Fish Biologist Reacts to South Scrimshaw

[@corolla94]

The developer is an extremely skilled illustrator. The kind of effortless style that only other artists really notice.

[@Sniperboy5551]

Very interesting and creative storyline as well.

[@Wurmss]

Not to mention they're so nice! Low standards for people I know, but the creator is genuinely friendly and interactive with their audience.

[@appalachiabrauchfrau]

yes, the gestural approach to the work seems fluid and quick but tells of an extreme understanding of space, shape, mass and of their very purposeful hand. Not to mention the attention to line weight, it's really eye candy.

[@chaoticcow4357]

truly! when i get the cash i'll most definitely lend the money to the see the art book, its just an absolutely aweing game. i cant help to wonder what happened behind the scenes.

[@ListenbourgBall]

Wish i had the same capabilities as em.

[@apatheticdeity6030]

You missed a breakdown of the reason they used the term "seabun" which actually sheds some light into the world building

[@imbored3416]

The part 2 will be amazing! I hope you keep watching this, it's such an interesting watch.

[@WhitneyDahlin]

I know this is an old comment but I completely agree! The chat is absolutely terrible! I don't know if he's filming this on twitch and then uploading it to youtube but it really seems like half the chat is troglodytes who are just like haha whale get alcohol from plants. 😂 What the heck is wrong with them? This is a fantastic work of sci-fi! I definitely hope he does part 2 and doesn't let the vocal low iQ people who didn't understand or like it keep him from reacting.

[@edreesamien1064]

11:46 The calf is showing swift advancement that stone dog is showing swift distress. -Manlybadasshero

[@Shadow68qm]

Film lighting technician here, the window could be fixed by using shears. They work as natural diffusion and look decent. Also, if you want the open window look, you could apply an ND filter to the window. It will darken the room, but the window will probably be balanced better

[@omalga]

I really like this kind of storytelling. Told like a documentary, it really gave the sense of realness of the unreal creature. The art style was simple, yet it shows it’s mastery. The way the artist/artists portrayed the emotions of exhausted unborn whale and then shown it happy and oblivious, as well as the tiredness of his mother. It’s not easy to show animals emotions that well. I really liked the watercolor vibe of the womb. The way it shown pretty static moments with little changes in narration was sometimes creepy, cause these things were shown as normal. No shock, no weirdness, all like a emotionless documentary. I like the moment when the calf looked at the bird it was full of real nature, brutal but also pretty. That’s what I liked the most, the naturalism portrayed here. It wasn’t showing nature as innocent and cute, animals die, injures happen, survival of the fittest thrives it’s best. It was all present even if the animal was fictional. Thank u AVNJ and the person who asked for it for showing us this masterpiece!

[@benosick8542]

I especially like the little hints at human society in this universe. Like...what do you mean cephlopods have been culled in the past? Why are you describing them as "possessed of a devious and cruel intelligence" that's a weird thing to say.

[@BowHooHoo]

YESSS YESS SYESSSS AFTER 6 DAYS OF ASKING AND GETTING MY SUGGESTION SEEN, FINALLY YIPPPEEEE IM SO HAPPY LETS GOOOOOOOO

[@toptomato]

LFGGGGGGGG

[@Dougles_prospecting]

Your acting like 6 days is a lot but good Job it takes 12 days for one upgrade in clash of clans

[@BowHooHoo]

@@Dougles_prospecting The first vid I commented south scrimshaw on was the “Hatching Caviar” one from 4 weeks ago :P I’ve been doing this on KZbin which he doesn’t upload everyday, I count 1 vid as 1 day, but I might’ve missed a few too due too time zones😅

[@Dougles_prospecting]

@@BowHooHoo 4 weeks is still not that much th 15 in clash of clans takes 6 weeks

[@Greatly_Incompetent]

I'm so glad you finally played this game and can't wait for more

[@JamesM1994]

How is this a game?

[@Greatly_Incompetent]

It's more of a visual novel really but i didn't know what else to call it at the time, and can't you just watch the video?

[@rebelappliance771]

What a coincidence that AVNJ uploads this on the day I first saw a whale solely from chance alone. And you can tell from the fact that he’s quiet for most of the video that he’s actually interested in the game.

[@junipersr]

In response to 5:12, many shark species do in fact lay eggs. They are colloquially known as mermaid's purses, as are the eggs of skates and rays

[@noval1t]

Hope to see a part 2! This visual novel is amazing and i love to see your reaction to such beautiful work!

[@Emperor-Quill]

I absolutely adore the attention South Scrimshaw has been getting! I find the art style so charming, and the attention to world-building detail is downright glorious!

[@dada_natureview]

CANT WAIT FOR PART 2 of your reaction😄still like, 40-60 minutes of content... youll have fun... and not possibly cry...

[@CoralReaper707]

South Scrimshaw is so cool It's really emotional!

[@pleasantdashi7112]

I like how immediately stops pressing the white text after the first try 😂

[@Robin-ph1ss]

I really liked this visual novel and i was so exited when i saw you covering it!

