Critical Role's Matthew Mercer on saying goodbye, but not yet

[@seanrennie9216]

Not gonna lie, didn't see the date the video was published at first, read the title, misunderstood, had a severe panic attack

[@aisekrem3216]

Same XD

[@oguguaobidike9251]

Me too

[@lightorshadow7700]

yup

[@DariyusKabraji]

Me too

[@Clarebear0925]

Sameeee

[@Randomninja47]

Matt used cry. Critical hit. I begin to cry.

[@theanythingguytag3420]

The Dovahkiin is better

[@cosmixedsociety]

best comment ever...

[@enzime2223]

This was perfect I couldn't thumbs up it so I had to make a comment

[@b2theill785]

*waving white flag*...

[@Petch]

"I hope the day where I have to say goodbye for the last time is a ways off, and on my own terms. And... after telling some good stories." Well fuck, my heart. This is my new motto for the rest of my life.

[@TheJudgementofDog]

Matt's humility is infectious. His genuine love for life, the world, and humanity is what I aspire to have.

[@sokumotanaka9271]

TheJudgementofDog Agreed! this is also what I wish more people had

[@maximec.chagnon9894]

Like Gandhi said: "be the lawfull good you want to see in the world".

[@SaintGangle]

Solid words.

[@stravask9835]

You mean "GanD&D"

[@tahaabbas6616]

I would have liked the comment, but it already has 666 likes. So, good luck.

[@LoxagosSnake]

Matt is like, the Keanu Reeves of tabletop/video gaming.

[@dragenday]

With the hair to back it. Love them both

[@ceetee2001]

No, Keanu Reeves is the Matt Mercer of the movie industry!

[@madisonm.4535]

Why is that so true?

[@kiddondeck4862]

Facts

[@Inogat]

Matt is better though ngl

[@dungeonmasterblaster5600]

Matt is the kind of guy that makes you wanna go out and be a good person.

[@phoenixrising7736]

Yeah he is.

[@UsernamesAreHard44]

This was randomly recommended to me today, 2 years later. I'm not caught up on CR right now and I was terrified for a bit until I saw the date. Thanks for the mini heart attack but also an a great video.

[@aod.42091]

Same thing for me like I'm watching the second season or series whatever you want to call it if critical role and I saw this and was like Matthew Mercer saying goodbye what but this is two years old so nevermind

[@rachelmcquade8910]

Oh my god same! I was like "what? No!"

[@Hab868]

Jesus, same for me! I did start seeing twitter and questing all google for news xD

[@David-bx4xc]

THIS

[@SPACEHARICE]

Same here I'm only on campaign 2 episode 16

[@Rabid-Floof]

I want to be Matt Mercer when I grow up.

[@danielleisaacs6237]

This should be an entire fandom, and it would honestly be the best. Why am I crying? I'm just reading comments. You guys are so great!

[@thorsten8790]

@@danielleisaacs6237 no

[@Quotenwagnerianer]

Me too. My problem is, I am his age. ;)

[@fangsabre]

@@Quotenwagnerianer you're never done growing up

[@Bialzibub13]

I believe Matt would want you to strive to be better than him, he’s that kind of guy.

[@ldoc3988]

matt, wiping away a tear: goodbye's are always hard? marisha, cackling three rooms away: HAHAHAHHAHAHA

[@BasketOfPuppies]

You just know she's gonna be a wreck tonight though.

[@doogiehowser8187]

He's not wrong though..

[@keeganmorris8613]

Cris05 I think it was more of a satirical thing, but continue to be angry at everything, you're really funny to look at firm the sidelines.

[@DoanM]

Hehe had a good laugh because of this comment

[@CrisSelene]

RageMageD i think you and your nerd rage buddies are sucking something up from Marisha, her will to live. I would imagine Matt has learned to never read comments, but i wonder how would it be to stumble on comments like these about your soon to be wife on a video in which you just gushed about the community and put yourself in a vulnerable position by opening up emotionally. But hey, fuck empathy. D&d must be played the right way or else the world will implode.

