Little King John: THE FLOOD Part 2

[@Patacorow]

hearing little king john sing is like being born again

[@izzythetrashposter5710]

and then dying

[@Random_Nobody]

Izzy the Trashposter OOF

[@missdalwai7822]

I have been reborn 7million times

[@FlyingPringleJJ]

This is actually a really amazing story. Like, i thought this was a joke at first, but now... I realize how beautiful this series is.

[@musicandfever304]

+Jacob Jarrett (JacobJayCraft) heck yeah!

[@grangerkrajca]

Someone who can appreciate this! Huzzah!

[@pluto7712]

FlyingPringle I know right!

[@ava_likes_icecream3972]

FlyingPringle yeah even though it looks weird it's interesting and beautiful

[@korosensei6226]

ya even thought the animation is like a smf (or sfm idk) but the story is beautiful

[@kingbear0099]

It seems like if this show had legitimate voice actors that it could go mainstream, but the creepiness of the text-to-speech voices gives it a more underground feel. Like there is another meaning behind all of this

[@voxxbox4744]

His other characters like Summer Solstice Baby, Happyman, Green Monster, ect, are actually not text to speech and are voiced. The voices are just edited lol.

[@dorothyallspice1862]

A redubbing of RBG would have been great.

[@daddylonglegs3420]

god if there were voice actors i definitely wouldnt be watching this, thats top disturbing

[@kpboylan]

After watching Starship Genius, this episode is so much more profound and beautiful than I initially thought. When Sneezy first meets the Little King, his dialogue is stilted and scathing because he deeply resents John but has to pretend as if he has no idea who John is. Then, as the many moons go by and they spend their days singing sea shanties, you can see Sneezy slowly developing a begrudging affection for LKJ. Whether this was planned out initially or retconned years later, it's masterful stuff.

[@squawkietalkie56]

nice analysis. I think about lkj and sneezy all the time

[@fishyeverything8530]

This here is proof that graphics don't matter

[@Mazered20]

And that as long as you do something you love, if you do it honestly there will be people to appreciate it

[@DISTurbedwaffle918]

The music is what really makes this man's work, imo. I used to think it was the writing, but ultimately the writing wouldn't work so good if the music didn't provide such great atmosphere.

[@VirtuaVirtue]

this is proof that art style (and technically graphics) matters, if the graphics werent intentionally godawful or the voice comically robotic, a lot of the unique charm would be lost

[@sjoerdjuxta]

what are you on about, it's beautiful

[@thexwhats2989]

Yes

[@JovialEclipse]

The thing about this series. I don't care if the animation is bad, what matters is the story. And the music is beautifully composed.

[@ava_likes_icecream3972]

Christme Productions yes! It's interesting

[@korosensei6226]

the animation isn't bad either

[@julianfoy9888]

I’m a strange way I don’t think the story or music would work as well with more detailed animation, the abstraction keeps the midi and the text to speech and simple story from crossing into uncanny territory, instead creating a uneque (and I personally think beautiful atmosphere

[@thealmightycastform9380]

The bad animation is part of the charm.

[@alissaswan5060]

ChrisTehMii ikr

[@Raindahkitty]

I find it so fantastic that Little King John has made (somewhat) of a friend, even in such a dark time. I get the chills when Sneezy asks why he looks so darn sad and LKJ looks completely lost in thought. Never could I believe a strange 3D rat model could convey so many depressing and fearful expressions until I found out about Ratboy Genius.

[@liquidduck8052]

The music helps!

[@LetsPlayKradnium]

My favourite part is the sea shanty. Its actually so good on a musical level that it should have been a whole episode

[@bloodleaf5717]

I love that part to, it's so cute!

[@grangerkrajca]

Same here!

[@lunaseur327]

「Gappy」 Soft and Wet stole the moisture in the air then popped the bubble causing the flood

[@JonYodice]

yo ho yo ho little king john. searching for land.

[@SvetlanaEsir-pi8xk]

​@@lunaseur327 IS THAT A JOJO REFERENCE!?!!

[@prettybarf]

Tfw he has several pictures of Baby hung up

[@spaghetti3904]

Because he LOVES baby and baby is his family

[@Nmac-]

Hes a SIMP

[@prettybarf]

@@Nmac- You know? You're right.

[@swiinglepop2813]

I’ve been revisiting The Flood. Back in middle school, My friends and I originally watched it as a joke, but we made it a tradition to watch parts of it on the bus before and after school. We genuinely love this series. Even though we live far apart from each other, whenever we drive hundreds of miles to see each other, we always binge this very series, as well as RBG dreams minecraft. This always holds a special place in my heart. Thank you, RBG!