[@ThatOneKid42O]

I have never heard of this until now. I'm in love lmao please if you do more of this share it.

[@Kateca2000]

I hope to see more of you playing! Its incredibly interesting

[@remmistein]

Hi twitch!! It's nice to finally have you guys back ❤❤❤

[@aubreycasler-qd1yl]

The day has finally come, yes. Let’s go AVNJ

[@toastiiNom]

I feel like "why would you add that" is a rather odd question in a game that pretty much is a watchable book. he adds it because it's details to the world he's built and to the story he's crafting. It may seem like an odd detail but we're learning about this "alien version of a whale" and it's told like a documentary so any detail about said creatures makes sense to tell.

[@danielwilliams5668]

I know like why is this kid even a scientist

[@Emerald-kun]

I love how fixated chat was on the snorb.

[@LuxuriaU]

I've been waiting for this ever since I watched South Scrimshaw! YES!!!!

[@stoffelthedestroyer3741]

While the Ribbonsnaw might be made up, the Snorb is an actual animal in Australia You really should check out the National Geographic episode dedicated to this fascinating mammal.

[@clownhartz]

SOOOOO EXCITED TO SEE YOU PLAY THIS ITS SO INTERESTING 😊❤️

[@72tadrian65]

This was a wonderful experience. Thank you Mr. Fish biologist.

[@azazelmakara3716]

I played this game a while ago and absolutely loved it. It kinda reminds me of the Monument Mythos and the likes. I can't wait for the next part but the creator said it'll be awhile since it's only them doing the work. Even bought the art book they have up too because it's amazing and to help support them even if it's just by a little bit.

[@marshallmicr0wave510]

okay, I need to see more of this

[@LuxuriaU]

You can see it all on youtube, it is also free online (officially as well, the steam version is more for supporting the creator). I recommend, it, as Mr.Fish Bioliogist skipped a few things by missing hyper links from his rapid clicking.

[@uhohspaghettios3801]

I absolutely love this! It's such a creative and facinating story, speculative biology is so cool

[@Primal_aspid.]

Could you do a part 2? It gets so much better, you'll see Brillos with different kinds of gardens!

[@nabinoorshahil2715]

I hope you play more of this.

[@Fares-jy8wk]

Whenever AVNJ post that's when I always feel the best

[@BowHooHoo]

I’m glad you enjoyed it AVNJ! I was really nervous you’d find it boring🥲, it’s the type of thing that many may not enjoy unless they like stuff such as world building, sci-fi, art, or just watching documentaries in general. Personally, I’ve always loved nature documentaries, I’m also into art and all that so this was like hitting a jackpot for me. I really hope you play more! The next chapters are reeeeaaally interesting

[@weebbbop]

I was there for only the beginning but it was great either way. great to see twitch again, hi guys!!

[@GarrettEulett]

Cant wait for part 2! Huzzah!

[@ChrissieBear]

13:44 Because whale milk really is like that.

[@fuzzytheduck]

This game is so beautiful, the watercolor illustrations and the emotional core... I also really dig the elements of body horror

[@Darkserpent9166]

Can’t wait for part 2

[@cherry62]

Can't wait to see more of this

[@TheFigandro]

This feels like somebody made a game out of an Invent-A-Fish submission

[@sergioventura2595]

Keep the basically snow white skin tone it’s funny

[@kaleblynn7105]

It’s funny you say that because I heard that they are remaking the Snow White movie but shes black. And of course there are much much worse changes to the story. but this one just holds more irony in the situation.

[@demetriam2408]

​@@kaleblynn7105does it really matter? Also they were comparing him to the white color of snow, not the character.

[@kaleblynn7105]

@@demetriam2408 it doesn’t matter. I just thought it was ironically funny. Also do you know this guy, how do you know he wasn’t talking about the character?

[@demetriam2408]

@@kaleblynn7105 capitalization matters

[@beate9377]

I just Saw it on my ftp and was like "this looks cool, ill watch later" But now i can watch it with people! :D

[@the_comfy_studioakawolfhor305]

The soundtrack of this game is really relaxing/soothing! I wanna have it on loop!

[@greenbookreclaim2471]

0:45 [very ethereal noise] XD

[@the_dead_creator5533]

Sounds like PvZ main theme or of an old school ps2 or nes game but sounded dope none the less.

[@pleasantdashi7112]

I love this documentary it’s so beautiful ❤

[@darkdragen7243]

FINALLY I've been waiting for this

[@ericj2575]

window made you look like you were transcending

[@LastGoatKnight]

I recently watched it on KZbin. Honestly it was just like a documentary

[@Cringe.-]

The snorb is a snorb deal with it

[@GeckoTech_Engineer]

I strongly agree

[@shadowdrakes]

Just get a blackout curtain and use a strong tape to keep it covered. I've done that to my bedroom window and have it cut in the middle to allow me to be reach in to open or shut the window.

[@amazingaquaticsandexotics3030]

you should do a video revolving around fish in meme culture and trying to catch every species in the wild

[@ChrissieBear]

12:26 The calf is the one whose vision is being talked about.