[@Armaggedon185]

Matt actually made me cry. We're so lucky to have these guys doing this for us.

[@longjohnstpj]

Truth

[@datipadisdick2462]

Banzai Bot i just started watching this year. Im only on eposode 30. Im just starting to realize the roller coaster im on

[@SPACEHARICE]

Poor Sam his first DM was the KING of DMs nobody will compare

[@ryngymir]

He flowers for algernon-ed his dm

[@natanoj16]

Not really true. People have different DM styles. He isn't the Kig of DMs. He is a King of DMs. Some players work better with some DMs than others and Vice Versa.

[@xDMrGarrison]

@@natanoj16 I clicked on "View 2 replies", fully expecting this comment to be here. Good job.

[@phamtomK9]

By the time I started watching Critical Roll I had already been a DM for 25 years. I've had numerous games under my belt from various systems, some were great, some not so great, some memorable until the day I die. And I thought I pretty much knew all there was about being a DM. But watching Matt made me realize that there was still more I could do, more ways that I could step up my DM'ing game (so to speak) and bring my DM'ing to the next level (heh, another pun). Matt and the whole Critical Roll team has help me break out of a shell I didn't even know was there and I feel like all aspects of my DM'ing have improved, especially things like doing voices, facial expressions and body movements, things that I wasn't afraid to do before, but since watching that I've embraced in a massive bear hug and don't plan on letting go. Thank you so much Matt Mercer.

[@MsCybervamp]

Yeah I want to get a group together via Skype or google for a campaign, but how will I find a dm to live up to Matt? He made it impossible!

[@UltimateDrDoom]

MsCybervamp I think if you found a GM who shared an enthusiasm for the vision of a story you wanted to tell then you’d have a good start.

[@Dan-hr1uj]

You'll have fun with a DM as long as they put effort in. If you can tell they're really putting effort in to provide you with an enjoyable game and are open to feedback i've found i generally have a good time.

[@danielleisaacs6237]

We all need a Matt Mercer in our lives.

[@Logan_Baron]

I have played and mostly DMed for over 30 years. I can honestly say I am a pretty great DM. But Matt and CR have certainly upped my game. Still able to learn a lot from him. I accept I will never be as great as he is, but can still learn from him.

[@disasterjones5798]

Matt: starts crying Me, immediately: [ *laura voice* ] OOHHH BUDDY :CCCC

[@AndreS-jc7vs]

A story teller genius and an amazing DM Matthew is such an inspirational, good natured human being Loved the behind the scenes footage When he started crying I broke man, and I'am with you Matt a lot will happen before the final end To many many stories!!

[@skotosman]

If and when the world ends, the stories of Vox Machina will be told around camp fires.

[@hisnameislarkin703]

Jace remember it was the onions the onions got us all

[@AndreS-jc7vs]

Q Larkin how could I forget... Of course it was the onions Everyone ignore my comment please

[@peterselie4185]

Inspired by this interview, I've let the wizard in my game's party discover a new spell during tonight's session.... Mercer's Mourning 1st-level enchantment Casting Time: 1 action Range: 30 feet Components: V, S, M (A feather of a Grey Owl that is waved in the air) Duration: 1 minute A creature of your choice that you can see within range is overcome with grief and falls into a weeping fit if this spell affects it. The target must succeed on a Wisdom saving throw or fall prone, becoming incapacitated and unable to stand up for the duration. A creature with an Intelligence score of 4 or less isn’t affected. At the end of each of its turns, and each time it takes damage, the target can make another Wisdom saving throw. On a success, the spell ends.

[@Barnicalsify]

I feel like this would be a third level spell, easy. But awesome.

[@danielleisaacs6237]

I feel like the level of this spell would be easily OVER 9000!!!!! Sorry, I'm sorry. I couldn't help myself.

