KAIJUNE 2022 "Week" 1: MEGA NOCTAVISPA

[@jmell458]

Something I've noticed about some mega evolutions is that they occasionally include elements of their previous evolution. Tyranitar is a probably the best example, but others include Salamence gaining part of its shell back, Manectric changing its headshape to resemble Electrike, and Gengar's silhouette/shrinkage of legs to resemble Haunter. It might be something to keep in mind if you need inspiration for an additional colour etc. for a mega evolution.

[@Tamugetsu]

My favorite example is Ampharos and its hair

[@TornaitSuperBird]

Gardevoir and Gallade's bodies become almost entirely white, like Ralts.

[@dinodude8899]

That… is actually a really cool idea actually… obviously Gyarados doesn’t exactly get much from it’s previous evolution because well… it’s Magikarp, but I like that idea.

[@stingerbrg]

@@dinodude8899 It goes back to looking fish-like instead of serpent-like.

[@astrowyrm6871]

well mega Charizard doesn't look much like Charmeleon imo but thats a cool thought edit: woops didnt see that it said some, my bad. It's a cool idea either way and an interesting way to design megas

[@oscarvee8648]

The phrase “the Kaijus that keep us in business” perfectly plants a little seed of doubt in your head about the company in question, actually REALLY good writing

[@spiritflame8806]

I'm loving the "1950s company debrief/history lesson" vibe of this year's challenges. Excited to see more!

[@kemsatofficial]

Lol I was about to comment that I didn’t like it.

[@spiritflame8806]

@@kemsatofficial good for you :)

[@kaiyote7924]

i desperately want him to to a mobile writhing tornado kaiju

[@clankfish]

I think he was going for 1930s, the font looks very 30s

[@kaiyote7924]

@@clankfish this is likely golden age art deco commercialist style

[@Masensory]

Genesis looks lovely, probably dangerous but it feels almost gentle It may not be a pokemon but Id love to be its friends

[@galacticweirdo5977]

Too bad the military killed it

[@tysonvienneau1830]

@@galacticweirdo5977 Good, cause I live in Pennsylvania and I don't want that thing anywhere near me

[@jfcfanfic]

Lol, that intro really made me laugh with people killing monsters despite the monster not doing anything in return...really accurate. Love the mega design too.

[@everfluctuating]

clicked immediately EDIT: lemme just say i love whenever you take these monthly challenges and turn them into entire contained universes. i know they take a lot of work, and rest assured it is appreciated!

[@mozaik-inc]

Mega Noctavispa looks insane. I like the concept thematically: where it schemes and plots but when it mega evolves it’s ready to show why it’s the boss

[@randomname285]

like the second health bar of a final boss - it reminds me of emperor zurg

[@Cricket0021]

mega noctavispa is doing the hitler salute.

[@zcholnk2943]

I never expected megas to be in this series but I’m sure happy there are

[@mr.stomatopoda]

I really wish that instead of discarding it, gamefreak just changed megas slightly so that we could keep them around. As in, while not every Pokémon can have a mega, perhaps they could gain a large stat boost if you used it on them. Similar to dynamax in that every Pokémon can, but some get decent looking forms.

[@AllesZuSpaet53]

@@flysoup3607 Yeah, it's not like the games rake in hundreds of millions every year

[@pixels5986]

I thought i clicked the wrong video when I saw the intro lol

[@archieeverett6185]

I love the whole concept of megas, they just feel more than the original Pokémon - I love that - and Noctavispa does that ✨perfectly✨

[@slimetank394]

The fact that Genesis didn't even fight back or do anything when it's being destroyed make me sad :((( Love this new Challenge! Genesis looks amazing!

[@fj4533]

I really liked genesis and love how she is just the tutorial, excited to see what's next It might be interesting if humans discovered that genesis was actually an ally and they needed to "bring her back" in some way like maybe use something of her corpse as a weapon

[@RaulDiaz-mp8ms]

The Mothra effect.

[@FierceGalactaKnight]

I feel like Mega Noctavispa doesn't look different enough or "Mega" enough. I feel like if the wings were bigger and the body a little sleeker it would give off a more intimidating, powerful vibe. But for a daily challenge, it's still really good. I like the color change

[@CookieCruncha95]

At around 6:30 I heard "I Chose... N-" and got interrupted by an ad. So much unintentional meme energy with how that was delivered...

