Therapist reacts to Arcane S1E2 😨 *I'M OBSESSED* | The Truth Doctor

[@the.truth.doctor]

Thank you for all the positive engagement on Ep 1! Hope you enjoy this reaction to Ep 2. I can't believe that cliffhanger!! 😳 Let me know if you have any questions on any of the commentary I shared.

[@valmiro4164]

The head of the council isn't the old man, it's the furry professor Heimerdinger.

[@bodynabil4585]

wait till ep3

[@Pengguie]

1 question. When is the next Ep? Hahaha love your insights.

[@labamboos]

Great analysis! Arcane is full of so much duality and would be great to get your sense of how it is used in the show as you get through the acts. Get used to the cliffhangers…can’t wait for the next one. You get a new sub!

[@edwardsummey8843]

"I can't believe that cliffhanger!" Get ready to either say that or "What? They can't end it there!" for nearly every episode.

[@isaacraze4301]

Just a small correction, Jayce bought items from Benzos shop in the undercity. Vi and her “siblings” stole items from Jayces apartment/lab.

[@aqua3890]

Wait Jayce went to undercity??

[@isaacraze4301]

@@aqua3890 That’s who Echo is talking about when he says he charged him double. Then there’s Jayce who says going to the Undercity was worth the risk to Caitlyn.

[@Joe-py9ji]

A third episode is a must. I love this series so much and it has so much to offer from every perspective. Duality is seen in every episode and used so well in the story telling. Happy to watch more even if its not Arcane!

[@samaraangeline5779]

Yesss!! Ep 3 is so good

[@Sam_00112]

What I love about the show is the facial expressions say so much about each character without any words spoken

[@wtimmins]

The facial animation is nothing short of astonishing.

[@mathies3598]

There's another very different interpretation of the final scene. Vi grabbed the toy from episode 1 that she could previously never reach and gave it to powder, with some encouraging words akin to "believe in yourself and don't change." Then, the sherriff gets the message that she told Vander to send her if he was ready to give anyone up, but Vander's chilling at the bar with powder, he's totally not expecting enforcers to come down. Powder's not necessarily sad because she's being told she doesn't belong, I think Vi is the one person she always feels supported by. But she realised what Vi is about to do and so does vander once he sees the plushie toy.

[@the.truth.doctor]

I LOVE this. Yes, I’ve been watching the plushie and seeing what it was implying. Thank you!!

[@Jarecian]

@@the.truth.doctor What's interesting is that after her talk with Vander, she went from "I'm going to fight so something changes for the better." straight to "I'm going to sacrifice myself to prevent those I love from being harmed." My best try at interpreting this is that she is looking up to Vander, and trying her best to emulate him. But at the same time, she's about 16 years old, and some of the messages he tries to convey fly over her head. He wanted her to lie low, to stay out of harm's way, but she can't stop feeling responsible for Powder and is a character who can't deal with reacting instead of acting. Fighting is not an option, lying low is not an option, so surrendering herself it is.

[@glendoi]

Remember everyone, hyping up certain episodes can be seen as a spoiler as well! If you want the most out of their reactions then it’s best if reactors go in COMPLETELY blind

[@KittyBoom360]

Yeah, but it's really not different than just hyping the show itself, is it? I wouldn't technically call it spoiling on its own so long as it's as vague as how you would hype the entire show to someone who hasn't watched it. Comments that are just basically saying it gets better on the psychology so please keep reacting seem fine to me. Plus, it would be a tragedy if she didn't make it to at least episode 3, the end of the first act.

[@MrGunner44]

"a little bit of insight in what the blue balls are, maybe?" me: **giggles**

[@jammymoore228]

RE: Constant Desire for More section In an earlier scene Mel is looking through puzzles to buy as a gift and the salesperson says the one she purchases is designed for children. Then when gifting it to the councillor she says it's been made "for only the sharpest minds". Which is a playing to his obvious ego whilst complimenting him.

[@WhatKindOfNameNow]

Every time I rewatch the series, that's still one of my favorite little moments in the background of this episode. It immediately sets up the type of character Mel is with a good bit of humor.

