The Legend of Vox Machina 3x8 BLIND Reaction | Siege & Silence

[@smashbrandiscootch719]

ALSOOOO! Grog being the one to suggest they seek allies continuing the motif that his strength comes from his friends was PERFECT.

[@TheMcMatey]

May be dumb, but he usually learns 1 out of every 10 lessons… glad that one stuck lol

[@cedric13]

Little surprised he didn't try to recruit ' the horde'

[@Braincleaner]

*Everyone who knows the DND story lines*- "But... Percy? Funeral? I...i... what is this?! WHAT IS THIS!?"

[@IceMetalPunk]

What the Critical Role people said: "We diverge a bit from the campaign this season." What the Critical Role people meant: "We feed on your tears, and this season, we shall have a magnificent feast!"

[@TriXJester]

I know what they're up to

[@unicyclist97]

I think they did it to merge Orthax with Hotis.

[@TriXJester]

@@unicyclist97 thats def one of my theories, I'm working off 3 Most Probable, and like 5 Unlikely but Could Happen, and some that fall into Definitely Not Happening

[@nuru666]

@@IceMetalPunk What hurts most about that comment is the "We feed on your tears..." part, because that's EXACTLY the kind of thing Taliesin would say!

[@exalteddawn]

5:55 “I hate being full of hope! It always breaks my heart.” The show immediately after: “Percy stood tall, reminding us hope is a flame worth fostering.” Karmic timing honestly ❤️

[@pallenda]

Have this virtual hug. 🤗 You are one of the best doing reactions, because you are 100% real.

[@patrickwaldeck6681]

Vex's talk with her brother and her speech to her father is some of best voice acting I've ever heard from Laura Bailey. I'd also like to call attention to the fact that both in the show and the actual Campaign, Captain Jarret, who is a regular human guy with no special abilities or magic, fought with Vox Machina on the field of battle against Dragon godzilla with nothing but a sword and pure spite.

[@ryanschramm8147]

Also just want to throw out there that in the campaign Jarret isn't a captain, he's just a random mercenary that VM hired to guard their keep in Emon, and he just so happens to be really good at his job so they just kept going to him until he became a recurring character. Glad to see he got a promotion in the show

[@KyleLynchComp]

Gonna need some Emmy nominations, if not wins, for this season. Also, Captain Jarret truly is a real one.

[@beccazach]

I'm so glad we keep seeing Jarret, I think he's underrated in the show but he's constantly reliable

[@smashbrandiscootch719]

Agreed. Everyone brought their A-Game and Laura Bailey's A-Game is a cut above the rest.

[@patrickwaldeck6681]

@beccazach He has some of the biggest cast iron nuts in the entire show and I have always loved him for that.

[@VegetaLF7]

Laura Freaking Bailey. She's considered one of the biggest names in voice acting for a reason, she can tear your heart out with ease

[@chrislunsford8316]

I love your reference from the ending of the cupcake episode!

[@VegetaLF7]

@@chrislunsford8316 Glad someone caught that

[@lukasscholtes252]

Yes she is ❤ can t wait for the mighty nein

[@nuru666]

@@lukasscholtes252 I don't know, and frankly I don't care if I am or not, but I do not think I am ready for animated Jester :D

[@eidolon-0696]

Funny as hell that the last one to figure out Larkin was Raishan in the campaign gives her the code name on the show 🤣

[@aaronbourque5494]

We finally found Larkin.

[@warriorwitchwillow]

@@aaronbourque5494HE finally found Larkin. 😂

[@brianewing5778]

You didn't show it on the reaction but the dead guy in the cell was drawn to look like Taliesin Jaffe as Percy was his second character in the campaign.

[@Graelcase]

Indeed, his first character was a dragonborn.. paladin I think? He had been playing with Matt and knew the game well. He used his frost breath to freeze the gears of a trap and the less experienced players mentioned how that was one of their first examples of "Oh, you can really do anything in this game huh".

[@bandi138138]

Hilarious that they chose Taliesin's likeness for the "Raving Mystic"

[@TPBurrow]

Doors and Corners Kid, that's where they get ya...also in the feels.

[@michaelmartin5623]

I truly appreciate The Expanse reference! Detective Miller would also.

[@smashbrandiscootch719]

@@TPBurrow It's always crazy seeing a name I've been seeing for years in one context suddenly appear in a totally different context 😂 Appreciate your work and content.

