I was wrong about Invincible...

[@NerdSyncProductions]

There are Invincible spoilers from about 2:58 - 6:40. You can use the timecodes to skip ahead and watch the rest of the video! There are only very minor spoilers after that part, imo. But if you wanna be extra safe, go watch the show! I like it a lot! Plus, the biggest spoiler I give away happens in the first episode, so you really only need to see that before watching this video.

[@tylord.]

Thx

[@regolith2315]

@@luisfilipe6253 1. Whatever you want it to be 2. Matter, energy, dark energy, dark matter, antimatter and whatever else there might be 3. Africa

[@richiekirsch4885]

hey nice video I really like how your not just continuing to talk about invincible the same way LITERALLY ANY SUPERHERO KZbin CHANNEL IS RIGHT NOW. so thanks

[@אלוןשיינפלד]

can you do a video about pokemon if you have ever watched/played it? i would love to hear your thoughts p.s cant wait for that danny phantom video.

[@אלוןשיינפלד]

what did that family friend do if you dont mind me asking?

[@johnlock9841]

Spoiler: When Red Rush tells his girlfriend that the briefest conversation feels like hours..think how long his head being crushed took to him...

[@lasthope3237]

But wasn’t his head being crushed at super speed as well

[@johnlock9841]

@@lasthope3237 nah. Did you see how many times he punched Omni man?

[@lasthope3237]

@@johnlock9841 What country are you typing this from just curious

[@johnlock9841]

@@lasthope3237 UK

[@lasthope3237]

@@johnlock9841 cool

[@BionAvastar3000]

Your parents are the true heroes of this story. They kept you safe from harm no matter how much it hurt them to see you sad.

[@alarcon99]

I wish I could give this comment more likes

[@_maka4791]

Wait what did the guy do

[@hex9077]

@@_maka4791 that’s what I’m wondering

[@TomTheBomb5145]

@@_maka4791 I’m not going to jump to conclusion about a person I know hardly anything about but it seems like from context clues he could’ve been a gr00mer or something similar

[@_maka4791]

@@TomTheBomb5145 I refuse to believe that two months have passed since I wrote that comment

[@WinchesterxNL]

First of all. You're named NERDSYNC! You're not ComicSync or ComicNerd or something. You explore and expose the things that are nerdy/geeky. That's more than comics. It's cool that you do Superhero content but differently. You explore more in depth, and it's amazing. So please, do keep on making all the kinds of videos you have. I love all of your stuff, because you look beyond the pages. You go in depth, the meaning, what caused it, etc. And I love it. And I've always loved it! So please! Keep on the good stuff! Second of all. Love the nail polish my dude.

[@saikido1]

This needs all the likes ☝️

[@crimsonhunter7598]

since when does he Paint his nails? noticed it too (not a Problem that he does it BTW) has he always done this or did he start that not long ago?

[@foxpopulii380]

Absolutely this!

[@thewingedporpoise]

also the Bob Ross and Scooby Doo videos are definitely not comics

[@perrisavallon5170]

I'd actually love to hear you talk about Danny Phantom and Butch Hartman's shenanigans

[@X-Warrior.1119]

Yes, Please...?!...

[@tygr3eyz]

Since Scott tends to talk more about the backstage stuff, I'd love to hear his thoughts on the whole Steve Marmel "vs" Butch writing debacle, I think Danny Phantom would be a great topic

[@MrE_]

Ye

[@just4commentsable]

What did he do, last I saw he was doing a KZbin channel and was pretty wholesome that was years ago tho...

[@madhukarg8052]

Danny Phantom yeah

[@Noms_Chompsky]

"We have so many evil Supermen, I wish we had a good one," I love you to bits

[@aidena2749]

Superman and Lois has got it right thus far IMO.

[@santos8468]

@@aidena2749 Yeah, but the "Superman could turn evil" subplot is still in there.

[@Noms_Chompsky]

@@aidena2749 Sorry my man, superhero father tries to find ways to bring up superpowered children juggling fatherhood with his legendary vigilantism in a small town. It's Black Lightning for conservatives my dude, they even lifted the green light story arc where random people around town start getting powers and secret nefarious baddies are setting up a super power incubator out of the place.

[@golden1_1dragon12]

Well omni man is good

[@horseoperamarker]

lmao

[@mothersbasement]

"Ghibli Movies" Don't do it Scott! You will never escape copyright HFIL

[@zainmudassir2964]

Sup MB.

[@them_best]

is this a cross over episode? 🤣

[@josephgonzalez9342]

@@them_best They've done a cross-over episode before I believe!

