Spearcavern 8: Born Among Beasts

[@millennialboomer6780]

The design of that clay worm is sick, even if it died like a chump; it's like an ancient, abandoned construct

[@nakenmil]

That gave me big Dark Souls or Kingdom Monster vibes. Very cool and creepy.

[@riffler24]

Big Baba Yaga vibes

[@Tufukins]

For real! It even looks kinda like the ancient whip... :0

[@igo5543]

Indeed, very cool looking

[@lorenzogarompolo8074]

The Elk Bird who killed was probably named Conan or Gatsu

[@Snogard45]

I love that it feels like the crab is becoming less and less of a fighter the more he bonds with his little monkeys. it's like the experience really made him more hesitant to take down the beasts of the caves with his own hands

[@davidromeroblaya7920]

"The forgotten beast is made of coke." Your dwarves defeated the Herald of Industrial Revolution. Pretty impressive.

[@gearandalthefirst7027]

alternatively, the herald of CIA interventionism...

[@tahunuva4254]

Dwarves prefer Pepsi anyway

[@marcus4046]

@@tahunuva4254 nah they like mug root beer

[@JonDundas10]

It's made of WHAT?? HARVEST THAT IMMEDIATELY WE'LL BE RICH

[@Pyxis10]

It also spews a gas that makes them.....sleepy? We sure that's coke? Shouldn't they be wired?

[@rustyshackleford1508]

That drawing of the gorlach getting blasted made me giggle for a minute straight.

[@zedbee2736]

Only in Dwarf Fortress can a gigantic fire-breathing beast be slain by the equivalent of an ostrich

[@billfred9411]

Another funny thing that happens with fire breathers is them dying by their own fire because it burned down a tree that ends up falling right onto it. One story I heard claimed a dragon basically wiped his whole fort then died from a tree falling on it. Giants are also comically weak for how big they are, and they often die pathetic fast deaths.

[@michaels.3709]

Or would Elkbirds be more like Emus? If they're like emus, I'm not surprised. Emus have won a war.

[@VulpesHilarianus]

That final forgotten beast waltzing up thinking it would break in easily only to realize too late that they sent out a single dwarf for a reason. The absolute terror on its face when Gutter snapped all of its teeth off is amazing.

[@toryumau6798]

... Blud really thought it was *Him*. >)X^D

[@weeaboobaguette3943]

And it wasn't even a great challenge for him. Merely an adequate one.

[@Illitha]

​@@toryumau6798 Turns out he was not *That Guy™*

[@EpicRenegade777]

Its always a better day with a Kruggsmash video.

[@kruggsmash]

I am very glad to hear that. i hope you have a good day, E.R

[@CallowG]

Always.

[@SrTNick1]

That coke dust forgotten beast looked incredible. Loved the design.

[@duceron]

The baby was sucking on the amputated arm omg I cried laughing

[@edim108]

It's so damn morbid. Great stuff 😂

[@potatolord9715]

Very excited to see how krugg smashes this one

[@kruggsmash]

Smashingly probably

[@potatolord9715]

@@kruggsmashthat picture of the baby sucking on whisps arm stump is fucked lol

[@yuuchirito8360]

peak comment

[@gideon903]

my favorite part is when he said "it's smashin time" and smashed all over em

[@sveenkie]

I get genuinely worried each fight. I love all these dwarves. You do good work keeping the stakes high. Tinny running into that fight with the baby was WILD! Such an irresponsible move, but I totally understand her actions. Having a baby and being forcibly sidelined from her whole reason for being. Could make anyone ignore the dangers and go "it'll be fine".

[@rickjames7391]

Your design of the flying snail is perfect. It's going to plague my Mörk Borg players.

[@stephenrose3202]

Yay for blue feathers everywhere except the wings! 😂❤

[@barroomhero07]

Rest peacefully sweet, sweet, sky dog :(

[@truffleshuffle314]

Man, I love everything about the drawings. The cool monster, dwarf, and artifact designs continue to impress me over and over again. Its given me inspiration for my own DND monsters!

[@tristanhodgson9002]

I get filled with a feeling of real joy whenever I see Krugg's uploaded. His videos have been there through some real highs and bottoming lows, and have a special place in my heart. Thanks as always Krugg 💜

[@torymiddlebrooks]

Do y'all appreciate how far the art has come in 3 years? I certainly do.

