Holy Savior, Without A Word. The Lore of BLASPHEMOUS!

[@TiptoeTheTank]

Hi, I'm Tiptoe The "Hayfever" Tank, and welcome to my nasal era. This is a very special game/video. It follows the adventure that *my* Penitent One went on. How different was your experience? Was your Penitent One a nice dude, or was he hellfire in motion? Which ending did you get, and which was your favorite? It's also a set of games that is hard to timeline out and is open to interpretation on some points. Where does your opinion differ? Did you see the 4th Visage as a friend or foe? What do you think was the true motivation of The Witness? How did you interpret his storyline and the nature of his uncorrupted tongue? Stuff like that makes Blasphemous a unique experience. My Penitent One's thought processes may differ wildly from yours. This video also doesn't touch on several side characters in the games. If you liked this video, go buy the games!

[@Cieloacestriker]

@@TiptoeTheTank got any tips for the game because I just got it recently?

[@TiptoeTheTank]

I'd say avoid as many spoilers as possible, but don't be afraid to pull up a guide. I got hardcore lost a few times because the maps are so big in these games!

[@Cieloacestriker]

​@@TiptoeTheTank thanks comrad

[@AndréVilaFranca]

I love yout video. I hope you keep it up as we are going to get more stories in this amazing universe. Hopefully the DLC will focus on what happened to Crisanta-chan. xD I hope The Penitent One gets to help her come back from the other side of the dream (black gates) and she gets a chance at redemption. I think Mea Culpa is going to return, reborn of Crisanta's guilt and will to repent.

[@AManChoosesASlaveObeys]

@@AndréVilaFranca Imagine a Blasphemous 3 with Crisanta!

[@ladylunaginaofgames40]

I just realized a theme between 1 and 2. In 1, the majority of saints were people who willingly sacrifice themselves and their devotion to the divine, as well as those most innocent who suffer for no reason. They are the ones held in most honor, while the ones who commited Blasphemy are buried and forgotten. But in 2, the majority of the "Saints" are people who must serve penance for their sins. Many of these people gave into hubris or committed a grave sin, which led to the Miracle to "bless" them through punishment: often by making them guardians of what they wish to keep buried, or act out the Miracle's will in its desperatation to create the High Wills' Successor.

[@thomasb7347]

Honestly, the first saints made less sense in a good way, as in it was a fresh take for a god to be as random and capricious, "rewarding" the faithful with abuse and pain. It makes the whole religion and it's adherence seem so much more alien. Punishing evil or sin makes sense and is something we can all understand and likely even support

[@Dirty0o0Jester]

I love the personality of your Penitent One. They're a fiend for secrets, slashing every wall, sliding around to GET THERE quick, and doing the Teaback Bounce to see if they can drop down anywhere that looks feasible.

[@666han_3]

After all, no bastion is safe from the tenacity of the truly curious.

[@AlriikRidesAgain]

... The only thing I could think of for what my blessing would be, would be when my best friend passed, and at his funeral, I begged him not to leave me alone. ... Imagining what that means in Blasphemous... My boss battle would probably be me, stitched to him, using his corpse as a flail and his coffin lid as a shield. And when I'd die I'd, like, gently place his body back in the coffin, before my stitches unravel me into nothing.

[@eriakuswiftwindz7041]

I'm sorry for your loss. I'm sure your friend finds comfort in the fact that you would bear him as your epic weapon. He must have truly been of legendary status.

[@jchoneandonly]

That image is really awesome not gonna lie. Also, deepest condolences. That situation has to suck and I hope you found closure while also having good memories to hold

[@treasurehunter3369]

Theres absolutely nothing like losing THAT friend. Condolences bro i lost mine in 07. He was 21. A baby.

[@IamIronPoettheronin]

The way you incorporate the aspects of the actual gameplay into the lore to tell a complete story is seamless and cohesive. You've just made a new fan, ngl... Keep it up...💪🏿

[@malekahmed7960]

So I was swiping away the notifications as they were coming to my phone and I swiped this and went "WAIT DID THAT SAY THE LADY OF THE LORE!?" And yes yes it did XD

[@TheSpartan013]

One thing I love about this channel is, it gives me a way to experience the stories of games I am not capable of beating myself

[@jamboy05]

@@TheSpartan013 THIS!!!!

[@hawkgirl9984]

I'm ashamed to say that it took me an embarrassingly long time to realize that tiptoe's icon is a hat and some hair, not a dolphin.

