WE'RE SO BACK | Arcane Season 2 Episodes 1-3 Act One Reaction!

[@emme]

This first arc was amazing!!!!!

[@evilwelshman]

42:26 What's up with Ella Purnell and her characters always losing a finger??!! 😂😂

[@heyitsmeagain6897]

Ouh true...she lost one in Fallout as well😂

[@JackOiswatching]

"Yeah, about Amara, won't be seeing her tommara!" Straight to jail with you.

[@evilwelshman]

I feel Jinx adopting the little kid is incredibly fitting. It carries on that circle. When Vander first took Vi and Powder in, I suspect he probably wasn't really the parental type; only for him to step up to the plate when the need arose. Likewise, Silco taking Powder / Jinx in significantly changed him and his priorities without him even realising. I imagine Jinx taking the kid under her wing will play a significant role in her development.

[@mimic1984]

This show is a kick in the face to most animated shows out there. THIS. IS. CINEMA! 💜

[@mimic1984]

I'm happy that they're doing a 3 act release again, let's the audience bask in what they just watched. 💜

[@evilwelshman]

The Vi / Jinx / Caitlyn / Sevika fight was so visceral and captivating to watch. You could sense how much they all hated the other side. They were all so focused and dead-set on taking out their enemy that none of them seemed to even stop to notice how reality was warping around them.

[@mimic1984]

Some people feel this first act to be rushed, but here's how I personally see it... The first act in the first season went slower because it was introducing the characters, the world, and establishing the relationships within it. Since we have all of this established now, it only makes sense to go go go in this season. Besides, this is very accurate in how fast this situation would escalate. The capital of the city was blown to bits, leaving 3 councilors dead...it would be absolute chaos and things would be happening left and right. Just thought I'd say that. You can disagree with me if ya want but...honestly I won't be listening to any negative feedback, I really won't care. 💜

[@SaturnG_url]

I totally agree!!! It’s a common critique of second seasons, but the pacing will always be different considering we’ve established all the characters and the world we’re in. Thinking deeper as to why he’s moving fast then makes it make sense

[@アキコ2003]

That is not how you see it, it is a fact of film making and storytelling. This wasnt rushed, it was a story that already had established its characters and plotlines. So yes, some people just dont know how stories are made.

[@wl4810]

What kind of animals would attack a memorial ? The kind who doesn't get to have memorials in the first place, partly due to the person currently at the center of the memorial attacked.

[@chrishaven1489]

If I had a nickel for every time a Medarda elevated another Piltovan above their initial station, I'd have two nickels. Which isn't a lot but it's crazy that it happened twice

[@rosisosa5759]

47:31 Exactly, she directly helped with the attack (or even organized it), which is why they didn't kill Mel when they could have. Ambessa has been wanting a war between Zaun and Piltover since season 1, I guess it's because of the hextech weapons. She needs them manufactured, and without a reason for war, that wouldn't be possible

[@Fionalah]

Fantastic reaction again Emme! It's been so long since we watched it with you back in the day! Also your kitty is gorgeous!

[@rosisosa5759]

1:34 I'm not sure there would have been peace anyway, because the deal between Jayce and Silco was that Silco had to hand over Jinx, and Silco wasn't about to do that. Peace was never really on the table; let's just say Jinx... hit the gas

[@SPAMusubiHalau]

Some of us were here when you reacted to season 1 - some of us are still here. 🤙🏾

[@mimic1984]

I'm not emotionally ready for this...this...season...will...destroy...me. 😢 😭 If Ella Purnell (Jinx's Actress) cried after filming the finale for this season, a good majority of us are sure to as well.

[@lowkeyz99]

I can see why this season took 3 years to make! Not only is the writing and voice acting top tier, the animation is mind blowing. You could pause at any frame of this show and it looks like it should be shown at the Louvre. Especially the funeral scene for Caitlyn’s mother.

[@Maethrys]

i saw this comment somewhere

[@Quaxly6]

​@@MaethrysME TOO LOL

[@Jaemy_art]

Bro is spamming it XD

[@Jaemy_art]

True tho

[@lowkeyz99]

@@Maethrys yes, I saw these comments on other channel from the same person. I just want to copy before he got here first 😂

[@snowown]

I cry to everything arcane, and i dont know why. Action? Crying, sad stuff? crying, music, crying.

[@Dave1507]

Might have nothing to do with arcane...

[@snowown]

@@Dave1507 Nah, its only to arcane.

[@mattfromwiisports4910]

Vi and jinx’s ep. 3 fight was amazing ngl.