[@truffleshuffle314]

Yes! I love kruggsmash, the perfect way to start a morning!

[@kruggsmash]

coffee too. get coffee

[@Lawrencelot89]

Please don't stop drawing these beasts! It's amazing to see your creativity with them, truly inspirational.

[@wodahs3791]

Only recently started to play DF, completely addicted when i get home from work. And to catch these stories fresh from the press is nice and inspires me to try harder in my games.

[@Lordodragonss]

Exactly! It inspires us all!

[@keztannis6848]

I like how the leech looks less like an animal formed from an inorganic material and more of a artificial creation, could it have been created by a now dead civilization that no one from that era is alive to remember?

[@kruggsmash]

I just like to wonder where these things originated from. Makes the mind wander. I do love it.

[@jamescanjuggle]

reminds me of the creatures from the long night series, far far into a deep forgotten future, these intricately designed creatures remained long after their civilisations ended only to be awoken, activated or rediscovered.

[@nils-peterwihlney8732]

@@kruggsmash I imagine it is possibly a prototype made by a god to create life using clay and fire. It is similar to the legend of humanity being made from clay. Your design reminded me of both the Asian art style related to divine beings, like the various sculptures in China, and a medieval art style made to portray biblically accurate angels. It looked great.

[@stephenrose3202]

I recommend checking out the solo ttrpg Colostle for the monsters made from architectural ruins feel

[@stephenrose3202]

​@@jamescanjuggleoh. I scanned quickly and read your last word as redecorated. As in. Oh, dear! This architecture ruins monster is so drab. It'll be fine with a new coat of paint and some fresh moss 😅

[@figurativeElement]

Bringing a baby into combat is a time-honored dwarven tradition in my book; helps the tykes' martial trance develop.

[@AdaOnaPC]

"What's the sense of all this hard work if we can't enjoy the fruits of our labor from time to time?" A good question moving forwards into the new year.

[@vailkor]

Just picked up Dwarf Fortress over the holidays because of how much I enjoy your videos.

[@Aetius_of_Astora]

The art in this episode was really awesome! The clay fire leech looks straight off a retro rpg cover art

[@MegaVidFan1]

These episodes are such a delight! The drawings add to the scene SO well, I was on the edge of my seat for that Coal Monster FB fight. Its crazy how, if you follow a few dwarves closely, the stories develop on a small scale like the large ones in Legends mode. Glad we have someone like you around to document it!

[@roach9397]

Been having some particularly bad insomnia lately so this upload is a godsend for tonight. Can’t guarantee it’ll get me to sleep, but it’ll entertain me and make me feel all cozy when I need it like your uploads always do

[@kruggsmash]

Lol with all the beast sounds and combat, I can't imagine it'll do a great job, but I hope you get to sleep regardless. night night!

[@Yr-Anghenfil]

Path of Acra is fantastic. Genuinely excited to hear you're doing something with it

[@brianmacclellan6510]

I've put around 100 hours in path of Achra, so I'm very excited for the video

[@trime1015]

I love the picture of a giant smoldering factory on legs bumping into a bird and crumbling to dust.

[@Ebanis]

Your opening animations are always so good. Love your content in general but they immediately bring a smile to my face, every time.

[@Thunderstone_]

First an episode of Poirot now Kruggsmash. A god day to be down with a cold.

[@Torriotorres]

Have no clue who or what you are talking about.

[@kruggsmash]

I hope you feel better eventually!

[@emmy9345]

Thats so sweet me and my mum watch Poirot whenever i visit. You gave me a warm reminder :)

[@Thunderstone_]

Talking about a day of chosen entertainment for a day feeling down under the weather with our favorite Kruggsmash and the famous belgian detective Hercules Poirot@@Torriotorres

[@Thalatash]

I played the Path of Achra demo and didn't realize it was released now. It was a lot deeper than I thought it would be, probably because of the graphics. I'm excited to see what our Krugg does with it! I figured he was just busy with Christmas stuff for the family. Happy New Years, bastards!

[@lorcogoth1]

I think the first forgotten beast suffered a bit from it's own Biology, being made out of clay it probably had some weird interaction with all the fire it was spitting around. like it should be turning to some sort stone if exposed right?

[@toryumau6798]

... Or, it had a glowing red obvious weak point that screams- "Hit me here!" >)X^D

[@chrisdonovan8795]

Thanks, Mr. Smash. It's been a pleasure watching your art change and improve over the years.