[@quantumliquidacaojudicial5326]

@tpburrow here? Criticalrole heavy hitters doing they part.

[@darrenrichardson6146]

@@TPBurrow such a great show, I really wished Amazon had adapted the final three books of The Expanse.

[@UnleashedRage]

Love that these drop so quickly!

[@funnylilgalreacts]

Nathanael is a wizard!

[@samantha4304-d4q]

Yeah!

[@gollumandeowyn]

LOVE seeing the Storm Lord's silhouette in the sky when Groon looks up. 🤘🤘

[@taly_slayer]

The Larkin thing is absolutely not important, but as with every odd but specific thing in this show, it's a reference to a funny moment in the campaign. Raishan introduced herself as Larkin to VM and allies and it was so subtle, some of the cast took a while to figure out they were Raishan. Except for Liam, who never got it, and after a while, Liam/Vax asked "where is Raishan", not realising she was with them. Here's the scene (no spoilers for you): kzbin.info/www/bejne/iX63k6WdiNaBhKs

[@cloudstone123]

What I enjoyed was that Matt also got to use it as an excuse to break out into his Dwarvish Scottish Brogue accent that he enjoys doing.

[@TitoMcFadden]

"Who's Larkin?"

[@voodoohustle260]

A little easter egg. The guy in the cell with Percy at the beginning was Talesin.

[@DawdlingTwiddle]

Fun fact: Titmouse didn’t even animate him in - it’s the ACTUAL Taliesin. He transcends dimensions, time and media. One day, Mr.Jaffe will decide it is time to die. He’ll travel to that fictional prison cell, at this time, to await the end.

[@IdriveKITTnyc]

@@DawdlingTwiddle other fun fact. It's Tal's eye in the all seeing eye.

[@DawdlingTwiddle]

Other other fun fact, Taliesin prophesied the death of Maelgwn Gwynedd from the Yellow Plague before becaming a mythic hero, companion of Bran the Blessed and King Arthur. You can check wikipedia. It certainly was not I who just edited it…

[@DawdlingTwiddle]

Well that didn’t last long. Thanks Bridget

[@mikebreaddelancey4755]

Remember Matt Mercer is an amazing storyteller who plans his stories long term and uses classic storytelling elements. You have an introduction, the conflict and heros" journey with growth and loss so the wins feel earned, and then redemption and success. Early episodes trilogy/early story arc (Briarwood) was the intro. Middle episodes/middle story arc (Chroma Conclave, Kaylie, Ripley) are where we are now. You will adore the next 3 episodes. Minor spoiler - the critter community discovered 50 episodes into campaign 3 that Vox Machina is his Star Wars prequel trilogy and the Chroma Conclave is his Clone War. He planned a 10 year, 3 campaign universe arc. If the ratings stay good, you will experience the greatest show in the history of television.

[@taly_slayer]

When I watched and rewatched this episode I cried every time. And I also thought of you because I knew it would destroy you. Also, Laura fucking Bailey. Those scenes of Vex with Vax and with her dad are incredible.

[@forcefuihands]

I saw you in your little Percy shirt for the last episode and I was like “Oh she’s going to need a hug.”

[@nightingale8178]

To quickly and shortly without spoilers explain "Larkin" meme. During live Campaign, Raishan has appeared a couple more times between major actions portrayed here. She appeared under couple different illusions to stay incognito. Vox Machina agreed to meet her before battle with ice dragon Vorugal. Raishan appeared and indroduced herself with a random name Larkin. Sam (Scanlan) was a bit trolling but he actually didnt realise who exactly that was even though rest of the party knew immedietaly. After throwing a hint or two and Keyleth kicked him he admited he just got it. Funny. After 10 min or so VM are discussing strategies and Liam (Vax) says "...also we dont have any idea where Raishan is". They all look at him with disbelief. Laura looks at Liam and says "Larkin is Raishan" and it all erupts in a giant _there is no way you JUST got that_. One of the most memorable memes of the campaign

[@AdamEspersona]

“The highest of joys and the lowest of heartbreaks”. It’s not CR if it didn’t fulfill at both.

[@michaelbryant3640]

If it helps, Ripley was also to blame for Percy being in that jail cell.