[@Sirbartholomew]

Omg this reactor is so sweet!

[@haha2134]

The only "League of Legends players will get this" references you need to know (without spoilers, I won't name them either to save them for you in case they are involved later.): All 3 ending scenes are teasing the upcoming entry of a League of Legends champion, though you can probably guess some backstory. The old woman who ambushed Ambessa has a black rose in her hand, which is linked with a group from League of Legends which includes (or has association) with a few champions of the Noxian faction. This is also interesting as last season there was crows everywhere whenever things happened, which directly links to the quote of one of these champions in game. Also another one was likely the one speaking through the old woman's body. (Potentially opens up the door for the setting of their next series, if they continue.) Also Jinx tells a story about a "wind lady", this is a direct reference to a League champion, who can be seen displayed on the mosaic when Jinx jumps into the air with her rocket launcher, and is interesting as this characters shield increases attack damage (As she's doing her bumper shot.) Great reaction as always, was looking forward to this one.

[@meewec2091]

my favorite part of anyone reacting to this is how negatively they react to singed's activities. meanwhile i'm just like "fucking singed" because i know his activities in the show are pretty tame on the singed atrocities meter.

[@mimic1984]

I'm so happy I waited to watch the first season until 6-8 months ago. Didn't need to wait nearly as long. 💜

[@tomytouru408]

Caitlyn becoming a dictator and gassing the undercity is crazy 💀

[@adambauckham]

Did see someone say it's kind of like Hitler. How Caitlynn turned out to be

[@hamsterfromabove8905]

The final message her mother leaves her says the undercity deserves to breathe and then Caitlyn said "no they don't".

[@Amalia-dz3tk]

She isolated the areas she gassed we see this when the enforces go down there.

[@Amalia-dz3tk]

The literally made a point to show tha she only used the grey against the chambarons and Jinx in the tunnels.

[@tomytouru408]

@@Amalia-dz3tk still a war crime.. still toxic gass. Vi siding with cops who killed her parents and then raiding their childhood arcade hangout while using gas is wild too 💀

[@wow664112]

You know Arcane is special when Emme had to make a silly joke at the beginning

[@mimic1984]

-Episode 1 Heavy is the Crown Full Song Lyrics (Vocals by Mike Shinoda and Emily Armstrong): It’s pouring in, it laid on the floor again One knock at the door and then We both know how the story ends, you can’t win Get your white flags out when the war begins Aimin’ so high but swingin’ so low Tryna catch fire, but feelin’ so cold Hold it inside and hope they won’t show Sayin’ it’s not, but inside I know Today is gonna be the day you notice ‘Cause I’m tired of explainin’ what the joke is Today is gonna be the day you notice ‘Cause I’m tired of explainin’ what the joke is This is what you asked for, heavy is the crown Fire in the sunrise, ashes rainin’ down Tryna hold it in but it keeps bleedin’ out This is what you asked for, heavy is the Heavy is the crown Turned to run, now look what it’s become Outnumbered tеn to one Back then, should’ve bit your tonguе There’s no turnin’ back this path once it’s begun You’re already on that list Say you don’t want what you can’t resist Waving that sword when the pen won’t miss Watchin’ it all fallin’ apart like this This is what you asked for, heavy is the crown Fire in the sunrise, ashes rainin’ down Tryna hold it in but it keeps bleedin’ out This is what you asked for, heavy is the Heavy is the crown Today is gonna be the day you notice ‘Cause I’m tired of explainin’ what the joke is This is what you asked for This is what you asked for, heavy is the crown Fire in the sunrise, ashes rainin’ down Tryna hold it in but it keeps bleedin’ out This is what you asked for, heavy is the Heavy is the crown 💜

[@dann3r55]

i would love to see the whole season 2 on cinema. binge it all and just be in awe of the continium of this masterpiece named Arcane.

[@niallnochill]

eeek, editing my reaction now!! THIS SHOW IS SO DAMN GOOOOOD EMME!!!

[@Aaniel_al.Meara.]

Ariana, what are you doing here Can't wait for your reaction now

[@emme]

Omg YAY i love when we react to the same things!!!!!!

