The wedding is off! Groom failed to show. 天官赐福 Episode 3 Blind Reaction and Analysis

[@ashyroy9454]

If my ex turned out to be a stalker who would try to guilt trip me into marrying them by self mutilation, honestly speaking i would not go see them even after more than 800 years

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

lmaooo fair!!

[@facundoacevedo6420]

@@SpacedOutPuffin the most funny is that it happen more than 800 years from Xuan Ji and General Pei last encounter

[@kaylenvee8150]

The thing about the situation around Pei Ming and Xuan Ji is that Pei Ming is not wholly to blame for everything that happened. A lot of people like to put all the blame on him for being a playboy, but that ignores all the genuinely terrible things Xuan Ji did, and Pei Ming did make good points. First of all, they're war generals of opposing nations. To pursue a romantic relationship at all was risky because the relationship between their countries could change at any moment, and as generals, they have thousands of soldiers under their command as well as innocent civilians to protect. People are relying on their leadership and their loyalty MUST be to their country first and foremost. This is why Pei Ming wanted no strings attached. His loyalty was to his country, and the reason why he grew an interest in Xuan Ji at all was for her dedication to hers - She would have rather died than submit. Of course, Xuan Ji isn't wrong for developing deeper feelings for Pei Ming, especially since we don't know the full details of their relationship. Did they ever create boundaries from the start, did Pei Ming say anything that implied this would be something long-term etc, it's too vague and we don't know everything. However, what we do know is that Xuan Ji betrayed her own country by trying to give Pei Ming their intelligence. And she did this on her own. Pei Ming never asked for the information and even burned it. He didn't want it. Xuan Ji was willing to sacrifice the soldiers depending on her, her country and all the innocent civilians she was protecting. And that's inexcusable. If Pei Ming did have any deeper feelings for her, that act would've killed it instantly. Then there's also what she does afterwards. Mutilating yourself in order to bound this other person to you and make them take responsibility is extremely toxic and unhealthy behaviour. I'm not surprised that Pei Ming wouldn't want anything to do with her after that, and in no way should he feel obligated to marry her for that. However, Xie Lian makes a good point. Even if it was Pei Ming's right to not want to see Xuan Ji again, if he'd come to see her and talk to her even once, maybe this situation could've been different, because Xuan Ji becoming a resentful spirit and murdering so many innocent people, and ruining the futures of all those brides, was one of the worst outcomes. The purpose of this arc is really to just hammer home what to expect from the rest of the series, which is that things are a lot more complicated than they seem, and nothing is black or white. Heaven isn't this pillar of absolute righteousness, and ghosts aren't just evil for evil's sake.

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

This was a great read, kudos! 👏

[@zayne8331]

Not spoilers, the ‘demons’ aren’t actually demons. They are ghosts. The translations can be kinda weird sometimes, but yeah, just something to keep in mind.

[@my_sweet_dark588]

It's so fun listening to your theories while knowing the whole story

[@Ninchennase]

Especially because she's so perceptive and gets things right... And then she doesn't😅

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

@@Ninchennase omg 😭😭😭

[@my_sweet_dark588]

@@Ninchennase exactly

[@ashyroy9454]

Not a spoiler. About your question on demons. So basically while translation says demons, the actual translation is ghosts. There are no demons in this show, just dead people who never moved on. Every time they say demon they mean ghost. So they aren't exactly immortal they are just dead

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

Well, this certainly changes a few things...! thank you for the clarification

[@SaprousJewel]

3:21 we absolutely just say TGCF (Although I call it HOB to my boyfriend and brother since they don't know the name in chinese 😂) 18:32 Poor Ying but she did not help. Xie Lian was just saying that to make her feel better and she knew that. It was a meaningless death. 27:45 In the book we just call it Human-Face Disease. I think all of us was frustrated our first-time watching and not seeing the Butterfly Man 🤣 More names for you! Pei Ming 裴茗 “Surname Pei” “Tender Tea Leaves” Ming Guang 明光 “Bright Illumination” Xuan Ji 宣姬 “Declare,” “Proclaim”/”Concubine [archaic]” Pei Xiu 裴宿 “Surname Pei” “Constellation”

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

When I finally catch you, Butterfly man..... 😩😩

[@Ninchennase]

Don't worry, butterfly man will be back! And you'll love him.

