Is Majima the GOAT? Yes. Yes he is He is such a beloved character, so much that even the devs are a bit caught off guard sometimes by how popular he has been and still is throughout the franchise. Excited to see you experience his story and finding out why everyone is so madly in love with him ❤
So, a funny thing about Majima's Kansai-ben is that it's a put-on. The character was SUPPOSED to have a natural accent, but his VA, who isn't a native and was putting on the accent as part of the character, occasionally screwed up early in the series, such that there's a line from Yakuza... 4? 5? Where his kyodai comments that his "accent's slipping." So now you can usually tell how composed Majima is in a given situation by what accent he uses, because when he's using Kansai-ben, it's an indication that he's in control, he's playing the role he needs to play, and when it slips, he's emotionally vulnerable in some way. It's some really brilliant writing that basically came about accidentally.
Omg ! You finally met him, the lord of the night in person ❤ He's such an amazing character and his introduction is too iconic ! The moment he came to the screen, i was so hooked. He's so charismatic and most importantly, he's an absolute genius. By making sure to let everyone know about the man's position, he's actually pressuring him to pay for the night and, by extension, he's making his business way more attractive. I was deeply impressed too about how he did turn the situation to his favor but honestly, that's Majima Goro for you i must say ! I'm deeply happy you're continuing this playthrough ! Your insight about the whole story, the culture and the characters make the whole experience so unique ! And it's nice to see you getting more and more better with the gameplay ! Thank you sm for today, Jahara, and i'll see you next time of course !
so happy you're back, and you got to the majima part! you're seriously going to fall in love with his character bc i had the exact same reaction to his introduction when i first played. can't wait for the next vid :D
These videos are so great!! the "let's play" style + education mixed with game play makes this series so entertaining to watch compared to lots of other yakuza play throughs I've seen before, it makes it super refreshing despite me have playing the game before, and jahara's personality is so wonderful too, her anecdotes are so interesting! I can't wait to see more of these :]
The best english equivalent I can give for comparing Osaka ben to Tokyo ben is with patois. Where it's still english, but very different and it has variant levels of thickness depending on the words you use.
Whenever I see people overseas playing Yakuza, I wonder how the difference between Kiryu's language and Majima's Kansai dialect sounds, since English subtitles probably won't make a difference. People who understand Japanese seem to understand that Majima's Kansai dialect is different from standard Japanese, but Jahara was kind enough to explain it so carefully, which I thought was impressive. Majima in 0 is very charming, so I think you'll like him more and more the more you play.
Ok the plot with Kiryu took an interesting turn 👀 (though can we really trust Tachibana? I’m still unsure 😅) Also the introduction to Majima didn’t have to go this hard but it did and I’m so glad 😁 I already like his vibe, I can’t wait to see how his storyline unfolds ☺️ But yeah I missed your Yakuza videos, I’m glad you had the time to be back on this game because it’s always a good time 😊
Great as always! Don’t forget that environmental objects are there for a reason, and you’re playing on hard mode by not using them. (B button is grab) Boss fights with lots of objects are basically coded to be fought in beast style, as that style auto grabs objects and deals insane damage. it’s a ton of fun and has the best heat actions of the game in it so it’s worth practicing when you get back to Kiryu.
Congrats on meeting Majima! I'm not gonna lie, this dude is very, very handsome. You're gonna get into a lot of exciting gameplay with him. Wonderful job on the fight with Oda, by the way. You're really getting the hang of the combat in this game. Those were some smooth dodges. Keep it up and you'll be shredding those late game bosses.
Glad to see you back Jahara! Majima is definitely a lot of people's favorite character. To me, he's definitely tied with Kiryu. He's undoubtedly part of what makes 0 so spectacular.
THE MAN HAS FINALLY ARRIVED! GORO MOTHERFUCKING MAJIMA! A clear fan favorite for multiple reasons that will all be displayed in this here game. He's smooth, sexy, funny, handsome, cool AF, while also having one of the most compelling parts of the story in Y0. Please Enjoy this man! He is my husband as well as many other fans'.
