The Legend of Vox Machina 2x12 REACTION! "The Hope Devourer"

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[@DanGamingFan2406]

With this final episode of the season I’d just like say RIP Lance Reddick aka the voice of Thordak. Absolutely wonderful actor who will be missed.

[@watershipup7101]

Agreed

[@AmazingChi]

There's a non-zero chance that Lance already recorded his S3 part, based on commentary regarding how long ago parts of S2 were recorded. So, hopefully, we get to enjoy him one more time.

[@Lenny-ue8hk]

I’m looking forward to seeing him in the upcoming Percy Jackson show as Zeus

[@AmazingChi]

"No such thing as luck", says the character that literally had the Lucky feat in the campaign.

[@ACey96]

I don't thinkhe did. i know Sam hates anything that takes the randomness of the roll away (it feels like cheating to him and kills the fun of a roll)

[@smifull]

@@ACey96 It was Vax (Liam) who said that line

[@meravl7615]

Then again, it is also the hyper-stealth character that rolled (I believe) 3 natural 1s in a row for a stealth test, so... no luck? 😅

[@ACey96]

@smifull but didn't Liam say it about Sam because Liam has used Lucky all of C3 Yeah just looked it up Sam hates the lucky feat

[@LandonTheDM]

​@@ACey96he hates the halfling lucky feature which is different from the lucky feat

[@Isshindzahul]

The Umbrasyl chase with Grog hanging by his chain and Keyleth as a giant eagle was so good on the campaign, everyone was just going ham screaming ideas and doing everything they could think of to not letting the dragon go, it was so good.

[@Fairburne69]

Raishan arrived in Whitestone with Vox Machina. She took the form of a little girl with big green eyes. I don't remember the specific dialogue but she had a brief interaction with Grog. Very easy to forget 11 episodes later.

[@VegetaLF7]

Grog mentioned she was a tough little tyke since she wasn't freaked out at all by the whole narrowly escaping a dragon invasion destroying the city thing, the girl just glared at him a moment before leaving silently.

[@mr.stuffdoer8483]

I feel like they could’ve made that clearer. I remember being confused when people said the matron was what Vax saw early on because the design looked different, so I definitely didn’t connect the dots on Raishan like that. Doesn’t help that for both, people were saying stuff like “I can’t believe they’re _already_ hinting at that” implying it was something much further down the road

[@Fairburne69]

@@mr.stuffdoer8483 They do a lot of Easter egg stuff for long time fans. When I saw the little girl instantly knew who she was. But for newer people they won't only know who she is but will forget they ever saw her because it meant nothing. Other Easter eggs have been planted that won't come back until the mighty Nein comes around. So thos of us who are in the know will remember. Those who don't will probably forget they even saw it.

[@hhylobates4098]

@@mr.stuffdoer8483 There will probably be a flashback to the girl in the opening of next season when Raishan gives her spiel on why Vox should trust her (I've been here the whole time and havent done anything etc) But yes they probably could have squeezed that into this moment to make it clearer

[@yotuel9064]

@@mr.stuffdoer8483 Don't worry Liam will commit the same mistake.

[@mikrohamster]

The magic key that Scanlan found will probably the in-show explanation for an ability he had in the tabletop-game. If so, it will be ... Magnificent!

[@EpicRandomness555]

Am I not- ohhhhhh… the mansion. Key, door, mmmmmm

[@ShanklyReborn]

SPOILER! The FBI & the CIA could combine forces to investigate this video with all their most advanced technology, and they still wouldn't be able to notice a reaction from Jake at 15:50. I don't know how he acted so natural. If he was a spy, none of us would know.

[@Hawk_of_Battle]

Aaron used to be the one who had the masterful poker face (maybe he still does, haven't seen it used in a while), but Jakes utter non-reaction there was truly impressive.

[@JustJake91]

​@Hawk_of_Battle I had seen the show already.

[@Cobalt059]

Without spoiling, I'm pretty sure the magic key will be used as a pretext for a certain spell Scanlan uses later in the campaign -- same way the scroll in season 1 was a pretext for suddenly being able to cast Polymorph.