[@zayne8331]

Also, just to keep in mind, this series is LONG. The book series is 8 volumes long, 300+ pages each book. The first season covers volume 1, but season 2 only covers a portion of volume 2, not all of it. They might not even animate the whole series and if they do it will take a while, plus the animated version would be extremely censored because China can’t include depictions of LGBTQ+ rep in their media. So if you want the full story with all the spicy details don’t expect it from the show. If we even got so much as a censored kiss in the later seasons that would be a blessing lol. This is why people so adamantly recommend reading the books. Anyways, enjoy the series, I just thought this is info you should be made aware of. ^^

[@Pink-yeti23]

Some of your theories are so on point, but I won't say which ones. Don't worry we were all waiting for Butterfly Man to come back. You'll be happy to know he makes an appearance soon and you're going to learn his name next episode. Xie Lian's titles: -The Crowned Prince Who Pleased The Gods -Flower Crowned Martial God: "Sword in one hand, Flower in the other" (there's some major symbolism here) -The God of Misfortune -Scrap Immortal Yes, those titles are all over the place. My boy has gone THROUGH IT Your edit comment about having no clue this was a BL; same, I went into this show with no knowledge and didn't catch on until episode 5. But then I was WAY more invested when Butterfly Man showed up again because I was so curious and paid way more attention to their interactions.

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

Next episode!! Finally, some good news!

[@yunamoonlight1015]

"Maybe a step down from a temple modelled after your late lover. Not that he is dead, just the relationship." That is now officially my favorite joke of all time!!!

[@lapillity]

yay! another episode is here >:3 2:38 one incentive to read the books after is that the donghua only covers less than 2/8ths of the novel in the first two seasons 😅 and at the rate it's at it will be a long time before they cover the whole story if ever. there's also just a bunch of fun little details in the books you don't get in the show. hopefully you can figure out a shipping situation! I believe there's also an ebook version as well 🤔 3:13 we definitely say TGCF! but if you want to know what it stands for just for fun it's Tian Guan Ci Fu (天官赐福） 6:25 amazing analysis, I think Xie Lian is such a well written character bc you can tell how much life experience he has based on the way he acts and makes decisions! very fitting for an 800 year old! 14:14 the ghost bride's name is spelled "Xuan Ji"! 20:38 yes, Ming Guang's actual name is "Pei Ming" (the elder Pei) 26:13 it went by kind of quick, but Pei Jr's name is "Pei Xiu" (sometimes I also see it spelled at Pei Su, but the official book translation uses Xiu) 28:02 just fyi the multi face disease is more commonly translated as "Human Face Disease" (I know you have a lot to remember but mainly just wanted to bring it up in case other comments refer to it as that😅) 31:27 fun fact, imprisoning ghosts/demons under mountains is a very common trope in xianxia (Chinese fantasy) lol! as for why it's a common trope I honestly don't know bwahaha you'll have to continue to be patient about the butterfly man... but you will learn more about him I promise >:3

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

Yay! Another clarifying comment, thank you! Also--- I DIDN'T KNOW this series is that long?! ...butterfly man...... it's been 84 years..........

[@lapillity]

@@SpacedOutPuffin yes, the english translation is 8 volumes, it's very long! S1 of the donghua covers volume 1, season 2 covers about 2/3 of volume 2 lol

[@T7Karou]