[@CRANKYFATKIDTV]

You will be shocked on what the thing is in the ending clips or who it is (100% you will be shocked)

[@mimic1984]

Imma be extra and put the lyrics to the shows songs in each episode they play in, Just to show appreciation for the music. -Episode 1 I Can't Hear it Now Lyrics (Vocals by Freya Ridings): There is an ocean so dark down below the waves Where you watch while these dreams gently float away And there is a silence so soft it's only memory Like the way your voice always sounds when you sing to me But I can't hear it now Just tell me how to keep breathing while pretending I’m not drowning I don’t know if I could I watched a door close for good ‘Cause I couldn’t keep it open But I can't hear it now Just tell me how to keep breathing while pretending I'm not drowning I don't know if I could. 💜

[@newmie]

64K subs LFG Eme!

[@emme]

Thank you!!

[@mimic1984]

-Episode 3 Hellfire Lyrics (Vocals by Fever 333): Intro] Whatchu know about that? [Verse 1] Can I do the right thing for the wrong reason? Is it bad that I'm making friends with my demons, and Living by a couple deadly sins Just to make sure I finish what you began And I ain't afraid to lose a life or ten If it means that I get to win in the end (Woo) So I'ma do this on my own, step into the danger zone Pull the pin and watch it blow [Pre-Chorus] I would rather die alone Oh, I would rather die alone Oh, I would rather die [Chorus] Come out and play Let it rain down hellfire Can't hide away, yeah It's judgement day And no one gets out alive Verse 2] Where you gonna hide when it's on sight When the dogs start feeding? You should pick a side, maybe you could die Go down with some all star heathens Everybody killing, ain't nobody really willing To think of all the chaos and the blood spilling But when you live for the thrill that death's giving I'd rather have some fun than to be forgiven Live by a couple deadly sins Just to make sure I finish what you began And I ain't afraid to lose a life or ten If it means that I get the win in the end, woo So I'ma do this on my own, step into the danger zone Pull the pin and watch it blow [Pre-Chorus] I would rather die alone Oh, I would rather die alone Oh, I would rather die Oh, I would rather die [Chorus] Come out and play Let it rain down hellfire Can't hide away, yeah It's judgement day And no one gets out alive 💜

[@mimic1984]

Anyone else hold their chest where their heart is during the Vi/Jinx fight? I wasn't worried about the sisters, I was deathly worried for Caitlyn. 💜

[@Swifter31]

The reason that one scene reminded you of Gorillaz is the same animation studio actually animated a Gorillaz music video.

[@evilwelshman]

14:45 Why is that one so gigantic? Clearly, big boi over there has been eating his Weetabix 😁😁

[@mimic1984]

-Episode 2 Sucker Lyrics (Vocals by Marcus King): No red rose on your grave, you poor sucker One by one, all these bloodhounds keep coming Sleep in the casket you made, you're gone, sucker But you're mad if you thought I'd let you go No Get the fuck outta' my head So long, sucker I don't wanna see you, I hate this life Get your fingers out of my hair You're gone, sucker Good luck killing me 'cause I'm already, already Dead Inside Dirty little animals, you cannibals, eat your supper One by one, all these vultures keep coming Pretty little lamb, don't come down here, you're gone sucker But you're mad if you thought I'd let you go (haha) Get the fuck outta my head So long, sucker I don't wanna see you, I hate this life Get your fingers out of my hair You're gone, sucker Good luck killing me 'cause I'm already, already Get the fuck outta my head So long, sucker I don't wanna see you, I hate this life Get your fingers out of my hair You're gone, sucker Good luck killing me 'cause I'm already, already Dead inside Get your fingers out of my hair You're gone, sucker Good luck killing me 'cause I'm already, already Dead inside 💜

[@mimic1984]

-Episode 2 Renegade (We Never Run) Lyrics (Vocals by Raja Kumari and Stefflon Don): Don, whoa, badness, ahh Let's go [Verse 1: Stefflon Don] If it's popping then you know we showing up Bad b from the east till you repping just throw it up Real breddas show me love cos they loving the way I buss These Glocks semi automatic, rev it, gear it up If we popping ain't no stopping, these bullets don’t give a f*** Who you wid, what your colour, your papa, ya mudda, son We do dis for fun Million, money, mega jon It's the Don, tell these bitches we wid it, we never run [Chorus: Stefflon Don, Stefflon Don &] It's the Don, tell these b****** we wid it, we nеver run It's the Don, tell thеse b****** we wid it, we never run [Post-Chorus] Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade (Just saying) Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade (Just saying) Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade (Just saying) Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade [Verse 2: Stefflon Don] We never stop stop shit This that brick mosh pit Bring it back, never lack This that King Kong drift Aim and pop that prick This that get back brick Ain't no halo on my head, bitch, I’m not Saint Nick Bring it back (whoa) It's the Don, tell these b****** we wid it, we never run [Chorus: Stefflon Don, Stefflon Don &] It's the Don, tell these b****** we wid it, we never run It's the Don, tell these b****** we wid it, we never run [Post-Chorus] Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade (Just saying) Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade (Just saying) Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade (Just saying) Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade Renegade, renegade, renegade, renegade [Verse 3] She alfa, I'm major We ain't afraid to die Spit hot masala Ghost chili burn like fire Bazooka, straight through you I put you back in line My b****** down to ride You ain't a friend of mine Had to bleep put a certain word, YT don't seem to like that word. 💜

