State of the Arc Podcast
229 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 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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Xenosaga Episode I Analysis (Ep.5): Hyperspace Battle | State Of The Arc Podcast
October 05, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 183 MBIn today's episode, we have a fantastic hyperspace battle, paths coincide, and we learn a bit more about the most mysterious characters in the game. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Back Aboard the Woglinde (0:45) 3. KOS MOS Sleeping (17:24) 4. Ziggy and Momo Escape (33:28) 5. Hyperspace Battle (50:16) 6. Special Q&A Session (1:04:15)
Xenosaga Episode I Analysis (Ep.4): chaos, Ziggy, and Momo | State Of The Arc Podcast
September 27, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 94.8 MBIn today's episode, we meet the crew of the Elsa, including an exceptionally mysterious young man named chaos. We're also introduced to Ziggurat 8, who goes on a mission to rescue a 100-Series Observational Relian girl named Momo. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Clarifications and corrections from last week (2:52) 3. The Elsa and introduction to Matthews' crew (12:10) 4. Shion's comlink with KOS-MOS and introduction to chaos (22:09) 5. Chaos Kills a Gnosis (38:23) 6. Introduction to Wilhelm ...
Xenosaga Episode I Analysis (Ep.3): Fighting Gnosis (ft. TJTheEmperor) | State Of The Arc Podcast
September 20, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 192 MBIn this episode of our Xenosaga podcast, we get to fight some gnosis. The trouble with fighting gnosis is that it's futile, as you're fighting against knowledge itself, which seeks you out from all corners... other than that, we get to see some flashbacks and dreams. Join us as we analyze!
Xenosaga Episode I Analysis (Ep.2): The Zohar Rises (ft. TJTheEmperor) | State Of The Arc Podcast
September 14, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 216 MBIn this episode of our Xenosaga podcast, we go over the foreshadowing and symbolism of the first hour or two of the game. There is a lot of depth here, and even though Mike and I haven't played this game yet, we can see some possibilities of where this might be headed, and we're all for it.
Xenosaga Episode I Analysis (Ep.1): Dev History (ft. TJTheEmperor) | State Of The Arc Podcast
September 04, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBIn this first episode of our Xenosaga deep-dive, we talk about the entire series' development history! We're joined by TJTheEmperor, who has made one of the best Xenosaga Retrospectives on YouTube! Check out his channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9WYst0j9ac&ab_channel=TJTheEmperor Symfonikev's channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puUjEp04Gg0&ab_channel=symfonikev
Undertale Analysis (Ep.1): Ruins and Snowdin | State Of The Arc Podcast
August 30, 2022 00:00 - 54 minutes - 54.8 MBI know most of you were expecting Xenosaga Ep.1 this week. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to finish editing it in time. I'm going through a very difficult time in my life right now, and it has been tough to do the preparation and work necessary for these podcasts. I'm doing my best to get back on track. That said, until next week, please enjoy this early release of our exclusive podcast on Undertale. Part 2 will be available later today on patreon and SubscribeStar. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00...
Metal Gear Solid Analysis (FINALE): Duel Of The Snakes | State Of The Arc Podcast
August 24, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 153 MBOn this episode of the State of the Arc Podcast, we finally finish Metal Gear Solid. The Snakes fight, we learn a lot about Liquid, then Naomi Hunter gives us a very direct and lengthy moral message about herself instead of telling Snake when he's going to die. There might even be an after-credits scene or two! Also, wanna find out what Liquid's tattoo means...? 1 . Intro (0:00) 2. The Snakes Fight (00:14) 3. Symbolism of Liquid Snake (13:59) 4. The Fight Continues (31:57) 5. The End (45:05)
Metal Gear Solid Analysis (Ep.5): Nuclear Secrets | State Of The Arc Podcast
August 18, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 219 MBWelcome back! On this episode of the State of the Arc Podcast, we check out how much of a liar Roy Campbell is. Also, we see if Naomi Hunter isn't a huge liar or not. Then, after that, we get lied to by some more people. Luckily for us, the enemies we fight tend to be very honest and give us some valuable and helpful information, unlike the people we report to on our team. We daringly escape from jail and fight Liquid Snake, Sniper Wolf, and Vulcan Raven. 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Escaping the Cell...
