Shadowhunters EPs Talk Jace's Finale Twist, That 'Malec' Moment and più 

A barrage of truth bombs were dropped throughout Monday’s midseason finale of

, leaving no character — or fan-favorite couple for that matter — unscathed.

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Let’s start with a quick recap the biggest moments: Valentine revealed to Jace that he’s not really Clary’s brother, Simon gained the ability to walk in the sun, Alec and Magnus declared their love for one another, Izzy realized the error of her addictive ways — and in the episode’s final moments, someone made off with the Soul Sword!

Below, showrunners Darren Swimmer and Todd Slavkin answer TVLine’s burning questions about the midseason finale, then preview what’s still to come when the Season 2B premieres on Monday, June 5 (8/7c):

TVLINE | There’s so much to talk about, but for some reason, I want to start with Madzie. How did you manage to turn this adorable child into one of the scariest characters on TV?

] Oh, sweet Madzie. I think she’s only four years old! The notion that she’s doing all of this just to be reunited with her nana — the lengths a child will go for a mother figure — was interesting to us. Plus Valentine’s manipulation, that he’s such a sick you-know-what that he’d actually exploit a child’s fear to get what he wants, was super creepy.

is one of our favorite movies, as you can probably tell. … But she did save Alec’s life this week, too. They had a nice moment when they first met, and she remembered him. If you’re nice to her, she remembers.

TVLINE | You mentioned Valentine, so I have to ask about the big Jace-isn’t-his-son reveal. How long will we have to wait for Jace to tell Clary?

Well, it’s complicated. Clary’s in a great relationship with Simon right now, but Jace is Jace, so those feelings that he has will be really hard to contain. The triangle gets super juicy in 2B. … We take the book adaptation super seriously. We know that’s where it goes, but we wanted to give Clary and Simon their time and really dig into it. They’ve got great chemistry. It’s a little sexier with Jace, whereas it’s more sweet with Simon. But it’s two different spices, and we love them both.

TVLINE | And what’s on Simon’s to-do list now that he can walk in the sun?

to spend more time with Clary, to do the things they didn’t used to have to think about doing. He can live a normal life now, or at least more normal than before, so you’ll see him going back to his old life. You’ll see Simon Lewis the musician, but you’ll also see that being a Daylighter isn’t without its drawbacks.

TVLINE | I loved Magnus and Alec swapping “I love you”s, but I got the feeling that Alec meant it more than Magnus. Please tell me I’m crazy.

Oh, it was definitely reciprocal. We were intrigued with what happens when someone you love is in grave danger and you think they’re gone, that you’ve lost them. Then, when you realize they’re alive, it shines a light on your true feelings for that person. We thought it was a beautiful moment. Both actors just crushed it together.

TVLINE | Izzy, meanwhile, can’t catch a break in the romance department. Will she be taking some time for herself in 2B?

She definitely has to heal, and we explore that road back in 2B. She becomes the warrior that she always was. … She’s this strong, fierce woman who everyone believes is so tough, so to see addiction from that perspective was interesting. It could happen to any of us. Combining her with Raphael and that strange disfunction in a way brought out the true feelings they have for each other. In 2B, that girl gets her jam back and becomes the Izzy that we know and love.

TVLINE | Lastly, since we know Sebastian is coming in 2B, it is safe to assume he was carrying the Soul Sword in that final shot?

] It’s not safe to assume anything! You’ll have to watch 2B to find out the mystery of the sword.

Your thoughts on Monday’s finale? Hopes for 2B? Grade the episode below, then drop a comment with whatever’s on your mind.

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As my own follow up, because everyone should want to make out with Izzie. Hoping this is the show setting up that she was with the wrong vampire.

cassandra clare has stated that while its not mentioned in the books Raphael is in fact asexual and aromantic. I believe that shadowhunters went with the asexual part but not the aromantic part (since Raphael clearly tells Izzy he has feelings for her)

No he’s asexual, I think it was cool they kept that in the show, hopefully Jughead in riverdale goes the same way

I feel a bit sorry for Raphael. He seemed to genuinely care on some level for Izzy (in addition to the blood need), but I’m also confused by his comments to her. Is he apparently an asexual, romantically attracted but not sexually? This seems to need some additional development that wasn’t in the books.

Definitely frustrating with Izzy and Raphael. Please tell me this no-sex thing of his isn’t just some ridiculous way ending them already.

And sorry, but nope, Malec are pretty bad. I think Matthew is finer than fine, but his emoting abilities are made of wood.

And I’m sure they could sex up Climon if they wanted to.

