Adventure Time: Distant Lands Megareview - Together Again (Part 1)

While death splits our heroes apart, death is also what brings them back together. The Adventure Time: Distant Lands special "Together Again” reunited Finn the Human and Jake the Dog for a chthonic quest to preserve the cycle of reincarnation and save the Dead Worlds from the son of Life and Death (and the Lich Hand he unwisely teamed up with). This enthralling tear-jerking special feels like it can be a companion piece to the "ending" (the fun will never end!) of Adventure Time - while the series finale, "Come Along With Me," looked at the world of Adventure Time from a grand scale, "Together Again" focused on the heartfelt cosmic bond between Finn and Jake to bring closure. What a sublime saṃsāra of an adventure!
I wanted this to be a single lengthy video, but my depression has been a gigantic tranch, so I don't know when I’ll regain my capability and zest to keep working on videos. This half of the review was created not too long after “Together Again” originally premiered, and I've been sitting on it since then, but now that a (hyperbolic) eternity has passed, I decided to go ahead and slice this review in twain. When I emerge from the loomy gloom and find the time for it, I will inevitably return to finish Part 2.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Björking It Up Like Old Times
07:12 - Jake the Dog Is Dead
11:53 - Finn the Human Is Also Dead
14:56 - Mr. Fox
16:27 - Finn's Appearance
19:29 - Tiffany Oiler
20:45 - New Death
26:12 - To Be Continued

[@uncivilizedelk]

Hi y'all, I had copyright issues with this review getting claimed and blocked (even my temporary reuploads got hit), but now the original review is back! However, after a blocked video is reinstated, the comments made prior to the copyright claim are supposed to return as well; for whatever chaotic reason, that did not happen, and the first ~600 comments this review received have vanished. I'm with YT creator chat support at the moment trying to find out if there's a way to get all those comments recovered (it has not been helpful). It feels like this review got cursed or something, especially since the copyright claim majorly curbed this video's growth potential at a crucial time in regards to algorithmic promotion. 💀 -Even if it turns out that the early comments got permanently obliterated from existence by GOLB,- I did read (or at least skim) through them all, and I thank you enormously for the outpouring of support. *_Edit from the future:_*_ Looks like the deceased comments randomly revived a couple days later?! Tops blooby._ Guess I may as well link my Patreon in this pinned comment, since I (unfortunately) do require $ to continue to live (even though I derive no pleasure from being alive). FYI: I pause my Patreon for months where I don't release videos (it is currently still paused): patreon.com/uncivilizedelk

[@melonhunter6497]

Hey dude I hope you feel better, I’ve been there

[@bleh329]

Well done getting the video back up. Sorry you had to deal with that idiocy. Copyright claims are such BS. Anyways, love this video. I've been wondering what your thoughts on Together Again might be. Wishing you all the best with the depression and mental health hoops. I've experienced pretty severe depression and it SUUUUUUUCKS 👎 I just did my best to engage in the easiest things that brought any amount of not-depressed to my life. Like video games, food, clouds, coffee and baths. And I eventually started to feel like myself again. Best of wishes to you, dear Elk 💕💝💖

[@skadywazilend]

man i dont know if youll read it, im 23 and ive been watching you videos for a few years , i loved it, it really felt like i had someone to see adventure time with, and you always analyzed every thing just right, i just saw it again and i teared up and cried hearing you saying you feel so bad , i relate to what you are saying, why even live its so hard , but i understand that no normal person think like it , your words reminded me what i am doing and why , im studying psychology in college and the reason i wanted it so bad was so i could help others with depression, trauma , and other hard things, im in my second year and i feel like its to hard and there is no point but hearing you just reminded me that we all need help, please dont give up on your will to live just yet , there is nothing much i can do for you now but just wait help is coming

[@thehistoryandbooknerd8979]

I posted this in the main thread, but I wanted to say it here too. I hope you’re doing better and staying healthy, Elk. I understand completely when it comes to experiencing those heavy emotions, thoughts, and feelings… To put it in the way I think Finn or Jake would say it, they’re bunk as heck. We’re here with you. You aren’t alone.

