State of the Arc Podcast
224 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsOur podcast breaks down the techniques of great storytelling across our favorite games, movies, literature, and music. I also occasionally upload music I've arranged or composed!
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I Was Born For This | Journey Analysis
May 15, 2024 00:00 - 2 hours - 306 MBJourney is such an incredible game. It's an experience that will stick with you for years. The story for Journey is a distillation of the hero's journey, and presents it in a most beautiful and compelling way. Also, I hope you all love Dante's Comedia because we'll be diving into that a fair bit. Enjoy the discussion! **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTunes**: https://podc...
Immortality Is Death w/ Max Derrat | Planescape Torment Analysis (Finale)
May 08, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 176 MBThis game has been a blast. Thanks for watching! **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTunes**: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-of-the-arc-podcast/id1121795837 **Listen On Pocket Cast**: http://pca.st/NJsJ Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/resonantarc Subscribe Star: https://www.subscribestar.com/resonant-arc Twitter: https://twitter.com/resonantarc Facebook:...
UnRavel The Past w/ @maxderrat | Planescape Torment Analysis (Ep.4)
May 01, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 239 MBWhat can change the nature of a man? Final episode will be up next week! This game has been a blast, and we're excited to jump into a few new ones soon. Xenosaga 2 and Journey are next up on the docket. **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTunes**: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-of-the-arc-podcast/id1121795837 **Listen On Pocket Cast**: http://pca.st/NJsJ Patr...
Intellectual Slaking w/ Max Derrat | Planescape Torment Analysis (Ep.3)
April 24, 2024 00:00 - 2 hours - 305 MBSlake is such a dope word. It sounds so intense. This game gives us such an endless stream of things to talk about. We hit the lower ward and the clerks ward here. Don't forget, the world is founded on belief. Use it well! **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTunes**: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-of-the-arc-podcast/id1121795837 **Listen On Pocket Cast**: http:...
Alchemy, God and Carl Jung w/ Max Derrat | State of the Arc Podcast
April 17, 2024 00:00 - 51 minutes - 119 MBMax Derrat @maxderrat is a beast. But how much of a beast is he really? We find out in this 1 on 1 conversation about God, Alchemy, Carl Jung, video games and so much more. I hope you enjoy it! **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTunes**: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-of-the-arc-podcast/id1121795837 **Listen On Pocket Cast**: http://pca.st/NJsJ Patreon Page...
Die While You Still Can W/@maxderrat | Planescape Torment Analysis (Ep.2)
April 09, 2024 00:00 - 2 hours - 279 MBDie While You Still Can W/@maxderrat | Planescape Torment Analysis (Ep.2) by Resonant Arc
Dev History w/ Max Derrat | Planescape Torment Analysis (Ep.1) | State of the Arc Podcast
April 03, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 162 MBMax Derrat @maxderrat https://www.youtube.com/@maxderrat has joined us to discuss Planescape Tormentäs development history. This game had some fascinating things happen behind the scenes that most people are entirely unaware of. Also, big huge thank you to Mr Edders 123 @MrEdders123 https://www.youtube.com/@MrEdders123 for being such a beast. Check out how wild this game was to make as we step into the first act of the game next week. Enjoy the comments! Time Codes: 1. **We’re Now On ...
Primer | Planescape Torment Analysis (Ep.0) | State of the Arc Podcast
March 27, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 178 MBPlanescape Torment. We have finally arrived. The moment you've been waiting for is... almost here. We'll actually do Dev history next week, but for now enjoy this introductory primer to Planescape Torment! Beware, there are spoilers after 27:29. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Analysis (5:28) 3. SPOILERS! (27:28) 4. The End. (1:16:52) **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTun...
WHY Do We Play Games? Childhood vs. Adulthood | State of the Arc Podcast
March 20, 2024 18:00 - 57 minutes - 133 MBDo you play games for different reasons today versus when you were a child? Does that reflect any big changes in your life and how you perceive the world? It has for me. While I still enjoy many of the games of my childhood, it is for different reasons now compared to then. Thanks for watching, and of course, enjoy the comments! Time Codes: 1. **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **List...
