Lou Wilson Is A National Treasure

Here are some of my favourite moments from Nydas (Lou Wilson) in the Calamity Miniseries. I'll hopefully put together another video based on his D20 Characters.
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction of Nydas
1:51 - The Sphinx
5:14 - The Sorcerer School
7:29 - Pitching Alts
8:02 - Nydas's Party Walk
10:51 - He's My Best Friend
11:23 - What Did The Sphinx Do
12:43 - It's Beautiful
14:03 - Firework Extravaganza
14:33 - The Prophecy
17:37 - The Last Dragon of Avalir
20:51 - Nydas Pops Off
22:09 - Pops His Back
22:54 - Lou Is A Narc
23:16 - Nydas Initiates PVP
25:34 - Disintegrate...
28:57 - Loses His Items
29:59 - Lou Shouts At Brennan
31:20 - What Is Nydas Doing
32:36 - Nydas Commands A Dragon
32:59 - Nydas Is Backstabbed
35:45 - HDYWTDT
38:44 - A Sphinx Savior
40:37 - For AVALIR
41:41 - Nydas Is Shirtless
42:10 - FOR AVALIR
42:24 - THE BAR HAS BEEN SET
42:46 - Making A Tough Decision
45:15 - Killing His Brother
45:58 - The Finale

[@starmanDX27]

I feel like it’s missing the second time Brennan got them with the fireworks. “YOURE CRUSHING ME AND YOU THINK THIS IS THE TIME TO DO BITS”

[@TheeSweetboy]

I’ll have to include it in a second video!

[@rowanbrown5541]

@@TheeSweetboy You didn't 😢

[@TheeSweetboy]

@@rowanbrown5541 Ahhhh no, I completley forgot, my apologies!

[@DaveYognaut]

@@rowanbrown5541 I've seen some real sob stories in the YT comments before, but this might've been the single-most, most concise, innately saddest comment I've ever read 🤣

[@ATaleOfMenAndWolves]

@@DaveYognautI read it in the like… will smith fresh prince “how come he don’t want me, man?” voice LMAO

[@lootship5]

man, i know CR already has an animated series, but i would pay for thus mini series. the "Shut the fuck up we don't have time for this" in glorious animation would be amazing.

[@elbruces]

We gotcha: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZWyiXtpnquKidU

[@chaxinitus]

Between some of the comedic moments and some of the utter horror if this got animated it would be goddamned glorious. That intro dream alone TBH

[@MegaADLER77]

The quick speech at 42:10 would also make a great animated clip.

[@erikaiverson4122]

Maybe an animated movie?!?

[@nolanmejia5510]

I think a movie would be even better even though that’s so unlikely

[@danhays307]

“The sphinx is pitching alts on his roar.” - Brennan knew he would break the whole table with that one!

[@jtmcailin4522]

I love that while everyone is confused and surprised my Brennan shenanigans, Lou has been dealing with for years and is just FULLY over it

[@Soma2710]

The fireworks one is the best to illustrate it. Immediately you can see Lou recognizing the “I’m about to ruin to ruin your fun” Mulligan, he mutters “don’t do this man” before anyone else knows something “bad” is coming.

[@709mash]

Him sayin "how many dice is that you FUCK?!" In episode 4 comes to mind.

[@cupcakequeen47]

The scene where Nydas has 700 hodmedods bring in the rarest magical tree from Marquet constantly reminds me that all 3 CR campaigns can, realistically, be considered a post apocalyptic setting.

[@agustinvenegas5238]

Most fantasy ttrpgs are, LOTR happens after the fall of Numenor, the forgotten realms are set after the collapse of several kingdoms, including the Netherese, thus the name of forgotten realms Turns out that dungeons need to come from somewhere and the fall of great civilization is a great source of them

[@GreatDeity1]

It's all about perspective I guess!

[@freak3470]

@@agustinvenegas5238 following that logic on ruins and dungeons, you can call our universe a post-apocalyptic setting

[@JubioHDX]

all 3 of the main campaigns ARE supposed to be post apocalyptic, hence the calamity prequel mini campaign

[@agustinvenegas5238]

@@freak3470 and I do, several times over, and it's also post-singularity if you consider the increases in our work capacity due to the neolithic agricultural revolution, the invention of metallurgy and the printing press, the industrial revolution and the widespread adoption of electronic computers

[@jacobtrost5048]

I never noticed before, but I love after Nydas' impassioned speech about abandoning the gold in favor of saving lives, everyone is kind of catching their breath and you just hear Travis under his breath, "You sure you're not a paladin?"