[@ratboygenius]

Wow that's so awesome and makes me so happy! Thanks for sharing.

[@tadtad4616]

KZbin needs a love button

[@avalorenz2702]

2:11 these lines had reminded me of something I had heard before, and a quick search found that this was in fact a direct reference to the Epic of Gilgamesh. Ryan Dorin's work is so impressive and sophisticated in its usage of reference here. This is excellent work. Please keep it up.

[@burucchi]

Words fail to describe how uplifting LKJ and Sneezy's sea shanties were. Despite the tragedy that has befallen LKJ, he and Sneezy are still able to have a position outlook on life and keep pressing on in search of their new promised land, where LKJ's glorious kingdom will be rebuilt. An alluring tale, as always, RBG. Hats off to you, sir. And the music remains just masterful.

[@1TW1-m5i]

Yo ho, yo ho, yo-ho-yo-ho. Now that's how you do a shanty.

[@robynfenty4081]

LKJ represents the american dream. He is a character very similar to Jay Gatsby, in my opinion.

[@gdust6579]

hes more like Noah he doesnt have much of a party or any animals or family either way

[@JonYodice]

yo ho, yo ho. yo ho yo ho. little king john searching for land

[@cxnnibal-qveen73]

Okay, I came because memes and all but.. This is actually a really fucking good story so far. Like, I don't even care about everyone joking about the 'deformed cgi monsters'(which I think are cute, honestly) and silly robotic voices anymore, this is good shit so far. Story and music wise. I honestly cannot wait to watch even more about Little King John and the others. I'm fully interested and loving this.

[@videogamenostalgia]

Can't wait for the episode where Little King John and Sneezy repopulate the earth

[@smkanim2009]

Steve the Stove Beat you to it ;)

[@lunaseur327]

+videogamenostalgia ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

[@thealmightycastform9380]

Oh, god.

[@cherrislushee9696]

I do not like this comment

[@ashleykonkin]

😳

[@ATOMICGOPHAH13]

I remember I saw this on the first RBG video I ever viewed and I keep it to heart. Little King John is an embodiment of Ratboy Genius's deepest fears. A being who is tyrannical and bothersome. One who shuts himself out from friends and loved one and takes what he wants when he pleases BECAUSE he is Little King John. He is afraid of becoming power crazed and losing sight of what is most important. The worst possible situation for Ratboy as a ruler.

[@JazukaiX]

2deep4me

[@Shrillwhip]

What sells this is the music. It's so good.

[@pintadezombie9126]

watched it for the meme, came back for the plot.

[@yogibear9142]

The flood is by far my favorite of these creations of yours.

[@ratboygenius]

Thank you. I appreciate that.

[@stromqu]

little king john's character development changed me as a person

[@meepitjuicetheleagueofsupe7067]

Hoi!

[@myyomil]

Will Sneezy remain loyal when he finds out LKJ is evil? Is Sneezy just offering to help out of the kindness of his heart, or does he see LKJ as a distraught easy target to manipulate to get into a place of power in the new kingdom? Will LKJ use Sneezy to help create his new kingdom and then betray Sneezy and throw him out, or will Sneezy betray LKJ and take over the new kingdom as King Sneezy. Who is Sneezy, what is his past, is he good or bad? Sneezy said "You can call me Sneezy" instead of "My name is Sneezy" Is Sneezy his real name? Is he trying to hide his true identity because he has done bad things in the past? Sneezy psychoanalyzed LKJ within seconds of meeting him, Is Sneezy a sociopathic social engineer only looking out for himself? So many questions. I get a weird vibe from Sneezy, I don't trust him.

[@smkanim2009]

Yomil Dank "Oh LKJ, if only there was someone out there who loved you."

[@pineappleclock]

Is LKJ truly evil, or just misguided? He cares about the welfare of his kingdom and its subjects, seems his redemption is at hand

[@garrettwidner6915]

janitor61 He is not beyond saving. He shows very healthy interests for a king, as evidenced by his fascination with production and factories. If he could learn some empathy he would be a very efficient king, bringing prosperity and growth to the land.

[@Banana_Chomper]

you never know

[@princeperot4114]

I mean, he's not much more "evil' than the Ratboy Genius when it comes down to it. Sure he's possesive over both people and property, but he's not _nearly_ as narcissistic as a guy who every other second announces how much of a genius he is and interrupts his friends' songs to brag about his show or how he knows the President.

[@godzilla8470]

A im here rewatching this series because of it's 10 year anniversary this November. I love your work and hope you get more support and recognition than you already have. (This was supposed to be in the first part but it works both ways anyways)

[@c02c02]

this is actually pretty heartrending. more than just potato knishes, to be honest. all respect for giving life to a scenario as empty, but beautifully tragic as this.

