Matthew Mercer on Critical Role's New Campaign

[@maddiehardisky]

He's such a genuinely good person. Just listening to him talk about how much he wants to give back to people and help anyone and everyone makes me tear up. These are wonderful people and I'm glad to support them in any way I can.

[@yzm2065]

Matthew Mercer is an icon of the community. Not just teaching new Players and DMs about the game in a revolutionary way, not just teachings new storytellers new ways to think, but reminding us about our own vulnerabilities and to respect them. Bless you Matt

[@arkbehindblueyes]

What a good human.

[@JesusPerez-pe8vk]

Argarck hmm suspicious

[@ix.of.swords4360]

What a wonderful human*

[@tyghe_bright]

One of my favorites

[@skywatcher2025]

Indeed...

[@samkremer1766]

Kel'Thuzad calling a socialist "marxist" is like calling a Republican a "fascist." not necessarily untrue in SOME cases, but definitely untrue in MOST cases. Socialism is the moderate form of communism, just as capitalism is the much more moderate form of an actual oligarchy

[@TravistheGREAT03]

It's sad how Matt undersells himself here. Not saying people didn't help him and not saying that was not crucial. But We know Matt is an incredible driven man and hard worker, and I can't even imagine the amount of work he put into all of this. Sure little nudges for outside were important. But he really should realize how much he has to thank his own hard work and passion for this.

[@Abelhawk]

He's one of the humblest people I know of :D

[@MrGlickClick]

Matt is humble. Don't read it as sad. He is a good man and still learning.

[@SeanBlader]

You know what they say, "When you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life." Everyone should experience that at some point.

[@Ragdefender]

That’s why he’s good. When you don’t believe you’re the best you always push yourself to be better. The trouble with the world is that it’s usually the fools who are sure of themselves while the wise are always full of doubt.

[@TravistheGREAT03]

Yes and No, there is a limit to everything. Once in a while you should take a step back and realize what you have achieved. Also for your own sake. Arrogance is bad, but one can be proud about things he legitemately achieved.

[@dayel11]

Well, Mercer is inspiring and teaching a HUGE numbers of DMs around the world, including myself , and it's truly a marvellous achievement! Keep going man, we owe you so much! :D

[@steveharrison76]

^^^This^^^

[@skywatcher2025]

^^^And This^^^

[@drankydrank1]

It really is man. From someone who formed a group and started playing after watching the CR and AI videos, the ability to watch a DM masterclass each week is invaluable for anyone trying to understand how to run and/or play in a game, and in general what this game can be.

[@steveharrison76]

Hugh Mungus absolutely. I’m a new DM, about six months in, never been a PC, and I have learned so much from Matt Mercer, both by watching CR and by watching his tips videos. Not just learned by the way, I’ve been hugely entertained by it - my wife and I often watch this content instead of the telly!

[@dayel11]

You will always find copycat of "pop icon" in every context, even in sports every little kid want to play like the champion of the moment :P

[@davidtrujillo1689]

Matt: I want to create a morally relative campaing M9: hold our beer...

[@Quadraxis]

What I like most about Critical Role is how the players and the DM all CARE so much. too often, a game can to too focused on mechanics and gameplay and style and oftentimes forgets the narrative, the roleplaying aspect that separates D&D and other TRPGs from video games. You, as a player, have a direct influence over the world, rather than simulating a pre-programmed story. And it is that aspect of the game that Critical Role has done an immensely good job at keeping alive and it is that aspect of Matthew that has made me want to try DMing as well.

[@MFZBitch]

Preach! If run into very different kinds of groups and its kinda sad to see the world the DM created falling victim to "so where is the next fight ?" kinda players. Really happy to say my current group spent about 30 minutes of the about 15 hours we played so far in combat and its incredible to see how in character conversation can really create a feeling of kinship between the characters apart from "we fought all these horrible monsters together"

[@supahxmonkee]

Matt truly is one of the most influential and inspiring DM’s and I’m so grateful to have him doing it for all of us

[@ComfortablyLost2020]

I gotta say, the more I listen to him, and the more i watch the show and feel like you get to know these people, i can honestly say Matt is slowly becoming one of my all-time favorite people.

[@sparklefulpaladin]

I just picture Molly, sitting down with Matt to have a talk about leaving the each town in a better place than it was when he arrived... and Beau standing in the doorway, behind them, the two men oblivious to the fact that she's listening in...

