We have a thread for this one already, somewhere, WickedRegal made sure of that ! A long time ago (but not once upon a time ago) we had a thread of suggestions for Regina’s next love in terms of new characters and Robin Hood was a popular one, but then they cast him and Marian and we all thought there goes that. Then they recast him, and we got spoilers, so I’ve been on board this idea for a bit, even though yes it messes up Disney /Classic version continuity with Marian but I’m not a stickler for that. The original versions exist so OUAT is the mashing machine, so I say, bring it on. Its not as if we really met Marian (and even then I might be ok depending on how they handled it).
I agree MysteryKat–the idea of Henry having a step-brother is awesome, as is in a way, a second chance for Regina to be an Awesome Step-Mom instead of an evil one.
What’s even better though is we get our insatiable curiosity about her next love resolved now, but Regina is still given time to grow into the person that he could love again. I feel she has a rough road but she will get there and she is trying to be better and cleanse that Dark Heart.
“If I had a world of my own, everything would be nonsense. Nothing would be what it is, because everything would be what it isn't. And contrary wise, what is, it wouldn't be. And what it wouldn't be, it would. You see?” -- Lewis Carroll, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland & Through the Looking-Glass