Marisha Ray, who voices Keyleth, has said she took a lot of inspiration from Avatar: The Last Air Bender when she created Keyleth. This whole episode is an honor to that show. They even got Janet Varney, the voice of Korra from TLA, to voice Keyleth's mother Vilya. Such a cool touch.
I also thought that Keyleth took more than one page from Disney’s interpretation of Rapunzel. They’re both easily excited and cheerful (though Keyleth is shyer and a bit more awkward), they’re both in their late late teens (physically and mentally in Keyleth’s case), they both love animals and nature, they both fall in love with and receive the love of a roguish, charming dark haired thief, they both have (or had in Rapunzel’s case) magical connections to natural elements like the Sun and they both start off as naive, insecure helpless damsels to a degree before becoming more assertive, brave confident and combat capable as time goes on.
The Ashari are a mix of races, descended from an ancient druid circle, and each group guards a rift to an elemental plane. They also pull power from that plane. I don't think this is a spoiler, just clarification.
The voice actor who is the voice of the sword Craven Edge is none other than Matt Mercer, the Game Master and creator of the world of Exandria that Critical Role and TLoVM takes place in. He also appears in and voices many other small characters through out the show. The guy Scanlan pisses on while reading the boards in S1E1. The weapons checker at the ball that the Briarwood’s attend with VM, the guard at the gates of Vasselheim just to name a few. Finding Matt in the show is kind of like a CR version of Where’s Waldo.
The comedy gold of Grog, a barbarian class player with a 6 Intelligence (10 is average) having a deep discussions with an intelligent magic sword is indescribable.
So the "I have passed through fire" thing in the Campaign was a teeny bit more impactful for Marisha(keyleth's player)on like a personal level for her and had a bigger build-up. I'm not mad at how they handled it here at all because this was AMAZING. There was a guest character who was sort of a mentor for Keyleth and someone who believed in her when she didn't believe in herself. WAAAAY after that guest had been on the show, they returned to where they met him to find a letter. The guest had hand written a letter and recorded himself reading it out loud which they played on the show. TL;DR version, he was a blacksmith who was thrust into a leadership role and spoke about how metal has to pass through fire in order to become what it was meant to be. And how all of her experiences, even the painful ones, have shaped her into the person she is. Included in the letter was a ring for Marisha(the person playing Keyleth). Engraved on the ring was, "I Have Passed Through Fire". It was a really touching moment that brought marisha(and all of us watching) to tears.
Yeah that "I Have Passed Through Fire" bit was on the back of an already extremely emotional episode and hit even harder since everyone was so raw. That line was incredible though, and I'm super happy they made it a part of Keyleth's backstory. Plus, the very next Keyleth moment after that was her telling Raishan to go f*ck herself which was a top tier Kiki moment in my opinion and a huge moment of her accepting her own power.
I have noticed that so many reaction channels seem to have forgotten she exists and can't recognize her voice. Not sure what they could have done differently to spark recognition
@@Vipre- even then we are made aware she is still around in this season. Plus you’d think it looking fabricated and not fleshy, and the face, would give it away.
So bit of backstory about the phrase "pass through fire". In the campaign, the author Patrick Rothfuss played a retired paladin named Ker who journeyed with Vox Machina for a short time. He and Keyleth formed a friendship and later after they parted ways he sent Keyleth a gift. Specifically, a ring and a letter explaining the ring. You can see it on youtube easily enough (search for Critical Role Ker's letter to Keyleth). The ring bore the inscription "I have passed through fire."
As an OG Critter I’ve always loved Kiki. And I’m glad she’s continuously being given her due. This episode is the equivalent of the Sunbeam moment from Season 1: where Keyleth got her chance to shine. Truly amazing. Poor Vax is definitely not thinking straight, rattled by so much so soon. But when he saw Kiki enter the Fire Plane, he snapped out of it. So, I think it’s safe to say that Vax and Keyleth are slowly rekindling what they had before. After all, she got him to smile again for the first time since the tomb. For she is his light.
