Candela Obscura: Tide & Bone | Episode 2 | The Guardian of Groundswell

[@flandomaltrizian4603]

HEY, there might be some SPOILERS under the thing 2:40 The curfew 5:20 Eldritch puke 9:20 The Circle rests 11:55 We’re all good 13:50 Clearing the air 15:05 Oscar Grimm’s whole deal 20:20 Rajan and his sister 22:45 Oscar is done 26:35 Rajan and Elsie’s relationship 29:00 Glask’s sea gods 34:40 Creepy but beautiful 37:55 Unabridged 41:50 The Director’s letters 46:05 Interrogation Toren Gevni 50:35 Cosmo asks Aabria one question 57:25 Oscar enhances the interrogation 1:00:00 33 Scars 1:01:35 Abridged 1:06:10 Toren’s stuff 1:12:45 Rajan checks Toren’s knob 1:16:35 Nokari’s favor 1:18:25 The circle gets a job 1:28:05 Elsie and Nokari 1:38:05 The stakeout (very gross bug and eye stuff) 1:43:30 ACAD 1:45:05 Car horn was invented in 1908, I think it fits better than headlights 1:48:45 Something bad is coming (let me finish the wine) 1:51:05 Don’t take candy from cops 1:54:25 What shoes are you wearing (red crocs) 1:56:00 BREAK STARTS 2:06:05 BREAK ENDS (quick recap) 2:08:55 Recap ends 2:10:35 Bleed to Oscar 2:12:20 Glask was a waterbender the whole time (unfortunately, a bad one) 2:15:35 Occult researcher 2:19:30 Liam loses Cosmo for a second 2:22:05 Just a little flavor 2:23:55 He said the thing 2:26:45 Talking it out with 2:40:20 Glask’s whole deal 2:53:05 Bleed Shamwow 2:57:05 Trying to get her to let it go 3:03:50 A very scary tween 3:09:35 Oscar is the only one poor enough to drive 3:17:25 Oscar tucks in his son 3:20:25 They really need to start using public transport 3:23:05 Raj’s ending scene 3:26:55 Circle stuff 3:31:25 Fiddling the knob 3:32:50 Knifing the doorknob over brunch 3:37:10 Put the knob on the wall 3:40:25 Magic paper 3:47:00 Episode Ends Any moments I missed? Feel free to post them here. Is it Thursday yet?

[@hannahbonanabear1786]

Thank you Flando!

[@phoebica]

Thank you, Flando - hero of time stamps. 💜

[@Nightwng2k]

Be sure to watch after the “Circle Stuff” because more story is there.

[@GinaDarlingChannel]

MADAM GLASK HERE! Hope you guys are enjoying episode 2! We love you!

[@laurarowland7294]

It's fantastic!! We love you all too!!

[@AlaskanCookie]

I loved your character. ❤

[@AlliB33tle]

It’s amazing- so well done!!! 🩷

[@bananafish58]

So good, Gina! Cannot wait for Episode 3.

[@oshermdaddy2058]

Do you think you could get ovilee into candela

[@Failed_Vestige_of_Exandria]

I love how each of the GMs have focussed on different aspects of the world. Matt's run was all about introduction to this scary world, Spenser focussed on the toll this world takes on those who are aware of what happens behind the curtain, and now we have Aabria showing the desperation of the disenfranchised. It's all still horror, but each run is unique and brings a fresh perspective.

[@stacieransom5677]

It is wonderful.

[@Agelesslink]

That’s pretty much abrias only trope as far as I’ve seen

[@Failed_Vestige_of_Exandria]

@@Agelesslink Then you haven't seen much. From the top of my head, I can already think of three other projects she has GM'ed for that had nothing to do with the disenfranchised and of a bunch of PCs that had nothing to do with that either.

[@Agelesslink]

@@Failed_Vestige_of_Exandria as far as what’s on critical role, that’s incorrect. I haven’t seen her other work.

[@favedave88]

then you haven't seen most of her work@@Agelesslink

[@HyperEwok1]

absolutely love Noshir's ability to play the charming guy but then every time weird shit happens to his character he immeadiately goes full Kubrick Stare

[@impofstpete727]

Aabria asks questions that sound innocuous at first but they always make me tense up. "What shoes are you wearing?" It put me on edge immediately.