[@ProdigySonXI]

Matthew is an inspiration. I started DM'ing early last year after starting critical role. I had started to grow apart from my closest two friends after having a child and starting a business. I felt in ways they thought I was leaving them behind and so they preemptively started pushing me away and in turn I wasn't able to give the time needed to reassure them. After watching Matthew's video about the end of critical roll i pitched the idea to my friends and now we play about twice a month and have pulled so many other friends into it. Its something i look forward to every month and im still watching critical roll to gain inspiration.

[@ObfuscateMoon]

Matthew Mercer is still my fancasting for Adam Warlock in the MCU

[@InanDante]

Skilful, intelligent, kind, knowledgeable, and extremely humble, Matthew Mercer is a *good* person that inspires and provides entertainment for geeks everywhere. I hope the show goes on for many years to come and their friendship grows even stronger.

[@Aurcalite]

There is such raw honesty and kindness in his eyes and so much commitment in his body language... truly inspiring!

[@titaniumteddybear]

A truly talented creative, working his ass off to make amazing content, and being rewarded for it. Things like this give me hope for humanity.

[@hexnstuff6563]

Camera worker: "Hey Todd we are getting really close to there face, should we give them some more room and get more of a body shot?" Todd: Zoom In Closer!

[@Spottychan]

Ooo, freckles!

[@bobloerakker7010]

Their

[@marshmllodragon]

Matt is very inspirational. As an aspiring fulltime DM (I only DM part time, as I'm a character in a current game and I don't have the time to really have my own game atm) I have a lot of respect for what he does. My current DM doesn't do his homework and it can make our group uncomfortable and disjointed at times. I feel like I am trying to learn from those mistakes, and also looking up to people like Matt and learn from his success. Thank you for everything you've done and for being an amazing example Matt!

[@Barrlounge]

Gods I would love to see Matt run an evil campaign to see how he'd handle those themes

[@IronBear88]

he had evil one-shots for halloween

[@thatoneguy8956]

Who's to say this campaign doesn't end up being evil

[@Rokkiteer]

Who's to say it isn't..

[@thatoneguy8956]

Exactly

[@EsquilaxM]

He generally desn't like running evil campaigns, i think i read that somewhere. he's run i think one evil long campaign (not one-shot)

[@doeliewaaje1761]

In my opinion this campaign focusses more on the story and background of the seperate characters instead of what the group is experiencing right now

[@viktorstagnetti7491]

+Doelie Waaje I think the character focus is inevitable given that the party in the previous campaign had already been together for a year before the show started. They went through battles, losses and near perma-deaths, forming a bond. Now we get to see everything and I like that we, as spectators, get to know the characters at the same time as the rest of their party members do.

[@arkbehindblueyes]

It's because they are in a new campaign, they have to know each others and let people know them.. the other one was in medias res, they knew each other, they have a dynamic and all..

[@TravistheGREAT03]

I agree, and it doesn't help that everyone seems to have chosen the "mysterious negative past"-route Jester is lighthearted and Molly as well, btu especially jesters seems fake..or at least jsut result of her weird upbringing. I wish we had a genuine upbeat character in the group.

[@EsquilaxM]

I think it only seems that way because of the whole open world/the world goes on in the background thing. the world is fluid thus the characters are the only grounded thing, even though there's a large number of story threads that don't involve the characters.

[@bobbobby475]

I can definitely tell that Matt has been going for a more "the bad people aren't bad people, they'd just people". A slightly politically focused campaign, that is the main story for that city. However, none of the characters wanted anything to do with that so they're doing thief guild side quests. Depending on how things continue to go I reckon they all just might be thieves guild blokes.

[@matthewheimbecker9055]

Such a cool dude. I love seeing members of the tabletop community with good intentions succeed and propagate those good intentions.

[@rossblackblood9554]

Mercer is the reason i now am dming my own game.

[@grimrider3807]

RossBlackBlood same! Also same for a good friend! It’s crazy.

[@rossblackblood9554]

he is an amazing insperation

[@ClaireDuhLune]

Same

[@rossblackblood9554]

@@ClaireDuhLune Whats your story ^^

[@MrGlickClick]

I've got 8 more episodes before I finish campaign one! Jeesus Matt! I've never hung in this long on a KZbin channel!

[@HeyImPeterRS]

MrGlickClick oh man there are some crazy times ahead of you! That is such an amazing arc, enjoy the ride

[@Abelhawk]

Savor it! It sucks once you catch up and have to wait a week between episodes.