[@Runetrantor]

Man, those FBs really putting your art skills to work. So much to illustrate, its no wonder videos take so long!

[@noelbell7976]

I love how occasionally you will see a dog in the water.

[@UllricLex]

Great story, the lil baby girl is so cute, please watch out for her. Path of Achra is a lot of fun. Blind and his naked goblin run made me buy it 😅

[@thejuiceweasel]

Coming fresh out of a covid riddled christmas, it's good to see that there's a warm Kruggsmash vid we can all huddle up to.

[@zacaritest]

I'm loving the series. An idea for a next adventure could be in a coastal area without trees and with few minerals, that will make getting things more interesting and trade more important😁

[@Terr590]

So many forgotten beasts down, great job! also great to see the fortress growing!

[@freddykingofturtles]

The sound design in these is always spot on, a pleasure to the ears all craftsdwarfship is of the highest quality.

[@TREEandMONKEY]

Love the episode Krugg, thank you so much for producing these videos. Aditionoally, with the amount of slain Forgotten Beasts it might be cool to build a statue garden solely filled with statues of the slain forgotten beasts.

[@Nate303]

No one does art like you do. I appreciate it so much

[@ThiisStil]

"The forgotten beast is made of coke." Quickly sniffed err.. snuffed out

[@dethkruzer]

So i took a bit of a break from these vids, but after recently rewatching the lets read of Boatmurdered, i decided to come back and watch Spearcavern from the start. And man, did i only now realize how much I've been missing these. The art, the storytelling. So good.

[@stevemonte9299]

I just got into Dwarf Fortress this week since it was gifted to me, but hit a slump since I stink at the game (for now) and found your channel. It's been a genuine blast! Just finished the eight episodes of Spearcavern. I love the drawn interpretation of the forgotten beast, and the thematic flare of storytelling. Can't wait for the next episode!

[@OokamiKuma225]

No matter how many of these I watch and how many times I comment, your stories always make my day and can pull me into a new adventure every time!

[@smivan.]

PATH OF ACHRA!!! Hell yeah! I'm glad you spotted that one, I've had my eye on it for a while now! Very excited to see your take on the game!

[@erridian6838]

Amazing work as always, ya glorious bearded bastard :D Mrs. K did an incredible job on the coloring as well! Love little Emmy :D she's quite a nice addition to the fortress! So exciting!

[@sungazercyan]

Your coke beast is one of the coolest designs I've ever seen, like if that was a pokemon it would be my number one favourite

[@Rietto]

I hope the New Year is even better for you than the last, Krugg!

[@SlunchSlide]

Hey Krug, wanted to drop this on the most recent video but your entire archive has been extremely helpful as of late. Life’s been rough and you’re beautifully illustrated stories always manage to bring a smile to my face in dark times. Thank you again for putting so much work and love into these videos. It really shows. Keep up the amazing work

[@dallinhunter7385]

Haven't watched the video yet, just wanted to say while it was on my mind that this channel is awesome. I've been playing DF since 2011 or so, and this channel captures the spirit of the game so well. Seriously, it's incredible, I've been bingeing your videos, and once I'm done I'll eagerly await more.

[@Orcbrother13]

I'm beginning to think that Wisp never lost her hand to a crocodile, she's just such a badass that she has been fighting them one handed to make it more of a challenge.

[@a52productions]

Emmy is SO CUTE! Also, the martial prowess of your dwarves is seriously impressive -- I don't think I've ever seen so many forgotten beasts defeated by so few dwarves. And without any serious injuries or deaths, AND with that solo fight at the end! Damn!!

[@arkurianstormblade4109]

all that work into the art of that crazy looking forgotten beast, and some random bird does it in. thats dwarf fortress for you!

[@gobbo1917]

I love you and your content kruggg! Been watching for years, keep up the good work!

[@PGMP2007]

I will not see this episode soon. But I am so excited to have it that I will let it run in the background, comment and like just to support as much as I can. Then come back and savor it properly.

[@atnasingetnamn2887]

Your videos are balm for the soul; your neverending creativity and art style + voice is just so lovely.

[@smivan.]

Love all the awesome forgotten beast designs (and sound designs)!