[@87in7]

omg I see it lol

[@visualglitch91]

Canon event in every subscriber's life

[@Viryl_TV]

You'd be surprised how many comments we got thinking it was a dolphin 😅 We'll need to update the watermark with the new logo. Or maybe leave it up for nostalgia.

[@SelineSnape]

@@Viryl_TV Personally, I think the old design was pretty iconic and instantly recognisable! The new version...well, a little bit generic in my opinion - no offense! Just my very personal preference^^

[@JackVice]

No, it’s a dolphin

[@Kelly-wc8ue]

I love your voice and story stelling so much. I dont like the gameplay of these kinda games, but ive always loved the story and art of this one. Im so glad you made this!!

[@YamiHoOu]

Yeah same here. I would love to read this as a comic or watch as an animated series. I really don't like the style of gameplay or even pixel art so I couldn't possibly play it and enjoy the experience as is

[@jurtheorc8117]

@@YamiHoOu What styles of gameplay do you enjoy, if i may ask?

[@chrisnoreika9189]

Yes!!!!! You are hands down one of my favorite narrators out there on KZbin. As always love the content and can't wait to listen to this while I cook for old folks!

[@arcaneScribbler]

Oh heck yes Blasphemous rocks. Excited to see your take on it, you always spin such great stories of these worlds!

[@undeadgentalmen]

This game is a hoot. Makes you want to go to Sunday school and ask some crazy questions. LOL

[@mikenike7225]

This channel got randomly recommended to me today and I couldn't be happier with YT on this one. Absolutely phenomenal video and production. Now off to binge all of the other videos

[@waffles9967]

Love the reverence, voice tone and use of words / audio in this video. Best 2 odd hours on KZbin.

[@Rupert_Astralnauta]

Perdóneme padre, porque he pecado. Great video, Tip. In my interpretation, the Penitent One is a sad figure, one that comprehend (or rather just accept) that he's a tool for the Miracle.

[@dmjord412]

I’m so glad i found this. I’ve been on a “lore” kick and was hunting for one on blasphemous. This is perfect. Thank you!

[@canadian_american84]

Man i really dont get get why you dont have millions of followers!!! You are very underrated imo. You have a incredible incredible voice and pitch, you make it so ease to to understand the stories by decluttering the timelines and you take time to explain the basics. The ways you tell the tales, its like when our parents used to read books to us wen we were kids! Like the grandpa in princess Bride! Anyways all this to say you are a great storyteller and you make 2 hours feel like 30 mins.

[@Arrivedearly]

Now we need the addendum for the new content and ending in the Mea Culpa DLC. Loved this video!

[@undrahh]

Great video. Not enough lore videos around blasphemous

[@dave-io]

I've only recently discovered you. You deliver the material so incredibly well. Thank you so much for making this, and your other videos - they're excellent.

[@walterperry2420]

this game was my first platinum trophy. ts really gets me going with the interesting religious lore

[@TrajannValoris-om3qt]

The Penitent one must have facepalmed so hard at the couple who prayed for the Miracle for a Child in the 2nd game.

[@sykune]

@@TrajannValoris-om3qt true but then it did "try" to grant their prayer.

[@cameronoliver2606]

i like the implication that there's a cycle of the miracle coming back and the gods going "alright, time to call pest control again"

[@sykune]

I see it as the Saints calling pest control but I agree with the sentiment.

[@vlkafenryka]

Amazing vid bro, subbed!!!

[@vazzeg]

Thank you for this magnificent video. I used it to carve seal stamps. I love listening to videos like this while I do my carving. I remember I first found your channel looking for videos on SOMA, my all time favorite video game and I haven't been disappointed since. Love your channel.

[@RoryRiggins]

Oh I love this one so much ❤ Ty queen

[@nekkog1744]

Spanish catholic imagery is super metal

[@bradsharp2636]

Yes!!!! Thank you for covering this game!! I love it!!!

[@flaviomadeiramirandafilho3469]

God, this was amazing. 2 hours very well spent for me. Keep up the good work sis!

[@dios3838]

Great video. Blasphemous is such an underrated gem

[@winasls]

This is the most comprehensive Blasphemous lore video I've ever seen. Thank you for this video!

[@incarnateflame2312]

Siicckkk. I know the lore, have watched other longform viddys, but im hitting play on this one fot sure. This is a wild thing to have to say but thank you for using your voice instead of some offputting AI.

[@NT-sx2bd]

Thank you! I'm happy you made a video on this game, I'm a big fan of it

[@mr.fauske323]

Now all you have to do is to cover „Darkwood“ and the goat… „Lisa the painful“ to have the trifecta of Indie storytelling.