[@ericdickert9795]

I feel like this is sometimes the same energy as Brennan's "do you feel that you re weakest at the elbow or the shoulder".

[@impofstpete727]

I don't know. In Brennan's case we knew something intense was a about to occur. For Aabria it was something the cast seemed to brush aside. Although, had Travis been there he probably would have been making his warning light hand signals.

[@Antikyth]

Can I just say, I love how they've managed to work in a character who uses a wheelchair into a genre of game that typically is packed full of action which would be very difficult for a character in a wheelchair.

[@TheSkullivan12]

Sam Riegel, man. The guy spends so much time doing ridiculous ad reads and playing goofy troll characters and doing everything he can to screw with everyone else at the table, that he makes it easy to forget what an incredible actor he is. And then episodes like this happen and it hits you like a truck.

[@bananafish58]

Yes! And, even though he was playing a flashy character in ExU: Calamity, he displayed some great acting in those episodes, too!

[@AweHitero]

"what's my mother's name?" sends shivers down my spine to this day..

[@mattschultz4111]

Awe, that is one of the BEST moments of CR. I STILL can't watch those scenes without getting emotional. That came from the soul, Sam has something special going on in that head.

[@virus640]

It's weird when you think that of the main shows: C1, C2, C3, Candela, Calamity; Taryon is actually his least serious character.

[@Dimloep]

Sam "He's **My** Boy" Riegel

[@rominalopez382]

Okay, Chapter 1 was a great introduction to a new game system and a mysterious world. Chapter 2 took us fully into that mysterious world, full of action that left us on the edge of our seats asking for more. Chapter 3 is... roleplay, it's trauma, it's about those who were affected by the mysterious forces and try to either return to normal or face it and take control. Neither is better than the other, they are just different.

[@boniakarlo]

I would agree If I could understand the second chapter, but as a not english mothertongue the 2nd GM was really too hard to follow and understand... I tried to watch it, but I still have absolutely no idea of what happened in the first 3 hours I watched

[@griml89]

@@boniakarlodid you turn on the subtitles? They help me a lot to follow and understand the plot. But I also have a lot of experience watching English movies/ series.

[@Migolcow]

Cosmo: "Tide and Bone, Keepers of the Light." Ancient Water (god?): "You were known to me in my time. Yes." So Candela is Old. Really Old. Which is interesting and a bit disturbing, organizations that old usually have a lot of baggage and agendas, and in season 2 we got a look at a place that didn't make them out too well. Sounding more and more like an eternal SCP Foundation of sorts.

[@visavis077]

It’s low-key the cobalt soul imo. As if this is what becomes of what’s left after the gods depart.

[@Landis963]

Secure-contain-protect does sound eerily close to Candela's MO.

[@sarahraynore6713]

I was just reading the rulebook this morning. Candela dates back to Oldfaire and maybe even before, but it had a different purpose. It keeps the name but its purpose evolved after the fall of the empire to the organitation that is now. It's really interesing, it's not just "this is an ancient organization and this is what it does" but has a bit of history and events that shaped and changed how things are run and how it works. Given the limited amount of pages they had, so far I'm very happy and even mildly impressed by the depth they are being able to convey in the lore of the book

[@pixiekinsies]

Noshir's quote "we're all monsters here." Would be awesome Candela merch!!

[@Aesthetic_Walrus]

Disney may have it trademarked for their own merch since it's a Barbosa quote from Pirates of the Caribbean.

[@pixiekinsies]

@Aesthetic_Walrus wording is different but I wouldn't put it past Disney to trademark even on technicality.

[@Aesthetic_Walrus]

@@pixiekinsies oh yeah, you're right. My mistake. But I agree, covering their bases to include a paraphrasing of the quote does seem like something they would do.

[@Caitydid561]

@@Aesthetic_Walrus Barbossa's quote was also a paraphrase of the Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland's "We're all mad here".

[@Aesthetic_Walrus]

@@Caitydid561 Indeed. Excellent call out.