[@seaztheday4418]

Agreed, it's totally the show-analogue for the Magnificent spell that Scanlan starts to use a lot at this part in the campaign

[@SharkyShocker]

16:22 One of my favorite moments from Taliesin that wasn't in the show, it was on a panel. "You can't really be an atheist in Dungeon and Dragons. You just watched a giant beam, a giant golden beam, come and slam a dragon into the ground and you're just going to go "...There's a perfectly logical explanation for this. That's a weather balloon, obviously.""

[@RealMythix]

Vax: "There's no such thing as luck." Also Vax: has the lucky feat

[@pwalmsley9]

Shout-out to Jake for helping the guys with reactions to the show. It must be really hard to adapt to being in front of the screen as well as trying not to spoil too much from your knowledge of the campaign! I think it's clear you got more comfortable with that as the season went on. Hope you come back for more of these!

[@JustJake91]

Thank you.

[@johnobrien7562]

just to remind folks, "these weapons were made to strike down the gods". a shot to the eye from Mythcarver magnified by Scanlan's harmonics was properly devastating, especially when Umbrasyl had already taken a few hits from Fenthras and the Titanstone Knuckles.

[@christopherkowalczyk4405]

I've avoided campaign 1 for spoilers, but wasn't mythcarver made with bards in mind? So Scanlans musical magic be the amplified by mythcarver?

[@kjj26k]

​@@christopherkowalczyk4405 Yes.

[@doctordee6321]

On the topic of Scanlan “not believing” in the matron: in one of the campaign 1 talk shows, Taliesin said something like “you can’t have an atheist in DND because then you just have an idiot”. The idea being that atheism is hard to believe in a world where gods can literally smite their enemies through their followers and set obvious curses on those who insult them. I’d like to point to the Pathfinder: Kingmaker video game for a good example of “atheism” in a fantasy world. In that game, Valerie is atheistic, but it’s not that she doesn’t believe the gods exist. She instead chooses to put her faith in her allies in the party, since they are the ones on the ground making tough decisions and helping each other in battle. When Scanlan says “I don’t believe in that matron stuff, but you do, and I believe in you”, I personally see that as a similar sentiment. It’s like saying “you’re a good friend, so even if I disagree with your belief, I’ll still help you because I trust you”.

[@Taizen001]

I was about to make this comment, but you remembered what Taliesin said better than me 😂 I think I remember him also saying something to the effect of "It's not that Percy doesn't believe the gods are real, he just doesn't like them."

[@doctordee6321]

I feel like Taliesin is always flipping between amazing wisdom and amazingly botched attempts at wisdom. On one hand: “You’ve learned a valuable lesson, and that’s that sometimes there is no lesson and you just have to get up and try again tomorrow.” On the other hand: “Life needs things to live.”

[@PyroOfZen]

You can acknowledge the existence and powers of the beings that people refer to as gods without believing in the religions that sprouted around them. It all comes down to how an individual defines the word "god."

[@miraculousfanyt]

Thordaks voice actor gives me chills

[@kampfkeks6619]

I think even Jake forgot but we see Raishan going through the portal in the first episode when they flee to Whitestone. She is the small girl with bright green eyes that stares at Grog but he didn’t think what that could be and didn’t tell anyone.

[@JustJake91]

I might not have remembered in the moment but I definitely knew that, or I didn't want to tell them everything. Can't remember which happened but I definitely do remember that happening because of the specific eye color they use for her.

[@hillrp1]

I assume someone's answered by now, but if Eric wants to watch the show after most of the sound issues were sorted and without jumping in too much in the middle of things, then many people recommend starting with episode 24. It's the first introduction of the Briarwoods (As in the first time we see them in person and not just mentioned)

[@Lenny-ue8hk]

We have seen a little bit with spell components, mainly with Keyleth’s healing and Delilah’s necromancy

[@Lenny-ue8hk]

When they first escaped to Whitestone in episode 1, Grog saw a little girl with green eyes staring at him. Pretty sure that was Raishan, and from there she took over as Yennen

[@json_bourne3812]

I absolutely LOVE this season, in particular the last few episodes, from the writing and interpretation of the live games, to the incredible sound/score, some really great and compelling one-liners; everything! I've watched it a number of times now and it's still so emotionally powerful. I CANNOT WAIT for season 3 and season 1 of the Mighty Nein.

