ASMR Gaming Whisper: Wandering in Skyrim - Part XV

It's been many months since we wandered Skyrim together, and now it's time to return! Join me for a brand new whispered wander into the subterranean depths of Blackreach, inhabited by the mysterious Dwemer in ages long past. This is the single most-requested location for a wander, so I hope you enjoy! This video contains mild spoilers if you've not played the Skyrim main quest.
Game: The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - Legendary Edition
Developer: Bethesda Game Studios
Released: November 2011
Availability: Steam [store.steampowe...]
---- What's ASMR, and why am I whispering? ----
I whisper in my videos because they're designed to trigger a sensation called ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response). ASMR is a very specific feeling that some people experience when they hear certain soft sounds, like whispering and tapping, or see certain visuals, like deliberate hand motions. It's often described as a pleasant tingling in the head and neck, accompanied by a sense of calmness and mild euphoria. Many people watch ASMR videos to help them relax or fall asleep. To learn more about ASMR, I recommend checking out asmruniversity..... Happy tingles!
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---- PC specs for nerds ----
Intel Core i7-4770K @ 4.4 GHz
Asus STRIX GeForce GTX 980 4GB @ 1.5/8.0 GHz
G.SKILL TridentX 16GB DDR3 @ 2400 MHz CL10-12-12-31
---- Featured Mods ----
This list includes the mods which are primarily responsible for the visuals in this particular video. Mods are listed in approximate order of appearance. If you have questions about a particular aspect of the video, or about a particular mod, feel free to ask in the comments!
Natural Lighting and Atmospherics 2.0 ENB by Confidence-Man
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Enhanced Lights and FX by anamorfus
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Skyrim HD - 2K Textures by NebuLa from AHBmods
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Vivid Landscapes - All in One by Hein84
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Ultimate HD Fire Effects by BuzzDee84
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Static Mesh Improvement Mod - SMIM by Brumbek
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Complete modlist forthcoming, thanks for your patience!

[@casualcrusader1547]

lowkey i think blackreach is my favorite dungeon. its so different from the other places in skyrim and frankly i think it is the most beautiful place in skyrim by far

[@Lifeofbass]

I loved this part of the game so much, it was such a surprise...

[@theASMRnerd]

+Aleksander Vedvik Yeah, same. It really does feel different from everywhere else, and I totally didn't expect it.

[@bearfrozenbones]

oh my god. your mods make this area so dreamy

[@Saiphenite]

This video holds up so well, The ambient music coupled with the whispering is a immediate knockout for me.

[@chunkywhippet9503]

This, and the episode where you wandered in and around bloated mans grotto are my favourite episodes of you excellent series. Blackreach is probably one of the most atmospheric and best looking areas in all of Skyrim. It's up there with Solitude, Whiterun and various little pockets of countryside(like bloated mans grotto). Good work man!

[@hypnos9356]

This is my personal favorite video of yours! I love the underground setting of Blackreach with it’s crazy bioluminescent flora, and I love the discussion of Dwemer lore. Really good stuff through and through

[@theASMRnerd]

Perhaps it's time I returned to Blackreach for another wander!

[@hypnos9356]

Wherever the road may take you, my friend!

[@sephidos]

Omg! you're back with asmr videos. thank you, I'm having a rough month. I'll spare you the details, but your videos always calm me. you're the best.

[@theASMRnerd]

+sephidos Sorry to hear about the rough month, but I'm really glad the video helped you out :)

[@mrticklechops]

I really really love this series so much! I'm so happy you did another episode!

[@theASMRnerd]

+Vintagegirlzation I love it too, and I'm happy to be back to it :)

[@soppanaamas]

Your whispering combined with the ambient sounds of Skyrim is just what I need to relax. Thank you so much! Subscribed!

[@vnr_96]

You know what they say: Once you go Black-Reach you'll never go ba...I'm just kidding, I loved this, the atmosphere was incredible, thanks Nick good to have you upload again buddy!

