When Batman Beyond Met The Demon

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Etrigan the Demon appeared throughout the DC Animated Universe alongside Bruce Wayne's Batman...but did you know he also allied with (and fought against) Terry McGinnis in the future of "Batman Beyond"? Strap in for a spell as we look beyond the form of man.
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0:00 - Intro
1:35 - Sponsor
3:30 - Gone, the Form of James
4:25 - Origins of The Demon
8:48 - Etrigan Animated
12:58 - Beyond Compare
13:56 - First Contact
19:28 - One, Two, Alkazar's Coming For You
26:59 - A Bat Outta Hell
32:05 - Reflections
32:54 - WatchMojo Database
34:20 - Outro
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[@dcauwatchtower]

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[@steelydyl]

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[@btcbuster5556]

I hope I get bashed by a lead pipe so I could sue with Morgan and Morgan (tm)

[@GabePuratekuta]

White pages? Using a phone as a phone? What kind of fossil does that!?

[@newadventurer06]

Orange rhymes with "door hinge". You're welcome 😊

[@AnthonyDaFox]

your Impersonation of Etrigan is Cringe, Never do it again.

[@AkuTheDestroyer]

I always find it so comedic that one of the biggest bad guys in the DCU, as well as his entire mythology, was introduced in the same comic where Jimmy Olsen became a giant turtle man

[@TetsuShima]

Although many fans, including Nostalgia Critic himself, dislike Etrigan's TNBA episode, arguing that the supernatural aspects of Klarion and Etrigan do not fit Batman's stories, I respectfully disagree. Not only does it make sense to see Batman collaborate with Etrigan (since both characters live in the same city), but it's also quite fascinating to see the Dark Knight forced to fight an enemy like Klarion, who, despite being just a child, is a threat completely outside of Bruce's comfort zone and one who possesses powers so extremely dangerous that he could even make Ra's al Ghul look ridiculous in comparison. In fact, it can be seen in "Batman Beyond" that Bruce still remembers Klarion with fear.

[@rodan9773]

Klarion is definitely not a Child you can't call a Demon manifesting on Earth a Child. It's like calling a 39 year old who Drives a Car has a Business and has a Fighting career a Child it just does not work.

[@Shift_Salt]

That's gatekeepy fandom for you "X Character/Series can't do that!! I don't like iiiit!!" Bleh

[@TimberWolf99]

​@@rodan9773regardless of his actual age, Klarion almost universally takes the appearance of a human boy and his common nickname is "Witch Boy", so "Child" is an appropriate descriptor.

[@rosestar1324]

I heard the NC's opinions on media have gone down hill, so I'm not surprised he said that

[@someonewhocommentsonyoutub3779]

I never understood arguing that the supernatural aspects don't fit Batman stories considering Ra's Al Ghul has been around for nearly half a century and no one bats an eye

[@JaretOnYoutube]

The future of the demon shall reflect where it began This power bestowed to a red haired man After the demon burst from Terry’s chest An old friend has been laid to rest Thought to have taken his final breath Perhaps the demon could bring him back from death Etrigan shall live on in Superman’s friend With Jimmy Olsen this tale will end

[@belfrii]

I love this.

[@TheChrisHype]

Seriously, I’m happy I’m not the only one who thinks of Muppet Christmas Carol everytime I hear “Morgan and Morgan”.

[@CoralBlue-2]

It was the first thing we all thought of when we were coming up with ideas 😂

[@nicksorenson940]

I knew about Etrigan's first crossover with Batman Beyond already cause I actually used to own that same issue, only I didn't get it from a Jell-O offer like Ted did. That's also some pretty good cel-shaded motion capture animation for Etri-James.

[@jamilfrost6217]

I love all the characters that Jack made during his time at DC in the bronze age, and Etrigan is no exception.

[@DemonBlanka]

In a shocking turn of events, it turns out that Jack Kirby was pretty good at writing and drawing comic books. I seriously cannot possibly express my admiration for the man sufficiently, a true master of the craft.

