the same audience that complains about it being generic isn't helping either.

True! It's really disappointing that it mostly turned out that way, but sadly that's the reality now. The creators tend to stick with the mainstream rather than trying on something new and getting low viewership.

I know you're going to love it when you see it, and by the time you get to episode 8 (if I'm not mistaken) of the first season, it will be undeniable.

Oh, there's already an episode mentioned haha...surely that episode is special because you really remembered it—now I'm getting intrigued. Will really try it soon :)