[@theASMRnerd]

+Вячеслав «Slavik» Рибчук Haha I'd say it's my pleasure, as always, but...given your comment, that might have the wrong connotation. Glad to be uploading again :)

[@mattster1127]

This guy's vocabulary is extraordinary. If this dude doesn't have a wife, i'd be disappointed cause he should be getting women just blowing up his phone being like "Write me a poem babe" then he replies "Roses are red, violets are blue, i got better shit to do than talk to you" then puts up another amazing video like this one lmao

[@theASMRnerd]

This is gold.

[@mattster1127]

Thank you for your vids simple as that. :D

[@douglasgaunt537]

its not particularly extraordinary. raise your standards for yourself.

[@niko8882]

Amazing thats a good comment haha

[@kingjeffry6125]

douglas gaunt but it is though, unless you do not live in the United States.

[@Nativgod]

I love how you enable me to relive my ventures through Skyrim and enjoy the beauty but in a more relaxed manner. Thank you.

[@louloup9907]

The narration, the filming, everything is just so fascinating, immersive and relaxing

[@theASMRnerd]

Thank you! I really enjoy making this series.

[@tombtdrmm]

I know you are so busy. thanks so much for taking the time to do another great video. this series is my absolute favorite.

[@theASMRnerd]

+tombrdr1 Thanks for your understanding! Glad I could get another Skyrim wander up, it's been too long.

[@landopl]

Blackreach is literally my favorite area in the entire game. It is so beautiful. And as always, nicely done man!

[@Shaftell]

Omg! It's been so long. Got super happy seeing the notification on my phone!

[@theASMRnerd]

+Shaftell I know right? It's been 1.5 months since my last real ASMR vid, which is bonkers. Glad to be uploading again :)

[@Shaftell]

+theASMRnerd I'm gonna savor this video. The huge gaps in between of uploading Skyrim wanders takes a toll on me. :p

[@BootsofBlindingSpeed]

+theASMRnerd Once you feel nothing more can be done with your Skyrim series I would strongly recommend doing the same with Morrowind. I know it's older but some of the graphical rework mods are quite impressive.

[@TheBeatlesToday]

Yayyyyy a new video! I hope school and everything has been going well - glad to have you back on the interwebz (with my favorite series, no less!)

[@theASMRnerd]

+TheBeatlesToday Thanks! Glad to be back :). Things have been crazy but are starting to settle down, and school is going well so far :)

[@kelpnougatcrunch9430]

*cries tears of ever-loving joy* yesssssssssssssssss finally after all these years its herrrrrrrree. T-T Thank you man like seriously , thank you *sobs* I remember requesting this about 11 months ago. And may i add it looks absolutely stunning

[@theASMRnerd]

+ZachYourSupremeOverlord Haha glad you like it man! You're right, people have been requesting a Blackreach wander for literally years, you among them. The original plan was to connect all my wanders by having each start where the last ended, and I was planning to eventually wander all the way to Blackreach. That was taking way too long though, and I felt that trying to connect them all was really just restricting what I could do. So I said screw it, I'll just do them where I feel like :)

[@kcirish]

I love your journeys through Skyrim. Im so happy you have returned

[@theASMRnerd]

+kcirish Me too! It's been too long :)

[@ethanrubinacci9342]

I've had trouble experiencing ASMR lately, but wow... the feels and the tingles I get from this are crazy.

[@Ajek47]

So thankful for this channel, these wandering videos are beautiful

[@MrLores111]

The best ASMR Skyrim Wandering so far, because I love Blackreach :D

[@Nicherie]

I used to love wandering around Blackreach. Very relaxing! Thank you 😊

[@theASMRnerd]

+Elysium whispers It's a pretty confusing place to wander around, but I love just getting lost in there. Glad you found it relaxing, thanks for watching!

[@Patafisique]

i really don't care for let's play videos, but a new asmrnerd video is always worth watching :D

[@enchantedmango7411]

hey, Nick! just have to say, you're one my favorite nerds on KZbin! i absolutely love your passion for lore and art. your voice always helps me relax. ^^ by the way, have you thought about playing Life is Strange? it's a really mellow game with an intriguing story and beautiful visuals. you might enjoy it. =)

[@theASMRnerd]

+Mango Thanks for the kind words! I hadn't considered Life Is Strange, but I'll give it a look :)

[@spyrochrisgaming]

I sometimes now slowly explore areas in Skyrim that I have never seen before, mostly because of these videos. Thanks. Also, you should really give Requiem - The Role-playing Overhaul a try. It's probably the best mod overhaul right now.