[@TimeLordessKyra]

To be fair it's a homebrew version of Tasha's Hideous Laughter so the way it works makes it okay as a 1st lvl spell

[@tardwrangler]

Yikes

[@samuelancer6649]

Ooof give it concentration or else you're gonna get entire encounters wrecked

[@nauna_218]

This guy has a true heart, you can just tell he's one of the good guys.

[@ReinoudvanReekumナウト]

I know Matt has a talent for empathy, but I never expected him to be such a sensitive guy.

[@sarahwithanh9758]

Empathy is the ability to understand and share in other people’s emotions. Not being overly emotional...

[@alantejohnson4927]

The Man, The Myth, Matthew Mercer. i've sunk countless hours in your creation and i don't regret a single second of it. Honestly just thank you for everything.

[@Emo_Squirtle]

The hugest thank you to Matt, Marisha, Talesin, Orion, Sam, Travis, Laura, Ashley, Liam, and everyone who has worked to bring Critical Role to my screen. The campaign has inspired me as a storyteller, a player, and a person.

[@mactire2702]

Alex Tamburro that's what it's all about yo

[@mysticsmoothie530]

i read it as, inspired to be a person lol

[@h.s.6269]

@@mysticsmoothie530 inspired as a person, not to be a person.

[@mysticsmoothie530]

H. S. Thanks mom...

[@Mephiston]

Everyone except Orion on that list. Dude is a piece of garbage.

[@Waterflame]

I was doing fine until Matt started to cry... Then, for some reason, my room got all blurry...

[@8unnyphuphu]

my roommates were cutting onions, i wasn't crying!

[@straypaws6339]

AH i'm glad it wasn't just me!

[@90luka0307]

damn ninjas

[@austinborst7920]

I never cry... and yet

[@jpac73]

I just got to that part and it broke my heart

[@JackDespero]

When Matt started crying I felt the primal urge to hug him. He is the sweetest piece of cake and deserves all the cuddles in the world.

[@rextyrrano5183]

Seeing Matt talk so passionate about d&d makes me long for the day that i can find a group of people to start my first campaign with.

[@OrangePukeko]

Did you find it yet?

[@rextyrrano5183]

@@OrangePukeko yup. Having a session later tonight.

[@dragonwithamonocle]

@@rextyrrano5183 This is the most wholesome thing I've seen all day. I love when we get closure on old comments.

[@ReigninMud]

@@rextyrrano5183 hey man, how did your first game go? I know this comment was ages ago, but I hope you had a blast and continue to

[@rextyrrano5183]

@@ReigninMud how did my first game go? Met a couple of lovable weirdos. Helped out a local town with a goblin problem and met a elephant sized green dragon that claimed to be 2 days old. In 1 word... awesome. Campaign's been going on for almost a year now and although my dm's a first time dm he's incredible at it.

[@Sabamonster]

In regard to the statement and reply "They are more invested in you guys and you and the story that you're telling" and "I hope they are" Yes Matt. We are. Thank you for allowing us to be part of it. You have NO idea how many lives you've touched.

[@_UPRC]

I LOVE how humble and "real" Matt is. Not just a super talented DM and voice actor, but such an awesome guy as well.

[@VolatileSupernova]

Matt is the best :)

[@lustitarha]

Yeh, I hope all the success won't go to his head over time - mushy matt ftw.

[@lustitarha]

Out of his ass? You just want more room for yourself, don't you?

[@leto2525]

+DJ KO This wasn't even a 'kiss ass' type of comment. Not that that would be bad however; I've heard the same said every day about people who are just generally fun to be around. No reason to be a asshole about someone enjoying Mercer as a DM or actor.

[@JokerFace090]

meh...He's no Chris Perkins.

[@omega311888]

he was good... but not the best. he is a good story teller. hes a decent story writer. he is a fantastic voice actor. he was a decent DM, PRIMARILY because he had the time and resources to put into the game. most of the rest of us have real life jobs to deal with. and by that i mean that, unlike him, our job IS NOT planning and executing the game. beyond all that, though, i want to thank him and his cast and crew for helping to make my childhood game a thing to be enjoyed and not something we hide from the public for fear of persecution.

