Beyond Scorched Memories- Caleb's Theme- The Rise Undaunted

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  • In the shadows of the mind lurks a rending shame. Set it ablaze. Leave the past in a heap that bleeds smoke.
    Major thank you to ABD Illustrates for this amazing artwork of Caleb! SO PRETTY. Definitely go check out some of his awesome videos!
    ABD Illustrates: / @abdillustrates
    I know its taken a minute to get this out but i hope you all enjoy! Im looking forward to making more theme songs when time permits! Thank you all for the support! This has been a blast working on these songs. You guys are awesome. Keep rollin' 20's.
    Twitter: @T_R_U_music
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ความคิดเห็น • 603

  • @zatannamacdonald8284
    @zatannamacdonald8284 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1561

    Beau: This is going to work, Caleb.
    Caleb: I know. Because I don't know what I'm going to do if it doesn't.

    • @noodle13_91
      @noodle13_91 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      I can totally hear them saying that

    • @DrkNinja_
      @DrkNinja_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      God I miss Critical Role...

    • @ZamonVA
      @ZamonVA 4 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      It's been a year since that comment was posted and this still gives me chills to think about. When you take into consideration the raw potential each character has, especially wizards, quotes and lines like these are absolutely chilling and earth shattering.
      And I love it, I love reading those kinds of lines in books and short stories online because it really, just gives you only a tiny glimpse of what this character is capable of. It's both exciting and horrifying and I love every second of it.

    • @ClericOfPholtus
      @ClericOfPholtus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      When Caleb masters Time itself and they're the only two left and have to go back to fix things, hi I'm from the future by the way lol

    • @ClericOfPholtus
      @ClericOfPholtus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@ZamonVA Its very possible he has to watch the line he walks before Caleb falls the wayside like Raistlin before him. Liam would have too much fun falling into that archetype if events play out darker in the parties future. (Though I think its safe to say they passed the threshold for that particular worry)

  • @Xohadarc
    @Xohadarc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2450

    Liam: **Successfully portrays a fragile and tragic individual with an immensely compelling backstory**
    Also Liam: "Caleb walks about 60 feet away from the group and takes a whizz against a tree".
    Liam's is a fine line to walk XD

    • @dualwieldroxas358
      @dualwieldroxas358 5 ปีที่แล้ว +205

      I love how Liam and Travis become thier roles, to the point that differentiating the player from the character is crazy difficult.
      I still remember how Laura and Travis would talk about how while playing Grog, Travis displayed many Grog-isms in real life as well

    • @Alpacnologia
      @Alpacnologia 5 ปีที่แล้ว +130

      @@dualwieldroxas358 i'm not sure on the total accuracy of this, but i've heard liam's been going through some stuff in the past, so it's not out of the realms of possibility that he's using caleb as a way to explore this, hence all the caleb-isms and the being totally in character 80% of the time

    • @ardelianelson2902
      @ardelianelson2902 4 ปีที่แล้ว +123

      Liam also made an offhand remark(probably as a joke) that Caleb collects cat figurines. So I like to imagine the desk in his room has carefully placed tiny cats.

    • @benleyland8829
      @benleyland8829 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      This just reminds me of "bread mittens"

    • @nikitamalikov6683
      @nikitamalikov6683 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@ardelianelson2902 And Vladimir collects ceramic unicooooorns

  • @zeph769
    @zeph769 6 ปีที่แล้ว +734

    "I want to bend reality to my will."

  • @Draugrandil
    @Draugrandil 5 ปีที่แล้ว +854

    "You shouldn't have killed my cat"

    • @percivalchase780
      @percivalchase780 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      i nearly did a spit take

    • @jamiekahle4693
      @jamiekahle4693 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      what episode?

    • @thatguyshwag
      @thatguyshwag 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Rainbow, you're a tiny bit late

    • @timmorris1432
      @timmorris1432 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@jamiekahle4693 29.

    • @Mrzombiegummybear
      @Mrzombiegummybear 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      haven't even seen the episode yet as I've been unable to watch through them for a while but I heard him say that in my head so perfectly lol

  • @GinnyDi
    @GinnyDi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +663

    ugh I know I'm super late but this is E P I C and someone needs to make an entire silent short film about Caleb's backstory and put it to this track. It's so cinematic and expressive! AUGH

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  5 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      thanks ginny!! luvs

    • @percivalwalter2291
      @percivalwalter2291 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Omg!!! I love you Ginny! You’re amazing!

    • @intrepidstride3042
      @intrepidstride3042 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @ALLISON MANN if you need help with it, I will happily oblige.

    • @TsarofScars
      @TsarofScars 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You know, I've been meaning to make a short film for some time, and while the pandemic ruined my chances to do it now, I'll probably do it in the near future. Caleb's story seems the perfect tale.