Metal Gear Solid Analysis (Ep.4): Psycho Mantis And Sniper Wolf | State Of The Arc Podcast
August 10, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 95.1 MBIn today's episode, Meryl's years of psychotherapy fail miserably after 10 minutes, Psycho Mantis completely misdiagnoses Snake, and we get into a shoot-out with Sniper Wolf. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Finding Meryl (1:54) 3. Psycho Mantis (16:19) 4. Metal Gear Solid's "Uniqueness" (57:17) 5. Sniper Wolf (1:06:53) 6. Snake Captured And Tortured (1:27:51)
Metal Gear Solid Analysis (Ep.3) Infiltrating Shadow Moses Island State Of The Arc Podcast
August 03, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 200 MBWelcome back! On this episode of the State of the Arc Podcast, we finally play the game! We get to flirt with all the girls, sneak past a few guards and destroy a tank all by ourselves. The story is paced with silly moments and serious themes as we try to solve the mystery of Shadow Moses Island; very reminiscent of a 90's game. Timecodes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Beginning of the game (0:33) 3. DARPA Chief (21:12) 4. Revolver Ocelot (34:00) 5. Deepthroat (55:12) 6. Cyborg Ninja (1:05:02)
Metal Gear Solid Analysis(Ep.2): Briefing | State Of The Arc Podcast
July 27, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 157 MBWelcome back! On this episode of the State of the Arc Podcast, we look into the briefing section of Metal Gear Solid. This covers characters like Naomi, Campbell, Solid Snake and a few others. Snake is very excited to get to know Naomi better. Maybe they'll go out sometime. Unless, of course, he meets another woman. And all bets are off if yet another one shows up.
Metal Gear Solid Analysis (Ep.1): Development | State Of The Arc Podcast
July 20, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 184 MBLet's take a close look at the development of Metal Gear Solid. In this episode, we look into the past of Hideo Kojima, the auteur who created the Metal Gear series. We also study some of the unique tactics employed by the developers.
Nausicaä Of The Valley Of The Wind Analysis: Miyazaki's Greatest Work | State Of The Arc Podcast
July 13, 2022 00:00 - 2 hours - 320 MBWe analyze Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind, which we both consider to be Miyazaki's highest achievement in film.
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.15): This Mandala Explains The Whole Game | State Of The Arc Podcast
July 05, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBTime Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Reevaluating The Intro Scene (1:51) 3. Explaining The Besaid Mandala (22:21) 4. Responding To Questions And Comments (50:03)
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.14) | State of the Arc Podcast
June 27, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 212 MB1. Intro (0:00) 2. Missed things from last episode (1:45) 3. Fighting Sin (7:05) 4. Entering Sin (21:51) 5. After Defeating Yu Yevon (54:43) 6. Is Tidus Gone Forever? (1:15:48
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.13): The Truth Behind The Curtain | State of the Arc Podcast
June 22, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 249 MBIn today's episode, we arrive at Zanarkand and learn the true depth of Yevon's lies. For next week, finish the game! Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Descending down into Zanarkand (1:23) 3. There is no Final Aeon (20:14) 4. Meeting Yunalesca (39:03) 5. Finding a new way (1:04:35) 6. Back to Bevelle (1:20:48) 7. Preparing for the final battle (1:35:30)
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.14): The Truth Behind The Curtain | State of the Arc Podcast
June 22, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 249 MBIn today's episode, we arrive at Zanarkand and learn the true depth of Yevon's lies. For next week, finish the game! Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Descending down into Zanarkand (1:23) 3. There is no Final Aeon (20:14) 4. Meeting Yunalesca (39:03) 5. Finding a new way (1:04:35) 6. Back to Bevelle (1:20:48) 7. Preparing for the final battle (1:35:30)
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.12): "You Are A Dream" | State Of The Arc Podcast
June 15, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 263 MBIn today's episode, we cross the plains of the Calm Lands, scale Mount Gagazet, and discover the biggest plot twist of the entire game. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. The Calm Lands (2:27) 3. Cavern Of The Stolen Fayth (10:33) 4. Mount Gagazet (17:50) 5. Seymour Boss Fight #3 (43:32) 6. You Are A Dream (53:19) 7. Mountain Cave And Sanctuary Keeper (1:30:50)
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.11): Yuna's Wedding | State Of The Arc Podcast
June 08, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 184 MBFor next week, we played up through the end of Mt. Gagazet, just after the fight with the Santuary Keeper and Tidus listens to Yuna's final message. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. The Guardian Wyrm Evrae and Wedding Ceremony At Bevelle (1:58) 3. Bevelle Temple (18:09) 4. Imprisonment and Trial (24:18) 5. Seymour Fight #2 (50:01) 6. Back To Macalania Woods (1:02:08)
Final Fantasy X Analysis(Ep.10): With Dansg08 | State Of The Arc Podcast
June 01, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 223 MBIn today's episode, we fight with Seymour, Find ourselves in the middle of a desert, Barely escape with our lives, and watch as the Al Bhed destroy their own home. Big thanks to Dansg08 for talking with us about Sin and the place where we find ourselves after we fall through the Ice at Lake Macalania. Find his channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzV3Xt_qXi8KaaBR58q-qFg Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Arriving at Macalania Temple (1:01) 3. Anima (11:51) 4. Seymour is pretty dead now...