[@minedantaken1684]

The porcelain mech looks stunning, but.... You know... Porcelain. Also, I like that mega noctavispa is basically hailing, really plays up the evilness and the shiny looks like zygarde? Beautiful!

[@limeyell0w945]

it has the patterns that a lot of porcelain stuff has.

[@MisterKazePresents]

The Wordle Eater segment was brilliantly presented and really immersive indeed! Looking forward to more.

[@moxxie03]

Really loved the design for Genesis, kinda a shame it was destroyed, they seemed like such a gentle giant. Mega noctavispa looked pretty cool as well! Really nice video, I honestly can't wait to see both the Kaiju and the mega mons (Btw, will the Kaiju get merch like the dragons did from Smaugust?)

[@r.wilson470]

Ooooh I’m loving the universe of this challenge, a company trying to profit off of KAIJUS of all things is just an awesome, mildly funny, and accurate concept. I love genesis’ design, it looks so serene yet powerful, and earl grey is just an awesome mech design, I’m looking forward to the rest of Kaijune!! As for the mega evolution, YES i was so excited when I saw it was for Noctavispa. The minimello line is still one of my favorite Mazah region lines, and while I already wanted a Noctavispa on my team, I definitely want one now!!

[@dolphinpower1107]

Honestly so glad you not only gave Noctavista a mega but also gave it another redesign because I thought your last one was too rounded.

[@spdz.studio]

Mega Noctavispa really gave me destiny 2 vibes and more specifically savathun vibes, and im not gonna lie, it looks really nice !

[@timwoods2852]

Wooo! PA represent! Loving Genesis's twisted, yet gentle design. Aw, those white stripes on Noctavispa's stinger really gave it a nice pop. Also helps tie it to the wasp theme. Otherwise a great design and pose, really gave me an Emperor Zerg feel.

[@Vaati1992]

Since my partner is from a very rural, wooded part of Pennsylvania... I love Genesis a lot. Reminds me of them and the anecdotes of them hunting and almost falling on their butt when they get out of the woods and reach the road again before heading home. Plus in general I love forests, creature designs that are genuine ecosystems in their own rights (hello Torterra!), and it also has Forest Spirit (y'know, from Princess Mononoke?) vibes, too. Great design! And the other two designs are also great!

[@nandyk.2026]

I was already looking forward to how you'd present the world of these designs when I first saw the pieces- and this doesn't disappoint !!

[@snappyy8600]

The new style that you bring to these challenges really gives the whole thing a lot more character and gets people including myself more invested, keep doing your great work man.

[@isky6541]

Oh man! I loved the Pacific Rim movie so much, glad to see Kaijune!!

[@diegomaldonado5224]

Kaiju and mecha or giant robot is two favorite thing and I love your artwork design

[@shrek5hype991]

I like how everyone has collectively forgotten that he made Gmaxes for the starters

[@ryrexvids1160]

yeah what’s up with that, is it just retconned?

[@jesseyu162]

@@ryrexvids1160 I think he’s doing Mega Evolutions AND G-Max forms

[@jesseyu162]

oh nevermind I didn’t watch far enough in the video

[@stencilfox5]

the amount of editing , work , design and world building in these videos is fantastic I honestly think there's nothing like this on other channels and it gets me motivated to keep creating no matter what

[@jakubsolar4670]

NICE! I liked the oldest Noctavispa design especially for its pose as it sinisterely reaches for something with its arm! Second design lost that sinister and creepy feel, but Now we have a new feel that however returns back to being evil! Now the default Noctavispa does look Intimidating as it should be! Mega Evolution was really impressive, I'm just happy that the Normal Noctavispa did get its Intimidating look back!

[@J75Pootle]

I love your art style and the creativity you have for all of these types of creatures - that's why I absolutely love these challenge months because I just get to watch you work your magic, keep up the great work!