Waifu, Otaku, Weeabu?? 2 CHADS Discuss | State of the Arc Podcast
March 13, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 192 MBSince we 2 chads never talk about anything controversial ever let's give this one a shot! Do you fit in? Do you want to fit in? Do you care at all whether or not you fit in? Is fitting in important? What if you don't fit in but want to? What if you don't want to fit in but can't help doing just that?? Well, this is the video for YOU! It has everything: waifu lists, our opinions, a few apologies, and a few more things that may upset some people for years to come. What more could one wish for? ...
Is The Localization For Unicorn Overlord BAD? | State of the Arc Podcast
March 06, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 174 MBLocalization is one of the most challenging aspects of game development, it can either make or break a game. But sometimes it's done extremely well and some people just can't see it. It's OK to disagree with the translation choices made by a team of translators, however, if you think the translation for Unicorn Overlord isn't DOPE then you run a high likelihood of being wrong. I think the odds are maybe like 99% that you're wrong. But hey, there's still a chance. Listen to hear opinions that ...
Is Social Media RUINING Gaming? | State of the Arc Podcast
February 28, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 175 MBVote on Patreon or Subscribestar for the next game we analyze! Is social media ruining gaming? Or is it making things better? That's possible. Maybe things are actually better and you just didn't realize it yet? Or maybe things are just worse. But even if they're worse and bad, does that mean that gaming is ruined? Can it be salvaged? How? HOW!?!? Here's a link to the video Mike mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuFlMtZmvY0 Time Codes: 1. **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open....
Is The Gaming Industry On The Brink Of Collapse? | State Of The Arc Podcast
February 21, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 138 MBWe've been hearing some buzz lately about a coming collapse for the gaming industry. Why is this happening? What can be done about it? How has gaming culture changed since we were growing up? We explore all of these questions on this week's State of the Arc podcast!
Is Squall DEAD? | Final Fantasy VIII Analysis | State of the Arc Podcast
February 14, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 188 MBIs Squall dead? Is he just dreaming? We are about to take a (quite) critical look at the Squall is dead theory. Why? Why does Squall have to be dead? Is Mario dead? All those mushrooms and turtles sure seem to indicate so. Is Final Fantasy VIII too Fantasy and not based enough in reality for you? Do we feel the need to bring fantasy down to the materialist, hyper-rational world in order to enjoy it, or can it just stand on its own two feet? Or, maybe to hit a little closer to home... are YOU ...
What Everyone Missed About Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within | State of the Arc Podcast
February 06, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 273 MBIs Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within still worth watching? Mike and Casen have taken it upon themselves to analyze this most interesting piece of history. We talk about the Gaia Hypothesis by James Lovelock, and how it fits into the story of this film. The movie is deeply misunderstood, but that is of course its own fault. Enjoy this analysis of a pretty average movie, with an extremely thought provoking spirit hiding deep within. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. History (3:54) 3. Movie (1:00...
The End w/ @CoffeePotato Ivan @WarrenReport | Tactics Ogre Analysis (FINALE) | State of the Arc
January 31, 2024 00:00 - 2 hours - 333 MBOk, here we are now! The end of the series! We go over CH. 4 of Law route and then venture a bit into Coda with @CoffeePotato Ivan and @WarrenReport and a special shout out to @Burak_C for being a beast. Thanks for coming on this journey with us! Big things are just ahead. Time Codes: 1. **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTunes**: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/st...
Another Look at Vyce | Tactics Ogre Analysis (Ep.9) | State of the Arc Podcast
January 25, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 165 MBWhat elements of the show are necessary to maintain?: https://strawpoll.com/eNg69O6VenA Has the podcast been disappointing? https://strawpoll.com/X3nk4w92YgE We continue the Law route of Tactics Ogre. Also, horrible missed opportunity last episode by not calling it Law & Ogre. Can't believe I missed that one. It was right there! Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Treachery of Leonar (0:51) 3. Another Look at Vyce (16:53) 4. To Kill the Duke (36:51) 5. Chapter 3 (52:27) **We’re Now On Spotify*...
Law and Order | Tactics Ogre Analysis (Ep.8) | State of the Arc Podcast
January 17, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 221 MBWhat elements of the show are necessary to maintain?: https://strawpoll.com/eNg69O6VenA Has the podcast been disappointing? https://strawpoll.com/X3nk4w92YgE We now approach the Law route of Tactics Ogre. Let's talk about it! Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Balmamusa (20:24) 3. Chapter 2 (50:50) 4. Denam's Lie (1:13:10) **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTunes**: https://p...
