As old league player & passively expert lore (xD) I can give you not obvious spoilers about Warwick👀ツ ==> Warwick is creation of Singed how you might know. Lore changed but S2 gonna rehashe the old Signed/WW Bio. WW it's fusion of SilcoMINDVanderBODY. . I know more but I will stop at this that we gonna get more scenes in S2 of Warwick flashbacks. Also we should get conclusion of Viktor. He gonna lose/get corrupcted but not entirely since in lore he is not MAD. He is not forcing change, becouse YOU need to decide or something ¯\_(👀)_/¯
If you're loving Vi now, you're in for quite a ride. One of the most believably well-written badass female protagonists I've seen in awhile. You're in for a wild ride.
Vi is that rare beast among "strong female characters" these days... strong yet flawed, aggressive but moral, independent but nurturing, troubled but still very likable and relatable. Just using the terms "strong female" and "likable" in the description of the same character has become a rarity. And _Arcane_ has a bucket-load of them.
@@ariochivTrue. All the characters are so well written, they all have depth and dimensions. That's what makes this show exceptional. You could expect Riot to get the animation, the visuals and the music right. But they also tell an amazing story with great characters and great dialogues, easily one of the best written shows of the last years.
Mary is one of us, League degenerates. I also played in my late teens, through university. I also met my gf in League. We used Ventrilo, Team Speak, and then much later on, Discord. That game has touched so many lives. There is something touching seeing a fellow millenial having had such a similar experience.
I never played the game and this has become one of my all time favorite shows. I only knew about Jinx, Vi, Caitlyn, and a couple other details. I feel it made things better because I have no idea who lives except those 3. Silco is such a perfect villain. His character is so well written. (I mean, they all are, but he stands out to me) I can't wait for season 2 later this year.
You are one of a VERY few reactors that GOT the parallel between Silco/Vander and Powder/Vi when Powder throws herself at Silco. EVERYONE jumps right to oh his a manipulative bastard that's just going to use her. You'd be right, at first. "Hello little girl, where is your sister?" is absolutely manipulative he's like a predator letting smaller prey live to draw out bigger prey. But as soon as she says "She's NOT my sister anymore!" his expression changes immediately. This is no longer prey, this is himself in his arms lamenting a perceived betrayal bigger than anything could be imagined.
Because constantly talking about how "everyone betrays us" isn't manipulative? I see so many people commenting this, that since he's not trying to mastermind something he's not manipulative. But like, manipulation doesn't have to be so moustache-twirling. Most abusers aren't trying to manipulate for some long-term game-plan, they manipulate because that's what they've been conditioned to do, subconsciously. It's just how they interact with the world, now.
@@Crazy_Diamond_75 Never said he wasn't being manipulative still. My point is its establishing a fundamental difference between EVERYONE else he manipulates and Powder. He views the entirety of the underground as a nation that deserves freedom at any cost and because he's ONLY ever looking at them on a group level his manipulation is cold calculated and impersonal they are means to an end even if they individually are missing out on the very thing he believes he is fighting for. When he asks her where her sister is in THAT moment Powder is NO different than any of the people addicted to shimmer or turned into monsters a literal means to an end. One of the things the show does exceptionally well despite not a lot of people noticing is very realistic eye motions from Silco's eye's darting to the upper right when told he had to give up jinx, to how his eyes and expression change when Powder says "She's not my sister any more." I would argue THIS was HIS "moment on the bridge" Vander had at the beginning both coming face to face with an INDIVIDUAL, personal cost and both men abandoned their current actions to comfort an individual. The main difference between Vander and Silco is Silco holds on to his belief that the noble thing for the group AND Jinx is to push through to freedom
This was one of the few great shows that I've watched in the last few years. The story, the characters, the spectacular visuals. This show was an unexpected gem.
The reason for why the art style is so unique is that they start with 3D models and then hand paint them with 2D textures and use classic 2D animation techniques. It is apparently a LOT of work!
Your LoL experience is why in my childhood my mom and I agreed one day that I will ask before when she plans to make dinner, so I knew if I could play a match before that xD.
