Why Made in Abyss Leaves You Craving More

[@nevercanyoucant]

Worldbuilding in this is crack. When it spurs the head canon and I find myself imagining myself in that world that's it. I don't know what else compares other than FMA

[@VogJam]

Yeah, I can definitely see that. That’s the sort of thing I mean about how the worldbuilding draws you in. It’s got that balance perfectly between showing the viewer that there’s a lot more detail to the world, but not overwhelming them with lore and exposition.

[@nevercanyoucant]

@@VogJam Agreed , leaving some mystery and gaps and prompting the audience to imagine. Also, just remember yu-gi-oh's world building was insane.... lmao..

[@VogJam]

@@nevercanyoucant Of course, who could ever forget Beyblade Moses

[@LenxXxRinO2]

Amazing analysis of many thoughts I had but could not formulate into words. This series is incredible- I’ve rewatched it around 5-6 times :)

[@VogJam]

Thanks! I kind of struggled with getting some of the points into words, so it’s nice to hear when they resonate with someone else. I loved watching this show and I look forward to getting to rewatch it when those new episodes come out.

[@vspence2]

I usually stray away from stories where the central themes are loss and death, but it’s a testament to the unique allure of Made in Abyss that keeps me craving more even though I know it’s tragic and painful. Great analysis. Thank you for writing this video essay.

[@VogJam]

Thanks. Yeah, knowing that it’s going to be a painful ride is all part of the Made in Abyss experience. For me, it’s the draw of the mystery that keeps pulling me back despite that.

[@Nakaska]

I just can't stop thinking about it. I finished watching the movie over a month ago and have watched many other things since yet I always come back with my thoughts to this show. What is the Abyss? Does it end? So many questions. Even the characters in the show keep asking themselves what makes the Abyss so magnetic which is so meta when you think about it. Also, one of my favourite little details in the show is that of all the characters, we get to hear the most inner thoughts from the one who is a robot which makes us question even more his true nature. It's just perfect. Even the wait for the next season is part of the experience.

[@VogJam]

Thanks. That’s a neat point about Reg being the most introspective, I hadn’t thought of it like that. I think what’s really impressive about MiA’s meta side is that as cool as that concept is, it puts the work in everywhere else to build up to that. The Abyss reflecting the mystery of the story doesn’t work if the story is weak, or the worldbuilding is lazy, or the characters are uninteresting. There’s a lot of work that goes into it getting the viewer invested before you can turn the lens around and make them question how invested they are.

[@OdenKanzaki]

DUDE SAME!! (sorry for caps)

[@bbgamez9293]

This anime has always touched my heart. Despite its dark parts.

[@VogJam]

Agreed, and I think its darkness helps to make the emotional moments more touching.

[@mayam2133]

this was really great! i've watched lots of made in abyss video essays but never one that touched on how we as the viewer are also giving up something to see the bottom, our comfort. i'd never even thought about that before and it gave me even more love for a series that i thought i'd seen every possible analysis of. really great video !! :)

[@VogJam]

Thanks! Always nice to hear that my video got someone to see a show in a new light, especially one they already loved. Now season 2's airing and I'm hyped!

[@ZorimePati]

How do you only have less than 50 views!? Your videos are so well made! Also nice Hololive refrence, Nene's name dose remind me of the best character in the series.

[@VogJam]

Thanks, I’m just glad that those who’ve watched the video seem to like it. The Hololive bit was a complete accident, I genuinely wrote “Nenechi” in the script. I only noticed it when I was recording and decided to turn it into a joke.

[@GhostEmblem]

9:00 Am I the only one who thought this was leading up to a commentary on one piece?

[@Dhrazor]

Great review! Probably one of the best I've seen about Made in Abyss. Thanks for your insights!

[@VogJam]

Thank you 🙏

[@clauliz5502]

I'm interested to know your thoughts on the Made in Abyss film. Also if you are looking for other shows to disect, look no futher than Infinity Train. It is definitely right up your alley.

[@VogJam]

Thanks, yeah, a few people have mentioned the movie, so I might need to do something on it. I’ve actually seen Infinity Train. The pilot looked really promising when it came out but I found the first season kind of underwhelming, gave up on it, then came back and binged seasons 2 & 3 which were incredible, then waited for season 4 and felt underwhelmed again. So yeah, I’m kind of up and down on that show. The concept is brilliant and I know the show is capable of living up to that premise, I just hope they get another chance to prove it because I’ve hear the future of the series is in doubt.

[@clauliz5502]

@@VogJam I think book 4 was underwhelming mostly cause it is the last one before stopping even though that was not at all the intent. The creator actually confirmed that Book 5 is already storyboarded but then CN pulled the plug. Book 4 was merely a breather after the drama of 3

[@VogJam]

Yeah, there’s definitely more story to be told, so it would be disappointing if they were forced to end on a weaker chapter. Especially after it was showing that it was finding a way to lean into darker storytelling after the movie to HBO.

[@victarionmagne3723]

great video, this earned another like and subscriber.

[@VogJam]

Thanks! I really appreciate it

[@lone_digger_2357]

Made in abyss is one of the best animes I ever see and my personal favorite because it's so fucking amazing and the way it plunges into the story its just great.

[@VogJam]

It’s an incredible series and I’m really excited for season 2

[@janaemalif8110]

wow! nice and perfect video I liked it and I watched the MIA and the GLT video it was nice and incredible too😊

[@VogJam]

Thank you for commenting! I’m glad that you enjoyed the videos.

[@creativeeveryday11]

Love this show

[@NewtracksVideos]

So good!

[@VogJam]

Thank you!

[@notzay5573]

as to answer the question of "how far will you go", far enough to read the manga and if you've read the manga you know why thats pretty far.

[@cronos4024]

How far am I willing to go? I started writing a book to get the tension and interest out!

[@VogJam]

Pretty far, then! Hope it turns out well.

[@danwilson12]

It's a little too dark for me I've watched spoilers and they too were a bit too heart wrenching for me to handle... I think I'll just stay out here watching reviews, synopsis', and reading around about the story. I don't want the abyss to gaze unto me

[@ThatAnimeSnob]

I can sum your entire video in one word: Mysterybait People love that, there is no need to overthink something so basic. BTW mysterybait is not good by itself if all you are looking for is more content and not good answers. Almost no story does it right.

[@VogJam]

That's fair, I would say that MiA does do a particularly good job on selling the audience its mystery though. I don't really go into it here but there's definitely a sense that the story is set up in a way that it depends on its questions and how satisfied people eventually end up with the story will depend on its answers.

[@Koro27]

with a ever so slight hint of loli stuff

[@regaubade8329]

*_irredeemable._*

[@VogJam]

I feel like that's your answer to everything, my dude.

[@regaubade8329]

@@VogJam lol. Great review fyi. Though I'm surprised you didn't bring up or show some images _Dawn of the Deep Soul (2020),_ while telling us about Season 2, which follows this movie. Also the manga, which has 5 volumes _more_ out yet, double the anime.

[@VogJam]

Thanks. I did manage to catch the movie after I recorded this, but yeah, in hindsight I should have mentioned it when I added the bit about season 2.

[@regaubade8329]

@@VogJam Nice. Because that movie was another masterpiece on so many levels.

[@Koro27]

@@regaubade8329 Hmmmm thats kinda sus {considering what happens to you, Reg}

[@syrenet]

Bondred did nothing wrong.

[@silly1goober]

This show is so good but the creator putting his weirdo things in it makes it a little bitter.