Chaos | Tactics Ogre Analysis (Ep.7) | State of the Arc Podcast
January 10, 2024 00:00 - 2 hours - 277 MBThe Chaos version of the game is likely the one that both Mike and Casen would have done first. The majority of the differences would have been in Ch. 3. Let's talk about it! Time Codes: 1. **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTunes**: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-of-the-arc-podcast/id1121795837 **Listen On Pocket Cast**: http://pca.st/NJsJ Patreon Page: ht...
Glory To The Walister! | Tactics Ogre Analysis (Ep.6) | State of the Arc Podcast
January 03, 2024 00:00 - 2 hours - 327 MBWe finished the game! We got the "sad" ending on the neutral route. The ending was quite good, in our opinion. Let's talk about it! Time Codes: 1. **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTunes**: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-of-the-arc-podcast/id1121795837 **Listen On Pocket Cast**: http://pca.st/NJsJ Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/resonantarc Subscribe...
A "Soul-Fetching" Spell | Tactics Ogre Analysis (Ep.5) | State Of The Arc Podcast
December 27, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 200 MBToday, we're covering chapter 3 of the neutral route. We discuss Catiua and Denam's souring relationship, Duke Ronwey's plan to accost the Dark Knights of Lodis, and Nybeth's reemergence and "sins against life." Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. The Dark Knights Reveal What They're Really After At Phidoch Castle (1:05) 3. Catiua Gets Angry At Denam At Almorica Castle (11:26) 4. Sir Hektor's "Public Execution" (18:27) 5. Denam's Reunion With Warren and Mirdyn (19:55) 6. Battle Against Oz At Boed...
Justice and War | Tactics Ogre Analysis (Ep.4) | State of the Arc Podcast
December 20, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 256 MBWe do Chapter 2 this time! Crazy stuff here and a bit of a reflection on the pervious episode by Casen. Hope you enjoy! Orcbrand Ivan is here again! Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching! Time Codes: 1. **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTunes**: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-of-the-arc-podcast/id1121795837 **Listen On Pocket Cast**: ...
Tactics Ogre 3
December 13, 2023 00:00 - 2 hours - 339 MBIn this episode we play through Chapter 1 of the game, and pick the option "Stop this lunacy!" at the end. We have many many many thoughts and hopefully everyone will listen all the way to the end! Orcbrand Ivan is here again! Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching! Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. This Game (1:27) 3. Spoilers for Law Route (1:37:05) **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundclo...
Stop This Lunacy! | Tactics Ogre Analysis (Ep.3) | State of the Arc Podcast
December 12, 2023 00:00 - 2 hours - 339 MBIn this episode we play through Chapter 1 of the game, and pick the option "Stop this lunacy!" at the end. We have many many many thoughts and hopefully everyone will listen all the way to the end! Orcbrand Ivan is here again! Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching! Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. This Game (1:27) 3. Spoilers for Law Route (1:37:05) **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundclo...
The Thematic Brilliance of Jurassic Park | State of the Arc Podcast
December 10, 2023 00:00 - 3 hours - 542 MBJurassic Park is one of the most brilliant examples of how to incorporate the theme of your movie into every nook and cranny. It's mind blowing to see just how thematically consistent this movie is. Every scene adds to it yet detracts nothing whatsoever to the general plot or development of the characters. It is a masterpiece in so many ways. Come, watch our 4 hour celebration of this amazing film on its 30th anniversary. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching! Time Cod...
Prologue: Valeria and Beyond | Tactics Ogre Analysis (Ep.2) | State of the Arc Podcast
December 06, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 167 MBWe're going to get to know the region of Valeria and the surrounding Kingdoms in today's prologue to the game. We invite the wonderful and distinguished Orcbrand himself, Ivan knower of all things Ogre. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching! Time Codes: 1. **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTunes**: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-of-the...
Dev History | Tactics Ogre Analysis (Ep.1) | State of the Arc Podcast
November 28, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 200 MBLet's get to know the creators of Tactics Ogre! This game is fascinating. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching! Time Codes: 1. **We’re Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTunes**: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-of-the-arc-podcast/id1121795837 **Listen On Pocket Cast**: http://pca.st/NJsJ Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/resonantarc Subsc...
