WHAT IF !?!?!... ARCANE - 2X7 "PRETEND LIKE ITS THE FIRST TIME" // first time reaction/review

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  • Опубликовано: 4 фев 2025

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  • @bullen9878
    @bullen9878 12 часов назад +5

    "Jayce had to face hell to understand the burden of responsibility and the sacrifices needed for progress and leadership. Ekko had to leave his heaven to grow resilient, realizing that creating change means confronting harsh realities and letting go of the innocence of his past." - Some wise man

  • @DMNThieu
    @DMNThieu 2 дня назад +31

    “Oh no! I don’t know where my tissues are.”
    Fatal error lol

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад +1

      LITERALLY

    • @8D2BFREE
      @8D2BFREE 2 дня назад

      @@caitsfirsttake you cant let your Gard down on this one.

  • @_MrToast_
    @_MrToast_ 2 дня назад +16

    I will never forget that dancing scene... It made me feel so many different emotions. I still listen to the song pretty much every day.

    • @jshskylark
      @jshskylark 2 дня назад +4

      I feel you on that one. I genuinely fell into a depression for a few days afterwards. Above everything it made me feel lonely for some reason. Incredible the effect something can have on you.

    • @_MrToast_
      @_MrToast_ 2 дня назад +4

      @@jshskylark Jup same. Loneliness in a way of ''will i ever have something like this''. I mean just imagine dancing to that song with your loved one. Arcane made me cry more in 2 seasons, than any other show i've watched combined 😅Such a masterpiece.

    • @TheFoolsbane
      @TheFoolsbane День назад

      The fact that it was drawn in 4 FPS to signify a memory that Ekko will relive over and over again was another amazing touch to that scene. This fn show...

  • @darkguardian50
    @darkguardian50 2 дня назад +13

    This is my favorite episode of the whole series. Also from a writing standpoint a stellar example of a "bottle episode". All those questions we have had for the last 6 episodes, many of them are answered or explained here. The weight of this episode is crushing because we know where it leads (for Jayce) and its heartbreaking. But what Ekko experiences gives us hope for him. One of my favorite little tidbits is the dance sequence with Powder and Ekko was animated at 4fps, as a nod to Ekko's Chronobreak ability (being able to go back in time 4 seconds). A fun bit for both watchers of the series and those who play the game as well.

    • @mullworm
      @mullworm 2 дня назад +1

      Zaun went a good way for 2 reasons in my opinion. 1st, Heimerdinger managed a lot during the 3 years (he said by himself) he arrived before Ekko. 2nd, Silco has read the letter from Vander.

    • @lastthing8173
      @lastthing8173 День назад +1

      ​@mullworm 3 marcus (and maybe the council) got to see what the undercity had to do to survive, and the dangers and costs (Vi's life) associated with it.

  • @evilwelshman
    @evilwelshman 2 дня назад +9

    26:11 It's virtually impossible to catch without pausing but the pendant that Ekko gave Powder, when spinning, forms the image of a blue rose with Powder and Ekko's faces in it facing opposite directions. Blue roses are impossible in nature and so are sometimes used as a symbol of an impossible love / connection and/or one that is just out of reach. 🥺🥺

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад +2

      @@evilwelshman that’s so sweet and sad .. i love that detail

  • @craigetienne5937
    @craigetienne5937 2 дня назад +24

    As others have said, Blue Eye Samurai is great. One of my favorite shows in recent years is Andor. You don’t need to be a Star Wars fan or even know anything about that universe to enjoy it. Such an amazing show. It’s not anime, though

    • @WolfODonnelfan
      @WolfODonnelfan 2 дня назад +3

      I second your opinion of Andor. Probably the best SW show to have come out since Disney acquired the rights.

    • @jas3point14
      @jas3point14 2 дня назад +1

      ​@WolfODonnelfan I love Andor but she'd need to trim a lot, because it's got a lot of slower parts in-between the bigger moments.

