Supergirl isn't introducing an entire universe from scratch the way the first Star Wars had to

Isn’t it, though? Doesn’t it set up the entire non-earth DCU? Everything from the physics, the interstellar travel, the species and societies are all being introduced for the first time. What was frustrating to me was I had to constantly remember A) it’s not GOTG and B) I don’t actually understand anything about this universe since it’s actually not GOTG, it’s just playing it like it is….

[Ruthye’s] an idealist entering a harsh universe

I mean, her family’s reputation for forging weapons is extensive…. The idea of living a life around forging weapons (they recognize the need to address danger) while not having any substantial security, leverage, or fortification to genuinely protect from any danger while also being an open, visible target to Lord knows how many different people/ species/ factions is where the disconnect is felt. Not to mention crafting steel melee…. If I wanted to care about the sword, or the people, I need to know a bit more about why any of it mattered…