[@romanth2]

Awesome as always! I love this series, keep up the great work.

[@theASMRnerd]

+romanth2 Thanks mate :D

[@warmredwater]

These are the best ASMR vids on KZbin.

[@theASMRnerd]

+warmredwater High praise, thank you!

[@maevenoor7980]

I love this cave wandering. So ethereal, mystical and a little spooky ... I wish there was more ... 💕😏

[@theASMRnerd]

Perhaps it's time I did another wander in a cave :D

[@maevenoor7980]

theASMRnerd Yessssss 😁😁😁 🙌🎉🎊🎆😘

[@wilfredohernandezjr1205]

Wonderful to have you back Nerd. :) I hope it was a great vacation and work trip!

[@theASMRnerd]

+Wilfredo Hernandez Thanks man! The vacation and work trip were earlier in the summer, this absence was due to a move to a new city for school :). But I'm all settled in now, so the videos shall flow.

[@CyrusSC2]

This was utterly brilliant. Thank you for your efforts

[@Jc-cv2ug]

i had to revisit this video because the dark setting os extremely relaxing. thank you once again for making such great videos

[@theASMRnerd]

You're really welcome, glad you enjoy it so much!

[@luzasmr]

I love this video ♥

[@theASMRnerd]

+♥ Luz ASMR ♥ Thank you! Really glad you enjoyed it :)

[@hammers7657]

What perfect timing, i just came home from school and i just dislocated my shoulder in my last class which is wrestling, I'm sitting watching the walking dead when a notification pops up saying asmrnerd just uploaded, perfect timing man

[@hammers7657]

Also liked video👍

[@theASMRnerd]

+Lancehammers gaming Haha glad I could deliver at just the right moment. And glad you enjoyed the vid!

[@jacobousley8844]

I was watching a asmr video and I decided to check if you uploaded (I have been checking daily) and when I saw it I got so happy! thanks for this!!!

[@theASMRnerd]

+Jacob Ousley You're welcome! And checking daily? That's dedication! Glad it finally paid off :)

[@jacobousley8844]

+theASMRnerd you are the best

[@diogocastro1023]

dude keep doing this series i love it

[@theASMRnerd]

+Diogo Castro Thanks man! Definitely more of this to come.

[@MrGrungeboy97]

Earned yourself another grateful subscriber, keep up the good work man loving it! :)

[@theASMRnerd]

+MrGrungeboy97 Thanks man, I appreciate it! Enjoy the channel :)

[@TrueNookaKing]

I'm very happy to see your return, and it being a skyrim return, hope all is well.

[@theASMRnerd]

+Jonathan Irizarry Glad to be back at it! Things are starting to settle down now so I'll be back to regular uploads :)

[@ashleynnnicole]

yesss!! a new video! and of one of my favourite areas in skyrim. great way to end a rough day (:

[@theASMRnerd]

+grb Glad it brightened your day a little :)

[@elenorcorano5014]

Does that mean, we'll get wanderings more often from now on? Pleeeeeeease! Please! Please!

[@theASMRnerd]

+Elenor Corano More often, yes :). I promise it'll be more than one every six months XD.

[@teron281]

+theASMRnerd can you make them a bit more lore based (this one was good) :)

[@ghostpig978]

+theASMRnerd amen

[@thevioletlightning0139]

+theASMRnerd you should visit the statue of Azura at some point in your wanders. Azura has always been one of my favorite Daedric Princes, and the giant statue of her is magnificent. i've also always loved the iceberg fields of the Sea of Ghosts. they may be void of plant life for the most part, but there are many fascinating ruins among the icebergs.

[@rose-dz4ds]

+TheVioletLightning 013 love them aswell

[@SabrinaJL4]

I just love these videos. Skyrim is the best game ever. I already wanna live there when I play it and watching your videos with those fantastic mods makes me sad it's not real. Lol

[@theASMRnerd]

+SabrinaJL4 I know that feel, I would happily move to Skyrim and spend the rest of my days there.