    • @craigetienne5937
      @craigetienne5937 2 дня назад +1

      Andor is definitely a slower burn, but it has a lot of tense moments and scenes. Arcane has plenty of cuttable stuff too

    • @roliPoliCannoli
      @roliPoliCannoli 22 часа назад

      Imma throw in a suggestion for scavengers reign

    • @kiteflying9317
      @kiteflying9317 10 часов назад +1

      Andor is awesome

  • @lucasferreira7420
    @lucasferreira7420 2 дня назад +4

    this is definitely my favorite episode of the season, it's so beautiful 🥺🥰 I loved seeing Ekko and Powder (Jinx) so happy together 💞💚💙they are so cute , at least in that universe they got their happy ending , and that song ma meilleure ennemie is perfect 😍 this episode made me feel such a magical feeling, happy and sad at the same time

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад +2

      @@lucasferreira7420 I loved seeing them together 🥲🥲

  • @BaxterD
    @BaxterD 20 часов назад

    I think my favorite sentiment for this episode is that Jayce had to crawl out of Hell to get home, and Ekko had to give up Heaven. Episode is a beautiful dichotomy, and flows so smoothly from the last "two sides of every coin" episode. Certainly one of the best stand alone episodes in the series.

  • @scottfreehoff304
    @scottfreehoff304 День назад +1

    It's nice to see your orange cat treating you the same way mine did when watching this the first time.

  • @ronpittman8359
    @ronpittman8359 2 дня назад +3

    You're pretty observant. 👍🏽 Most people didn't notice that the reflection in the grandfather clock is Jinx not powder. I didn't catch it either.

  • @ericsanford536
    @ericsanford536 2 дня назад +7

    the 'tip' she's talking about is the job to rob Jayce in the first place, Vander was never taken in this world because they got caught in that job and Silco never had an opportunity to turn Vander in. Presumably something about that leads to Silco and Vander making up and things all go different.

    • @BruceRKF
      @BruceRKF День назад

      Plus, Silco might have found Vander's letter.

  • @Danthrax81
    @Danthrax81 2 дня назад +1

    It's especially gut wrenching seeing how much of a sweetheart AU Powder was. In the life she deserved. It really speaks volumes to the overwhelming damage trauma caused Jinx

  • @juho1891
    @juho1891 2 дня назад +1

    If you like vampire shows, the classic is Buffy, the Vampire Slayer. It's a pretty old show at this point, so it might take some getting used to, but it's got a pretty devoted fanbase that loves reaction videos. As for anime, I'd love to see a reaction to Chainsaw Man. Also, and this is a more controversial pick, but Citrus.

  • @Maldraek
    @Maldraek 2 дня назад +2

    4:10 I...I tried...but I didn't want to spoil it!

  • @tomschu6638
    @tomschu6638 2 дня назад +1

    love your reactions. you seem like a really thoughtful, open minded and nice person. Keep it up! Wish you all the best.
    Dont forget to press the bell icon folks.

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад +1

      @@tomschu6638 aww imma cry.. thank you :,)

    • @tomschu6638
      @tomschu6638 День назад

      @@caitsfirsttake you dont need to silly. A Smile is enough :)

  • @kiteflying9317
    @kiteflying9317 10 часов назад

    Your orange cat being orange 🍊 😂

  • @BruceRKF
    @BruceRKF 2 дня назад +4

    Well, there you are on the last act already. It's going down!
    This episode feels different to me to most Arcane episodes. It's an almost constant sense of anxiety (for Jayce) and heartthrob (for Ekko) throughout, not 'just' some particularly impactful emotional moments as in most episodes. Not my words, but rather fitting: Jayce had the strength to escape hell, Ekko had the strength to leave heaven.
    Since you asked for Anime recommendations: I might show my age here, but you will never go wrong with Cowboy Bebop. It's 27 years old now and is still one of the best Anime ever. It's an easy watch, since it's mostly episodic (Only 26 episodes as well) and has an excellent English dub (quite rare for Anime).
    Anyway, have a good one!

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад +2

      that’s an amazing way to put it.. heaven and hell.
      i’ve heard great things about that show!!