The did a wonderful job of “show not tell” with that, especially with the “Think you’ll be needing this.” call back to the very first episode of the series.
@@richardbrown3055 That made me cry. And in the next episode, he actually called her “Kiki” again. I wonder how this week will go for them, given how Episode 6 ended.
It’s freaking perfect that got an Avatar (Janet Varney aka Korra) to voice Keyleth’s mom!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 And Keyleth is tied with Vex with my favorite character on the show. Also you both need to react to the comparison video of the scene with Grog talking to Craven Edge, the way it was done on Critical Role is FREAKING HILARIOUS!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
in the critical role watch party Marish ray goshed about getting Kora as Keyleth mother. she never hides the fact that Avtrar is a big influences on creating Keyleth
Kiki deserves all love in the world. And yes, l love Ashari culture and both Korrin (Kiki`s dad) and Cerkonos (leader of the Fire Ashari) are so cool! Your point about Grog getting his strength from others is very deep, I loved it too!
The convo with Craven Edge happened almost exactly like this, except it was in a crampt outhouse in Whitestone. Keyleth completed the earth part of her Aramente before the stream started, maybe we'll get to see it this time; part of it involves learning the related elemental form, but I never imagined a fire elemental looking like that. Scanlan's favour was one of the longest cons Sam ever pulled during the first campaign, but I doubt you'll have to wait that long...
I'm so glad to see you both enjoying this wonderful amazing show. I'm so proud of the cast of critical role and all of their work that they've accomplished. In the sea that other people enjoy their content as much as I have over the years.
Something you don’t get a lot in these types of series: Character growth. Within two seasons, we’ve seen Keyleth and Vax go from puppy dog love to a more understood mutual affection. Can’t wait to see where it goes from here.
Yeah, as of this point, they've both undergone tremendous changes, a far cry from who they were in Season 1. They were my original CR OTP. and I'm glad that LOVM made me love them all over again. I also hope we get more of them coming together, slowly but surely.
With regards to Vax and the deal that was struck with the Matron of Ravens. The easiest way to look at the bargain is that it was a Life for a Life. Vex, his sister, died, and the price that Vax paid to bring her back was himself. The Matron of Raven now owns him for all eternity. Hence the thread that had previously connected him to his sister now connect him to the Matron.
Two guests in this show: Robbie Daymond and Aimee Carrero, starred in a spin-off group in Critical Role called the Crownkeepers, a group in which long time DM Matt Mercer got to participate as a character of his own
You also have to remember that the sword can be summoned on the users back, like how Silas did in the first season. It’s magically bonded to the wielder, so getting rid of it might not be as easy, as just throwing it away, he said with a wry grin :P
Keyleth and her background was made my Marisha as an homage to Avatar the Last Airbender! And they got Janet Varney the voice actress for Avatar Korra to voice Keyleth's mom in this show for that flashback scene!
In regards to Keyleth’s Aramenté, it isn’t just that her Mother didn’t come back from her Aramenté that makes Keyleth nervous. The only reason Keyleth is on her Aramenté, particularly at such a young age, is because her mom didn’t come back. When an Ashari does not return from their Aramenté it falls on their next of kin to take it up when they are of age.
So the Vax - Keyleth romance makes a bit more sense in the tabletop version as they had been playing the "will they, won't they" game for literal months and at this point Keyleth was on the "won't they" side, and as in this, when Vax said the quiet part outloud, she shut him down pretty hard. So he was acting a bit cold towards her. Friendly but not open
I agree. I wish they had more episodes that we also longer. I absolutely love love love this show. But if I'm being nitpicky the pacing has always felt a tiny bit rushed. Make 14 episodes and make them each 30 minutes and the show would be a 10+ out of 10 instead of 10 out of 10.
@@Fairburne69 It's a sacrifice and choice they are making, I think Travis and Sam explained it in one of the watch parties but they're whole point was 120 ish episodes all around 4 hours long, that's a lot of story so they definitely aren't adapting all of it
@@pseudocide. I'm fully aware. I've seen the interviews regarding the making of the show and the decisions made. I still think 2 more episodes per season with each being a tad longer would be better. I also can't stress enough. I love the show and recognize that I'm being picky.