[@Heavensrun]

Now that they've dropped the name, I think it's safe to explain the Larkin thing. In the campaign when they go after Vorugal, Raishan pretends to be "Larkin" so that no one knows she's helpin VM fight the conclave. Everybody in the group knew he was Raishan, but Liam made a bit out of pretending to be oblivious, so after the battle, when Raishan has dropped the disguise, Vax expresses concern about "Wait, where's Larkin? We've gotta find Larkin!" And of course it turned into a meme in the community.

[@ilmari1452]

I thought Liam had genuinely missed the Larkin=Raishan thing when he asked that. If not, he sold his bafflement really well...

[@AAAndrew]

None of us were emotionally ready to watch this episode. The eulogy killed me. And then Vex's crying tore me apart even more. Laura Fuckin' Baley should get an award for her voice acting for this episode. When you've hit rock bottom, truth is your last bargaining chip. What amazing writing. "I'm done crying!" Uh, sure. Keep believing that. This is Critical Role, after all. Darlin', we're all messed up by this. We're right along side you.

[@christaylor9929]

Did you notice how Vex's father addressed her in front of everyone? "It's a sound plan, Lady Vex'ahlia." He used the title Percy gave her.

[@ShyyGaladriel]

Taliesin’s characters burrow into your heart and set up permanent residence there.

[@Moricant]

It’s not personal. It’s Percy-null.😢

[@jmsmys13ify]

Dude! Too soon...

[@balijosu]

Get out 👉

[@MusicUnderMyBreath]

I laughed, but at what cost?

[@jasonhiatt3667]

Too fucking soon…

[@piercewise1]

How dare you. Well done

[@jasonmarbach]

I was holding it together, barely. Then Trinket started hollering. 😭

[@JSkinnerish]

No comment on episode 9 until you've seen it but I thought Laura Bailey (Vex) was all kinds of epic in this episode. From mourning Percy, to confronting her father, to leading the troops into battle. And the Lord of the Rings feels as a great army gathers to fight evil ( including the Elves turning up just in time for the party).

[@TheGamerGeorge]

I've read that the holiday shaped reeses are made using a different recepie then the "normal" ones and I'm convinced they taste better. Great reaction as always. We're all crying right along with you.

[@AdamEspersona]

_"What was unsaid will remain so. How can I live with that? How can anyone?"_ That was what Vax needed to hear to finally stop running. And boy, am I glad that of all the moments to have them reconnect, it was this. An exchange also taken from the campaign: "I don't want to be alone tonight, do you?" "I haven't wanted to be alone most nights." I think Percy would have wanted that for them. He did say that Vax deserved some happiness himself. He just didn’t realize that it would come at the cost of his own life. Finding love in the wake of tragedy. And what a choice to have Percy’s speech about truth being the best bargaining chip one could have being the key to finally get Vex to crack through Syldor’s armor and make him come to reason. Just hearing him call her “Lady Vex’ahlia” means there’s hope for him. He even chose to lead his army from the front. And funnily enough, the “raving mystic” in the cell was meant to be Taliesin Jaffe, the voice of Percy lol

[@AVJHalonen]

Vex: What's your name anyways? Percy: *smile creeps in* Percival Fredrickstein Von Mussel Klossowski de Rolo III

[@Sanyaenyenwa]

I just know hearing you say "Why would everyone at Critical Role do this to me?" would put the most devious, shit-eating grin on Matt Mercer's face. :]

[@filthycasual8187]

For like half a second before he gives her a Marisha-approved hug of comfort.

[@knightbot4052]

Definitely followed 0.01 seconds later by his puppy dog eye'd, sympathetic "aww huh huh I'm sorry"

[@purplelikefire]

Tissue counter needed for this one for sure. I started watching CR when I was in my mid 20s, and it taught me how to grieve. I know you had a hard time connecting to Vex at the beginning, but I had a feeling you would like her by now. Laura is an amazing actor. thank you for sharing your feelings with us

[@7KnotHeads]

D&D is therapy for a lot of us.

[@jscire__872]

What's your name, anyways? Percival Fredrickstein von Musel Klossowski de Rolo the Third

[@Mazygolucky]

I’ve rewatched this multiple times and every time he gives that smile and it cuts to the intro I have to recite his full name

[@nuru666]

"But my friends call me Percy."

[@DHS60521]

Huzzah!