[@cherryjuice3120]

Damn that dog read the fuck outta John lmao

[@giallotapes]

Poor Little King John, he lost everything. Here's to hoping he gets it all beck.

[@Chumpodile]

jesus christ I think I might unironically like this?????? the ratboy genius series falls a little flat but this is actually really good???

[@midnightcthulhu5551]

i love how the first thing sneezy does when he sees lkj is just to put him on blast

[@tracksidefilms5416]

I learned how to play the flood theme on the piano and I play it every time it rains

[@jennymayer7277]

Magnificent!

[@trashkitten64]

Little king john redemption arc

[@squawkietalkie56]

sneezy be like: 🐕+ 🐈+ 🐖 + 🐀+ 🐢

[@skelebones9436]

Why do I adore the sea shanty so much

[@ratgrrl2004]

Little king john is such a musical genius.

[@Vesohag]

I'm rewatching the whole series (starting from RBGDMC and GSH) with my girlfriend so she can enjoy the magic and the mystery too. But every now and then we keep returning to this episode to listen again to that great sea shanty scene! It's just so much fun! And I think it marks the moment when she really started to like this channel and get into the series. :D

[@neontangle11]

The magic and the mystery… of potato knishes?

[@Vesohag]

@@neontangle11 😎👉👉

[@Sadcartoongirl]

lol the way little king john is looking at sneezy at 5:05 like as if he was saying "that's right you better eat it"

[@MadameSomnambule]

It's been quite a while since I've seen these Ratboy Genius videos. Considering this story focuses on Little King John, I figured there'd be some character development for him to an extent. Pretty neat. Like always, though, the highlight of these videos have got to be the music. ^_^

[@Reilly444]

10/10 music Sneezy/10 I'm in love with this dog thing. Hyped as all get out for part 3; can't wait to see where this goes!

[@catthatisalsoacat3134]

Lol after Sneezy's little spiel Little King John just sorta looks at the camera like: "Why do you think, smartass." At 2:36

[@TijmenRaasveld]

I would love to meet the guy who made this.

[@cupriferouscatalyst3708]

go to one of his concerts, and please take me with you if you can

[@Jensenrobinb]

Where are the concerts

[@franz.francisco]

i think he has a couple interviews up on his channel now, he's surprisingly a very normal person. i respect him a lot, he's very skilled

[@melissatheneko930]

This is beautiful I am crying right now

[@monketron]

THE KING HAS RETURNED! FEED HIM YOUR POTATO KNISHES!

[@PatchCornAdams723]

It's a story about a man dealing with loss. He has to confront the reality of his situation and move on. Ironically, the thing that holds him back (his ego), is the very thing that makes him succeed.

[@sonicobama6679]

Very insightful for such a strange series.

[@HauntedSidhe]

God the music on this one is particularly beautiful. Love it. Keep up the good work, rbg.

[@timmyjimmy7413]

Came for the memes, got Shakespeare level writing.

[@ratboygenius]

Thank you! Actually, some of the lines come from the Epic of Gilgamesh.

[@AllTheOthers]

I want this little rat genius boy to make a soundtrack for some kind of video game

[@liberispuritatem]

I'll brainwash my child with this when i have one.

[@Tortoiseshel]

I'd totally show my kid this. It's one of the few KZbin series that's appropriate for children.

[@Jensenrobinb]

Along with riddle of the rocks.

[@willschannel_]

OMFG, YOUR MUSIC IS SO GOOD.

[@ElHombreCarl]

Dude I am totally digging the LKJ searching for land song. Brilliant as usual.

[@ajmantis]

4:23 *this song hits different*

[@jessi5944]

Who ever wrote this should do poetry. You're very poetic in your words.

[@DrachenYT]

This video had me in tears. I can't even begin to understand how awful it's been for Little King John, only to see that now he's found a new friend to help him through this time!

[@shoealsoshoe468]

Ok we need this on Netflix for all to see

[@zing3647]

0:30 nice detail that solstice baby is on all of the paintings

[@hugoalvord450]

Wonderful duet! I can't wait to hear more from this series! I like Sneezy's accent!

[@rorynator7567]

The solution is: Make potato knishes

[@stupidstupeko9838]

Omg, the dog thing sounds like a wise old man! I love it!

[@Jensenrobinb]

That’s sneezy!

[@MrTramMan]

The fact that this was all done in Minecraft is amazing (I mean the backround, not the music, voices, characters, and props)

[@jennymayer7277]

These videos have a very nostalgic feel to them.