[@littymarquis764]

@@WhatKindOfNameNow If I remember correct, that councilor was still working on solving it after the 7 year timeskip, which makes it 10x funnier.

[@alwaysbam]

Someone finally understands Silco character and not glossing him over

[@n0bleonline222]

Yes,finally

[@nihlify]

Plenty people understand Silco

[@tabithanel1975]

​@@nihlify I think that they meant that in the beginning he was glossed over.

[@J.D.onthego]

I know! So excited to watch the rest. Have some way too Silco apologist and others way to Silco bad dur without getting the fricken heartbreaking tragedy that is the nuance. Omg… please do season 2!

[@renascienza.bazarclub]

This show is full of little details: we see that Jayce's mother almost died in snow with him, and if we play attention we see that now she have two metal fingers (she lost the real ones to the cold). Instead try to explain everything, the story *show* things.

[@UncleMilo]

Small correction - Jayce's mother didn't die. She was frostbitten and passed out. Her life was saved, but not restored.

[@miguelsantos-ve8nn]

It is so interesting watching a therapist's point of view and insight of Arcane. The show does an amazing job in highlighting all these issues. Please watch the rest.

[@naruchancutie1]

omg I love when therapists watch this! The psychology is so interesting in this show and there's so much detail! Alot of show-dont-tell kind of story telling

[@naruchancutie1]

Also you NEEED to watch episode 3 at least!

[@madwheelsgaming2360]

I’m so glad you’re you’re enjoying the show. As a league of legends player myself this show helped me understand how the characters became the people they are in the game. It’s very thought-provoking for that reason alone. I won’t spoil anything but you’re in for quite a ride. It only gets better.

[@BlueSodaPop_]

And what I love is that I can watch the show without having ever played the game, and it's still so good

[@benhigginbotham8158]

Mel giving the puzzle box to a counselor is funny because she was going to buy a hard puzzle box but thought a children's puzzle box was more fitting

[@yuehuang3419]

Arcane was released in 3 episode Arcs and 3 Arc in the first Season. FYI, in case, you noticed a shift between Arcs as each Arc was released a week apart.

[@redroseibarahime8755]

I love that you mentioned that Vi is constantly batteling/challenging herself. Can't wait on your insights of episode 3 ^^

[@TheAfricanGrey]

Thank u for continuing this series! It’s such a beautiful story and it’s ironic it’s animated because it’s reflects everything that happens in the real world so well. Can’t wait for ur next reaction! Episode 3 is even better.

[@emptyxsuit]

A testament to the quality of the series that so much can be pulled from the characters even though they are animated. Very intriguing assessment. I do hope this reaction continues as to see how your ideas of these characters develop and even possibly change as you learn more

[@galaxy_heart8896]

I love Arcane, It’s such a good show, can’t wait for season 2 :)

[@chileungfung]

Firstly, I'm so happy you've decided to keep going. I enjoy analytical videos and combining that with one of my favourite shows! Amazing combo! Looking forward to all the rest! A question, we see Marcus pull a gun on kids to stop them running (fortunately he doesn't get to pull the trigger). Can he easily do this due to the societal tensions between the two locations making him see them as lesser beings? Also, just a few observations: I didn't interpret the mountain scene as Jayce's mum being "brought back to life" but rather teleported them off the mountain - to a warmer climate thus saving her life. The old man isn't the head of the council. I think Mel was just "buying" influence with the present (to get more votes). The head of the council is Heimerdinger.

[@the.truth.doctor]

This is so helpful! Thank you. And yes, to your question. I would assume if really happening that he either saw them as potential equals or just didn’t feel “high enough” in the ranks to pull the trigger and be the person.

[@edwardsummey8843]

What I find interesting (and I actually did not think of until I read your comment just now) is that in Piltover, the enforcers just had the "bolo-balls" they used in the 1st episode. Well, that we could see. But they go into the Undercity armed to the gills. There was no sign of those non-lethal capture devices.

[@nickthompson6390]

Look forward to seeing what you feel about the overall character arcs for the whole cast. Really amazing show.

[@wtimmins]

'How am I coming across to you' Great! Lucid commentary, and interesting insights! I'm enjoying it thoroughly and glad you are enjoying it; one of the appealing elements of watching reactions is seeing your own initial joy in watching a show reflected in someone else.

