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Runtime Break start 3h 58m 2h 5m
Episode 69: Nice
So last we left off: Bells Hells, upon coming to Zephrah and finding the Voice of the Tempest, Keyleth herself, still ailing from the unhealing wounds left by Otohan Thull during the solstice event, you discovered a possible way to help heal these wounds, traveled to the Grey Valley to recover the flowers that could be used to make this herbal balm, defeated demons that had torn through.
Fearne made a pact with a devil.
You managed to save some survivors of both the overthrown bastion in the Grey Valley and some of the original volunteers of the Air Ashari that had gone out to try and do this beforehand.
Gathering these things, as well as an interesting weapon that seems to be talking to you, you recovered over a night’s rest, returned to Zephrah, and watched as indeed, Keyleth was able to recover the majority of her strength within a short time, speaking out to the people of Zephrah and giving thanks to your troop, and specifically to you and those of Zephrah that put their lives on the line as well.
Receiving a new title, and celebration ensuing here in the middle of Zephrah, you all spoke with her and figured out a number of possible paths in the future.
One that involved discovering the strange broken harness that was found in the old tower of Ludinus over in Molaesmyr as well as strange power that seems to reside within Ashton that has a strong tie to the Primordial Titans that existed even before the gods arrived.
Taking these possibilities in hand, you stepped out into the celebration of Zephrah, and it is here that you all have the day to yourself.
Previous Episode “For the Tempest”
- CritRole Recap
- Episode discussion
- YouTube VoD
- Alternate Front End VoD
- Marisha Raygun Highlights "Sam completely SHUTS DOWN
Maybe Zephrah is why Keyleth thinks jumping off of a cliff is a good idea.
Once upon a time there was a goldfish…
but, yeah, why is Marisha a magnet for cliffs?
Episode runtime:
Runtime Break start 4h 16m 2h 19m Finally costume change for Ashton and Orym? I kinda wished they’d take some relaxing time at Zephrah before jumping back in to the chaos, but it seemed like everyone wanted to go quickly.
Man they really want to get out of Zephrah ASAP…
“Pate you got burned by some Pussy.” – Laudna
Haven’t we all buddy, haven’t we all.
Inuendos for episode 69
- 00:13:05 “Yeah, I think the staff still needs to charge…”
- 00:32:22 “Spit on it.”
- 00:37:00 “He’s (Orym’s) been inside lots of things”
- 01:18:24 “I’m licking all the sticks” -Travis
- 01:48:13 “Big D” -Laura
- 02:02:35 “Cuz your wood swells…”
- 02:26:22 “She’s seen Big D” “wolfdick” “That’s some Savalier wood right there”
- 02:33:05 “She really did travel around…”
- 02:57:37 “Glimmer and shift” -Marisha referencing the Shivering Queef (Quiver and shift)
- 03:26:13 “The Second Coming”
- 03:33:55 “You usually do…” (bring Pussy along)
- 03:34:27 “Ooh, Pate, you got burned by some Pussy.” “If I had a nickel…”
- 03:34:50 “Mean piece of pussy” -Travis
- 03:35:00 “Mean pussy.” -Liam
- 03:52:51 “A big thick boy.”
I’ve laughed by myself about the thought of Sam, through gritted teeth, attempting another verry specific communion with The Changebringer. Matt trolled him so well. I just want one more and I’ll quit, promise.
Use of the word “beautiful”
- 00:43:04 MM
- 00:43:17 MM
- 00:44:00 MM
- 00:44:44 MM
- 00:44:59 MM
- 00:53:29 Sam
- 00:53:50 Liam
- 01:28:05 Sam
- 01:53:45 MM
- 01:53:53 MM
- 03:28:30 MM
Deep Thoughts by Jack Handey
I enjoyed the “body positive” message when Dancer explained why she didn’t want her arm returned. Mental health awareness with Ashton’s panic attacks, also a plus. I’m reading about this episode triggering folks, and I’m conflicted. Emotional reaction is critical (heh) to audience engagement in the stories. If it’s all fun and games and safely diluted, that would grow stale for me. Much like a painting palette, I encourage them to use everything and i enjoy surprises, even if it’s less happy and more thought-provoking.
This episode had a ton going on and I certainly enjoyed it. The ability of this group to bring up difficult subjects (to a point) and give emotion to them is part of what makes the show special.
My folks were both in the Air Force and my bias had my favorite moment being the glider flight. That scene had everything except the coffee spill.
Hear me out.
They’re clearly making Top Gun references all over the place and even queued up Kenny Loggins - Danger Zone. Chet pulling out of that dive and zooming past was the perfect opportunity, so I’m gonna add that into my fanfiction.
Additionally, now that the Top Gun Chetney theme has been released, I have some ideas for Samurai Rusk tattoos. One is just aviators with the words Danger Zone, and it can apply to each member of the team with the right tweaks.
Song References
- 00:10:10 Mr Mister - Broken Wings (Willingblam edit)
- 00:12:05 Vanessa Carlton - Thousand Miles
- 00:13:37 LEET Jodi Benson - Part of Your World
- 00:59:30 Awolnation - Sail
- 01:03:00 Van Halen - Jump
- 01:03:08 Kenny Loggins - Danger Zone
- 01:12:30 Kenny Loggins - Danger Zone
- 01:25:50 Kenny Loggins - Danger Zone
- 01:50:35 Puffy AmiYumi - Teen Titans Theme & Teen Titans GO! Theme
- 02:28:47 Billy Idol - Dancin with Myself
- 02:35:53 Smashmouth - Allstar
- 02:35:28 Zelda find item melody
- 02:55:23 Vanessa Carlton - Thousand Miles
- 03:03:43 Fog Hat - Slow Ride
- 03:53:37 Sarah McLachlan - I Will Remember You