A founder collapses after dreaming of his own death. A commander faces his enemy while doubting his closest ally. And a series built on conquest slowly steps away from the battlefield. Episode 9 of Kuruluş: Orhan did not end with victory. It ended with unease. Instead of progress toward the conquest of Bursa, it raised deeper concerns—about direction, ratings, and even scheduling. Now the question isn’t just what happens next…
It’s whether Episode 10 will arrive on time—and whether the story still knows where it’s going.
Episode 9 Ending Explained: Three Clear Warnings
Episode 9 closes with three striking images, each carrying serious meaning.
1. Osman Bey’s Dream and Collapse
Osman Bey sees a vision—not of triumph, but of his own body after death. Moments later, he collapses into unconsciousness.
This isn’t random symbolism. Historically, Osman Bey’s death is closely linked to the conquest of Bursa. The series is clearly preparing for that moment, aligning dream with destiny.
2. Orhan Bey vs Hector — Without a Battlefield
Orhan and Hector finally stand face to face. The tension is undeniable, but the setting feels restrained. There’s no sense of an approaching large-scale clash—just pressure, words, and uncertainty.
3. Flavius and the Loss of Trust
Hector openly declares that Flavius has betrayed him. Yet when Flavius speaks, he provides valuable intelligence: Orhan’s soldiers have quietly occupied the surrounding hills.
This confirms Orhan’s strategy:
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Appear weak
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Hide numbers
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Strike suddenly
But now the advantage is compromised—because Hector knows.
Why Episode 10 Won’t Deliver a Massive Battle
Despite expectations, there are no signs of a large-scale war in Episode 10.
Here’s why:
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The terrain shown isn’t suitable for a major clash
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The same small group of soldiers surrounds Orhan
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Crusader forces shown via VFX appear limited
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No buildup or production signals suggest a big battle
What’s more likely?
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A short skirmish
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Minor losses
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Strategic retreat or escape
Forget anything on the scale of Kuruluş Osman Season 2’s opening episode. That level of spending is gone—and viewers can feel it.
Ratings Are Falling—and Writing Is the Problem
Episode 9 recorded a rating around 4.0, continuing a downward trend.
This isn’t due to lack of effort. The production quality is visible:
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Costumes
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Sets
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Performances
All are strong.
The issue lies in focus.
Instead of centering on the conquest of Bursa, the story now revolves around:
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Flavius & Fatima
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Dursan & Halime
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Dafne & Abdurrahman
Three romantic arcs running parallel while the core historical narrative slows down.
A Strategic Shift That Isn’t Working
This pattern suggests a deliberate change by producer Mehmet Bozdağ.
The series appears to be targeting:
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Modern drama audiences
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Viewers less familiar with Islamic or historical storytelling
Rather than the traditional audience that supported earlier projects.
So far, the strategy isn’t paying off. If ratings drop toward 3.0, even the future of Season 1 could be at risk.
Will Episode 10 Be Delayed? What History Tells Us
This is the most common question right now.
Looking at past patterns, especially around New Year periods, delays are common.
Historically:
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Episodes are often skipped for one or two weeks
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Schedules are rarely confirmed early
Current situation:
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Mehmed Fetihler has confirmed its next episode
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Kuruluş: Orhan has not
The safest prediction?
Episode 10 will likely be delayed by one week.
This isn’t official—but history strongly suggests it.
Osman Bey’s Dream Is Literal, Not Metaphorical
In Episode 9, Osman Bey sees two clear images:
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Bursa conquered
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Himself dead
Historically, Osman Bey passed away shortly after hearing of Bursa’s victory. The series is clearly building toward this reality—but not yet.
Bursa feels close, especially with the introduction of İzzet, but as long as Hector remains active, the conquest will take at least one or two more episodes.
What Happens Next to Flavius and Fatima?
Hector will not kill Flavius—at least not yet.
Why?
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Flavius provided useful intelligence
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Hector will assume another spy betrayed him
But trust is gone. From now on, Flavius operates under suspicion.
As for Fatima Hatun, the truth is approaching. Episode 9 planted the seed when Jarkutay said:
“I wish Flavius would join us.”
That line wasn’t casual—it was foreshadowing.
The most likely outcome:
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Flavius converts to Islam
How it happens matters.
If conversion happens purely for love, it weakens the message.
If it happens through genuine belief, it becomes meaningful.
The second path feels far more likely.
After Bursa: A Missed Opportunity?
After Bursa, the narrative shifts toward İznik. But much of Bursa’s historical depth is being skipped.
When Kuruluş: Orhan began, there was hope for a detailed, layered portrayal of history. That hope is slowly fading.