[@elfbreath]

Fun fact: In the campaign when Percy met the group? Vex DID take all his money in return for freeing him. In fact I remember at one point Percy had to borrow money he had given to Vex, and someone gave him a hard time about it, so he said and I quote: "Since the day I've met her, I've given her every bloody dime I've made. So, yes. I no longer even think about it anymore. She's practically the royal treasurer. She's just happier that way."

[@nuru666]

I always loved their dynamic in the campaign, and when I heard that line I nearly pissed myself laughing.

[@davizloco]

Yeah. This one really hurt. It's real. He's gone.

[@blackpaw29]

Anyone else get Helms Deep vibes (LOTR) when the Syngorn army turned up?

[@queenannsrevenge100]

I just realized something awesome - through these reaction videos, Angela’s got me watching Saturday Morning Cartoons again 😄 🤜🤛

[@funnylilgalreacts]

These are more "Saturday evening"

[@TenebrousFilms]

Percy had tracked down Ripley, but was captured before he could strike. I believe VM were in town for particularly rare spell components, to prevent Grog from being possessed by a lich... it's why his chest is scarred. Now we know why Allura didn't mention Byroden when she told her side of the story (or brought up the gathering of allies that they're only now getting to). Interesting timing, the twins' father taking them away before the dragon struck, leaving their mother to burn. Couldn't let his own blood perish, however polluted. There was never any love there, and Syldor never softened like this. VM went to Syngorn's leader, Tyrelda, while the city was in the Feywild. The city returned to the material plane when the time came to march on Emon. Liam forgot Raishan was Larkin, when she showed up to help take down Vorugal, hence the meme. Thordak was never this clever. But these changes are for the sake of the drama, and I usually can't blame them for it.

[@BeAuTyLoVe17]

damn, I knew that funeral scene was gonna be so rough for you D:

[@GamiCross]

LARKIN. "Everyone has been leaving that name in the comments" Look up: "Who's Larkin?" I could explain it, but seeing it play out in Critical Role is just magical. 😁

[@Blazingstoke]

Oh that's easy: he lent Paul Revere his horse for that famous midnight ride.

[@vellynis]

Larkin watch is finally over

[@Dunybrook]

They are pulling no punches in this series. Take care all.

[@constantinfreudenthaler]

19:53 I do think it's Percynal

[@Eperogenay]

My dad died today, I'm still processing, seeing you cry at Percy's funeral...helped? Maybe. I feel weird, I'll figure my mood out at some point...

[@Wyr_111]

@@Eperogenay I'm sorry to hear that man, you have my condolences.

[@shariweber2291]

I'm so so sorry for your loss😢 hang in there

[@nyghtmoon]

😢 So sorry for your loss..

[@jcbass2u]

Sorry for your loss. May peace find you and comfort you and yours in this time of grief.

[@unicyclist97]

Grief is weird, this seems like a good way to help process the feelings. Make sure you reach out to your family and friends so they can be with you while you grieve. Just being with people helps.

[@wcookiv]

Well here I go dropping everything in the middle of a Saturday afternoon because FLG is watching LoVM.

[@thatlonewolfguy2878]

Can we all agree Laura Bailey absolutely killed it this season? Ashley Johnson and Liam O'Brien too, those 3 have had the best character arcs and voice acting lines this season

[@johnwoodworth9127]

Consider that we had to wait a week sometimes two for the next stream and Matt was a master of the cliff hanger. There was a couple times I half way expected the cast to rise up and revolt because it was happening to them as well.

[@justinhoward3579]

I still have hope. I also refer to the time between Halloween and Easter as candy season because shaped peanut butter filled chocolate is peak

[@BreneRHD]

might want to grab another bottle for the next episode

[@jonathandefoy6376]

please accept a virtual hug, from a fellow fan

[@jordanwright1061]

Up to my eyes in tears for the whole first half of this episode. I love how invested in these characters you are, the anguish is real and hurts haha. I think it may have already been said, but the Larkin bit was amazing. It was essentially Raishan's codename in the campaign but when "Larkin" showed up in disguise, some of the cast didn't actually realise who it was. I think it took Liam like 20 minutes. (alsoplswatchcalamity)

[@benjaminphillips9499]

What happened to Friday's episode of Farscape?

[@druzil2112plyr]

It's personal. To each and every one of us.

[@insomnaholic]

You're so fast with these reactions! I like watching them after I watch the episodes of the show, but you have them out before I've even had a chance to watch them! Not a complaint, just damn, you're fast!