Jacob's Ladder ULTIMATE Analysis | State Of The Arc Podcast
November 24, 2023 00:00 - 2 hours - 391 MBJacob's Ladder quickly became one of our favorite movies ever made. After playing Silent Hill 2 the most common comment we received was that we needed to then go and watch Jacobs Ladder. We did, and we have some thoughts. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching!
Answering Questions And Comments
November 22, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 180 MBThis week is a holiday week, and we've moved our studio into a new location, so we're doing a Q&A episode this week to give us more time to prepare for Tactics Ogre next week! Hope you enjoy this more laid-back episode!
Echoes Of The Eye | Outer Wilds Analysis (FINALE) | State Of The Arc Podcast
November 14, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 259 MBThe DLC for Outer Wilds fleshes out many concepts from the base game. This was a blast to play. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching!
The EYE Of The UNIVERSE Outer Wilds Analysis (Ep.5) State Of The Arc Podcast
November 07, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 233 MBThis is the best section of the game so far. This part left Mike and Casen speechless. Let's dive into why this game is now Mike's favorite game of all time. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching!
A Quantum Test | Outer Wilds Analysis (Ep.4) | State Of The Arc Podcast
November 01, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 218 MBToday, we explore the Orbital Space Canon, the Interloper, return for loose ends to Giant's Deep and Brittle Hollow, and then head to Dark Bramble...
Forcibly Settled Nomads | Outer Wilds Analysis (Ep.3) | State Of The Arc Podcast
October 24, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 197 MBA perpetual time loop would certainly be suboptimal. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching!
The Hourglass Twins | Outer Wilds Analysis (Ep.2) | State Of The Arc Podcast
October 17, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 190 MBFor today's episode, we explored as much of the Hourglass Twins as we could, but we still don't think we saw everything!
Physics Nerds Made A Game | Outer Wilds Analysis (Ep.1) | State Of The Arc Podcast
October 11, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 172 MBLeave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching!
Who Said I Survived? | Spec Ops The Line (FINALE) | State Of The Arc Podcast
October 04, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 254 MBWe finish up this amazing experience by recapping the end of the game and responding to comments. Which of the 4 possible endings did you opt for? We are joined by Sam from Games as Literature. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined. Thanks for watching!
White Phosphorus [Spoilers] | Spec Ops The Line (Ep.3) | State Of The Arc Podcast
September 27, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 179 MBThis game. Just, this game. This episode contains spoilers for the entire game. It's a short game, so you should be able to beat it in just a few hours. We are joined by Sam from Games as Literature @GameProf . Leave a comment if you feel so inclined. Thanks for watching!
Drowning In Desert Sands [Spoilers] | Spec Ops The Line (Ep.2) | State Of The Arc Podcast
September 26, 2023 16:35 - 1 hour - 214 MBTerribly sorry for the late upload! Casen and I had a communication mix-up as I went out of town last week for work. This episode contains spoilers for the entire game. It's a short game, so you should be able to beat it in just a few hours. We are joined by Sam from Games as Literature. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined. Thanks for watching!
Development History Spec Ops The Line (Ep.1) State Of The Arc Podcast
September 13, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 198 MBJoin us for the first episode of our deep dive into Spec Ops: The Line. After reading developer interviews all last week, I'm more excited about this game than I have been for any game on the podcast in a long time--and that's really saying a lot!
Pan's Labyrinth ULTIMATE Analysis | 4 HOUR Review | State of the Arc Podcast
September 11, 2023 00:00 - 4 hours - 555 MBThe Ultimate Analysis of Pan's Labyrinth. David Garcia Abril of Spain joins us from Japan where he works as a video game translator. Get ready to delve into the richness of of Guillermo del Toro's Pan's Labyrinth and see it through new eyes. This podcast was recorded live months ago for those who donate to us on Patreon and Subscribestar. To see other exclusive videos we've done please consider joining the ranks! Leave a comment if you feel so inclined. Thanks for watching!
Roundtable Discussion Final Fantasy XVI Analysis (FINALE) State Of The Arc Podcast
September 06, 2023 00:00 - 3 hours - 413 MBJoin us for the final episode of our Final Fantasy XVI analysis. Today, we'll be joined by The Night Sky Prince, Schrodingersbabyseal, and ProfNoctis in a roundtable discussion where we will discuss the game's themes, technical execution, development history, and the state of the franchise as a whole. GUESTS: The Night Sky Prince: / @thenightskyprince Schrodingersbabyseal: / @schrodingersbabyseal ProfNoctis: / @profnoctis1718
The Ultimate Myth | Final Fantasy XVI Analysis (Ep. 11) | State of the Arc Podcast
August 29, 2023 00:00 - 2 hours - 319 MBUltima and Mythos make a Final Fantasy in more ways than one. Now that we've beat the game we can talk about it! Leave a comment if you feel so inclined. Thanks for watching!
