OH NO NOW I HAVE THE SADS WHAT HAVE YOU DONE. SOMEONE GIVE THIS BOY A HUG

So, the new clip, huh? Pretty funny and cute, I love that “all” of the Paladins are taking a moment to breathe, and have fun. But, I’ve noticed something. Let’s take a moment to consider this.

Now normally, I think we all know that Lance would be all over this type of stuff. He’s the ‘goofball’ that loves to joke around and lighten the mood. That’s his thing. But here, he seems completely distant from the group. He’s brooding and asking about the mission, which is something entirely Keith. Not to say this is exactly what Keith would do, but it is very very similar. If I didn’t know any better, I would think that Lance is almost trying to make up for that loss. Usually there’s always someone to knock some sense into the group, or, at least give something to think about. Keith is all about the mission, and maybe Lance needs that right now. He needs something to distract himself from everything that’s been going on, and not only that, but he has nobody to one-up anymore. With a game involving strengths and completing quests, he actually, legitimately chose to be a ‘lone wolf.’ Let that sink in for a second. In the beginning of the show, I’d have no doubt that Lance would want to be a knight in shining armour, especially for Allura. Now that Keith’s gone and Lotor’s here, what can he really do? It’s unfamiliar territory, he’s trying to make up for what they’re losing/lost. Keith always seemed to be a little less enthusiastic about everything, as if he didn’t care as much. Maybe that’s what lance wants? Maybe these emotions are just so powerful for him, he’s looking for a way out of that. Also, remember when the review for S6 said someone was changing? Well… need I say more?

This is just a small idea of what the episode might mean, but I’d be excited to hear your own interpretations! Why do you think Lance has decided to act a little bit distant? Note that I’m aware this is a lot of ideas from something so simple as him not acting up to par, but that’s what they’re showing the clips to us for! Theories and excitement.