As you have already kind of figured out, Craven Edge is a cursed weapon, which means the owner can't willingly release it, hence why he doesn't just throw it away. Any more would be spoilers so I'll stop here.
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Marisha Ray, who voices Keyleth, has said she took a lot of inspiration from Avatar: The Last Air Bender when she created Keyleth. This whole episode is an honor to that show. They even got Janet Varney, the voice of Korra from TLA, to voice Keyleth's mother Vilya. Such a cool touch.
Her next character in M9 is just a massive love letter to Korra.
@@Shugoshin9720 M9?
@@AngryAnimeFan2 mighty nein (the campaign critical role did after ending the legend of vox machina)
I also thought that Keyleth took more than one page from Disney’s interpretation of Rapunzel. They’re both easily excited and cheerful (though Keyleth is shyer and a bit more awkward), they’re both in their late late teens (physically and mentally in Keyleth’s case), they both love animals and nature, they both fall in love with and receive the love of a roguish, charming dark haired thief, they both have (or had in Rapunzel’s case) magical connections to natural elements like the Sun and they both start off as naive, insecure helpless damsels to a degree before becoming more assertive, brave confident and combat capable as time goes on.
The Ashari are a mix of races, descended from an ancient druid circle, and each group guards a rift to an elemental plane. They also pull power from that plane. I don't think this is a spoiler, just clarification.
The voice actor who is the voice of the sword Craven Edge is none other than Matt Mercer, the Game Master and creator of the world of Exandria that Critical Role and TLoVM takes place in. He also appears in and voices many other small characters through out the show. The guy Scanlan pisses on while reading the boards in S1E1. The weapons checker at the ball that the Briarwood’s attend with VM, the guard at the gates of Vasselheim just to name a few. Finding Matt in the show is kind of like a CR version of Where’s Waldo.
He also plays larger characters. Like Sylas Briarwood. Or Umbrasyl, the ancient black dragon that breathes acid.
The comedy gold of Grog, a barbarian class player with a 6 Intelligence (10 is average) having a deep discussions with an intelligent magic sword is indescribable.
So the "I have passed through fire" thing in the Campaign was a teeny bit more impactful for Marisha(keyleth's player)on like a personal level for her and had a bigger build-up. I'm not mad at how they handled it here at all because this was AMAZING. There was a guest character who was sort of a mentor for Keyleth and someone who believed in her when she didn't believe in herself. WAAAAY after that guest had been on the show, they returned to where they met him to find a letter. The guest had hand written a letter and recorded himself reading it out loud which they played on the show. TL;DR version, he was a blacksmith who was thrust into a leadership role and spoke about how metal has to pass through fire in order to become what it was meant to be. And how all of her experiences, even the painful ones, have shaped her into the person she is. Included in the letter was a ring for Marisha(the person playing Keyleth). Engraved on the ring was, "I Have Passed Through Fire". It was a really touching moment that brought marisha(and all of us watching) to tears.
Yeah that "I Have Passed Through Fire" bit was on the back of an already extremely emotional episode and hit even harder since everyone was so raw. That line was incredible though, and I'm super happy they made it a part of Keyleth's backstory. Plus, the very next Keyleth moment after that was her telling Raishan to go f*ck herself which was a top tier Kiki moment in my opinion and a huge moment of her accepting her own power.
The mysterious lady is Anna Ripley. The one they found in the dungeon in season 1
One haircut and a good night's sleep and nobody recognizes her. XD
I have noticed that so many reaction channels seem to have forgotten she exists and can't recognize her voice. Not sure what they could have done differently to spark recognition
@@thehikingviking2049 Not given her a right hand.
@@Vipre- even then we are made aware she is still around in this season. Plus you’d think it looking fabricated and not fleshy, and the face, would give it away.
