Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Rivals Season 2, Episode 6.As a messy drama series that leans into its romantic storylines and embraces its soapiness, Rivals has never been afraid to lean into tropes. Its best romances have all touched on classic tropes in some way, from forbidden romance to forced proximity to love triangles. At their best, tropes help a show reach its full potential, delivering exciting romantic storylines and entertaining drama. On the other hand, certain tropes can be stilted at best, and harmful at worst.
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