[@Maratonias]

Love this series/idea, I just started playing skyrim again recently :D

[@theASMRnerd]

+Maratonias I hope you enjoy the rest of the series! If there's a particular area you'd like to see a wander in, let me know and I'll see about doing it for a future episode. And have fun with your new playthrough :)

[@Maratonias]

I'm sure I will :) At the moment, I don't even know which areas you already covered in your videos since I just found your channel a few days ago :D but when I've seen all of them, I'll tell you what I would like to see if I can find something :) Thanks, I'll definitely have fun with the new playthrough :)

[@Caved_Johnson]

Oh, I remember those Dwemmer ruins, this place was beautiful. Nice pick mate :)

[@theASMRnerd]

+Caved Johnson loves ASMR Thanks man! Yeah they're pretty awesome ruins, and extensive. That place feels like it goes forever.

[@profcunningfox8198]

Been waiting for a new video for a while :D thanks! Keep up the great work!

[@theASMRnerd]

+ScoutingGinger It's been about 1.5 months since my last proper ASMR upload, which is crazy. I don't like to go so long between uploads, but sometimes life has other plans for me. So I'm very happy to be getting back to making vids :)

[@profcunningfox8198]

Nice! I look forwards to some more videos :)

[@Mets311grl]

I got way too excited when I saw you posted a video 😃👏🏼👍🏼.

[@theASMRnerd]

+Mets311grl Haha the irony being that the video is intended to relax XD. Glad you're excited for it though :)

[@melynmihoci2938]

I'm sure you're quite busy with ESO and other things, but oh my goodness do we need more of these videos. Some of my all time favorite ASMR tingles from this series. Hope to see more of them! :)

[@theASMRnerd]

+Melyn Mihoci Thank you, really glad you've been enjoying them! These are some of my favourites to make, and I absolutely plan to do more once the semester is over :)

[@melynmihoci2938]

+theASMRnerd Yay! I can't wait. I honestly forget that I'm not *in* Skyrim while I'm listening to these videos. Wonderful immersion ^-^

[@thevioletlightning0139]

my favorite locations in this game are the iceberg fields of the Sea of Ghosts, the statue of Azura in the mountains around Winterhold, the volcanic hot springs below Windhelm, the city of Solitude, and then this place, Blackreach. i also enjoy the lost vale you discover in the Dawngaurd dlc, the one where you discover the temple of Auriel, it's a very beautiful location.

[@KittyCatHugzASMR]

sooo many tingles within the first 30 seconds

[@theASMRnerd]

+KittyCat ASMR Awesome, glad you found it tingly :3

[@bheeseciscuit6334]

have you ever considered doing ASMR for Oblivion as well? I would love to see what enchanting secrets Cyrodiil has to offer

[@theASMRnerd]

Yes, I certainly have! I just need to take the time to mod my Oblivion properly, which is a bit of an undertaking. What I may do is check out Beyond Skyrim: Bruma when it releases next month :)

[@Welkdad]

Love Blackreach. I remember hearing about it months after the game released and just had to explore. Spent 2-3 hours down there.

[@helioseternal2537]

The graphics you have on your P.C are amazing it shines when your in the silent city in my opinion great vid.

[@theASMRnerd]

Thanks, glad you like them! I work hard to make the graphics as pretty as possible :)

[@angelaaitken5103]

you're a great narrator. you're like the David Attenborough of skyrim. not sure if you know of him as he's British but that's a compliment to your narrative skills.

[@theASMRnerd]

+Angela Aitken Haha thanks! I definitely know Sir Attenborough, he's a legend, and I appreciate the compliment :). Next time I'll put on a British accent and go on in detail about the mating rituals of chaurus.

[@MrStapleLeaf]

God, this is the most gorgeous place in skyrim!

[@soundwave2906]

Amazing, as always! If you're taking requests for zones in which to wander in, may I suggest around and in Falkreath? I know you've been close to it in one video but it would be nice if you went all around, and then into the town :)

[@StinkyGreenBud]

Was wondering if you'd ever do Blackreach! So happy now.

[@somegoodish]

this playlist is great i hope you add to it soon!

