The Imperial Security Bureau Has No Choice Now...

[@cloak211]

I just wanna say this is one of the few lore-focused Star Wars channels (and comment sections) that doesn't feel like a wookiepedia circlejerk but an analysis that actually takes into account how the lore works in tandem with the filmmaking intent and themes of Andor. I've seen too many EU and Legends discussions veer off into 100% unlikely speculation territory because they forget the Star Wars content is fictional and made by real human beings trying to put real world ideas and feelings out there through a creative medium. Props to yall for being the sanest Star Wars fans.

[@andrewmaderer1989]

I have never seen what you are talking about 😂

[@ryanabate1981]

@@andrewmaderer1989 I have, Stupendous Wave is a perfect example of what the poster is talking about. Their videos feel like they just read a paragraph from Wookiepedia instead of creating their own content.

[@dalepalmitier7114]

@@ryanabate1981 I got a similar sense from Wave. Except for their What If videos, I ended up unsubscribing because it did just sound like they were just reading from the wiki, with no change in tone or cadence.

[@ryanabate1981]

@@dalepalmitier7114 not only that but their what if videos are also ripped off from the old EU and Legends content. That guy from Wave doesn't do breakdowns, reviews, or anything on current content. Not because he preferences theories and past stuff, but because he gets his thoughts from already existing takes. If he was to rip off content on new media stuff like Andor, more people would notice. So instead he chooses to rip off more obscure content to avoid getting noticed. Plus I just hate his voice lol

[@rexlumontad5644]

@@ryanabate1981 The last part sounds petty. It can't be that bad.

[@mrblack5145]

Not gonna lie, your fangirling over this series finally pushed me to watch it. And, admittedly, it's not bad at all. Less of Disney molesting the corpse of the franchise and more of a fresh take of the stories that can be spun in the universe. Great video, as always, and I'm now invested in what's gonna happen next. In regards to your theory of what's coming next, I think you're spot on, and I appreciate your content as always. IMO, I prefer the long form videos because KZbin has replaced cable or movies as my entertainment so it's nice to dedicate 20+ minutes to a thing I 100% am interested in. Keep up the great work!

[@theawesomeman9821]

its okay if you like slow burns

[@celticlad3251]

@@theawesomeman9821 Many of us do ... But then again why would a member of the toxic soiboi star wars fandom fringe who like to ride their red-bladed lightsabers up the Hershey highway while two pumping themselves is pseudo -Sith ecstasy crying "hurt me Daddy Palp" to understand.

[@miguelpadeiro762]

@@theawesomeman9821 It's okay at best if you dislike slowburns It's incredible if you like slow burns

[@orcasin112]

The Major was scared and angry because no one saw this coming and it's their job to see threats coming. Plus Palpatine and Vader are NOT understanding bosses.

[@jakempls]

Man I noticed the algorithm doing this months ago, and then when shorts launched I literally was looking for a button to opt-out. I love listening/watching long-form content that I can play as I work or do chores. Shorts is a literal was of time and just leads to endless scrolling.

[@papalaz4444244]

JakeMPLS This channel doesn't have any content

[@JediSentinal]

same, thankfully I watch enough true long form content (30-40 minutes at a minimum) that i get reccomended actual videos quite regularly. I get my fair share of "shorts" but the average 'short' video i see is 5-10 mins, not >1.

[@2000kizmo]

i about died at the shade thrown at HUGO Boss LMAO

[@kamerondonaldson5976]

a singular rebel alliance concentrated entirely around one star system such as yavin or hoth is far less threatening than multiple rebel alliances spanning entire hyperspace lanes.

[@captainbejo3513]

11:52. Nice 😂

[@marco_evertus]

That killed me bro 😂😂😂

[@chineseobama6043]

Andor has brought be back into starwars and especially in youtube, the content you guys are making of this show is really great and different than the other creators

[@luisdoyer3260]

Agreed, Andor is a breath of fresh air.

[@davidfinley6708]

I feel the same way. Except Ecksclips, all he does is nitpick and bitch.

[@clayblaze1327]

It has more depth too so more to actually talk about thus more more diverse KZbin content so

[@rakeemkoroma2398]

!!!