[@masterjaczor9892]

At 1:49:25 when Liam just rapidly states "I finish my wine really quick." it reminded me of that scene from Ratatouille where Anton Ego almost spits out his wine but then he realizes that it is an expensive vintage so he swallows it instead. Like Cosmo was not wanting to waste a good wine in a similar fashion.

[@IceniSteel]

When Sam grows an actual mustache instead of sticking a ridiculous fake one on you know this is real shit

[@RoiDeSeptua]

I love all the characters so much. Sam pulled off "I'm the parent" again. I just love old characters and Liam executes Cosmo perfectly. Ashly is great. I believe that Elsie is dying. I haven't seen much of Gina but she has an amazing character and is plaing her amazingly. And Nishir is the coolest. The consept is so intresting I might just steal it. Thank you, Aabria.

[@matthewsnow-zj1cu]

Great roleplay and storytelling from the entire table. All the Circles so far have brought a different angle, but this one has to be my favorite. The way Aabriya managed to present the party with a sympathetic source of danger and honor the Circle’s choices while still implying there could be consequences… just dang. The portrayal of structural inequality of multiple kinds empowering the jeopardy of the Phenomena… chef’s kiss. Everyone really brought their A game and Oscar killed me this session, but Madame Glask using empathy and shared trauma as a wedge against the threat was just so damn heartfelt. Kudos to Gina. Every single one of these characters was so well portrayed. Thank you for this one.

[@MikuDigital5k]

1:38:48 - I found it hilarious when his eyelid fell off and Cosmo goes “Nice Touch” haha so good

[@kuraisaurus]

Is it a reference or??

[@pheebo42]

@@kuraisaurusno, just Liam complimenting the roleplay choice

[@MycoArsenic39]

Oscar to Cosmo: “Can I tuck you in?” 🥺 Also Sam: *Red Crocs Baby*

[@bananafish58]

The range of Sam Riegel!!! 😍

[@Dimloep]

He contains multitudes, y'all

[@bananafish58]

@@Dimloep (Mic drop)!

[@pheebo42]

Timestamps please?

[@Dimloep]

@@pheebo42 it's in Flando's timestamp list

[@Hamc2811]

This may be my favorite dming piece of Abria so far, I usually don´t fully resonate with her style but im immensely pleased with how she develops the story and transmits the feelings when the tone is more serious. Im very glad to have given Candela a chance, each of the circles has felt very different in what they transmit while fitting masterfully within the stories.

[@takeoparill]

I love how Aabria can be equal parts kind and ruthless 😂 Gotta love her

[@julianaayu]

I want Taliesin to narrate all audiobooks that I own

[@OperationFreeSoul]

GOOD GOD Aabria is my favorite storyteller. It feels like she earns such a deep understanding of the players and their characters, and the deep-laid drives between both, with how she approaches running games. She is one of my favorite players, in the streaming realm, but by far she is my favorite storyteller online. Absolutely brilliant work, as always ❤

[@zoerudy8802]

Idk if it’s the light or something but whenever these lovely folks Look down there’s a magical white line on their bottom water line that makes them loook like they’re on the verge of tears at all times and fuck does it make the emotional scenes hit harder

[@clueless_daydreamer2999]

I love the way abbreia's (that probably spelt really wrong sorry) eyes shine golden when she looks up at some moment of this, is so pretty

[@Landis963]

Aabria's gold freckles are a nice touch too, I think.

[@clueless_daydreamer2999]

@@Landis963 oh wow I was way off with how I spelt her name 😅 but I agree her freckles are also very pretty

[@joshmetz3646]

I really liked the previous two circles very much, but these guys are absolutely killing it. This level of RP is amazing to watch, and Abria is the freaking best GM so far.

[@AweHitero]

Huge thanks to CR for bringing Noshir and Gina into these. It's always a treat to see new people getting so invested in a storytelling. Such a great performance!

[@marit2907]

i'm currently also watching c2 and it is wild how sam is yet again liams parent while we first thought that it was the other way around

[@stacieransom5677]

Sams character is heartbreaking. Not used to that. So good!

