Dragon Slayer (Level Up) - NSP

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Animated by: Dalton Brown @TheSmashToons
Written by Dan Avidan and Brian Wecht
Performed by TWRP and Ninja Sex Party
Produced by Jim Roach
Engineers: Jim Roach and Jerik Centeno
Assistant Engineer: Clinton Welander
Mixed by Jim Roach
Mastered by Randy Merrill
Editing by Jerik Centeno and Jim Roach
Recorded at Sunset Sound and Santa Monica Recordings in Los Angeles California.

[@lemonygem4274]

The original version of this song was the first nsp song I ever heard. Glad to see it redone in an awesome way. Rock on Dan and Brian

[@thomashart22]

It might be mine as well. I loved NSP growing up. My older brother introduced me to them after Danny joined Game Grumps.

[@gingerguygaming1523]

can't beat the original song but yeah love the animation they did for this version

[@oddslice5231]

Me too!

[@Fezzchap]

I remember when it came out in 2015. My last year of Highschool. My first NSP song was Dinosaur Laser Fight way back when.

[@michaelthompson2363]

Its like im back in middle school again dude. I may not remember the words, but I was singing along the entire time

[@buddyzilla4557]

Sorry..but Arin as a homeless man in a dragon suit and Barry in his majestic Barrycorn onesey doing the dragon dance together in REAL LIFE will always be the level up version in my eyes. Still a cool cover!

[@PsychoDiesel48]

Yeah. Some of these are clear improvements but there are some with distinct passages that are just so iconic and amazing sounding. Some parts in 6969 level up come to mind. Just beats that didn't hut as hard or had enough behind them.

[@franksewell2589]

I got to say the Barrycorn onesey is missed in this version of the song.

[@brunosoares1612]

I agree. the audios are clearly a level up but the visuals couldn't possibly get any better than the original version

[@Velgar_Grim]

We are not going to talk about the complete lack of THE Dragon Dance? Absolute downgrade! OnO

[@GreatWightSpark]

At least they animated a sad Ross who got stood up for brunch.

[@JasonAFlintham]

Loving that you kept Arin in a onesie as the “dragon” and Ross being stood up at the long-standing brunch appointment.

[@aerial11]

Also Ninja Brian was fighting the dragon with him, but waiting at the restaurant at the same time. He can be in two places at once because Brian.

[@w00tberrypie48]

Ross is like the butt of every single joke, but you still can't help but eek out a "FUCK YOU, ROSS!" every now and then. LOL

[@oniwolfin9589]

Also, Dan does the vocals for the dragon still. because if we are being honest, who was gonna notice in the first place.

[@DavidAllanLaursen]

More than getting the girl he always slips in a unicorn. The last unicorn really meant a lot to him and its interesting to see how it's inspired a lot of his fantasies and seeing it represented is super fun.

[@brianstryker4536]

I wish the Horse was barry somehow

[@musclegeek1991]

Having a friend show up in a cheap dragon costume to sell that you’re a dragon slayer actually sounds like a not-terrible way to pick up a girl with a good sense of humor lol

[@mu2137]

Trust me I did stupid shit like that for the memes, I just left with a broken heart

[@geckyoskitz]

@@mu2137 most sane Andrew Tate fan

[@olserknam]

@@mu2137 Were you the slayer or the dragon?

[@wwm84]

If she rolls with it, she just might be wife material.

[@Bossfightmedia]

@@mu2137 Absolutely not trustworthy, the girl just sucked in a bad way.

[@DoubleL11862]

Damn, 8 year's later and Danny is still leaving Ross waiting for brunch.

[@corysagataw]

1:31 OMG that IS Ross, that poor bastard

[@joemorgan2390]

Yeah, they had to reschedule after last time, and now he missed an even longer standing appointment for brunch

[@anthonystaton3740]

"8 years Dan, waited, crying, for 8 years... YOU NEVER SHOWED"

[@SolstaceWinters]

He now lashes out on pro animators in Gartic Phone so that they might feel the sting he felt that day. In the moment, he is full, but he knows that deep down he still has a hole unfulfilled from that day at brunch.

[@mario31490]

That's what he gets for those mario maker levels

[@loganhoyt4432]

I love that every once in a while I get reminded about NSP.