    • @nullarts3059
      @nullarts3059 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I mean, its not silent per say, but if you haven't watched Electrospectrum's "Would that I", its a great little music video with cosplay of the whole m9, would definitely recommend!

  • @OliverCovfefe
    @OliverCovfefe 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2768

    Liam retweeted this congratulations man, this is amazing

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว +287

      HOLY AWOIEURIKANIW#@$%&!@#$G# *proceeds to fanboy*

    • @OliverCovfefe
      @OliverCovfefe 6 ปีที่แล้ว +99

      twitter.com/VoiceOfOBrien/status/1006210190960615424
      There's the link to it, congratz again. It helped me to find your awesome channel

    • @uria113
      @uria113 6 ปีที่แล้ว +86

      Glad to have helped you. :D

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว +147

      THIS GUY RIGHT HERE GETS ALL THE MEDALS. seriously tho uria your a boss

    • @uria113
      @uria113 6 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      My man, I did absolutely nothing, you just keep producing that awesome music!

  • @plgrn8r683
    @plgrn8r683 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1581

    I feel like Caleb will end up being the most powerful member of the party by a long stretch. He's already their nuke-in-a-box, and unless Fjord fully embraces Uk'otoa and the possible gifts it could bestow upon him, I can't see anyone truly matching Caleb in power. A part of me wonders if he'll turn at some point. If his quest for power for the sake of redemption will lead him down a whole new path of damnation once it's done.

    • @DerianMTZ
      @DerianMTZ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +108

      Uk'otoaaahh

    • @GuitarrAssassin
      @GuitarrAssassin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +168

      The road to Hell is paved with good intentions.

    • @kaitoudark1
      @kaitoudark1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +117

      @@GuitarrAssassin exactly. And if this whole ordeal with Nott and Trent goes the way I think it will, Caleb might break under the pressure. I can almost assure you, either way we will be getting a sobbing Caleb followed by an air shattering scream, and a burst of power. I'm willing to bet he won't be able to contain his power, and will obtain several skills in wild magic. World changing, unbreakable power, entirely on the loose. I also see Beau, Jester, or Fjord getting a skill like "Wish".

    • @Angelos42
      @Angelos42 5 ปีที่แล้ว +98

      That’s a wizard for you: glass cannon.

    • @entropictribe7823
      @entropictribe7823 5 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      I'm curious about what he wants to undo with the time rewriting, I wonder if he wants to rewrite time do that he never existed, and if Matt will be exploring high magic

  • @WexMajor82
    @WexMajor82 5 ปีที่แล้ว +722

    That's not dirt.
    That's soot.

    • @leviathansol
      @leviathansol 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      The ash of the slain
      The cry of a man once lost
      His body in ash

    • @asantaimeep
      @asantaimeep 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Well that hit me.

    • @tamminar_
      @tamminar_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      ight imma cri now

    • @SephirothRyu
      @SephirothRyu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      "I am the Ash of my Past.
      Steel is my Body and Fire is my Blood.
      I have created over a Thousand Flames,
      Unknown to myself,
      Nor known to my victims.
      Have withstood Pain to create many Infernos
      Yet those Hands will never hold *Anything.*
      So, as I Pray--
      Unlimited Fireball Works"

    • @WexMajor82
      @WexMajor82 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SephirothRyu Meteor Swarm would have worked better.

  • @garret1930
    @garret1930 5 ปีที่แล้ว +442

    TH-cam algorithm brought me here. TH-cam knows I'm a critter.

    • @connorkerr5571
      @connorkerr5571 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was listening to undertale and it autoplayed to this but this song is amazing

    • @oli.ferren
      @oli.ferren 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same

    • @CasualBrolyMain
      @CasualBrolyMain 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same

    • @nice1068
      @nice1068 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same

  • @Swordsquire
    @Swordsquire 6 ปีที่แล้ว +840

    You can feel Caleb's inner screaming, pain, and determination. The piano seems to represent what should have been a simple life, as the song progresses and builds, it brings in the confusion, pain, and the realization of what he's done, what his urgent need and will to fix it.
    This is brilliant.

    • @tenacityxl
      @tenacityxl 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Complex music for an equally complex character, one which I adore.

    • @Enderborn272
      @Enderborn272 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You seem knowledgeable. What story is this guy from so I can go read it myself?

    • @theonewhoescapesdreams
      @theonewhoescapesdreams 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Enderborn272 Watch Critical Role, this is where Caleb from.

  • @Drakeneo1
    @Drakeneo1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +706

    Its everyone's favorite spell hobo and hes back with his jam

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      i hope to have a nickname as cool as "spell hobo" one day. thanks for the laugh!

    • @Greenling
      @Greenling 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      I just woke up and my brain hasn't finished buffering and I read this as 'It's everyone's favourite spell hobo and he's back with a gun.'