[@FlumpyTripod]

That flavor you're adding with the narration and such adds so much. It heightens the great designs even more by creating a specific atmosphere for them

[@jmmangulabnan6710]

this is just beautiful everything from the Kaiju designs, the stories behind them up to the 1950's vibe, as always a very great job can't wait for more

[@just_a_folk95]

Really love the immersion and presentation of Kaijune, and the theme looks really promising. Your creature art is amazing and always inspiring, and I'm also thrilled about seeing some more Mechs too. I'm also SO HAPPY about the Noctavispa re-redesign, I always felt (and commented) that the first redesign made it too round and less intimidating, here the feeling and edge of the first is kept and improved, and I like it a lot! As for the mega, I like the design and I feel like the nectar color change is a nice touch. As a reminder for next Megas, remember that some of them changed their typing even, so that can be a thing that expands your limits with concepts and designs from the base Pokemon!

[@caracaracat2958]

These Kaiju and Mecha are already so unbelievably cool. I can’t wait to see more of these designs!!

[@crudkip4326]

kaijus must be really fun to draw! being the kaiju nerd i am myself, i will look forward to this series and maybe get inspiration from it! I actually was more interested in the kaiju than the pokemon, despite me adoring both.

[@catdust]

what if the first kaiju was a test by some greater force? to see how the inhabitance would react? and we failed that test, horribly.

[@hblue7176]

The docile behavior of Genesis gave me that impression too. No doubt the Titans that follow will not be nearly so gentle.

[@slimetank394]

Greater deities: send a peace ambassador to meet their proud creation human: WTF is that?? Kill it with fire!! or anything!!

[@yannismorris4772]

Yeah and World Eater might be actively invested in making sure that humanity fails any further test in the interest of profit

[@mangoalias608]

we need to appreciate the storytelling going on here just as much as the art. i LOVE these monthly challenges bc the stories that are told around the drawings are always FANTASTIC and captivating. I was in love with every mermay video, and i think i'm gonna absolutely love kaijune as well :)

[@cajunyoutube2552]

I love the new challenge! your intricate monster designs are my favorite part of this channel! thanks :D

[@clairethomas2471]

I absolutely adore this new world eater universe you’re creating this is right up my alley and your designs are so beautiful

[@ThanhTran-nl8du]

It’s crazy how not only did you get the general real world reference for Scarlet and Violet correct, but also the THEMES (traditionalism vs modernity, old vs new) correct. Jack is an oracle.

[@sebastiafuentes8247]

Genesis looks mesmerizing

[@juanponcedeleon2530]

Absolutely stunning, talent can’t even BEGIN to describe the work that is put into these videos, drawings, stories, EASILY COULD BE MOVIES. Lovely, daring, beautiful.

[@Theredpearl3113]

I fun detail I think you should add to the design of the mega stones. Each mega stone has a unique color palette that reflects the pokemon, it would be a cool detail to include.

[@benchappelow473]

Noctavispa and its line has for sure been one of my favourites of the Maza region, absolutely love the design and cant wait for the rest of Kaijune

[@maximillianleaf5997]

I absolutely adore the roaring 20's vibe being given off from the kaiju designs.

[@LizardClone2]

As someone who is way more into daikaiju and other giant monsters, I'm really looking forward to this month.

[@alexanderlambert295]

I remember the first time I watched one of your monthly challenges. I'd intended to just skip to the pokemon, but watching the Mermay videos I was enthralled by the story. After that I started watching just everything on the channel and loved it. The 1900s in this setting must have been a royally messed up time. Also, so glad you went with megas. I love them myself personally. Mega Noctivespa looks great.

[@ymous9109]

If I might give my thoughts as to your designs, I want to say you absolutely nailed your designs, presentation and theme. While not perhaps the most interesting way to have taken the prompt Genesis (perhaps something relates to birth, or the creation of the universe. Or even religion if you're feeling spicy), the execution was incredible. Absolutely amazing. Beautiful, evocative and sad story as well. The little background was a nice touch. I kinda wish that following its murder, an alien forest has grown from its corpse that can't be reclaimed, representing its prompt and giving it the final victory in death. I have less to say on the mech, apart from the fact that it was fantastic. Very cute, I almost imagined a swarm of miniature versions running some Manor. Both designs were utterly rad. As for the pokemon, I hope you don't mind some critique. I wish a little bit more had been done to change/ramp up the design and theme. The cape like wings and claws were cool but personally I don't feel like they were quite enough. Also, the way the wings curve and the direction in which Noctavespa is looking and pointing reduces its sense of height. In addition, I don't think the crown shaped head really worked. Looked more goofy, and slimmed the head, making them even more bottom heavy. Not a problem if you went for the LOOM but like I said, I don't think you went hard enough there. I also would've liked to see something done with the bulb/stinger/honey sack at their base, rather than just making it larger. A bit more to shake up their character. But that's just me. Overall great work, really really looking forward to this series