[@MrGlickClick]

Peter Warner, never have I had so much respect for someone of his age. Men twice his age fail to grow as he has. Before seeing his interviews recently, I was analyzing him. Things he said, things not said by NPCs. Reactions by his friends and himself. I must say I nailed it. He is exactly the person I judged him to be. We need more people like him.

[@falfires]

Oh there will be FEELS in your future... I'm so excited for you man :D

[@MrGlickClick]

falfires, geez episode 85 got me when Sam's Scanlin (sp?) left. I was imagining how my character would have reacted if part of the party. I was like...WTH? These guys got me in too deep!

[@blablubb4553]

You did a lot of good, Matt. And you helped people. You certainly helped me become a better DM and storyteller. And thus gave me the power to incite a sense of wonder and excitement in my players, as you did with yours. That alone is worth a lot.

[@squeakyice-cream441]

I've done my first session ever (PC or DM) as a DM, and Matthew Mercer is the reason why, and since doing it i think anyone who can make a 4 hour session every week is CRAZY. Mad props

[@kylebeck8251]

1:25 Matt predicted the future

[@agroneman6005]

Matt is my best friend and my mentor and inspiration. We look up so much to him and use Critical Role not only for entertainment, but for inspiration and learning how to dm

[@Eddneton94]

i could just sit here and listen to Matthew reading a dictionairy and i would like it.

[@SillySoulMama]

We love you Matt! You are doing good! Thank you for sharing!

[@GryphonDes]

It is lovely to see Matt following in that old storytelling tradition or deeper and more entwined storylines all offering the characters multiple chances to... if they choose.. to get involved however they may, and to perhaps alter the great and lesser happenings in the world around them! Been fun so far and I am really looking forward to its continuation!

[@wickedpissa25]

Hey Matt .... You did good. You helped people.

[@gregetto2009]

You are good and true, Matt Mercer; thanks for everything you to do elevate others.

[@-Amnie-]

Love you Matt and your message. Thank you for everything you've done and are continuing to do. ❤

[@ChrisjayH1]

I feel like Matt's on his last go-round as a human. In his next life I think he'll be building worlds for real.

[@kalethstorm]

Man, this guy is just amazing. He gave me a chance to dnd with my friends again. This show is one of the better things to happen to me. And hope to everyone else who watches as well.

[@alkalinetaupehat]

This interview in retrospect is pretty wild.

[@MorriganJade]

Thanks Mercer for that philosophy in life. Right at this very instant it is a learning block I'm trying to learn, and when you said it, it moved me. Emotionally, but also metaphorically, to try and keep pushing to move on and change my life.

[@toku_fox]

Matt Mercer is my absolute idol as a new Dungeon Master, the astonishing level of love, passion and genuine skill that he puts into everything he does for Critical Role is just awe inspiring. There are DMs like me, then there are the good ones, then some who are really great at it. Then there’s Matt Mercer standing a cut above the rest. Watching Critical Role was what first got me into D&D and even tabletop gaming in general, in fact it’s part of the reason I want to study in game design in college. I want to be able to make a full and incredible world like Matt can, one full of the good, the bad, and every shade of gray in between.

[@jonathanmcdermott25]

There is no way to adequately express how wonderful of a human Matt is. I love him and his wonderful friends and so appreciate how hard they work to share a piece of themselves with the world.

[@TDrudley]

Matthew went from just an amazing voice actor and dungeon master to an awesome individual.

[@hudsonconnolly-bright8594]

Watching Matthew's eyes get wetter and wetter through the interview is great

[@MrFlaten92]

Matt Mercer is one of my biggest idols! He makes me want to create stories even though I never can make as huge of world as him! Love you Matt Mercer

[@detdatho]

I wish I could be more like Matt. Such a god damn good person!

[@louiscarlhalle]

Anyone else reacted to Matt saying "Learning from my mistakes!" ?!

[@timgray5373]

Louis-Carl Hallé Held up three fingers on pure reflex!

[@Jacob-qr8pl]

*BLACK POWDER YOU SAY?!*

[@louiscarlhalle]

XD

[@xarkos]

The last 24 hours has shown us that, yet again unfortunately, we shouldn't idolize celebrities because we never really know who they truly are behind closed doors. But man, I would be shocked beyond all possible imagining to hear that Matt Mercer is anything less than the absolutely wonderful and thoughtful human being he comes across as being pretty much non-stop. Even in this little clip of him discussing the new campaign he sounds like a wonderfully delightful individual.

[@bobloerakker7010]

He is real.

[@demosthenes995]

What happened 2 years ago that made you type this comment?