    • @DragonKnightJin
      @DragonKnightJin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Greenling To be fair.. I think Caleb's a bit more destructive than a mere gun..

    • @TtheDM1005
      @TtheDM1005 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@DragonKnightJin What about a flamethrower?

    • @DragonKnightJin
      @DragonKnightJin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@TtheDM1005 That's not 'a mere gun', so it works.

  • @soothinghysteria3545
    @soothinghysteria3545 5 ปีที่แล้ว +185

    The potential power that Caleb Widogast wields is unfathomable, and unbelievable. His capabilities are limitless, and he seems to represent the true definition of what a wizard in an adventuring party truly truly is. A beautifully constructed, intricately designed glass cannon of limitless destructive, and transformative power.

  • @hastofett5069
    @hastofett5069 6 ปีที่แล้ว +800

    Me listening to Fjord's theme - Oh man, i need to play a warlock RIGHT NOW!!!
    Me listening to Caleb's theme - Oh man, i need to play a wizard RIGHT NOW!!!
    Waiting the rest, i need to get myself frustrated to not being able to play then all.

    • @CrowXIII
      @CrowXIII 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      You get to do that... if you are the GM

    • @peterwhite6415
      @peterwhite6415 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      If ya do Wizard, go either Abjurer, Conjurer or Transmuter... tehyre all fun to play as.

    • @HeroGamingFan
      @HeroGamingFan 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm really looking forward to playing my super-utility-based Abjuration wizard. My mans got the counterspell power of Scanlan himself.

    • @peterwhite6415
      @peterwhite6415 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      wich books ya using? i know unearthen arcana has an conjuraton spell taht is basically a emergency health potion

    • @HeroGamingFan
      @HeroGamingFan 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just PHB I think. I know PHB Conjuration wizard can be super useful, just make items whenever you need them, but I lack the creativity to use that to maximum effect. Plus I just like the idea of playing a wizard who's not very offensive. Haven't actually made the character, mind you, just have him in the back of my mind.

  • @kaitoudark1
    @kaitoudark1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +454

    At first this feels like you're depicting something soft and small like a spark with that piano. Then when the strings hit at about midway, that spark ignites into a raging whirlwind of an inferno. Fire really, really does suit Caleb well. Warm to his friends, dealing burns to his enemies, and demanding a very cautious respect from everyone and everything. He's a torches' guidance when facing the unknown, and a beacon that brings everything together. It's no longer coincidence that he came upon that dodecahedron...
    Very well depicted! I'm looking forward to more! Perhaps the traveller next?

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  5 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      dude this is epic! thanks for that comment wooo.
      and thats quite the idea..... ;)

    • @DrkNinja_
      @DrkNinja_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Its funny because everyone thinks Jester is the glue in the party, but I don't think that's true anymore. He is far more prevalent as a leader and as a member of the Nine now than before, and I think he keeps everyone together now.

    • @SephirothRyu
      @SephirothRyu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@theriseundaunted1690 It fits so well.
      And yet, I have a thought. What if... I mean, this is a long shot, but what if Caleb were to ever overcome his past, and become fire itself?
      I suddenly hear a different song. It is from an anime, Hero Academia.
      The song title is "Just Another Hero."
      I wonder... If caleb overcame his past and became one with the power of fire for the sake of using that power to help others, would that song be his second theme?
      I wonder in part because both your song and Just Another Hero share a small handful of basic song pieces. Completely different songs, but that one similarity is enough to draw me to such a thought.
      If Caleb both overcame the scars of the flame, as well as taking on its power entirely so that he might become the champion he may have once wished to be at some point... Would the sequel song perhaps indeed be Just Another Hero?

  • @MortSalazar
    @MortSalazar 5 ปีที่แล้ว +155

    So far my favorite Caleb moment was
    "We're all tired, I'm tired... Buuuuut I'll go to work if i need to."
    -Make an intimidation check.
    xD
    And it goes without saying - It's a beautiful piece of music you got here.

  • @WexMajor82
    @WexMajor82 5 ปีที่แล้ว +676

    Just imagine him.
    His friend Nott dies.
    He screams. His eyes ablaze. He pulls something invisible down from over his head, and mutters :"you'll all BURN for this".
    Meteors start falling from the sky...

    • @gaAssault34
      @gaAssault34 5 ปีที่แล้ว +94

      To quote an angry angry man in a tank once "I WILL BURN YOU TILL THERE IS NOTHING LEFT! NOT. EVEN. ASHES!!!"

    • @johanthepotato3406
      @johanthepotato3406 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@gaAssault34 Where is this from, I can not find it anywhere.

    • @gaAssault34
      @gaAssault34 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@johanthepotato3406 Armored Core For Answer. Takafumi Arasawa during the Great Wall Mission. The tank Ac with 20 plus chances to blast you into orbit.