[@Ninja07Keaton]

I see what you did there.

[@shgysk8zer0]

I understood that reference

[@alanm7838]

“I’ve been disappointing you ever since.” Me: Ah, yes. Better humor, a more personal tone that even caused the most vulnerable moment in any video I’ve seen that caused me to subscribe, better scripts and editing, a wiser Scott, that rockin’ beard. Yep. Deeeeeffffinitely a downgrade-

[@dragon1130]

Yeah. Definitely disappointed in Scott for improving and providing us with the classic phrase "No content, only context."

[@stormRed]

I've been watching him for a few years now and the quality really has done nothing but go up, makes me kinda sad how seemingly insistant he is on making the lack of engagement his fault when the videos are better than ever. I mean if anything it's probably the schedule that's the issue.

[@miriamrosemary9110]

❤

[@loring638]

This is the first video of his that I've ever watched, and I'm now a lifetime sub to this channel. 🙂

[@giovannigonzalez6349]

Correction: invincible is about a kid who grew up idolizing someone who turned out to not be a hero. But that kid still chose to become something unimaginably incredible. “ he chose invincible because it’s what he felt like he was, I chose it because it’s what I’ll have to be in order to live up to his legacy.....Because he turned out to be so much more than that”

[@lexxpowered8836]

That's what he said?

[@giovannigonzalez6349]

@@lexxpowered8836 he only said it’s about who kid who learned the man he grew up idolizing wasn’t a hero.

[@ArmandoSanchezOG]

@@lexxpowered8836 invincible spoilers * * * that’s what his [Mark’s] son is telling himself while he’s talking to his grandpa (Omni-Man’s) grave at the end of the very last issue of Invincible

[@Nathantoland]

"And I've been disappointing you ever since" Nah man that's not true, I always get hype as hell when I see an upload from ya!

[@mckayleepugmire9947]

I'm not even into Bob Ross, but I was excited about that one

[@garybradley912]

Same here!

[@Fanatic_Foremem]

I mean I still miss the old videos, I'd love it if he had some shorter videos in between the big ones. Just so I don't have to re-adjust to his very unique video style.

[@dignerds]

This channel represents what's wrong with reviews and critique

[@jesterjaded73]

The idea that everything besides Marvel and DC is "indie" is pretty laughable tbh.

[@Serkel]

It just goes to tell how comics are such an underestimated medium

[@navonmyhand7999]

That sort of thing is why a lot of people prefer manga to comics. If it isn't about superheroes and made by one of the Big Two then people question it and don't take it as seriously, largely because they hold a lot of the talent.

[@3brostaco]

That is the case because Valiant has the 3rd biggest universe. The. After that you have image and than you have a comic book company backed by the guy the did Huck he has like 14 comics. The industry. Basically goes through marvel and D.c they did the smart thing and they bought smaller companies and got their heroes over the years.

[@strayorion2031]

Literally giving close to 0 importane to non-DC/Marvel comics is what is killing the industry

[@Lifesizemortal]

@@strayorion2031 it almost doesn't matter because Europe is producing some of the best western comics without superheroes. In fact I know more Euro comics without superheroes than with

[@nirast2561]

10:32 "... movie aspect ratios..." ... Why am I weirdly excited for that one?

[@mattjackson382]

Same here!

[@JoshuaBrown2018]

Yeah I completely agree!

[@katherinealvarez9216]

10:57 making fun of Butch Hartman is always a valid reason.

[@CLMURD]

What did the man do??

[@wesleyvanpelt7159]

@@CLMURD what didnt the man do lol

[@roloboog]

@@CLMURD There’s lots of vids on here from people like LS Mark, Kuro the Artist and Saperspark that go in depth about some of his more questionable actions.

[@CLMURD]

@@roloboog Didn't know Saberspark did a video, I'll need to watch it!

[@G.R._EGG]

@@CLMURD also eddy Burback made a video talking about a questionable Kickstarter he did a while back. It doesn’t go into all of the things he’s done but it’s still a good video

[@ANIpJs]

I really hope the implication I'm picking up on isn't real. But you are a great guy Scott and have brought countless hours of joy and relaxation into my life with your work. Seriously I am grateful to have your videos in my life and wish you only the best. And as someone who can really relate to that story you told, especially if it is that darker thing. I relate and understand. Thank you 💜

[@eidrakali360]

what do you mean? I'm not trying to be rude, I'm just curious

[@BionAvastar3000]

@@eidrakali360 THe family freind may have been a p e d o

[@Findmeiainthiding]

Lord I hope this isn’t going where I think it’s going.