[@aaronbedell3753]

I love your content. My son and I really had an experience with Adventure Time. It means a lot to us both, I made him a season 1 golden sword and full sized BMO and he went to a comicon as Finn, long hair and all. He and his friend were blown away that people wanted pictures with him. He has a hard time revisiting the series (I do too) but I lean into the pain of it because it's reflection of something beautiful in/of life. I was VERY depressed, trama from watching my father die slowly and painfully at 6 years old, and was positive I would not make it out of my 20's. I would have never been on my greatest adventure. . .my son was born when I was 30. I had become an alcoholic, and had gotten sober shortly before I started my adventure. There will always be problems and stress in life, but now I find I am at peace with it. If you keep taking the next healthy step one day at a time. . .it gets better, fuck perfection or what anyone else is doing/saying. . .just shoot for a little better. Best part is, the show was so brilliant, it planted the seed long ago for a very helpful instruction manual for life IRL. . .amazon or a library will have the "Enchiridion". Google it. Again, I love your content. And I wish you best and if I could give you a copy right now I would. Cheers

[@MineCreeperHD]

I believe when Finn said "Its recognizable" at 16:37 I think this was not just a meta joke for the audience. Finn's only goal at that point was to find jake, this means he wants to be recognized by jake if he would see him. This is why I believe he chose this form, because jake died when he was around that age. which is honestly quite sad to think about ._.

[@TheStOne1]

Oh 😶

[@BugsRCool499]

That means he didn't die naturally, he was killed by someone

[@tkumeii02]

FINALLY! I thought i'm the only one who think that😭 It also made sense because jake wouldn't know how finn looks like when he's older if he died when finn is around that age :(

[@TheStOne1]

@@BugsRCool499 Jake was old

[@BugsRCool499]

@@TheStOne1 it was shown in earlier season's future segments that he can live up to finns old age

[@shayhasmoron]

Great to see you back elk. We all missed you

[@finkhennipman3134]

Yes

[@hanskristiannilsen5058]

Yes

[@kodekYT]

Yes

[@dylanwright-mellone2029]

yes

[@MrNobody8903]

Very much so

[@sofig1237]

Maybe the "it's recognizable" thing implies that Jake died soon after Come Along With Me and Finn wanted to look 17 so that Jake would recognize him.

[@Inactivechannel-r6]

Damn

[@mateuszbugaj799]

I thought that after events of the finale, Fin became famous and was known in the world as this 17 year old with metal hand

[@sofig1237]

@@mateuszbugaj799 yeah, that too. Finn had lots of adventures and saved a lot of people and they made that big statue of him after he died so people know him

[@saddlebag]

@@mateuszbugaj799 But he lost his metal arm in the finale… though I guess bubblegum could have possibly made him another one.

[@ntfoperative9432]

@@saddlebag he had a metal arm when he died, so I guess he got one for when he's adventuring, and just doesn't wear it during every day life

[@Shelledbe]

Hi! Silly fact, the voice actor for new death is Chris Fleming, a comedian who has a song about boba tea and how he loves boba. The team replaced the energy drinks with boba because of this.

[@elishatea]

Wait WHAT!?!? I love Chris, how did I not realize this?

[@wishwaswhere]

As someone with Deuteranopia I can confirm that it looks like the shaded version of jake I'm actually kind of shocked that this was a thing I didn't know it was red upon initial viewing.

[@hattoripool1533]

I kinda wish we got to see Jake’s reaction to New Death killing old death because many of us remember he had a friendship with old death

[@mitcheldxdyt]

I mean we kinda did

[@2portal19]

For me personally your presence in reviews for adventure time has felt like a genuine part of the series, something that I needed in addition to the content of the show was your input on it. It's good to see you again, and I hope to be allowed to join you in another adventure.

[@sarahgreen238]

Same lol, every time I finish Adventure Time, I just start rewatching Uncivilized Elk. Its the only other thing that Consistently gives me that same nostalgic, genuine, calm happiness besides the show itself

[@R1nRenLive]

Exactly how I feel as well

[@libero2711_]

without him I would be super lost, but not only that, i think Elk manages to build upon that feeling that adventure time gives off, and also add more moral values and food for thought on top of it, he really is an integral part of the show for me as well lol, he adds to it very well, it's like a dlc for the show

[@UnorthodoxIndividual]

True, honestly, I'll never consider the show over until Elk stops talking about it.