[@xarkos]

@@demosthenes995 I have no clue what may have happened back then, but it wasn't related to anyone from Critical Role. Most likely some high profile celebrity believed to be a good person got MeTooed or otherwise shown to be terrible in some way. The comment was too compare that situation to Matt and say that Matt is truly good and I could never imagine him disappointing his fans the way so many other celebrities have.

[@alanbarkey8929]

#1 on my bucket list is to have Matt Mercer DM a one shot for me! Once that happens I can die satisfied! Mathew has been the person I look up to for so many reasons. Even if I get to meet him in person I will be very happy.

[@mikegould6590]

Mercer takes on Colvillian elements - politics and grey choices. Nice.

[@EdeniaGaming]

Mike Gould He is a river to his people!

[@Necromancer1230]

This is just becoming a thing with you Bill isn't it, just as Mike's comments annoy you with their ubiquity your angry responses to him annoy me in kind.

[@SquirrelGamez]

You can't call politics and grey morality Colvillian just because a guy on youtube named Colville does it. Those have been a part of D&D, (and long before that, fiction, and reality alike) for ages.

[@Nightsparrow626]

Idol worship is a big part of RPG culture on the internet, for some reason. Don't worry--some dude calling themes that have been in literature for decades "Colvillian" isn't going to magically turn it into a genre. It's like edgy self-indulgent hipsters sipping lattes and calling anything and everything "Kafka-esque". It's not, and them calling it that won't magically change the vernacular.

[@MattiaPiola]

Oh, come on, guys. He's not saying Colville INVENTED those themes.

[@awoods9793]

Matthew Mercer is such a cool dude. You can tell how much he loves what he does.

[@marek011011]

i binged the 2nd campaign (22 eps so far) in a week. i absolutely love those ppl, they are absolutely amazing and i need 2 eps per week! :D

[@arkivuo5284]

As a brand new DM. This guy has been so inspirational!

[@Schlingelis]

Thank you for being you. You are so inspiring to me. Again. :D And I feel less alone with my point of view. It feels a bit more possible to change the world.

[@agentcoriolis9208]

That man is a prince amongst men

[@YesHotMandu]

A God Among Mortals.

[@RuinedDruid897]

I love that these are in 4k....I know it is just a talking head video, but hey the quality is still really awesome!!

[@bigmike8917]

Keep going Matthew ! Thank you *cheers*

[@Crashenty]

This man is a genious. Just started watching the second campaign a week ago. I am a relatively New DnD player (at almost 30 years old), and I am learning sooooooooooo much from watching Matt and the crew! Thanks Matt, and thanks DnD Beyond for allowing us to dream, imagine and live With you guys in this campaign! :)

[@christiangriffis721]

I absolutely agree that when you are really struggling you have to make a choice. For me that's a daily decision and I don't fight everyday but the days where I put my energy into my campaign or workout or really anything productive it always eases the hurt. Depression, PTSD, and anxiety hit me all the time and hearing how you worked through your struggles and something so positive came out of it really makes me feel at ease.

[@paulgerg6879]

Long may Matt and his friends create a space and a story that is unique. Every time they do create content my viewing of anything else stops. I look forward to a Critical Role campaign more than anything else in media. I never thought a KZbin channel would shape a large part of my social life. D&D gives me happiness! Thanks CR :)

[@KordTheDestroyer]

Matt Mercer is my Hero!

[@Typhoonflame]

This is so inspiring, thank you, Matt! :D

[@potatoquesorito]

Making dnd cooler day by day (:

[@Roflmaolinde]

If the first campaign was traditional hero’s journey and the second is the darker installment, I can only imagine that the third campaign will have Ewoks!

[@ClaireDuhLune]

"The Mighty Ten have suffered a TPK to bear plushies."

[@Aerostorm56]

I'm more excited about Matt's world than the new marvel movies!

[@sirpodge]

He just had to mention ‘my friend’ lol

[@demosthenes995]

Having Matt Mercer as a friend is the ultimate flex.

[@lwolfstar7618]

And here i was thinking it wasn't possible to look up to Matt any more than i already did. I'm almost crying here. Fml

[@boof1990]

If everyone took Matt's outlook for even one day per week, the world would be a much better place. Love you all.

[@naamasharon4712]

what a beautiful soul.

[@bernardorosales1927]

Bless you.

[@Lucasfghjsokfdkjheu]

Oh Mat... you beautiful person...

