Fantasy High Animatic | Gorgug's First Date

[@matthewcooper4248]

"You docked?!" Their eyes are perfect 😂

[@dm-in-training]

Favorite part to draw for sure

[@sunniqa899]

I like that the Thistlesprings share a voice.

[@dm-in-training]

Yeah, Brennan doesn't exactly announce or differentiates who's talking, except for one time. I kinda had to take matters in to my own hands haha

[@trinwheeler4639]

I think they both share a voice and talk perfectly in unison

[@dm-in-training]

@@trinwheeler4639 Terrifying! I don't like it. :)

[@triccele]

@@dm-in-training to be honest, it kinda works with how they are in perfect unison as a team.

[@sunniqa899]

@@dm-in-training They had to have some kind of flaw

[@pangolian217]

I loved the animation of Gorgug going up the steps. I never considered that Gorgug might have trouble climbing up steps meant for gnomes but it makes perfect sense and I'm glad you thought of it

[@IrisGlowingBlue]

+ Awesome detail

[@lillianj2048]

Okay, but imagine asking your 14 year old son how far he went on his first date and he casually responds with "we just docked"

[@Timmytime178]

Having had parents who said "whatever you're doing we'd rather you did it in the house where we know you're safe, and here's some condoms while we're talking about it" this captures how uncomfortable that interaction was so perfectly

[@IrisGlowingBlue]

My parent never gave me or my sisters The Talk specifically, but I feel like that would be a good way of ensuring me *never, ever* doing anything in the house 😅

[@zacharynguyen7286]

Hope everyone is doing good and staying safe

[@Pirateking536]

I feel like they were less phased by the idea that his girlfriend was physically capable of docking than the idea that their dork son docked with someone

[@dm-in-training]

Digby and Wilma support trans rights :)

[@Pirateking536]

@@dm-in-training Well I'm glad they're open-minded

[@placeadrien5566]

@@dm-in-training They don't even question it it's so cool

[@darrienjones8917]

They more just say that it's a weird thing to do for a first date. Which implies thst it's more of a wait for a bit thing to do.

[@LuckySketches]

"We's rather you and your girlfriend dock under the tree where we know you're safe."

[@bodenking]

You animate awkward half-orc in gnome sized home so well

[@dm-in-training]

Thank you! It's an oddly specific talent I have.

[@explolsivecake2045]

I like gorgug’s *increasing concerned* eyes

[@D0CT0RECT0C00LR]

i love your portrayal of the thistlesprings as finishing each other’s sentences like this! so cute we must stan the best fantasy high parents

[@IrisGlowingBlue]

+ They swapped so smoothly too!

[@Lucifersfursona]

Gorgug disappearing into the top of the tree like his embarrassment yoinked him inside is going to live rent free in my head for the rest of my life

[@kamberlin22]

This is amazing. Gorgug's ear movements are so on point

[@sillyemobatman]

his little 'huh. we didnt do that....' is sooo funny to me 😭

[@General_Nothing]

The first time I watched this episode I was walking home from the laundromat late at night, and when he went “you docked,” I dropped all my laundry and everything right on the ground because I was laughing so hard.

[@IrisGlowingBlue]

+

[@DParkerNunya]

There is something so insanely funny about the sweetest parents of entire bad kids just excitedly asking "what base" to their fifteen year old son

[@marstothemoon9311]

I was super surprised by how ANIMATED! This was! Usually animatics are far more lax with frames but this was VERY animated, and the expressions made me laugh, and Gorgug is SO CUTE! The awkward sheepish smile, the scrambling up the stairs but being too big and falling over himself.

[@unsubscribedanimation]

Gorgug emoting with his ears is so good. Literally never gets old. Big little guy.

[@RedRattt]

I love the detail of Gorgug's fingernails being painted black.

[@glowing_purple_girl]

Gorgug's parents are the fucking best. Love them so much. I love how expressive everyone is, Gorgug's ears sold me, the exchanges of Digby and Wilma were so on point and just felt right, and the detail of Gorgug leaping over the railing of the stairs--that was such a good pose, at like 3:06. Just... solid work. Loved it.

[@dm-in-training]

oh my god thank you so much!!! this is so detailed and touching!!! :D I'm baffled.

[@zenebean]

You illustrated the most supportive and cutest parents ever

[@spawnofheck504]

cryingggg his EARS they're so EXPRESSIVE AUUUGHGHGH

[@OJtheModerator]

This is halfway to being a full cartoon. I am amazed. Hootgrowl!

[@dm-in-training]

Wow this is high praise! Thank you!

[@jungtothehuimang]

"Welp- docking is when two uncircumcised men" I absolutely love D20 so much!

[@r.pizzamonkey7379]

I love the awkward smile after "we didn't do that"

[@williamdaggerbread5588]

I’m obsessed with the dad talking with just his mustache, so endearing

[@davidxie9099]

The award for most wholesome, woke, and living parents in D20.

