Behind the Scenes: How It Began | Dimension 20: The Ravening War

[@dimension20show]

Cannot express enough what a gracious, kind person Matthew Mercer is. And what a ruthless, bloodthirsty GM he is this season. 😉

[@ExHavic]

Not only is Matt awesome. But we get to see Brendon break Matt. Cant wait

[@pipzedog]

Please try anyway

[@jumanjiman86]

@@ExHavic *brendon* wee malligon

[@philliptivis3082]

In my head, I picture Brennan saying this to the camera with just the tip of a gun in frame.. followed by Mercer's off camera voice: "Good...now dance! Dance for my amusement!"

[@liveadhdtv]

Can i have the lore doc you gave matt?

[@jackwriter1908]

Aftee Brennan did _Calamity_ Matt needed to come over to _Dimension 20_ to ensure everyone is aware, that he can traumatise you just as well as Brennan can. Especially when Brennan himself is going to play. It's about time I get myself some drop outs.

[@betteryou7hanme]

I'm just excited to see Brennan get a chance to play.

[@AriesZero]

After* But don't edit or you'll lose your heart

[@jackwriter1908]

@@AriesZero damn... Thanks, yeah I know... made that mistake before, can understand why they made it, but it still sucks

[@ephy9590]

Brennan being impressed by Matt's hard work is so wholesome. The respect they have for each other is shared by many.

[@anevilscientist]

This Matt guy is going to get SO popular from doing this.

[@PokeJoshNY]

I hope he finds some success in the TTRPG space from this

[@anevilscientist]

@Mr. Dad wishing the best for him, of course

[@darklorddysart]

Maybe one day someone will give him his own show

[@52392daner]

Brennen's a really nice guy to let an amateur like him take the reins like this.

[@anevilscientist]

@@52392daner I'm sure it'll be good, Brennan seems like a good judge of character.

[@cassandramuller7337]

This BTS is just Matt and Brennan going "You are amazing" "No YOU are amazing" "No you!" It's really wholesome but I mean... they're both right 😄

[@MelDSnow]

Knowing that Matt has done extensive research using Brennan's notes makes me very *very* hopeful. These episodes are going to be so incredible; I CAN'T WAIT

[@LishB1011]

I would've loved to see Emily at Matt's table, but I'm very excited to see this team of PCs, especially with Aabria and Brennan

[@musculusmouse]

i feel like zach is gonna bring the weirdness on emilys behalf. hes a sleeper agent of chaos.

[@youthactionpact]

Right? Hopefully she surprise cameos and episode just to wreak havok.

[@jodinsan]

This might be the first time that Aabria and Brennan have been in the same game as players. I cannot _wait_ to see what shenanigans these experienced DM's try to pull on Matt.

[@gouda.goblin4056]

Zach and Emily are my fav, Emily is complete chaos and I loved her little red persona in Neverafter.😂

[@TheFashionablyDepressedBard]

@@jodinsan Brennan and Aabria also played together some time ago in a mini series that Jasmine Bhullar gm'ed. I think it was on dnd beyonds youtube channel. Anyway it was really good, I enjoyed it a lot.

[@D.Jay.]

Says it's behind the scenes, but doesn't show Matt's personal hair straightener that stays crouched under the table during filming. Edit: *OH SNAP I WAS WRONG **2:16*

[@billbinc6418]

Finally she's gets the credit she deserves after so many years at the table!

[@ziwuri]

*_you fool_*

[@peapots2619]

Do you know how hard i would sob if someone asked me to explain absolutely every single little tiny detail of my d&d world I gotta agree that matt’s the coolest person ever for that

[@FigurativeCritter]

Acoc was the show that made me decide to get dropout so I'm very excited for this season, especially with Matt, as well as this lineup of players!

[@majorzipf8947]

SAME. I’m so looking forward to this adventure

[@gouda.goblin4056]

After watching the first episode, I can confidently say this is going to be one of the best campaigns of all time. What a legend! "Maybe, perhaps, you can slam it down a big style?"😂💀

[@phroexx]

I YEARN for that lore doc

[@EsquilaxM]

been meaning to get dropout again all year...Now I know I will, and soon. They look so excited!

