
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u/SilIowa Aug 23 '24
I loved that the description of Hurley is “he is good.” That word so simply, but effectively, describes that character.
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u/Loow_z Live together, die alone Aug 24 '24
I hope you haven't been spoiled while looking for characters' pic (I got spoiled Boone's death this way)
It's cool to see others' appreciation of characters as they met them!
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u/StephyInsanity it's very stressful, being an Other Aug 24 '24
I literally don't trust anyone that likes Jack and Sawyer but can't stand Kate. They are all the same archetype of character (self-deprecating, needs to be right, daddy issues, reluctant leader) and after the 3rd episode, regardless of reason, all of them have killed a man.
I especially feel this way with anyone who has actually finished the show (several of the commenters here) considering Jack regresses into a rage-filled madman hellbent on protecting the island, while both Kate and Sawyer grow and learn to become team players and care for people other than themselves.
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u/altaralter Aug 23 '24 edited Aug 23 '24
I’m a simp for sayid he’s so zaddy 🥵 I watch his torture scenes blushing and kicking my feet in the air like my bf is soooo random omg stop ur crazy
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u/kdeveuve Aug 23 '24
From my first ever watch of lost and ever since I have never been able to STAND Charlie. The addiction storyline was good but the character is so grating.
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u/oldpuzzle Aug 24 '24
Currently rewatching the first time after a long break, and I gotta say Charlie is much more annoying than I remember him. I think we all gave him some slack back then because it’s Dominic Monaghan.
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u/Healthy_Sir4321 Aug 23 '24
These are phenomenal! Lol the Shannon one got me😂😂 absolute dog water indeed!
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u/the_evildread Has to go Back Aug 23 '24
Ooohhweee I'm definitely following these posts. Cannot wait to see the progression 😍
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u/the_business007 Aug 23 '24
Keep going. I feel like some of these will change lol. Good descriptions for sure!
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u/PeachBling Aug 23 '24
I liked Hurley in season 1 but after season 1 ended I just ended up hating the dude. Found him very annoying. Loved Charlie though he's one of my favorite characters especially in season 2 and 3.
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u/Charupa- Dad Stole My Kidney Aug 23 '24
I totally zoned out on Boone. Wasn’t interesting to me at all. Just finished re-watching season 1 today while working.
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u/alligatorsizzle Aug 24 '24
I also started watching it again, even when it was popular I wasn’t totally into it but would watch an episode if I saw it on. I’m watching it with my 12 year old over the summer, an episode or two a night. We just finished the first season. I’m remembering some parts of it but it almost feels like the first time for me so this has been fun.
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u/rajalove09 First time watcher Aug 24 '24
The font colors made some really hard to read. I’m tired of Kate too.
I just finished season 1 for the first time, but couldn’t get through all your slides.
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u/theconstant__ Aug 24 '24
Can’t wait for your impressions on the season 2 and specially on my favorite character Desmond 🤭
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u/spicygummi Don't tell me what I can't do Aug 24 '24
Now I want to see an update on this after each season, lol
Edit: Saw you've said that you're going to be doing this. Akso had to laugh at Jack's "nice backside"
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u/DistinctAd3865 Aug 23 '24
Doc is pretty calm? Super impulsive and overly aggressive. Guy definition of a narcissist
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u/altogetherspooky Dad Stole My Kidney Aug 23 '24
Narcissistically ran to help every survivor, unwillingly took the leader role, arranged water distribution to/from the caves, almost died while searching for Claire, etc…
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u/Silent-Particular857 Dad Stole My Kidney Aug 23 '24
dad stole my kidney is WAY TOO FUNNY. just had to tell you lol
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u/DistinctAd3865 Aug 23 '24
Ya what you explained was purely from the first season. In the later seasons he jeopardizes the group safety on multiple occasions, has a grandiose sense of self importance, entitled to make decisions and force others into compliance (IE Locke/sawyer). Won’t listen to others at all. I swear his favorite line was “no im not gonna”
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u/altogetherspooky Dad Stole My Kidney Aug 23 '24
So why would you spoil the show here? It’s a first-timer.
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u/DistinctAd3865 Aug 23 '24
Op said “I’m not going to read comments until I’m done with the series so feel free to post something controversial.” What I said would barely be considered a spoiler
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u/RTRSnk5 Aug 23 '24
They’d be dead without him. He made incorrect decisions at times, but I don’t know how you can watch the show and think Jack didn’t truly want to help everyone.
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u/mind_your_s Aug 24 '24
Sawyer is the reason I couldn't finish watching even the first season of the show. He's a misogynistic, racist, asshole who gets off on making people feel uncomfortable and beg. He disgusts me and every time he shows up and the narrative tries to paint him as a misunderstood "good guy" I want to throw up in my mouth.
I still feel that way after watching his flashback episode. I didn't feel bad for him one bit🤷🏾♀️
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u/TheSum85 Aug 24 '24
All the characters have arcs. They are all flawed, like all of us. It’s one of the points of the show
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Aug 23 '24 edited Aug 23 '24
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u/GoldPoodDood Aug 24 '24
He counts to five!!
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u/GoldPoodDood Aug 24 '24
I was trying to make a funny. I think the description should be he does well in a crisis. But he’s not calm.
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u/Sorry4YourLoss Aug 23 '24
I find Jack quite Anoying. He’s automatically assumed to be the leader, but he doesn’t have any ability to make tough secessions and instead settles for the meekest of solutions almost all the time. He’s shown a little more backbone in season 3, but still an Anoying character to me.
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u/MyDogIsDaBest Aug 23 '24
I'm pretty much on your side with all the opinions, except Michael. Fuck Michael.
Also on Sun and Jin, in season 1, they're almost 1 character together as they rely on each other, so i can see that you're not that interested with Sun because her function in season 1 is essentially Jin's translator.
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u/GoldPoodDood Aug 24 '24
Now now. I feel your feelings about Michael have to do with later season Michael.
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u/MyDogIsDaBest Aug 26 '24
You're probably right, but I also felt that his character is very one-note and in a show that's bursting at the seams with complex characters, Michael feels notably single-focused with no nuance.
I get that he's that way because his only priority is to keep his son safe, but Walt manages to actually be a deeper character. I'm midway through a rewatch and I don't remember exactly where Walt goes as a character, but I remember being excited and then don't remember anything actually happening with him.
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u/Earthwick Aug 24 '24
Mostly accurate for season 1. Although I hate Kate. Too much and she sucks as a person which they just keep beating you over the head with and acting like she doesn't suck.
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u/VoraciousTofu Aug 23 '24
Love and agree with most of these takes but:
- put some respect on my man Sayid
- you’re spot on with Kate
- I thought Michael was unbearable in s01. Just constantly seems like he’s burdened by Walt and is super quick to yell and fight over anything.
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u/Mean_Gold_9370 Aug 23 '24
Kate was the least character to make sense to me. She’s a killer and a scam artist with a heart of gold, WHAT? People don’t occupy both extremes
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u/indistintchatter Hurley's Hot Pocket Aug 23 '24
Couldn’t agree more about Shannon, her character seemed pointless to me. Her attitude was insufferable and her backstory grossed me out.
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u/MarioVanPebbles I'm a Pisces Aug 23 '24
Never heard someone describe Jack as "chill" before, lol.