[@dorian4404]

Every few days "Don't pay him ! It's a boooon !" just pops into my mind

[@jaywhite1796]

12:36 “People just remember the end, they never remember the middle” I know I’m reading way too much into it, but that line still feels heavier knowing the theme of this campaign

[@lunarwombat99]

Lou seeing a drunk noble and being like "that's my best friend" is so fucking funny why

[@SaltySweetMerm]

I absolutely loved how Lou was like: nah, I don't care if this isn't Dimension 20, I'm still gonna give Brennan ALL the shit. He isn't safe here. Respect the DM? Nah. How many dice is that, you fuck??? If it's more than 30, you're a cheater. 😂😂😂 Lou is 1000% a national godsdamn treasure

[@ThePilipino23]

If I had a nickel for every time Brennan has stabbed Lou's character in the back I'd have two nickels. Which isn't a lot but it's weird that it happened twice right?

[@TheeSweetboy]

I feel like it’s gotta be more than two nickels 😂

[@ThePilipino23]

@@TheeSweetboy same. Am i missing someone? Amethar, Nydas who am i missing...

[@TheeSweetboy]

@@ThePilipino23 I think that’s it, but it feels like it should be more. I’m not sure if you could count Chungledown Bim

[@epsilon497]

@@TheeSweetboy HE'S GONNA SHIT IN MY MOUTH!!

[@TheeSweetboy]

@@epsilon497 it’s one of my favourite TTRPG moments of all time

[@JohnyScissors]

Need more of Lou Wilson's positive masculinity in my life

[@feuilletoniste]

That is a great way of putting it!

[@stephelder3236]

Honestly, as an NB in transition, Lou is definitely who I look up to for masculine energy, warmth, and style

[@Ongargis]

Being a single star in the sky does not diminish his light, but appreciate him more when you see him.

[@constantlycomic1290]

so I'm writing a campaign that involves exploring the ruins of Avalir, and I'm including that coin Nydas flips when he casts Summon Draconic Spirit as a magic item.

[@alexpenza4380]

Patia’s Hand as a Magic Item, too!

[@GAMBANJUJJJ]

you mean the one under a hole?

[@mjc3bb]

Tell me you have K'nauthi skeletons not allowed to rest as enemies in a section

[@constantlycomic1290]

@@mjc3bb I DO NOW

[@alix694]

the “all will be well” gets me crying every time

[@keoshua7768]

"THE BAR HAS BEEN SET!! COME MEET ME BROTHER!!" The hardest line in this entire series.

[@keithheld9792]

"As I go down, I make sure I don't miss."

[@metalheadmori]

Every episode of A Court of Fey and Flowers I watched, I couldn't help but say out loud "Fuck, Lou is so pretty". I had that compulsion consistently every time he was on screen, that man is gonna ruin me

[@marcusrelicus728]

you need help...

[@metalheadmori]

@@marcusrelicus728 ...Nah

[@julienthijs1271]

No ... he need "sexy" help

[@metalheadmori]

@Julien Thijs Hell yeah dude~

[@shmoga]

hes a VERY doughy boy

[@rowan8620]

Every time I watch nydas' final moments I get all choked up. I'm pretty sure the first time I watched it I cried for real for the first time in ages. Lou is so good at dnd, and he and Brennan make an amazing ttrpg duo

[@rain.enthusiast]

Ah yes, light of my life lou “YESSAH” wilson

[@callysta1414]

this is exactly the type of thing I've been looking for. Lou is so underrated. Thanks!

[@some_other_guy]

Read the title and saw the run time of the video and thought, "damn, only 48 minutes?" Then when I started watching it made more sense for it just to be a cut of him during calamity lmao. Makes sense now.

[@Bokmoh]

Aye, as a straight man, I am in very homosexual love with Lou.

[@ADHDandD]

Aren’t we all

[@UponThisAltar]

Sexual preference: Lou Wilson

[@Scout1543]

Same bro, same

[@oggser8050]

as a gay man i am in very homosexual love with lou

[@VaSoapman]

This is a Lou that's been dealing with Brenan shenanigans for years. Lou also has guest starred as a player in the second season of NADDPOD. That character was fun because its Lou playing a guy that just wants to kill stuff with his friends.

[@WhyseWytch]

You missed one part I was really hoping for-- when Lou was freaking out over the 1-second mark

[@TheeSweetboy]

I’ll have to include it in a Second Video!

[@aliud9904]

That ending with his brother and Nydas' dream, like many other moments in this series, had me in tears

[@tamrymer4153]

I want to see 34:30 animated but with the characters sitting at the table making the expressions the actors are making.

[@tamrymer4153]

Also want to see the taxmen and homgedods take on the demons

[@chrisradek6693]

"IT'S BYOOTIFUL!"

[@bossdozz]

Yessss when I first started watching Fantasy high with 0 knowledge about any of the Dropout personalities, Lou/Fabian was just to hilarious, now I can't imagine watching DnD without Lou

[@kawaiku]

He needs to guest in CR campaign 3 for sure!