This was ndeed a nice short arc to get us started! I think it was particularly useful to let us know there will be death in the story (despite having a main character that seems so calm and low-profile 😮), and that it isn't afraid of situations where there isn't a clear black and white. I like that we have different representations of women in the first 3 episodes: a tired accountant adult (maybe ancient?), a sweet, brave and responsable teen, and a strong general turned into murderer. It might seem irrelevant to some but oh boy it's difficult to find an asian animation with a male protagonist that have distintive and well-formed female characters. Only one of the 3 talked about love, none talked about family, none is particulary an "angel" or a "demon", and two have jobs in areas that are traditionally pressumed to be masculine. One could say the same about male representation but pretty men with long hair wasn't/isn't a big deal in Asia as far as I'm aware. It's actually a western type of sexism. What it is relevant is how the main character seems powerful and smart but has no arrogance, and is willing to help but is also quick to establish limits (like when the two junior where fighting in the temple). Seems like a healthy masculinity to me! Mmhh what else can I add? I won't go into details since not much is said at the moment. But I'll write down an extract of that very last part of the episode (no more, no less) since the donghua had to make what was behind the bandages less obvious: "On the face of the boy, as Xie Lian had first suspected, there was a field of serious burn scars. Except, beneath the bloody scars, there were traces of three to four tiny faces. Those faces were no bigger than the palms of a baby, and they were scattered croockedly across his cheeks and forehead. After being burnt, the features on each tiny face were shriveling in pain, as if screaming in agony. The sight of theres weird, screaming faces sweezing and squirming on a regular huamn face was indeed more horrifying that any demon! Xie Lian felt as thought he was plunged into a nightmare the instant he saw this boy's face. A fear so inmmense paralyzed him until he couldn't recall standing up, nor tell what the expression on his face was [...]" I looove to hear your theories! Keep them coming! Oh, I get you regarding expesive shipping... 😓😓 Sorry that there was no Butterfly Man this episode! But like you said it is hilarious to think he might have been looking from a distance while blushing and thinking "I'm not cleaning this hand EVER AGAIN" 😂😂 See you next video 🥰🥰

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

Thank you for taking the time to find and write down that excerpt!! I think I'm starting to understand the tone of the story now. Oh, Butterfly man.... when I catch you....

[@Achlys94]

Your hair looks so pretty here! I love the curls! ✌️✨ Another great reaction, with so much detail! I knowwww waiting for butterfly man is so hard. But I promise it’s worth it 💖 at least we don’t have to wait 800 years 😂😭

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

I'm blushing, you're so sweet!!😚 3 days... 800 years... at this point, is there really a difference? 🥲

[@elera-alera4405]

Not a spoiler but more detailed in the novel as well as genre experience is the base power system. I would be happy to give you a run down but you can also just see what you piece together from the show.

[@Willow-1218]

Dude, if you finish the donghua and want to read the books, I'm sure we can get the books to you lol. I'm in absolute love with your conspiracy board! Pei Ming is a fuckboy, but also for their first kiss in Chinese she says "I won't (refuse to) owe you anything!" and then he kisses her like "There, we're even." Every time I think about Xuan Ji I'm just like "...for a MAN??? girl..." One piece of feedback I do have for this video is that the audio is very quiet; I had to turn it up a lot to hear both you and the show. Looking forward to the next one! 😁

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

Thank you! I will see what I can do about the audio!

[@yunamoonlight1015]

The novels shipped just fine to Austria (the one without the kangaroos xD), so I think it should be fine wherever you live. At least I sincerely hope so! They are so worth reading!!!

[@shenyiao2841]

Hi! Your reactions are truly fascinating. I love how you analyze the characters, take some of their dialogues, break them down, and interpret the characters based on that. Whether the interpretations are accurate or not, it makes your reactions so engaging. Yes! The opening is absolutely gorgeous! Every time I listen to it, I literally cry.

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

Thank you!!! I’m so excited that you’re going enjoying my interpretations and such, I love talking characters and writing… a bit too much sometimes! Recording is new and interesting to me, I feel like I’m constantly toeing the line between pointless rambles and engaging commentary lol Another opening enjoyer!! That means I trust your opinion on anything now i guess lol

[@Sienisota]

Can't wait for the next episode. All the information about the "butterfly man" really starts from there

[@facundoacevedo6420]

17:00 Xuan Ji, the ghost bride, actually take the skull out of his head and crushed it, it was bad but reconforting. General Pei Junior's name is Pei Xiu (pronunce su). The flashback on the final is the doom of the kingdom of Xie Lian, one (of many causes) was this plague. This is chinese mythology, human can cultivate (meditation, martial arts, etc) and ascend as a god, but if one died with regets or hate they can become a ghost/demon. This is because they will have a lot of "bad" energy, objects and beast expose to these energy became monsters. Also, this is explain ahead, gods when get expell from heaven can became ghost/demon or just be a "mortal" person.