[@ke2075]

Thank you Matt Mercer, and thank you Todd Kenreck, what a great interviewer. All of these Vox Machina videos have been a joy, he asks such thoughtful questions and really gives them respect and time to process an answer. Great job.

[@Thurrak]

I just want to thank Matt Mercer for showing everyone that you can cry on camera and still be a complete badass role model that we all look up to. That's the strength of a real man.

[@WeretigerX]

I've been a fan of Mercer as a voice actor for many years, before the stream started. I considered him heavily underrated. Then I actually met him in 2015 and I learned about Crit Role during a convention. I'm so glad he has finally gotten the recognition he deserves through this medium.

[@listofromantics]

Tangent: I'm always surprised when I see Sam in relation to the others; he's larger and taller than he appears on stream.

[@disasterjones5798]

I know right? He and Travis are pretty close to the same height apparently, and everybody else are shorties. I love them all so much.

[@DrLipkin]

Agreed.

[@ChaoticInu]

It's the cup, isn't it?

[@MatthewSmith-pv6gd]

Also, because he plays a gnome.

[@devin59320]

I was surprised as to how small Laura looked in this vid

[@Evelyn-ey9jx]

every time I listen to Matt I walk away feeling that I have been missing some important lesson all my life. Every goddamn time.

[@TPBurrow]

Somebody give Matt a Hug at 12:24 from me and many other Critters

[@matthewward2058]

Seeing Matt get emotional like this makes us all love him even more! What a great guy! Going to be interesting to see which clips YOU showcase in the next campaign!

[@Nighty7894]

Was thinking the same, big hug and love from all the critters

[@missydalh5463]

TP Burrow Same. I want to give him a million hugs.

[@MsCunningLinguistic]

TP Burrow in the flesh! I love your videos a lot, dude. Good to see you here, crying with the rest of us.

[@TPBurrow]

MScunningLinguistic I am honored to meet you fellow Critter:) Thanks for the Love:)

[@isaiahwelch8066]

If empathy is one of the marks of being a good human being... ...than Matt Mercer is a king among men. Thank you, cast and crew of CR, for giving us this epic story. Thank you, G&S, for bringing this story to the world. And thank you, fellow Critters, for supporting this thing that we use to create epic characters and stories. A 2021 Fellow Critter Edit: I don't know why, but I came back to watch this interview a second time. As I did, and Matt was talking about the ending of Campaign 1, and how it was ending, this quote came to me, and I find it fitting: "But even to these, the most magical of nights like these, the most wonderful of stories, even to fairytales, everything... comes to an end. But...if you've had a good story, let's just add one more good memory, and make a final ride together. Let's get ready, for the last ride...the last ride of the day!" ~ Floor Jansen, lead vocalist for symphonic metal band Nightwish, during live performance Wacken 2013, at Wacken, Germany

[@ephasm]

"Strong men also cry! Strong men also cry."

[@lazyliam7402]

Dammit Matt is such a lovely passionate person, need more people like him in the world

[@sarneus117]

What ive learned from this video: Matt Mercer is shorter than Sam Riegal... (mind blown)

[@Rawilow]

Sam is really not that short, we're just used of thinking that because we only saw him playing small characters

[@rossfryer3902]

Lol, I thought the exact same thing ... then I was like, “wait, then how big is Travis!?....”

[@SignoftheMagi]

Travis is 6'3", only an inch shorter than me.

[@poofballoon]

He a smol boi

[@tallfang4955]

Wait how tall is Matt???

[@braxtonwalden8365]

I have never seen Matt cry. He seemed genuinely upset and mournful for a moment that has yet to come and it broke my heart.

[@nairocamilo]

First it was Matt Colville, early this week. Then I watched the stream and it was Sam Riegel. Now Mr. Mercer. Man, it's a week of tears. You're not alone guys, my keyboard is completely soaked.

