Arcane S01E02 Full Reaction
Added 2024-12-17 16:40:49 +0000 UTCComments
Something that most of us fail to see(me included) at first glance is what is happening with Vi in this episode. She has this tremendously amount of guilt brewing inside o her after the result of her decision to turn herself in and the snowballing effect of the aftermath. Probably due to her feelings of responsibility that she mirrors from Vander, even tho Vander is an Adult and more mature and regulated and knows better, she aspire to be like him but she doesn't have yet developed the necessary tools to do it at her age. and because of that, shit hits the fan very quickly and she has to live with that for the rest of her life.
Mr.Furukawa1
2024-12-22 17:27:59 +0000 UTCRe Vi's “what makes you different makes you strong” comment: Powder's core needs are to feel valued, capable, and securely loved. Her biggest fears are failure, rejection and abandonment. While Vander and Vi love her unconditionally, she's constantly confronted by evidence that she is not valued, capable, or useful; her monkey bombs never work, she can't fight, she struggles with parkour, Mylo is always knocking her down to try and make himself feel better... All this prevents her from feeling confident of her actual strengths. Vi is trying to give her a pep-talk in what she believes will be their final goodbye, before turning herself in.
Matt Sturgeon
2024-12-22 14:28:49 +0000 UTCYes, and again Avasarala is in a position of power and forging partnerships. Her voice is iconic!
Major Jabroni
2024-12-22 02:39:03 +0000 UTCIt even looks like her!
StuBoy
2024-12-20 21:54:23 +0000 UTCThe Expanse! Avasarala!
Major Jabroni
2024-12-20 01:49:53 +0000 UTCThe topic of what you expirienced with war and how it effects people really interests me, if you would do a video of that i would really like that
Gergely Molnos
2024-12-19 00:40:55 +0000 UTCSo earlier Ekko said to Vi what the enforcers said to Vander with the Deal and everything, so after the talk Vi decided to give an end to this thing and give herself up for the good of the undercity and more so powder. Thats why she got her the bunny so she has something to remember. Thats also when Vander realized what vi has done or rather is doing. Excited for the next episodes
Felix Fellhase
2024-12-18 10:27:43 +0000 UTCThis is some fantastic content. This journey is going to be so fun, love the different perspective and takes on the show.
marley
2024-12-18 02:09:02 +0000 UTCHere's a link to the Council Archives where you can find Jayce's journal entries! If you're interested I'd definitely recommend checking it out AFTER watching Ep 3 just because Jayce does reference some things that happen in that episode. 👍 https://leagueoflegends.fandom.com/wiki/The_Council_Archives/Jayce's_Journal
Arowyn McHugh
2024-12-18 01:06:02 +0000 UTCSome (no spoilers!) insight about Jayce's mental state from a bit of extra backstory information that was available in text-form when Arcane first launched: Jayce has dedicated his entire life to understanding magic and trying to make it accessible to the common man. He's so obsessed with it that the pursuit of that particular goal was interfering with his studies—his grades were plummeting, his social life had all but vanished, and his professors (especially Heimerdinger) had begun to worry for him. Jayce had essentially devoted his entire existence to this project, and was convinced that he was on the cusp of a huge breakthrough with his new technology. Jayce had probably convinced himself that all he had to do is figure out this one thing, and everything else would fall into place. So to have his apartment broken into, seemingly at random, and his research stripped from him...it was a lot. Jayce lost his literal life's work, his respect, his patronage, his only remaining friends, and his entire future in one day. Thus his thought process: Why even continue? Arcane conveys that a lot better on a second watch, I think—because you know what's coming, so you're looking for indications. But yeah first watch I thought it was a little almost melodramatic—it's hard to see how much Jayce really cares about his work in only a few minutes of screentime! Anyway I loved seeing your reaction and analyses! I'm in particular SO interested in seeing your thoughts on Jayce and Viktor—the way their dynamic evolves throughout the series is fascinating :)
Arowyn McHugh
2024-12-18 00:50:29 +0000 UTCI just want to say I found your channel on YouTube a few hours ago and binged all your Arcane-related videos before making my first ever Patreon account to get more of your analysis and interpretation. I absolutely loved the in-depth formulation for Powder and am looking forward to more of it as her character gets developed in the coming episodes and next season. Absolutely hooked, I've been watching a lot of Arcane analysis videos including a couple other therapists, and you bring something new to the table. So do the other channels I like, this isn't a diss at them, but just thought I would validate that your perspective is truly interesting to learn about and I very much enjoy the format of your videos. As other commentors have said it's also incredible rewatching the series (third time for me) and still seeing so many new details every time, and your commentary definitely helps in that. This show is so incredibly deep and there are so many layers to uncover; thank you for watching it and helping us watchers go through some of them!