So I’ve always known there are dialects within languages- but you’re the first person to point out Japanese dialects I’ve seen. I’m not comfortable sharing my home tongue online but there’s two ‘dialects’ (definitely more) green and white- I think you’re pretty spot on it, for my tongue, it’s very much comparable to English vs Scottish. Sometimes you’re like, “Yeah- I know what you’re saying,” the next, “Are you reciting old prayers?” 😂 Majima’s into though, like I know he’s a good guy, but if I didn’t know any better, I’d be so wary of him, he’s so… amazing? I aspire to have even half of his temperament.
regarding to majima casual accent, worry not, his VA apparently not so fluent with Osakan dialect as the some Japanese themselves even say that Majima has his own unique Osakan dialect
Wow, thanks for this! I'm absolutely loving your little explanations of the linguistic and cultural nuances in the game! They make this one of the most entertaining let's-plays I've ever seen! Of any game! And yeah, Majima's the best! I already knew that! ♥ ☺
Now that you met Majima, there’s a reminder to temper your expectations of him in the rest of the series. He’s not as important to the series as this game may make it seem. He’s mostly a side character whose importance in the main story has dwindled as the series gone on. People who start the series with this game somewhat believe he’s a main character along Kiryu, but that’s not the case. Kiryu, and later Ichiban, are the series main characters.
Varying up your combos would help the combat be more fun for you. X, X, Y or X, Y, Y for example. You can unlock more combos later on through training or lvls
Is Majima the GOAT? Yes. Yes he is He is such a beloved character, so much that even the devs are a bit caught off guard sometimes by how popular he has been and still is throughout the franchise. Excited to see you experience his story and finding out why everyone is so madly in love with him ❤
So, a funny thing about Majima's Kansai-ben is that it's a put-on. The character was SUPPOSED to have a natural accent, but his VA, who isn't a native and was putting on the accent as part of the character, occasionally screwed up early in the series, such that there's a line from Yakuza... 4? 5? Where his kyodai comments that his "accent's slipping."
So now you can usually tell how composed Majima is in a given situation by what accent he uses, because when he's using Kansai-ben, it's an indication that he's in control, he's playing the role he needs to play, and when it slips, he's emotionally vulnerable in some way. It's some really brilliant writing that basically came about accidentally.
It's the beginning of saejima's part in Yakuza 4. That he says that before the ramen shooting.
Omg ! You finally met him, the lord of the night in person ❤ He's such an amazing character and his introduction is too iconic ! The moment he came to the screen, i was so hooked. He's so charismatic and most importantly, he's an absolute genius. By making sure to let everyone know about the man's position, he's actually pressuring him to pay for the night and, by extension, he's making his business way more attractive. I was deeply impressed too about how he did turn the situation to his favor but honestly, that's Majima Goro for you i must say ! I'm deeply happy you're continuing this playthrough ! Your insight about the whole story, the culture and the characters make the whole experience so unique ! And it's nice to see you getting more and more better with the gameplay ! Thank you sm for today, Jahara, and i'll see you next time of course !
so happy you're back, and you got to the majima part! you're seriously going to fall in love with his character bc i had the exact same reaction to his introduction when i first played. can't wait for the next vid :D
Much like Kamurocho is based on Kabukicho, Sotenbori is based on Dotonbori in Osaka. I'm so excited to see you get to know Majima
These videos are so great!! the "let's play" style + education mixed with game play makes this series so entertaining to watch compared to lots of other yakuza play throughs I've seen before, it makes it super refreshing despite me have playing the game before, and jahara's personality is so wonderful too, her anecdotes are so interesting! I can't wait to see more of these :]
Aw I’m so glad you enjoy it!!
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:40 Gameplay Begins
10:11 The Champion District
25:05 Visiting Tachibana Real Estate
42:00 Chapter 3 - A Gilded Cage
1:06:34 Jahara’s Ending Thoughts
The best english equivalent I can give for comparing Osaka ben to Tokyo ben is with patois. Where it's still english, but very different and it has variant levels of thickness depending on the words you use.
Whenever I see people overseas playing Yakuza, I wonder how the difference between Kiryu's language and Majima's Kansai dialect sounds, since English subtitles probably won't make a difference. People who understand Japanese seem to understand that Majima's Kansai dialect is different from standard Japanese, but Jahara was kind enough to explain it so carefully, which I thought was impressive. Majima in 0 is very charming, so I think you'll like him more and more the more you play.