@@blondymonk1535 So u telling me that first season of avatar is better than arcane first season? U need to rewatch avatar 😂 Maybe overall it's better, but u can't compare fullshow to 1 season. it's not fair
@@JohnnyTravolta Where did you refer to the first season? You're the one talking about 'Best animated show ever'. But yeah, even the first season of ATLA i would rank above Arcane season 1.
@@blondymonk1535 Sorry, ATLA is good, but not even close to as amazing as Arcane. Arcane's first season alone is better than ATLA in its entirety in every aspect.
As a long time League player, im very much looking forward to this. Arcane is absolutely amazing and since you have played the game and have atleast some knowledge of champs and lore i think you are gonna love this show.
I just watched the first four episodes of an incredible show called The Legend of Vox Machina, which has been around for two seasons now. It's sooo good. The storyline, character arcs, animation, humor...everything is top notch and a true pleasure to watch. You should put it on your list of future reactions. Worth your time.
I knew you'd really enjoy this. Being a League of Legends player is a double-edged sword; there are references that you'll get, but you spend effort thinking about what goes where rather than just enjoying the story.
I never played LoL, but this show drew me in straight away, the writing and character development in this show is phenomenal, and it gets even better in the next act.
Arcane, Peaky blinders, Daredevil's 2nd season, Warrior 2011, The Dark Knight, V for Vendetta etc no matter how many times you watch just can't get bored.
A wonderful show, a shining star in this dark times of TV and movies and a great reaction. Although I don’t think the cat died in the first episode , I think the rat died because of the drug (shimer). It makes Decard’s later comment “It will kill me” about drinking it make more sense.
I would recommend the Legends of Runeterra game for anyone who is into the world, that's how I got introduced to it. Heaps of amazing artwork and lore, just be wary of spoilers if you want to check it out. Also it's free.
oh I was about to comment FINALY- right as you start kicking yourself in the butt for not watching this sooner lol I rank this next to Avatar the Last Airbender on a scale for brilliant character writing in an animated series, this show is just gold plated; from the story to the artwork can't wait for you to catch up and be stuck waiting for season 2 with the rest of us!
Oh my, you're right! Marcus is like the guy from Andor! Except I actually liked that guy's screen time because he's such a pissbaby that everything about him was hilarious.
Ryze is unconfirmed, but I think there's far too much evidence there to say that he's not. Kindred and Teemo are easter-eggs in season 1, not characters. Unless I'm missing something, is Ambessa Medarda a league character now?
7:20 don't mean to be rude or anything but don't expect to see all the champs from the game in the show (actually I'd say it's like 15 champs at best from all the actual rooster) so just sit and relax about what you see, no need to overthink. Akali is not even related to Zaun in absolutely any way possible.
I don’t know what you are talking about. If you only watch 3 movies a year, then sure, but we literally had one of the best years for cinema in 2023; it had so many incredible films and one of the best years for TV shows too. So yeah, if you are casual and only watch a few films, then sure, I get why you would think that.
Arcane is one of the best made stories in the last 20 years. Since you are a fan of League, if you have not watched the "Still here" short from Riot you may want to see it.
Linear time is a fuckin' trip, man. It's so weird to me that people who played League of Legends as high school kids are now legit adults with children and everything! 🤯
Honestly this show is better without knowing much about the game or it's characters. Because you don't know where these characters are going and who is going to make it especially after the tone episode 3 set.
I never would have thought that Mary was a LoL OG player 😆
that vader edit lmao... and then the luigi scream. amazing.
Very fitting with how this whole arc looks like a Sith origin story.
As old league player & passively expert lore (xD) I can give you not obvious spoilers about Warwick👀ツ
==>
Warwick is creation of Singed how you might know. Lore changed but S2 gonna rehashe the old Signed/WW Bio. WW it's fusion of SilcoMINDVanderBODY. . I know more but I will stop at this that we gonna get more scenes in S2 of Warwick flashbacks. Also we should get conclusion of Viktor. He gonna lose/get corrupcted but not entirely since in lore he is not MAD. He is not forcing change, becouse YOU need to decide or something
¯\_(👀)_/¯
"Scratch out Powder, Jinx"
Me" 😭 😭 😭
somehow I couldn't force myself to call her Jinx until the end of the show😢
If you're loving Vi now, you're in for quite a ride. One of the most believably well-written badass female protagonists I've seen in awhile. You're in for a wild ride.