[@TiptoeTheTank]

Darkwood would be a nasty cool video to make. I'd never heard of Lisa The Painful though!

[@mr.fauske323]

@@TiptoeTheTank That´s a grave mistake you gotta fix! No shame in using a guide for this one btw ;) pretty tough

[@eriakuswiftwindz7041]

​@@TiptoeTheTankSuprising you haven't. I definitely recommend it and would love to hear the lore the way you tell it.

[@jurtheorc8117]

@@TiptoeTheTank Lisa: The Painful RPG is a heart- and gut-wrenching tale. It pulls no punches. I'd be up for a video on the Zeno Clash games (1, 2 and the prequel Clash: Artifacts of Chaos). The land known as Zenozoik has more lore to discover than some may suspect. It's not as extensive as Blasphemous, but no less fascinating to look into.

[@jokiu4]

This got me interested in getting the games myself on my Switch. Meaning I don't think I'll be watching the second half of this video so I at least save some spoilers for myself, eheh. But hey, this video got me to want to play the games myself!

[@Viryl_TV]

Enjoy it! It's a great series and best not spoiled.

[@chrischow93]

It's beautiful 😢, thank you.

[@lanxreedalenlum3706]

ive always heard this game is good from a friend, so happy you did the lore, you legend

[@mettsuryu0975]

This is my 3rd time listening to this, love your lore narration

[@RavenVelith]

GASP! LORE LADY! I'm so happy you did this one! Time to enjoy storytelling ❤

[@deathscreton]

This was so good. Lookin' forward to more (gonna DEVOUR that 10 hour long Zelda video I see you got)

[@devanloveland9515]

Wow, this narration is top notch! Well done!

[@LordMogatron]

Truly a treat to listen to you for 2 hours.

[@Hairspray555]

Thank you for this ❤

[@eagonten]

I love your voice and you tell the narrative very well

[@RhekshiEhki]

Been a while since I've watched one of her videos. Glad to be back.

[@floriansaurusrex]

Damn, the names of the bosses in these games are metal af

[@_EVANERV_]

Omg I just realized the channel icon is a lady in a hat. Before this colorized version, I always thought it was a silhouette of a purple dolphin. Lol. Thanks for the always great videos!

[@josephrowe1740]

FINALLY!!! I've been waiting for you to cover this one!!! ( °○°)

[@soulburn2254]

Thank you for this you were the final push to buy these two games

[@mr.chopstix6403]

I swear the Blasphemous story is a more extreme version of The Monkeys Paw retelling. Be careful what you wish for.

[@Thepenitent88]

Loving your style do darkest dungeon next if your interested

[@Viryl_TV]

It isn't going to be next, but she does love the Darkest Dungeon series and wants to do a lore vid on it someday.

[@splatterbrained]

Currently replaying this game. Perfect timing

[@WeaponsRemorse]

The greatest game I have backed! The second one is even better I hope we get a third

[@Theguyoverthere603]

Let’s gooooo love your lore videos

[@starstudios2959]

A cool game I think has interesting lore is Kingdom Hearts, I know it's a monster of a series but it does have a chronological timeline. First in the timeline is Union Cross, then Missing Link (once the game is out), then Dark Road, Birth by Sleep, KH 1 and Fragmentary Passage happen about the same time, the same is true for Chain of Memories and 368/2 days. Then we get KH 2, Re:Coded, Dream Drop Distance (My personal favorite, and finally in terms of most present game, KH 3.

[@alessandrosalomoni3213]

Amazing narration as always, chapeau! 🙏😄 Do you plan on ever doing a video about a BG3 run? I know it would be crazy to try and narrate every possible path and outcome but I'd love to hear you tell the story of your particular run, expecially since in BG3 you can create your own character and it would be so cool to have an insight as to why they are making specific choices! Anyway great video! Keep up the amazing work ✨

[@whynot8837]

Love your videos too

[@mweis1]

Another weekend blessed with the gift of LORE

[@guilhermecolombocontiro7885]

I recomend playing the fear and hunger games, they can make some great lore vídeos

[@MikeJones-wq7pg]

This was so damn good. I have only played about five hours but im way more invested now. Question Tiotoe, have you ever played Azura's Wrath I think that would be fun or have you ever thought about doing a lore video on a non video game, like Berserk!?

[@Viryl_TV]

She actually streamed it a few weeks ago, including DLC. If you check out the Streams playlist you'll find the vod's and her reactions to that chaos.