    • @svenabel2987
      @svenabel2987 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      No need to imagine, I can literally see him

    • @m.t.443
      @m.t.443 4 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      From the last few episodes...holy shit imagine him just silently glaring as he casts 'Widogast's Web of Fire' on an immense scale and just burns it all omg.

  • @AndreS-jc7vs
    @AndreS-jc7vs 6 ปีที่แล้ว +374

    LIAM SAW IT!! AND LOVED IT
    KEEP GOING YOU ARE AWESOME!!

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      I KNOW RIGHT AND HE RESPONDED TO MY REPLY I HAD A SLIGHT PANIC ATTACK

    • @csgamer89
      @csgamer89 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@theriseundaunted1690 We need to see that reply! It's proof you're a mad musical bastard! Lol but seriously, if you can find it, put it up so everyone knows you're awesome!

    • @kaitoudark1
      @kaitoudark1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@theriseundaunted1690 7 months later, and I've noticed something. Liam seems to be drawing a lot of Caleb's current emotions , actions, and reactions from this song. Well done!

    • @foambird9219
      @foambird9219 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @kaitoudark1 Ikr!!! It feels like Caleb’s current arc right now!

  • @theroofinginspector8345
    @theroofinginspector8345 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    "I drag some dust up my arm, and disintegrate everything in the room... and burn whats left."

  • @nikitamalikov6683
    @nikitamalikov6683 4 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    Widowgast
    Widowgast
    Well-dressed hobo
    Widowgast
    Spins a web
    Out of flame
    Killed his parents
    That's a shame
    Look out
    Here comes the Widowgast
    Is he strong?
    Listen now
    He's got creepy
    Arcane knowhow
    Can he deal
    A lot of clout?
    Only if he
    Hasn't passed out
    Hey there
    There goes the Widowgast
    In the chill of a cave
    In the halls of Halas
    There's a streak of light
    And things turn to dust
    Widowgast
    Widowgast
    Friendly neighbourhood
    Widowgast
    Wealth and fame
    He ignores
    Paper and ink
    He adores
    To him
    Life is a great big cookout
    When you need to take a mook out
    Call on the Widowgast

  • @luminalichtenengel7601
    @luminalichtenengel7601 6 ปีที่แล้ว +409

    From all of the fanmade songs made for Caleb, I think yours is the most fitting for his character. You really portray his inner conflict with his past, his suffering, his sadness but also his anger.
    In addition to that I really think your piece is the smoothest audio-wise. There are no disruptive notes, no parts that are weird to listen to.
    It felt like I was sucked into his story, into his mind and for that I really admire you.
    Good job man!

  • @Athkore
    @Athkore 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I love how this song starts quiet, almost reserved before it begins slowly building up as it becomes increasingly dramatic and epic.
    Not sure if this was intentional but it almost feels like the class progression, as wizards are quite unassuming until they start to get powerful.
    Suits Caleb so well, especially with how the rest of the Nein keep mentioning how they all see Caleb will one day be something spectacular.

  • @adambialecki3162
    @adambialecki3162 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I think that Caleb has a potential to catalyse the greatest of endings to the story of The Mighty Nein. No matter what will it be, I belive it will end with Caleb. And I can't wait to see the beauty of it

  • @NevonMatsuoka
    @NevonMatsuoka 6 ปีที่แล้ว +294

    First Fjord's theme and now this. Very fitting and awesome work. I can only hope if their story plots come about Matthew asks to use you work for the most pivotal points of their personal stories.

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      duuuude that would be the dream haha

    • @LazyVideosGAME
      @LazyVideosGAME 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Well it seems like he already got his answer to that question then, haha :D

    • @jamborjoakim8830
      @jamborjoakim8830 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      What do you mean? Matt used one of them? I haven't seen E22 yet, so please no spoilers :)

  • @bethuwu6306
    @bethuwu6306 5 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    why did this make my eyes start watering immediately
    caleb is my absolute favorite character of either campaign

  • @frgscajs2018
    @frgscajs2018 6 ปีที่แล้ว +198

    Holy shit, this is gorgeous! It starts so soft and timid and becomes so powerful at the end, all while remaining so beautiful throughout. I hope it's a reflection of how his character arc will go. You did an amazing job!

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ahh thank you! im also hoping this is somewhat prophetic haha

    • @nuru666
      @nuru666 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Guarantee you his story-arc will be bitter-sweet, kinda like Scanlans regarding Vax. SPOILERS AHEAD:
      Caleb will probably be stuck in a position where he can either achieve his own personal goals, or that of M9, and has to decide which is more important (See Scanlan using Counterspell at L9 v Vecna when he wanted to save that L9 to cast Wish to release Vax from his bonds to the RQ.)