[@ascellaplays]

*two rules check in and wrap it up* gorgug- can we wrap up this conversation now please-

[@carbonscythe]

The fact that Brennan had "the talk" with Zac is kind of insane

[@ovencake523]

this is gold. Gorgug's ears perking up or folding down is amazing

[@Zkeleton969]

I love him stumbling away when they’re doing the talked

[@Dndnerd591]

Little did Gorgug know....

[@leafykidtakes]

this is awesome!! all the little visual gags. for a second i forgot this was a fan-made animatic, it seems like it could be a full cartoon!! love gorgug's ears moving, very fun

[@brandonbeach1434]

This is amazing! They're all so expressive and alive the whole time! Gorgug climbing the stairs was hilarious. You can really see your improvement over time! If you're looking for a request/idea for a new project, I think bringing the pure unbridled chaos that is Swifty the Gingerbread Man to animation would be an excellent idea. Maybe that first ambush?? or "What are you smoking?" "A CIGARETTE"

[@slimeys0daa]

this is just *mwah* perfection. I absolutely adore the expressions you give Gorgug and the Thistlesprings, especially Gorgug’ ear movements. It’s so good and I adore it, it gives so much personality to the characters. I would love to know what program you used to make this, it’s so cool.

[@dm-in-training]

I don't use a program really. I just draw the individual frames in a Photoshop knock off, and then put them in an elaborate slideshow. Kinda like a photo album, but if you saw each photo for 0.1 seconds. Glad you enjoyed!!

[@bigjedimullet]

This is a complete delight start to finish, but I think my very favorite thing is how expressive you made Gorgug’s ears. They add so much to the animation with just a little movement! Awesome work.

[@bel410la]

The second season where they made an entire book about sexual stuff for him to have and show to his friends. XD they are really honest and good parents. They are making sure he's educated on any questions he might have.

[@FoxDotCom]

Most underrated characters in the series

[@ZrSiO4-ZrSiO4-ZrSiO4-ZrSiO4]

Oh my gosh!!! This is so expressive!!!!!! I love all the movement, especially gorgug’s ears moving with his expression!!! The awkward trek up the stairs is so wonderful! Ahhh everyone is so cute, I love your designs so so much!!! This. Is. Amazing!!!!!!!!!

[@pangolian217]

You draw Gorgug perfectly

[@franb0l]

the ear twitches are such a cute and subtle add on you brought gorgug to life so well

[@pikloo4631]

I adore how you portray Gorgug's body language (I mean it's all amazing, but him in particular) like his ear movements, the nervous smiles, beautiful

[@octodaddy1602]

"....goodnight" is such an underrated line

[@thetawny_owl]

The fact that Digby and Wilma are better at the birds and the bees talk than most schools is just impeccable

[@sk8rtay1]

Your splashes of color always makes the scene complete. Thank you for the perfect visuals & keep up the great work

[@froginbucket7023]

dgdgdhdg this is literally so cute, gorgug going up the stairs is hilarious

[@maxi.e.586]

GORGUG SPRINTING UP THE STAIRS GETS ME EVERY TIME

[@Broeckchen]

This is more of an animation than an animatic imo. So much effort and work! And it's amAZING! The way Gorguk moves is so fucking amazing and on point! So much characterization and life is in every single character's expressions and still poses, let alone their motions! My favorite parts are easily when the parents take turns speaking and when Gorguk goes up the stairs, I think that's where you nailed the personalities best! I'm seriously amazed by your work! Please keep it up, you're doing such cool stuff!

[@dm-in-training]

Wow!! Thank you so much!! I really appreciate it. I'm glad you enjoyed and I'm so happy you noticed and appreciated all the expressions. This comment made me so happy!!! :D!

[@thatlycantomboy]

the expressions after “good night” are so good. they look a bit like actors who have been presented with the incorrect cue, hilarious

[@ChestersonJack]

Very beautiful!! I like how you interpreted when Digby and Wilma were talking, they literally finish each other’s sentences! It’s adorable.

[@ZFighterdude03]

This is finally it; the animatic to get my friends to watch Fantasy High

[@cheeseytacotime9380]

This is SO amazing, Gorgug going up the steps *chefs kiss* cause it was made for gnomes of course that's so good.

[@RedRattt]

"Huh, we didn't do that"

[@chiroptera626]

Best. Parents.

[@msp654]

I forgot how cute these guys are akdfjskalfjf.... I love this sm

[@Snapdragon0112]

I love them so much. In a single conversation they demonstrated being allies for gay and trans people. Icons of parenting.

[@rocketsocks]

Zac's delivery and timing in this whole thing is just perfect.

[@Donteatacowman]

VERY good choices for Gorgug stumbling against that tree.