Arrival Film Analysis | State Of The Arc Podcast
May 31, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 221 MBOur analysis of the film Arrival.
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.9)A Friendly Religious Debate | State Of The Arc Podcast
May 25, 2022 00:00 - 57 minutes - 134 MBIn today's episode, we cross the Thunder Plains, traverse Macalania Woods, thwart another attempted kidnapping, and moderate a religious debate between Waka and Riku. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. The Thunder Plains (0:37) 3. Macalania Woods (10:29) 4. Break Down Of Braska's Design (24:50) 5. Jecht Spheres (32:01) 6. Al Bhed Kidnapping Attempt (39:51) 7. Al Bhed Language Spoiler (42:18) 8. Wakka's Religious Argument With Rikku (43:26) 9. Snow Mobile Ride With Lulu (52:09)
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.8): Guadosalam | State Of The Arc Podcast
May 17, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 152 MBIn today's episode, we arrive in Guadosalam, get a tour of Seymour's holodeck, and visit Spira's afterworld, a.k.a. the Farplane. 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Entering Guadosalam and Talking To Maechen (1:54) 3. Seymour's Holodeck (19:00) 4. Conversations With Lulu and the Farplane (31:55) 5. Jyscal Walks Out Of The Farplane/Leaving Guadosalam (53:18)
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.7): "Ride Ze Shoopuf?" | State of the Arc Podcast
May 11, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 216 MB1. Intro (0:00) 2. Dose Temple (0:22) 3. Moonflow (36:54) 4. Shoepuff (40:04) 5. Rikku (1:12:25) 6. Comments (1:21:40) 7. SPOILERS Discussion (1:24:29)
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.6): Operation Mi'ihen | State of the Arc Podcast
May 04, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 261 MBFor next time, play up to Guadosalam. In today's episode, we hit the Mi'ihen Highroad! Sin attacks inland areas too, it seems. After a beautiful moment with Yuna, we head out towards more of the death and sadness that constantly threatens Spira. There's lots of good stuff here, so let's dive in! Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Mi’ihen Highroad (0:42) 3. Tidus and Yuna at Sunset (30:46) 4. Towards the Crusaders (49:16) 5. Sin Attacks (1:19:38) 6. SPOILERS Discussion (1:40:26)
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.5): Luca | State Of The Arc Podcast
April 27, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBTime Codes: 1. Into (0:00) 2. More thoughts on Lulu's outburst (0:30) 3. Kilika Temple (03:07) 4. Leaving Kilika (22:11) 5. Arriving In Luca and The Blitzball Tournament (49:22) 6. Auron Is Spotted In Luca (57:32) 7. Yuna Gets Kidnapped By The Al Bhed (1:03:53) 8. Auron Arrives/Blitzball Championship (1:23:22) 9. Tidus Confronts Auron (1:32:13) 10. The Infamous Laughing Scene (1:37:35) 11. Responding To Some Comments From Episode 3 (1:49:30)
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.4): The First Sending | State of the Arc Podcast
April 20, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 240 MBIn today's episode, Tidus travels with Yuna to Kilika Temple. On the way, we see how destructive a force Sin can be in Spira, and how much Yuna knows about Jecht. We get a good look at Yuna and how her character design may foreshadow certain things about her story. That sending scene is beautiful. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Wakka and Lulu talking (0:10) 3. Going to the Boat (12:26) 4. Aboard the Boat (27:32) 5. The Aftermath of Sin (57:04) 6. The Road to Kilika Temple (1:14:12) 7. SPOIL...