[@TetsuShima]

I like to think that the reason Klarion calls Etrigan "Uncle Jason" isn't simply because such familiarity pisses off the Demon, but because deep down the Witch Boy enjoys his company every time they meet and even considers him a father figure to hang out with. That being said, the relationship between Klarion and Etrigan would be one of the few in which the villain has for the hero an affection that is not caused by s*xual attraction and/or a prior intimate past with them

[@TetsuShima]

It's truly sad the actor who voiced Klarion died shortly after playing him. He truly captured the personality of the iconic Witch Boy, being on the same level as Thom Adcox-Hernandez, Klarion's voice in most media. Wish Klarion made more appearances in the DCAU, anyway

[@caperdoodle]

Today I learned. I always wondered who played him.

[@kevinlaw826]

I didn't know that, he was great

[@L337P1R4735]

He did a great job. I also really like how he was portrayed in young justice, he's a little brat.

[@michaelandreipalon359]

And even then, there's the recent loss of Richard Moll (Two-Face, the B: TAS Batcomputer, Emperor Spooj, and Java) as of this video.

[@BirdDeadWorld]

I know it might sound strange, I know it might seem odd. But I think Etrigan's new host should be the Red Hood, Jason Todd.

[@hawkingbishop]

Same name same hair.

[@michaelandreipalon359]

A gunslinging, red spandex-wearing, fire-breathing demon with a cool mask... AWESOME!!!!

[@wndt]

I feel like in most iterations Jason kind of is waiting to die

[@TheKillerMoth]

It's amazing how you actually got a real demon to collab in this video! Especially a famous one like Etrigan, he's pretty busy nowadays with his coffee company.

[@michaelandreipalon359]

Coffee company?

[@TheKillerMoth]

@@michaelandreipalon359 He owns Starbucks. He started the company at the dawn of time

[@peterdanior4538]

In the DCAU I doubt he was seen, so Etrigan should move on to possessing Constantine

[@singletona082]

that tattered soul is already claimed. To be stuck in such a vessal Etrigan would be ashamed.

[@3MenAndALetsPlay]

Allow me a moment to gripe and to whine, its not "constan-teen" its pronounced Constantine.

[@MarcAquino1095]

As strange as this may sound, my favorite appearance of Etrigan the Demon was in the JLU episode ‘Kids’ Stuff’ 😂

[@triplethreat98]

"Mommy"

[@bobrasher]

The scripting, the editing, the hair dye!

[@CreweontheSofa]

Really have to give credit for the scripting on this. Pretty much every skit and joke got an audible laugh from me. Frankly, I needed a good laugh today. So Thank you for yet another informative and funny video!

[@Deoxys911]

Seeing the demon possess J'onn J'onzz; Now that would tickle me to the bones.

[@matthewk122]

Thx Jack Kirby for creating good marvel and dc characters in comics

[@edmanbrosyoutube4740]

A new soul for etrigan, is already sold; it would be a shining moment for booster gold

[@OskarEricson]

Something pretty interesting about "The Demon Within" is the friendly conversation Klarion and Tim share in the opening scene, as, in the comics continuity, both boys actually get along pretty well despite their different moralities, with Klarion even openly calling Tim his friend. That said, I wonder if Klarion ever told Tim about that time he kissed his girlfriend Stephanie Brown...

[@michaelandreipalon359]

Granted, even if the blonde wife of Tim in Return of the Joker is an iteration of Stephanie, I doubt she ever interacted with anything Batman-related, Klarion included.

[@jackkelly9048]

Etrijames' dialogue and character gave me too many good laughs in this vid - ratatoulie, wanting to do a watchmojo video throughout and then actually running it at the end, the cheerleader chant out of the ertrigan summoning - amazing. and to pick a seasonal topic so specific you'd be hardpressed to find people in THIS community questioning it? Impressive stuff, happy holiday season and a very spooky halloween to all who celebrate the fright night

[@OskarEricson]

What I love most about Etrigan's TNBA episode is the fact that they directly adapted the original Klarion created by Jack Kirby in the 1970s. Although the later depictions of the character are pretty good, nothing could beat the white-skinned evil teenage brat obsessed with eating candy and committing antics from Kirby's comics. That said, it's a shame that the original Klarion made very few appearances before being completely rebooted with the post-Crisis continuity. It is at least a consolation that Jack Kirby's Klarion was featured in TNBA and other animated shows like "Young Justice" and "Justice League Action"

[@PharaohOfTheDamned]

the "happy to oblige" slayed me for some reason LMAO

[@shawnwilcowski]

Batman the brave and the bold was what introduced him to me

[@JohnConstantine666]

A whole video on my boy Etrigan The Demon. Boo-ya. Etrigan is one of my favorite characters.