[@andrewnovak2197]

I love how this show has gone from the least anticipated show for most star wars fans to the one that has garnered the most excitement this early in. I can't wait to watch the next episode to see where the show goes next.

[@thedrunkmenace2250]

6:50 "Pockets are fermenting"

[@andrepuppi2325]

6:50 "Pockets are fermenting" 11:52 pockets have fermented

[@jar8240]

Thankkk youuu

[@shawndavis218]

Fomenting *

[@homersenemy7105]

11:50 a disgusting burp

[@jar8240]

The joke necessitate alternate spelling

[@GenerationTech]

In this video we're talking about episodes 8-10 not episode 7 (next episode this Wednesday) which is going to be a different format. We explain here on our second channel Generation Tech Shorts >>> kzbin.info/www/bejne/ravGc3Z8q811ldk

[@pyeitme508]

oh

[@mattwebb5453]

Dude… 10/10 burp!!!!

[@Kerr_Avon]

What happened to American Ben and Generation Films?

[@crazyeyez1502]

@@Kerr_Avon been wondering that myself. Havent seen either of the Ben's in a while.

[@SilasZoeBell]

Thanks for staying true to the long form videos. I love your content, you’re my favorite Star Wars channel.

[@octopusfly]

I appreciate your informed passion for this series. You're spot on about it being the best thing streaming. ~an American in Korea 🇰🇷

[@likeluptid]

So the next arc will be "The Empire Strikes Back."

[@TheIndustrialRetrospective]

"Eggshell with romalian type" I love American Psycho

[@inigobirden2155]

In a way it's good that this series can be predicted by the breadcrumbs laid out once you find them, a good series has a logical progression that connects events in a meaningful way and being able to see something coming to a degree of accuracy (outside of it basically being told to you explicitly) means it has a hold on it's storytelling and isn't just a roller coaster ride trying to surprise you with various things and relying on novelty to sell it's excitement.

[@nightgirlgaming1985]

"You are not so different you and I"

[@waltuh2.3bviews3secondsago3]

Oh god the clicheness of that line

[@darthjekyll3648]

Kis please.....

[@MonzaniaStrike]

Long format is way better than shorts

[@isaackim7675]

This makes me wonder if both Dedra and Agent Kallus were in the same class during their time at the Imperial Academy?

[@scaryghost5721]

She was an Enforcer like Agent Kallus before she got her place in the white council.

[@danzansandeev6033]

@@scaryghost5721 that’s what I was thinking. At this point kallus is still pro empire what if we see him at some point? Or colonel yularen for that matter! But this one is doubtful

[@strategist40k86]

@@danzansandeev6033 Kallus is likely focused on stuff in Lothal, or maybe even dealing with the aftermath of the genocide of the Lasat. I think Rebels hasn't started as we know it yet. Yularen is likely focused on preventing any news of the Death Star being leaked, and is more active in the field.

[@cameron.t]

Kallus is out there somewhere with Zeb 🥰

[@shariqhasan6220]

@@danzansandeev6033 Colonel Yularen is more likely since he was the overall Head of the ISB.

[@CoryDAnimates]

That ad segway is fantastic. As for the Major I feel is a rebel mole that was not ready for this attack.

[@DarthSears]

I respect making a shorts channel and not dumping them onto the main channel. Other channels could do with learning from that. I sincerely hate shorts and wish I could hide the system outright.

[@michaelroth5434]

Thank you for keeping the content solid amidst KZbin's foolishness. The changing of the algorithm just a step in their impending journey into the land of the forgotten.

[@MrShayniac404]

I recently came across your channel and I instantly subscribed. I love the longer videos and the way you explain the story of the Star Wars universe. The way you do your videos, is how I imagine what it would be like to watch a current affairs news channel in that world. Keep doing what you’re doing, because you’re making excellent content.

[@indianajones4321]

“Perhaps you’ve expanded” BOOM! Roasted

[@andrewlim9345]

Like to see how Andor explores the ISB. Curious about Dedra Meero’s character.

[@skoolboi9901]

My theory is the Major is the uncle that the mother has mentioned.

[@kamillavalter]

Harlo Partagaz sounds like a very star-warsy name. I believe he is the uncle! He also looks like a kind uncle 😆

[@skoolboi9901]

@@kamillavalter the Major and mother have a similar personality.