[@saiyasha848]

I think the point of the shooting range scene is also that powders skills aren#t as valued. She can shoot really well, but in this place that doesn't mean much if she can't keep up physically. I actually think that is also why Mylo espcially teases her so much: He is the physically weakest member of the group after Powder. He is shown to be more nimble with his fingers, he is the Tinkerer, not the fighter. But hhe also looks up to Vi and as we have seen, Vis way forward is ususally 'frontal assault'. The difference is that he is the same age as the others, so he needs to put Powder down in order to make himself feel less left behind It shows how this restrictive environment snuffs out or inhibits certain talents because they don't 'count'

[@SIDLOTF]

As a reminder guys, comments saying certain episodes are hype or intense is a spoiler. Just talk about the episodes that have been watched!

[@samuelquintero6964]

Don't bother, pretty much every reactor of Arcane I've seen has those same comments after episode 2, it's honestly pretty infuriating.

[@chileungfung]

Yeah this is quite annoying.

[@gabriellebenard5254]

oh no i was looking for your third episode and realized it wasn't up yet. Well i will be waiting then.

[@DennisEngelhard]

Here's a comment for the algorithm :). Also, REALLY excited for the next episode.

[@clarencesiason8349]

thank you for continuing

[@the.truth.doctor]

Thank YOU for watching and commenting! It makes all the difference. ❤

[@reactionfan6098]

@@the.truth.doctor you're very sweet, I might just watch your whole series 😉

[@-nav-398]

Every reactor I've watched has the exact same reaction to episode 2. And I love it and felt the same way. Littlest critique I could give: When you discuss your reaction while the show is playing I worry you miss things. If you feel pausing too much breaks up your flow, don't change a good thing just because of my little comment. I still really enjoy your reaction and character analysis.

[@n0bleonline222]

Because she certainly doesn't pause between conversations, she misses out on a lot of things based on both character interactions and visual narrative. The series is quite successful with the show, don't tell principle. The series was written with this kind of technique. There is a lot of visual narration rather than dialogues. Many small details are hidden, and often you understand the story better from these small details. Definitely stop the episode when talking about the scenes, Even in these first two episodes, too many details are hidden. Small facial expressions and small details can be seen during the scene, but you have to look. Visual explanation is too much.

[@GenXCoder]

Great insights and reaction! I love this series and your analysis seems spot on for these characters. I hope when you are talking to the camera you are pausing the show so you don't miss anything. This show does a great job of showing, not telling. So not paying attention to the show can make you miss small details. Keep up the great work!

[@n0bleonline222]

Definitely show, don't tell is very successful with the principle. There is too much visual expression rather than dialogues. A lot of little details are hidden, and most of the time you get a better understanding of the story from these little details. When you're going to talk about certainty, stop the episode, too much detail is hidden even in these first two episodes. Small facial expressions and small details can be seen during the scene, but you have to be looking. Visual explanation is toooooo much.

[@DestroyingDoom]

The show comes in 3 acts or 3 arcs of 3 episodes each, the first arc or act is the first 3 episodes, the second arc or act is ep 4,5 and 6 and the final arc is the last 3 episodes

[@quigsthevicious]

Huh. I took for granted that Deckard drank the shimmer because the villain and the creepy scientist intimidated him into it. That the baddie could convince Deckard due to his emasculation by Vi really helps explain why he chugged it so enthusiastically. I'm glad there are insightful people willing to explain this show's nuances to dummies like me in the audience :-)

[@jsgehlen]

I immediately got that Vi's interaction with Powder "What makes you different..." Was a good bye, especially when she punctuated it with the bunny... And the way that powder's face fell she took it as a goodbye. Which is why Vander was not able to cheer her up with what was probably her favorite drink. And when Vander was not able to cheer her up, and he saw the bunny, knowing both of the girls the way he did, he sussed out that Vi was turning herself in. Just because there's only the one interaction where Vander and Powder are alone, I refuse to believe that Vander was an absentee father with regard to Powder, leaving her completely Vi's hands alone.