[@seechwing2058]

Lance Reddick had such a presence to him… i miss him greatly

[@acapier]

On the subject of Mary Elizabeth McGlynn being a Voice Director, uh…she’s the Voice Dir for this show! 😂

[@EddieGonzalezAnim]

for season 2 we set up a whole pipeline for the dragons once we saw how much screen time they would be getting. The entire look of them was overhauled compared to season 1. A whole creature team was established to animate them at a higher quality. A lot of comp work went into them as well to make sure they could coexist in the 2D space.

[@animegamelover6368]

Rest In Peace, Lance Reddick. He was so fantastic, and he will be greatly missed.

[@jonathan_marquis]

For people who really want to start watching the campaigns I now suggest watching season 1 of the show and start with episode 39 of Campaign 1 at around 3h25min (Uriel's speech). Probably after you've watched Calamity just to see if you can do 3 to 5 hour episodes.

[@thetntraider]

There is a video that actually recounts the pre-stream of Campaign 1 that they could watch before starting Campaign 1, if that helps at all, Jake.

[@Fsudryden]

There are ways dragons can take different forms. Some just have an inherent ability to polymorph into animals, humanoids, etc. Dragons can also cast magic and have spells. So a powerful enough dragon can use the polymorph spell and change into anything. So during the beginning of the season when they escaped to Whitestone there was a scene where a green eyed girl stared menacingly at Grog. That was the green dragon. So somehow she replaced Keeper Yenan (don’t know if she is dead) and that’s how it happened.

[@minusxero]

Knowing what comes next with the Chroma Conclave, I'm SO excited for Season 3.

[@DarksideGmss0513]

I'm curious if they are actually able to get Mark Hamill to voice Vecna.

[@VegetaLF7]

Oh he'd be *perfect* as him. I'm personally hoping they put in the scene of his appearance at the meeting, biggest wtf moment in the arc for me@@DarksideGmss0513

[@brianewing5778]

BATHTUB SCENE!!!!! 🤞🤞🤞

[@andrewwebb3248]

The ending of this episode sets up the final fight so beautiful. That scream of fix him is going to break people all over.

[@ZaberFangAT]

I haven't watched the OG campaign myself, but I've heard that the girl with the green eyes who comes through the tree with them is Raishan, so Yennen was presumably herself as recently as then.

[@OJsOtherGlove]

I know Eric was talking about trying to catch the original campaign but not being sure where to start. Most people recommend episode 24 since that is where the Briarwood arc is getting into the swing of things and the audio is much better than it was at the very start. It's still not the best and would improve with time, but that is a good place to start, if you want to watch campaign 1

[@theBSDude44]

Real Yennen has a prominent mole on her right cheek that is missing from Raishan's disguise. Notably, in "Yennen"s mid-season appearances, that part of her face is always hidden, so we don't know when the swap happens.

[@sheeveric4839]

Campaign 2 is a pretty accessible starting point for critical role

[@packofweaviles1027]

Everyone says that but they also miss the callbacks from Cam 1

[@theirishviking9278]

@@packofweaviles1027 season 2 is better form a story from beginning to end sense from a meta sense campaign one is the better starting point but it might need a but or prior reading for the first episode so you know how they got to craghammer

[@MasterPoppers]

@@theirishviking9278 I think from the Briarwoods through to the end, Vox Machina has the better overall story. A lot of the Mighty Nein plotlines felt disjointed and the conclusion felt a little rushed. Maybe they can rework the plot for the adaptation?

[@user-jt1js5mr3f]

@@MasterPoppers 100%, C2 has a much weaker story structure than C1. Definitely a more open sandbox playstyle, but I didn't feel like it had any real sense of direction until episode 90 or so. The plot will absolute need some tightening for the show

[@balijosu]

If you watch campaign 2 first and care about spoilers, stop when they say "uk'otoa".

[@jessedavis8705]

8:05 prominence BURN!

[@kskiran08]

Scanlan was so clutch in Season 1, many a times he saved the parties asses. Glad they gave him the final kill shot here.

[@qa1327]

20:58 VM also had a magic carpet. Two actually (not at the same time) if I remember correctly. Great seeing your reactions to se2. Can’t wait for se3

[@LandonTheDM]

Energy powered slash blast through a sword sticking in your dragon eye directly into your dragon brain will get you every time.