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.3)| Welcome To Spira: State Of The Arc Podcast
April 13, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 205 MBIn today's episode, we finally make it to Spira. We meet Rikku, Wakka, Yuna, Kimahri and Lulu. The story is just getting started but there is a lot of stuff that most players will not have noticed when they first played the game. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Ghostly Figure Identity (00:24) 3. Spira (2:28) 4. Diving Expedition(17:00) 5. Wakka (37:22) 6. Besaid Temple (56:15) 7. Yuna (1:10:05) 8. SPOILERS Section (1:24:26)
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.2): Zanarkand's Destruction | State of the Arc Podcast
April 06, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBIn today's episode, we analyze the game's opening scenes, including Tidus' hometown of Zanarkand being destroyed by Sin. This sequence is PACKED with lots of good stuff! Time Codes: 1. Into (0:00) 2. Casen's Title Screen Thoughts (4:44) 3. Opening Scene (Title Screen Scene) (08:47) 4. Proper First Scene (Introduction To Zanarkand) (12:41) 5. Mike's Take On Complaints About Tidus' Voice (20:51) 6. Casen's Thoughts On Clothing And Wardrobe (31:59) 7. Tidus Interacts With Fans Before Heading To...
Final Fantasy X Analysis (Ep.1): Development History | State of the Arc Podcast
March 30, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 86.5 MBIn the first episode of our Final Fantasy X podcast series, we recount the development history of the game and the key developers who created this PS2 masterpiece. Time Codes: 1. Into (0:00) 2. Key Developers (4:37) 3. Development History (24:42) 4. Recognizing Stylistic Differences In FF Games (59:01)
Vagrant Story Analysis (FINAL EPISODE): "The Phantom Pain" | State of the Arc Podcast
March 23, 2022 00:00 - 2 hours - 152 MBIn the final episode of our Vagrant Story analysis, we finish the second half of the story, discuss more developer interviews, and answer questions from the audience! We hope you enjoyed this series! Final Fantasy X will be next! Time Codes: 1. Into (0:00) 2. Ashley Spies On Samantha And Guildenstern (2:05) 3. Ashley Fights Rosencrantz (10:53) 4. Merlose Becomes A Heart-Seer (22:39) 5. Tierger And Neesa/Guildenstern Arrives At The Grand Cathedral (38:41) 6. Guildenstern Catches Up With Hardi...
Vagrant Story Analysis (Ep.3): Snowfly Forest | State of the Arc Podcast
March 16, 2022 00:00 - 59 minutes - 137 MBIn the next episode, we'll be finishing the game. I know that's a lot of game to get through, and you might have to break it up over a few play sessions, but the story is VERY spread out over the rest of the game. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Ashley Compels Hardin (0:34) 3. Guildenstern Samantha and Ashley Meet (5:26) 4. Snowfly Forest (14:58) 5. Sydney: “Follow Me, Ashley Riot” Scene (35:45)
Vagrant Story Analysis (Ep.3): "Follow me, Ashley Riot" | State of the Arc Podcast
March 15, 2022 00:00 - 59 minutes - 137 MBIn the next episode, we'll be finishing the game. I know that's a lot of game to get through, and you might have to break it up over a few play sessions, but the story is VERY spread out over the rest of the game. In the second episode of our Vagrant Story deep-dive, we see Sydney's use of power on others, including Ashley himself. Is Sydney going to convince the one who hunts him to become his disciple instead? Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Ashley Compels Hardin (0:34) 3. Guildenstern Sam...
Vagrant Story Analysis (Ep.2): Into Lea Monde | State of the Arc Podcast
March 09, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 192 MBIn the second episode of our Vagrant Story deep-dive, we explore the once-thriving city of Lea Monde. After an Earthquake, this city became abandoned. Those who remain live a cursed life; as there is a dark power lurking beneath. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Lea Monde (0:44) 3. The first battles (15:28) 4. Ashley’s Vision of His Past (33:03) 5. Above Ground (1:14:09)
Vagrant Story Analysis (Ep.1): Opening Scenes | State of the Arc Podcast
February 28, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBIn the first episode of our Vagrant Story deep-dive, we examine the game's development history and examine the opening cinematics that set the stage for the story! shmuplations interview: https://shmuplations.com/vagrantstory/ Time Codes: 1. Into (0:00) 2. Key Developers (1:50) 3. Things You Should Know Before Playing (5:44) 4. Start Screen Movies (10:55) 5. Opening Scene Of The Game (42:23) 6. Duke Bardoba and Rosencrantz (1:09:30)
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice Analysis (FINAL EPISODE) | State of the Arc Podcast
February 24, 2022 00:00 - 2 hours - 371 MBIn this episode of our Hellblade analysis, we cover the remainder of the game. From the retrieval of Gramr, to the confrontation of Hela. We even go into a bit of the controversy surrounding this game. For Vagrant Story, you'll want to play up to the point where Hardin and Sydney have an argument about whether their cause is lost. Sydney then "compels" Hardin a bit so that he'll calm down and agree. That cutscene is where you want to play up to. Sorry I can't be more specific. It's hard to d...