[@philly_sports1558]

This episode was a perfect combination of having great fan service while also having a great individual plot that stands on its own. Obsidian was the same way. I thought Come Along With Me was the perfect ending for the show itself but I thought that Together Again was the perfect conclusion for Finn and Jake's journeys as characters.

[@aruce9]

I love how the litch was brought back as an antagonist, he is one of the best villains that adventure time has ever had

[@olly123451]

I think the Lich might be one of the best villains in cartoon history, possibly even just media in general.

[@skyguy675]

I wouldn't be surprised if Jake simply died of old age. He ages in dog years so it makes sense he'd die sooner, and hallucination jake goes on about how his death feels right. After you grow old enough, going past a certain, it looks an awful lot like you're just living to die, and maybe Jake had the same mentality as that. There's an inevitability in natural death that I feel is more poignant to Finn's reaction than I feel like there would be if Jake merely died whilst on an adventure.

[@gwell2118]

From what I gathered Finn did eventually move on from Jakes death as he did seem to have moved on from his grief of Jakes passing, but I feel deep down he was still in deep mourning of Jake that he made the concious decision to burry in his vault for the rest of his life. Leading to likely many unspoken issues remaining for the rest of his life. This is one of the things I always liked about Adventure Time, it portrays how life progresses in a very realistic way (in adventure time of all places). He had many traumas but he didn't let it stop him from living until end, some problems simply never went away and Finn carried them till the day he died. Also how the story of Finn wasn't based around some predefined destiny, there was no beat the evil emperor and die destiny fulfilled. He just went on random adventures until he finally past, his incarnation as Finn was no more significant in the cosmic sense than any of his other incarnations (the butterfly, Shoko, etc). His life didn't need some grand purpose to be worth living, it just had to be his life. And he is about to start a new one.

[@proverbialloaf]

That was beautifully put, thank you. :’-)

[@thescaryjokesarchive2014]

What REALLY does this special for me is the STUNNING background & character designs by Michael Deforge and Storyboards by Iggy Craig. Like seriously without those two, this special would be SOOOO different.

[@enderwiggins8248]

Just as Finn returns for Jake, you’ve returned for us ❤

[@jolly3257]

I feel like on the ‘recognizable look,’ there might be multiple meanings. The thing that I first thought was that Jake died when Finn still looked like that, so Finn wanted Jake to be able to recognize him when they meet in the afterlife.

[@tenkenroo]

Ya that’s what I thought too.

[@20000dino]

This was the best instance of remembering that someone existed. I've been missing your videos for so long that I forgot about them. Edit: I also cannot recall the last time I wanted to exist, so you're not alone. We're very far apart in the physical world, but maybe one day (hopefully far from now) we can meet in the 37th dead world

[@isthisajojoreference]

don't forget the clap

[@Bc232klm]

hope you're doing as good as you can ❤

[@nico-9805]

We missed you Elk! Take all the time you need, I understand just how much depression can sap one’s creativity. Wishing you the best!

[@sarahgreen238]

I know we're just voices on the Internet, but you have affected my life personally so much. Adventure Time is my all time happy place, and your ability to increase my appreciation hundredfold of this show means so much to me💚💛💙 Having depression sucks ass (ik!), and I hope your support system comes in clutch

[@guilhermefarias5255]

I loved how they made the mix of emotions when Finn sees Tiphany for the first time a visual gag Angry - standard "sees Tiphany" emotion, almost a Pavlovian response Sad - to learn that Tiphany is also dead, and has been for longer than him Surprised - to see Tiphany, in general Happy - Newly acquired liking, nice to see a familiar face

[@philly_sports1558]

I just hope you’re doing well, man. The amount of great videos you’ve made over the years is incredible. You’ve covered my favorite show better than anyone I can think of. I honestly hope for the best for you. Thanks for everything you’ve given us over the years.