[@welcomehome5510]

Me too, every single day I hit play on my music.

[@ronangus0575]

How can you forget?

[@qthesorrow7899]

You shouldn't need to be reminded about NSP! You need to heard at least one song from them a day! Something like their music to help us all get through these shittier times like a chuckle over something as small as Bryan's erectile disfunction.

[@hydralord1749]

RIGHT!!?

[@Eddy-xc4ni]

Reminded? Wierd they are constantly on my mind they are basically the only music I listen to outside of anime and videogame osts also wierd al

[@falconstudios146]

My interpretation of this song has always been that if Danny had led with "Hey, I'm Danny, I'm a musician" instead of lying about being a dragon slayer, he would totally have gotten laid along with the other guys.

[@grabble7605]

This song isn't deep or complex. It does not need interpretation.

[@joshwillingham4592]

@@grabble7605 Eh. It's art. There may be more useful or less useful interpretations on a larger scale, but on a personal scale, there isn't a wrong way to interperate art.

[@leatcanned]

@@joshwillingham4592 There is when you seek to find interpretation where there is only art. Sometimes it is only meant to experienced not explained.

[@joshwillingham4592]

@@leatcanned And that is your individual interpretation. If someone else gets something different out of it, they are not wrong for doing so. For some, experience means little without thought attached to it.

[@Eddy-xc4ni]

Um but Danny actually did slay a dragon It happened during the search for the sacred chalice of Ragaloch they just didn't have the footage and this is the footage after it was found You can tell because he didn't have the crazy awesomeness of the chalice and that's why the girl picked everyone else instead of him

[@rottenfruit7833]

2:56, the fact the contenent is still benched from ealier just goes to show the incredible level of detail and the fact that Danny actually did that. What a rippa.

[@J2982able]

If you hadn't mentioned it I'd not of noticed, and I thank you for this.

[@LostInPhilly89]

*continent

[@Redhotquagmire]

@@J2982able not have* noticed

[@Redhotquagmire]

@@J2982able C'mon man, haven't you seen could've vs could of?

[@topasu9454]

did you have a stroke writing this

[@DoubleL11862]

I like to imagine Danny carries a dragon costume with him all the time just waiting to shoot his shot.

[@animeAJproductions]

Bukkake!

[@neppertune]

kinda hard to do when he's married

[@Japanlover79]

he is a dragon slayer after all.

[@noobtube4057]

I like to imagine..............dragons

[@moemuxhagi]

@@animeAJproductions a _mythical beast_ bukkake, please and thank you

[@4LeafCamver]

So insane to see this animated after all this time lol

[@DarkerThanDark69]

Same

[@ZeSpyIsHere]

Yeah their animator is making a cartoon

[@angelaplays]

Lmao

[@lukismalzahn2576]

THE CTHULHU!?

[@vanrubik]

I love how magical the new version of this track sounds for general listening, but the comedic value of the original will stay with me forever!

[@jslaughter95]

TRP is fucking BOMB and I love hearing them paired up with NSP, they jive so well together

[@manthacake7881]

This version is great, but the OG will always have my heart. Can't leave out Danny, Arin and Barry's dragon dance!

[@siegeworksgfx3161]

I can't get over how much emphasis and power he puts into every mention of 'DRAGON' in this song. There's such a punch to that word every time.

[@conndorwizabinro896]

I really loved that the girl actually seemed like she was having fun and just ended up choosing the rest of them. It made the animation feel very cheery and light in my eyes

[@megadog9305]

She also has a genuine moment with The Dragon too, which is adorable.

[@dv7533]

She was clearly intimidated by all the totally legit achievements and deemed herself unworthy of such greatness. That's why you should only mention one at a time, not overwhelm someone with a bunch of them at once.

[@alexsheppard237]

@@dv7533 you clearly have experience lifting continental shelves and killing mythical beasts

[@TarotVylan]

@@dv7533 loudly proclaiming that she was in love with his nuts in the middle of a party probly didn't help his case much either.

[@dv7533]

@@alexsheppard237 Actually, I don't lift continental shelves, my neighbors wouldn't appreciate it, as for mythical beasts, I may or may not be the reason they are so rare nowadays.