[@IlChatNoir17]

Nairo Camilo And not in the fun way! :,)

[@SarahAndreaRoycesChannel]

Beautiful tears.

[@SarahAndreaRoycesChannel]

Btw... on this channel there is also a pre stream interview with Sam. Given what happened later that night he is more similar to his character than he might like, covering up all the emotion and playing it cool. The first hint was his commercial where he jokingly listed all the things he clearly just invented for the sake of the commercial like not being able to sleep before this day...

[@ashliz8925]

Same with me, Coville got me hard. *teary fingerguns*

[@davewilson13]

Ash Liz Matt Colville did what?!?

[@fabianimm2863]

A man not ashamed to cry knowing that thousands of people will see this is a real man for me! Matt Mercer is a good person I believe. Watching the show made me think about my games and how I will be as a dungeon master (not the Matt Mercer Effect). Thank you man! The (real) world needs more people like you!

[@paddygillen9162]

This video, I found randomly with a KZbin recommendation It’s now staying with me. Right in the feels

[@d.e.2875]

Can I just say that Matthew Mercer has the most beautiful and honest eyes?

[@martyrcomplex]

todd kenreck: [tells matt mercer everything's ending] matt mercer: [begins crying] todd kenreck: how does that make you feel? how do you think it makes him feel, todd

[@ZenDoggie]

Why even follow up with "how does that make you feel?" Seems pretty obvious to me, you doofus. :)

[@mariekano9730]

Awwwwww omg I LOVE a man who's emotional and who's not afraid to show tears! I started to cry when he cried....such a good man! A good heart!

[@Schlingelis]

You inspired me to be a better DM, a better player, a better person and to greater goals. I already learned so much and it makes me incredibly happy that people like you are out there.

[@Abelhawk]

My hero and man-crush! :D

[@Abelhawk]

Ha ha, that's a good point... All the elven and gnome characters will probably still be alive. RIP Percy though.

[@MGC-XIII]

get behind the line!

[@2horas]

With that hair he has rest assured that you are not alone!

[@aricinchad5412]

Abelhawk I agree

[@GMCiaramella]

You said it Abelhawk... if I ever got the chance to meet him, I would be star-struck...

[@kennydupont7833]

Just WOW! Matt is just the best kind of person, so warm, so real, so natural. Thank you doesnt seem enough, but THANK YOU for an amazing journey and i cant wait to find out what is next

[@lysander1]

you can still be a broken person but aspire to be better. you don't have to fix yourself.

[@b2theill785]

Yeah, gives me hope. D&D's a good tool for that.

[@santiagoz.s.1024]

I geniunly feel that Matt is the true embodiment of some of the best (good aligned) characters of Tolkien. A pure soul, just wanting to spread love, friendship and good moments...not interested in power, money or materialistic things. You rock Matt! Keep on DMing!

[@justthetip96]

Matt, it’s ok to cry and I respect you for the emotions that you have and that you express them well. Thank you for all you do.

[@huh7810]

I almost cried at the end of a 9 month long campaign, I truly couldn’t imagine how I would be after 4 years, good lord

[@b2theill785]

Wish I had more thumbs to give...

[@Luccagrassi2609]

The nicest dude and a great storyteller. Matt deserves nothing but love from all of us. Thank you, CR

[@robertmattox4908]

Thank you Matt. Critical role has been a huge part of my day. Im currently on episode 63 so I got a long way to go. I'll definitely be watching tonight

[@qYeRP]

Robert Mattox you're just over halfway through the campaign, I'd advise you don't watch tonight lol it's gonna be a huge spoiler for how it ends. Unless you wanna ruin the big bad evil fight at the end. Don't watch tonight

[@inerti4]

I'm so mad at myself for starting this show so late, I've been trying to catch up to the live shows for a month now, ep 37, without knowing it was coming to an end soon !