[@ArcaneMelodies82]

Caitlyn got promoted to Macbeth & Ambessa will be whispering in her ear to go to the extremes to get her revenge. Did not end well for Macbeth, Ok if Cait has to Kill Cait that is just too Shakespearean, let's go with Ambessa being the one to die in the final ACT. Not Cait. Even though they have already Set Cait up to be Macbeth, I mean she used the Grey, A Toxic gas that does major damage to the lungs and she used it as a weapon just to get Jinx, Ends Justify the means. Cait was already losing it. I asked AI if there were parallels to Arcane Season 2 and Macbeth possibly being Caitlyn. AI keeps blowing my mind, check this out. If the rest of the season Arcane goes full Macbeth, Based on the scenario you've described, we can draw some interesting parallels between the characters in Arcane and those in Shakespeare's Macbeth. Here's how some of the major Arcane characters might align with Macbeth characters: Character Parallels Caitlyn Kiramman as Macbeth Caitlyn is being positioned as the central figure, similar to Macbeth. She's being manipulated into a position of power, potentially declaring martial law, which mirrors Macbeth's rise to kingship17. Ambessa Medarda as Lady Macbeth Ambessa seems to be playing a role similar to Lady Macbeth. She's the manipulator behind the scenes, orchestrating events to push Caitlyn into a position of power for her own ambitions8. Like Lady Macbeth, she's using her influence to shape events and push the protagonist towards a darker path. Vi as Banquo Vi could be seen as a Banquo-like figure. As Caitlyn's close friend and potential love interest, she represents a moral compass and a link to Caitlyn's past. Like Banquo, she might become a threat to Ambessa's plans due to her influence over Caitlyn7. Jinx as Macduff Jinx, as Caitlyn's nemesis and a symbol of the conflict between Piltover and Zaun, could be seen as a Macduff-like character. She represents the opposition to the new regime and could potentially be the one to challenge Caitlyn's rule8. Jayce as Duncan Jayce, as a leader in Piltover, could be seen as a Duncan-like figure. His potential opposition to martial law or his own political ambitions might put him at odds with Caitlyn's new role10. Mel Medarda as Malcolm Mel, opposing her mother's militaristic ambitions and working for peace, could be seen as a Malcolm-like character. She represents a potential alternative to the path of conflict10. Thematic Parallels The situation in Arcane echoes several themes from Macbeth: Ambition and its corrupting influence Manipulation and political intrigue The burden of power and leadership The conflict between loyalty and personal gain It's important to note that while these parallels are interesting, Arcane is its own unique story. The characters and plot will likely diverge significantly from Macbeth as the series progresses, offering its own twists and complexities78

[@mimic1984]

-Episode 3 To Ashes And Blood Lyrics (Vocals by Woodkid): [Verse 1] You walk along the edge of danger And it will change you Why would you let this voice set in your head? It is meant to destroy you You summon storms, you play with nature Now watch it hurt you Why would you want to shape the world in your hands? You will never make it through [Pre-Chorus] Shuriman Chants [Chorus] Catch the fire burning out your soul Just make it die or you will turn it all [Post-Chorus] To ashes and blood (Shuriman Chants) To ashes and blood (Shuriman Chants) [Verse 2] You waste your life to gain power You shift the game rules How does it feel to reach the line that no one ever got to cross? Does it make you a god now? Every sin will be forgiven If you lay down your weapons to the ground [Pre-Chorus] [Shuriman Chants] [Chorus] Catch the fire burning out your soul [Shuriman Chants] Just make it die or you will fall [Shuriman Chants] Catch the fire burning out your soul (Shuriman Chants] Just make it die or you will turn it all [Shuriman Chants] [Post-Chorus] To ashes and blood [Shuriman Chants] To ashes and blood [Shuriman Chants] To ashes and blood [Shuriman Chants] To ashes and blood [Shuriman Chants] To ashes and blood 💜

[@paulalexandredumasseauvan2357]

enjoyed your reaction 👍☺

[@davidmolloy8255]

Your hair is beautiful!

