Audio RP | Turned Into a Vampire By Your Boyfriend (Ft.

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  • it's a long road ahead
    Trigger Warnings: [disassociation/depersonalization][character angst][emotional distress][references to trauma][references to fictional tragedy and loss of life]
    ---
    Big thank you to my friend Hedral for reprising the role of William! Hedral is part of an awesome D&D podcast called the Utopia Dungeons and Dragons Podcast that you should definitely check out, and he's got a channel here on TH-cam as well!
    www.utopiadndp...
    ‪@HedralWyrdsmythe‬
    Aftershock may be over, but the road to recovery certainly isn't. The effects of all of this will continue to be felt throughout these storylines. These were some of the immediate impacts directly in the wake of the disaster for some of the characters, but these are just a first step in a marathon, one that, just like in real life, isn't going to be linear. We won't see every step in that-- the pitfalls and high points and the unglamorous-but-incredibly-important stretches in between, where it's just making it from day to day-- but amongst the greater narratives unfolding on this channel, we'll continue to see that process of trying to get back to "normal", while still being honest to the fact that that will be a lot easier said than done, especially for some of these characters.
    That said, there are also a lot of other plots on this channel that have been on the backburner in favor of these arcs, and they need to get some attention again. So expect in the immediate future to see some of those other narratives get some love before we get back to these characters. And I know a lot of people have asked about Sam; he's not forgotten in all this. We'll absolutely be seeing how he's doing with all this before too long.
    Vincent's playlist: • Vampire Prince [Vincent]
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ความคิดเห็น • 295

  • @saltyred5973
    @saltyred5973 2 ปีที่แล้ว +405

    I love how Vincent is just…constantly rambling, trying to get lovely to understand. I like to think that Lovely is sort of just…not looking at him. I do this a lot when I’m anxious and feeling dissociated, I bet their feeling their fangs with their tongue and feeling around their body and sort of confused/scared cause it feels lighter than before??? And everything is so much that they don’t want Vincent touching them and sort of scoot away from him because touching would be over-stimulating. The further along Vincent gets in his ramble the easier it is to focus because in all of the uncertainty of “what tf is going on??” Vincent is the only recognizable and stable thing in their life rn.

    • @Hannah-mt1no
      @Hannah-mt1no 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I thought about dissociating too he’s describing exactly how I feel when I dissociate

  • @Kazifae
    @Kazifae 2 ปีที่แล้ว +558

    Poor Lovely is getting metaphorical whiplash from this last year and a half.

    • @chaosbeam4654
      @chaosbeam4654 2 ปีที่แล้ว +119

      Lovely is a piñata and the universe is a 13 year old kid who’s parents just got divorced

    • @-neptunestar
      @-neptunestar 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @@chaosbeam4654 what is this metaphor and why is it so amazing and accurate.

    • @Meowthezar
      @Meowthezar 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@chaosbeam4654 IM CRYING THIS SO TRUE 😭😭

    • @ishouldreallychangemyname948
      @ishouldreallychangemyname948 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@chaosbeam4654 LEAAVE 😭😭😭

    • @Boredscrolling_101
      @Boredscrolling_101 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@chaosbeam4654as an ex 13 year old who’s parents got divorced when she was 3, this is highly accurate

  • @markus6431
    @markus6431 2 ปีที่แล้ว +908

    Williams voice is like liquid gold

  • @DivineMissEm80
    @DivineMissEm80 2 ปีที่แล้ว +956

    The fact that two of my major worries was eliminated immediately is beautiful. How deeply Vincent loves and the devotion and dedication shown warms my heart. It's obviously not going to be easy at all but the foundation is strong. That definitely means a lot!

    • @zaymlsspam
      @zaymlsspam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Same, i was genuinely concerned and anxious about this video specifically

    • @DivineMissEm80
      @DivineMissEm80 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @Isaiah Gabriel It wasn't even that I thought he would use the invocation, but it was the power imbalance. In getting rid of his ability to do that AND the ability for him to lie, it sets as close to equal as they can be. Everything else will obviously have to be worked through, but that was the thing that worried me about the relationship.

    • @zaymlsspam
      @zaymlsspam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@DivineMissEm80 Oh ok, my bad. I was just worried cuz i didn't know how things were gonna go

    • @DivineMissEm80
      @DivineMissEm80 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@zaymlsspam Haha. That's entirely valid!

    • @nicoedogawa1203
      @nicoedogawa1203 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      L lololol l
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  • @karen98653
    @karen98653 2 ปีที่แล้ว +511

    I had a feeling Vincent would have Will remove his ability to invoke; that fear of a power imbalance was something I knew had to be lingering in his mind. The fact that he also went so far as to ensure that he can't lie to them either too- to ensure equal footing, there's so much love there, this was so beautiful to see

    • @dinamit645
      @dinamit645 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Sorry can you please tell me what invoking means 😭😭 i dont get it

    • @lolalove6141
      @lolalove6141 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@dinamit645 invoking is like having the ability to force someone to do something. For example Adam invoked Lovely so they couldn't get away or call for help

    • @dinamit645
      @dinamit645 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@lolalove6141 oh i thought vampires can just trance humans, thank you so much!