I think they didn’t sex up climon in the show bc in the book it was more awkward for them to be together. She gave him a chance bc she thought Jace was her brother and was trying to move on from those feelings.

Raphael is Catholic so I think he wants to stay as true to husband religion as possibl… even though he is a vamp.

How can they say they took the books seriously in any regard?? They haven’t even remotely begun to play with the whole awkward “sibling” dynamic between Jace and Clary and now they are ending it? Clary never once showed any demonstration that it bothered her, that it was hard for her to make sense of her feelings for Jace as a brother, which is literally what TWO WHOLE books take the time to deal with! This show is not at all what it could have been.

I guess by now everyone watching the show knows they were never related, unlike the film where they could still surprise people

Totally agree ,they totally screwed up the show, I give it thumbs down

Totally stupid show, no chemistry b/w jace and clary, they do not even look bothered that they are brother and sister, they did everything to fcuk up the show.

Man You stole my words and feelings, they found perfect way to spoil a great story.

I agree with the other comment: in the books it was possible to play with the dynamic between Jace and Clary because the reader didn´t know for sure that they weren´t siblings. You can only draw that out for so long in a series where half the fan base knows they aren´t related. It makes for fun TV to say “Hey, that´s funny, if only they knew…” but it gets boring after a while. So I´m glad they didn´t wait two more seasons. Although I agree that they droped the ball on Clary´s reaction. I am much more annoyed with the overall pacing of the show compared to the books. They changed quite a lot and I think not for the better.

I actually watch this show because of malec. I really think they’re beginning to mess it up. The actors look uncomfortable kissing each other. Alec appears to be the only one actively pursuing the relationship and making the actual moves. Now, they’re about to add a love triangle with Jace?I know it’s from the source material, but No, thanks!

I agree there’s awkwardness there (in particular I agree with Andy that Alec’s ILY seemed more heartfelt than Magnus’) but I’m not sure if it’s intentional to show the awkwardness of their developing relationship or if it’s subpar acting/writing. I still love them though.

No kidding, Zee. Harry could not have puckered his lips out any further :P

Which is strange considering that first kiss was smokin’ hot. What love triangle with Jace?

Jace, Simon and Cleary triangle. I do understand that’s from the books but I don’t enjoy the tired old love triangle storylines

I’m just gonna sit and patiently wait for Sizzy and Clare. Since I have my Malec there is nothing more to worry about.

I don’t like that many scenes from the books were left out, that the angst between Clary and Jace wasn’t developed , not as detailed as it was in the books but this is very short, notably Seelie Court scene. Can’t wait for Sebastian arrival, he is gonna shake up the series. The fake siblings angst was more shown from his POV, and she seemed to have accepted it which was not how it was in the books.

Loved Malec moment though, now we shall wait for June 5th

I will just wait for 5 June nd see. I enjoy Clary’s relationship with Simon more than Jace’s. I feel he just so too much of himself nd that’s too much for me. I want to see what Sebastian would be like in the show. meanwhile, Magnus and Alec re just the best couple in this show. they great together. Hard to believe they aren’t actually guy in real life. just love watching them together. I wonder what Simon would do with his new abilities.

i was so pleasantly surprised when raphael revealed to be asexual (read; i was a blubbering mess as soon as he uttered those words). i’m a little disappointed you didn’t ask about that andy. asexuality is even worse represented than gay/bisexual characters.

the episode was so incredibly good. i feel like where season 1 was that guilty pleasure show, season has become so so good and all characters have been given a lot more depth. i guess having more episodes to work with gave them the opportunity to do so.

i’m looking forward to the back half of this season!

I love this silly show so much. Each episode goes by so fast! As great as the Malec ILYs were, the hugs before and after were even better.

I will never watch another tv show based on novels, thanks for disgusting portrayal of story and characters.

I’m so glad everyone now knows Clary and Jace aren’t siblings officially! That being said, I do miss at least some of the angst and dealing with their feelings for each other that the books offered. I feel like I can guess where the Seelie Court scene will go on the show now, but it was so intense in the books, I would’ve liked it to stay that way, and the super intense CoG moment at Wayland Manor — I think we needed that.

The only other thing that would’ve been nice in last night’s episode is if Clary heard Valentine’s declaration at the same time as Jace. In the books, they find out separately because they are off on different missions. On the show, she could’ve been there, rather than leaving Jace will the task of telling her or not. End Climon. It lasts a week in the books, and it is barely believable.

I think that everything is great. Cant wait to see Clace, Sebastiand and Izzy. Save your bad comments for yourselfes.

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