[@taylorwolfshade8843]

I love how Arin was like "yeah, sorry man" when he went with the lady lol

[@JoeyN]

This animator does not get enough props, there's so much detail and it looks incredible, well done!

[@zebobbe2587]

How are not more people freaking out over that insane batlle sequence? Top tier animations as always

[@GameGrumps]

POGGERS

[@MateusSarlet]

boggers

[@jerimywilliamson9673]

Arin Neverbone is still in the present I see.

[@somecollegekid4425]

To whomever wrote this comment, I am permanently revoking your speaking privileges

[@Lelo.j.w]

why are the only replies a year after the comment

[@TheVeeBeaT]

I absolutely LOVE the visual style of the animation, and clearly Dalton Brown is massively talented. Huge props for the hard work and effort, it looks incredible. And the new Level Up sound is very cool, really lets you hear how NSP has changed over the years. BUT. The minimalist comedy style of the original is just too tough to beat. It was like the whole thing was just a massive exaggeration of Danny Sexbang's imagination, like we were hearing the version that he hears in his head when actually everyone at the party just stares awkwardly. I'm sure there's probably some kind of fancy term for it. Lo-fi comedic juxtaposition? idk lol

[@Timplaysrhcp]

I agree wholefartedly.

[@MetaCrossing]

The stock images and gifs in the original absolutely added to the charm, and really fit with Danny's "total confidence and extreme incompetence" character. That being said, I love how much NSP has evolved over the years, and they certainly sound better than ever; it just doesn't quite fit the silliness the first few albums were going for.

[@FizzLeeague]

The term you're looking for is bathos: (especially in a literary work) an effect of anticlimax created by an unintentional lapse in mood from the sublime to the trivial or ridiculous.

[@IceBridget]

totally agree, the joke is the booming lyrics contrasting the amusingly simple visuals. but now everything is dialled up to 11 for appeal alone.

[@SpaceBreakdown]

@@Timplaysrhcp did u just

[@TeeMontague]

The melodic phrasing and chord changes (especially towards end of the chorus) are just pure exceptional songwriting. Out of this world talent on show.

[@_Banjo_]

dont know how to describe it but i love the excitement in Dan's voice when he's saying "You'll be my DRAGON slayer wife". The enthuses and layering of the character's voice is great

[@user-ih5uu8cl5g]

I was literally telling my fiancé just the other day that thing song slaps and I’d love to hear it redone. Danny’s vocal style has changed so much since Attitude City (or NSP songs as a whole, rather) and it shows. :)

[@colewegner7576]

This version was out for a while, this is just animated. You got your wish sooner than you thought you did!

[@PlushiePoogle]

This album came out October of last year, they redid quite a few of their older songs c:

[@Silver_Crow]

Check out the album "Level Up" for more redone nsp songs

[@brenokv]

Yea ...kinda miss old more janky style it had some edge, but hey band still good

[@Raptor_Jesus.]

I’m sad that the manticore no longer makes a sound when he leaves, was a highlight of the original video.

[@wonderlady5835]

This version of dragon slayer is a real master piece

[@wonderlady5835]

Extras 29 Digimon Frontier 30 Bungou Stray dogs 31 Bleach 32 Blood Blockade Battlefront

[@lunaris69]

i love both of them

[@N0tsaved]

This is a hell of a remaster. This animator's style really suits the band.

[@DaRealKovi]

Yeah, I agree! It's soft, floaty and still lively as hell. Beautiful use of colors too, I think that's the strong suit of this one

[@mogbo8111]

Its also adorable@@DaRealKovi

[@ImBarelyMe]

Yet again, gorgeous animation, perfectly fitting with legendary vocals

[@tnt8826]

Absolutely incredible. Amazing work ❤❤❤ Edit: The sad shot of Ross and TWRP sent my sides into orbit. 1:31

[@innkeepermolimo4548]

Havve looks so sad 🥺

[@bardiel83]

@@innkeepermolimo4548 ikr, poor Martha

[@Knightfall8]

this is hands down one of the most amazing animated music videos ive ever seen. BUT. I miss the goofy low budget live action videos lol