    • @DraconicSnom210
      @DraconicSnom210 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@dinamit645 in this series, it means the Maker of a vampire can impose their will onto those that they turn. What Adam did was trancing, which is a vampire exclusive ability but I suppose similar effects

  • @bunnygirlsauce9448
    @bunnygirlsauce9448 2 ปีที่แล้ว +554

    I wonder what lovely is gonna think about loosing a bit of their powers, Considering Sam cant heal like he used to before he was turned I imagine lovely's electro powers are now not as powerful

    • @darbyyarrow
      @darbyyarrow 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      @BunnyGirlSauce you are right, since Vincent turned lovely they core is different now but they still do have their electric powers, they just have to work on them again sadly

    • @rileywaters3454
      @rileywaters3454 2 ปีที่แล้ว +62

      i think they won’t be too upset. since they haven’t spent their whole lives with their powers, only a couple years, it probably won’t feel like their loosing a part of their identity and purpose like it did with Sam. i feel like they’ll be a bit upset about it, though, considering how excited and eager they were to learn when they got them (as i would too, who tf wouldn’t). but there’s a possibility that their excitement came partly from learning about a whole new magical world, and now they’re eternally a part of it with Vincent!! i feel like they’ll see it as a net gain in the end. or at least i do.

    • @littleinfant5055
      @littleinfant5055 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      @@rileywaters3454 I would be upset cause my conscious would go to “I spent my time working on something that made me insecure about myself. And it was so great... now its gone.” But I feel like the character lovely wouldn’t go down that route of thought.

    • @moonchild3143
      @moonchild3143 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      I actually feel it may be the opposite. Lovely is a latent the magic that soaked into their body making them a powerful electrode might be just as powerful as a vampire, or making them a very powerful vampire even though a vampire magic is physically

    • @kkiaera2943
      @kkiaera2943 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Actually by saying their core changes, doesnt that mean all of them become like freelancers? Or maybe they dont have elements or energetic powers anymore, that’s why sam only heals and in the inversion he was using his hands. It’s like their power numbs or smthn, like how wolves can’t use the elements, Im guessing all magical creatures have magic running through their veins differently..I hope that isnt the. Case though

  • @indig0icee
    @indig0icee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +331

    2 minutes in and I’m tearing up. He really did that. He begged Will to help immediately- not that there was any doubt before, but his relationship with Lovely clearly means so much to him. My lil heart can barely take it.

  • @MoonSwrd5
    @MoonSwrd5 2 ปีที่แล้ว +319

    To me, this turning into a vampire is special. When compared to other videos dealing with this topic, it’s very fast moving, non consensual (no shade if you’re into that), and just feels incomplete. Here, Vincent walks Lovely through the steps into the turning and explains how things will start to feel normal again and he wants the bond to feel genuine so there’s no upper hand or any misdirection. We’re both on an even playing field now. One of my favorite turning videos💕

  • @hopemccalley6955
    @hopemccalley6955 2 ปีที่แล้ว +448

    I feel like Lovely is half way listening. Not in a rude way, just in a survival mode type of way. Like, continuing to look around trying to focus only to lose it. That’s way his voice has moments of calm yet, louder to keep lovely from not losing it. Especially, considering their powers are probably making them extremely hype aware of the situation. Just my thoughts and how I would react if this were to happen. Thx for this whole story :)

  • @wolfsonic9908
    @wolfsonic9908 2 ปีที่แล้ว +349

    Me over here getting way too excited and whisper yelling "william!" when I hear him speak. I'm so glad we got to hear from Will again, even for just a brief moment. I honestly don't know why I never thought of Vincent asking him to remove his ability to envoke and I was confused for a second. Though I understood why and I nearly melted. I loved this and all of the aftershock videos, well done Erik!!
    Edit: yoooo! Thank you for all the likes!!!

    • @MIAArce-jr4ud
      @MIAArce-jr4ud 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Just wait for the Sam rp to realized what he did

  • @pau_u3500
    @pau_u3500 2 ปีที่แล้ว +227

    " but more than any of that, I'm here for you just as Vincent... the guy who loves you" (12:23) this got my heart swimming through pacific ocean 🤸🏻‍♀️

    • @Darlin.1
      @Darlin.1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So true 😭

  • @Meg.01
    @Meg.01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +235

    It felt like there was so many layers to this Vincent's explanations felt almost panicked to me, like he was doing his best to be reassuring but was struggling to keep in the fear of them feeling like he did. I'm very glad he chose to not be able to invoke them, a relationship where each is completely unable to lie will definitely be so interesting to explore.

  • @Zero..o
    @Zero..o 2 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    Vincent explaining how it feels after just being turned really shows what he went through after he turned

  • @babalonzy2315
    @babalonzy2315 2 ปีที่แล้ว +586

    Lovely is going to walk into their therapist and be like 'You'll never guess what new trauma I unlocked this week!"
    Vincent is so wonderful. Wanting to be partners and equals no matter what. Knowing that Lovely has suffered from the power imbalance in the past and wanting to assure them that not only that he doesn't want that, but wont have that be a problem. And that ending though! Maybe it's just me but it sounded a bit like a proposal 😍

    • @tidalwave4011
      @tidalwave4011 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      when was that? did i missed the part that lovely suffered from power imbalance?