[@michaelgualtieri651]

I gotta say, while I loved this special, I also felt compelled sadness. More so for Finn, or rather what happened to his life after Jake passed. While it was sweet that Finn would've been happy to see Jake once he passed on, it was also depressing. Considering the timeline of "Obsidian" and how Finn's memory showed that he was still young, I'd have to guess that Jake probably died maybe a year or 2 at most after the original series finale. And Finn just couldn't have moved on. Almost his whole life, he just couldn't in the best way I can think of: live on after Jake. He seemingly never settled down and have a family of his own ( like in his pillow world illusion ) or even had many friends left at that point. Makes me wonder abit. Does this mean that since Finn couldn't live on for other things after Jake died, does this make their relationship on some levels unhealthy or even toxic in a sense?

[@pankreas2195]

Finn is deeply traumatized and clearly never solved his parental issues so yes he's very much dependent of Jake (father figure) and I'd even venture to say that his urge to be a hero comes from a place of feeling loke he has to prove he's worthy of love

[@ariesmry]

I also wonder tho, if his lack of starting a family is due to him already experiencing it in the pillow world. Seems like Finn would go on to experience new adventures, rather than re-enact one already had. With the exception of Puhoy from the pillow world, none of his love interests (requited or otherwise) were the settling down type.

[@regamae]

I always look forward to your videos Uncivilized Elk. I appreciate that they’re well-thought, well-spoken, and clearly have plenty of time put into each of them. I hope that you can continue to release videos in a manner that makes you the most happy :) For now, just know that I and many others support you in your journey, and we hope that you can find a way out of that pit!

[@thehistoryandbooknerd8979]

I hope you’re doing better and staying healthy, Elk. I understand completely when it comes to experiencing those heavy emotions, thoughts, and feelings… To put it in the way I think Finn or Jake would say it, they’re bunk as heck. We’re here with you. You aren’t alone.

[@SparkleWolf404]

My theory in the tree is death being well… death means that of course when he’d die the opposite of course would be life so a tree. Compare that to new death who turned to tumbleweeds, a plant that is alive but also dead

[@onlyachair]

I love your videos and i hope your health gets better, I wish you luck!

[@uncivilizedelk]

Thank you so much! I'm still in the pits, but I think the pits are appearing a bit less deep over time lately.

[@ringer1324]

Hey welcome back! Been waiting so long for this review. I loved this episode so much and it was the perfect ending to these iconic characters.

[@kazgem9492]

Depression has kicked my ass this past year too. I'm so happy you've been able to make it this far, and we'll wait as long as it takes for the next vid, mental health always comes first. We're sticking with you, man.

[@Mad_Rabbit69]

And when the world needed him most … He returned

[@sean668]

New Death's love for boba is probably a reference to his VA, Chris Flemming, who has a song called "Boba Manifesto" about being chronically addicted to bubble tea

[@SarcasticChorus]

The Return of the King!

[@casualbird7671]

16:30 I also thought Finn saying "It's recognizable" implied Jake died when Finn looked like that

[@kevinrosales5512]

Don’t ever leave again!!! You’ve been missed bud!

[@casualbird7671]

I am just so incredibly happy to hear your voice again, you are a delight to watch. Thank you so much for another installment, especially on this special.. and above all else I'm just thankful you're alright!

[@SafieLiverpool]

Your previous analyses and reviews of Adventure Time gave me a whole new appreciation for it. I have a lot of treasured memories of Adventure Time thanks to you.

[@shantaezon3618]

A lot of us who grieve feel like each day is just another day we draw closer to our lost loved ones. Even if that is true, it weighs heavy on us as we age even if it feels like the load is getting lighter. We simply make space for the grief, it never goes away. Finn had made space for the loss of Jake, but the parasite-drawn memories show that he was simply waiting to see him again, and his unwillingness to let go and let Jake remain in the 50th dead world shows this.

[@Emma-rn5tk]

Adventure Time played a huge part in making me who I am, and your analysis videos, Elk, have been a major part of that. I love hearing what you've taken away from the Adventure Time stories. I love analyzing the smallest of details with you in this incredibly expansive show. You've made a really awesome, nerdy impact on this corner of the Internet. I'm really glad you made a channel and started making and sharing your videos. I haven't been making any of my art in years either really. Depression is the ultimate drain. I hope you get some kind of relief from it soon. Our hearts are with you!