Lily
2024-12-18 00:04:41 +0000 UTClooking forward to ep 3
Mattias Jonasson
2024-12-17 19:30:34 +0000 UTCIt's great. You could continue with Powders character study as you did after the first reaction video. And it will be "fun". Like in a guessing game like Clue (Cluedo) where you know that the mischief and drama is all fictional. But the characters feel too real for that to be "fun".
Nelson Schell
2024-12-17 19:17:57 +0000 UTCJayce has all his life work and reason to live striped out , he saw no ending to his dream .. I think that’s why he was ready to jump! I’m looking forward to see your thoughts on Vicktor , Mel and Jayce !!
Carol Grein Ericson
2024-12-17 19:07:37 +0000 UTCI love how this show doesn't always tell you in dialogue what's happening, but if you watch the animation carefully you can piece the story and subtext together. The more I rewatch this show the more I discover. In general the thing to keep in mind is that Vi took down the bunny from the first episode that used to be her favourite toy and when Vander looks at it, he has a moment of realisation.
Craig
2024-12-17 18:58:49 +0000 UTCYeah I think as whole season 1 works better, however in terms of individual episodes I’d still rank all of season 2 above 1x2 personally, but again, none of it would actually be possible if it weren’t for the existence of the episode, because they have to make every second count in a show like this (this is especially true for animation)
Chelly
2024-12-17 18:43:15 +0000 UTCEpisode 2 introduces the uppercity part of the cast, and I'm very interested in your insight on especially Jayce, Viktor and Mel. Jayce's character has always been hard to point out for me. One thing that I have to point out is when Vi is on the bridge, you said she seems pretty well regulated, but there's definitely some sounds of screaming in the background and Vi is touching her temples implying that she's probably not taking it particularly well. That said, you're like the first react channel that figured out Vi's about to give herself up haha.
Matěj Macek
2024-12-17 18:35:49 +0000 UTCPatrick is exactly right; so long as you pause (which you do, btw) we’re going to enjoy the analysis; i suspect that many of your audience have been watching reactions of this show for years at this point — for example I know I’ve seen 20+ reactions for certain — so interrupting the flow is fine; even better if after pausing, you rewind a few seconds then unpausing again so that you can rewatch those sections (which you also do, btw, and i really appreciate it)
James Anderson
2024-12-17 18:35:32 +0000 UTCI think the other very very strong episode in terms of structure and progression is Episode 6 also, I also think the general standard is unbelievably high and its what makes season 1 a true masterpiece, in my view season 2 whilst having most of the magic of season 1, is actually missing out on some of the very hard work that clearly a team of excilent story editors built into season 1, which i think in the long run will lead the general opinion to being season 1 being better despite season 2's big moments. Its all so brilliant tho, so Arcane as a whole will be remebered very fondly.