[@chunkymonkey7983]

That's what I thought! The patern on the bulb should be changed IMO, or the pattern on the OG Noctavespa's bulb should be removed

[@yannismorris4772]

I like that forest idea

[@dontquoteme2657]

I dont think the prompt was genesis though it was forest (genesis is just its code name)

[@ymous9109]

@@dontquoteme2657 ah yes you're right. My bad

[@drsharkboy6568]

@@dontquoteme2657 still an unremovable forest could’ve sprouted from its corpse with that prompt.

[@muhdsaifullahong1451]

been watching Subjectively since 2019-ish, and have always loved the contents. doesn't matter if there are more Mazah stuffs, or prompt list-based arts, love 'em all. I've enjoyed Mermay, Smaugust, and Apoctober, so Kaijune is a very welcomed addition. Keep up the good work, but don't over exert yourselves. 👍👍👍

[@shroudncover9515]

I cannot express how much I love these types of art month challenges from you guys, the plots and backstories are freaking sweet!!!!

[@darkredARN]

Love the lore/background story for these themed monthly challenges! Keep it up Subjectively!

[@annaphorra]

god i love how creative you get with the drawing challenge stories!!! never change!!!

[@logic9680]

Oh my god I love the new mega. I have always been a sucker for evil villain designs and you struck gold here. The atmosphere of World Eater is so awesome! I love both designs and the old 1930s and 40s radio style is truly beautiful. All in all, an amazing episode to kick things off

[@alambrito3377]

I absolutely love your storytelling, can't wait to see more!

[@samuelhaensly133]

That’s so sick that the Mazah region has megas. I can’t wait to see more

[@zenith675]

This is my favourite of your challenges so far. I'm already invested in the lore!

[@harenava1451]

THE ENDING BIOS ARE SO COOL, those are the kind of things I ALWAYS put with my own monsters, I LOVE that work!

[@d4rknite862]

I really like how you make the drawing challenges more emmersive with the lore it makes it so much more interesting to watch

[@DannyThaTranny]

Truly my favorite line you've designed so far I love that it got the first mega 💕

[@lasagna3289]

This concept already has my brain racing with ideas for how the kaijus effect the world. Like, products made using the organs and scales of kaijus, and stuff like that.

[@candiednova]

i really love these months of your drawings and the worlds you build with them, its always so fun to see what you do next! i was immediately hooked by this opening and im so excited to see what the rest of the month brings, this idea is so fun!

[@milov3154]

Always like the themes you give these month-challenges, gives them a lot of personality. I just hope you don't get burnt out.

[@darkmaster9245]

It’s a given that art channels are creative but holy shit you guys take this to another level of not just art but content creation

[@donovan802]

MEGA EVOLUTION?!?! LET’S GO!!!

[@Bal1o1Bom]

I am already loving this kaiju americana aesthetic, looking forward to watching the others!

[@immagical7036]

I love how the intro to this has the old timey American accent that still had some British elements in it, very nice

[@lokalcrow1470]

I am surprised at how much I like Noctavispa now after the redesign! It went from forgettable to one of my favourites. It's pretty awesome to see how a few changes to proportion and shapes made such a difference.

[@undercoverotter4277]

After you explained the concept of a world shaped by giant monsters and mec’s, all I had to say was “I love it”. ❤️

[@v.v365]

Initially I clicked for Pokémon, but the style and lore of your KaiJune drawings drew me in, that was awesome and I can’t wait for your next designs!

[@mokkamakoron]

I absolutely love your world building videos like the previous ones with mermay and apoctober and now this Kaiju setting, it's fascinating. Of course I love the Pokemon stuff too, but I'm a sucker for world building and the old-timey feel you give it all makes it super intriguing, I can't wait to see more!