Podcast Delay
February 23, 2022 00:00 - 28 seconds - 663 KBQuick announcement! We'll be uploading the podcast tomorrow instead of today. We apologize for the delay. I'm recovering from a medical procedure and Casen is recovering from illness.
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice Analysis (Ep.1) Dev History, Surtr, Valravn | State of the Arc Podcast
February 16, 2022 00:00 - 2 hours - 120 MBIn this episode of our Hellblade analysis, we cover the development history and the intro of the game up through the Surtr and Valravn boss fights! Time Codes: 1. Into (0:00) 2. Development History (6:20) 3. Mike's Experience With Voice Hearing (45:44) 4. Senua's Arrival In Helheim (1:09:02) 5. Trials of Fire and Surtr (1:40:18) 6. Valravn (1:51:47)
Final Fantasy Tactics Analysis (Finale) | State of the Arc Podcast
February 09, 2022 00:00 - 3 hours - 525 MBIn the last episode of our Final Fantasy Tactics analysis, we finish up chapter 4 and respond to comments from our viewers! Thank you for joining us for this series. Next week we'll be covering Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice. 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Beginning of Ch. 4 (1:41) 3. Ramza and Delita (11:10) 4. Poisoning Soldiers (49:52) 5. Looking for Alma (1:31:53) 6. The Nether World (2:05:06) 7. The Ending (2:27:15) 8. Q&A (2:56:49)
Final Fantasy Tactics Analysis (Ep.4): Chapter 3 | State of the Arc Podcast
February 01, 2022 00:00 - 3 hours - 425 MBIn today's episode, we finish chapter 3, where Ramza appeals to Zalbaag, hoping he will do something about Dycedarg's scheming. Then, he heads off to stop the church from escalating the war between Larg and Goltanna. Meanwhile, Delita and Ovelia grow closer and he secretly plots to overthrow the nobility. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Goltana and Council (00:23) 3. Meeting Orran Durai (10:33) 4. Meeting with Zalbag (13:38) 5. The Inquisition (22:04) 6. Inclusion of Fantasy and the Divine (4...
Final Fantasy Tactics Analysis (Ep.2): Chapter 1 | State of the Arc Podcast
January 19, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 82.7 MBIn today's episode, we dive into the opening chapter of Final Fantasy Tactics! We also spend time on the movies that play on the start screen, how the game is framed by Arazlam's narration, and cover everything from Orbonne Monastery through the Thieve's Fort/Brigand's Den battle. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Title Screen Movies (0:30) 3. Arazlam's Narrated Intro and Opening Credits (13:07) 4. Orbonne Monastery (19:01) 5. Gariland (38:14) 6. The Death Of Barbaneth Beoulve (43:54) 7. Mandal...
Final Fantasy Tactics Analysis (Ep.3): Chapter 2 | State of the Arc Podcast
January 19, 2022 00:00 - 2 hours - 158 MBIn today's episode, we finish up the end of chapter 1, where Tietra meets with a tragedy that changes Delita forever. Then we move full steam into chapter 2, where the Church of Glabados enters center stage. We're covering all of chapter 2 so strap in. There's a lot to discuss! Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Finishing Chapter 1 (1:59) 3. Chapter 2/Orbonne Monastery and Dorter (41:59) 4. Zeirchele Falls (49:49) 5. The Castled City of Zaland (1:14:51)) 6. Balias Tor and Accompanying Cutscenes ...