[@travbony8768]

@@BionAvastar3000 Thats what i picked up too

[@DerekSmort]

@@BionAvastar3000 the fact that he didn't say what it was about, makes me think exactly of the worst things. And I'm probably not the only one

[@CaptainMinion]

"Somehow I have become incapable of writing a short video these days." Personally, I have to say that your recent longer videos are easily some of my favourites. With many other creators that sort of length tends to feel like to much, but you fill that time with actually interesting details. You seem to criticize yourself for how much context you give (mostly jokingly, but still), but that context is itself content, as you present it in a very engaging way. After your videos I feel like I actually understand the topic and its history and not like I just heard some basic facts and trivia. Learning that there was a Captain America cartoon and that it was weird is cool, but there's lots of weird stuff around. Learning and understanding why it was made, why it is the way it is, and the real human stories behind it all, that is extremely engaging and interesting. Basically, I personally hope that a return to weekly videos doesn't mean a return to short videos. #ContextIsContent :)

[@miriamrosemary9110]

Agreed

[@kjiyere7224]

Spider-Man movies: We have the most intense train scenes Omni-Man: Hold my son...

[@FelixM86]

"I wish we had a good one" (as in Superman) You should give Superman & Lois a try. I think that shows superman might be my favourite version of that character yet.

[@patrickmorgan7115]

Definitely one of the best live action versions

[@Petulant_Petrichor]

🤞For My Adventures With Superman.

[@gbrogo7139]

Cavil is way better

[@nanaholic01]

@@gbrogo7139 I love Henry Cavill's visual as Superman, but I absolutely hate Snyder's take on Superman.

[@jonasfelisilda5777]

@@gbrogo7139 no

[@LolitaLogicandTruth]

The nature of parasocial relationships makes me extremely hesitant to say this kind of stuff to KZbinrs, or anyone I enjoy seeing online, but...you're amazing and I have so much respect for you. I love your weirder content, I'm an "only context" kind of person too, and I hope you always get to do something that brings you joy. Hopefully, in a way that doesn't make it turn to ash in your mouth.

[@MK_ULTRA_HDTV]

Man, I am loving this consistent schedule. If you need to spend several months without a new video to get an upload consistency like this lined up, it seems like a great trade off.

[@aryantaywade298]

fr man this is dope. I especially like that he's going to make one video about something that's not comics like something different. The same stuff gets boring over time.

[@josecaristoledo9534]

Same here ✊️

[@Moffles0919]

Your story meant a lot. I’ve had issues lately being brought up again due to getting married. For context i and my fiancé and our families are Catholic. I went to a Catholic school run by priests. I was very close to one of the priests. I’d come by his office and just chat. Taught me a lot about what it means to be a man and that it’s not just machismo. Later down the line, a list was released of all the priests in the area with credible assault charges. He was on the list. Devastated me. Made me question if i was being groomed. Had issues going to church after that cause it just brought up all those old feelings. Now that I’m getting married in the church, it’s something I’m having to face head on. Thanks for sharing you story.

[@DarkInugami92]

I am ALL FOR a Danny Phantom video! I was legit depressed back when the show got cancelled/was forced to end prematurely when I was growing up. It's a show I still miss to this very day honestly... I just love those characters.

[@ashutoshnair6410]

I am sorry to hear that the guy you idolised was not you hope he would be. Hope you are doing better now

[@nilus2k]

What’s funny is I just found your channel the other day with your excellent video about Kirby’s collage work. Since then I’ve been hitting more of your back catalog.

[@mckayleepugmire9947]

I thought the context was the content, it's reading between the panels right?

[@mickeyconnor830]

This opinion deserves more attention. ☝🏽

[@TheRaineyMan]

@@mickeyconnor830 for sure

[@lokivanderzee1736]

oh my god /pos

[@NATHAN-gl9ns]

Really love your more personal style of video essays-the Mysterio one is one of my favourite of yours. Also while this may not be the era I found you in, it's shaping up to be my favourite EDIT: and now I've reached the end, Scott this was really impactful, and I'm sure many people will have needed to hear that message at the end. Excellent video!

[@harrisonpepin7862]

I have literally been here since the first real set background. I have watched as comic misconceptions evolved, I have watched as you changed an grew and lost hair lol. Scott, I feel as though I grew up learning about comic books alongside you and I just want to say, I'm incredibly proud with where you have ended up. As you content changed so do my interests along with you. I appreciate and love your content, from the old vids to the new. You're one of my favorite KZbinrs and I just want to say thank you for always being honest, for being there when I was sad or happy, and making me feel less alone with your admittance of self doubt. I've never played dungeons & dragons, or been super into Bob Ross, but I watched the whole of both videos because I appreciate your humor and research and more than anything the heart you put into your videos. Thank you for the impact you've had in shaping me, through our shared love of comics and so much more.