@@Vipre- wouldn't be true to the character, she's an engineer/tinkerer like percy, she wouldn't stay with a stump
So bit of backstory about the phrase "pass through fire". In the campaign, the author Patrick Rothfuss played a retired paladin named Ker who journeyed with Vox Machina for a short time. He and Keyleth formed a friendship and later after they parted ways he sent Keyleth a gift. Specifically, a ring and a letter explaining the ring. You can see it on youtube easily enough (search for Critical Role Ker's letter to Keyleth). The ring bore the inscription "I have passed through fire."
Its a shame that we probably won't see Ker in this series, but it's nice that what he inspires has still found its way into the show.
Noone every mentioned this I love that speech
As an OG Critter I’ve always loved Kiki. And I’m glad she’s continuously being given her due.
This episode is the equivalent of the Sunbeam moment from Season 1: where Keyleth got her chance to shine.
Truly amazing.
Poor Vax is definitely not thinking straight, rattled by so much so soon. But when he saw Kiki enter the Fire Plane, he snapped out of it.
So, I think it’s safe to say that Vax and Keyleth are slowly rekindling what they had before.
After all, she got him to smile again for the first time since the tomb.
For she is his light.
The did a wonderful job of “show not tell” with that, especially with the “Think you’ll be needing this.” call back to the very first episode of the series.
@@richardbrown3055 That made me cry. And in the next episode, he actually called her “Kiki” again.
I wonder how this week will go for them, given how Episode 6 ended.
It’s freaking perfect that got an Avatar (Janet Varney aka Korra) to voice Keyleth’s mom!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
And Keyleth is tied with Vex with my favorite character on the show.
Also you both need to react to the comparison video of the scene with Grog talking to Craven Edge, the way it was done on Critical Role is FREAKING HILARIOUS!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
in the critical role watch party Marish ray goshed about getting Kora as Keyleth mother. she never hides the fact that Avtrar is a big influences on creating Keyleth
I'm obsessed with1- the soundtrack this episode, especally when Keyleth turns into the fire elemental creature, and 2- Kiki's new fit!
bruh that change right at the moment she turns?? SO good
nobody cares
Kiki deserves all love in the world.
And yes, l love Ashari culture and both Korrin (Kiki`s dad) and Cerkonos (leader of the Fire Ashari) are so cool!
Your point about Grog getting his strength from others is very deep, I loved it too!
You both are so good at pinpointing the meaning behind these episodes and explaining it so elegantly. Love your reactions!
The convo with Craven Edge happened almost exactly like this, except it was in a crampt outhouse in Whitestone. Keyleth completed the earth part of her Aramente before the stream started, maybe we'll get to see it this time; part of it involves learning the related elemental form, but I never imagined a fire elemental looking like that. Scanlan's favour was one of the longest cons Sam ever pulled during the first campaign, but I doubt you'll have to wait that long...
Was waiting on this episode given your love for Keyleth. Did not disappoint! Glad you enjoyed it!
I'm so glad to see you both enjoying this wonderful amazing show. I'm so proud of the cast of critical role and all of their work that they've accomplished. In the sea that other people enjoy their content as much as I have over the years.
Something you don’t get a lot in these types of series: Character growth. Within two seasons, we’ve seen Keyleth and Vax go from puppy dog love to a more understood mutual affection. Can’t wait to see where it goes from here.
Yeah, as of this point, they've both undergone tremendous changes, a far cry from who they were in Season 1. They were my original CR OTP. and I'm glad that LOVM made me love them all over again.
I also hope we get more of them coming together, slowly but surely.
Each of them leveling up is awesome!
With Korra for a mom and The Hulk for dad, no wonder Kiki is a badass.
Yes yes yes. I was waiting for this. I love keyleth!
With regards to Vax and the deal that was struck with the Matron of Ravens.
The easiest way to look at the bargain is that it was a Life for a Life. Vex, his sister, died, and the price that Vax paid to bring her back was himself. The Matron of Raven now owns him for all eternity. Hence the thread that had previously connected him to his sister now connect him to the Matron.