[@omenhasaheadache]

Maybe silly, but this reminds me of the entire ecosystems that exist in the tops of giant, ancient trees in old growth forests ♡

[@luckyblah9166]

I cant believe he didnt look at the sea bunny bit. this is the worst thing ever.

[@kaijukingdom2686]

Hope we get a part 2

[@Cringe.-]

Imagine in the wild some Brillo just has to stab itself and go unconscious

[@GentleShadow7]

5:25 this Is too funny 😂👌🏾

[@Helena-yl6ds]

I love this, and we need a part two!!!

[@Sniperboy5551]

I’d love to play this game while really, really high. This is one of the trippiest games I’ve ever seen, I think I’m in love.

[@Dino_lover529]

2:51 What an immediate change.

[@GeckoTech_Engineer]

Avnj you are the one reason I don’t continue to believe those fake top ten videos, thanks you for everything you have given to us

[@thebrad1134]

Say hi to Naomi for me.

[@GeckoTech_Engineer]

@@thebrad1134 who naiomi

[@azhdarchidae66]

absolutely nailed that intro

[@russianangel8962]

part 2 im excited

[@chara2038]

I was waiting for this! 😂

[@zombiesalmon4997]

Nobody who plays this game clicks on the white text. They’re missing so much. It’s actually infuriating

[@KingofBirTawil]

Fear the Snorb.

[@pepsibat5715]

I asked the creator of this if the lil whale had a name in universe or out of the story (got a response) If i remember correctly the whale doesn't have a name as to keep it less human like BUT at one point it would have been Darwin and then later Charles i personally like to refer to them as Darwin now even if I know officially they don't have a name :D I do think its a reference to Charles Darwin

[@SoonToBeGoodName]

"Sharks dont..... lay eggs"

[@vulturedrawz]

8:37 Birb? Not a birb :( BIRB! :D

[@AgsmaJustAgsma]

This is almost like reading a children's book written by Junji Ito.

[@charlesatanasio]

That is a good metaphor.

[@chaoticcow4357]

I definitely recommend clicking the white text more, and using your mouse to scroll to prior pages (this isn't mentioned in the game, for some reason, I left a review on that.) The white text offers nearly whole new sections of content and its pretty interesting, some of the content even goes beyond just the ocean and even mentions humans and interspace travel. I really hope more people respect this story, it was heart breaking seeing so many people in the chat say pretty rude or judgy things about this realistic fiction graphic novel. It truly is a very good game and provokes just the right responses from the audience. Honestly the only thing I didn't expect people to be weirded out by was the nursing? I feel like describing how thick nursing milk is from a water-habitant mother would be essential to telling the audience how the baby is able to nurse under the water AND tell us a more approximate fat content. People who make nursing weird gross me out, and are pretty much the same reason women cant nurse their children in public.

[@izzyxblades]

The plants growing in her skin is simultaneously very gross and very fascinating

[@lizardjoe4224]

I love how pangolins just dont exist in this universe

[@OACustom]

I understand.

[@ic0nic707]

Welcome back, Twitch!

[@theantcolony5437]

I understand

[@SalreixVonOtsuu]

i was waiting for this

[@akleughuglouh]

More more more more MORE MORE

[@tikavanderloh]

Birb!? Oh not a Birb. ... BIRB! -> Made my day

[@ReiSilver]

Hi Twitch. love this game/story

[@Rx2equalsRR]

Hi and welcome back twitch

[@gubreldubrel2482]

i hope you make more episodes on this series

[@deadbutterfly3664]

Welcome back, chat.

[@elora512]

Yes!!! I'm excited

[@WingyLalka]

Part 2?? Please?? Would love to see your reaction to the rest of this masterpiece

[@boyk5933]

audio mixing needs a bit of work but your videos are top tier and I always love them.

[@GeckoTech_Engineer]

This is a great game that has very good art and very descriptive

[@Leech_Bread]

Some sharks actually do lay eggs!

[@koray_483]

I missed twitch chat, welcome back chat!!

[@aaronshardfang4928]

Chat is back!

[@mokajones74]

"Judging by yadda yadda it seems this mother has recovered already from a similar injury." "... it is likely this is her first born calf" So you're sayin the Brillo whale get frea-keh yyeehh

[@taliesincoleman6569]

PLEASE DO PART 2.

[@VincentBourbeau]

Yooo twitch is back!!!

[@giatrunzo5897]

Anyone else get Studio Ghibli vibes from this game?

[@thenamesianna]

The calf Is soooooo cute omg ❤❤❤

[@luizbento6240]

This is so gloop

[@TheWitchBitesBack]

I watch this shit when I'm more baked than a cake. But dude are YOU high?!?! Talking about needing another towel when you can just hang the towel VERTICALLY and cover the window 😭😭😭😭 I felt like I just watched a kid try to put a circle into a rectangle hole 😭😭😭😂😂😂💀

[@ShadowDaPk]

The beginning qualifies as "horror" for some people? That's an extremely low bar.

[@CACLOVE123]

I thought it was a story this is new

[@samueltrusik3251]

How nice, I like it.