[@theASMRnerd]

There's always more Skyrim to come :)

[@TheASMRGamer]

Been a long time coming, but worth the wait ;P

[@theASMRnerd]

+The ASMR Gamer Haha yes, like many months later than intended. Still, here it is, and I'm glad you think it lives up to expectations :)

[@thorstenvind1480]

+theASMRnerd hello again. 17 vids is not enough for us sir. We may need another one soon. 😊

[@funkym0nkee77]

I got giddy when I saw this had been uploaded

[@theASMRnerd]

+Aaron Jones Haha glad you're excited about it, I'm excited to be back!

[@ratedasmr7811]

I've been addicted to skyrim lately.

[@WinterFreSh00]

+RatedASMR during last november - this april i don't remember what was i doing in life, i was in skyrim

[@Kyfas7]

Omg Blackreach finally. *.* Thank you!

[@theASMRnerd]

+Kyfas7 About darn time, eh? You're very welcome :)

[@nightstalker9676]

who knew that Skyrim would possess a relaxing part of it after killing everything, also Vulthuryol is a weird dragon, one of the ancient dragons

[@masaku88]

omg yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaas! thank you so much! ive missed the wanders. i hope you are doing well. : )

[@theASMRnerd]

+masaku88 I'm doing great, thanks! Settled in at the new place, and started my masters. Things are busy, but good :)

[@masaku88]

Great to hear you doing well : )

[@lumethecrow2632]

I'm getting the Skyrim equivalent of Vietnam War flasbacks from this

[@adampaul6974]

Finally! Great video yet again. You could describe a dog turd and I'd find it relaxing!

[@theASMRnerd]

+Adam Paul Next video confirmed, dog turd ASMR!

[@SquidMeat15]

ASMR and skyrim?!this is grand

[@javelin4641]

You're back! 😊😊😊

[@theASMRnerd]

+John Williams Back and packing videos :D

[@ballsofsteele8606]

I don't know why, but this makes me think you'd be an awesome tour guide.

[@theASMRnerd]

+Xavier Thompson Except my tours would all end up asleep :P

[@ExoticFireGirl]

It's funny I was thinking the same knowledgeable and relaxing

[@Cultureghost]

I love how as hes describing the chaurus its walking on the spot and glitching.

[@theASMRnerd]

+Cultureghost Haha yeah that bugged me while filming, but there wasn't much I could do about it. Gotta love that Bethesda jank though, there are always rough edges.

[@Cultureghost]

***** such a massive game is prone to such things. Macro over micro. Excellent video regardless.

[@brittbrann5797]

Great video! Very relaxing. Is anyone else hoping that Bethesda will create a game during the time of the Dwemer?

[@theASMRnerd]

That would be pretty awesome, they've always been such a mysterious and enigmatic race.

[@calmguru1274]

Hey ASMRnerd, have you ever thought about doing a let's play of Skyrim? I'd love to see a lore heavy playthrough with the beautiful set of mods you have.

[@theASMRnerd]

I've thought about it, but I think I'm going to stick to wanders like this for the time being. They allow me to be selective about where I go, and keep the action to a minimum. A full let's play is a much bigger commitment, and I've already got more videos planned than I have time to record xD.

[@calmguru1274]

True enough, thanks for the reply mate.

[@skdruler]

If im not mistaken, i believe this is where you find your elder scroll in the main quest line. if it is i remember doing the puzzle to get the scroll and i just was doing random things then opened it haha

[@theASMRnerd]

+Vinny H Right you are. And same, I could not figure that puzzle out and just randomly mashed buttons until the scroll popped out XD

[@carson_hielscher]

Yes!!! A new video! Thanks! :D

[@theASMRnerd]

+carson hielscher You're really welcome :D

[@lovelybydecay7811]

I play exactly zero video games, but these videos are amazing

[@ospe0301]

Yay, love these

[@martinramirez6050]

still my favorite place in all of skyrim

[@robbiedolan340]

These are great.

[@vaguerealms366]

I love your videos man! Keep up the good work! I also subbed to you too!