[@TheJerbol]

I can't wait for the Vorugal fight, one of the best combats in the campaign

[@Kimbrell]

I'm assuming the magic key is a way to make the magnificent mansion spell make sense. I definitely recommend EXU: Calamity if you want to try to get into watching them play... and since the animated show is out if you want to avoid spoilers then you could watch Campaign 2: Mighty Nein. There are some connecting pieces but overall not much, and the connections aren't til later anyway.

[@Graelcase]

ExU: Calamity is amazing. It's strange to say a 20 hour thing is "short" but it somehow feels like all the highs of a 100+ episode campaign condensed into 4. Luis Carazo is the player Jake couldn't remember, and the whole cast puts on an incredible performance.

[@AMoniqueOcampo]

Eric: I wonder if Scanlan will ever leave Vox Machina... Critters: *Suddenly start crying for no reason.*

[@thomasdahlberg5920]

People have done reactions to EXU: Calamity and i would be SOOOO hype if you guys decided to do it as well. Splitting episodes into roughly hour long chunks seems to work well for the people ive seen do it. Just an idea and a hope.

[@andresfelipemanjarres7061]

in the first episode there was a little green eye child that gave a bad look to Grog, in retrospective i belive that was Raishan in desgise, so she was with them from the moment they travel to Whitestone

[@carleneeverett7760]

It’s less that Scanlan doesn’t Believe that the Matron exists but more he doesn’t see value in her philosophy and what she requires of her followers. For him the gods are there but he’s not interested in appealing to them for power. He’d rather make his own way.

[@AceofDymonds]

Heh, Jake had to bust out his poker face a few times. Great reaction -- can't wait for next season!

[@Uberco]

I started with campaign 2. Got about 30 episodes in and felt like I was missing jokes and references too much. So I stopped and started at the beginning with campaign 1. The audio is bad for the first 4-5 eps but gets better. Im so glad I did. You can really see the characters development from crappy people to heroes and the cast slowly growing themselves. It hurts my soul when i hear people say, ah just skip that part, etc. but I understand. Its a lot of time to commit. If you wanna jump in though, the briarwood arc starts with ep 24.

[@BeAuTyLoVe17]

Calamity is a great watch, it can be a bit confusing because there's a lot of lore and paople and places mentioned. But the story get so good. Can recommend watching Vox Machina from episode 26 or 27 in the Brierwood Arc I can't wait till we get more seasons and get Mighty Nein as well. M9 us honestly my favorite. It's so fun watching you guys view it, and it's cool to have Jake here to help explain stuff

[@briandalke5946]

As for watching campaign 1, while you'd miss some of the characters that reappear later and some references, the Brierwood arc starts in episode 24. You could start there and having watched this show still get most of the references from the episodes that you skip.

[@frostdragon7135]

I'm so glad you guys enjoyed season 2! I love it so much and I can't wait for season 3. Umbrasyl made for a really cool antagonist and it was an awesome choice to have Matt be his voice. Knowing the campaign season 3 is going to be awesome! Can't wait to continue the story of the Chroma Conclave!

[@kskiran08]

Can't wait for Taryon Darrington in S3!! So hype!! Sam the legend!!

[@GeneralTso09]

In the first episode of season 2, when Vox Machina evacuated citizens from Imon, we saw a little girl with green eyes. That was Raishan coming to Whitestone. We assume she swapped out with Keeper Yennan sometime between then and the last episode.

[@willcline5918]

"What is your plan, Grog?" Bold of you to assume he thinks that far ahead

[@Hawk_of_Battle]

"Bold of you to assume he thinks." FTFY.

[@kcim123]

The first 2 episodes were a storyline that happened during the home game pre stream. But it was much more complicated with demons and the roayal family involved. The Kraaghammer Underdark storyline was completely left out same as their first trip to Vasselheim and meeting Zahra and Kash and then Briarwoods happened and we're off. I think the adaptation is pretty good, Im sad they changed or left out some stuff but it's for the flow of the show so I understand the necessity.

[@johannesbowers7467]

Everyone forgets the fundamental differences between the spells [ Polymorph self ] and [ shape change]. The polymore spells only allow you to become generic examples of given creatures. Shape change whether it is a spell or innate power can allow you to imitate specific individuals..

