What is your JRWI Riptide hot take? (Spoiler Free)

Mine would have to be that Philippe is the weakest character and part of the show. He came off as a gag character that we were expected to care about despite not contributing anything of real significance. Plus his voice was kinda unpleasant on the ears lol

Admittedly, I've just got back to that part of the show and his introduction. My memory could be faulty and I'm not remembering something, if so please correct me