[@patrickmartin3633]

The Batman boxers and "smoking jacket" have me majorly crushing on James.

[@mathewwilliams6801]

If Jason Blood's burden grew too much to bear, Etrigan should trust Constantine's devil may care

[@IRLZeni]

As someone who will come up with a concept in my head but basically refine it as I talk to people about it, I love Jack Kirby. I don’t know if that story is the same to how my writing works but I’ll start telling my friends my basic ideas and the rest just comes out as I’m talking. It’s not always the best way to write but at the same time it’s a good way to brain storm for people that can’t get ideas straight in their mind like me.

[@CushionSapp]

Who should Jason Blood choose as Etrigan's new Host? Though I risk many "boos", I say the Gray Ghost

[@gerdmatt7]

Giving the curse to another That is not on the level But if it has to be done I recommend Blue Devil

[@Ted-Kendrick]

He would have to be a green demon if you mix blue and yellow

[@criixt]

This channel deserves a 500k+ subscriber count. Let's do this!

[@Jack-sy8mr]

Whom to be this demons keeper? Perhaps Jack Ryder, parentheses, The Creeper Or temporarily left on loan With Shining Knight, lest he eat alone What of the man from the future I’m told Green Lantern’s his name, no, Booster Gold Now this is quite the conundrum Maybe someone squishy, not called The Imperium I’d suggest Grayson or O’Brian Well, if I were able to find them No, no Critter or egg baby or such a thing But imagine him paired with the amazing Mr Wing

[@ARHaslage]

If I had a choice, or maybe an actual voice, I would recommend a Canadian Molson and Etrigan's new host be Jimmy Olsen.

[@GreenDiablo]

James and Demon James is a pair i didnt know i needed

[@GamerSlyRatchet1]

I like the idea of giving Jason Blood a sidekick who is more knowledgeable in technology and science.

[@alexconn7473]

Honestly he could have two of them the first being what you just mentioned and the second being a host of an angelic being who doesn't like etrigan simply on the basis that he's a demon and to the angel all demons are evil but the only reason the angel begrudgingly works with etrigan is because it knows doing so is for the greater good

[@caperdoodle]

I had no idea it was a Jack Kirby character. This was fun thanks for making it!

[@crowzur6055]

I think Etrigran possessing the Question would be the best -ion. Rhyme completed

[@ironmuro]

The best replacement host for the demon is clear. Injustice shows this reveal, the man brings fear. Against Superman, Etriggan is quite a pain. It was a shock the new host was Bruce Wayne.

[@DPLEET]

Thomas Carnacki was created by William Hope Hodgson in 1910. Thomas Carnacki is an occult detective, or "psychic investigator" who is called in to investigate psychic and or occult phenomena. Carnacki tended to use far more scientific equipment in his cases than his contemporaries. Among them is his "Electric Pentacle", a protective measure against supernatural entities. As the name suggests, it's an electrically charged pentacle that combines the principles of magic (the pentacle shape, which is historically a protective symbol) and science (the electrification of the pentacle). It's used in at least three of his stories.

[@alexsapsarras4812]

batman adventures annual 2 is such a gem. The Kirby-esque nods add marvelously to Bruce Timms artstyle.

[@michaelandreipalon359]

Helps that it's also part of the DCAU proper canon by its authors. Hope they'll do the same with the other comics, like the "Two-Timer" tale... rest in peace, good old Richard Moll.

[@brent1222]

Loved the banter between james and his demon, laughed alot😂 comedy Jekyll and Hyde

[@tonysalerno1555]

I think just a random person could be Etrigan. I world like to see more stories of Etrigan and other magical beasts. Also this video made me laugh out load, EtriJames, that got me. Mostly when he said "Yeah, I can stop rhyming anytime".

[@kyleeartist2829]

My cat & I really Really REALLY want an Etrijames show featuring top-5 lists. My cat promises to bring you neat dead things as a “thank you”.

[@skarloey1214]

I think Demon-James would like the dead things

[@tavianfloyd6589]

This deserves millions of views. Love the animated demon character.

[@WraithTDK]

He's a rhyming demon. He transfors with "Gone, gon, the form of MAN, release the demon EtriGAN." The rhyme pretty much explains how to pronounce it.