[@yougotbelled127]

HE RETURNS!! Seriously dude, I’m glad you uploaded again and are doing good mental health wise. Thank you for the gift!

[@Bc232klm]

Love you dude ❤ Take whatever time you need. This was great. It was actually really nice to get this lookback after a little bit of time has passed. Your videos are gold man, no pressure, I just enjoy each whenever I see them pop up. This show is deeply important to me, and I've watched a lot if it with/through your eyes for a while now. You're a big part of my love of this show. You really do mean a hell of a lot to me, even though I only know you through these vids. You make my days better. You make my memories of watching the show better. I greatly appreciate you deciding to put this out now too, it was the pick me up I needed today ❤

[@mrduckeatsbread]

HOLY SHIT ELK IS BACK!!!! I was so so desperate for you to review this man I'm so happy you're back. You were terribly missed. Hope you're doing well ♡

[@queermf1392]

Real happy you're back! My take on the ice Jake death scene: It's kinda like Finn just tried to numb himself somewhat to the memory of Jake, cause even the good memories inevitably led back to his death. Even the wheel barrow and him being so young indicates that this was a loss of innocence moment for Finn. Like he just couldn't go back to this period, mentally, however badly he wanted to, cause he considered it the best period of his life, or something, because it always leads to Jake's death.

[@ichokedonadoritoonce7670]

I'm crying elk really helped me through some dark times with his quirky videos ❤️❤️❤️

[@paulochu]

Woooo! Another video! As the rest of the comments said, we've all missed you and we don't mind at all the amount of time you take between videos, be it a decade if necessary. I always love hearing your in-depth analyses and your voice has become a soothing presence in my life. Wishing you the best, take care and take your time

[@Acoustic_Mean]

It's okay; the frenzied flame ending is cool, with it being a hidden/hard story to accomplish. When you make a build around it or explore the ending using any build, I thought it was a cool thing to discover on my own. I see it only as a testament to a vigilant gamer. Absolutely M A T H M A T I C A L

[@flaviodavila5184]

Hola sr Elk, es bueno saber que estás de vuelta, al menos con este video. Tus reviews son siempre geniales. Todos te extrañamos y a tus videos siempre con la dosis de crítica excelente a la serie que todos amamos. Espero que estés bien. Saludos

[@blazekicknchicken]

So happy to see this, hope you’re doing well elk ❤

[@noti7510]

I'm glad to see you again, and I'm here until the last video. while you were speaking on death two's nature, I realised that he's kinda a daredevil/rockstar type, and this mentality is pretty centred around life and death, like it's about living life hard and fast, then dying in a blase of glory (or overdose). he lives life intensely, where old death was peaceful and liked zen gardens.

[@lyssaharboure6241]

I love the nod the creators had to the brain releasing DMT when you die, Finn hallucinating in the last moments his brain was still alive before entering the world of the dead.

[@Electrox3d]

I need part 2… I just caught up on all episodes and require Uncivilized Elk breakdowns to defeat end of show depression! Thank you.

[@jennaw6831]

I just found this channel and have been really enjoying going through the massive archive of content!! It’s so interesting to hear you put all those feelings I was feeling watching this episode, into words and exactly describe what even caused those feelings to show up. Especially in the beginning hallucination part, with the slowly growing dread and realization that Jake was dead for realzies This show means so much to me on so many levels and it’s so nice to see someone else out there who found the same kind of comfort from the show:) hope you’re doing well!

[@ryanberry05]

“This dude is running on pure vibes, and those vibes are anger and insecurity” just found my character description in life 😂 Happy you’re back man. I hope things start to swing your way, you make us happy so it’s only right you get the same back.

[@feathers3411]

Don't feel bad for being away. As a chronic sufferer of depression (and other mental illness) I understand what it's like to feel like your whole life has been swallowed up... baby steps, elk - dont let worrying about posting content contribute to any of your stresses or worries

[@cationst]

it's always great hearing your thoughts! the way you explain the episodes and your opinions on it is always really interesting to me. take your time to make the rest of the review. we'll be here for it no matter when it comes out! mental health is always the priority. i hope you feel better soon. take care

[@sir_captainmorgan]

I was so happy to see this video, I’ve been so excited for it when I first saw the episode of distant lands cause I knew this channel would talk about it with a level of care and passion that you can’t find anywhere else. Love this channel and your work thank you

[@elishatea]

Glad to see the original went back up! It's great to hear from you again. Thank you for releasing this video, your perspectives are always so interesting.