  • @ImmortalLemon
    @ImmortalLemon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    The only man I’ve seen who completely embraces the fact he will become what he seeks to destroy, a man with the potential for immeasurable power and abilities to bend existence itself to his will. There is no place, no way, and no how to escape his oncoming wrath to those who have wronged him. Because he will not do it alone, he will have his friends alongside him. Those who love and care for him will support and help give him peace. Fear the man Caleb, but fear more the Mighty Nein

  • @phucboi7895
    @phucboi7895 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    "i survived because the fire inside me burned brighter than the fire around me"

  • @7OwlsWithALaptop
    @7OwlsWithALaptop 6 ปีที่แล้ว +602

    Have you actually send your themes to critcal role? If yes, I hope they hear & like it, if no, you should really try that.

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      i havent really tried haha how would one go about doing that?

    • @7OwlsWithALaptop
      @7OwlsWithALaptop 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      theRISEundaunted idk... im pretty new to this community (only episode 19 of campaign 1) but i heard them talking about people doing this kind of thing so there must be some way to reach them

    • @7OwlsWithALaptop
      @7OwlsWithALaptop 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I've read up on it and it seems that people generally just do it through twitter

    • @7OwlsWithALaptop
      @7OwlsWithALaptop 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Maybe you can tweet the fjord one at Matt and Travis and this one at Matt and Liam

    • @evanchewly9937
      @evanchewly9937 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      #criticalrole #criticalrolefanart

  • @CompassRoseCreates
    @CompassRoseCreates 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Here post 141 and I’m crying again.

  • @whocaresthisdoesntmatter9961
    @whocaresthisdoesntmatter9961 6 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    Once again you’ve captured Caleb’s spirit and past really well in the music and personally I think this surpasses your piece for Fjord. Keep up the good work, you’re actually amazing

  • @leavealoner
    @leavealoner 6 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    Thinking back to Calebs story while listening to this caused some tears to roll off my cheeks. Not full on bawling, but you definitely touched me. Keep doing good work, man.

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      dude i cant tell you how happy it makes me to hear im causing the feels train! thanks for dropping by!

  • @daemortician8891
    @daemortician8891 6 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Honestly, this piece is amazing. I knew just how fitting Fjord's theme was, and just how well the song worked in tandem with the sea fairing Warlock. But with this? The somber intensity carried by the melody only brought out the images of Caleb's backstory. I loved this piece, and I frankly can't wait to see what else you have in store for us.

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      you, my friend, are great and i love your feedback! im glad you liked this one. i was suuuuper nervous to put this one out there! already working on the next one!!

    • @daemortician8891
      @daemortician8891 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I can certainly understand being nervous about something like this. I couldn't blame you for it. Yet, even with all the nervousness, you did amazingly with this piece. I just felt the need to give feedback for I simply couldn't stop picturing how well this song matched with Caleb. I couldn't stop imagining Beau, Caleb, and Nott all sitting in that room as he told them about what happened.
      All the build up, to the intensity that I couldn't put to any other moment than when he said, "And I broke." To end on the softer note, leaving a touch bit of sorrow filled determination. With the final interlude of the song, I couldn't stop myself from imagining Nott's comforting words. If it were a cinematic scene, the song would certainly end with a shot of Caleb grabbing Nott's hand as they stood side by side.
      I do apologize for my ramblings, but you have given me some strong mental imagery with this song.

  • @qwert5152
    @qwert5152 6 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    This is absolutely incredible. I can totally identify this with Caleb. 10/10 will listen again...and again...

  • @ashleycook300
    @ashleycook300 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I LOVE how this fluxuates in tempo, seems to build on itself and then fades off! I am visualizing all that we know of Calebs backstory while listening to this and it is perfection!

  • @TrainingOffer
    @TrainingOffer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just found this song and it is amazing! You can feel Caleb in it and everything he has gone through, the power in him and his will to change for the better. This is a song for a movie!

  • @annak.9483
    @annak.9483 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I want Caleb to become a super powerful Arch Mage in the end of the campaign, like Yussah and Allura, and root out all the corruption and abuse from people like Trent, and start his own magic academy where the kids are treated well and can learn in a save environment ❤ I can't wait what his character arc holds for him. Definitely one of the most, if not THE most, powerful members of M9.
    Thank you so much for this amazing contribution to the fandom!! :)

  • @seventhcrow6463
    @seventhcrow6463 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love this. At the beginning it feels like that’s where he is now, then it builds up to what he can do, what he’s trying to do and what has happened- then back to to the same beginning melody as if a reminder, this is where you are now and this is what you can achieve

  • @eleuuuuu
    @eleuuuuu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I've always loved characters who sought for some sort of redemption, and Caleb's on top of this list (with Accelerator a bit behind). Both characters grew stronger to take revenge against those who wronged them and to protect those who are close to them, destroying who they truly are in the process. I saw how Accelerator's story ended. And I know that Caleb will be more of a tearjerker for me.
    As a fellow man seeking redemption, I really resonate with him. I hope Caleb gets what he truly wishes for in the end.
    Edit: Came back here after two months, writing my own original story which may or may not be produced as a manga, and I'm shocked how this piece shaped my character. I see many parallels between him and Caleb, and I'm just astounded how I forgot this song and yet I have been affected by it without me knowing.