  • @tamasarpadnevery2030
    @tamasarpadnevery2030 2 дня назад +1

    Yeah, while a lot of people have already pointed out all the 4-frames-per-second references this episode, what I haven't seen mentioned (yet) is that if you go back to S1 Ep7, and measure how much time it takes for Ekko to reach Jinx in their fight (post-music video), it's also (almost exactly) 4 seconds (they've been wanting to give him time powers for a while now, huh?)
    On the topic of League cinematics, I'd absolutely recommend watching Bite Marks (Mel stuff), Get Jinxed (because of course), Warriors (which also features several character who aren't from Piltover/Zaun), along with the champion teasers of Warwick (The Wrath of Zaun), and Ekko's: Seconds (with all these in whatever order you prefer). You can also watch Annie: Origins and The Curse of the Sad Mummy, as neither of these require a massive deep dive into League's lore.
    And finally on my show recommendation (buckle up, this'll be a loooong section), I'd actually like to suggest a series which that I don't think anyone else would recommend to you (not cos it isn't good, but because they just don't know it exists lol), which is a show called Infinity Train (let me give you a quick tl;dr)!
    It's this animated sci-fi-comedy-action-horror-drama (produced by and for Cartoon Network originally), taking place on an infinite train, where every train car is like a mini pocket universe (the cars can literally range from a kingdom full of corgies, to a fart car, where everything is just a fart…). It's got 4 seasons, with 10 episodes each season, and every episode being about 11 minutes long (as per western cartoon standards), making it so that you can basically finish a season in a little under 2 hours (or, if you'd like, you can also take your time inbetween episodes, and get through the season at your own pace).
    Fair warning though, the show does get pretty dark at times (especially in season 3), and was also prematurally canceled by the studio making it (after season 4), leaving a number of loose ends in the show's story that may, or may never be answered/resolved (depending on whether or not the show ever gets picked up again).
    So yeah, there you have it! A unique show, intended for teens/young adults, with a 1980's-eque synthwave soundtrack, a tonne of characters to love, (quite a few to hate), and a LOT of moments to cry about, so I think you'd enjoy it a lot! :)

  • @VeggieGamer
    @VeggieGamer 2 дня назад

    It is never explained, but I presume Jayce was also killed in the explosion in his lab, which started the healing process between piltover and Saun. Victor sadly most probably passed away from his illness. I actually really like how this is never explained, but that is my 2 cents. I have seen some comments say that Jayce never got hold of the gem stones, but that is obviously not true cos of the explosion. We have no idea of Caitlyn also didn't make it. I kind of love that this is all up to interpretation.
    I have watched Arcane now countless times, and the couple of shots of Powder holding Vi's body are by FAR the hardest moments for me to rewatch. I love and HATE the fact they showed that XD Great reaction! This one serves as a bit of a break from the main story in a way, but is definitely one of the best episodes. Now... On to the final two.... 0_0

  • @harryballsak1123
    @harryballsak1123 2 дня назад +4

    If Jayce didn't die in the explosion, he likely got thrown in prison especially if something happened to Caitlyn. Viktor probably just eventually died of his disease.

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад +1

      yeah i like how we don’t really know!! and jayce potentially being in prison wouldn’t really be a great story to tell from a writers perspective

    • @tom74769
      @tom74769 2 дня назад +1

      Or Victor didn't come to stop Jayce from jumping off the building....

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад +1

      @ YUP. there are so many possibilities!!!

    • @leovk5779
      @leovk5779 День назад

      Or he got exiled from Piltover when the judgment before the council happened: after all, this time his unauthorized research caused the death of a child.

    • @harryballsak1123
      @harryballsak1123 День назад

      @@leovk5779 I doubt they'd risk letting him go elsewhere and continuing his work, but you never know. I think Vi's death is what help bring Zaun and Piltover together. Then Hiemerdinger's interference the last 3 years helping even more

  • @joaquinrojas1128
    @joaquinrojas1128 2 дня назад +1

    its so comfy to watch stuff with you😭new suscriber

  • @evilwelshman
    @evilwelshman 2 дня назад +1

    11:33 A (subtle?) touch in the background..... Powder's lair has safety rails, unlike Jinx's lair in the show's main universe, highlighting this universe's Powder's much healthier and stabler, less self-destructive mental state.