[@emiliobustamante2401]

I like how this episode deived a bit more into "the lore" of the city, it makes the world feel more lived in, and I like stories of desperate people trying to use forces that they dont fully understand and the consequences of it, specially if it was all for a "good" cause (Also nice LoL refernce)

[@DrStormaggedon]

When cosmo said "it's been 87 years" anyone elae's mind jerk back to Titanic

[@seanmills7168]

Cosmos to the serious man: do you know me? Serious man: For you, the day the serious man graced the ship you were on was the most important day of your life. For me, it was Tuesday.

[@markm1261]

I love my Critical Role no questions asked but then I started to really enjoy the one shots a lot. Now these series it’s just so good and this Candela series it’s my scary story I can’t stop watching. Aabria Iyengar has me on edge her storyline is incredible and combine that with her voice gets low and thrillingly cold it’s just sucks me in. Sorry so long

[@LLCCB]

The dynamics between the Circles and the Lightkeepers is so interesting.

[@stacieransom5677]

Im obsessed with this group and this story. Im so sad there are only 3 episodes of this one. Wonder if we will get any additional stories with the current 3 groups and DM's? That would be as wonderful as getting new stories with new people.

[@BlueStreakStudio]

Can someone get Sam on the phone, please? I think this is his knife that's been jabbed into my heart. Lemme check... yep, it says "Burt Reynolds" on the handle. Definitely his.

[@ginastaley8602]

Wow. This circle's RP is on another level. Maybe i just relate to this story too much bc I'm in my feels crying at times. Very powerful.

[@hrani]

Oh my GOD I just spotted the *baseball bat and baseball* on the table behind Noshir and Sam. I wonder if there's other nods I haven't noticed, the set design is so good

[@rhaenatargaryen8061]

aabria elevated this so much and the guests did amazingly also.

[@boniakarlo]

The intros are so good that, everytime I come back to continue viewing, first thing first I let the intro roll full and only then I jump to Flandos'

[@rinisthequeen]

Liam has a new rival in hot sad boi and it's Noshir and also I love him

[@InkyPetrel]

Sam Riegel, how dare you. That's it. That's the comment.

[@jamesmccarthy962]

Love this circle and DM so happy with how much depth these characters have would be great animated but the descriptions and acting are really bringing it to life. Excited but also sad for the final

[@christopherlott6805]

Becca Scott with Talesin as a player. Just throwing it out there

[@TimpanistMoth_AyKayEll]

Ooo, yes please!

[@Dimloep]

I will join in manifesting this for us

[@themathemakitten]

Ashly's facial expressions are what I imagine mine look like. And when her eyes dart back and forth between Aabria and Gina, I loved it so much. She doesn't want to miss anything either 😂

[@Maxx.3104]

Personal Timestamps: 14:44 Oscars Deal 45:33 Godot:) 50:35 Ask Aabria 1:02:59 Uh Oh 1:16:50 A Favour 1:48:45 Finish the Wine 2:19:30 Liam…? 3:17:25 Tucks him in :(

[@stacieransom5677]

Episode one of this set is in my top 5 favorite episodes of any content CR has put out. It's that good. I love it all but specific ones are just prime standard storytelling.

[@bananafish58]

When Sam said it felt like 20 episodes, we all knew what he meant! That was one doozy of an episode.

[@LLCCB]

I am a sucker for moral complexity in storytelling. This this episode was so interesting. I am eager to see how the story concludes for this Circle. I suspected it will be an emotional rollercoaster

[@amenax21]

Every damn time I see Noshir act I just sit there mouth agap with awe. Is there something this man can't do?

[@masterjaczor9892]

When Rajan handed Madam Glask the doorknob and said "These are often used in..." when he paused after the word "in" I interjected with the word "doors" so it was like he was stating the obvious.

[@Experimento237]

This episode was SO good, Aabria truly outdid herself in the opening scene!

[@stacieransom5677]

Ashley had only ever GM'd one game ever. Kinda hoping they can talk her into doing it for this. Shes way better at it than she gives herself credit for.

[@mikemiller8430]

I'm thinking Talisen. But there are other horror gms that could do a part 4 if there is one. And it's also possible we get a preview on Thursday since we only have the one episode left.