[@Abikuss]

Damn Matt!! Thank you for those word about dark times.

[@_stxtchxs_5160]

I sweat to god matt, if jester dies I will personally come over to the us and revive her.

[@gettbit]

Ambyth Cosplay sweat

[@KitKatWiffleBallBat]

Also, Jesters user i.e. Laura is about to burst with a baby that Travis, a natural leader and a man, has put into her. So...no creepy Europe trash...you wont!

[@SurrealNights]

Katie Marigold was the negativity necessary?

[@bobloerakker7010]

@@KitKatWiffleBallBat wow...europe trash? Why katie? You probably have european DNA in you. What's with the hate?

[@robertcoplin2830]

Matt: right on.

[@zoinomiko]

Goddammit Matt I did not start watching this video to cut onions STAHP.

[@dark3rthanshadows]

i really would apreciatte a book/post explaing the kingdoms, who is in war with who . this way would make more sence in my head

[@111fantasygirl]

I love the show and how you do all these different npc‘s :3 Really great !

[@shawnsmith1865]

because of the show Critical Role, I have seen what D&D is and am now learning to play it with new friends. Thanks Matt for sharing this with the non-gamer types.

[@artygunnar]

I had man crush on matt, now it's just love

[@TopLink326]

An animated series is absolutely happening! Just wait!

[@xarkos]

From your fingertips to Sarenrae's ears. Or maybe the Moonweaver? I feel this may be more the Moonweaver's domain.

[@MageThief]

I have a huge man crush on Matt,,, or should I say a human crush. :)

[@morriganja354]

MageThief Back off, he’s mine-I mean, Marisha’s.

[@ShapCast]

So in my current campaign my DM has set up a world where the country we’re in is on the brink of a giant civil war, and my party and I are caught in the middle of it. My DM is also putting A LOT of stuff from our back stories which makes the experience so much better.

[@JohnDoe-qk9wg]

Love you Matthew!

[@guitardavepdx]

Such a humble dude

[@basilforth]

I hope that his business endeavor works out well.

[@SeanBlader]

I'd like to see like weekend long DM workshops around the country. That's not to say that we don't also need good storytellers as well, that could be a separate workshop entirely. But I'd pay to have the chance to be in a solid DM training classroom.

[@AnatoDragonshard]

MATT MERCER human bard Str12 Dex15 Con15 Int18 Wis18 Cha24 Excellent sir.

[@dannycooper8341]

Matt’s a good dude.

[@pop-tartdepression393]

Matt is to good for this world

[@drankydrank1]

I love this man.

[@roacheboii6158]

The chair.

[@PaiOeShi]

DnD Beyond needs to step up and get public dicerolling online and maps so it can have everything. Its char sheet and books are great but those are glaring omissions in its "toolset".

[@thexlonexwulf]

Wait, what is Matt's company, and what is it called? I didn't know about it until this interview!

[@rafeyrafe]

We love you!!!!!

[@TheNeoAvalonEmpire]

Sounds really scary! You all have a lot to be proud of.

[@Reoh0z]

You may not have control of what happens to you, but how you face it is your choice to make.

[@Vogelkinder]

Life goals.

[@squallerrleon]

anyone know what 'company' Matt was referring to?

[@PongzeLor]

I’ve only gotten past the vampire section, or was it when the dragons took over? Gosh it’s been a while.

[@Emilytea]

If you're looking to get back into it, they're about 22~ episodes in on their new campaign, so it's a relatively good time to jump back in. New characters, new storyline, new continent- completely unrelated to the first campaign, so you aren't missing anything (except for the awesome first campaign, that is)

[@PongzeLor]

Do they still have the same players? I loved Sam I think was his name. Played a short bard.

[@Emilytea]

Yes, they still have the exact same players. Sam Riegel- he plays a rogue in the new campaign, who's just as hilarious.

[@bloodfoxtriberc]

jason, ivan, matt ..they share my fav (on screen) DMs number 1 ...

[@rc7771]

Critical Role has changed the world in its own way. I'm not the first to say this. The things they have brought to people's lives, the charity work they've done, the charity work they've inspired their fans to do, if you look at it, it's amazing.

[@NotNews]

i kinda wish that mr mercer would design a psionic class

[@survivingdenmark2516]

Gabbrain Podcast yes! I would love to see him give it a try. I'm using the UA mystic now. But would love something closer to the psionicist from 2nd. Ed.

[@marinecor23]

Matt Mercer. Wizard, confirmed.

[@fourthousandhammers3493]

my heart man