[@meepitjuicetheleagueofsupe7067]

Hoi!

[@abstract734]

Ever since LKJ first featured in an episode he's been my favourite character "there are many hings that need to be erased", loving this new series keep it up! If you made a Patreon i would surely donate monthly or per episode!

[@GjoobAndSkarmory]

why is buck dodger roasting lkg so funny lol

[@Keenono_]

THE SOUNDTRACK OH MY GOD THIS IS AMAZING

[@watermelon_sir]

Yo ho! Yo ho! Yo ho yo ho! Little King John searching for land!

[@katzzxpd]

why did i get emotional when the sun set

[@matttalley5431]

I want Little King John's Yacht to be a Lego set sooo badly lol

[@tombaker3731]

Calling it now, Sneezy will seek to assassinate Little King John and take the kingdom for himself.

[@morrigan0103]

that's what i felt at first, thankfully not

[@GUBGUBBY-09]

This has turned nine years old today

[@GUBGUBBY-09]

Whoops meant for part 4 of the flood

[@Craft12354]

Yo Ho !

[@jeffreyberling2401]

Can't believe I just noticed that the song in this is a changed version of "Playing ball in freefall"! So many nice musical easter eggs between this series and starship genius!

[@malleo745]

They are connected

[@malleo745]

In episode 12 of starship genius rst boy sends snazzy to lkj

[@SilentExpense]

I'm so glad to see you're still working. I loved the video. So subtle.

[@Sunlight_saber]

This series is like a drug, the more you listen to the music, the more you love it

[@mckaymartin]

How in the world is this show so dang good?

[@detectoplasm]

The opening music is incredibly powerful

[@jonathanmoran5707]

this installment of the series shows the once dastardly menace of a king being brought low in humility to the point that he isn't a total jerk to whatever creature comes into view.

[@grobble7321]

This is what we should show in film and language arts class, how to tell a story

[@LotusCarsLtd]

Little King John's gonna be in for a big surprise economically once he rebuilds the kingdom. He may have had the market for potato knishes, little black squash balls, and centipedes cornered, but surely someone else has started to push into those markets. To rebuild, he's gonna have to hope that he has the brand loyalty needed to attract customers, and be able to provide the quality the consumer expects.

[@JuankyPresentaciónNumero40k]

The Song its brillant.

[@doshile]

Good story, check. Good animation, ehh i guess. Lit music, double check.

[@Don4pres]

This is a MASTER PIECE

[@MothGuyz-]

They are surviving off of potato kenishes and salt water

[@Epicgamer6949YT]

This work is truly exquisite and magnificent

[@inkajoo]

honestly this is inspirational

[@makomenos2921]

Yo ho! Yo ho! Little King John searching for land!

[@squawkietalkie56]

:')

[@laneatkinson6441]

This is amazing!! Why haven't I watched this sooner?

[@xxsavvythatxx]

I found this channel on accident and now I'm obsessed. Thank you for being brilliant.

[@GhitaBouchara]

This series is so good that it’s even good if you listen to it without even looking at the actual video just here in the sound

[@GhitaBouchara]

Can’t they just spell the kingdom on the boat?

[@thexwhats2989]

Sea shanty is stuck in my head it's so good

[@unitymomentum]

I genuinely love your work! also, here, I love how little king John just had random pictures of summer solstice baby everywhere.^^

[@gdust6579]

i found this from the movie Gattaca, cause of the times we in, and this show is helping me with some seriously depressing times

[@WendigoTrapper]

This was worth the wait LKJ has made me believe again

[@missdalwai7822]

I cried because this is my new favourite drama

[@Aviarmew]

Oh! I recognize that tune at 3:25, it was in your Minecraft Tekkit Stronghold Coaster video at 1:36! I loved that song! It's nice to hear a remix of it!

[@sophiasmith8]

I hope he not fall of his bed and I can’t imagine him doing yoga

[@actual-guy-fieri]

The montage between Sneezy and LKG made me so happy, he's beginning to understand the meaning of friendship!

[@rateeightx]

These Thiings You Build Are BEUTIFULL

[@MegafuuMkII]

I'm sure LJK will redeem himself during this journey and no longer take what he wills.

[@meanjean214]

Seriously hoping for a new episode tomorrow! Been looking forward to it all week!

[@sunwiitch]

i love sneezy so much

[@HunterX9001]

I think I speak for all of us when I say we want the texture pack for those Summer Solstice Baby paintings.

[@Halzatron]

Little King John and Sneezy will truly become the most iconic of duos, much like Peanut Butter and Jelly.

[@Ninetails2000]

Wow, the second and third act tunes are really good! I always love your piano work with these things.