[@angeliquemenoptra6701]

Jayce's mother did not parish, but she peril of ending up so. The Mage simply transported Jayce and his mother to a warmer climate before she did die, but she was very near death, that the Mage, for whatever reason, felt he should intervene and saved them both, but he did not resurrect Jayce's mother.

[@petrusjnaude7279]

Thank you for continuing the series. It's interesting to hear your views and I can't wait for you to continue. What I loved is you can see Grayson, during her meeting with the council, she knows if they push the Undercity too hard, things will go bad very quickly. And Marcus is right there ruining things by trying to prove himself better than her.

[@Kamiisama69]

Im so glad you are continuing this

[@jinxnapagodna7034]

Excited for the next episodeee, i'm obsessed with arcane and obsessed with your analysis.

[@Patorc1]

I love it! Can't wait for new episodes! Whole series is psychological heavy, that's why I like to hear thoughts of an actual therapist. See You in the next one!

[@Deeplight32]

While you might be right about some of Powder's feelings in the end. We can also deduce that Power realizes that Vi is leaving. Vi goes and fetches her long stuck toy and gives it to Powder while leaving her with "lasting advice", advice that you give when you're saying farewell. Vander also notices something is weird about the bunny suddenly being back.

[@Jarecian]

Just leaving this here to say I really appreciate your insights and the obvious effort you go through in editing and putting together these videos. Arcane is surprisingly deep, and intense in the way it grapples with certain topics, in a good way. It is amazing how well the animators make the characters telegraph their feelings via posture and (micro-) expressions. You can tell when they're lying, or what they're feeling even when not speaking. I'd argue it makes them more relatable than actors, because the makers have full control over every character independently of whether there was a very skilled actor available for the role. Of course, the excellent voice over helps, but still. Many people miss obvious clues as to what the character's true motivations are when watching Arcane for the first time because we're simply not used to seeing such detailed animations in characters. Normal animation only gets the broad strokes across. It's like an icon, an idea of an emotion, but it doesn't feel like the real thing, the rest has to be filled in with broad, obvious strokes. Arcane is extremely subtle, sometimes. It's so. Satisfying to watch. By now you'll have no doubt watched episode 3 -- I'm definitely looking forward to hearing your analysis. And I certainly hope you do the full nine videos, the Arcane Community would certainly appreciate it.

[@JolandaBecker]

This such a devastating and achingly brilliant series. I broke down in tears at the end of this episode. I like hearing your interpretation and thoughts, it is enriching my understanding of the mental health aspect of the series.

[@raul2258]

I love that you are noticing a lot of details that are gonna get recalled in future episodes. Everything remember the scoreboard

[@omegachaos32]

Very great analysis from your perspective and thanks for continuing the show! I have one question on something that wasn't in the final cut. With Jayce, we see him ready to end it all after he's lost everything and everyone around him before Viktor appears. What do you think made him decide it wasn't worth trying anymore after he had been doing so much basically his whole life to achieve magic and help others? He was even ready to (and did) defy Heimerdinger's suggestion to not mention magic in order to save himself from the worst punishment, leading to a guarantee of at least something major happening to him. Super excited to see your analysis on the next episode!

[@Jackely_]

I'm so so happy you liked arcane and will keep reacting to it. I garantee we are all very exctied about your reaction and insight on whats to come. Plus I really like the fact it is your raw reaction and thoughts, I'm always so impressed about how you pick up all these things just like that. ps: I loved the editing for this one, and the 'underneath the water' bit really got me hahahha

[@yoelmoyacarmona6298]

Great! Third episode is my favourite of the series! Can't wait for your reaction!

[@Luzarioth]

12:17 "Did you ever hear the tragedy of Darth Plagueis The Wise? ....... He became so powerful, the only thing he was afraid of was losing his power, which eventually, of course, he did."

[@nathannelson463]

PLEASE keep going . . . your insights are not only interesting, they really serve to illustrate how well the writers knew these characters and the animators portrayed them. (Not to mention the voice actors . . . there are some phenomenal performances in the next episode or two!) Thank you for you reaction and your thoughts!

[@fcasias7]

Please do the entire series. It's got a huge amount of things to digest from a psychological standpoint.