[@MikeJones-wq7pg]

@@Viryl_TV thank you!

[@essidus]

Welp, looks like it's time for another run

[@TerryB01]

Alright! More lore! :D

[@gojohnnyxo]

Oooo I wanna hear you go over last faith

[@marenjones6665]

If you're up for it, I think you would rock a Warframe lore video. The Orokin are the exact kind of bastards you cover best.

[@eriakuswiftwindz7041]

As someone who just got into warframe I 2ed this. Though it would be a time consuming task given the amount of hours needed to sink into it to get the lore.

[@ultrasquid7901]

I really enjoyed that

[@mrjustabro]

Nice work!

[@MikeJones-wq7pg]

Hello Tip Toe, my name is Lawrence not Mike lol it's been a while but I listened to all of the videos I missed and wow you are amazing.

[@JetLagRecords]

The Lady of Lore, awesome video bro

[@Dantalliumsolarium]

this video is absolutely amazing. thank you for making this beautiful piece. lets my terrible at gaming ass enjoy the beauty of this story

[@Tatotatotato-j1s]

Well, this here is tonight's painting playlist sorted.

[@jcwdesigns82]

I've waited SO long to see this pop up. Is the B1 section free of B2 spoilers? I haven't played that one yet. 😞

[@Viryl_TV]

I want to say yes, but I don't quite remember. The safest bet would be to bookmark and come back after you beat B2, it's definitely worth the playthrough spoiler free.

[@TiptoeTheTank]

A couple boss clips are in there (very short for B-roll), but if you stop at 01:05:23, it should be B2 spoiler free.

[@demetriusmccray1574]

I love niche video game lore

[@StalxD]

Dlc to the second game is at works

[@akshaytrayner1960]

Awesome retrospective

[@lizabarbarossa]

You really do good Videos 😍🥰😇

[@XxXVideoVeiwerXxX]

Your narrative style reminds me of "Exploring series" namely his neglected ff14 videos. The way you both tell the story of a game but from your perspective.

[@colingreening711]

I'm a good portion through my first playthrough. This video is making me realize how out-of-order I'm getting through the story lol.

[@demonyahferguson1116]

I actually named my Monster hunter rise character Tillie The Tank cause of your username

[@Sergei_Nohomo]

Making Jam the illegal way?....Excuse me Ma'am? Awesome video the way you present the lore and story makes it so much more enjoyable to stay engaged and just have a good time!

[@IncredibleWerekitty]

I noticed you didn't do the Stir of Dawn lore. You didn't get that DLC? I would have loved to hear your take on this story.

[@anthonyfournier1731]

Berserk’s “essence of evil” vibes

[@Padre_des_los_penitentes]

The game took a lot of inspiration from Berserk

[@anthonyfournier1731]

can’t go wrong if your inspiration comes from peak romance, fantasy, and brutality

[@pierbelizaire1495]

Adding to my sleep playlist

[@XeroDmension]

YYYEEEEEESSSSSSS!!!

[@luisreynamboarcos2958]

We have been blessed!!! New DLC this october 31.

[@weirdalexander8193]

0:42 I just noticed that the images embossed on the door relate to how you open it. No spoilers ;-)

[@whynot8837]

You gotta make one of these videos on The last of us 1-2

[@Cieloacestriker]

You guys got tips for the game i just got it the other day

[@phuffoh9673]

Thinking about every time I’ve prayed on the toilet to stop my stomachache 😅😂

[@nr-zr5cl]

the executioner did not put a blindfold on expositos eyes. he removed them.

[@burgermeister8261]

You'd think at some point people would learn to stop wishing for things.

[@phoenixflameknight]

Can you please do a lore video on Blasphemous 2? Thank you

[@Viryl_TV]

Boy you're in luck because the lore of Blasphemous 2 is in the second half of this video!

[@buddyleonard9352]

My only complaint: I wish this video was longer

[@gunjinrieper4062]

Switching to 0.75x speed while listening to this vid

[@JackVice]

Fear and Hunger plz

[@ForTheGoldenOak]

What's the outro song called? ❤

[@JFCrane]

Hell yeah, Its been a year :D

[@JFCrane]

I mean I was the guy who sent an Email like a year ago or two

[@Anthem76]

Im a sucker for 2 hour lore videos about video games.

[@shoresy6943]

Please do "Fear & Hunger."

[@JackDespero]

The Catholic-verse is pretty cool.

[@canadian_american84]

Wow this game style looks like a game i used to play in the 90s called Castlevania