[@FireWolf583]

Yea she did a space themed game and I love it so much. I wish she would do another one because she has great ideas. Unfortunately I don’t think she’ll ever try again or if she does it’ll be a cohosted game with someone else helping her, maybe Matt or Aabria

[@katybechnikova2821]

I said it and I'm saying it again: This is the most animation-worthy circle out of the three. Disgusting (but happy disgusting).

[@stacieransom5677]

I think they're all great. This one ..animated? Yes please!

[@katybechnikova2821]

@@stacieransom5677 Don't get me wrong, I love all of them, this one is just most visually appealing out of the three.

[@stargazer1946]

I do think that Brennan singing Take Me Out to the Ballgame would also make an excellent animated short

[@matthewsnow-zj1cu]

Totally agree. Between their horrific powers, deep connections, their obvious tensions, and the melancholic, gothic but relevant stories, it would make for a very moody and engaging watch. It already does.

[@TimpanistMoth_AyKayEll]

"happy disgusting" is the new "fun scary"?

[@s12390]

People drowning in sea water no where near the sea...Uk'otoa...uk'otoa...Uk'otoa...Uk'otoauk'otoaUk'otoa...

[@mikemiller8430]

We have any bets on the GM of part 4 yet? Talisen, Brennen, other friends? Who will be our players, Matt and Tal as players instead? Murphy,Zac Oyama or Soiban to complete our D20 crew. Erica Ishii, Damian 'smosh', so on

[@stacieransom5677]

There are so many this I want to see play. It's hard to call who will be involved in next season. I really hope it's Brennen. Everyone from CR has now played except Matt so I hope he comes as a player.

[@mikemiller8430]

@@stacieransom5677 He and Talisen both haven't played characters on screen yet. Matt gm'd and Tal is the intro. I am surprised Tal hasn't jumped into a table yet, so I've thought he's been learning up to DM a campaign. But gotta get Erica Ishii, Persephone Valentine, Damian from Smosh, a few other CR or D20 alums to join Matt and Tal.

[@evetobe]

Marisha said she wanted to try to GM

[@mikemiller8430]

@@evetobe she did the mortal Kombat, and Liam did the persona one. So I was thinking because we haven't seen jaffee at the table for Candela was because he might GM the 4th instalment????

[@evetobe]

@@mikemiller8430 GMing Candela, not in general

[@cohenmartin3966]

Tide and bone hits so different than needle and thread.. so much more emotional in a way...

[@ssliois]

the best thing cr ever did for my life was introducing me to Aabria Iyengar

[@stacieransom5677]

No joke. She's an amazing DM and player.

[@JennyTaylorFromTheBlock]

"They'd rather protect history than people." I got chills on this line ❤ Everyone who's hating, please read into the artistic commentary on social power structure pervasive in our IRL societies, or, if you mean to oppose said commentary, please excuse yourself as bigotry is not tolerated here.

[@MZero8099]

Always love seeing Aabria's GMing

[@TakeWalker]

I weirdly didn't expect to see a second episode with this team. :O There were so many wild reveals at the end of the first episode, it felt like an introduction and finale all in one!

[@sfaira4072]

This look of Aabria is A+ character design

[@holofaydren5395]

definitely not crying at Sams character tucking his son into bed.

[@buddybleeyes]

I love how sam is always forever being the cause of chaos. No matter whether it to be troll other players, or to cause chaos to the story in some way 🤣🤣🤣

[@draginbane]

The side-by-side editing is a huge improvement!

[@MrSHADOWANGEL999]

The tide rolls in with a wave of blood and bone

[@Aero51100]

good episode. really enjoying Noshir and Ashly. Sam and Liam too. Aabria you are an awesome GM.

[@nyxus_s]

3:37:25 Honestly, not the weirdest thing I've seen at an IHOP.

[@papaya2417]

10/10 best chapter ever

[@timnolan1802]

"Barely have flashlights!" The first image that came to mind was a flashlight the size of a cinderblock attached to a Ghostbuster backpack that weighs in to like 150 pounds lol

[@KardNephilim]

Damn that was a movie in my head! i wish Tal dm the 4th circle !Aabria the work you give is a perfect orchestral machination ! Spencer wonderful world ! Matt is matt ... creature from gigax world !