    • @l1nny.l1ns
      @l1nny.l1ns 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@tidalwave4011 knowing of a power imbalance in the past could be cuz of Adam as he was a vampire and used his powers not that nicely aka giving lovely trauma

    • @kyliesawyer9330
      @kyliesawyer9330 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Vincent i love him he is so sweet and so kind

    • @GwenElyzabeth
      @GwenElyzabeth ปีที่แล้ว +9

      The therapist like: Oh god, what now😫

    • @littlegayboyfr
      @littlegayboyfr ปีที่แล้ว +1

      “you’ll never guess what new trauma i unlocked”
      me: level up

  • @technicolordreamer
    @technicolordreamer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +177

    So Vincent did ask William to take away his ability to invoke Lovely! I wonder if Vincent and Lovely can really continue as a couple, also being Maker/progeny? I am curious to learn more about the details of a Maker/progeny bond through a vampire listener character.
    I appreciate Vincent's emphasis of them being completely equal partners, also making it where he can't lie to Lovely either. But man, has Lovely been through the ringer!
    I also still wonder what Vincent got invoked for, especially since he said he was grateful that William did it to him.
    I have been long awaiting this episode! Also, enjoyed the cameo of William. I love the Vincent storyline so much, and that love grows a little more with each new episode!
    12:24- "the guy who loves you"
    13:56- "I love you"
    14:16- "equal partners"
    15:39- "forever, a beautiful future"
    16:55- "we have each other"

    • @litl_kim
      @litl_kim 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Being that Will said it can be used in life & death decisions...and that Vincent knows that...I’d rather not think about it 🥺

    • @wolfieisacat13
      @wolfieisacat13 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      vincent probably almost killed someone.

    • @litl_kim
      @litl_kim 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@wolfieisacat13 I think he was going to hurt himself 🥺 He said he went through a really rough phase, not dealing with being a vampire well

    • @wolfieisacat13
      @wolfieisacat13 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@litl_kim i'm hoping i'm right :)

    • @IRLAngel23
      @IRLAngel23 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Vincent did not feed and he had to be invoked by will and will had someone who wanted Vincent to feed of them

  • @ShanaChiiBaka
    @ShanaChiiBaka 2 ปีที่แล้ว +283

    Ok, first off, thank you for including when exactly these interactions occurred. It helps to have an idea of where everyone's at, and makes it so much more realistic. I'm so invested in your channel it's not even funny, but i love it haha. Also, the amount of work you've put into all your stories is amazing, and I can't wait for what comes next.
    Damn... whoever made that prediction in the discord was correct.. but i guess it really was expected for Vincent to go that route.. given that he has so much respect for Lovely.
    Edit: Mad respect to Vincent for wanting to be on equals with Lovely, he is an amazing maker! And glad we get to be graced with more of Hedral~ Hope we can hear more of him as Will in the future, he has an amazing voice ❤

  • @Gemmyrose
    @Gemmyrose 2 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    how very well done! the idea that Vincent wanted to cover all the concerns and fears that he had when he was turned without having being asked is the kind of consideration we all need. Knowing the physical alterations would be noticeable and probably startling, he was right there reassuring them that it was normal and would become more natural to them eventually. The best follow up we could have gotten for Vincent and his lovely is that their relationship is able to adapt and hopefully survive

  • @mischievousfox
    @mischievousfox 2 ปีที่แล้ว +144

    I'm so glad Vincent virtually immediately got rid of that advantage over Lovely. I'm not a huge fan of being in "maker-progeny" and romantic relationships at the same time (it just gives a bit bad vibes). Although it's not something that would bother me to the point where I would have to stop following the story, I'm glad that Vincent does everything he can to make his relationship with Lovely as equal as possible.
    Also that not-being-able-to-lie thing was a concern for me. I'm happy it's been solved too (kinda, it still is a bit bothering, because it takes away a part of their freedom, but at least now it goes both ways). It's not an ideal solution, but the best we could get. -So now any "I'm fine" when you're not really fine is out of use I suppose? :p-
    In conclusion, I'm glad this video turned out as it did. I'm ready for this plot to unfold, it might be very intereting!
    _and still waiting for Sam 😤😅_

    • @aneshkawaters1464
      @aneshkawaters1464 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      First of all: I was also pretty upset about the whole can't lie thing, but hearing how Vincent's feelings toward us didn't change is nice, and the fact he wants us to be equal.
      Second of all: I am also waiting on the edge of my seat for Sam's video!
      Third of all: I thought that I'm fine joke was hilarious!

    • @nehalol1650
      @nehalol1650 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      i’m waiting for sam too 🙏🏼💌

    • @caitlynmiller6662
      @caitlynmiller6662 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is completely random but I forgot italic emojis were a thing.

  • @icecloudee_2727
    @icecloudee_2727 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    im so worried about lovely's first bloodlust episode and how hurt vincent would be witnessing it i cant do this
    erik this is literally a masterpiece this WHOLE SERIES was a masterpiece THANK YOU FOR YOUR HARDWORK WE LOVE YOU !!!!!!

  • @Dryadalum
    @Dryadalum 2 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I was casually feeding my cat when it hit me, ’oh my god it’s Vincent today!” And here I am. A big smile of an emotional bubble on my lips. He’s such a beautiful and caring soul. He loves so deeply and the part about being equals, why he wanted William (oh goodness, him!) to make it that way - aahhh, emotions! Vinney - yes - has been one of my faves for a long time and this bond gets stronger the more of his beautiful being we get

  • @katiestar6022
    @katiestar6022 2 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Man I haven't gotten too emotional through this series.
    But, let me tell you. I BAWLED. Vincent's desire to be on equal footing? To not hold power over his partner?
    My first love from this channel. OH MAN. I swooned even harder. I can't handle any more of these videos. 😭😖