[@kazwilson425]

Yep, 100% agree with you. Its a great way to get him into ISB

[@kamillavalter]

@@skoolboi9901 exactly!

[@W4kT3k]

Ramble on, I'll listen...watch....whatever. I can't say enough how much I love Andor (the show, not the man, okay the man too). The Empire has been mostly used as a two dimensional plot device for the "good guys" to overcome, and always do. The stormtroopers billed as an elite fighting force, were exceptional at killing Jawas and someone's aunt and uncle, but can't beat plot armor or teddy bears. Once stormtroopers are brought into Andor, I would immediately think of them as a threat because of the storytelling in this show. I love how they've used Imperial army, and the ISB in this series, I wish star wars made good use of the other branches of the Empire, like in the Solo movie. Rogue One has become my favorite Star Wars movie, and Andor has become my favorite Star Wars series.

[@jello_cudgel9213]

“Anti dolphin claymores in the walls”?!? 😂 You know they can sense those with echo location, right?

[@papalaz4444244]

Definitely this will be part of whatever we get. Both have something to prove.

[@amsfountain8792]

The more i watch the show the more I like it.

[@TheHawkeye0725]

The Starpath, the heist, targeting consoles, proton warheads and soon to be the scientists that the empire is holding hostage.

[@TheHonoredMadman]

Yeah dude I really appreciate that you're gonna keep doing the long videos alongside the shorts. As a small youtube channel I totally understand the struggle

[@douglasgw1992]

Look I feel like we beat up on the regular security old guy too much. His assessment of the situation that happened was spot on. In the court of law Andor could’ve gotten off with a self defense claim. Him choosing not to go after it was not only for stability but a retaining of resources and keeping everyone employed. Mr young inspector got multiple people killed and cost everyone their job. All because he couldn’t let something go because of ego and misplaced bravado. Old head said it best “they clearly harassed a man with dark features and chose the wrong person to annoy” he also acknowledged that the two were not men of any “honor” and that they were dirtbags. But he made the choice to give them a “hero” story send off of them dying while rushing to aid someone.

[@GenerationTech]

Fair point the experienced realist vs the inexperienced idealist

[@ClanWeirWolf]

While the first one could be cleared on self defense the second one not so much. The guy was unarmed, on his knees and no longer a threat. Also, one might say that as the leader he sets the tone of the office, if he had held people to a higher standard maybe those guys wouldn't have tried to pull what they did. Or he could've fired them, with how well he guessed what happened he seems to have already known what they were like.

[@Philipp3022]

@@ClanWeirWolf but the court wouldnt see the situation. they only would find these two dead officers and andor could argue both attacked him at the same time and he killed them both in defense. the officer after his execution wont argue against it.

[@acealpine6806]

"Ego and Misplaced bravado" and let's be real here, just like Deedra, he's an ambitious little twat. That desire to be recognized and thus get a promotion was what ultimately drove him (and her) to go above and beyond what was required of him. You're right though, in each case the older, wiser men are trying to keep things from escalating, because they know the hammer will fall (hard) if anything gets the Empire's attention.

[@lordski1981]

It's sort of cutely amusing that you guys would assume that Cassian Andor would get a fair trial at all in any court of Palpatine's Galactic Empire. There's no such thing as "Self Defense" when dealing with LEO's of the Imperial (or Corporate) Regime.

[@williamhenry8914]

I thought there were only 9 episodes, when you talked about the remaining 6 episodes after episode six me and my partner both started flipping out in the gym 😆

[@Lobsterwithinternet]

11:51 Excuse you. 🦞🤭

[@enderlionheart4497]

Great content as always. I figured we were going to see what turns Cassian into a die-hard Rebel, but didn't think of it going this way. I would like to see a bit of a shift, and have the show portray just how nasty the Empire really is. We only get snippets, and at that, we've really only ever been told how bad the Empire was. Hopefully now we get to see it.

[@Based_Trogo]

AGREED!!! I love listening to you ramble. you go into INSANE detail and that's why I love your videos. unfortunately.... TikTok, IG Reels, FB Shorts, KZbin shorts. All of these less than 3 min video formats have killed our collective attention span. It's really sad but DON'T STOP! Keep up the amazing work Allen! ❤

[@jjstarrprod]

If I remember well, the head of ISB is Moff Gideon. Do you think we'll see him in Andor ?