Thank you so much, Dan!! :)
Vi is that rare beast among "strong female characters" these days... strong yet flawed, aggressive but moral, independent but nurturing, troubled but still very likable and relatable. Just using the terms "strong female" and "likable" in the description of the same character has become a rarity. And _Arcane_ has a bucket-load of them.
@@ariochivTrue. All the characters are so well written, they all have depth and dimensions. That's what makes this show exceptional. You could expect Riot to get the animation, the visuals and the music right. But they also tell an amazing story with great characters and great dialogues, easily one of the best written shows of the last years.
I love Vi so much. ❤❤❤
yet shes nothing compared to jinx
This series is a Masterclass in storytelling... And animation, and characterization, and psychology, and Greek tragedy, and...etc.
^voice acting, editing, characters, visuals, score and soundtrack, etc….
@@reynaldolorenzo8409 indeed!
Oooop unexpected but let's gooo. I didn't know you played LoL but it makes me wanna watch ur reaction even more.
19:47 that was an awesome editing choice lol
Powder is a traumatized child with severe separation anxiety.
Oh just wait until Act 2. I binged it in one night and rewatched it the day after. It's amazing.
Mary is one of us, League degenerates.
I also played in my late teens, through university. I also met my gf in League.
We used Ventrilo, Team Speak, and then much later on, Discord.
That game has touched so many lives.
There is something touching seeing a fellow millenial having had such a similar experience.
I never played the game and this has become one of my all time favorite shows. I only knew about Jinx, Vi, Caitlyn, and a couple other details. I feel it made things better because I have no idea who lives except those 3. Silco is such a perfect villain. His character is so well written. (I mean, they all are, but he stands out to me) I can't wait for season 2 later this year.
There were a couple of weeks in youtube history when "youtubers getting wrecked by episode 3" was almost a separate show.
You are one of a VERY few reactors that GOT the parallel between Silco/Vander and Powder/Vi when Powder throws herself at Silco.
EVERYONE jumps right to oh his a manipulative bastard that's just going to use her.
You'd be right, at first.
"Hello little girl, where is your sister?" is absolutely manipulative he's like a predator letting smaller prey live to draw out bigger prey.
But as soon as she says "She's NOT my sister anymore!" his expression changes immediately. This is no longer prey, this is himself in his arms lamenting a perceived betrayal bigger than anything could be imagined.
Because constantly talking about how "everyone betrays us" isn't manipulative? I see so many people commenting this, that since he's not trying to mastermind something he's not manipulative. But like, manipulation doesn't have to be so moustache-twirling. Most abusers aren't trying to manipulate for some long-term game-plan, they manipulate because that's what they've been conditioned to do, subconsciously. It's just how they interact with the world, now.
@@Crazy_Diamond_75 Never said he wasn't being manipulative still. My point is its establishing a fundamental difference between EVERYONE else he manipulates and Powder. He views the entirety of the underground as a nation that deserves freedom at any cost and because he's ONLY ever looking at them on a group level his manipulation is cold calculated and impersonal they are means to an end even if they individually are missing out on the very thing he believes he is fighting for. When he asks her where her sister is in THAT moment Powder is NO different than any of the people addicted to shimmer or turned into monsters a literal means to an end.
One of the things the show does exceptionally well despite not a lot of people noticing is very realistic eye motions from Silco's eye's darting to the upper right when told he had to give up jinx, to how his eyes and expression change when Powder says "She's not my sister any more." I would argue THIS was HIS "moment on the bridge" Vander had at the beginning both coming face to face with an INDIVIDUAL, personal cost and both men abandoned their current actions to comfort an individual. The main difference between Vander and Silco is Silco holds on to his belief that the noble thing for the group AND Jinx is to push through to freedom
This was one of the few great shows that I've watched in the last few years. The story, the characters, the spectacular visuals. This show was an unexpected gem.
This is one of those shows that came out of nowhere and blew me away like few things have. Buckle up, this is only the start.
The reason for why the art style is so unique is that they start with 3D models and then hand paint them with 2D textures and use classic 2D animation techniques. It is apparently a LOT of work!
Your LoL experience is why in my childhood my mom and I agreed one day that I will ask before when she plans to make dinner, so I knew if I could play a match before that xD.
