The first episode felt rushed, with an overwhelming number of characters, names, places, and nationalities introduced in quick succession. The acting came across as poor and unconvincing and forced at times. Despite the positive reviews from others, I did not find it engaging. It did not manage to captivate my interest, and I lost track within the first 10-20 minutes. My preference leans towards slower-paced narratives that allow for a deeper understanding and connection with the characters, which this episode did not provide and I just decided not to continue. Shame, as it sounded promising.