We are not getting regular “Ask the Outlander Writers” Twitter Q & As this season due to timing and the writers working on season five. There was not a Twitter Q & A for episode 404, but they are back answering questions for the most popular episode thus far, episode 405, “Savages.” It was not stated who took control of the Twitter account and answered questions, but Bronwyn Garrity wrote this episode. Below are the answers provided to fans this time around.
Hi everyone! We've got a bit of time this morning, so we're going to start answering some of your questions from Sunday's episode. Stay tuned! #ATOW #Outlander
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Thank you! It was! Great addition by @OutlanderCostum https://t.co/PN4mJQa5JL
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
The decision was made back in season two because, well – everyone needs a Murtagh. It was challenging to integrate the character into the storylines, but we think we have something intriguing for you. You’ll just have to watch to find out😁 https://t.co/xoBq9Y9DPT
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Don't stress. Rollo is fine 😄🐶 #ATOW https://t.co/iN7bjWdqku
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
We employed a consultant throughout the season who was invaluable at making sure we portrayed the Cherokee culture and language as accurately as possible. @TheMattBRoberts even traveled to NC and met with the Principal Chief of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. #ATOW https://t.co/5XAZ8TYb5d
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Yes. We have what we call read-thrus where the cast, writers, producers, and director “listen” to the scripts read aloud. It’s also a great day for everyone to meet and greet. #ATOW https://t.co/1Hbg9UDjBy
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
We loved it too. It was an actual creek. Our Greens Dept spruced it up a bit and the Art Dept added the village in the background. We dammed the water and released it on action so it was flowing during the scene. #ATOW https://t.co/DKra5Qv1hY
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
We wish we could keep in everything we film, but alas we cannot. Our amazing Script Sup estimates the runtime of a script before we film, giving us an idea if we are long/short. You can’t really know until it’s filmed and edited together, and we have to stay under an hour. #ATOW https://t.co/W71YIYaCHs
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Claire may be from the future, but she unfortunately doesn’t know everything. The Regulator movement isn’t taught much outside of North Carolina, and Claire doesn’t know the outcome of it any more than Murtagh does. #ATOW https://t.co/AiiSjVpd6K
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Outlander is a collaboration of many talented people. After a script is written, it goes to Prod where it’s given to the Heads of Depts. Each dept breaks down the script – gives suggestions, ideas, etc. Then we have meetings. Ultimately the producers have the final say. #ATOW https://t.co/U4MQW9AauB
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Burning down the house – those of you that enjoy Talking Heads will be singing to yourselves right about now… #ATOW https://t.co/FEEX3purot
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Thank you! It's a nod to the white sow. #ATOW https://t.co/6ecpnDxeBh
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
She grew them in her garden 😄 #ATOW https://t.co/nwDfEXSmPx
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
We use it sparingly now. We think @caitrionambalfe and @SamHeughan convey so much in their acting that it’s not needed as much. #ATOW https://t.co/3s4nLOTmb5
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Curiosity not only kills the cat — but the surprises we have in store. You’ll just have to wait and see! #ATOW https://t.co/RsR5nEcjlt
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Yes, they are from the nearby settlement of Mueller's Creek. #ATOW https://t.co/QkUaynu0Dd
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Murtagh doesn’t know that Young Ian exists, and therefore doesn’t know that Jamie is the uncle he refers to. He overcharges Ian because it’s quittin’ time, and he wants to go home 😁 #ATOW https://t.co/JEIyo8DmWV
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Women may not have had as many legal rights, but their opinions were still valued by the men in their lives. #ATOW https://t.co/dxkvkVbOWg
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Scotland is our home 😀 #ATOW https://t.co/Kq9qd50lPU
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Grueling. Pigs are notorious divas 😉 #ATOW https://t.co/jo3CB7mYAE
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Sorry, meant "doesn't know he exists in America." Murtagh wouldn't know what Young Ian looks like 🙂 https://t.co/qO1GMsWTy9
— Outlander Writers (@OutlanderWriter) December 4, 2018
Source: Outlander Writers on Twitter