Best animated show ever. The story, the artwork, the music. It's just brilliant
ATLA>>>>>>>>
@@blondymonk1535 So u telling me that first season of avatar is better than arcane first season? U need to rewatch avatar 😂 Maybe overall it's better, but u can't compare fullshow to 1 season. it's not fair
@@JohnnyTravolta Where did you refer to the first season? You're the one talking about 'Best animated show ever'.
But yeah, even the first season of ATLA i would rank above Arcane season 1.
@@blondymonk1535 Sorry, ATLA is good, but not even close to as amazing as Arcane. Arcane's first season alone is better than ATLA in its entirety in every aspect.
@@eternal7912 Not even close.
As a long time League player, im very much looking forward to this. Arcane is absolutely amazing and since you have played the game and have atleast some knowledge of champs and lore i think you are gonna love this show.
Singed is the scientist working with Silco
Best animated show I've seen in a long long time. Can't wait for season 2. And I've never played League and knew nothing about it before this.
This show is awesome! The animation and story are great! Awesome character development!😊
Oh my god, chores needing to be done that moment when itd be 20 minutes max before the game was over, those were the days.
I love how every LoL player starts off like, 'I've never heard of Powder." Sure you have. You just don't know it yet.
Omg Arcane, I always so happy to see new reactor reacting to this show. I just love it that much lmao
Singed works for Silco. He was the one who produced the drug Shimmer. Silco is the boss.
OMG GETTING CALLED TO EAT WITH FAMILY WHILE YOU'RE IN A LEAGUE GAME IS SO RELATABLE!!!
I just watched the first four episodes of an incredible show called The Legend of Vox Machina, which has been around for two seasons now. It's sooo good. The storyline, character arcs, animation, humor...everything is top notch and a true pleasure to watch. You should put it on your list of future reactions. Worth your time.
"scratch out Powerder, she is just Jinx" - and that is the whole problem right here :D
I knew you'd really enjoy this. Being a League of Legends player is a double-edged sword; there are references that you'll get, but you spend effort thinking about what goes where rather than just enjoying the story.
Absolutely this! I let go of the 'looking for characters' a while in and just decided to enjoy the story we got :)
@@MovieswithMary Pretty easy to do that when it grips you so hard.
who ever edited the titanic necklace drop thing in there is a Genius.
27:03 lmao this was a gem of editing, thank you for it 😂
Arcane + The Wire, Andor and The Pacific, wow what a selection of incredible series!
your in for a wild ride :) act 1 is very "setting the scene"
I never played LoL, but this show drew me in straight away, the writing and character development in this show is phenomenal, and it gets even better in the next act.
Not being able to come down for dinner was exactly why I uninstalled League lmao that is WAY too accurate
Arcane, Peaky blinders, Daredevil's 2nd season, Warrior 2011, The Dark Knight, V for Vendetta etc no matter how many times you watch just can't get bored.
I’m might sound like a maniac but my fav part is when they all died I love that seen it made me so happy for some reason😅😅
whoever your editor is, they are incredible!! love the content
Let’s freaking gooooo! I adore this show. Didn’t enjoy my brief time playing League, but this show is one of my all time favorites
Everyone always gushes about Vi but Jinx is my favorite!
This is going to be awesome.
Nice monarch pfp
So glad you’re finally watching this! And if I remember correctly season 2 is coming this year
Never played league but this show is a masterpiece.
My bestfriend and I still use Skype when we play league 😂
I remember watching you watching One piece.. Now im here with Arcane!
Just found this reaction. Enjoy the ride, greatest animated narrative ever imho.
You can always tell when a reactor is really enthralled by the show. They slip back into their native language. Bravo! You're in for a ride.
I’m so very happy you’re finally reacting to this. It’s so good. I wish the edited versions were stand alone instead of by act. But I understand.
Outstandingly good reaction! What a show.
A wonderful show, a shining star in this dark times of TV and movies and a great reaction. Although I don’t think the cat died in the first episode , I think the rat died because of the drug (shimer). It makes Decard’s later comment “It will kill me” about drinking it make more sense.
"Maybe she'll be the hero for once"
The Jayce falling edit killed me! Great reaction, subscribed!