[@sammiebray1661]

I’ve watched this episode three times, you’re maybe the fifth reactor I’ve seen watching this and I STILL FREAKING TEAR UP AT THAT FUNERAL. Gina Torres delivered that eulogy beautifully. Also, I love that CR gave Vex and Vax’s dad some sort of redemption. He was a grade a ahole the entirety of campaign 1. But they gave him good character development, and I like that.

[@marklindberg8640]

"Who's going to reimburse me? Matt Mercer!?" Your sense of humour comes through even when you're feeling the feels. It makes your commentary so good!

[@JenABlue-ed1bw]

Never apologize for having feelings! I mean, in general, but especially here: you are a reactor, having feelings about shows is literally your job! Also, no, it's not personal, but it's definitely Percy-null. You are completely right about holiday Reese's. I think the different shape means slighty different amounts of chocolate vs peanut butter, and the results are just better than the regular round ones.

[@Lngbrdninjamasta]

I learned from a gluten-free friend that the round ones r fine but the shaped obes have gluten in them. Which is strange.

[@JenABlue-ed1bw]

@@Lngbrdninjamasta Huh! Weird.

[@Phi1618033]

As a cold-hearted bastard, it's even hard for me to watch her cry at Percy's funeral.

[@VulcansForge]

Something not many people mention is the Twins' father acknowledging Vex's title when they're planning, calling her Lady Vex'ahlia

[@rickymoranjr9609]

R.I.P. Percy, Vex will miss you to no end

[@LeeCarlson]

Raishan is all about Raishan, in the same way that Ripley is all about Ripley.

[@_anne7956]

Yeah, but Ripley killed Percy😭

[@testfire3000]

So good!!! Here is some love for you... and for the algorithm.

[@ShockArcl1te]

Can't wait for the next one! I'm hyped!!

[@commander515]

If there is one thing that most (if not all) Critters can agree upon, it is that Laura Bailey is AMAZING. She is a gem. The thought and effort and raw emotion that she pours into her characters, her openness and willingness to show vulnerability is unparalleled. All of her fellow players and her DM would definitely say the same (and have many times). I knew that Vex's grief in this episode would break me, same as it did in the campaign...but in the end Vax is right, his sister IS the strongest person he knows. She is able to rise above and not let that grief break her, instead using it as fuel to try and save Tal'dorei from Thordak.

[@anjafrohlich1170]

Already a new video?? WOOOH!! Goddamn, just what I need today after that mean cliffhanger from last time xvx

[@anjafrohlich1170]

'after watching the video' GODDAMMIT WHY _WHY_

[@jasonhiatt3667]

This show is so good. I love the format of this channel and reaction/commentary is incredible! Thank you and keep doing you! Hope you keep growing💪Also, if you see this, “From” on mgm is an amazing horror/thriller show and it would be so cool to see your reaction to it. Much respect as always to your raw reactions to emotional moments like Percy’s death or in arcane. Love this channel!

[@DrakeAurum]

Vex confronting her father and putting her whole heart right out there was such an amazing scene.

[@darrenl3289]

I tear up more watching you react than watching the show... take that as a compliment. *hug*

[@Mazecraft]

Not me over here ugly crying all over again watching your reaction. But honestly, this is what I love about this channel. We were all 😮 by the loss of Percy, even those of us that thought we knew how things would go. All of these characters are the GOAT and the cast of critical role are absolutely phenomenal!

[@billberndtson]

God, I love this show! "All of the feels" I said way back when. They deliver. 😪 I'm sorry to see your heart breaking here, Angela. I'm ashamed that your potential for heartbreak along with joy is one of the reasons I watch you. Such a great big heart. 💜

[@kenle2]

"I am DONE CRYING!" It's cute that you think that.

[@TriXJester]

8:01 "I thought for sure they could fix it" Made my mind shoot to Grog: Fix him. FIX HIM! I know its different characters, same emotion.

[@bryanalexander7571]

This is a deviation from the original game so I'm not sure what their doing. Also, I haven't heard this elsewhere but they made a point of saying that Orthax got all the souls killed by the weapons, which would now include Percy's. That may be how they get him back. I'm sure that's being bounced around because the critter community is ridiculously perceptive and analytical.

[@charlie53echo]

I hate to see you suffer, but we're all here for you. ❤ Next one's a banger. Maybe some catharsis?

[@corporealghoul]

You know we're all here feeling exactly what you are. This episode is even harder than the last one.