[@danielduff]

Dear Scott, please make a video about Danny Phantom, and also, maybe reach out to Kuro the Artist, he’s kind of the authority on all things Danny Phantom and Ben 10. He’s also got some crazy Butch Hartman stories.

[@r520jr8]

That personal story at the end was really emotional and touching and I’m glad you shared. Although it leaves me with a morbid curiosity as to watch that person did but I also don’t think I actually want to know

[@thechroniclesofthesuperhob167]

i think from the tone it could be sexual assault. obviously tho we don’t know for sure and it’s scott’s business.

[@stapuft]

if you wanna do kids cartoons, can you do one on "ben 10" and how it started off as an idea for a cartoon version of "dc's" "dial 'H' for hero!" please?

[@ShaunCKennedyAuthor]

You never disappoint. Scott. I love context.

[@stranger59]

"Let's talk about Invincible" translated from NerdSync means "Imma make you cry." Well played, good sir.

[@Skkorm]

Dude your videos since 2020 have been fire, top to bottom. You have a very enjoyable video essay style, and I look forward to every video you make.

[@Bowman2point0]

I appreciate you opening up about this. It's not something we talk about a lot, and it's helpful and encouraging to hear you say everything you did. I had a close friend when I started college who was a pretty bad influence. I had always been in search of an "older sibling I'd never had" (although I do have an older sibling). This person meant so much to me and while I saw faults, I always thought I knew better about those things. They could be cruel and unkind, thoughtless and selfish. Only helping certain people because we were the ones they had decided deserved it, but I could only recognize that in hindsight. I became like this person, in ways that were both good and bad, but eventually one of the few things I had all of my own, my self awareness, just slipped by me, and I started acting unkind and selfish. It took people outside this bubble that had formed around me to point out this changed behavior. To point out that this person wasn't a very good friend, even to the people they kept close, and that I was beginning to act similarly. I thought I knew better but I had slipped. I strive to be the best person I can be, and there are things I have to credit this person for helping me with. I learned how to be confident, to recognize I could be a leader, that I had talent. But as we (thankfully) grew apart, I used this person as an example of how not to be: how not to treat people, how not to act, how not to lead, how not to wield power. I've been disappointed in myself for slipping into selfish and unkind behavior for years now, making choices and saying things that hurt people around me. I try to be as kind, helpful, and selfless as I can be. I had just been thinking about all this quite a lot the past few days, and I'm very appreciative for the unexpected twist in your video. Thank you, Scott. It was very helpful to hear. I hope you continue to surprise us with every video!

[@Bowman2point0]

Wowza! That's a wall of text! Why not post an incredibly personal response to an incredibly personal video?

[@bradleyaleshire8706]

I always love your authenticity and humility, Scott. Thank you. That last part of the video was incredibly impactful for me. I’ve been struggling lately with some difficult feelings. I had an abusive father growing up, and I’m about to have my first child sometime in the next month. I’m having a son, and as a son, I never really knew what a father looked like in a positive light. I’ve been trying to figure out what it means to me to be a father, and your sentiment at the end of the video hit me pretty hard. I needed to hear that. Thank you.

[@ashspectrum]

i remember watching this video when it released even though i hadnt seen the show, and decided to watch it again now that ive seen the show since i didnt remember much of the video. completely forgot the ending of this video and rewatching it i was hit with a wave of memories of a lot of stuff that happened right before this video released. im really glad that i rewatched it. the first time i watched this remember focusing on the "if youre worried that you might be like them" bit and crying at my desk because i finally felt seen, and here i am, almost a year after the thing happened and im able to focus on the fact that im still scared, but that its okay. im not like them. genuinely, hearing those words means so much. thank you for being able to be vulnerable in these videos, and i cant wait to see everything thats going to come out next from you.

[@danieldiaz143]

I’ve never been disappointed by this channel or by you Scot. Especially since you’ve open yourself and given our community so much. Thanks for this and for being part of Late to the party

[@ZadnoleyaEdits]

Wow this video hit hard. I've been subscribed for years but lately your vids don't show up in my feed anymore. I'm hitting the bell after this.

[@docpepperclassic]

Been subscribed to you for a while. In my opinion you are making the best videos you’ve ever made right now. A lotta channels I subscribe to go into my “watch later” when I see a new vid, but I actively *make* the time for a new Nerdsync video as soon as I see it. Keep up the wonderful work.