  • @LinkRue
    @LinkRue 6 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    This fits him really well, fellow critters we should also send this in to the Twitter.

  • @onstantine1
    @onstantine1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    When I hear this, I equally want to throw my laptop across the room as much as I want to hold my current partner. I'm a survivor who is living with PTSD and this just... hits a super special part of me that helps me deal with things. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

  • @Nemarwe
    @Nemarwe 6 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    I so hope Critical Role sees(hears) your work, Rise! Keep up with such amazing songs!

  • @DeathBy_Chair
    @DeathBy_Chair 6 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    This makes me so excited to try my first 5e game as a wizard

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      YOU make me excited to try my first game as a wizard

    • @88Hyo
      @88Hyo 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      DeathByChair play sorcerer instead

    • @chadpotchana71
      @chadpotchana71 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm playing as a wizard right now in a friend's campaign, and it's been pretty great!

    • @jurassicbread4279
      @jurassicbread4279 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Playing wizard for the first time as well here too

    • @DragonKnightJin
      @DragonKnightJin 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@88Hyo I tried a Sorcerer. They got up to 5th level before the campaign fizzled.
      I'm currently playing a (Graviturgy) Wizard. And I'm have way more fun than I ever had with my Sorcerer.
      Maybe it's just the characters I've built for each, but for the time being, I'm loving Wizard over Sorcerer.

  • @roguemockingjay3653
    @roguemockingjay3653 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "You were not born with venom in your veins. You learned it. You learned it."

  • @Sirius10117
    @Sirius10117 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It´s been three years and I keep coming back here.

  • @trevorcash501
    @trevorcash501 6 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Another fantastic piece. How you’re able to capture the characters so accurately in the music absolutely amazes me!

  • @IzzymaticArt
    @IzzymaticArt 6 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    This is such a beautiful composition and so perfect for Caleb, I could imagine all the beats of Caleb's backstory in this song. Thank you for creating this 😁

  • @Captaincrazy36
    @Captaincrazy36 6 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    This is great, and fits the character very well!

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thank you so much! i was really worried about making this one so im glad it turned out!

  • @imdavid78
    @imdavid78 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This theme fits Caleb so well, Immensely powerful, but broken and shattered.

  • @ruthannefiore862
    @ruthannefiore862 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    So incredible! It sounds epic and fits really well with the character. Can’t wait to see what else you have in store!

    • @ruthannefiore862
      @ruthannefiore862 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      You know, I would love to know how you make these. What program do you use? Do you play piano and record it or is it all digital? It’d be cool if you made like a time lapse of how you make the next one or something.

    • @ruthannefiore862
      @ruthannefiore862 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      You know, I would love to know how you make these. What program do you use? Do you play piano and record it or is it all digital? It’d be cool if you made like a time lapse of how you make the next one or something.

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks a ton! i use a pretty weird program called mixcraft, its not the best but ive used it for years and im used to it haha

  • @AcrossWorldsRPG
    @AcrossWorldsRPG 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    One of our favs. Just amazing!

  • @rtqpcrxn
    @rtqpcrxn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This is gorgeous and tells the beautiful, wrenching, and heart-felt story we all love. Hoping for redemption and self-acceptance to be the end of this story. Keep creating. Thumbs up. Subscribed.

  • @hallps2460
    @hallps2460 6 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    You are the only youtuber that I have the bell clicked that is how much I love your work

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      success!! thank you so much! i hope i live up to the hype haha

    • @hallps2460
      @hallps2460 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      theRISEundaunted you already do

  • @raychumon
    @raychumon 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    you should definitely start tweeting these @ Crit Role/the relevant VAs or matt! i have a feeling they would love to hear this.

  • @SemblanceofSanity
    @SemblanceofSanity 6 ปีที่แล้ว +215

    Wow, I love these character themes!! Both Fjord's and Caleb's, they're just fantastic! Quick question, would you be interested in doing commissioned work for a book I'm writing? I'm thinking something pretty much just like what you did here for Caleb and Fjord. Let me know if that's something you'd be interested in. -Jacob

    • @professorwithagun9931
      @professorwithagun9931 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      This art work was done by someone else dude. And illustrations

    • @jamesscott7215
      @jamesscott7215 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Semblance of Sanity
      Wait Jacob your writing a book!?