[@leoneyamada5408]

i enjoy both. the goofy low budget live action vids are great but you are limited in what you can do. in animation its nearly limitless and you can craft something so eye pleasing it will look amazing for years to come. i would say the best song danny has covered is starlight patrol. because seriously that animation gives me nostalgia even during my first viewing... thats something that is insanely hard to do. and the team did that for a whole music video. it is a masterpiece that i think rivals even the most well invested tv shows ever produced. like if i had to choose between starlight patrol and adventure time... starlight patrol just looks way better. and adventure time had hundreds of thousands of dollars behind its every episode... and then there is the live action vids like 6969 which have fun moments but it just doesnt hit nearly as good as starlight patrol did for me

[@thetwomind5912]

I have to love how you can see she’s genuinely enjoying the song and actually considering picking Danny before deciding otherwise. And how eager and excited Danny is to shoot his shot. It’s adorable!

[@fettwampe]

I love the Level Up stuff. But the original first two albums will always have a special place in my heart for the minimalistic greatness! I like the old style of the videos and songs even more to this day (because that's when I started listening). So hey, if you read this, and this gets a load of likes, maybe consider doing just one song in the style of the first two albums, including video, please?! A single or on album, it would mean the world to us!

[@sjwilkin]

Yeah the old original stuff is 100x better than album 3 onward

[@abirvandergriff8584]

Oh man, same. I started listening shortly before Strawberries and Cream came out, and I really miss the missing skit vocals in these versions.

[@claybear1196]

i love those first albums too! they did so much with the limited resources they had and it turned out awesome. i prefer them over Level Up (both are awesome though)

[@GilesArt]

It's called over-production, and it unfortunately happens to most things or people when they get big. Like AVGN videos in the early days vs now. South Park's another great example - they started off simplistic, but then went up their own butt with their animation. FYI: I like all the folks I just referenced, in fact I'm a big fan of all of them. But it doesn't change the fact that more money = bloated productions. Kinda like how Microsoft Word is the most complicated program on the planet but no one asked or wanted it to be.

[@carl_consumer.of.reality]

@@sjwilkin Attitude City was the same way though, TWRP didn't join til Under the Covers. imo AC is the best album

[@TheSpeedfoever]

It's my birthday today and seeing this made my day! One of my favorite songs on NSP ever!

[@lukesanchez2688]

happy birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉

[@charleston1789]

Happy birthday internet friend! 🥳

[@kr1stphr]

Happy birthday!! My birthday was a few days ago too :)

[@OneHandHolly]

Happy birthday!! 🥳🥳🥳

[@Iwishihadacoolscreenname]

The art style is so cute. It's very Scott Pilgrim. Makes Danny seem even more endearing.

[@jakederouin9116]

That’s what I was thinking!

[@MongoTheMagnificent666]

The world needs an NSP animated series of Danny and Brian in a magical land going on adventures

[@mogbo8111]

why does this not have replies. we need this to happen

[@empressredbird]

Great remake! While I prefer Arin's part more in the original, this new take definitely sounds new and modern overall! Both versions are great~

[@skepticalbadger]

I think you mean Danny :)

[@empressredbird]

@@skepticalbadger oh you're totally right! I just listened back to the original version. With Arin on-screen, I was successfully tricked into thinking he sung that

[@CraigyDizzle]

@@empressredbird I can't believe I've only just realised this too 😅 the magic has been broken!

[@Viennery]

I love that arran was the dragon. I always thought NSP+TWRP would make for a great animated series about time travelling ninjas who got their power from future cyborg heroes and went back in time to meet Egoraptor who was just a caveman dressed up as a dinosaur. This confirms my headcannon. Netflix should get on this!

[@BaronSengir1008]

Can't forget the Samurai Abstinence Patrol!

[@Skarwind]

They'd never finish it if Netflix had it.

[@davidben-shabbat2766]

"this guy is a weight lifter but i can bench and entire continental shelf" is the most amazing phrase ive ever heard!!!

[@himynameisrobby]

I can't believe I'm just discovering this version now. This has always been my favorite NSP song but I thought the mix from the original didn't do it much justice. The Level Up version is definitely the mix I've wanted for years! Such a kickass hook and the backup vocals aren't too overpowering.