[@DM-CW]

Andor has just been incredible.

[@Wese28]

There are majors in the ISB, and then there’s Wulf Yularen, the boss

[@akaJughead]

I mean it's pretty obvious, he has the missing piece she needs.

[@timezerohour8864]

I don't like 5 min vids unless its just a song vid. I like the long videos lore dumps that are an hour long are what I want more of.

[@MWBalls]

I hate 5 minute lore or news videos. I don't want to watch someone recite the fact, I want to watch someone autistically philosophizing about the facts.

[@jacobrobinson787]

I love Karn; there's just something about him that's just so lovably awkward. Like that smart but distant cousin you've got that won't let go of the fact you ate the last poptart. And Meero is terrifying for Andor; I absolutely love her character and even though she's an Imp, I can't help but root for her especially when it was her trying to go against Blevin (arrogant cockbite).

[@noiwonttellyoumyname.4385]

This is a great video. I'm absolutely loving Andor--it's grown-up Star Wars, finally--and it's great to see serious people looking at it in serious ways. Thanks!

[@BroskiBigDuck]

I’m not sure if anyone else has commented on this but just on the off chance you read these Allen, we love all you do for us nerds who don’t have the knowledge that you do. I would watch a whole video of ads to see more of you, don’t be beside doing ads for the sake of us because, I think I speak for most of us, you and your content are worth any ad reads you do and that’s hard thing to say about most creators on this platform. May the force be with you…always🙏

[@zanenevada7327]

Hell yeah

[@lerneanlion]

The Empire: With the higher position comes the greater authority! Me: With the higher position comes the more unneeded responsibilities!

[@dr.bartholomewvonflavinste257]

Hey Allen, I like longer form videos too. Here is a thumbs up, and a comment to show the algorithm that you should be on all home lists. Keep up the great work

[@mickdipiano8768]

I like longer content I listen at work and while doing chores. Just found your channel yesterday!

[@michaeldemarco9950]

What I really liked is how the ISB is kind’a like that old lawyer series from the 70-80s, Paper Chase, with the older mentor/young professionals vibe.

[@peterkotara]

11:51 Thanks for not editing that out, it made my day.

[@fumfering]

I'm that Star Wars fan whose knowledge comes from the movies, so aside from watching the recent live action shows and slowly working my way through some of the animated series I'm way too lazy to figure out the rest of it. Having the memory of a gnat I still struggle pathetically to remember whether the Republic or the Empire came first, to say nothing of the vast underpinnings of the stories. Real life is just too distracting. That's why this channel has been such a gas. Allen's wry delivery makes it feel accessible, and his patient explanations of lore in digestible bites that even I can follow gives meaning to things I world never think could be significant. I love the fact that he has a deep appreciation of story structure and the effect of dramatic structures, and instead of being pedantic, he demonstrates how all these factoids add meaning to the whole thang. I knew something was different about the algorithm, but now that I know I'll watch the shorts and thumbs-up everything I can, and will do the same for the handful of other channels I follow. Long live the Republic!

[@dainironjaw5425]

I do enjoy playing Swtor and just having your videos play as background info/lore. These videos keep my hope and love for Star wars alive.

[@davidradich9342]

I have been pleasantly surprised by this series! There is a very similar tone to it to one of my favorite films "Where Eagles Dare"! A very Allistair McClaine vibe.

[@yooiijung]

Honestly one of the few informative and truly interesting Star Wars KZbin channels, please keep up the good work!

[@JustAGuyWhoLikesStuff.]

This is where Miss ISB should've been like. "Hey Major Partagaz. I told you so."

[@Anacronian]

Andor is on a mission to humanize the imperials to some extent, like the imperial engineer who begged "to let the boy go" at gunpoint, to the ISB officer who cares about her underlings, and this is brilliant because it never gives you the chance to disassociate yourself and think these people are just monsters, No they are normal caring people like you and me who does horrible things, humans. The most scary thing about Nazi Germany was the fact that like almost all the perpetrators were just normal caring human beings.