[@CyberSoulgem]

Honestly this video hit really close to home, I had built my life and selfworth around someone, I thought they were the most amazing person, I wanted to be them, that person went on to hurt me deeply, Ive been in therapy for a little over a year, and I've been healing, I hope you are too, keep up the great videos

[@owensreviews625]

Man, I haven’t seen a NerdSync video in years. But yet, you still got that touch, as this was a really well made video. Plus, that’s just means there’s more Invincible related content I can consume. EDIT: Wow, was not expecting that turn toward the middle. A surprise to be sure, but a welcome one.

[@TheHumanDart]

Have a feeling I am in the exact same position with my father, who I idolised. And only a few years ago discovered who he is/used to be and what he had done that was never known to anyone but him and those he affected until they broke their silence. My way of coping was to mourn the death of the father that i knew, as we all removed him from our lives. Have always been a huge fan of this channel even if i dont watch every video, and looking forward to all kinds if content you release. My thoughts, understanding and support are with you.

[@Religion0]

Lol, my mom doesn't know who Batman is. Which surprised me, but is on brand for her.

[@griffins.pierce678]

Excited for a more regular upload schedule! And I for one am so excited for your comic deviations. Your D&D video is one of my favorites from this channel and I can’t wait for the Danny Phantom video!

[@RogueRen]

Scott, can I just... give you a hug? That got real heavy. It seems like you've gone through quite a storm growing up and I'm glad you have friends and family to support you.

[@josiahdensby2053]

Thanks for bringing your connection so close to the forefront. I don't know how hard or easy that was, but I'm grateful for you not only being vulnerable in this video about your Mark/Omni-man confection, but also being so genuinely geeky and nerdy in all your videos: makes being a nerd feel great!

[@JoshuaBrown2018]

Up Up and Away reference?!? I love you.

[@cabacage3593]

Honestly any content you end up making, will be pretty awesome. Love your stuff and your ability to research. Thank you!

[@TemMartz]

Wow, that got very raw at the end. Thank you for sharing. Remember, Mark went to some crazy places, but he was always chasing the good that he saw in his dad, not the darkness. And he accomplished that good. You are not that bad person.

[@KevinMinke]

I'm so sad that you don't make as many videos, but the quality of your work is so great that I am just happy to get a video ever again from you. Keep working hard on your videos and I'll always be here for it. I know the feeling you talk about at the end very well, and I support your journey through life. Scott, you are still my top 5 favorite channels on KZbin and one of the reasons I'm stilling using this platform.

[@BlightCosmos]

1:07 The Invincible title card appearing at points when the character says the word always gets me especially at the very serious parts

[@danielduff]

Dear Scott, please make a video about Danny Phantom. And do you think you could introduce me to Kuro the Artist? He seems like a really cool guy, and I know you’re working on that Danny Phantom co-lab so you must know him.

[@tecpaocelotl]

I'll admit when you talk about your mentor, remind me of two people who I consider my mentor which sadly had dark things that we distanced ourselves from. I teared up.

[@TheJojoman1990]

I completely agree with your new goals for the channel. You were literally the 1st comic channel I really truly loved. Also the 1st creator who actually replied to one of my comments(refer to the Mxyzptlk- Flash video). There's nothing wrong with having multiple facets through which you express your interests. Im absolutely ready for a Danny Phantom, Scooby-Doo, and I can't believe you watched Up, up, and away. Your a great guy and creator.. I believe in you. Can't wait to see your new direction.

[@DeeboX-vv8ji]

It takes a big man to admit he's wrong. I didn't know anything about Invincible, it only took the first episode for me to hit my local comic book store to get the real skinny. Awesome comic, I can't stop reading. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@nightwinger234]

Scott, this is my favourite channel on KZbin. I think it has been for a while. I've been here since the old days, and watching your content shift without changing itself entirely is beautiful. You're exuberant, honest, and a beautiful, smart man. I love you, and your channel.

[@MixedUp_]

This video is so good, it really hit home when you were talking about losing unwavering positive opinions for people when you get older. I’m so happy to see so many great new videos for you!

[@O.V.]