[@Lehnert]

I started watching Critical Role recently. I'm like half-way through episode 5 and it's pretty good. Sure, sometimes the sound does some wonky stuff, but it get better. First few minutes of first episode are rough but they quickly fix it. It will take me a while to watch the whole stuff since I'm watching like 1-2 episodes per week and just campaign 1 is 115 episodes + some bonus stuff. It will be a long journey.

[@passenthrualaska3293]

Congrats on beginning an epic journey, it's a lot, but so worth it. Production quality and other issues will get better and better as you go. Hope you give the Mighty Nein a shot after a reasonable decompression time, it's my personal fav Campaign, but jumping straight in can be almost off putting for some people. You will have spent so much time with the cast playing characters you came to really care about, and it can be hard to accept them as new characters right away.

[@KikiSohma]

The long road ahead will be worth it. I'm on ep 74 and I love it so much. I try and watch 2 or 3 episodes a week (or more if I have nothing else to watch, lol).

[@noemiecansier8466]

I got to watch the live show last night and have this for dessert ! Hell yeah!!

[@Rezinstance]

For my part; I consider Episode 28 of Critical Role's Vox Machina campaign, entitled The Sun Tree, my episode 1 of that campaign. The audio has improved (enough to not make my ears bleed) by this point, the party is getting into the meaty Briarwood arc, and it so happens that episode 27 was the last appearence of Orion, the somewhat problematic cast member. Highly recommend to anyone that really wants to begin watching the Vox Machina campaign specifically, start with episode 28, The Sun Tree.

[@Fairburne69]

I agree with this. For anyone at all who wants to watch C1 starting at episode 28 is a good place to start. Especially if the audio issues are too much. I enjoyed watching the first 27 even with the audio issues. But I was already in love with the cast because I started with Campaign 2.

[@BeAuTyLoVe17]

I started with episode 27, along with having watched the animated show it didn't feel like I missed anything

[@andrewwebb3248]

The sun tree was my episode that took the stream from fun bar banter to epic storytelling. That description of the hanging corpses and the terror it evoked was spine chilling.

[@neintales1224]

All of the vestiges do somewhat 'represent' a deity, the thing is that Vax made an extra side deal with the Matron of Ravens to save Vex's life. It isn't his wearing the armor that makes him her champion and has him answering to her and doing her work, it's that deal. She did somewhat stuff the armor on him, too, rather than letting rando members get it, but if Vex hadn't died and he hadn't made the deal, wearing the armor wouldn't 'mean' anything more than Grog wearing the Titanstone Knuckles (which I know have to do with the Storm Lord) or Vex wielding Fenthris. IIRC Scanlan's Mythcarver was connected to the Knowing Mistress which is also why her sphinx servant was guarding it.

[@kcim123]

For people who want to start watching the campaign I would start with the Briarwood arc OR straight with the Chroma conclave so Either episode 1x24 or 28 to get straight into whitestone or 1x39 to see the dragons attack and the the cast reacting. Lot of people say to go straight to CR 2 but man thats a shame, CR1 is great. Calamity is a great taste tho.

[@sickonesnow]

Rashawn is the little girl with the green eyes when they run through the tree after the original dragon attack

[@BrandonDuckett]

0:18 "There's the fun noise!" That was quick. XD Also, I'm wearing the same shirt today Eric! Nice!

[@Sowde38]

Mythcarver stats TYPE: Weapon (Longsword) RARITY: Legendary ATTUNEMENT: Yes, by a bard PROPERTIES Bonus to attack and damage rolls (+1 to +3) Attacks deal additional +1d6 force damage Gain advantage on attacks with this weapon when Bardic Inspiration is used When Cutting Words is used, target has disadvantage on its next saving throw Use action to make four attacks, then gain you gain 1 level of exhaustion (1/Day)

[@rhaenatargaryen8061]

in terms of watching the original campaign, i started with campaign 2 and dont regret it. starting w c1 is rough but pays off the further you get in.