Patrick Dawson
2024-12-17 18:35:09 +0000 UTCOf course! I love your formulations thus far. Although you dont have to credit me, cuz I dont think that Im the only one that interpreted this scene that way. btw my name just means sunflower in japanese and is pronounced "himawari"
ヒマ ワリ
2024-12-17 18:31:25 +0000 UTCjust finished; i’m really enjoying your reactions! btw, i’m curious what you think of Vi’s facial expressions when she’s first standing on the bridge before Vander starts talking; it seems like she may be hearing (remembering, or experiencing maybe) sounds of explosions from the original tragedy on the bridge? every time i watch these episodes i notice something else, so glad for this
James Anderson
2024-12-17 18:27:29 +0000 UTCInteresting, this is probably my least favorite episode in the show 😂 people that aren’t hooked by now are by episode 3. But it is necessary set up for sure
Chelly
2024-12-17 18:16:40 +0000 UTCAt first glance one could think that Jayce's suicide attempt may be a bit of a stretch but in his eyes it does "make sense". Since the flashback where magic saved him and his mother, he dedicated all his life to this research. in addition to that I would assume that the only other people he had were Caitlyn and her family (his patrons). Not only was his research taken from him, but he was banned from the acedemy and his mother told the council that he "is not in his right mind" and that he "chased an impossible dream" therefore discrediting his work and in some way his existence. after that he loses his only friend (Caitlyn) and the support of her family. so basically all his lifes work and support system were taken from him. this decision might be a bit rash but I dont think it was random or out of place (I know you didnt say that but I thought it would be helpful to clear that up)
ヒマ ワリ
2024-12-17 18:05:31 +0000 UTCDon't worry thats exactly what make It fun and intersting to watch
Luigi Sequino
2024-12-17 18:05:10 +0000 UTCNo such thing as talking to much ( so long as you pause so you don't miss things), we're here for the insights and thoughts most of us already know the show very well
Patrick Dawson
2024-12-17 17:59:58 +0000 UTCThere are obviously big emotional episodes and more memorable episodes, but season 1 episode 2 might actually be the best that arcane has to give.
Patrick Dawson
2024-12-17 17:58:49 +0000 UTCI think this episode in terms of pure story telling craft is the best Arcane gets, so much meaning and character is conveyed for everyone in this 45 minuite stretch, and they fully trust the audience's intelligence to understand that Vi was turning herself in.
Patrick Dawson
2024-12-17 17:58:00 +0000 UTCOh wow, some good insight there. Love the bunny angle too! Might have to borrow that for updating any formulations if that’s okay? I’ll give credit obviously …. Although no idea how to pronounce your screen name!
StuBoy
2024-12-17 17:55:58 +0000 UTCThanks. I hope I don’t talk too much, just try to get out what’s in my mind!
StuBoy
2024-12-17 17:53:46 +0000 UTCJust watched It and It was really fun to see you theorizing on what Will happen, so excited for the next episode and I think you already know why
Luigi Sequino
2024-12-17 17:48:54 +0000 UTCFor the end of epsiode 2 (no spoilers): When Marcus entered the bar, Vander put this message thing he received from Grayson under the table when he pressed the button to alert the kids. After Vi heard that Vander had a deal with the enforcers she probably found the message thing there. because of the scene with Vander at the bridge, where Vi asks him "what are we going to do" and he cant give her an real answer, she thinks the only solution to resolve the conflict is to turn herself in. before that, she gives powder the bunny that she told her about at the end of episode 1 which kinda represents her childhood and dreams (-> she is letting go of them because in her mind she is going to spend the rest of her life in jail). vander later sees that powder has the bunny now and realizes that she wanted to turn herself in. he did not know that the enforcers were coming hence he is chilling with powder and hearing music at the bar. Vi probably chose Benzos shop because this is a place known by the enforcers and maybe Ekko told her that they met there. I would think that the message Vi sent would be along the lines of "I got the kid that planned the robbery, come to Benzos shop to arrest her".
ヒマ ワリ
2024-12-17 17:43:41 +0000 UTCYes, me too!
Kabidu
2024-12-17 17:17:05 +0000 UTCso excited! just started watching
James Anderson
2024-12-17 17:15:11 +0000 UTCaaaa I've been eagerly awaiting your ep 2 reaction but I'm out at the moment, I'll be watching it the moment I'm home lol
lookingrespectfully
2024-12-17 16:59:04 +0000 UTC