[@cryinpooper]

I got lucky and had a really boring 12 hour shift job so I could power through 3-4 episodes a night. Once you get caught up you might not know what to do with all your extra time lol

[@Simbobwayson]

Dude never quit this stuff. You are and will always will be the best dm for reasons being that you put me in that place or setting so well. You really have a gift, don't ever stop.

[@jordanmitchell2887]

Such a sharp guy. Really bright, passionate individual.

[@noahwebb8161]

12:20 god...look at the tiny flex of muscles in his features and how gaze shifts ever so slightly as comprehension shows on his face. Heartbreaking and warming at the same time, it truly shows how much he cares.

[@charliekealoha]

Dammit Matt! Did you just throw dust in my eyes!? I can't see through the tears from the dust! :'( I fucking love you man...

[@emmdubb]

We love and appreciate you Matt and the world i live is definitely better because of people like you.

[@arieheath7773]

I personally can't wait for the next campaign. I'd love seeing Travis play a more versatile character, especially since the one shot where he played the thief.

[@laoxep]

And I hope he brings a calculator this time

[@Warrka4]

I can't wait because it's a chance to start day 1 with them. I jumped in at the beginning of this year, watched a bunch of episodes and skipped to the current episodes and continued from there. Still always a great adventure and great way to burn the free time at work. The show has been my only way to get a D&D fix because no one in my area plays at all and the few that do are so stuck up and snobby that even if they did allow someone new in (which they do not and will be rude about it) I wouldn't want to associate with people that toxic.

[@Misconduct24]

I'd love to see him do something else as well, but I did think he was boring as the thief in that one shot long ago

[@V3xxe]

I just hope his rolls are better than they were with Tarvis!

[@Dreadnaught1985]

Arie Heath Travis has had so many opportunities afforded to him because he's playing a stupid character. That it has lead to some great role play moments because he (the man) knows better, but does it anyways because (Grog) doesn't know better.

[@feylights166]

I am actually really proud of Matt for not being afraid to show emotion on camera.

[@blackstag9366]

I never had anything really going for me in the way of imagination (Ironic considering my YT handle, I know :P), I always liked my books and boardgames growing up, but in my area I always felt so secluded. No one enjoyed what I did, so I had to switch from reading books to playing sports and drinking with friends just to feel normal. It was 'weird' to go home and read a book for guys my age in my area, so I conformed, and let that part of my die away. My childhood books grew dusty, I never got to discuss my favourite LOTR character with a friend, and my appreciation for storytelling died away as life, and all of its challenges made itself known to me. I always felt like I was neglecting a part of me, and then I found Critical Role; playing dungeons and dragons, a game I had never heard of... Heh, I can't tell you how happy I am to have found you guys, the entire cast revived that imaginative part of me that I thought was long dead and buried. I could tear down the moon and pluck out the stars from their perches in my efforts to convey my appreciation, but instead, I'll settle for just a few words that will hopefully be enough. Thank you, all of you. You gave me an experience I never though I'd get to share in, and I'll take that with me when I get shipped off to the Commando unit. Who the fuck needs Superman as your hero when you have Matthew Mercer, and Vox Machina.

[@LemonInYourEyes]

Axton The Storyteller seconded. Well out put friend

[@Barnicalsify]

Much love dude. There's always space for one more in this community, this table. There's always someone out there that loves the same things you do, shares the same passions you share. Your sentiment for Critical Role is bang on.

[@solodragun]

I can completely relate to this. I tell people often now about how I felt I had to be this kind of "closet nerd/geek" in high school back in the early 90's. There was still this stigma to pen and paper RPG's back then, and I filled out alot more from football and weight lifting, and suddenly started receiving alot more attention from girls. I did enjoy having a social life, but often I would have rather been around a table over at my other friends houses playing some CP 2020 or D&D. Man how times and the mainstreaming of geek culture has changed.

[@jeccalou9894]

Matt is the most wholesome man ever. When he started tearing up at the idea of saying bye for the last time, it was very endearing.