[@ehudshapira2745]

"It's made of coke", "beware its deadly dust" lmao

[@brando9031]

There’s nothing I love more than your videos Krugg. I’ve been checking every day for a new upload. I hope you had a good Christmas

[@WEKS87]

A Kruggsmash video to close out the year, gods be praised!

[@try2bchilledout417]

Just binged the whole series last night and you upload today?? IDRATH SMILES UPON ME

[@Norien711]

I only recently rediscovered this channel and this is some of the best content that exists on this website. Thanks so much for all the work you put into these stories! I love them!

[@TazanianRaids]

Best storyteller And beautiful artistry hands down best dwarf content

[@RupertAndCheese]

The clay leech and the coke beast look so GODDAMN AWESOME!

[@F0wlPlay]

I say it every time, and it's awesome to see the growth, but I'm still baffled that you don't have more subs. Thanks a ton for the content Krug! Merry Christmas and Happy Newyear!

[@clan741]

That grasshopper at the intro animation always amazes me, smooth af!

[@millennialboomer6780]

Was waiting a while for this episode, happy that it finally came out!

[@ManuelLamy]

I hope you afforded yourself some time to enjoy the holidays Krugg. Wishing you and your close one my best wishes, cheers!

[@andrepicard9439]

Clay leech design is absolutely inspired!

[@kacpadestro8086]

Kruggsmash a day keeps Forgotten Bests away

[@evanwilliams1839]

Love this content. Recently got back unto dwarf fortress and did a 3x3 fort instead of 6x6. Going a lot better

[@malusstalonswift5994]

Another Great Episode, plus really appreciating your Art style, very nicely done and clear improvement since you started out. Keep up the good work!

[@AjFerguson13]

I don't have time to play right now, but enjoying your narratives. Thanks

[@Hulaabeo]

The art of Emmy suckling on Wisp's stump was too precious.

[@CrazyHatDave3000]

Merry Christmas to us all. Kruggsmash has gifted us a new DF video.

[@quartalcounterpoint]

Woooo new Spearcavern episode! And it's on my birthday, what a good present

[@nils-peterwihlney8732]

WOHOO!! A late Christmas present from Kruggsmash right before the newy ear! Yeah! Lets go!!!!

[@MagusThD13]

Love your work! Your drawings always make my day. They are so immerse.

[@MechakittenX]

Great video! So excited to see where this fortress goes!

[@galloe8933]

I saw that, no pacifier? No problem! Go-Go gadget utility stump!

[@BillErak]

Welcome back! Really excited for that new game video you working on, it's always fun to see you try new stuff

[@caesarsalad77]

The absolute perfect morning for a Kruggsmash video.

[@blazepond5518]

love your videos krugg, your art, everything, thankyou

[@oblivion2k490]

Excited for Path of Achra! Looking forward to your video. First I've heard of the game but I'm always up to try something new.

[@kucimaka8092]

Looking forward to a day when we see an epic 2 or 3-way fight between Forgotten Beasts!

[@RisaxTheImp]

Thanks for the belated Christmas gift! (or whatever Dwarves would celebrate)

[@TheRyujinLP]

Krugg, my man. You NEED to release an artbook with your works. Your forgotten beasts are is fire enough to sell a book on just that topic alone (though I'd also love to see your Red Vault art as well).

[@PascalSWE]

Hope the new year is treating you well Krugg. Love your stuff and this episode was dope, Im getting fond of little Emmy already!

[@lexibyday9504]

Crab's impostor syndrome: Am I even a dwarf? Or am I just a crustacean with an axe?

[@inrit]

I get so hyped when the intro sequence plays on a new Krugg video!

[@an0bserver2000]

i love the design of that clay leech monster!

[@kodsleep]

Great series! Excited to see anything about Path of Acra too!

[@ErnestAutist]

Is 5 beasts in 2 years alot? I would say not really, for just 7 well armed and armoured Dorfs? Yes! Crazy ambitious, that goes for this episode too. Stay well!

[@blamb9977]

rest in absolute pieces, intro Gorlak

[@snipeefox]

Man, your dorfs are strong! You gotta break that obsidian layer!

[@marijnpelkmans1338]

thanks krugg, happy holidays from Belgium

[@dinitroacetylen]

4:41 -- there is this colloquial term "glass cannon" for things that can deal terrifying damage but can be broken basically by sneezing loudly in their direction. This particular glass cannon was made out of clay, but the principle applies just the same.

[@slugwyrm]

thank you for your hard work, storyteller