[@emme]

Thank you!!

[@cursedy__]

omg watching this with u i forgot mel knew it was someone from piltover who gave zaun info i wonder if she suspected it was her mother

[@Vin_Venture896]

What’s with all the damn bots on Arcane posts repeating the same copy/pasted comments over and over 💀

[@JetGosling]

welcome to viktors jesus arc

[@adambauckham]

(Non spoilers) For you that isn't deep in the league lore (which is getting into watching), there be a few things that fly over your head. Black rose and the "creepy guy" at the end with the big wolf 🐺 looking thing. Me and probably a few other people that follow you know a bit better about what they are, or what's going on

[@jarvisfowlkes3200]

Great reaction, Emme Isha, the kid is a girl, btw

[@aPhatPhoenix]

Yo chat, I think Mimic1984 is excited about the new season. Idk though.

[@SjsjsjsjxkZ]

Why does jinx get jealous of Caitlin because she is vis sister but Caitlin is then vis partner those are 2 different relationship types does this indicate how powder is truly lost

[@_MicZ_]

"Almost like Gorillaz" ... funny you should say this .. same animation studio 🙂

[@emme]

Oh wow cool!!! I didnt know that

[@TrueHDR]

Can't wait to watch this! *Also, first. Teehe*

[@mimic1984]

Y'know, I just realized...Jinx was shooting that rocket at Vi pretty freaking close...I know she's been suicidal before, but I genuinely think she was trying to take both Vi and herself here. I might be stating the obvious, but I didn't catch that the first 3 times I watched this. 💙 ❤️ 💜

[@hamsterfromabove8905]

100%. Jinx never planned on surviving that battle. Whether or not Vi survived didn't matter to her. It's just the luck of the battle where Vi is concerns. The only plan was to die fighting.

[@aaronkim8552]

40:39

[@DmentidJester]

I think Isha is a little girl.

[@mimic1984]

She is.

[@DmentidJester]

@mimic1984 thought so... whew, thought I was losing it for a minute there.

[@jarvisfowlkes3200]

Isha is a girl

[@DreamFearless]

They _need_ to pivot to movies. Such a shame this level of animation and storytelling isnt lasting. 😢 (And dont reply _theyre going to continue with other stories._ They arent. Arcane burned too much $$$)

[@Pheonixess]

They are definitely going to continue with other stories, Riot all but confirmed it. You must know nothing about animation budgets. Pixar spends 150-200m on movies that are 1.5 hours. Riot spent 250m on both seasons of Arcane. Meaning Fortiche made 6 full length movies (all 6 acts) in well under what any AAA animation studio would make. If anything, Fortiche showed how amazingly efficient they are with their money management, that they'll continue making series for long time to come.

[@LittleMan27]

Caitlyn believes get greatest weakness is get love for Violet. This is the 2nd time Vi has stopped her from pulling the trigger, and Piltover suffered as a result. The 1st time was Vi telling Cait not to shoot her sister, and Jinx knocked Cait out with the Shimmer is her veins, then blew up the Council building. This time, it’s Vi stopping her, and expert shooter, from shooting Jinx because she might hit the kid, allowing Sevika to reroute The Grey through the vents and up to Piltover (making their air toxic).

[@meewec2091]

you're just seeing minor singed things, nothing major on the singed things scale

[@mikaelgauslaa5547]

Caitlyn's reason for wanting to shoot, is probably wrong morally. However considering the overall situation, it was probably the right decision. Since she couldn't bring Jinx, or her head back, with a small scale operation, a large scale one is probably up next on the agenda. Either way Vi's kinda fckt. If Caitlyn accidentally ends up killing the kid, Vi would've probably resented her for it. By obstructing the shot (twice), she has basically single-handedly closed any paths leading to minimal loss of life (that would be acceptable for Piltover).

[@joe.banana]

Caitlyn is right, Vi had all the opportunities to arrest Jinx and didn't. Plus Caitlyn is a professional sniper, she wouldn't have missed. Not to mention Vi had no problem with killing kids in season 1 when Jayce did that by accident and she told him to get over it.

[@tomytouru408]

Caitlyn commiting war crimes and becoming dictator tho. Gassing undercity 💀 shes Hitler 2.0 now.

[@meewec2091]

you can tell that vi views caitlyn differently than she views the others so she can't believe how caitlyn is currently behaving.