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад +2

      @@evilwelshman I NOTICED THAT… that makes me sick lolll

  • @nguyenmanhcuong5710
    @nguyenmanhcuong5710 День назад

    Perfect blue, redline. Both are amazing.

  • @roliPoliCannoli
    @roliPoliCannoli 22 часа назад

    9:00 the amount of time we've been waiting between season one and two 🙃

  • @taeusbrandt8046
    @taeusbrandt8046 2 дня назад +4

    I've really enjoyed your reactions. I figure I'd shoot my shot and recommend the anime Madoka Magica. Its only 12 episodes long plus a movie, so it wouldn't take that long to get through.

  • @odachi7240
    @odachi7240 2 дня назад +1

    Since you saw JJK I would recommend watching Chainsaw Man as an anime. It has only 12 episodes for now and it’s kinda similar to JJK in a way. It’s from the same studio that animated jjk and it has a great story.
    Great reaction! 🫶🏻

  • @NachoKat956
    @NachoKat956 2 дня назад +1

    great reactions. I would recommend The Bear or Squid Game for non anime reactions as well as Bocchi the Rock and Kaiju No.8 for anime.

  • @ericloflin6416
    @ericloflin6416 День назад

    Amazing reactions...

  • @darkguardian50
    @darkguardian50 2 дня назад +1

    Demon Slayer., Castlevania, Legend of Vox Machina for animated/anime. As far a league stuff. Bite Marks (obviously), Still Here (both the video and the live one from Worlds 2024), The Call, Warriors, Annie, and all the little Legend of Runeterra vignettes.

  • @rogvagen
    @rogvagen День назад

    You asked what happened to Jayce in the universe were Ekko and Heimy was thrown in to. Probably killed in the same explosion as Vi since no Hextech

  • @Bro-yktv
    @Bro-yktv 19 часов назад

    Best episode in the show imo. 10/10

  • @WolfODonnelfan
    @WolfODonnelfan 2 дня назад +1

    If you haven't watched it, I recommend Code Geass as an anime. It's probably my favorite anime to this date. Black Lagoon is a cool anime as well, it can be summed up with 'badass girls with lots of guns'.
    I also suggest you checking Riot Games' Welcome to Noxus video after you finish Arcane. It is animated by Fortiche as well and has the same style as Arcane.

  • @SCUBAguypnw
    @SCUBAguypnw 2 дня назад +4

    I was just wondering if you had dropped a video and four minutes later, I see you did drop a video. Would love to see you react to The Legend of Vox Machina, and or Blue Eyes Samurai.

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад +1

      thank you for the suggestions!! i will definitely look into those :)))

    • @SCUBAguypnw
      @SCUBAguypnw 2 дня назад

      Also, for non-animated, Firefly, Battlestar Galactica, The Expanse, and if you really want to go on an adventure you will never forget, Farscape (my all time favorite show).

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад +1

      @ thank you so much for these suggestions fr!

  • @dan1435
    @dan1435 2 дня назад +3

    If you haven’t seen avatar the last airbender, it’s one of the best shows of all time in my opinion. Would love to see your reaction to that if you haven’t already watched it

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад

      @@dan1435 i have not seen it! i’ll definitely put that on my list!

    • @vader9133
      @vader9133 2 дня назад

      @@caitsfirsttakeI second this vote

  • @loudp8901
    @loudp8901 2 дня назад +1

    PLEASE watch the 90s berserk, it’s a masterpiece that will pull on your heart like arcane, you won’t regret it

    • @vader9133
      @vader9133 2 дня назад

      I've heard every adaptation of berzerk has gone to shit

  • @Maldraek
    @Maldraek 2 дня назад

    41:02 The 4 second limit is directly from the game; Ekko's Z-Drive bounces him back to his position 4 seconds ago. The dance is set to 4 frames per second in honor of this.
    Also, if the song during this scene wrecked you in French, you really need to look up the English translation of the lyrics. Jeez.