[@williamflowers9435]

Check out “Ordinary Men” by Christopher R. Browning

[@hosmerhomeboy]

@@williamflowers9435 that the one about the guys that found themselves doing progressively worse things?

[@williamflowers9435]

@@hosmerhomeboy yeah

[@scottn2046]

When Luthen was getting stressed about the mission in his shop he said something like that he hadn't been careful with Andor. That's setting up if Andor goes down he goes down - so if you're right that Andor gets trapped by the Empire on Ferix then Luthen HAS to step in to save him. Also Ep 1 set up that Andor owed a lot of his friends money on Ferix - I'm thinking he's the kind of guy that wants to go back to Ferix to pay his debts.

[@acealpine6806]

You were partially right. Luthien isn't trying to "save" Andor. Luthien is a ruthless SOB that wants to kill Andor to ensure his silence.

[@Myth-X]

11:52 Did Alan just burp 😂😂😂

[@georgesiegel7026]

I will always support your efforts to keep the long format.

[@SlimRhyno]

Long form videos forever! If sponsors are the price, then so be it. I love Generation Tech!

[@carolyncollins5367]

Keep up the great work ... I found your channel recently and really like your input ... Thank you for your comprehensive approach to the material covered.

[@carcosajester5830]

Is anyone gonna talk about Dedra's assistant who looks like the love child of Grand Moff Tarkin and Jake Gyllenhaal?

[@systemofaslipstatic]

Yea! Allen please keep doing your videos there some of my favourite starwars videos on KZbin, u dive in to topics and ideas others don't and always keep me coming back.😁

[@FormerlyAVM]

A “rebel alliance “ would never be able to defeat our glorious emperor. Long may he reign!

[@freddiecawston2892]

Leaving in a burp unedited (11:50) NICE!

[@renaisnisbett]

That’s some Rick Sanchez energy right there 😅

[@nonyabisness6306]

tbh Andor is much better than expected. they rightly took a lot of focus away from Andor himself and instead put the spotlight on the beginnings of the Rebellion ot restore the Republic. Which is a hugely interesting part of Star Wars and one we hardly got to see before.

[@Knappster125]

I'll take long form videos with ads over shorts any day. Just my 2 cents. Keep up the good work, by far my favorite Star Wars channel.

[@caspiansfriend]

awesome video, as always! Thanks!

[@michaelhauenstein2019]

Honestly like the longer content, and enjoy both of your channels

[@xuttuh5260]

With Dedra definitely being the masculine part of the two of them. That's how you write strong female characters without cringe, Disney. (Looking at you, Rey!)

[@danzansandeev6033]

You know what’s the ringer? I actually like her. They always make these strong female characters so unlikable. But while I recognise that she’s tough as nails and competent, she’s also thoughtful. Like she noticed that it’s late and wanted her subordinate to go home. That’s a mark of good leader for me that’s why that guy said that if she stays he will as well

[@brachiator1]

@@danzansandeev6033 Maybe it's just me, but I don't want any representative of the Empire to be likable. However, I agree with your point that this character is well defined and is a competent leader.

[@danzansandeev6033]

@@brachiator1 well making them likeable makes them feel real. Like that engineer from episode 6. We know he’s doing wrong stuff under empire, but he tried to save a little boy’s life from terrorists. It’s not all black and white

[@brachiator1]

@@danzansandeev6033 I don't need to like characters. I don't need to have characters to root for. It's more about understanding what a character wants and being curious to see if they get it. It is an interesting choice that "Andor" gets into the details of running an empire, and the motivations of its officers and staffs. But it's a balancing act to not make them too sympathetic.

[@michaeldemarco9950]

@@brachiator1 , remember, most of the older Imperials were Republic military twenty years ago. They are still wearing Republic uniforms, more or less.

[@unblessedcoffee1457]

Interesting what you say about the ISB being circles within circles, one major oversees a few supervisors, oversees a few systems. Then we see the exact same setup in the prison scenes, which you hadn't even seen yet.

[@GenerationTech]

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[@joshb.8217]

Shorts suck just tell people to set the notifications and make sure you like or dislike, it doesn't matter. Your interaction is what keeps You Tube informed about what notifications you actually use and/or just have. I have never missed a notification to a channel I am freely subscribed to.