  • @calip8749
    @calip8749 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    IM GONNA CRY I CANT ALL I HEAR WAS “you’re.. a vampire now. Like me” I CANT MY HEART AND HANDS HURT

  • @earldritchgrey
    @earldritchgrey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Brilliant acting and writing from Erik aside, Hedral absolutely knocks it out of the park as william every time. It’s so hard to get that kind of quiet power and tenderness within the same breath and it’s done spectacularly

  • @Novalplants
    @Novalplants ปีที่แล้ว +10

    honestly, i imagine Lovely being completely emotionless after the turning; Having lost a lot of their power due to the change, - it was something they were so good at and so proud of having- on top of the trauma from the inversion and having their life force taken by the shade, i can see them closing up and talking a lot less

  • @sedentarybeing
    @sedentarybeing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    I am so glad Vincent took the steps he did to make sure Lovely and him were on equal footing after their Turning. It was so heartwarming, watching him go to William. It didn’t even cross my mind at first that he could also ask William to invoke him not to be able to lie to them. I love how far Vincent has gone to make his and Lovely’s relationship one full of trust and respect. It’s a beautiful partnership.
    CW: [discussion of possible character self-harm][mention of possible character s**cide attempt]
    Also, though we still haven’t learned what precisely happened when William had to invoke Vincent, I gather from their conversation that not only was it to save Vincent’s life but that he might have been a danger to himself.This is purely theory, but we learned that Vincent struggled greatly in the aftermath of his turning, and I think it might be possible that he put himself intentionally in harm’s way and/or sought to die.
    [End of material pertaining to content warnings]
    No matter the back story, we know that William’s ability to invoke Vincent is why he’s still alive today. Which means that Vincent is gravely aware that relinquishing control over Lovely might mean that there comes a day where he might lose them forever because he doesn’t have invoking as a last resort to save their life. I love that he doesn’t focus on fearing what could happen but rather what *is* happening in the moment: that his partner right now needs someone they can trust wholeheartedly to get through this.
    I love all our bois (okay that’s grand, aqua asshat and cult boy, I don’t love) but Vincent has such a special place in my heart for all the growth he’s demonstrated across his series.

    • @setsyoufree8
      @setsyoufree8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I've been thinking he tried to burn himself to death, but William was able to stop him. Remember when he told Lovely about how sunlight does burn vampires, but it's not immediate like some media portrays? Other than from another clan member, how else would Vincent know that without experiencing it himself?

    • @kilarthmac
      @kilarthmac 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Both of your theories make a lot of sense, and if its true thats so heartbreaking 😭

  • @peta8836
    @peta8836 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    The respect Vin has for lovely and back is something beautiful. When Vin was explaining and trying to reassure lovely it really felt he was saying it from the bottom of his heart also with the fear that they get to experience the same thing he did. I can't process how are you able to express so much emotion with your voice only this is unreal almost. Love your videos truly. Im really excited for more Vin and Lovey videos and how is everything gonna go!

  • @namjoonbug9044
    @namjoonbug9044 2 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    0:49 "Vincent, the ability to invoke is not something to be thrown away lightly. It can mean the very difference between life and death; you know that."
    Huuuh? wait?? what?? I wonder if we'll ever find out more about the time William had to invoke Vincent. I'd like to hear that story..

    • @madimcpeters7934
      @madimcpeters7934 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      im newer, what exactly is invoking? is it like trancing?

    • @namjoonbug9044
      @namjoonbug9044 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@madimcpeters7934 Welcome! I'd be happy to explain.
      Yeah, invoking is a little similar to trancing. But the importance difference in Redacted's universe is that while any vampire can trance someone (except other vamps I believe), only a maker can invoke their prodigy (people they've turned into vamps).
      It's a good tool for makers to keep their prodigies in check because when someone is invoked, they can't ignore or disobey what their maker is telling them to do or not do in that moment. It helps with acclimatising to being a vamp, any rules and the bloodlust newborns experience.
      So basically it seems like there was a situation where William had to invoke Vincent, otherwise there would have been loss of life. And I wasn't aware the situation was that serious. Hope that helps :)

    • @setsyoufree8
      @setsyoufree8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I've been thinking he tried to burn himself to death, but William was able to stop him. Remember when he told Lovely about how sunlight does burn vampires, but it's not immediate like some media portrays? Other than from another clan member, how else would Vincent know that without experiencing it himself?

  • @LovelyDeviantAlyssa
    @LovelyDeviantAlyssa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    This audio is absolute perfection. There is no other phrase that would accurately encompass my thoughts and feelings at the moment. I'm in awe, and more than a little teary-eyed. I'm stunned into silence right now. I just...💖😭💖😭
    The fact that Vincent was so adamant about casting aside his ability to Invoke Lovely, as well as his ability to lie to them, all in an effort to keep the relationship balanced/genuine... It speaks to the beautiful dedication, deep devotion, love, and flow of trust between him and the listener. With that in mind, this quote is so wonderful: _"I love you. I don’t want that kind of imbalance between us. I don’t want that kind of power over you. I Turned you, but you aren’t progeny to me. You’re my partner. We’re equals. Me being your Maker gives us an incredible bond, one that goes both ways. And that’s how I want everything about this to be-something that goes both ways, that we share. So I had William take away my ability to Invoke. And as your Maker, you can’t lie to me, so I had him make it so that I can’t lie to you. Both ways, with everything."_
    On top of that: Vincent's eagerness to validate Lovely's experience, as well as talk through it, amidst his own unique nervousness and uncertainty, was so sweet and earnest. Not that I'd ever expect anything less from Vincent, of course! ❤️ He's a great fella to spend forever with, most certainly! 😭
    The emotion and sincerity in this video was portrayed exquisitely. The exploration of feeling was astounding, and expressed so perfectly. Both in the audio itself, and in the video description. Everything was worded with such care and consideration. Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful piece! And another big thank you to Hedral for reprising his role as William! It was fantastic! 😊 Needless to say, I can't wait to see where all of these storylines go from here!
    And to conclude, I'll just leave another favorite quote here, because it touched my heart: _"But more than any of that, I’m here for you just… as Vincent. The guy who loves you. And who wants to be by your side for as long as you want him."_
    Okay, I'm gonna go happy cry for awhile now 😭💖❤️💕😭