Final Fantasy Tactics Analysis (Ep.1): Dev History | State of the Arc Podcast
January 11, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBIn the first episode of our Final Fantasy Tactics deep-dive, we look at the development history of the game, including Yasumi Matsuno's transition from creating the Ogre series at Quest to working with Hironobu Sakaguchi at Square Soft. We also dive into the background of Ivalice--its kings and its wars--and how those things relate to the overall situation at the start of the game. 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Development History(1:06) 3. Background On Ivalice, Its Kings, And Its Wars (1:05:02)
Mass Effect Analysis (FINAL EPISODE): Ilos and Ending | State of the Arc Podcast
January 05, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBIn the final episode of our deep-dive analysis of Mass Effect, we escape the Citadel with Captain Anderson's help, pursue Saren through the Mu relay, learn about the fate of the Protheans, and fight to the bitter end to stop Sovereign from reawakening the Reapers and destroying all organic life in the galaxy! 1. Final Fantasy Tactics Won The Vote! (0:00) 2. Grounded On The Citadel (3:24) 3. Ilos (10:09) 4. The Conduit and Saving The Citadel (37:10) 5. Discussion On The Ending (1:06:43) 6. Di...
Mass Effect Analysis (Ep.4): Feros and Virmire | State of the Arc Podcast
December 29, 2021 00:00 - 2 hours - 307 MBIn the fourth episode of our deep-dive analysis of Mass Effect, we move over to Feros, following more leads. After resolving the mysterious happenings on Feros, we head on to VIrmire, which is basically Rogue One - minus a few very trivial details. 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Some Side Quests (1:05) 3. Feros (30:13) 4. Virmire (1:08:55) 5. Return to the Citadel (2:05:06) **We’re Now On Spotify**: open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: @resonantarc **Listen On iTune...
Mass Effect Analysis (Ep.3): Liara and Noveria | State of the Arc Podcast
December 21, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 95.4 MBIn the third episode of our deep-dive analysis of Mass Effect, we head out into the Attican Traverse to follow leads on Saren. First, we head to Therum to rescue a Prothean researcher named Liara, an Asari who also happens to be the daughter of Matriarch Benezia. Then we head to Noveria to confront the Matriarch herself. 1. Vote For The Next Game Now! (0:00) 2. Asteroid X57 and Side Quests (1:40) 3. The Galaxy Map (07:33) 4. Liara's Dig Site (17:52) 5. Noveria (43:44) 6. Developing Trust And...
Mass Effect Analysis (Ep.2): The Citadel | State of the Arc Podcast
December 15, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 109 MBIn the second episode of our deep-dive analysis of Mass Effect, we arrive at the Citadel to report to the council about Saren's involvement with the Geth attack on Eden Prime. After being dismissed due to a lack of evidence, we begin our own investigation in order to provide proof of Saren's betrayal. 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Arriving At The Citadel (2:45) 3. Learning About The Keepers (25:31) 4. Hearing With The Citadel Council (31:09) 5. Feelings On The Renegade Path (40:20) 6. Finding Evidence ...
Mass Effect Analysis (Ep.1): Dev History and Eden Prime | State of the Arc Podcast
December 08, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn the first episode of our deep-dive analysis of Mass Effect, we cover the development history of this classic BioWare RPG. We'll introduce you to the creators who conceived the world and show how they secured the opportunity to create a brand new IP for BioWare. We also recount the prologue mission to Eden Prime! 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Our Personal Experiences With Mass Effect (3:15) 3. Dev History (13:01) 4. Brief Background On The Mass Effect Universe (1:04:26) 5. Prologue Mission "Eden Prim...
Xenogears Story Analysis (FINAL EPISODE) | State of the Arc Podcast
November 30, 2021 00:00 - 3 hours - 218 MBOn the final episode of our Xenogears analysis, we bring back Retrograde Amnesia as well as Patrick Holleman to discuss some of the more confusing aspects of the story and the philosophy that inspired it. We also answer questions from the audience to further elaborate on our feelings on the game overall. This is a long one, so grab some popcorn! Retrograde Amnesia's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-ZMfpromeak2dHU4IybFYw Patrick Holleman's Game Design Forum Website: http://thegame...
Xenogears Story Analysis (Ep.20/ENDING) | State of the Arc Podcast
November 24, 2021 00:00 - 2 hours - 309 MBToday's episode is the conclusion of Xenogears story. This is an amazing game with an incredibly deep story. We hope that as we have gone through this game with you--cover to cover, so to speak--that you have gained additional insights and a greater understanding of what this game means. For an allegedly unfinished game, Xenogears has a very complete and beautiful ending. We discuss it here. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Readdressing The Attack on Merkava (1:45) 3. Welcome to Hoth! (5:13) 4...