[@parzivalkni110]

Two things. First, just to give you some idea of the format of how the show was released, the arcane episodes were put out in acts of 3 episodes each, so the third episode of each act is always climactic (basically, make sure you at least watch till episode 3). Also the upper city is called Piltover not Pilover (there is a t in there XD) Loving the reactions and your very insightful comments! cant wait for episode 3!!

[@Mitsu2040]

I love the editing and how clearly the concepts are defined and explained

[@eemersonm]

I have absolutely loved these last two videos and the insight you provide! I would definitely like to see you continue with this series.

[@TheDrexxus]

EAGERLY awaiting episode 3. :>

[@midnightwaterdragon4725]

Would love to hear your take on the psychology of hatred between groups. How from a psychological standpoint it comes to be that ppl who don't know each other and have never been directly wronged by each other can hold hatred for one another simply bc they belong to a different group whether that be class or race or what have you.

[@this_jedi_crafts6626]

I'm so happy that you happened upon this show. I stumbled upon it (on Netflix) and was like, "Well, it's animated and seems sci-fi/fantasy, so I'll check it out." Great animation, style, storytelling, characters - and glad you are here, breaking down the show through your lens. Loving it!

[@AhmedEsmaeelCR7]

Quick correction, It's called Piltover as in built over the bridge. It's quite a clever name actually.

[@cavalryscout9519]

I don't think Vander is just acting on guilt and grief over what happened in the past; he's older and he thinks about the sort of world his actions will make 5 or 10 years from now. He thinks about whether his actions will help to accomplish his goals, or to hurt them. He wanted to fight for the Lanes and for his people, but the act of fighting actually harmed what he was fighting for, so now he considers what is really going to be best in the long term. Since he's older he understands how quickly the future comes, and he's more concerned with it than most of the (mostly child or young adult) characters.The guilt and grief over the past is there, but I don't think he's avoiding trauma as much as he's trying to take a wiser approach to accomplishing what he really wanted in the first place, which is protecting his people.

[@morganamichaelis3640]

I'm so glad this video was recommended to me. Please continue to react ❤️

[@charliesalvatore5176]

Loved the added Sharpay clip

[@tinachen4165]

pls continue reacting, I love this series so much and your ability to provide some prospective to the characters!!!

[@astridholmhansen]

I’m rly enjoying these! I just binged arcane for the first time a few days ago and I’m already obsessed with it. I can’t wait for ur next reaction!

[@brianjames2697]

REALLY have enjoyed your reactions to the first two episodes of this show. I highly encourage you to continue the journey and selfishly hope that you will let us tag along! This show surprised me with its' beautifully created animation, solid soundtrack and multifaceted characters, SO MANY LEVELS! There is a reason Arcane fans seem so rabid...*cough-cough* we are. Great content, thank you for taking the time and effort to create it for us! You are appreciated!

[@mikeym9146]

I don’t know if you caught it or didn’t want to highlight a very heavy topic. In the scene between Jayce and Viktor, Jayce is about to jump out the building before Viktor interrupts him literally one step away

[@rivernorth4924]

Keep going!!! The third episode is gonna really kick off the rest! Thank you for reacts!

[@nataliagarcia6415]

I really like your reaction and your point of view it's really interesting. Looking foward to ep 3 you're gonna love that one.

[@sunflowerice]

okay I love that there is more about Jayce and his mother, it often feels that it gets left out, but it´s also an important part for his journey.. he seriously contemplated suicide, but thankfully was saved by Viktor.. all in all: wow you´re good, you´re hitting the nails on point with some of your predictions o.o can´t wait for episode 3, I´m really curious about your reaction :D

[@mocholecho]

I really like your post reaction analysis... never looked the character this deep

[@The_Book_Of_M]

Please keep going with Arcane. You will be rewarded with complex characters, intricate relationships, and unexpected storylines.

[@HorrorGeek9]

Glad you're reacting to Arcane 💙

[@Grahamathan]

Dropping a comment just to appreciate the little "pew pew" sfx at 4:05

[@matchapaws7336]

so glad to see you continuing this and i hope you can keep it going!

[@theforgetfulnugget8971]

Nice video yet again! I also have a suggestion for future analysis of tv shows/movies and it's Call Me By Your Name

[@5712gaby]

The Haunting of Hill House series. It’s amazing! Horror at the surface but it’s really about childhood trauma and how that bleeds into adulthood and relationships with others.