[@KaraOni13]

so for beginners who want to start critical role there is 1 best way to start Critical Role: •Campaign 2 (cleanest intro, separate from vox machina but later in the worlds timeline) •Campaign 1 episode 28 (best to start here at the beginning of the briarwood arc, they start sorting out the audio here too, finish the One Shots after this) •the first exandria unlimited (only should be watched after 1&2, and before 3, also contains spoilers) •Campaign 3 (do not start until you finish 1&2, heavy with spoilers) -Exandria Unlimited : Calamity can be watched whenever -c1 ep28 & c2 can be swapped for first time watchers but imo c2 is the best starter

[@AmericanAurochs]

I love this last fight, but I feel compelled to say, Grog was the one who killed Umbrasyl in the game. Even so it was a great season and I am so excited for season 3!

[@dragoninthewest1]

7:28 no, she's a giant hawk. Eagles don't screech. All the eagles screeching you hear in movies is actually the cry of a red-tailed hawk. They are the Milli Vanilli of the bird world.

[@thomasdahlberg5920]

Im thinking that the magic key might be to a house fully stocked with chicken.

[@hhylobates4098]

Vox Season 3 coming October 3rd! 🔥🐲

[@SebastianWeinberg]

"I'm not a dragon, and if you kill me, you'll never find my hoard!"

[@mgormley7530]

"there's no such thing as luck" buddy, you have the Lucky feat. and you use it all the time

[@ddienst]

When they first reached Whitestone, there was a little girl with green eyes That was mean. She was the Dragon. I believe the implication was the driving killed and replaced. The general is yet unclear whether Rayshawn killed or just replaced her for that meeting.

[@Aelwynn]

EXU Calamity is amazing. I would highly recommend it.

[@miirav.8482]

about dnd “atheism”: i think it was taliesin that said smth like this, but it’s not necessarily “i dont believe you exist” its moreso “i dont believe that you are acting out of altruism”. like. does the matron give vax powers because him believing in her cause helps her with her mission against undeath, or does she help him because him believing in her power as an entity in turn gives her more power. do the gods care about us, and if we cant prove that they do, why should we worship them? that sort of thing

[@ddienst]

When they first reached Whitestone, there was a little girl with green eyes that was mean. She was the Dragon. I believe the implication was the dragon killed and replaced The general. It is yet unclear whether Rayshawn killed or just replaced her for that meeting. It would make more sense that she is ok since the dragon wants thier help.

[@jjohansen86]

Maybe my favorite part about the opening is that Scanlan's best dream is just reading to his imaginary grandkids.

[@brianewing5778]

I think the magic key will be used by Scanlan for something magnificent!!! IYKYK...

[@CatherinesClaws]

it's even funnier for VAX of all people to say there's no such thing as luck when he took the lucky feat in the campaign and used it frequently. 😭😭😭

[@flotilha935]

Raisham was probably the green eyed kid in episode 1

[@TheOnlyHawkeye666]

I didn't see Scanlan getting the final hit......BUT WHAT A FINAL MOVE!!!!!! Hopefully we get something similar in the future cause that was dope as fuck.....And Grog's leg, OMG I know it's animated but my god it makes me sick every time

[@mattglover8362]

"Believe" as in "Trust"

[@ElleKayGee]

I’d say listen to the podcast version of campaign one up until the Briarwood arc if you want to catch up.

[@e-classanime390]

When the players say they don't believe in one of the core deities in that world. It's more saying they don't worship that deity. The existence of the deities is not questioned. Their existence is a known fact.

[@hhylobates4098]