I'm normally not much of a commenter, but having found your KZbin channel through It's Probably (not) Aliens I've really enjoyed watching alot of your back catalog. This video really spoke to me, because I've had a good number of people from my past that I looked up to that ended up being awful, terrible people. People that really made me understand the meaning of the phrase "Kill your heroes." Having come out to many of my close friends and family members that I am transgender, it means a lot to me that there are people like you on KZbin that are accepting of others, and have learned from their past. It makes me feel better about myself when there are others that question their past and grow from it. I know this comment probably seems parasocial, but I promise that I rarely make comments, and when I do they are cheesy one liners. You probably won't read this comment on a year old video, but if you do, just know you've helped me unpack some of my own issues. Thank you

[@afnanshahid8466]

"I've been disappointing you ever since" Nah bruh. Before, you were one of the good content creators I followed, fun videos I'd watch if they'd pop up in my recommended. But now, especially after your latest update of content where your vids got a lot more researched, lengthier, more personal, you're one of my top followed content creators and no matter the topic, even if I have no interest in the topic itself (like the Bob Ross vid; I didn't grow up with him, only knew of him through memes), I immediately watch your vid as soon as I am able to. TLDR; really liking this new shift in content, I like the No Content Only Context style, and no matter the type of vid you make, be it the new vids or the older style of vids, I'll still be watching.

[@catdunkley]

Honestly Scott I did find you in 2016 with your comic characters stuff but the things that made me love your channel is the deep dives into comics history. I adore what you’ve been doing recently! I love the wacky topics and longer videos. They are totally my jam.

[@sham.92]

I think invincible is written in such a personal way that there is something everyone can identify deeply with, this comic made me cry the hardest I've ever cried reading something

[@willschultheis7653]

This video really hit me hard. Thank you so much for making it. I’ve been struggling with whether I am who I was raised to be for the last year and a half or so. Thank you for making me feel seen, heard, and not as alone. Also, your production value for these videos is genuinely so well done, I envy it. Thanks man.

[@hawkshot867]

Growing up isn't about becoming your idols, growing up is about being a better version of your idols.

[@27Tulipa]

Hey Scott, hope you're having a great mini-vacation and you deserve to be happy (in general, not just in the vacation). Your thoughtfulness, passion and *yes context* - especially with the new set of videos - is what has brought myself and probably many other curious viewers over and over again to your channel, no matter the subject. They also stand out with their emotional core: empathising and admiring your bravery and openess is what brightens my day when seeing your videos. I hope that your sharing them helps you too, like the one you shared here. Here's to brightening your day :)

[@mattiesavannahpahl9934]

I still haven't finished the show, but I wanted to swoop in with a like and a comment and get out before I get spoiled! I'll be back to watch in a few days Scott! 😘

[@adrianvelante8014]

Hi Mattie!

[@speedy01247]

WATCH IT. (Like seriously if you don't have Amazon, just pirate it, don't wait till it gets spoiled)

[@mattiesavannahpahl9934]

@@speedy01247 I am watching it? I said I haven't FINISHED it yet.

[@mattiesavannahpahl9934]

@@adrianvelante8014 hey hey!

[@jameskiely2788]

Wow, I feel this video a lot more than I expected. I never met my dad and there was a time when I thought I should find out about him. "A boy needs his father" and all that. Since learning about him I live in fear of what I come from and who I might become. Still struggle with it. Someday, I hope I can help support the channel with more than positive thoughts but til then keep doing what you are doing. You'll always have at least one viewer eager to hear whatever you want to talk about.

[@Rhodair]

no one's entirely good or evil - we can still celebrate the positive aspects we pick up from people while dismissing the negatives - being influenced by someone is not an all-or-nothing deal

[@Yankeesheepdog]

Another amazing video Scott! I love the personal aspect you fold into each video, this and the Thor video brought a tear to my eye, I could relate. Please keep going in this direction, it is refreshing to see real vulnerability and complexity that we as humans are faced to deal with on the daily. It seems that KZbin is all about the twenty-something billionaire content creators with their shiny Tesla’s and million dollar crash pads where all the kool kids hang out, it’s all flash and zero realism! I know I can’t speak for all nerds but life is not all staged thumbnails, expensive unboxings or overhyped branding content; life is more nuanced then that. You are a brilliant content creator and a positive influence to “nerds” everywhere. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to this craft and please keep being a beacon of hope, child-like curiosity, and a lover of all things deemed nerdy.

[@OldManSmith712]

I joined during your "prime" era, enjoyed the shift to broader topics, and Ill keep enjoying whatever you make as long as you keep being passionate about it. Change is part of life. Keep up the great work.

[@alonehades100]

You really are the best Scott, always make the context that makes you the happiest, I for one am just glad Nerdsync is here to stay

[@cristarose503]

Hey, I get you. My dad was an a**hole. I had to deal with the idea that half of my genes came from the guy. Thanks for having the courage to be vulnerable. You're awesome.

[@exarkun42]

I fully understand what you mean about having to explain things from all angles. Every time I get a question about an obscure character from the Star Wars Extended Universe (one of my biggest passions, I have to resist the urge to plug my favorite EU comics here), I have to spend an hour explaining the context that a character is developing in.