[@roberts6489]

Loving all the these so far. I can see/understand why some people dislike this game as well as some people like it. I'd love to see B. Dave Walters, Becca Scott and Talesien (spelt wrong I know) among a few others, DM a story. It be great if Talesien being the DM for the final story with the other DM's as the players like the creme de la creme of Candela Obscura investigators investigating the most serious case.

[@Antomausk]

Madam Glask: 30:44 Cosmo: 2:24:01

[@niallh4]

Finally episode 2!

[@moonlit.luthor]

This is insanely good

[@Figgy5119]

Sometimes Aabria's makeup is a little too out there for my taste, but today she looks so stellar! And the spooky vibes narrations suit her style so much.

[@Snepajj]

Can't wait for the next episode!

[@1982evilj]

Sam and Abria in the first hour was intense!

[@PancakeMonster359]

45:33 Gadot and his Pop-Pop

[@ingridwrites]

Love this so much. Aabria's make up is top notch. 💫💫

[@AxlBluesox]

Sam's character is probably one of the most tragic in this new Candela universe so far, gradually becoming empty and loosing himself.

[@FireWolf583]

Chapter 1 was full of surprises Chapter 2 is full of sadness and heartache Chapter 3 I have yet to see

[@brennahagan6622]

“I knew the young man was a little troubled” so close, he’s full of locusts. 🙂

[@mercator79]

I have to say, seeing Sam as a badass is quite refreshing. Smiley Day this mother_

[@TitaniaBird]

Spoilers: When Aabria as the water creature is talking to Gina (Cordelia), anyone else get Babylon 5 vibes when Aabria asked, "What do you want?"

[@Landis963]

Loud and clear.

[@TMHUpNorth]

I really hope the finale episode of this circle hits it out of the park. I've found it difficult to watch these last two episodes, they just don't click with me. And I looooved the previous circle. 😢

[@inevra4053]

I need a Noshir whispering into my ear every night

[@laurabrandao7729]

I'm happy the girl stayed with the sentry, if it obeys her commands it could truly protect her That world isn't a safe place

[@Tomiskar]

Just getting around to watching this and leaving a comment for the sheer beauty of this chapter

[@stargazer1946]

Totally not almost more excited for this than the main cr campaign atm, definitely not a close contender at all.

[@okthen623]

i already regret commenting this but Rajan's design looks like the human version of Ratagan from the Great Mouse Detective

[@seven-cats-3]

pff

[@eruditocollective]

LIAM O'BRIEN DON'T YOU FUCKING DARE.

[@DrStormaggedon]

I love everything about the intro though couldnt help but pause at the missed opportunity for true horror in the first murder; it takes at least 40 seconds for an adult to drown after water has entered the lungs. Mere seconds would be considered a mercy.

[@cameronsandoval698]

Duuuuude. This is getting goooood!!

[@ΑντώνηςΣιμιτοπουλος]

Anyone know the song that plays roughly at 19:30? I have noticed it playing at almost all the episodes at some point but i can not bring my self to remember its name. Thanks in advance

[@HailHydra27]

jesus christ that intro. just make a damn short film already

[@bigsarge2085]

So good.

[@DamBrooks]

🤩 sheafing my blade 🎉

[@edwardfrench9368]

I'm currently at 1:35:41 and I'm not sure if this is a spoiler, but this is the thought that just popped into my head.... Is the little girl in the beginning Oscar's daughter? Did she make a deal to save him in exchange for serving a sea deity? Is she the voice he hears when he dies? And when he walks up to her as bait, will he recognize her? 😢 oh dear

[@Ryndika]

Why so many dislikes? Did someone blather about their love for pineapple pizza?

[@RLACDC2000]

does anyone know what the name of the song that plays around 51:40 is?

[@selena-9841]

IM SO EXCITED AHH!!!

[@gweebara]

Gina darling is a gift 🧧 ❤ what a backstory...

[@jupiterzombies]

not the solid red croks 😂😂😂