  • @Kavalier-gd9ne
    @Kavalier-gd9ne 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Cannot stress enough how the incredible writing raises the stakes and makes us feel for these characters, thank you once again for such amazing writing! Great job too Hedral!
    A visual I can’t stop thinking about is Vincent turning Lovely, and the electro symbol on their competition gear slowly being darkened by a growing stain of blood. Lovely’s officially like Vincent in such a heartbreaking way. How redacted makes such a change in their relationship so heartbreaking and building a new bond at the same time is mind blowing. Not being able to lie to Lovely?! Are you kidding? That’s a whole other level of love and care.
    And the sad tones in both Vincent and Will’s voice during their convo. How Will said that Vincent knows how crucial invoking can be as the difference between life and death, and then Vincent said, I know. Not in an angry way or ashamed way. Like a sad, grateful sense. I had the disheartening thought that invoking might have been the difference in Vincent living or taking his own life.
    Thanks for coming to my Ted talk haha, excited to see how these characters all grow from inversion!

  • @missamyy
    @missamyy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Imagine lovely with bloodlust

  • @MissRaptor
    @MissRaptor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    As *soon* as he started describing it, I *knew* it was depersonalization. It’s one of the most jarring experiences to have, and it SUCKS. Especially if it lasts for a whole day at a time. Your hands don’t even look/feel like your own. Everything is disconnected and “wrong.” You don’t even have to be doing something stressful; you can wake up with it, be with a friend, then BOOM out of body. Dizzying. Awful.
    So well done, Erik. You hit the nail on the head with all of these grief stories. This one in particular really hit close to home. But, every one had me crying.

  • @gazdy
    @gazdy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Vince was my first, when I found this channel and because of this he will be in a special place in my heart. And his decisions makes him even more valuable to me. Thank you for that, Erik it was a brilliant work again! ❤

  • @vitaminvamp
    @vitaminvamp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I was really nervous about how this would go considering that lovely was turned I'm really glad they found each other I'm just in love with Vincent's character

  • @raspberri_myx6637
    @raspberri_myx6637 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Vincent asking William to remove his ability to invoke Lovely is so damn sweet, I- 🥺
    Though my pragmatism-over-empathy brain can't help but think that doing so when we're going to be dealing with vampiric bloodlust for the next year was a less than smart idea. Here's hoping nothing comes along to stress-test Lovely's willpower...
    Also just took a peek at the description, sounds like we're getting more of The Balance and Project Meridian soon? Hype hype. Also, yes, literally every video had us asking for Sam 😅

    • @aneshkawaters1464
      @aneshkawaters1464 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      No stress test please!
      I am very "patiently" waiting for Sam's video, and I also think that the Android story is going to be the first upload after this because it's the one that's been waiting the longest. But I personally hope that Avior is next, or at least second...😊
      I have a soft spot for our slow burns. Including Sam

    • @raspberri_myx6637
      @raspberri_myx6637 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@aneshkawaters1464 Yaaas, the slow burns! 🥰 Though Avi did get a video just before Hot Boi Winter... which ended on a massive cliffhanger... guess we'll see.
      Slightly off-topic, but this just occurred to me... we have absolutely no frame of reference as to when Starlight was brought into Avior's collapsed rift. So... for all we know, they got pulled in pre-Inversion, and are going to escape only to find out that _someone_ (cough CloseKnit cough) killed 1,500 of their neighbors in the interim.
      ... I hate my brain sometimes for thinking these things.

  • @Nightshade1217
    @Nightshade1217 2 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    Oh God it's finally arrived I'll be back once I'm done
    Ok I'm back and I just wanna say
    VINCENT YOU SWEET AND BEUTIFUL BOY asking William to take away his encoding ability just so that his relationship with lovely isn't a one sided honesty relationship and him carefully explaining to lovely what was happening he was so calm about it to AND TO PUT A CHERRY ON TOP
    The writing wasn't heartbreaking it was almost uplifting in a way that even though this terrible thing happened its also a stepping stone to a new chapter in life for both these characters and one that there going to face together and all I ask is that we get a proposal plus wedding in that distant future. Well done Erik for giving us this event and go give yourself a mental break because I can't imagine that this event was easy to do.