[@krisophugwell4370]

Never disappointing. Yes your style and format has evolved over the years, but I always find them enjoyable and informative. When your enthusiasm shines through, that warms the part of my own personality that loves this art-form. Never apologize for being yourself, let others apologize to you for not recognizing your uniqueness.

[@Magos_Biologis_Tyranus]

Virtual hug my dude. I feel the same about the idol letting you down. Hurts to see someone else having gone through that. I'm glad you're getting help. Allow yourself to be just man and not Superman, you don't have to be strong when you have a support system and it sounds like you have a good one.

[@stephanberger3476]

What just happened? I was watching your thumbnail video and it flipped out on me. Now it's gone! Edit: got your mail, good call! Looking forward to finishing it later 😎

[@j.epstein7723]

Same, except I was able to finish the video. Now I will spoil it for you!

[@j.epstein7723]

Ahhh now I see why. Very good call

[@AZbyNite]

Dude make whatever vids you want, the way you express yourself makes them enjoyable.

[@janlukegabriel]

I can resonate with this all too well... I used to adore someone from my family. But now, I get irritated and annoyed when I'm compared/likened to him. I am not him, and I won't grow up to be like him

[@siegeofdarkness8212]

I really enjoy the new direction your channel has taken over the years. You're a brave man for talking about more serious and personal issues... the fact that you can relate these experiences/issues with comics is awesome. You might not have outright said it... but I'm pretty sure I had a "family friend" like you discreetly mentioned. I can't honestly say I know exactly what you're talking about, but as someone who technically lost his virginity before kindergarten I may have projected my own problems on to what you described in this video. Don't know/think you went through the same thing I did but it felt like you were talking directly to me and I get serious 'vibes' from your content in this particular video. It's taken years of therapy and unfortunately a greater number of years experiencing such atrocities to come to terms with what happened. It sucked to live through such B.S., not because it was horrible but because I felt so alone before I started talking about what happened a little more openly. It was a hard thing to do, opening up about my childhood and the reality of what happened but I think in the end game it serves the long term purpose of beginning to help heal my trauma. It's nice to hear someone I have admired for years express that they may not be quite like the superheroes that we all know and love but more like the humans we all wish we weren't, if that makes any sense. You are in my humble and perhaps foolish opinion- a good person Party on Wayne (this is the part where you're supposed to say: 'Party on Garth)

[@lucawolff6460]

Scott, please...I know anxiety is an as....tonishing amount of work, but please: Don't you ever say, that you dissapoint us. I've been rewatching a lot of your old videos in the last time. And as a viewer, they're still very good...but...it always seems like somethings missing. Everytime when you think: "Oh boy, now we're getting started!", the video ends with an: "What do you guys think?". Don't get me wrong...that's the kind of videos from...2016? Pre 2016? I've never had that feeling than, because I didn't know it could be different and I don't have it now, because of the much much higher quality of your videos. I loved your videos back than and I adore them even more today. Especialy this banger one, that I just watched. You think you're just gettin a really fun time with some quirky nerdy stuff? B A N G!!! A deep message with a personal story! B O O M!!! Social critism and political views between the panels! S N I K T!!! Capitalism is bad! Classic Nerdsync.... So...I know it's hard and sometimes it maybe feels that way, but you're not dissapointing. You Sir, are just gettin better and better in any kind of way

[@weslesser]

These more recent personalized videos are my comfort videos now. I'd love to hear you ramble on about Danny Phantom and Butch Hartman, pretty please.

[@shgysk8zer0]

This video sums up pretty much everything great about this channel.

[@rubencabral1838]

That last little bit of your video, I never would've thought I needed to hear that. One of my biggest fears is becoming my father. Without you I never would've thought that fear is a sign I won't become him

[@bethanylaurel]

I found you through your Scooby Doo videos and genuinely, I am so here for the non-Marvel/non-DC content you delve into. Your videos are thoughtful and informative-even with the reduced number of videos, your 2020 output was so wonderful. Thanks so much for sharing more of your interests with us!

[@Fiery9024]

This is actual the FIRST video of yours I've ever seen. And now you have a new patron. I can't afford much, but I really appreciated this video. Keep working, keep talking. I ended up having to get a PhD in Psychology to learn how to do that. Talking comics is a much cheaper way to go.