[@rainebierman1798]

I remember listening to the orginal when it first came out and couldn't put it down for the longest time. Hearing it again after all this time hit hard, I love you guys sm

[@chocolatecoveredgames]

Whoever did the animation for this has a real gift.

[@stockmanprodigy4293]

No shot that she could say no after this display of just pure unadulterated confidence and entertainment Also the more I listen to this the more and more I get wierd al vibes he clearly draws inspiration from him its so cool

[@rosemaryreynolds6492]

As someone who married a guy who talked about Doctor Who and Star Trek for two hours on our first date, then proceeded to take me on dates to comic conventions and the ren fair... Yes, this would have worked LOL

[@AdriftLegend]

The animation was absolutely incredible & although I appreciate the work that went into making the "leveled up" version of this song, you can't improve on what's already perfect. The original still wins out for me.

[@typacsk]

The vocals are a lot clearer in this version, which is helpful considering how out-of-nowhere some of the lyrics are XD

[@boodles25]

hell yeah this one of my faves!!!

[@HawaiianKinguin]

Oh my God this animation is BEAUTIFUL!!! I loved this entire album, and glad these updated tracks are getting more music videos as well, even if they take longer to make its worth the wait, all the references and nostalgia was great.

[@kidz890]

Toon Arin is just like 'I'm just gonna roll with it. Whatever.' Kills me everytime

[@aethers_edits6382]

D&D players trying to get a lover be like

[@dryiyce5347]

Kinda wanna see this video with the original song 🤔

[@docterfantazmo]

I heard Ross is still waiting for lunch to this day.

[@yhacobb]

".... and the dragon....." has me dying every time. Love the song, and the animation is top notch stuff!

[@cadencebirdsong]

The section at at 1:35 honestly makes this the best version for me, Dan’s delivery is better imo and the fucking DRUM FILLS ARE INSANE

[@nopesodope8060]

Okay so listen to TWRP then, amazing music is their whole thing

[@LifeXM]

Thank you for keeping the Arin and Ross cameos.

[@yotube155]

The jankiness of the low-budget original will always hold a special place in my heart, but this video absolutely fucking rules

[@NewGuy2534]

Danny missing brunch was the start of Evil Ross - ie, regular Ross.

[@Wolfattwilight6986]

Im glad arin was still included in this one, he makes a badass dragon lol. The animation is awsome! Great homage to the original!

[@MinishDude]

That's awesome, this was one of the songs that got me into NSP (alongside Attitude City) I just wish the dragon dance itself made the cut (along with Barry's unicorn costume, although I dunno how things were with him after he left Game Grumps)

[@pharaoh4064]

If you want info about Barry, he’s got a twitch channel and still uploads How About This Game? videos.

[@justina1909]

From what I recall the grumps and Barry are still on good terms, he just wanted to move on and do other things with his life

[@Firomus]

An absolutely amazing animation. There were so many things I loved about it. It pairs so well with the song. My favourite part though would have to be Danny's smile at 1:01. It's adorable

[@SynchronizorVideos]

Oh man. I saw this pop up and threw it on while I was cooking for some background audio. But the amazing animation kept me so distracted I had to pause it until I finished with the food, and then start it over from the beginning on my big TV. Absolutely outstanding. This has always been one of my favorite NSP songs, and this animation more than did it justice. This may even beat out the original music video for me; but I think I’ll have to re-watch it another dozen or more times to be sure…

[@cggtr]

I love this art style, fantastic job in making me fall in love with this song again.

[@ElNumro23]

It's been well over 10 years since I was first introduced to NSP with the original music video for this song. We've come so far and I'm so proud 🫂

[@shoken4421]

This song is an absolute blast. Danny and Brian outdid themselves once again. Hats off to you gents👍

[@CoraxSage]

As a member in good standing in the Karate Bear Guild (Local 873), let me state that we automatically disavow any members that are revealed to have worked with evil-aligned dragons, be it recently or in the past.

[@TwiggyShei]

Damn this is such a fantastic rehash of the already-godlike original. I love being an NSP fan, you can tell ahead of time that every new song or video will be a winner.