    • @RandomLoverOfNoodles
      @RandomLoverOfNoodles 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I think he meant the music, like commissioning a song.

  • @derekdumas4556
    @derekdumas4556 5 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Once the team for the second campaign is done do the first one we all want to hear the theme of vox machinas members

  • @SatiricalFey
    @SatiricalFey 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I really hope you think about putting these on something like spotify some day, I adore them.

  • @lilystorz1358
    @lilystorz1358 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I saw this picture on ABD Illustrates channel and I somehow didn't realize that there was a sound track to it, and this came up in my recommended and I got super excited. This is truly amazing. Bravo!

  • @TheCart54321
    @TheCart54321 5 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    I may be shallow, weak, and hold little hope
    But I Cary on my back a cat of many forms
    A spell book in my hands with the most hottest and deadliest fire
    And by my side my most trusted goblin ally
    So think twice before you step to me and my friends

    • @peytonmarkel8431
      @peytonmarkel8431 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You step to me you best not miss...

  • @buxedobro4372
    @buxedobro4372 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You NEED to send these songs to the cast, they are way to good to go unnoticed by them.

  • @CrowXIII
    @CrowXIII 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Damn, dude, you are SO GOOD. They fit the characters so well and they sound so fucking good. The Gift of the Sea is one of my favourite character themes ever.

  • @lynallott3404
    @lynallott3404 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such beauty and emotion here, so many facets to this music. In the piano there's this core of composure, skill, mastery, and adept-ness. Within the thrumming cello lies the heat of flame, the madness, grief, and anger. In the choir lies an awe at the sheer power. Lastly, the xylophone tells of change, potential and unknown possibility.

  • @jmad2197
    @jmad2197 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How do I like this twice. This is beautifully haunting and powerful, perfect for Caleb. Well done sir

  • @Azure_Wulf
    @Azure_Wulf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    0:59 You know you've played too much animal crossing when you hear balloons everywhere.

  • @justanotherloreaddict
    @justanotherloreaddict 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow. This makes me want to watch the Mighty Nein, just for Caleb. That thought aside, your music is truely *EPIC*

  • @jensovadina5954
    @jensovadina5954 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My man...i have to say i am blown Away! By the job You have Done.
    . .the symbolism of slightly monotone piano that should have been his life As an archmagus of the Empire with life planned, then the other Tones And instruments came. Representing Astrid , his parents And that evil dude who was in Zadash during episode 17-20 . Then the false Visions came as the male deep sounds And then it Broke...as He did. He realized what happened And the melody changed to epic orchestra with the male voices being his inner demons And the light female being the thought of redemption or maybe even bringing them back. At least thats how i saw it. Would You bless me with opportunity to play this as i reveal my Big secret of having Bucky/Caleb backstory but more Bucky since He has been brainwashed He Is one of the few chronomancers in the universe And He has a lovely family And He Is a lovable dad. But this still haunts him And thats why He has become chronomancer. I would be gratefull to think that i can play this with Your "blessing" if You may

  • @ignorethisnameplease2566
    @ignorethisnameplease2566 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Was hoping you'd do more, thank you for this!

  • @AceNinjaViking
    @AceNinjaViking 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm so upset that the algorithm has only now brought me your incredible music for these characters. My mind has melded this entire track to the fight in ep141, especially the quiet pause and dramatic swell of your track to the moment in the fight when Cad's death ward came into play. Masterfully done~.

  • @giraffedragon6110
    @giraffedragon6110 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I haven't seen much of critical role but it makes me interested in finding a dedicated dnd group right just for me. and your music is just beautiful. I love orchestral music for fantasy/character themes. It just gives it more OMPH! ya'know?

  • @SunShadow878
    @SunShadow878 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This music is so powerful, I was entranced when I first heard it. I absolutely love it. Thank you for this

  • @FyreDrac
    @FyreDrac ปีที่แล้ว +1

    literal chills man. absolutely perfect

  • @vulcan_ears1663
    @vulcan_ears1663 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I wish your songs were on itunes or spotify. they're too good for me not to be able to listen to them while driving

  • @tecraccoon
    @tecraccoon 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This radiates Caleb's spirit completely.

  • @samuelcasales4795
    @samuelcasales4795 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This an incredible piece of music. Jesus!...

  • @seanfoster5122
    @seanfoster5122 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m just catching up on Critical Role (I’m in the early 50’s, no spoilers), and I distinctly remember what I felt and what Caleb was feeling when he made the big reveal of his whole backstory to the group, and this evoked those exact same feelings. 10/10, I have listened to this 29 times.

  • @csgamer89
    @csgamer89 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I will never tire of this masterpiece, especially now that we've learned more about Caleb and who he is as a person in recent episodes after his run in with a fellow 'graduate' from his old teacher. Yeesh, and she very nearly killed him with a single attack no less. I can't begin to imagine how strong the man himself is if one of his students was able to nearly wipe Caleb out with a surprise attack with an improvised weapon no less. Still, this song will forever be a favorite Rise, and as ever, good luck to you my friend.
    LONG MAY YOU REIGN!