[@larogue100]

This reminds me a lot of a big Doctor Who quote - "We're all stories in the end - just make it a good one"

[@mrrodgers0]

To Ioun's Library, all tomes go, even those unwritten.

[@benjaminhondorp8593]

"Everything ends, and that's always sad... But everything begins again too, and that's always happy... be happy"

[@timwhite4833]

Thanks matt for all of the happy sad and intense moments that you and the cast of critical role brought me, they inspired me to get into role playing and to truly embrace the art of story telling!

[@acetornado6922]

Matt Mercer is an inspiration, amazing story teller, spreading positive energy where ever he can. he seems to just want everyone to be happy and love one another. This world needs more people like Matt Mercer.

[@longgamehunter8956]

I really do love how intellectually moral and emotionally honest Matt is! It makes him very easy to connect with... Even if you've never met him.

[@TigerlilyWarrior]

Damn Matt, I'm at work, you can't make me feel things!!!! Love these guys and the world they opened up for me.

[@0num4]

Matt is just such an invested, eloquent, thoughtful person. It's hard not to empathize and feel a bit of what he's going through here.

[@wherethefrickismygoat7161]

WHAT DID WE DO TO DESERVE THE BEAUTIFUL HUMAN BEING THAT IS MATHEW MERCER IM SOBBING

[@paxtenebrae]

I held it together until he said, "I just want to make the world a better place." Love you, Matt. You are the best human. I look up to you and see so much of myself in you and feel so much less alone knowing that you are out there, making the world a better place.

[@iankelley4631]

I think Tarryon Darrington was a great exploration both for the players reacting to a new character but also the audience reacting to the new character. Looking at the one shots and alternate shows like Maze Arcana is a great way to prepare for the players to be presented as something new. Personally I love all the players and I know the characters they bring to the table are going to be amazing.

[@xWinterstarex7]

"An ending as beautiful as the journey it took to get there" -Liam It's surreal to really remember that journey the ups and downs as if you were actually there and still feel an emotion to it..to anyone looking in it would be strange. I remember showing a friend some of the saddest moments and she was like "omg...they're actually crying...they're just playing a board game" and then she looks to me and I'm tearing up too XD

[@lanceseaman88]

I'm already 29 but I still look up to you and aspire... you're a righteous dude.

[@robertbroad5799]

Watching Matt Mercer DM has made me a better DM and inspired me to put more depth in my world. I aad my players thank him and the cast of Critical Role for making us better at a game we love.

[@jpac73]

At 12:26 when his face first starts changing I could just see how hurt he was. Hurt me heart.

[@cabe_bedlam]

I was delayed watching the episode and missed these when they were released. Matt's face goes through every single emotion when the final goodbye question is asked.

[@sanayrobin]

Fuck, I love Matt

[@geekasaurusrexy]

Aw, hon. When his face crumpled like that, my eyes immediately stung and started tearing up as well. We love you Matt!

[@bonjZz]

This man is precious.

[@Chain7ink]

I have so much respect for Matt. He's an artist and a true gentle soul.

[@JustifiedDeicide]

Matt is so genuine.

[@MothersFavourite]

This man is the most precious thing that the universe has ever offered humanity. I know I'm three years late to this party but goddamnit this still makes me so emotional. So happy that I have so much Critical role left before I catch up.

[@00ValiantFay]

MAATTTTTT! We are richer for having known you!

[@BrittanyDaine]

When he teared up, I did too. He's so sweet, he cares so much. Man, being in a campaign where he's the DM would be EPIC!

[@crystalf1608]

Matt is such a soft heart and I love it so much. We need 100000000% more soft boys who love with their whole hearts

[@katekursive1370]

Absolutely!

[@MrMix1212]

A lot more out there than you think. Matt just spoke on people not understanding characters. That goes for the real world too. Sometimes the hard ones are the softest inside

[@shawnw886]

Matt is such a wonderful person and an inspirering soul. Thanks to him and the rest of CriticalRole for creating such a rich story and a lovely community.