[@davitakirkland348]

Thank you for sharing that painful part of you! Therapy is really good and helpful! But thank you for sharing 🤗

[@rigorgrynn]

This was really deep and personal. I appreciate you taking the energy and time to make something like this. Judging by your voice near the end alone it couldn't have been easy for you. You're nerdsync not comics explained. You talk about topics your passionate about and those of us that genuinely enjoy and care about your content will be here for it. The effort shines through, even though not everyone is positive or even vocal in what they put out. I hope our support can still be felt, your a cool dude. Appreciate you.

[@Kobe.T]

After the first fight scene I turned the show off and didn’t rerun for a few weeks. I had assumed that it was all going to be the standard superhero stuff like that fight was. Glad I went back to it because it is so much more.

[@akhirajordao3399]

I really like how the channel is turning out, each new video seems like a gift, made with a lot of effort and love. So I don't mind having fewer, since they are all so good

[@ezoidrake5290]

We love you and everything about nerdsync

[@ThePatDoran]

You’re very brave for making this video Scott. I’m sorry you had to experience such hardship, but I’m glad you shared it because it might just be the story that helps someone else. ☺️ Also glad to hear you’ll be putting out more videos on a regular basis. Can’t wait to have you back in my regular rotation.

[@Kekkersboy]

Unpopular opinion the Omniman villain reveal should have happened in episode 3 to give us time to get used to him as great dad before we see who he really is.

[@TMSokoya]

In an ideal world that would've been nice. But most people probably wouldn't have stuck around by then because they'd assume it was a generic superhero series.

[@NobodyofNot]

A (relatively) short video? I’d never thought I’d see one again.

[@cookiemocher388]

18:15 "and then my mentor killed a bunch of innocent civilians, almost beat me to death, and called my mom a pet, and ever since then I was traumatized at the idea of doing indie comics cause blood brings back those painful memories" EDIT; I am grammrr

[@nitinbhattacharyya8784]

Man I am watching a nerdsync video after so long,maybe years at this point,I was always subscribed but the videos never popped up on my feed and it is refreshing watching this. I used to regularly watch Nerdsync vids back in 2016. I was 16 back then.

[@Mirrorcomics24]

Hitop and nerdsync make a video about invincible on the same day?what is this a crossover episode?

[@expendableindigo9639]

Yep, definitely about Invincible, no worries there : p

[@folcrummsngaming1179]

Hi Scott, I have been a fan of yours for a long time now an am looking forward to your return to a regular schedule again. You’re videos have given me so much knowledge and helped me develop my love for comics and the world of fiction, but also how our world influences fiction. You have made some really Interesting videos and your video on para-social relationship inspired me to make a presentation about that topic for a psychology project a couple of months ago (it when very well). I am also enjoying the LTTP podcast, looking forward to all the future episodes there as well as from your channel. I just want to thank you for setting words on why I have had Invincible on my mind ever since the first season raped up. I don’t have the best relationship with my biological dad and I am afraid of becoming more like him. I never had any plan on becoming more like him but, both of us have Aspergers Syndrome (even if he won’t admit it) and it’s effecting us in a very similar way. There are a lot of thematic similarities between the father son relationships in invisible and me and my dad. No violence thankfully, but I have been hurt emotionally by him letting me down time after time. I have looked up to him like all children do to there parents, but I am just done with him. Sorry if this was a bit too much over caring, but I just want to thank you and get this off my chest. Love your videos and hope to see ore amazing content from you in the future.

[@pathevermore3683]

"a bit too much over caring" nope, you good. and let it not be said, you are not your dad.

[@folcrummsngaming1179]

@@pathevermore3683 thanks

[@FrumpleJames]

This was really heartfelt. The show resonated with me and my partner for very similar reasons, but it was almost cathartic? Thank you, it was brave to share this.

[@mikel3510]

I've been watching you since early 2018 and I missed you when I wasn't seeing you in my feed.

[@nubeyazul]

I don't think that Image Comics should be classified as Indie anymore, they're on the big Leagues since a long time ago.

[@sorzin2289]

They will will always be indie. And I hope they can maintain their independence since Amazon probably sees them as a layup or third prize since DC and Marvel are taken.

[@nikomiller]

Indie does not refer to the size of the company, rather to the fact that creators keep the rights to their creations.

[@matthewblanchard9805]

Scott, thank you for adding that statement at the end about not being the person you're afraid to become. I hope you're able to remind yourself of that. I just want to add that modeling yourself on aspect of someones personality that you admired doesn't imbue you with their negative traits. Patterning yourself after someone else behaviors that felt like they could be parts of your personality don't automatically squeeze their worse attributes and behaviors into you either. You are yourself, and unique and wholly capable of never making the choices that a failed mentor made.

[@SupaCoopaStudios]

I’ve never been so happy to be bamboozled.