[@justinhi]

Thank you a lot all the work and effort you put in your videos Elk! Take your time, we’ll wait!

[@arischmari8440]

Thank you for sharing how you feel along with this part, it’s so nice to hear from you again :)

[@rh2219]

Glad you're back!!! Love this video, can't wait to see more of your thoughts whenever they come by

[@ahjnasnyder9262]

So happy to see your video pop up!! Great stuff as always!

[@flamingbrutter]

These reviews make my day, happy to see you back

[@Guruc13]

God, that was so good. Nothing like reviewing this great series with a delighted superfan. Thanks Elk!

[@slumptris]

Been waiting for this review for so long *Thank you*

[@fungus1793]

Smiling ear to ear seeing this upload! So glad to see you back as always!!!!❤

[@feetlover102]

ive been waitting ages for your review and it was worth it. hope u get better soon, stay strong dude. tks for making this

[@kelliker9165]

Thank you for sharing what you have so far! I always love hearing your thoughts on Adventure Time. Honestly thank you for a lot more than that. Your videos changed my experience of adventure time, making it one of my all time favorite show, leaving me with a life long love of animation and story telling.

[@adairebane7838]

Thank you for sharing your art and your thoughts with us. I usually go through all your AT videos after binging the show. It feels like an extension of the show itself that I love so much. You see so many things I don’t even though I’ve watched AT dozens of times. My heart is heavy knowing you are struggling now. I hope your pain eases soon. Or rather I hope the emptiness fills so wholesomely. Thank you for being who you are. You are wanted. You are loved. As you are

[@sean8382]

Great to see you back. Your videos are always a must watch for me so glad to see this one pop in in my feed.

[@collinrxl9149]

Been here for a long while and will be here a long while longer, you take whatever time you need! Great video and commentary!

[@CutiePtoodle]

So happy to see this video!! I don’t care how long it takes, but I’m so excited to see the rest of it! Amazing work

[@diggsj0536]

so happy to see you again ❤❤ i hope you continue to feel better and better with time. No matter what or how long it takes i'll always be here to support your content and wish you the absolute best. I can never know the pain you've been through but i do hope you can out-will it. However the case, i loved your video essay and always find your adventure time content super insightful!

[@reitheboi2031]

Thank you for releasing part 1! We really really appreciate and love you very much.

[@thomasanderson8548]

it's so great to hear from you again and with an incredible review! I found a lot of your points on Death and ND were very interesting especially. Keep taking care of yourself, we're all rooting for you and will be here when you're ready :)

[@denissavin4745]

dude i watched a lot of your videos while being in a bad place emotionally and alongside other good things i had, your videos about adventure time kinda helped me!! i had that cozy feeling watching them, like if i was talking about the show to someone who loves it as well as i do thank you for doing what you're doing and i hope it will get better for your emotional state!!!!

[@Bc232klm]

Hope you're doing good too man ❤ I have a very similar experience. This show means a hell of a lot to me, and his videos have helped deepen and expand on that in ways I hope he knows how much I appreciate.

[@randallbranchcomb7449]

So happy to see you back. Keep your head up

[@naveamitay]

I've been binging all of your AT videos and loving every second of it. It's like looking at this magnificent show in a completely different light; while also helping me cope with the fact that it's over... Thank you!

[@whereami2700]

LET'S GOOOO! I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS AND SO HAPPY TO SEE YOU BACK!!!! Hope the break helped you!!!

[@florentvalentin8130]

I'm so glad you decided to do and share this review, your insights are always inspiring. Take all the time you need, you're not alone trying to best depression, so it feels good to go back to our happy place of Ooo ☺️

[@adamwischmeier3664]

Omg I could cry I'm so excited you are back!!!