16:28 Yes its not that hes denying the gods exist, just that he dosent subscribe to the destiny rules all mindset. Ironically he's more in the right than it appears, Scanlan was not fated to kill Umbrasyl and that is just something changed for the adaptation to suit the altered narrative. 20:42 In the show Vex has shot fire arrows since episode 1, as well as enchated explosive arrows, adding fire to the new bow was a bit excessive imo, since its the opposite of the whole trees and growth vibe it has. Fenthras had a little zappy power but theyve beefed it up into the full Lightning Arrow spell which animated Vex has been missing. 26:58 The issue with Scanlan here isnt so much him, but that no one around likes him. Shouldn't Scanlans goal also the same as Sams, to make his friends laugh? But this version of Vox dont have the same sense of humor as he does, they dont join in on the jokes, they dont even like his singing! Makes you wonder why hes even part of the group. 30:40 The audio was fixed early in the Briarwood arc, now that youve finished season 2 you can pick out any point in the first half of the Chroma Conclave arc to try out. The episode titles mostly match up to major events you've seen making it easy to navigate, from 39 "Omens" to 63 "The Echo Tree", past that is season 3 territory. 33:13 If you like Will his original episodes were 21 and 22 "Trial of the Take" parts 3 and 4, its a self contained mini arc meeting the Slayers Take so you can watch just them alone. But being earlier episodes theres those pesky audio issues. Their appearance in the season 2 is taken from episodes 43 "Return to Vasselheim" and 44 "The Sunken Tomb". They are much loved guests and are sure to feature again in the animated series. 36:08 Pretty sure it was confirmed that Brimscythe killed and replaced that actual Krieg. As for Raishan she followed the group from Emon as the strange green eyed girl, she was very interested in Vox when she recognised them as the ones who killed Brimscythe. And shapeshifters can control what they turn into: Keyleth is a red head so her eagle form is orange-brown by default but her tiger form is white just because white tigers are cool; Scanlans polymorph shapes are purple just for flair, he could look like a regular animal if trying to blend in.

[@BrowneePointz]

On the Gods discussion, there's not really Atheists in D&D(depending on the world obvs) GENERALLY speaking folks know the gods exist, but whether they believe in their sway or give them deference? That's another matter entirely.

[@robbieking4070]

So sorry, Umbrasyl! This gnome just scored a kill! You got Scanlan’d~! You got Scanlan’d~! 🤘🖕

[@Luzarioth]

It is not a spoiler, In EP1 we see Keeper Yennen before the Tree opens. Unless Raichan can be at 2 places at once... that proofs that, at this point, she isnt hiding as Yennen.

[@VegetaLF7]

This. Plus we also see Raishan as the little girl after they come through the tree, she's the strange kid Grog talks to, so we know where she is in that moment.

[@Luzarioth]

@@VegetaLF7 yeah but thats... I mean... not sure if that is some sort of spoiler since the show didnt mention it

[@Jon_FM]

Calamity is a great series but it is a lot more than 12 hours - more like 20 (I think the last episode was closer to 7 alone). But is an amazing series that is more story telling than dice rolling (though they do that as well.)

[@Heavensrun]

I am pretty sure what Scanlan meant is that he doesn't believe in *FATE*

[@kaik.9497]

WHERE IS THE FRIEREN REACTION?! :D

[@Kurodarkness]

Second watching Critical Role Calamity, it’s top tier of watching D&D!

[@DarksideGmss0513]

I find it ironic that VAXILDAN would say there's no such thing as luck. Didn't he have the luck feat?

[@VegetaLF7]

Yup, it's hilarious given how much he blatantly used it there but is against Luck in this show.

[@MUFFUGHCCINJONES]

Have they decided what’s gonna replace this show?

[@Superglue1989]

@Blindwave Trying to watch, but youtube is forcing me to disable my adblocker. Boycotting I guess. Where else can I watch?

[@NigelSmith72]

Currently playing an “atheist” monk in the Critcal Role campaign setting at the moment. It’s not so much that he doesn’t believe gods exist - he’s had conversations with a few of them, and personally threatened Lloth last week - it’s that he doesn’t believe that they’re special. To him, gods are just the biggest, nastiest monsters in a world full of monsters….

[@lchigoKurosaki]

I prefer season 1 only in that I love Percy, everything else was superior in this season except Scanlan, i just do not care for him. Cant wait till season 3.

[@VegetaLF7]

I don't know if you are familiar with the source material but season 3 might change your mind with the Scan Man himself. We'll see next year.

[@lchigoKurosaki]

@@VegetaLF7 nope I'm unfamiliar

[@secretskull21]

I have a theory for why Raishan hates Thordak. Apologies if they talked about it already, I skimmed through their discussion and didn’t find if they did… Being the only Female dragon in the group, and now there being an army’s worth of dragon eggs, it’s safe to assume that he was forcibly breeding her.

[@Waynemon44]

So Is Rick just not apart of this anymore or what

[@captain_eaglefort]

Eric, you have clearly forgotten that there are Flat Earther’s on this planet. People that, contrary to ALL evidence, believe we live on a flat plane. Is it really so hard to believe that people wouldn’t believe in gods in a D&D world?