As I mentioned prior, I did read an article with the creator, Jeff Davis about certain aspects of the show this season including Derek. And while he didn't say whether Derek was of the good variety or the bad, he did say that his high and mighty, arrogant and cocky attitude gets him in a load of trouble and by the end of the season he becomes more humbled and surprised by who he turns to for help.
While I don't care for the major personality change of Derek, I think it's going to play a huge part in the coming episodes and we'll see who he unites with to fend off the enemies. (More Sterek, please!!)
I also read in that same article (it gave away a decent amount in that little column!) that there is going to be a huge epic fight between Derek and the Kanima ... I can't wait! Bring on the muscles and fangs!
And I freakin' love the Coach. We need more of him, lol!
This is the part of the interview that mentions Derek:
How will Derek (Tyler Hoechlin) fare as the new Alpha?
DAVIS: Derek definitely comes into more confidence. Hes got a bit of swagger. Hes got his new red eyes, and hes got an agenda of building his pack and building his strength. Hes like a general who knows that he needs to build his army. But, hes going to stumble, along the way, because hes not quite ready for it. Hes not quite the leader yet that he thinks he is. Its all about hubris for Derek, and seeing him make mistakes. He may end the season up somewhat humbled.
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It would be good for Derek to be humbled a bit. I love him as Alpha and I want him to kick *** but I don't want him to be a jerk.