[@jewsopp7018]

seeing this video pop up on my recommended made my day 10x better

[@memecharis]

I really appreciate you still posting this

[@unclejoe9660]

great review, can't wait for pt 2! definitely brings up a lot of talking points and ideas that I hadn't thought about before, and it always makes me happy to expand my brain's knowledge of Adventure Time lol. really sorry to hear how hard things have been lately and I truly hope you find yourself in a better and happier place soon. and if you're reading this, I hope you have a wonderful day today

[@sideswipe0021]

One step at a time. Thx for this content man

[@BBBB100K]

No way I just started rewatching your videos over the past few days ,glad you are back

[@nthn.47]

i’m so happy to see that you’re back to making videos 😊 always looking forward to your reviews

[@MinorKey135]

I always love watching your analysis videos man! They’ve helped me focus on something fun (especially in a dark time a couple years ago) and your insights are routinely great. Post however often you want when you can. I wish you well!

[@kevaughnmerrill6534]

Thanks for this great video man. I actually just watched the episode today and it hit hard. Take care of yourself, man. It's good to see you on here.

[@kikiohearts]

Good morning elk! Excited to listen to another of your videos in a long while at work! Glad to see a new video up.

[@keykylasofandros5501]

Your videos are great Elk, we all love you and your work and just hope you get well, take your time bud, whenever you're ready to make part 2 we'll still be here to watch it

[@tVt2000]

Hey man, it's great to see you again. it's just good to see someone that brings me happiness is still kicking it and take as much time as you need.

[@Kat-mh1ol]

I love your reviews so much dude, you never skimp on the details! Always a joy and a delight.

[@arigangan]

Thank you for the video Elk. It made me really happy. I hope you feel better. Miss you

[@prettyoriginalnameprettyor7506]

I just want to say THANKYOU! Thanks to a random video of yours popping up on my feed I rewatched the entire show for the first time in 8 years this July. It feels as if a piece of my precious childhood has been handed back to me. I love hearing you speak of this show and this episode was my favourite distant lands!

[@prettyoriginalnameprettyor7506]

Just finished the video, take all the time you need. I understand how you feel

[@DeekyDeluxe]

The other day I got real nostalgic for old KZbin channels that don’t exist anymore (e.g., PBS Idea Channel). There’s something sad and pleasant about YT and how you can grow such a close connection to a channel and then miss it years later. Your channel is really great. And while the affirmation of others isn’t really a catch all motivator for all that ails us, I want to say thank you for your content and work. It’s nice to hear someone else put to words the way AT makes me feel. Cheers mate.

[@opossauce]

your reviews have always brought so much light to my life. i get stupid excited every time you upload haha (actually mad at myself for being 5 days late for this one). thank you for helping me fall even deeper in love with this show with each video!!!!

[@SariD501]

I am so excited to see a new video from you. It's like Christmas came early. I really hope you are ok. I love your work and hearing the pure joy in your voice is so uplifting to all of us who deal with depression everyday. Thank you for everything and we all hope to hear from you soon.

[@harrisonholmes6748]

It's great to see your stuff again. You are one of... no... THE BEST! reviewer for animated content I've seen -- no exaggeration. I hope you feel better soon. Take your time.

[@ralseidagoat]

OMG Love to see you back! Love your content to death. Please don't feel bad about releasing the review in parts, take all of the time that you need.

[@PhillipCarterPearson]

Your video prompted me to go back and rewatch the episode... which I really enjoyed because I had forgotten about the show and why I love it. Such a rich and symbolic world. Anyways, thank you.

[@TheRBLX_Pro123]

We’re so happy to see you back!

[@Egg-Thor]

I'm glad to see you posted again and I'm sending you all the love! Hope your mental health gets better, and in the meantime take as much time as you need. I think your videos are some of the best on KZbin, so just know I'll always continue to come back for as long as your channel exists to enjoy your content :)

[@BeagleBueno]

Great video and it's great to see you again!! Watching Adventure Time and your videos really helped me to overcome depression. To talk about so many losses and hardships in the daily life really helped me to develop my feelings about the life I had and what I wanted. I hope you will find motivation to keep up with your life. After 5 years i'm still here and I'm glad you did a magnificent job here!!! (vai brasil 🇧🇷)