The more I think about it the more I think that this episode probably couldn't have been handled any other way. I have no doubt in my mind that if season 3 was allowed the full 21 or 22 episodes then the show would've expanded on these points that it brings up here but that being said the show pretty exceptionally starts it's final act. Everyone gets a really great moment of scree time and it seems like the writing staff was really trying to give everyone a lot to do. There's really funny moments but a lot more moments of heart and drama. Again everything moves pretty fast but the characters have a lot to go through and work with and it really sets up a great start to a 3 part finale. If anyone on the show is reading , which I assume you aren't but if you are then ~ Can't wait for the next part ! I'll Keep up the great work ! ( also thank you for all the nonbinary and queer characters !!! )