  • @aidencopycat
    @aidencopycat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I put off this one the longest bc being turned is a huge decision to make but the way Vincent spoke about it calmed my nerves. Lovely is in such good hands so they’ll be ok. Vincent will be there every step of the the way :,)

  • @seren5132
    @seren5132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    2 minutes in and Vincent is raising my standards so high that I can never date… Like his main concern was them remaining on equal footing and preserving what they had so it’s the one, steady reliable thing in this whole confusing mess and it’s just so heart warming (???), for lack of a better term
    Also Hedral is back as Will and I’m so happy

  • @girlwithluv7288
    @girlwithluv7288 2 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    “Vincent doesn’t have any progeny”
    Well that didn’t age well 😂

    • @alexrose6199
      @alexrose6199 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      AHHHHHHH😭😭😭 😂😂
      This
      Is
      Golden
      👁👄👁

    • @heyyaitsviera
      @heyyaitsviera 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      omg where is this from

    • @potatomonika8796
      @potatomonika8796 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@heyyaitsviera Sam's HBW video, i think

  • @BonanzaObsessor
    @BonanzaObsessor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you so much for the Aftershock collection! Really enjoyed getting to see these journeys progress and super pumped for whatever's coming next. Thanks for sharing your work!

  • @madisonldyck
    @madisonldyck 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    poor lovely, they have been through so much.

  • @AshMillr
    @AshMillr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    as someone who has a disassociation/depersonalization disorder, that was actually a pretty good description of the feeling.

  • @rubyb7252
    @rubyb7252 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm literally crying at how gentle Vicent is. I'm newly married as of 3 months ago, and the adjustment has been really hard for me. We started dated during Covid so I didn't see him or his friends much in person(also our schedules didn't work out often), and I dealt with social anxiety before the isolation of the more heavier restriction time of the pandemic so that adds another layer to being with his friends and family now. And he's the quiet type so I've been forced to really push my own introverted and awkward self to socialize, and just trying to keep up with all the family friends that I'm meeting as my in laws are very sociable people. Along with other little things I'm told come with people recently married, yet being told that just raises my anxiety and frustration since I try to figure out the *why*...
    Hearing him talking about disassociating trying to make sense of all the new incoming information and trying to adjust to new "normals" is oddly comforting for me right now
    Edit: I've had this on repeat since it posted and it's seriously therapeutic to me right now like no cap... like what I've been going through these past months finally has an explanation.. that validation...I swear I've been tearing up the past hour at hearing it being said

  • @pinkbearx3ily
    @pinkbearx3ily 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Vincent was my introduction into the dahlia-verse(?). So this aftershock really hits home and weirdly it feels like a new beginning. It feels like I've rediscovered Vincent's story and I'm about embark on another wild journey.

  • @jokerfan6359
    @jokerfan6359 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Why are you standards so high?
    Vincent: 👋🏾

  • @dean2731
    @dean2731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    He just wants to be equals with Lovely. Damn man. We love respectful bitches around here.

  • @-Lee-
    @-Lee- 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I was so scared that this would be painful because Vincent is my favourite so I'm glad it was more of a reassurance that there are good things to look forward too. Vincent's 'please' when begging for will to remove his ability to invoke lovely was so genuine it almost made me cry because of how much respect and love he has for lovely. Hearing Vincent trying to quickly but effectively explain the emotions of being turned to reassure lovely and also hearing his internal panic at lovely suffering -
    Just godamn these two are my absolute favourites and I was excited to see how it would play out and this did not disappoint

  • @bloodyzuzu6666
    @bloodyzuzu6666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Amazing job to Hedral I absolutely adore his voice! And Erik why do you gotta make me cry. Why.
    But hearing Vincent beg William to take away those abilities has me sobbing, he cares *that* much for Lovely and I can't- 😭💖
    And he's the first character in the channel I've heard and he's had such an amazing character development

  • @reasyjones4304
    @reasyjones4304 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I never thought I can love Vincent more than I did. Well, I was proven wrong xd
    He really went to Will and asked to take away the ability to invoke Lovely and make him unable to lie to them, just so they stay equal 😭
    The love, the devotion, and he's so thoughtful. Just wants his Lovely to be safe, happy and free in every way 🥺
    And as he said, maybe it happend in the horrible conditions, but they can make a beautiful future now, and they have forever to be together 😭❤

  • @danone2414
    @danone2414 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    FUUUUUUUUUCKKKKK I love Vincent trying to make the relationship as balanced as it can be.

  • @urultfavee7375
    @urultfavee7375 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    god I was waiting for this one. my mind was running wild
    post- video edit: something about this one just feels so nostalgic? esp bvs vincent was my introduction the world of redacted and all, so his series was the first I really followed it’s reminiscent of discovering and learning about the universe all over again. which just makes it even crazier of a emotion rollercoaster. I’m screaming in all my stuffies and pillows 😭😭😭😭.
    I feel like we all knew this had to come eventually but it’s just so weird having it really actually happen
    I really feel like that was done on purpose thought - just like how we learnt about how lovely was a latent and all. so fuckin excited to see where these two go I swear. always have the softest spot in my heart

  • @Versiri-
    @Versiri- 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    How awesome would it be if Lovely and Sam randomly become besties then Sam, Lovely and Vincent become a hot badass vampire trio 😎😎

    • @rileywaters3454
      @rileywaters3454 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      i feel like Sam would also really love to have someone who understands how weird it is being turned and then not being able to do magic like they were before bc it is still clearly very painful and hard for Sam

  • @scooter6104
    @scooter6104 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Man, coming back to Vincent just reminded me of how much both him and Lovely have grown, and why I love their characters so much. This series took a different direction than I expected, but I appreciate the Journey nonetheless. Also, Hedral’s voice is a godsend (and so are their acting choices).
    Amazing job as always, Redacted and Hedral! I’m so excited to find out what else has been happening within the Solaire Clan.