  • @fenixardiente
    @fenixardiente День назад

    I would sugest: mob psycho (from one punch man writer), death note, code geass, frieren, full metal alchemist brotherhood, hells paradise, kaiju n8. All those are fairly good/popular that can be reacted to.
    Now time to watch the video ahah

  • @RougeWolf01
    @RougeWolf01 2 дня назад +6

    watch Blue Eye Samurai

  • @Spluush
    @Spluush 2 дня назад +1

    I have a few Anime suggestions : Death Note, DAN DA DAN, Chainsaw Man, Apothecary Diaries and Bocchi the Rock

  • @kez1z
    @kez1z 2 дня назад

    Watching this, it hurts knowing that if Zaun was a more stable place to live, Ekko & Powder's feelings for eachother could've blossomed into a romance.
    In the main universe, they never got the chance & whatever feelings they had for eachother, got buried after years of fighting.
    Some people interpret this episode as "What Could've Been" but personally, I look at it the same way Ekko does, after this episode, & see it as "What Could Still Be".
    There's still hope for Zaun & Jinx.

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад

      @@kez1z no that’s an even better way to put it actually!!

  • @sherkecringemonger9872
    @sherkecringemonger9872 2 дня назад

    She did it! She defeated the devil!

  • @NtoTheG34
    @NtoTheG34 2 дня назад

    Blue Eye Samurai or Cyberpunk Edgerunners- both fantastic

  • @vicentxarq-al957
    @vicentxarq-al957 2 дня назад

    Now, Powder have the stones and the knoweledge for using it.

  • @wartyrant8627
    @wartyrant8627 2 дня назад

    Cats gonna cat 😼

  • @Surgenium
    @Surgenium 2 дня назад

    I've been reminding you about tissues for 6 episodes. Thanks for letting me relive my favorite episode.
    My show suggestions: THE LAST OF US, Full Metal Alchemist: Brotherhood, Squid Game, Delicious in Dungeon, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End. Don't forget your tissues. 😉

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад +1

      I LOVE THE LAST OF US, i have seen the show unfortunately!!!
      THANK YOU FOR THE SUGGESTIONS!!
      (i won’t forget them next time💀)

    • @Surgenium
      @Surgenium 2 дня назад

      @@caitsfirsttake Well then, it's a good thing TLoU season 2 is on the way. Did you play the games?

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад +1

      @ yesss i did!! i’ve played the first one probably 7 times i love it

    • @Surgenium
      @Surgenium 2 дня назад

      Sweeeet! I hope we get to watch along on your channel when season 2 drops. All of the other shows I've mentioned play on the heartstrings in similar ways to Arcane and the Last of Us. Whatever you plan on doing, I'm glad I came across your channel! Keep up the great work!

  • @mullworm
    @mullworm 2 дня назад

    To understand the League cinematics you need to watch explanation videos (from Necrit for instance).

  • @harryballsak1123
    @harryballsak1123 2 дня назад

    for non-anime suggestions you could watch Stranger Things since the final season is coming in 2025. Game Of Thrones will probably being in good view numbers for you also. Never really watched Supernatural but it 327 episodes since it was on broadcast Tv for so many years. Not sure if you want to commit 6+ years watching that show. Dark is one of my favorites of all time. It's German( English dub sucks. So watchin the original German if you don't mind subtitles ) it's 3 seasons with 26 episodes but it's a complete story as they only intended 3 seasons. On the comedy side I like What We Do In The Shadows. It's kind of like The Office but with Vampires.

  • @Takomuchii-Cookie.Dep.Intern
    @Takomuchii-Cookie.Dep.Intern 2 дня назад

    Credit where credit is due but I read something in the lines of:
    Jayce was strong enough climb up of an almost impossible hell
    And Ekko was strong enough to let go of an almost perfect heaven
    Both to fight for their people in their rightful place.