[@TripleXMango]

2:48 I relate to this part SO much. I’m 6’5” and I’ve been about that height since the beginning of high school. When I met my first girlfriend, she was 5’2 and I was more than a foot taller. My mom sat me down and told me that I was a big guy, and I needed to make sure I kept respectful distance, and never accidentally imposed myself physically on anyone.

[@dm-in-training]

ohhh real life gorgug what an honor!!

[@BluePluto03]

im sobbing at the expressions here

[@ellam1452]

this is fantastic, I had nearly forgotten about this scene and I'm so glad u made this animatic to immortalize it, you can tell there was a lot of effort put into this and it makes me love the comedy of it all so much more

[@ryanpennfields3276]

Gorgugs body language is perfect!

[@homopopsie6622]

I love how much he has to lean to walk up the stairs

[@clearlynotchloe]

the cut to the height difference at 1:35 made me burst out laughing omfg. this whole thing is so good

[@IrisGlowingBlue]

In addition to the whole animatio being geat, the colour shot of them all under the tree was beautiful!

[@weesalikesmilktea4829]

Brennan's delivery plus Wilma's lil hand motions at 1:29 is PRICELESS

[@captaintrashcans3163]

I love Gorgugs expressions, especially his ears. Like this is so incredibly animated. You captured this scene perfectly

[@sarahfc8682]

your body language is always OFF THE CHARTS it's so good

[@kittycatcrunchie]

Oh my god his ears when he says "oh"

[@Janne_Mai]

this is SO GOOD omg i love how awkwardly he climbs the stairs ;-;

[@zacharynguyen7286]

Hope everyone is doing good and staying safe

[@MapleStarBlitz]

I didn't even know what docking was and I never needed to know my mom was in the room when they talked about it ;_;

[@dm-in-training]

Dang sorry. I put a warning in the description but that's gonna happen sometimes I guess.

[@nevasmile1]

Just like. Looking back Brennan gave Zac every chance whether as Zelda or the Thistlesprings to get Gorgug to hook up with Zelda and take her virginity. What would have happened if she wasn’t a maiden anymore?

[@IrisGlowingBlue]

Is there a maiden specific prophecy in the plot or? (I haven't watched the whole series, maybe obviously p: Yet)

[@braindavidgilbert3147]

@@IrisGlowingBlueyeah maiden specific prophecy

[@Possum_Paradisio]

absolutely wonderful!! great video as always! i love the little sound effects you added in! makes the scene feel just a little more alive :D. can't wait to see what you do next!

[@wienertown9025]

the detail in this?? is just ✨✨💞

[@onepieceofstardust9194]

I loved this! I’m so glad that you were finally able to complete it! The thistlesprings are the best

[@synthster7416]

This is amazing!! The improvement is REAL! Such a joy to watch these whenever you upload.

[@myeyesarealiquid4617]

GOD THAT WAS FANTASTIC

[@dungeontsar7749]

As my parents told me, don’t be silly wrap your willy

[@celiabobelia96]

This is so amazing! Thank you so much for making this! This is one of my all time favorite scenes and to see it animated is soo cool!!

[@bean2562]

I love the way this exudes the character personalities in such a genuine way, amazing work.

[@prcs420]

this is rly great!! ur so good at backgrounds :0 and making the details clear despite it being night time!!

[@alexr.7337]

STOP THIS IS ADORABLE

[@mazdamx5miata]

ngl I wish my parents were as cool about this as gorgugs parents were

[@pgclean7299]

Yes!!!! Your stuff just gets better and better

[@diegoowen-lara6229]

This is the best thing I’ve ever seen, thank you

[@Blackstaria1412]

This rules!!!

[@codered2358]

THEYRE ALL SO CUTEEE

[@rowanelzer8401]

Awesome expressions and acting all around 😂 I also loved how you drew his parents, especially the dad’s moustache 👌🏻👌🏻

[@lyrarodgers3132]

Ah. Okay. Now I know things I didn’t

[@dartdevious561]

Gorgug is so adorable in your style

[@issabellalevan1528]

Oh this animation is gorgeous

[@nesso6409]

WOWOW this is your best one yet!!!

[@turningintoacrazydolphin1211]

They're so supportive and understanding. It's so cringe!

[@audreyschwer4551]

LITERALLY SO GOOD. The lil nuances in their expressions!!!!! Keep it up!!!!

[@matthewhays9410]

I wish I could like this 5 times I’m gonna rewatch this weekly

[@KirstenNH]

so so good!! one of my fave Fantasy High animations for sure :))

[@captainwatercress]

This was so painful and so good

[@asexualtrickster]

Ohmygosh Gorgug is so adorable!!!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@berkleypearl2363]

This is so good!

[@thestranger954]

I love this so much.

[@Ravwalker-hr8gl]

That looked so good oh my god! I love this.