  • @SirAlex0014
    @SirAlex0014 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I feel so much for poor Lovely. They loved their electric powers and now they're gone? weaker?

    • @DraconicSnom210
      @DraconicSnom210 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very much weaker, but that begs the question how much weaker since they were a latent

  • @grellsutcliff3761
    @grellsutcliff3761 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    When I was in college, I suffered from an extended episode of depersonalization/derealization, and I remember it being so scary at the time because I didn't know what was happening to me or if I would ever feel normal again. Naturally this video hit really close to home :') if only it had been around back then... I really hope this video finds its way to someone in need

  • @shelbijames680
    @shelbijames680 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Erik you have made me cry at least five different time with your audios including this one. I can feel the emotion you put in every single one of your audios and its amazing! Keep up the great work!! 👍🏾

  • @star_sheeps
    @star_sheeps 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Well now I need a video where Vincent helps Lovely with bloodlust and vampire stuff

  • @jokerfan6359
    @jokerfan6359 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Ahh my baby is back 🥴 and hearing how he even got his ability to invoke lovely taken away is just 🤧 and this whole both ways is 🥲

  • @aaliward
    @aaliward 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This one is still tugging at my heart

  • @justalime9653
    @justalime9653 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I cried for other aftershock videos because of their pain and all and I was kinda relieved this time vincent is going to comfort the listner ... but I ended up crying again when he mentioned they have forever now like, will there be someone who wants to be with me forever ?!
    but this aside, I really enjoyed listening to this arc as well as the others, erik is a genuis and I love every single one of his works ... luv you

  • @rainy797
    @rainy797 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This is a big step in the relationship, the development in this two... (Even when this was all so rush) The care he show and the support of William🌟
    🎇I'm glad he can rely on William for advice and trust in this progenitor thing.🎇

  • @putridwimhrni
    @putridwimhrni 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What you’re doing with all of this is absolutely incredible Erik. I’ve been enjoying all the aftershock videos and I’m glad I decided to delve a little deeper into this world and lore you created ❤️❤️

  • @reineckefuchs7920
    @reineckefuchs7920 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Ohh, I really really hope that Lovely gets to see Will as a vampire. I'd love to see that conversation!

  • @orangejuicebae
    @orangejuicebae 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Vincent out here proving he is one of the most kind hearted, generous, loving, thoughtful partners. He really said, we are in this together as equals and we have forever - my heart 😭✨

  • @nehalol1650
    @nehalol1650 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    i’m so happy will is back

  • @13JuWeL11
    @13JuWeL11 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Can I just say how far away Vincent sounds from the Vamp who escorted Lovely to their car in the very first audio?

  • @ejunkiette
    @ejunkiette 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Fantastic voice acting, and a beautiful conclusion to the aftershock series. 👏 WHAT A WEEK.

  • @dorkypocky2501
    @dorkypocky2501 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Omg, that’s the one I was waiting for! I’m so nervous 👀
    Edit: 😌 oh I’m so relieved now. Ah. It’s all going to be okaaaay.

  • @litl_kim
    @litl_kim 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    It’s been a long time since we fell in love with Vincent ❤️ I just fell in love with him all over again 🥺

  • @heartbreak5675
    @heartbreak5675 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I am honestly very happy that Vince went to will to remove that ability! I bet that would be a very hard thing to do. Not to mention the devotion and dedication he has for lovely and I really enjoyed this 😊 can't wait for more!

  • @izzythejellybeanable
    @izzythejellybeanable 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Better love story that Twilight

  • @brittanybaker2940
    @brittanybaker2940 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    God, I just realized I wouldn't make a good vampire. I faint at the sight of blood, so needing blood to survive would be a nightmare. Love the audio and can't wait to see what comes of it

  • @Keara23
    @Keara23 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    I sobbed at this one the most 😭😭
    But Erik how’s my man Sam doing 😭😭😭

    • @Scardy
      @Scardy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Well, last we saw him he and darlin’ were going off like fireworks.

    • @turner15
      @turner15 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What does going off mean?

    • @Scardy
      @Scardy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@turner15 you know....

    • @Keara23
      @Keara23 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Scardy I mean yeah true

    • @notshivie
      @notshivie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Scardy but wasn't that before the inversion

  • @evviia
    @evviia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    vincent is so sweet… making my heart melt

  • @redwillow311
    @redwillow311 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My Disassociation would like to have a word with a Vampire (William if I get a choice. 😉) for a few mins. I'm constantly in a gd loop and I'd like to compare notes on cause and effect. 😅

  • @deffdeffa9175
    @deffdeffa9175 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'M CRYING, THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL

  • @nurionnag
    @nurionnag 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    FINALLY I BEEN WAITING TO TURNED INTO A VAMPIRE
    I been electro from amazing spider man ⚡️
    Moving onto ✨Bella swan 🦢 ✨

  • @icup225
    @icup225 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    “not like its actually you”
    me, whos trans: “ah yes i know the feeling”

  • @claracatlady9844
    @claracatlady9844 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I’m really glad I was right about Vincent getting invoked by William. Though I would have preferred Vincent invoking Lovely to be able to lie to him (if that was possible) and then getting invoked himself but both of us not being able to lie is the next best thing. I am very very excited to see where this goes. I can sense a lot of trauma and frustration ahead.

  • @c4tzle
    @c4tzle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    i already feel terrible today, none the less im watching this to make myself feel better 🥲👍 or not.