Two guests in this show: Robbie Daymond and Aimee Carrero, starred in a spin-off group in Critical Role called the Crownkeepers, a group in which long time DM Matt Mercer got to participate as a character of his own
I really love this channel. Always excited to tune in and watch your reactions. Keep it up. 👌🏾💯
"Are you talking to your dookie? " best line ever. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Just asserting dominance, is even better! 🤣
Here we go! 😍❤️ Your reactions are awesome!
Keyleths moments are handled so dam beautifully🔥
You also have to remember that the sword can be summoned on the users back, like how Silas did in the first season. It’s magically bonded to the wielder, so getting rid of it might not be as easy, as just throwing it away, he said with a wry grin :P
Keyleth and her background was made my Marisha as an homage to Avatar the Last Airbender! And they got Janet Varney the voice actress for Avatar Korra to voice Keyleth's mom in this show for that flashback scene!
In regards to Keyleth’s Aramenté, it isn’t just that her Mother didn’t come back from her Aramenté that makes Keyleth nervous. The only reason Keyleth is on her Aramenté, particularly at such a young age, is because her mom didn’t come back. When an Ashari does not return from their Aramenté it falls on their next of kin to take it up when they are of age.
The original super funny conversation with Scanlin and Grog (animated): th-cam.com/video/lrBhZOMfMzA/w-d-xo.html
Keyleth really became the firebending master this episode :)
“He should throw it in the fire”…..🙉🙈🙊
I didn't make the connection until you said that.
There’s no way owing Scanlan a favor could go wrong; it’s not like he would orchestrate an elaborate long term trolljob
Now you know why I have the Vox Machina vex on a broom POP
Druids, man. Just you wait.
So the Vax - Keyleth romance makes a bit more sense in the tabletop version as they had been playing the "will they, won't they" game for literal months and at this point Keyleth was on the "won't they" side, and as in this, when Vax said the quiet part outloud, she shut him down pretty hard. So he was acting a bit cold towards her. Friendly but not open
Loving these Vox Machina reactions with Achara and Steph but are you guys still continuing Daredevil S3?
kinda sad we didn't see chris hardwicks character from the show....that was one of my favorite episodes..
I agree. I wish they had more episodes that we also longer. I absolutely love love love this show. But if I'm being nitpicky the pacing has always felt a tiny bit rushed. Make 14 episodes and make them each 30 minutes and the show would be a 10+ out of 10 instead of 10 out of 10.
@@Fairburne69 It's a sacrifice and choice they are making, I think Travis and Sam explained it in one of the watch parties but they're whole point was 120 ish episodes all around 4 hours long, that's a lot of story so they definitely aren't adapting all of it
@@pseudocide. I'm fully aware. I've seen the interviews regarding the making of the show and the decisions made. I still think 2 more episodes per season with each being a tad longer would be better.
I also can't stress enough. I love the show and recognize that I'm being picky.
As you have already kind of figured out, Craven Edge is a cursed weapon, which means the owner can't willingly release it, hence why he doesn't just throw it away. Any more would be spoilers so I'll stop here.
Well, elves are a race while Ashari are tribes and not a race. Keyleth herself is a half-elf, so comparing elves with Ashari does not really work.
Wait but both of her parents looked like elfs so how she is only a half elf
@@toamszkozak8822 two half elves create more half elves.
@@toamszkozak8822 Maybe both of her parents are half elf?
@@danilopapais1464 Correct.
Fun fact: Keyleth’s mom is the same voice actress as Avatar Korra
Keyleth is lowkey the MVP of both series so far.
Are you guts going to finish Harley Quinn? Or start the defenders?
Excellent tribute episode to the Avatar shows!
By the very studio that made them, no less!
@@DracheLehre Titmouse isn't the studio that made ATLA or Korra, they only made the cutscenes for the Korra video game.
Ahhh... Exercised for 4 hours, cooked, cleaned up, handled life's inevitable admin, smoked a bowl and will now settle in to watch you delightful people love on Vox Machina. 😃 LoVM - I love 'em! 🤪 See what I did there? I love you, too! ❤🧡💛💚💙💜
Fun fact. The bought Laura (Vex) a witches hat to wear while playing.
next ep is even better than this one esp with the duet