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад

      that’s actually insane..and so depressing

  • @Odysee89
    @Odysee89 2 дня назад

    Cait, please keep in mind, that your TV in the back reflects quite good, so be careful about it ❤

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад

      yeah! i use it to sync my vid up with my reaction more easily.. i know it’s distracting

  • @Ghoulstille
    @Ghoulstille 2 дня назад

    In the alternate universe Jayce and Cait would have been killed in the same explosion as Vi. I'm thinking perhaps 2 arcane crystals were dropped instead of one hence a larger explosion and they might have been closer to the detonation. No Jayce so no Hextech. I think you would enjoy Fallout. I don't watch too much stuff either but Walton Goggins is in it and I love his acting so I checked it out and it was great. I watched Arcane cause I was curious about all the hype for it and now I'm a huge fan of it. There's a lot of shows but too many of them just aren't worth the watching.

  • @iggychan007
    @iggychan007 2 дня назад

    The Expanse !!!! It's leaving Prime in the near future. Touted as one of the most realistic si-fi's, after that I'm down with Blue Eye Samurai as well.

  • @jamesgardner6707
    @jamesgardner6707 День назад

    Just an FYI Yordles don't die, they get sent back yo Bandle City

  • @ch1dd
    @ch1dd 2 дня назад +1

    That cat was going to town, maybe you're crying more than just because of the tragedy in the show

  • @jam2944
    @jam2944 21 час назад

    my anime suggestion is Vinland Saga!!

  • @Landorulez
    @Landorulez День назад

    One piece!!! Content for years!!

  • @alus992
    @alus992 2 дня назад

    You should react ​ @caitsfirsttake to the Ekko Powder scene song "Ma meillure ennemie" with english subtitles - this song is even more heatrbreaking when you know their storyline and this episode.

  • @shivam6113
    @shivam6113 2 дня назад

    Can you do Frieren next?

  • @aero21121212
    @aero21121212 День назад

    Definitly want to suggest CYBERPUNK: EDGERUNNERS. Anime of the year in 2023 and its a shorter watch. If you like the way Arcane plays with your heart like a dog with a chewtoy then Edgerunners is for you!

  • @enzofornari6648
    @enzofornari6648 2 дня назад

    need to react solo leveling :_D

  • @insomniac2003
    @insomniac2003 2 дня назад

    wanna let you know i was your 900th subscriber!!!!! if you forget me, i will be under your bed (im kidding)

  • @nickolash4115
    @nickolash4115 2 дня назад

    Need legend😢

  • @vicentxarq-al957
    @vicentxarq-al957 2 дня назад

    Game of thrones is really great.

  • @mightycobalt3269
    @mightycobalt3269 День назад

    You should listen to the Amazon prime fallout show! It’s only eight episodes.

  • @Eduardo54cenationx2
    @Eduardo54cenationx2 2 дня назад

    You should watch Cyberpunk Edgerunners

  • @ericsanford536
    @ericsanford536 2 дня назад +1

    If you haven't seen Owl House then i suggest Owl House

  • @rudipl92
    @rudipl92 2 дня назад

    I suggest Demon Slayer if You haven't seen it. It's peak animation.

  • @matthewgandy9774
    @matthewgandy9774 2 дня назад

    You should watch Fairy Tail, its my favorite anime series. Attack on Titan is pretty good also.

  • @andrewciliberto5726
    @andrewciliberto5726 2 дня назад

    Hunter x Hunter and Demon Slayer

  • @miccarl1208
    @miccarl1208 2 дня назад

    I don't know if you deleted my post or yt deleted (sometimes it stupidly does that) but I sent over a great list of recommendations' of shows and movies to your yahoo email. Let me know if ya get the email or not.

    • @caitsfirsttake
      @caitsfirsttake  2 дня назад

      @@miccarl1208 i got them!!! thank you for the recommendationsssss

  • @danlyday7248
    @danlyday7248 День назад

    Someone told me the dance was animated at 4 frames per second because ekko keeps rewinding to "stay in one moment". I also think this is why he says can we pretend its the first time? Bro already kissed her lol.

  • @garwafmalebeste9871
    @garwafmalebeste9871 День назад

    Watch Buffy rather than Supernatural: way better show and nicer fans ;)

  • @Raztplays
    @Raztplays 2 дня назад

    Please watch Frieren