    • @heatherslove5465
      @heatherslove5465 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I hope you will feel better! Take it easy you will get through it :)

  • @mydeartulip
    @mydeartulip 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    me normally listening to asmr: one airpod in
    erik: posts this
    me: .. slowly grabs both airpods

  • @richy1993
    @richy1993 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I look forward to what lovely and Vincent will get up to, things they will explore together etc I also would be interested in more info on William, the vampire law on how he can take away abilities and also impose them such as the not being able to lie.

  • @LavanOutLoud
    @LavanOutLoud 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I hope Hedral makes more videos soon, I miss Old Whiskers

  • @EllieGreenWitch
    @EllieGreenWitch 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This poor thing! First Adam and now this two for one?

  • @urgirlmelmel
    @urgirlmelmel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i started fucking sobbing when he asked william to make him unable to invoke lovely

  • @lordflower2185
    @lordflower2185 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thought the proccess of trauma Will be hard, I could only hope that this can only go up from here... That would be the thing to keep me going after this thing

  • @beeuhun
    @beeuhun 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The way I gasped when I saw the video title

  • @Hey.its.lucy21
    @Hey.its.lucy21 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    We Stan William in this house ❤vampire dad

    • @sofia9469
      @sofia9469 ปีที่แล้ว

      Now he's our vampire grandpa 👴🏻🫶🏻

    • @claudia_moo
      @claudia_moo 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      this didn’t age well..

  • @pandadj9256
    @pandadj9256 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I wanted this episode, kissing was reassuring!

  • @CrankyKelly
    @CrankyKelly 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Vincent handle it right. I don't care if Lovely gonna end up killing someone because of this. It was the only right decision.

  • @VanessaSerrato
    @VanessaSerrato 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Dunno If you'll read this, but thank you, Hedral for doing Will's voice. Miss your videos and old Mr. Whiskers!
    Also wonderfull video, Redacted, as aways. Vincent is amazing!

    • @HedralWyrdsmythe
      @HedralWyrdsmythe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hello! I really appreciate this, thank you. 💖
      I'll be doing more videos soon. Life happened and I haven't been in a place to get back into it. In the meantime, check out the Utopia D&D podcast! I'm there every week!

  • @aneshkawaters1464
    @aneshkawaters1464 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awww Vincent wants to equal to us! I love him even more and I didn't know I could.
    Edit: Erik, you really couldn't help giving us that sweet Lore. We now have a hint as to why Vincent was envoked!

  • @starshapedclouds
    @starshapedclouds 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was wonderful!! I really hope we see a Sam aftershock episode 🙏🏻❤

  • @shwoom
    @shwoom 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    nah cause i JUST found your channel not even 24 hours ago and i was planning on binging the vincent content tonight .. . im gonna cry he's so amazing awawawaw

    • @shwoom
      @shwoom 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I JUST finished the rest of the videos I'm sobbing nooo
      also as someone who's experienced dissociation and depersonalization, just imaging being in this situation feels so terrifying. Vincent is so comforting though, I love him :((
      honestly amazing video, all of your stuff is great, thank you

  • @lineeskildsen2036
    @lineeskildsen2036 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I cant even imagne how long it took you to plan and make the script for invasion, that must have been alot of work, and you did such an amazing job on it Redacted, I Truely LOVE IT, even tho its an audio I felt the suspense and chills and nervousness for the characters. I dont think ive seen/heard such a big "mega audio colab story" thing ish whatever you wanna call it. I cant say it enough, Fucking amazing, big props to you dude!😁❤

  • @aqueousmutivity
    @aqueousmutivity ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Literally crying rn

  • @maddisonyoung1101
    @maddisonyoung1101 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    My question is did lovely lose thier ability to use energy ? Having something stripped away so soo after not long discovering that ability could cause emotions to build to which Vincent may very well come running to comfort them

    • @erets_ferrets__
      @erets_ferrets__ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm pretty sure they can still use their abilities, its just gonna be a lot less strong, similar to Sam and how he was a healer before he was turned

  • @CassidyGrace29
    @CassidyGrace29 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm just rewatching vin's videos and I made the realization that this can help me with my depersonlization, *wish I had known that sooner*

  • @flyingicarus6345
    @flyingicarus6345 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    BRAVO!!!!! You are so awesome Redacted! Thank you so much for this! It was only 2 minutes from the video and I was in joyful tears by hearing Vincent ask Will to take away the invoking ability so he does not have any power imbalance towards us! ❤️ To me that was extremely beautiful and it shows the true love Vincent has in his heart. This is one of the things that makes Vincent so different and so admirable, his heart and his way of thinking, he is really a beautiful soul. I always think we can learn quite some very nice things from Redacted's characters for our very own real life benefit and growth, and in this case I think many of us can learn from this episode how much the concepts of balance, respect and equality give value to a relationship, and how healthy is to see your partner as the person you love and not as anything less. This audio was very beautiful, I also loved to hear Will again, and when Vincent said "I'm here for you just as Vincent, the guy who loves you" ohhh.. it melted my heart, aaawww he's so sweet and so loving, I feel so safe with Vince, he's my absolute favorite. I'm so looking forward to the development of this new chapter. Thank you Redacted for the amazing work. 💜

  • @WrittenInShadow2121
    @WrittenInShadow2121 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been waiting all week for this one!!!! Was not disappointed.

  • @MOONLIGHT-df1sh
    @MOONLIGHT-df1sh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS ONE TURN IT UP