[@dcauwatchtower]

Yeah well that's the thing, in the rhyme I totally get it, and I called him that in my head as a kid for years. Then Batman and everyone else is walkin' around saying "Etrigun" and I'm like 🤷‍♀️

[@WraithTDK]

@@dcauwatchtower oh thats just Batmun. Pay him no mind.

[@bizarroguy6570]

I gotta hand it too you, having a video talk about The Demon’s debut. Etrigan has been hero and villain, but no matter! Instill in fear was always the goal! Episodes in the DCAU were always fun. It’s a shame a live action film was never done. Etrigan is a cool character with a deep mythology and lore, but despite asking we don’t get more. Though maybe it’s just me? Do you agree? Would want see more if world of man face the Demon *Etrigan* !

[@Aprilpixie]

I love this video! This is one of the best things I think Watchtower has put out in quite some time. Keep up the excellent work.

[@dcauwatchtower]

Thank you!

[@WilliamTice]

If someone else takes in the Demon down the line, I can think no beter choice than Constantine.

[@DangerDurians]

I think the new character cursed to live forever Should tie the starts and end together The person in whom Etrigan should awaken Ought to be a certain Jimmy Olsen Just cause it’d tie the ends together Probably should be someone new in actuality

[@CoralBlue-2]

Ah man. I really like the idea of Jimmy Olsen as the host. It rhymes.

[@thewhitewikirabbit]

Awesome episode, guys! I think the animation was awesome. Keep being creative and sharing it with the world.

[@ChatookaMusic]

My new favorite episode of the WatchMojo Database

[@justice_productions_]

YES MORE BEYOND CONTENT!

[@kevinlaw826]

James shirtless is genuinely scary 😂

[@dcauwatchtower]

It is spooky season

[@kevinlaw826]

@@dcauwatchtower I love it, great video as always

[@freddyjosereginomontalvo4667]

This comment is for feeding that bulldog monster that is the KZbin algoritm. Good video a always say.

[@thepanelbiter9915]

I love Etrigan! More love for Etrigan!

[@profjeff9]

An Etrigan host would need a lot of mana, Which is why my pick is the one called Zatanna.

[@bingus14566]

Really cool music in this video. I especially liked the fight scene music!

[@danaconda_vice]

Tnba was my introduction to etrigan.

[@Ted-Kendrick]

Same

[@madbradfreeman]

Wasn't it Alan Moore who made Etrigan a rhyming demon? At least Swamp Thing was the first time I saw him rhyme. (In any event, Moore did the poetry best. There have been others who... didn't.)

[@michaellabonte6390]

Most don't but to be fair it's a difficult speech pattern for most

[@JacobyJ56]

I'll take my science over your magic. One takes brains the other takes dark eyeliner

[@rickybryan1759]

Appreciate the effort into this one

[@frozenlizard3370]

I think a cool host for Etrigan would be Zatanna. They both have talkining gimmick tied to their character: Zatanna speaks backwards to use magic, Etrigan only speaks in rhymes.

[@TheUtubers]

You guys really outdone yourselves with this one 😂❤fantastic editing and story telling guys 👏👏👏

[@LeviChurch]

Gone gone the form of Watchtower, arise the demon Watchmojo dot com!

[@crowzur6055]

I think this is your funniest video honestly. Love demon James

[@ToonJukka]

I always appreciate the tidbit information such as "this episode/comic issue is the only one to include XYZ" 💥👍👍

[@slynthehedgehog8061]

Wait, so, Kirby took The most campy Comic-book series ever, and decided to make what many consider his Magnum Opus within it ? That is a f**king power move.

[@jamesgrenier8856]

I appreciate the work you put into this video

[@squeethemog213]

Well that was a really fun vid. Looking forward to checking out more of your stuff 😄

[@feedthebig9707]

I was like holy shit this video is elite how’s it only have 150 views .. then I realized you just posted it ….

[@LowellLucasJr.]

This video was such a great, it was an amazing display! I really enjoyed The Etragan, cutaway! The issues covered, are amazing, quite true! Yet are overpriced on ebay, this simply won't do. I appreciate the hard work, your staff always shares! Though I know it takes time, that we are unaware. The Watch Tower is a channel that always makes me smile, even though your videos do take a little while!😂 I wish you all a very splendid Halloween, so now if you'll excuse me, I just heard a scream!!! 😨 🎃

[@tigerlord9302]

Semi-related but the possibility of a Catwoman cameo in JLU, might be the Yolanda Montez version of Wildcat if Ted Grant trained her and had her as a backup member for him. Oh yeah and the suit’s pretty similar too.