[@ChadianRoyal]

This right here is just awesome. I love the aesthetic of the briefings and I like the designs already. I might do one of the later prompts just so I'd have enough time to give it some good quality

[@jmell458]

Oh my god this is so good. Loving the production value! I hope it was as fun to make as it is to watch!

[@shadowvictory9225]

Not gonna lie, mega noctovispa is one of the most insane mega designs I have ever seen. I would love to use it...

[@happysteeleel]

Love the kaijune aesthetic, and that mega is just *chef's kiss*

[@grezgrandon3824]

The theme for this Kaijune reminds me as a mix up between Pacific Rim and Fallout. Absolutely brilliant! Can't wait to see more!

[@theonionqueen3519]

THAT. WAS. AWESOME. I love the whole World Eater thing! I’m so enthralled.

[@SimplyJoelsworth]

I’ve missed your other content as much as I like the mass Pokémon videos, it’s how I fell in love with this channel in the first place and I love how immersed you get into these universes it’s really inspiring!

[@turtley8581]

I'm super excited for this, the opening of this video was incredibly interesting and I love the designs so far

[@עומרשרייבר-ל4ר]

Cant wait to see the rest of this story. The kaiju and mech both look great. This is gonna be good. Also the mega is sick.

[@Taiokarlo]

I'm loving Kaijune!!!!

[@TheGrizzlo503]

Despite this not being an existing pokemon, my mom saw me watching this and asked "is that a Pokémon?" even though she’s only familiar with like the 5 most well known gen 1 mons. That’s a testament to how well you emulate the Pokémon art style

[@Phinxmaria]

I love the theming and stories lf these challenges so much, the sound of this with the 50s radio is top notch so good

[@osoaioi]

you're narration is so funny im already in love with your kaijune content

[@shadowdagon7930]

When i see mega noctivispa, i only think of it saying "You may be a villain but you are not a super villain. What is the difference you ask? PRESENTATION"

[@PurgatoryProductions1]

mega… mega noctivispa… megamind…

[@throstlewanion]

I’m a big fan of the 40K titans that are basically giant knight mechas so I love your porcelain design because it shares a similar inspiration but you took it in a direction that’s much more elegant and chivalrous. Honestly will be really looking forward to the rest of Kaijune!

[@wimpodxd1036]

might be the only one here but Noctavispa (both normal and the Mega) really give's me the same vibe's as your apoctober art you did last time. like it could fit in right in that world! also can`t wait for what you have to show for Kaijune 2022!!!

[@moviemakr3938]

Your concept for Kaijune is interesting. I love that 1930s style tutorial for the joining World Eater and I'm getting vibes of Atlantis in terms of the setting and technology used involving the kaiju here. Good work.

[@caelamoffatt8818]

I really loved watching the world eater debrief. It was short, but so immersive. I can't wait to see what you have in store next

[@llewtree3013]

Gosh I love the creativity in your challenges it’s so fun to watch

[@gonzalofraguasbringas8617]

This was amazing!! I'm loving the 1930s Kaiju and mech aesthetic! it's so cool!

[@sagedeen4180]

I LOVE the vibe of World Eater and I am so excited to see the rest of your designs, realy loved the forest horns, I am huge fan of the mega and redesgin aswell, I was luke warm on them before but the improved pose and preportions finally made it click.

[@personman2454]

I was never a fan of the other drawing challenges admittedly, it was just never my thing. But for this one, I’m honestly looking forward to the challenge more than the Pokémon. This video was amazing.

[@brandonhall7498]

They killed Genesis? Truly humanity is monstrous.

[@whatevaneusens5174]

MEGA EVOLUTIONS FINALLY

[@tfGalvatron1]

I've always liked Mega Evolutions. so I'm glad to see them make a return here! also the concept and presentation around the whole World Eater stuff is so well done. really excited to see that universe expanded upon

[@drawing.4335]

you are the best I would like to see the mega evolutions of gastronaut, quetzillian and bathygigas

[@elnic_kai]

i love the lore bits but they definitely shouldn't be the whole time. love ya jack, excellent work

[@Ennugget]

The quality and quantity of your vids is increadible. You might be one of the hardest working youtubers i know

[@brimstone_25]

The aesthetic of Kaijune is kinda cool! Love the two first creations🤗💛

[@archienoyce2453]

this video is literally an art piece. amazing! i am so pumped for this series