[@whichwayistheocean]

Your actually so talented

[@saintsierra5124]

I demand more dammit! Great video! Keep it up:)

[@theASMRnerd]

+IISIERRAII More forthcoming, although not Skyrim right away. Lots of videos planned though, and I've even got another one ready to go already :)

[@Dominicus23]

was this scripted it sounded really well thought out

[@theASMRnerd]

+Domenic Volpe Thanks! It's not scripted, I improvise the narration. But to make it manageable I usually break the video up into shorter scenes and then I might do a few takes of each scene until I get something I like. Sometimes the first take is good and I use it, but other times it requires a couple of iterations to get it right.

[@Dominicus23]

***** oh man it was so well done I could've sworn you had this all written out

[@Dominicus23]

***** tbh it felt like an informative history lecture because I never played skyrim. It was really interesting to

[@theASMRnerd]

+Domenic Volpe Glad to hear it, thanks man! The lore in the Elder Scrolls games is very rich, lots to draw from :)

[@jimbobmcmuffin4549]

+Domenic Volpe I hope you get a chance to play the game for yourself

[@user-yb7hm8rq3d]

this place is amazing :')

[@Wickedeh17GE]

Great vid...thanks!

[@theASMRnerd]

+Wickedeh17GE You're welcome :D

[@blake1801]

big fan man! Also i am finally getting a next gen console, which one do you like more PS4 or Xbox1?

[@boy_stinky]

Get a pc and transcend, my child

[@blake1801]

lol i just want a console for certain games

[@boy_stinky]

To be fair to you, I still want a console for some reason... first world problems...

[@theASMRnerd]

+Blake Dykstra PS4 is the more powerful of the two, but that doesn't matter so much in the long run. I think the important question is: which one has the exclusives that you most want to play? For me, that's PS4, but you might feel differently. Gaming PC is always an option too :D

[@tani.mau2]

Amazing. Thanks for this.

[@theASMRnerd]

No problemo, glad you like it!

[@JaponkaSun]

fantastic... thank you

[@wildbill9863]

I love the Skyrim night time recordings Or in this case Underground

[@NinjamonkeyCG1]

This would be so cool in VR form

[@Ruxel_Nova]

I just watched all of these... it's 5 am now

[@adamdelvalle7507]

Can you please do another unbox whisper vid, keep up the great work!.

[@theASMRnerd]

+Adam DelValle Hmm, I'm sure I'll do one at some point, but I don't have anything planned at the moment.

[@adamdelvalle7507]

+theASMRnerd okay cool I subscribed so I'll get the notification when time permits you to make one. Thanks for the vids and responding.

[@Jrodgamer1]

Hey I was wondering could we maybe get some elder scrolls online wandering? its a beautiful game and a lot of places to explore I think it would be great series! :)

[@rayluna2864]

this looks so much better then skyrim on 360... Im sad I cant play this..

[@ChaosMonky]

Just wondering, for these skrim wandering episodes, do you find a path to follow and write down a vague script? or just go on a journey and improvise? Obviously the lore is researched but I mean just like the wolves or falmer you come across, is that planned?

[@kelpnougatcrunch9430]

for halloween you should wander through castle volkihar

[@theASMRnerd]

+ZachYourSupremeOverlord That's actually a pretty rad idea. I had another idea too, we'll see how it goes :)

[@jessiek017]

Volkihar would be fabulous for Halloween. All that blood and coffins. Very macabre!

[@kelpnougatcrunch9430]

Jessica Kowalewski yes , I usually find it more relaxing when he wanders in caves, towns, etc instead of out in the open lands.

[@hiddenpeace8155]

right on

[@xXPoddyXxTM]

Oh...the Blackreach is fantastic =.=

[@BanditoBurrito]

Yay new video

[@theASMRnerd]

+Bandit About time eh?

[@ratedasmr7811]

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[@BanditoBurrito]

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[@theASMRnerd]

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[@LernestW]

how do you prevent confrontations? PC commands?

[@theASMRnerd]

+Luke Weller Yes, using the console command "tdetect" to toggle off detection of the player character.

[@DaRkPlUm]

26:45 Falmer Breathing gonna give me nightmares now D:

[@theASMRnerd]

+Jake Plummer Haha raspy breathing right in your ear...those guys must all smoke 3 packs a day or something.

[@papysson]

I'm french... thank you to teach me more about english !