[@jahuhahu]

I love how Brian's fury won't allow an animation style to change his eyes.

[@oisinmurphy8242]

I love the fact that nsp has grown in skill but is still as silly that's something else

[@NOLANRYANHOSKINS]

I've seen the original 100s of times and listened thousands throughout the years, but the animation I love it. I can not believe I am just now seeing this but I just love it so cute.

[@winterskingx2189]

What a masterpiece

[@RhetoricalRabbit]

Drag-Arin just chatting and their moment together was unexpectedly wholesome. 2:47

[@rocknrollson9440]

love you brian and dan!!!

[@joshX200]

love it as always, you all never disappoint. Keep on rockin!

[@CoreyPineStudios]

The animation and character design is giving me massive Scott Pilgrim vibes and I love it!! Another banger song and I can’t wait for the new album!!!!

[@quriline5083]

It been like less than a minute & everything about this is already amazing ✨

[@chromark7552]

Man those are a blast from the past, loving the level up songs guys, keep em coming!

[@driftingswordsmanzer]

The scientist is just straight up filmore and I love it.

[@Arewmon]

The original was the first NSP song I ever listened too and this is a fantastic revamp! Love the song and animation!

[@AlanOfficialBoi]

YEAH. NEW NSP! Now that that's said, its a genuinely good song

[@ricardotellezalzu3430]

The scientist looks like Fillmore, the Disney TV series!!! Very funny video!!

[@arandomgoose4843]

Sounds like he's trying to slay some other things tonight

[@ThatGuyWhoFanDubs]

TheSmashToons really knocked this one out of the park. Super amazing work everyone!

[@kimchi8022]

Such a big fan of NSP and their love for 2D animation!!

[@FrizzleBlitz]

SAMEE!!

[@thatfuckerwhossleepy2696]

art style is amazing

[@vexedlex8230]

I love that Ninja Brian was fighting alongside Danny but was still able to attend the brunch.

[@soon3528]

This brings back so many memories. I'm really glad ya'll decided to animate this :^)

[@DrBanana30]

Wonderful art, absolutely love it

[@dash2justice]

this is great, I love everything about this.

[@personontheinternet9383]

I love this remaster so much. the animation and the song are seriously impeccable

[@dragonslayerbmx8476]

As an expert on Dragon Slaying, I must say, I'm glad that I chose this song as my theme song so many years ago. This is getting played at my wedding. Rock on Danny boy, rock on.

[@sacha_geek]

Yayyy ! The animation was gorgeous af !🔥 what a nice surprise, you're killing it like always 💙

[@rmrichmario9421]

Perfection at its finest. Don’t stop what your doing NSP, your songs are always the best.

[@lorrainewallis9560]

Soooo cool !!!! Congrats for making this!

[@epiknis3035]

Your guy’s music always puts a smile on my face, thanks for everything

[@BunnyLove5763]

It’s so cool to hear this song remastered. This was one of my faves back in the day. The animation is crazy!

[@DillonMaynard]

This has been my favorite NSP song for years. Thank you so much for this!

[@chiyoko7335]

All these visual gags are fantastic! Also the fight scenes were awesome :D

[@pastelgem5950]

I really loved how charming the animation style was! The song was so great too it's clear you had a blast writing this, you're super talented and your work has so much fun pouring out of it!!

[@LaykaTheWuffinator]

I absolutely love this.

[@radicool21]

My favorite part of this is the other dudes gawking at (Brian's) abs at 0:55

[@ChortlesTheClown]

Hey guys I live on that continent, when is it gonna go back down? Im scared

[@TheBlueBlazes_]

I love this. Animation has always been close to my heart, as well as NSP. Now I am full of joy!! Also, this is really beautifully animated. Good job!!

[@imei2006]

I loved the call backs to the original vid and the style was so flipping cute

[@Donarex]

Love this so much, Dragon Slayer is my favourite NSP song!! Love the animation and the updated song so much!

[@EricMadWolf]

Since nobody said it... Congratulations Dan! You slayed the dragon! However, your princess is in another castle.

[@christinafalke1557]

It was so cute!! Animator did an incredible job and I as always loved hearing the Danny and the band rock it out! So excited to see the acoustic tour coming to FL in October!