The World Turns To Ash | Final Fantasy XVI Analysis (Ep.10) | State Of The Arc Podcast
August 23, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 253 MBYep, that was a Pokemon The Movie reference... Okay, so now we're going to the continent of Ash to see if we can kill Barnabas there. Vivian stans speak up, I cannot stand her. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined. Thanks for watching!
Moses Tharmr Final Fantasy XVI Analysis (Ep.9) State Of The Arc Podcast
August 16, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 272 MBMoses Tharmr Final Fantasy XVI Analysis (Ep.9) State Of The Arc Podcast by Resonant Arc
On Bahamut's Wings | Final Fantasy XVI Analysis (Ep.8) | State of the Arc Podcast
August 08, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 219 MBClive and Jill arrive in Twinside, the capital city of the Crystalline Dominion, just as Bahamut begins raging through the skies, destroying everything in his path. All the while, Joshua reveals himself as the Phoenix tries to stop him. Also, Anabella is horrible and continues to be horrible and insufferable, right up to her last moment. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching! Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Dion (1:30) 3. Bahamut (30:05) 4. Reunion (1:11:47)
King Kupka | Final Fantasy XVI Analysis (Ep.7) | State of the Arc Podcast
August 02, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 229 MBTime to do it. We are finally going to kill King Kupka. This guy has needed to die since the very first scene we saw him in. It's nice to finally be rid of him. First, we have to see Dion and Joshua as well as a new friend named Mid. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching! Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Dion and The Emperor (0:53) 3. Dalimil (13:33) 4. King Kupka Fight (20:31) 5. Dion and The Phoenix (44:35) 6. Mid Sidequest (56:19) 7. Cid’s Grave (1:19:48) 8. The Final...
Jill's Atonement | Final Fantasy XVI Analysis (Ep.6) | State of the Arc Podcast
July 24, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 210 MBTurns out Sir Wade somehow survived the encounter with Ifrit and the Phoenix at the beginning of the game! Great news, because Wedge, I mean Wade (Wadge?), has been a thorn in Anabella's side for these many years in the Lazarus district. We meet Uncle Byron, who is an amazing character, and Jill moves toward her past with the intent to make penance for the wrongs she's done in her life. After all that, we get to face King Kupka for the first time. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Than...
That We May Purge The Night | Final Fantasy XVI Analysis
July 19, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 182 MBIt has been 5 years since that day. The day we first destroyed a Mothercrystal and the day that Cid gave his life for his cause. Now, there is a new Cid. However, though 5 years have passed, this new Cid doesn't seem much further along in his goal of freeing the bearers than he was before. In fact, things seem worse than ever. We play all the way up to the smiting of the Black Shields, casting their ruin upon the lands of Rosaria. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching! ...
That We May Purge The Night | Final Fantasy XVI Analysis (Ep.5) | State of the Arc Podcast
July 18, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 182 MBIt has been 5 years since that day. The day we first destroyed a Mothercrystal and the day that Cid gave his life for his cause. Now, there is a new Cid. However, though 5 years have passed, this new Cid doesn't seem much further along in his goal of freeing the bearers than he was before. In fact, things seem worse than ever. We play all the way up to the smiting of the Black Shields, casting their ruin upon the lands of Rosaria. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined! Thanks for watching! ...
An Opportunity For Growth And Change | Final Fantasy XVI Analysis (Ep.4) | State of the Arc Podcast
July 11, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 257 MBNow that he has pressed L3 + R3 and finally accepted the truth, Clive is now free to strive for a better purpose, but first, he needs a plan. Clive, Cid, and Jill decide to break into the Mothercrystal at Drakes Head. In doing so, they all quickly realize that saving the planet isn't going to be as easy as they previously believed. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. At Last, You Accept the Truth (3:59) 3. Co-Stabbing a Crystal (18:19) 4. The Dame (38:35) 5. Breaking Into Drake's Head (1:06:53) ...