[@Levacque]

I liked watching Lou physically get into the Fabian role every single time he spoke. He does it with other characters sometimes, but very consistently with Fabian - he swaggers and simpers just a tiny bit every time.

[@RLmediashow]

LOVE aabria smiling and nodding at 23:19 as lou starts casting hold person. that woman has been CRAVING some pvp

[@iezelmint]

Brennan's little firework extravaganza fakeout is one best moments in D&D history.

[@iezelmint]

When Lou says thats my bestfriend right there i feel like hes saying it in game but directing out of game towards Brennan. Lous like please dont embarrass us eventually until he had accepted that fate.

[@Captain_Garchomp]

My favorite character in all of EXU: Calamity

[@britters220]

Best DND player ever, critrole needs him for real.

[@davidpeer5769]

America's Sweetheart Lou Wilson

[@thatkidfox]

GGgods im am weeping quietly over the that last scene with the sendings and the memories. Lou and Brennan are a perfect team

[@TT-iq6lq]

I would love to see Lou guest star in campaign 3. I feel he’d have great chaotic energy with Fearne and Chetney.

[@NickyLunaLove]

“Yes, brother…all will be well. :)” 😭😭😭

[@tonyterrifies3959]

he's a Global Treasure, whatchu meannnnn

[@Big_Pants_]

You gotta cut this shit out man

[@smiteysmite2368]

This was amazing. I love Lou. I hope he comes back.

[@timwright3218]

Gonna have to update this video after Dropout's Escape Room episode of GameChanger.. We have some new classic moments!

[@brunomattos]

Awesome. No words can scratch the surface of the greatness of his performance. This man is a living legend.

[@bananafish58]

Thank you for this complilation, which I FINALLY found! Lou is AMAZING. His range of play in EXU: Calamity shows why so many of us will watch ANYTHING Lou is in! I'm so glad Critters, who may not have known about Lou through Dimension 20, were introduced to and experienced our National Treasure! With all the fantastic things Lou had Nydas do, I have to admit, this is still probably my favorite: 32:28!

[@holliehrm7928]

I already know im gonna see the +12 con clip

[@diegoarachchi]

i cannot believe that the internet has gifted me this incredibly weird request how fascinating

[@iridescentdemon]

47:00 this dreams part is perfect

[@LveDanda]

EXU was perfect man, think I both squeaked for joy, and equal parts bawled my eyes out watching.

[@skullisbones]

ultimate video

[@ilurvsharrypotter]

the video I've wanted for so long

[@narosett]

I LOVE ONE MAN

[@CrisSelene]

Guess who's rewatching Calamity because of this video? Me, that's who.

[@quinnnewman9538]

"THE BAR HAS BEEN SET

[@jake967]

Concur.

[@LargeMcBottoms]

Damn right he is

[@Geth-Who]

GOD, I hope this is the rumoured CR movie. It's the slimmest of hopes, but it's there.

[@vatatheoanonymous3705]

Just checking the comments to ease that emotional whiplash from that last scene, to me alone in my dark room. Dimension 20 and Critical Role are the only things I watch that can bring me to tears. I just get so invested in the characters they make. I wish there were people in my life that understood. These stories are so important to me, and I can't really articulate why they're any different than any of the other many ways that I consume stories. Thank you for making this. It was nice to relive.

[@TheeSweetboy]

[@nataliebland3078]

I haven't finished the actual campaign yet, but I'm just realizing they wasted the Sphinx's boon on that parade

[@danielgaebel9161]

I wasn't a fan of Lou Wilson in the limited times I've seen him on Dimension 20. He was fantastic in this show, though. Probably my favorite character in Calamity. Especially in the 3rd episode when they went to the Arboreal Calix. The hysterical energy he brought when he saw Karwen's prophecy coming to fruition was truly top notch acting.

[@braydenswinhart]

If you haven’t watched it I’d suggest unsleeping city as I love his character in that. Another great one is in a crown of candy.

[@VSastrocompasss]

More character cards like AU my hero

[@bustanuttington]

Nydas makes me think of an older fabian

[@TheeSweetboy]

I agree!

[@malcolmwilliams1744]

whats this series

[@TheeSweetboy]

It’s the EXU: Calamity series from Critical Role

[@VSastrocompasss]

🏜 10:05 best&mighty souccer mughty mughty ✍️👨🏻‍💻👨🏾‍🎤

[@keegykootch]

Maaaaane you gonna make this video without any dimension20 clips?!?!? You leaving out my boy Fabian Seacaster??!!?

[@TheeSweetboy]

I'm definitely going to upload another one with Dimension 20 Clips. This one was just focused on Calamity!

[@Un_Popular_Opinions]

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