[@jonnyso1]

That's the way to go I think, dunno how they are going to tie things up in the end but one of the thoughs I had about this was that it is so easy to bring people back in D&D that it is better to put some real risk in the show, even if they do bring him back later, it will be a better story for it.

[@cristalmewtwo4160]

My friend I'm gonna need your reaction to the next episode soon before I put my fingers through my table

[@piperbird7193]

In the campaign, somehow Liam honestly didn't put two and two together, and didn't realize Larkin and Raishan were the same person. He had to be told later, out of game. He wears that Larkin Watch shirt to poke fun at himself. I love that they gave the line to Vax.

[@Gulonine]

21:00 Yes! Laura is an incredible roleplayer and voice actress. She is able to tap into SO much emotion in her characters. When I was watching Campaign 1, I wasn't too swayed by the romance plots until Vex and Percy began happening... It just felt so REAL and organic and genuine. Laura portrayed Vex with incredible emotional depth and vulnerability. Her insane talent continues to shine in Campaign 2 and 3 with the depth and authenticity she brings to her characters. I'm watching Campaign 3 right now and her character, Imogen, along with Imogen's relationship, is incredibly compelling to me. This cast never fails to blow me away!

[@rp8pi]

I turned away from my screen at the end right when you said is it personal i think its personal... i thought you said perceval you ass you got me excited

[@Mcdfr123]

I watched the elf army march in about 3 times. It's just such a bad ass scene.

[@Scott.Celestin]

"Where are his glasses!?! He can't see without his glasses!!"

[@andresfelipemanjarres7061]

"yo im done crying would you guys stop?" well if the seasons go to what we belive is going, the aswer is nope, if anything i just recomend bring a lot more tissues for the final batch of episodes

[@Lngbrdninjamasta]

2 so far in one day. ... i couldn't wait either. ❤

[@lordfoul6259]

If they bring back Percy trust me there will be major consequences like it may not even be Percy anymore

[@Aidscapade71]

Let's start a Critical Tissue Fund. CriT for short.

[@elbruces]

Don't worry, next episode is a laugh riot roller coaster of fun!

[@nathandeppisch6674]

I cannot wait for the episode where Vox Machina finds Ripley so vex can rip her limb from limb

[@MalamuteX]

Your highest highs will get higher with this show. Your lowest lows will get lower. Critical Role is awesome. :-)

[@LeeCarlson]

"Lady Vex'halia."

[@Arborhawk]

If you remember the end of season 1, Vex's dragon sense goes off when Thordak is fairly far away.

[@jxcefxce]

Laura Bailey with a Nat20 to everyones mental health 😅😢😢😢

[@KBTibbs]

"Yo, I am done crying! Will you stop?" I mean... You can ask, but I doubt it.

[@nosliwec]

"I love a montage." Reminds me of Team America: World Police "You Need a Montage."

[@ghurcbghurcb]

Can't wait for you to meet Taliesin's next character! 😄 What? Too soon?

[@wasitum]

I think that very little summed up Critical Role more than "Yo I am done crying, would you guys stop ??"

[@galacticriminalx]

UNIVERSE protect this woman with the might of THE STORM LORD!! 😭

[@chrisd7047]

6:08 "He can't see without his glasses!' IYKYK 19:23 I don't think that was Raishan selling them out with the entrance. As far as she knew, that entrance was open when she told them about it. Thordak only sealed it shut before he left the lair, which until that point he hadn't done. Like any good manipulator, Raishan uses the truth when it's available.

[@michaelmartin5623]

If you love Laura Bailey as Vex'allia, you're going to burst when you experience her as Jester Lavorre in the Mighty Nien. Laura really shines as a voice actor and improviser playing Jester throughout campaign 2. But prepare yourself, C2 has its share of heartaches as well. Stock up on the tissue paper!

[@rudewalrus5636]

Just a side note on Scanlan: in the campaign/game, Scanlan has a really high Charisma, which in game mechanics means he roles really high Deception checks. Every time someone else in the group got suspicious and tried to Insight check him (another game mechanic), he out-roled them with Deception. So in game terms no one was ever able to really understand how much insecurity Scanlan really had - and no one really stepped up to give him the help that he needed (even though the group had, IMHO, more than sufficient empathy to help, had they known)

[@HeliRy]

Love how certain aspects of this series feels like an R-rated version of Avatar