I like the relationship between vi and caitlyn
I would recommend the Legends of Runeterra game for anyone who is into the world, that's how I got introduced to it. Heaps of amazing artwork and lore, just be wary of spoilers if you want to check it out. Also it's free.
I hope you're enjoying Arcane, it's one of my favorite shows ever.
Hope you enjoyed this series Mary! Its a good ride, well worth the watch.
Wow that's so funny, i met my wife on league! still play to this day as well
Arcane is amazing! And you are amazing! Really love to see how you watching this)
Finally!!!! So happy you're watching this!
Please continue with the Star Trek franchise.
Great reaction (as usual😀). Just a pity you didn't choose to do a seperate reaction for each episode. This series is worth it.
This show got me into the game(the mobile version anyway).
3:28 "I've never heard of powder" 😭
Yes!
oh I was about to comment FINALY- right as you start kicking yourself in the butt for not watching this sooner lol
I rank this next to Avatar the Last Airbender on a scale for brilliant character writing in an animated series, this show is just gold plated; from the story to the artwork
can't wait for you to catch up and be stuck waiting for season 2 with the rest of us!
You played League over Skype? oh man the nostalgia hitting hard.
Oh my, you're right! Marcus is like the guy from Andor! Except I actually liked that guy's screen time because he's such a pissbaby that everything about him was hilarious.
Champions that are in this season:
Vi, Jinx, Ekko, Singed, Caitlyn, Jayce, Ryze, Heimerdinger, Viktor, Kindred, Teemo & Ambessa Medarda in 2025
Ryze is unconfirmed, but I think there's far too much evidence there to say that he's not.
Kindred and Teemo are easter-eggs in season 1, not characters.
Unless I'm missing something, is Ambessa Medarda a league character now?
@@shikahn Ambessa will be in 2025
I never played the game, but i really liked the show.
best series in a like 10 years
Loved the review!
31:13 that's Mario's voice lol
What a great reaction! First time saw you unconsciously switching to another language
We had the same childhood lol
_“Faces fading in the flames, It was all her fault”_
~ General *Swain*
I couldn't care less about League of Legends game-wise, but this was masterfully done. I really hope they do many, many more.
I think my friend said it best "the best thing about league of legends is that the show has nothing to do with league of legends"
that vader edit was amazing
You missed Warwick (you will understand by the end or by theories which are pretty much confirmed).
editing is on point.
YES YES YES!!!! Finally !
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS 😤 🎉 🔥
love and blessings!
Haven't seen this show but algorithm comment anyway!
I can't recommend it highly enough.
7:20 don't mean to be rude or anything but don't expect to see all the champs from the game in the show (actually I'd say it's like 15 champs at best from all the actual rooster) so just sit and relax about what you see, no need to overthink. Akali is not even related to Zaun in absolutely any way possible.
Its a masterpiece which is amazing with 99% of film and tv over the last decade being garbage or mediocre at best. Still can't believe how good it is.
I don’t know what you are talking about. If you only watch 3 movies a year, then sure, but we literally had one of the best years for cinema in 2023; it had so many incredible films and one of the best years for TV shows too. So yeah, if you are casual and only watch a few films, then sure, I get why you would think that.
@@reynaldolorenzo8409 2023 best years in film lol, keep watching that woke diverse garbage.
YSS YSSS FINALLY!! I AM SO APPY!
Great edits! Episode 2 especially.
Arcane is one of the best made stories in the last 20 years.
Since you are a fan of League, if you have not watched the "Still here" short from Riot you may want to see it.
Oooo I'm stoked for this!
Linear time is a fuckin' trip, man. It's so weird to me that people who played League of Legends as high school kids are now legit adults with children and everything! 🤯
I tell you i was wheezing when you said :
Damn ezreal has seen better days😂
LOL background...background...background. I'm sorry I never played the game, I just liked the story seeing for first time, so different perspective.
league of legens lol. i remember those days as well haha
yesssssss another victim👹👹👹
7:35 you might have, under a different name. If the theories are right, he is a jungler, that is all I will say until you finish the series though.
lmao I love the edits
Honestly this show is better without knowing much about the game or it's characters. Because you don't know where these characters are going and who is going to make it especially after the tone episode 3 set.
I'd suggest "Blue Eye Samurai", great one too, but with all the blood and sex and violence... better later