[@3ndlessL00p]

Can't wait for part two midway through the season "Behind the scenes: How it's going"

[@xorbeas3960]

I would pay good money to get a copy of that lore document Matt got

[@GreatGoatRebellion]

Okay this is the most excited I've been for pretty much anything since EXU Calamity, but the one thing I need to talk about right now is LOU'S MUSHROOM SHIRT???? CUTEST THING IN THE WORLD

[@lucyarisato6850]

So, so excited to share my dropout login with people for this, because last time I did they all actually just purchased it themselves. Thank you, Dropout, for being cool with me doing that.

[@spicewitch9115]

Frrr

[@feelingweller]

Currently binging all of Crown of Candy to then listen to the Ravening War properly

[@hereticalhimbo]

the chaos that is aabria Brennen and Matt all at the same table has got me

[@BenDeHart]

I'm more excited about this dropping than literally any other tv show out there

[@majorzipf8947]

Preach!

[@Law-of-EnTropy]

Brennan saying "Deep cut" immediately reminded me of "Uncut gems"

[@Odowla]

Can't wait to see Mercer break some candy hearts!

[@ASB-is-AOK]

: Penny Luckstone has entered the chat :

[@painappledad1352]

Love seeing my favorite people getting together 💛

[@DeathsPit00]

Brennan's first word of his CR Calamity Campaign was Fire, so Matt shot back at him by making his Water and now I'll be disappointed if this trend doesn't continue into the next guest GM spots they do for each other. lol

[@jdjack519]

...release the episode faster!!! Today's the day! Just give it to me! No, but really, this is amazing and I'm so excited. I'm approaching the finish-line for finals in school and the premiere is my treat for wrapping things up. I know this is gonna be a good side-quest. I hope it brought the cast and crew as much joy as it will surely bring the fans. So let's GOOOOO!!!

[@TravelerFaal]

This matt guy seems really good at this, he should start his own show

[@tstymctst]

I am so stoked for this! I love the cast, and I can't wait to see the journey they take us on!

[@z-beeblebrox]

So how many backup characters did everyone need to make THIS time?

[@ephy9590]

Who's gonna make me cry more in this universe, Brennan or Matt? Excited to find out!

[@jodinsan]

I like to think that Matt was casually on the fence, like, "Yeah, sure maybe someday, it'll be fun." _until_ Brennan brought up "The Ravening War."

[@DimiKaye]

I'm so excited about this I can't even express it. I LOVED Calamity, I watched it twice, I think it should become a limited live action series and if it did, it will be a beast of a show. Seeing that Matt will do a short campaign for Dimension 20 and ESPECIALLY that Brennan will be a player, made me jump in excitement. I feel this will be fantastic.

[@Bestprincess1007]

My dropout subscription really paying off, let’s gooooo!!!!

[@FireBowProductions]

Team MAB (Matt, Aabria, Brennan) at the same table? Let the awesomeness commence.

[@tootrue3419]

I will be watching the MOMENT it airs. I’m so ready!

[@evenif7431]

Im so excited ive been watching ACOC since Neverafter ended and I love it soooo much and can totally see how Matt will be PERFECT for that world!

[@Lecheguy]

SAME HERE, gotta prepare for the drama PROPERLY

[@angrybagels]

I know this was probably filmed a while ago but thank you for continuing to wear masks!! ❤️🫶🏻 Stay safe and healthy cast and crew! So excited for this

[@blazemcking]

Came to dropout for starstruck, stayed for C.o.C and I cant waaait to see Matt mess yall up in return!

[@claytrimble4599]

Cannot express enough how much i want that lore doc

[@iamabread9614]

Can we just have a day when we can watch all of the Crown of Candy episodes just before the new season as a recap for free just for a day. In many circumstances I can't afford to pay for Dropout. Love D20, and Love everyone.

[@52392daner]

I'm getting the shakes not seeing the first episode on dropout yet :P Seriously though, I'm really looking forward to it!

[@Liatriss]

All Star Cast! This season is going to be a ride

[@seanfraser3125]

This Matt guy makes for a good DM. He should do it more often

[@Sileonex123]

I've been waiting for this since the reveal trailer months ago...

[@harley4683]

Crazy how big these productions are

[@AtarisTheStampede]

And the last thing we need is Brennan at the CR table as a player and everything will be perfect.

[@colinkeane7539]

That would be terrible. There's no way that should happen

[@terradon852]

That already happened, elden ring one shot. It’s just ok cuz it’s mostly guests and an advertisment basically but there’s some funny moments still.