  • @zacharycunningham9750
    @zacharycunningham9750 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    @theRISEundaunted This music is awesome dude. I have been listening to your themes while creating my own campaign for my group. Your work has helped me make some awesome boss fights. Can’t wait to hear what you release next.

  • @birdbones7869
    @birdbones7869 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is my favorite piece youve made. It perfectly matches Caleb, my favorite member of the M9.

  • @rithrius5384
    @rithrius5384 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    _"None of us wants to kill anyone. We're all tired. I'm tired...but I'll go to work if I need to."_
    ~ Episode 36. 23 minutes in.

  • @hereteknician4814
    @hereteknician4814 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think that the piano piece is what caleb's life was meant to be. But, as the song progresses the other parts arrive adn soon drown out the piano, suhc that no one would be able to tell wheat the right path is anymore. I think this is super symbolic, totally represents caleb, and is absolutely beautiful. Well Done, A tip of the hat to you

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      and a tip of the hat to you for that analysis! thanks for stopping by buddy

  • @thecryophile4195
    @thecryophile4195 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love it! Really awesome work.

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      the embers of a thousand suns thank you for your support!

  • @meechiejamerson
    @meechiejamerson 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    For some reason, I get massive Mass Effect vibes from this. And I love it.

  • @samupsilva
    @samupsilva 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Caleb is and will always be my favorite character. Ever. Even more than Kvothe

  • @deKahedron
    @deKahedron 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My cat's favourite song. I think.

  • @CelestiaLily
    @CelestiaLily 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It's in 3/4 time!!! Holy shit I love the waltz bit

  • @pogeman2345
    @pogeman2345 6 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Hey man gotta' ask but what do you use to make these? I'm trying to learn how so that I can some for my own group and I really want a starting point to go off of. You may reply to this message.

    • @TheBriguy1998
      @TheBriguy1998 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hey, what is this? a heart but no reply?

    • @dingus4244
      @dingus4244 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      he uses mixcraft

  • @dirtfaery
    @dirtfaery 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can't wait to hear Molly's theme.
    Good stuff. Thanks for sharing your creations.

    • @dirtfaery
      @dirtfaery 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Also, kinda hoping if you ever get to Beau's theme, that it has lots of taiko drums.

  • @HeathcliffVaren
    @HeathcliffVaren 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is beyond phenomenal... what a way to embody the loss, pain and inner conflict of such a well thought out and deep character. Hats off to you

  • @TheEverythingStudios
    @TheEverythingStudios 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    With me writing a book, this song, by itself, is the feel I'm going for in the ending. This climactic high, before a haunting silence. I am absolutely flattened by how good this is. If you ever decide you do commission work... like... do it.

  • @harleyretherford6329
    @harleyretherford6329 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was studying this picture for several minutes and knew I'd seen it somewhere when it suddenly hit me. I was all like, Oh shit! That's ABD's art.

  • @paintboxriverstory
    @paintboxriverstory 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Before I even finished listening I had already linked it to two of my friends. Turned out the lights and sat there in the dark for a full five minutes with my headphones on. This is it, this is Caleb.

  • @gerrion25
    @gerrion25 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey, Rise Undaunted! Your work is trully wonderfull - it portraits Caleb's frailty with respect. I trully hope you allow Critical Role to use it when Caleb finally enacts justice to his past in the game. Would be so, SO FITTING!

  • @hallps2460
    @hallps2460 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great work as always

  • @tinius9276
    @tinius9276 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now that its confirmed we are getting a mighty nein show, I want this in the OST

  • @blairsanne
    @blairsanne 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just had to comment how much I love this. I'm a huge Caleb fan and this is just soooo lovely

  • @BlueVortecz
    @BlueVortecz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I reaaaaaally want this picture to move like the League of Legends login screen. It already has the music, and art now it just needs the motion

    • @theriseundaunted1690
      @theriseundaunted1690  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i soooo agree and have tried to learn how but im trash at it haha. know someone?

  • @machinaheart
    @machinaheart 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh my, I already am firmly in love with your Fjord theme, but and this is just as amazing! I really adore it! Thank you so much for making these! (I sure hope there's more to come *___*)

  • @ezron9366
    @ezron9366 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well, after the past two episode, 48 and 49, this song really hits home

  • @hilken
    @hilken 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You should upload this on Spotify.

  • @AegisRamble0
    @AegisRamble0 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ah damn!! This one is perfect too!!

  • @May-cb4hq
    @May-cb4hq 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh wow, I had goose bumps while listening. It really fit Caleb. You did an awesome work. Love it !