Ok the plot with Kiryu took an interesting turn 👀 (though can we really trust Tachibana? I’m still unsure 😅) Also the introduction to Majima didn’t have to go this hard but it did and I’m so glad 😁 I already like his vibe, I can’t wait to see how his storyline unfolds ☺️ But yeah I missed your Yakuza videos, I’m glad you had the time to be back on this game because it’s always a good time 😊
Majima's introduction here is still one of my favorites in all video game history :D
Great as always!
Don’t forget that environmental objects are there for a reason, and you’re playing on hard mode by not using them. (B button is grab)
Boss fights with lots of objects are basically coded to be fought in beast style, as that style auto grabs objects and deals insane damage. it’s a ton of fun and has the best heat actions of the game in it so it’s worth practicing when you get back to Kiryu.
I'm loving this series so much! I really want you to translate all the small stuff it's so cool
When that locket came out I was totally expecting a Pulp Fiction Christopher Walken monologue to happen regarding where that locket has been 😂😂😂
Congrats on meeting Majima! I'm not gonna lie, this dude is very, very handsome. You're gonna get into a lot of exciting gameplay with him.
Wonderful job on the fight with Oda, by the way. You're really getting the hang of the combat in this game. Those were some smooth dodges. Keep it up and you'll be shredding those late game bosses.
Lol thanks! I’m trying to implement the fighting tips yall give
Goro Majima everyone: Lord of the Night and King of the F**ing Hustle!
Glad to see you back Jahara! Majima is definitely a lot of people's favorite character. To me, he's definitely tied with Kiryu. He's undoubtedly part of what makes 0 so spectacular.
THE MAN HAS FINALLY ARRIVED! GORO MOTHERFUCKING MAJIMA! A clear fan favorite for multiple reasons that will all be displayed in this here game. He's smooth, sexy, funny, handsome, cool AF, while also having one of the most compelling parts of the story in Y0. Please Enjoy this man! He is my husband as well as many other fans'.
So I’ve always known there are dialects within languages- but you’re the first person to point out Japanese dialects I’ve seen.
I’m not comfortable sharing my home tongue online but there’s two ‘dialects’ (definitely more) green and white- I think you’re pretty spot on it, for my tongue, it’s very much comparable to English vs Scottish.
Sometimes you’re like, “Yeah- I know what you’re saying,” the next, “Are you reciting old prayers?” 😂
Majima’s into though, like I know he’s a good guy, but if I didn’t know any better, I’d be so wary of him, he’s so… amazing? I aspire to have even half of his temperament.
You‘re back! So happy to see you. And you finally met the most beloved character of the franchise: Majima Goro
And the stage is set... 😎
We love you queen!!!! 👑
regarding to majima casual accent, worry not, his VA apparently not so fluent with Osakan dialect as the some Japanese themselves even say that Majima has his own unique Osakan dialect
Yes you can shake him down if he's asleep. You just gotta move away when he begins waking up, but thankfully he's really slow.
Missed these playthrough and the Japanese knowledge that comes with it. Also glad you're feeling much better
Great to see your back with these, and you've got to the legend that is Maijima. I can't wait to see more.
WE'RE BAAAAAAAAACK!
I don't think I will ever see a better character introduction than Majima's introduction in Yakuza 0.
Majima has one of the most gut wrenching stories I’ve ever played,he’s stayed my favorite character throughout the series😭
YESSS THE MAN THE MYTH THE LEGEND
Wow, thanks for this! I'm absolutely loving your little explanations of the linguistic and cultural nuances in the game! They make this one of the most entertaining let's-plays I've ever seen! Of any game! And yeah, Majima's the best! I already knew that! ♥ ☺
Aw I’m so glad you’re enjoying it!
bout to get SO GOOD
Now that you met Majima, there’s a reminder to temper your expectations of him in the rest of the series. He’s not as important to the series as this game may make it seem. He’s mostly a side character whose importance in the main story has dwindled as the series gone on. People who start the series with this game somewhat believe he’s a main character along Kiryu, but that’s not the case. Kiryu, and later Ichiban, are the series main characters.
THe language you were thinking of is Scotts.
Majima goat
Varying up your combos would help the combat be more fun for you. X, X, Y or X, Y, Y for example. You can unlock more combos later on through training or lvls
Finally!!!!