[@matheuss886]

11:52 This is the moment Allen Xie became Rick Sanchez

[@rexlumontad5644]

0:45 The Empire since it has nationalized Banking Clan and all of its assets: "Oh no... Anyway."

[@louiejc]

If the intelligence officers are lined up behind the foot soldiers, they would be shooting those who retreat in the face and not the back of the head. Good episode.

[@walrusArmageddon]

Honestly, having Major Partagaz as a boss is the dream. A boss that will defend you during a meeting against a coworker trying to tear you down to cover his ass? Hell yeah Partagaz, hell yeah

[@idontuploadanym0re]

i love all the characters in this show (with the exception of Skeen, wtf dude). they are so compelling and have realistic motivations.

[@waylontmccann]

Heyyyy, nicely timed Rick Sanches burp when talking about the nerd characters of the show.👌

[@neofulcrum5013]

Imagine if Dedra and Syril smash after their desire to hunt rebels

[@felicitys3621]

I’d guess Dedra would be very dominant and start everything off, and Syril would be desperate for any sort of acceptance and appreciation, would play into that

[@georgevanhoose6333]

@@felicitys3621 Don't be so sure: Sometimes a normally-dominant person likes losing control and being sexually submissive. (with the right partner, obviously)

[@gobe8354]

The belch at 11:50 has me on tears lmao

[@DarrylMiglio]

Thanks for sticking with the long-form format.

[@neckermangames5872]

Palpatine pretty much made the same mistakes the Sith made before the Rule of Two was introduced, a bunch of backstabbing, incompetence and more. Palpatine obviously never learned his Sith history.

[@TheHonoredMadman]

I agree I hate that longer videos are getting shafted now

[@thebesttransformer1]

Thank you for all of your content

[@elbertwoodcock9714]

Thanks for all your labors producing these videos. I learn alot.

[@fiveoneecho]

"I like to ramble" The rambling: 11:50 This just wouldn't be Generation Tech if it was any other way! xD

[@MrHereWeGoYo]

Where the hell is the clip of the slap from? 😂 As for the the next Arc, I am READYYY. Ever since the introduction of the ISB, especially Dedra Meero, I've been dying to see more of them.

[@GenerationTech]

Key and peele great skit

[@MrHereWeGoYo]

@@GenerationTech Thanks!

[@MrCuriousk]

im convinced your favorite line is not "pockets are fermenting" its "pockets are fomenting" just hidden behind that thick accent. instigate or stir up (an undesirable or violent sentiment or course of action). "they accused him of fomenting political unrest"

[@ramblinnernd5905]

Can’t wait to see Tactical Blueberry again.

[@williamflowers9435]

This channel deserves more recognition

[@dennislaur2515]

I have always come here for the format that you do. I don't care for short content less then 10 minutes. you just can't get enough information across in less unless its a top 10 list. Keep up the work, and I will watch as much of your stuff as I can.

[@darthjekyll3648]

6:00 so they be commissars. Commissars vs Inquisition.

[@donaldalessio7580]

I just would like to say I love you Channel dude I've been watching it for a few years what started me was Earth versus the empire and I've been watching ever since thank you for your content and May the force serve you

[@ozzizgod]

I know it's a few months old, but I'll say I prefer the 10-20 minute videos. I'll keep watching them, Alan.

[@carsoncasmirri3874]

I have served under Staff NCOs and Officers who really have really given a shit about me and the Marines they’re in charge of and they had my loyalty through and through

[@LordVortex888]

This is the only you tube channel (so far I know) watched that's not complaining about TV show/movie. Mostly toxic channels...

[@lillyanneserrelio2187]

I love your longer videos. I watch your channel because i want that longer content. Thats why I've been a loyal subscriber since 10BBY 😛

[@luccagrillo7260]

the adapt or die reference was *chef's kiss*

[@peddlerofbombast6982]

For every person destroyed by the Empire, there are 100 who were given lives of opportunity. For every Cinta there are 100 Dedras. I am an Imperial supporter in principal and of course understand the opposition to the Empire in practice. But we have priveleged information, that a Sith two person cult rules the Empire, so we declare it "evil". Most people in the Galaxy are doing what we all are doing; trying to attain security and then maybe happiness. Hail Emperor Palpatine!