[@beezyqueen]

thanks for continuing the series!

[@necrolicious]

7:46 There is nothing concrete yet, but it's assumed that the mage who helped Jayce was Ryze. The image you see at 7:46 may also be Ryze. Riot put out a video about Ryze where he tells about a time he gave in to power and destroyed a city.

[@dashiva7]

Just found your videos and absolutely love your analysis of the themes in Arcane so far. Eagerly looking forward to the rest of the series! For your outro question: I'm curious, what is typically the first things you focus on when the show enters a new scene (is it conversation, people present, enviroment ect)?

[@liamneu1430]

the next episode is the best in the show, also i cannot WAIT for you to meet jinx and see what you have to say about her when she gets introduced

[@calliethecat2849]

I say instead of saying she not being a child anymore but maybe powder realizing that her sister was saying goodbye when she told her what different makes you stronger because the end was her turning herself in.

[@DTcorn77]

Glad to see you continuing, looking forward to your journey!

[@Tucker1988]

Another great, insightful look into these characters and what they are feeling and where that may lead them. So excited for you to see episode 3.

[@Lemon_Force]

Something very interesting that you picked up on even if you didnt outright state it is not only how Vi looks up to Vander, as a leader and protector of his family, but also takes after him in her actions. Vander tells her how she's a leader and people will do what she says in the same way he is or was back in the day. She knows what the enforcers want in order to keep the peace and thinks what would Vander do? Give up himself or someone else? Himself, so what does she do? Give herself up. So guess who shows up and stops her and takes her place because its what he would do as the protector of his family. Such amazing writing.

[@florajones1]

Can’t wait for a reaction to eps 3 and beyond!!!

[@VJArt_]

You missed the joke, Mel did do it for political favours yes, but she gifted the toy to him as a way of mocking him. She was actually told it was a toy for children and she gave him that

[@yasibonyad9587]

I would love to hear your reaction to all the ninth episodes! Please make more 🙌

[@Lambofgod2316]

Keep up the series! The next episode is one of the best in the show

[@jordivcecilia]

Just found you after legal bytes streamming...I had a crush on you and more now I see you are and arcane fan. 🤘❤🤣

[@Shiftry87]

Cant wait for Ep3! That is gonna be a very intresting 1.

[@nobodyvenek]

I love your analysis!

[@Gothy_Guru]

I would love the whole series to be honest 💜

[@thentoobadiguess7920]

please continue with arcane these are amazing !

[@peerlesscucumber9522]

SO HAPPY AAAAH, YOU'RE REALLY IN FOR A RIDE!!!

[@gabrielakrist11]

Yaaaayyy! 🙌🏾 More reaction on Arcane! 🥰 leeeeetttssss gggooooooo! ❤

[@devinnavarro585]

please I absolutely will watch every reaction you do to Arcane

[@Naugur]

Episode three is the real banger. Looking forward to your analysis of that :)

[@thatotherguy8138]

Something that seems to be uncommon on KZbin is a "Rewatch" - there's the "React" (like this one), but Second Watches or Rewatches seem to be either so rare that the search doesn't bring them up, or they just don't exist. But a show like Arcane... I wonder what a Second Watch would bring. How would some things look from the second viewing - like Powder showing up at the bar with Vi's bunny, and Vander's IMMEDIATE reaction to it (which wasn't mentioned in this video). Like Powder's failed attempt in Episode 1 to blow up her pursuer with a bomb filled with nails. Like Viktor's explanation about not asking for permission before changing the world. How do these all hit on the second time viewing the show?

[@eppielicious]

Best reaction to Arcane PERIOD!

[@Whee1ndmud]

Great analysis!! chapter 3 is a must!!

[@allocat5867]

love the edits!

[@HasnaaAlaa]

I also took powder saying i am not a fighter as her not being a strong one on one combat fighter with her fist like vi, but we now see that she's a great shooter

[@JeffRomeu]

Pls watch the rest! I love this show!

[@xxuupii5702]

I can't wait for the next episode, I rlly wanna hear her analysis