[@sophia_blackthorn]

Fun fact: Pei Ming is actually a fan favourite character. Purely because he's funny (and hot). Also, one of your theories had me screaming because you literally guessed something that is actually canon in the books (I'm not sure which one exactly, but I think it was said in volume 6?). Like, guessed it word for word. Crazy.

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

I guess he'll have the chance to win me over later then (lol) I'm so curious, but I recently learned that the show itself only covers 2 volumes of the series LOLOL I can't wait to find out what I'm right about

[@sophia_blackthorn]

@@SpacedOutPuffin Not even two volumes, because it's still missing the last few chapters😂 Though technically in Chinese it's only 5 books and the donghua covers the first book in its entirety in two seasons. And Book 2 (chinese version) will actually be adapted into a movie. Did you know that? The trailer came out recently.

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

@@sophia_blackthorn I DID actually, Mel mentioned it for me!! At the pace I'm going (so slooow omg editing is taking me forever) I might finish s2 in time for the movie lololol

[@sophia_blackthorn]

@@SpacedOutPuffin Maybe even Eternal Faith will come out by the time you're done with the books,,, (that's the live action adaptation)

[@Sienisota]

What burns me, is that there is a revised version of all the books, but apparently that version hasn't been translated to English .

[@Sienisota]

Your theories about falling angels are nice. I can't really comment without spoiling anything, but I love your theories!

[@lunamoon8375]

I love how involved you are, very nice to see your enjoying it!

[@zeuriekerjoseph]

Regarding the growing your channel part, I feel like I just enjoy going along for the ride and being friends with you. Yeah, best to avoid spoilers fandom places, this story has numerous spoilers and they are massively impactful. And yes, the opening and ending of both seasons are AMAZINGGGGGG. I can’t wait to hear your new discoveries and board updates next episode! I’m subscribing just so I don’t miss the next upload!

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

Right!! I feel more like a new creator in fandom getting to meet new fandom friends than anything--let's definitely be fandom friends! I'm super excited to share the next video with you!!

[@laalyna]

The thing for me is. It sounded like general Pei and her agreed on a non romantic relationship. So I feel like she has no right to demand that of him him, and then be angry he doesn't return her feelings.

[@coletteherondale4525]

Oh no I've caught up to the newest reaction 😅😅 oh well, I'm super excited for the next one! Also, damn so many of your theories are so spot on, you're really really great at connecting the dots and your attention to detail (I know I keep saying that but I am genuinely astounded). Your reactions are super fresh and your perspective of things are highly entertaining, I'm quite hyped to see how you'll react to the next episode considered our mysterious Butterfly Man might make an appearance again soon (finally)😂😂

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

omg, you caught up! Sorry I can't make them any quicker, I'm still learning how to edit videos and it's taking me some time 😅 I loved reading your comments, thank you for taking your time to write them!! I'm glad I can give an entertaining perspective on the show, I'm enjoying it so far! I recorded episode 4 already heheheh and well---- Hope to see you for the next video!

[@sAmMixART]

Definitely try to avoid spoilers! I got spoiled on the main plot and it was not fun😭

[@tigerback62]

The root part of the name, is carried on ., Pei Ming. Is the general. Pei Xui is Pei Jr.

[@marysilver5002]

It's so hard to avoid spoilers, good luck

[@zmanue]

Can’t wait for the next reaction! ❤

[@dajtoad1]

It’s available as an ebook on Amazon

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

I saw! I'm an old lady though, so I'll try and get my hands on physical copies hehehe

[@marysilver5002]

My Kindle translation calls them Wrath butterflies, which I like better.

[@18arcanum]

oh, ring 💍 if you only knew.... 😉🥲😍 ❤☂🦊🍁🦋🎲🧵💔❤

[@SpacedOutPuffin]

IS THIS A CODE FOR SOMETHING

[@18arcanum]

@SpacedOutPuffins for men with butterflies 😉

[@18arcanum]

@@SpacedOutPuffin for the man with butterflies 😉