[@LadyMiir]

It's been an amazing run, Matt. Thank you, and Vox Machina, so much for everything. It's sad to say goodbye to characters we love, but they'll live on, and I'm confident that we'll love the new guys as well. I can't wait to see what the new campaign will bring. Thank you for your astounding storytelling and worldbuilding and all the hard work that goes into this. Thank you for caring about us and being such an inspiration for me as a storyteller and an aspiring DM and avid roleplayer. I've learned so much from you and all of Critical Role. We love you. Thank you.

[@tonymindsculptor]

Matt Mercer is an amazing man who has taught and inspired at least me, and no doubt thousands of others. As a writer, storyteller, and DM/GM myself, I cannot give a high enough praise to someone as good as Matt, who has changed the minds and lives of so many people.

[@coreyklinzing2395]

Matthew you wonderful beautiful ray of light. Thank you so much for everything.

[@jjduc105]

Matt Mercer is my spirit animal. He doesn't even know who I am and he's made a huge impact on my life. That's the definition of a hero.

[@jielibai2912]

I really hope at the end of the day, that Laura switches places with Travis as the dumb barbarian character in the party. She can pull it off based off of that LOTR one shot!

[@Rathkryn]

I did think it was funny the way Travis was giving her the same looks she gave him when Grogg did something stupid.

[@longjohnstpj]

I see where you're coming from, but I feel you can turn that argument on it's head. There are so many good RPing moments where Grog made us laugh because of his lack of intelligence, in situations where a smart character wouldn't have produced the same reaction. He pulled the character off so well.

[@ethanwhite2210]

Just please don't attack PCs unprovoked again. That wasn't very comradely of her...

[@ninjagonzalez]

"Fix him"

[@SarahAndreaRoycesChannel]

Grog had some great moments. "Fix him" was one of them. Learning to read with Pike was great, the time he punched a giant. But it was also sometimes painful to watch Travis desperately trying to keep his mouth shut. He may share some traits with Grog, but being dumb really isn't one of it.

[@evalynn1863]

Just when I thought I couldn't cry any more. I have so much love for this wonderful group of nerds

[@hexagram56]

Thank you, Matt.

[@aka_kyras]

I have watched this interview 3 times and every damn time right when Matt gets emotional I do as well, his personality and talent is something I greatly admire. I hope the day the final farewell is said is a long way off too, I still have so much to learn from my DM role model.

[@BonsaiBeard]

Matt's description on if Vox Machina lost made me really want to see the next campaign take place in that reality. sounds like it'd be Fantasy X-Com.

[@sparklefulpaladin]

Watching this, having not seen/heard any of campaign 1, but working on campaign 2 (about episode 9-10) and knowing some of the events later in the campaign, it's very much a different view (especially his comment about no one liking Taliesin's new character, as Molly was the reason why I jumped into campaign 2). I love seeing what Matt has to say about it and I think he has a lot of interesting stuff to say. The characters that I didn't like at the beginning of campaign 2 have been the ones that have grown on me the most and really, this community is awesome.

[@curioscuro]

Im almost at the end of a 4 year campaign, I know the emotions he is feeling oh so well.

[@wesm.2133]

I love Matt Mercer man, he is so amazing, made me tear up a little from his reaction of having to say goodbye someday, I can definately relate to that.

[@RhysChristian490]

“Okay... now cry for us...” That was a deliberate emotional blow from the interviewer.

[@murloc1696]

Tbh critical role will always be remembered like my siblings and I have started our campaign because of the inspiration critical role gave us they’re amazing and I’ll always remember them

[@Berto10029]

I love his passion for D&D, story telling and more importantly the relationships that he's made with the players. I wish I could play in one of his campaigns

[@toxiclunch]

Matt's scar on the bridge of his nose is really prominent in this one. It's one of those attributes that make him so iconic.