[@esobelisk3110]

@@colinkeane7539 why are you here

[@colinkeane7539]

@Es Obelisk I was being sarcastic in the same vain of the original comment

[@LukeOr98]

Right... So they really want my dropout subscrption... They might be onto something here

[@dimension20show]

There's a 3 day free trial...and then it's just 6 bucks a month...not a bad deal

[@somegirljess]

Omg yes! So in this video 3:55 is exactly why we get the face in Yonder Were the Fruit Do Be Lyin' at 2:00:11 we got that face from Brennan 😂 I love it!

[@betteryou7hanme]

Im patiently waiting for the VLDL NPCD&D / CR / D20 crossover.

[@TimpanistMoth_AyKayEll]

I've been getting into those guys lately. Not quite hooked enough to be binging (well, the campaigns. the skits I absolutely did binge), but watching a compilation here and there. Good fun, and Robert is a _saintly_ DM.

[@betteryou7hanme]

@@TimpanistMoth_AyKayEll it's a really fun watch. Rob's desperate attempt at keeping the table on task is so relatable. 😂

[@mikrohamster]

It has begin!

[@isaacberger2561]

I’m just imagining it sounds like a barn with so many “GOATS” in the same room! LETS “GO-AT” BABY!!! 😂

[@danschmehl7824]

I was watching this thinking "man that sounds awesome can't wait til it's out..." Then realized IT'S OUT TODAY!

[@iceman10129]

RELEASE THE EPISODE!!!! I CANT WAIT ANY LONGER!@#@!#!@...AHHHHH

[@DwaynesWorld007]

Same I'm checking like every 20 minutes... lol

[@eric1393]

@@DwaynesWorld007 Episodes come out at 4pm PT, 7pm ET. So slightly more than 5 hours from now.

[@iceman10129]

@@eric1393 My entire day is mostly free and then I have a huge meeting from 4-6PM PST. Its like they know! (Insert every crying emoji)

[@Cross177]

@@iceman10129”That’s rough buddy.” ~Zuko

[@beceej5852]

What time on May 10th, I will sit and wait at my computer ALL DAY

[@tylerholliday8436]

Release the lore doc 🙏

[@conorclarke8427]

This looks so cool

[@PepperTheDeadly]

this is so wholesome omg i love

[@Anon-qp3kt]

This Matt guy should try DM-ing with BAFTA-winning voice actors. I think he would profit a lot

[@alexjeronymo8138]

Brennan snacking a bag of chips for half a second 3:38 and i´m like "Yeah, my boy snacks, do you have a problema with that?"

[@andrewtowne2484]

Table Sky daddy Brennen why hath you dawned upon us such a gracious and miraculous tease on us underserving peasants. We humbly cometh upon your grace to formally request a video now.

[@VivaLaDnDLogs]

Can't wait!

[@tylersmith8614]

With the D20 peeps putting together a lore doc for Matt, is there a chance we’ll see a crown of candy campaign setting book published in the future…?

[@gumpus5490]

Anyone know whose dice those are at 2:39 and 2:52? I'm in love lol

[@mitchellsigalas6013]

So excited. It was critical role that got me into D&D around 5 years ago and then I fell in love with D20. To see Matt play with some absolutely amazing players like Brennan Zach and Lou from the core cast is honestly a dream table. Particularly after bloodkeep were his comedy was impeccable. Also aside regardless of how this turns out Matt seems so kind and geniune giving Brennan a chance to play in his world is such a sweet idea!❤

[@criticallol3039]

One day, one day Matt will DM Emily

[@FigurativeCritter]

My greatest wish is for Emily Axford and Laura Bailey to play at a table together, gods help the poor soul who DMs that game

[@twoZornottwoZ]

@@FigurativeCritter same

[@Starsaber222]

@@FigurativeCritter Have Sam DM them.

[@cjrobinson210]

RELEASE THE LORE DOC!

[@Quotenwagnerianer]

When was this shot? I ask because I also work in a professional entertainment field and here no one wears any masks or face shield any longer. The last restrictions were phased out back in February, and those were daily tests.

[@shoylerk9973]

Lou's gonna need some real therapy after coming back to Comida 😅

[@saucedbutleaking6558]

I just hope there's at least one scene with Amethar in a field being a war guy

[@TheZenBullet]

​@@saucedbutleaking6558 and just passing and shooting

[@SquirefromtheShire]

WHERE’S THE DAMN EPISODE?!?! IVE BEEN HITTING REFRESH ON DROPOUT ALL MORNING

[@ziwuri]

brodie you need to chill, kinda just in general

[@sillysongs19]

i am beyond hyped for this!