[@QuantumRangerPower]

I really like the video effects and editing for this video, I appreciate the effort. Well done and informative as always.

[@dcauwatchtower]

Thank you!

[@shelbybayer200]

I like that when Etrigan interrupted the Couple Terry is shown in costume face palming

[@frogspropshop6211]

I feel the Demon would truly shine, in the body of John Constantine. (I know most media pronounce it Constanteen but it’s not.)

[@clementine2234]

Awesome! I get excited when I see a notification that you've posted!

[@steelydyl]

If etrigan the demon were no longer Jason blood perhaps he’d do well as a Robin? Not dick or Tom but maybe the second Todd, Jason

[@ESTComics]

Damn, I have the same eating style as Etrigan

[@chucklebutt4470]

Wtf, this was awesome. First vid I've seen on this channel. 10/10 Don't listen to the haters about your skits, I loved it!

[@KairuHakubi]

gotta love using Morgan le Fay in an ad for Morgan & Morgan

[@peteartieda58]

Kinda new to the channel but I'm so impressed of how well made each video is. The topics are interesting, the research is extensive but the presentation of the information is engaging and dynamic.

[@dcauwatchtower]

Thank you! Welcome!

[@askadoctorifheresyisright4you]

Objection! There is always time for puppets.

[@finnj.harrison6139]

For the Demon to not be bonded with a Jason would be quite Odd, I say maintain the white streaked hair with new host: Jason Todd!

[@EV_Comics]

I love the cut from the super edited transformation of Etrijames to the goofy filter version XD

[@jakeproven256]

By the way Robert Englund also voiced the Riddler in The Batman 2004.

[@MrCoolioto]

I absolutely ship Jason Blood with Kyle, his friend from the Beyond comic. Massive twink boyfriend energy

[@the-phanatic-99]

gone, gone the form of man, rise the demon ETRIGAN. always a fun character. poor Jason Blood tho

[@GabePuratekuta]

If he can't do it, we're all dead!

[@RadioofHorror]

This was amazing ty

[@Excellsion]

2:52 1. Don't know if it still exists. 2. Yes, I know of it. - Person in quoted age bracket.

[@chriswellons]

Giddy up, little partner…how about a new host for Etrigan being the Guy Gardner?

[@enzovulkoor]

Well I asked Google's bard if it knew of Etrigan. It told me that his key phrase was "Flame On." So I guess, he's bonded to Johnny Storm now and hopped franchises. Though I feel like that pairing would be amusing.

[@andrescorcoll1477]

I like a lot the Demon comics from Alan "La Bruja" Grant. Long live La Comiqueando!

[@theRealSlimJD]

Shocked to have only now discovered this channel!! I’d like to welcome me to the group and I extend myself your gracious hospitality!

[@brenthatcher5748]

This is SO FUNNY!! Thanks!!

[@sinnyboy9317]

Loved the video, this has been my 3rd rewatch of it while I work on art. Would honestly watch a James and Etrijames Halloween review video annually. Great stuff peeps!!! Also give us a Derek Fridolfi unfinished Justice League Beyond arcs video pronto, maybe even get some interview insights as well. I want that knowledge presented my eye orbs by you Databoys!! Make it so 😈🤙

[@dcauwatchtower]

Thank you! That video is indeed on the horizon. 😊

[@benandrews7956]

I refuse to believe that like every single person that uses youtube fairly reguarly (even less than other social media) isn't just trippin' on life somehow. Like, whether they were born with it, gifted into it or worked for it, everybody can create content. And i appreciate your content alot, keep rocking on.

[@Kyle_Noronha]

It would be interesting to see Ra’s as the demon Etrigan. He is known as the head of the demon. Why not give him the chance to be more than just a man?

[@Raptermonster24]

what on earth is the trick or treating he keeps mentioning?

[@Demideity6]

This is a good video, never knew how big of an appearance he made in the DCAU

[@DaeCrow]

Loved this! We don’t talk enough about Etrigan and I actually read all the Batman Beyond comics when I was a kid so I remembered some of these moments. The dialogue with Etrijames was really funny as well.

[@ChrissieBear]

4:00 Bro turned into Joel Haver xD