[@Questfinder1]

I love that they are still masking up in groups. They are still watching out for everyone around them..

[@mattd7695]

We need dimension 20 lore books stat

[@matthewschultz1916]

Is anyone else noticing that the dome isnt actually a dome anymore?

[@erikaiverson4122]

It’s a post Covid thing- they need to have more space for cameras etc. and still have some attempt at social distancing. Plus now they’re doing these cool projections on the new walls!

[@operative2136]

Obviously I'm excited to see Matt DM for Brennan, but I'm actually even more curious to see Zac and Lou play at Matt's table. I don't think Matt has DM'd for either of them before so far as I know.

[@MacShapow]

When did he DM the rest?

[@FigurativeCritter]

​@@MacShapow Brennan, Anjahli, and Aabria have all been in CR one shots run by Matt, and Aabria has been guesting in the main CR campaign recently!

[@ThomasUfnalCrowlake]

I think the only Intrepid Hero Matt GMd for is Ally in Cinderbrush.

[@ParticleZon]

He’s GMed for Brennan before, but I’m not sure he qualifies as an Intrepid Hero. But that was worth the watch just to see Krystina and Brennan (and eventually Sam and Marisha) torment Alex Ward. And the best moment was Brennan’s huge Yes-And on the Horse Stacking! I died.

[@videogames9421]

Big hype!

[@benjiammin]

I'd still like to see the most Chaotic players of CR and D20 come together and just torment Matt and/or Brennan

[@GrandiaKnight]

What a good looking bunch of nerds!

[@DefHalan]

Why does this make me feel like the area of high quality actual plays is shrinking?

[@clownboy84]

A little bummed he doesn't have to deal with Emily. Excited for it all the same.

[@noahalexis3100]

I am not ready for this.

[@hillmidget1326]

I thaight the first episode was out tonight or isnitnjust this video?

[@Squiddles17]

I feel like this is an amazing mashup of people but i'd love to see emily and laura at the same table. I feel like thats some chaotic energy

[@lastnamefirstname8655]

cool. thanks for the behind-the-scenes, d20!

[@fallenangel9953]

this would make a great book series

[@TheNinjaal]

Wondering if D20 will try out Cr's new systems? It's so cool when projects work together for the "love of the game". Can't wait for the new season!!!!!

[@vegemarkr4582]

not impossible. D20 switches their system up sometimes

[@DarkHarlequin]

It's not impossible I think. D20 was never a show fundamentally about D&D speciffically. Much more than CR themselves the D20 crew always used the rulset WAY outside its intended frame (i.e. Space heist, Magic NYC, Harry Potter spoof). So if they like it and they deepen the way the two groups are interwoven I wouldn't be surprised.

[@Ac3sH1gh]

I would read the crap out of that lite doc

[@juliataylor707]

My biggest question is..will this end up here so I can see it? I don't have Dropout and can't afford to add it..sigh..I'm hoping after some time as most things it'll end up here so I can actually see it?

[@hassanalhassen4937]

We don’t have dropout in the KSA are we going to ever have it or am I buying a vpn

[@liveadhdtv]

3:09 I NEED THAT LORE DOC. GIMME IT

[@JP91979]

cant wait to watch it, my friend and I are excited to see what goes on.

[@peterboueiri5034]

Hurry up and dub my AOT Matt!

[@markfrellips5633]

Is Matt going to influence Brennan to write a campaign and lore book?

[@bradynshenberger2940]

HEREEEEEE WEEEEEEE GO!

[@ianrivers7923]

Whatever happened to Dimension20 Animated?!?!?!?! It's been months since the last one!!!!

[@xakdaum]

so it IS RAvensberger

[@grumplo3321]

I'm so excited to watch this with my spouse tonight!

[@catandotter1237]

Who else thinks Dimension 20 should do a post-apocalyptic season?

[@jakeodoherty3611]

Are covid restrictions still a thing over wherever there based?

[@ravenna6543]

I'M WAITING!!!!! GIB NOW PLS

[@gunkbucket]

4 more hours.. i guess... it's going to be 1 am eugh!

[@primordial994]

shouldnt it be released today :( im waiting right now where is it im on drop out and i keep refreshing :(

[@norikwiese8900]

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