The Meaning of Finns Journey in The Hall of Egress (Adventure Time) Uncivilized Elk 2024-10-16 | The Meaning of Finns Journey in The Hall of Egress (Adventure Time)
Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake Review – The Star (Episode 7) Uncivilized Elk 2023-11-04 | Vampire World is scary to Fionna Campbell, and she’s right to be scared in a world where even the hero Billy (who fought a bear) was sucked dry. Cake the Cat is really feeling herself though, and has no fear even when facing the Vampire King. Simon realizes his worth as a parent and sees what a bad dad could have done to Marceline, while back in Fionna’s universe, Gary Prince also saves Marshall Lee from bad parenting. Bonnie and the Star were great alternate versions of their prime counterparts, Huntress was fun, and wholesome Martin Mertens felt so strange, but I think Peppermint Tank stole the show for me as my personal favorite. This was a great jam-packed episode which had alternate-universe characters meeting their demise left and right.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelk
Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake Review – The Winter King (Episode 6) Uncivilized Elk 2023-09-20 | The Winter King was a frosty wad for 100 years until his reign was ended by a magic-draining kiss from Fionna that turned him into dust. Simon Petrikov is vindicated, and all is well. Except that Simon still thinks he can get cursed the correct way, and Fionna is only just starting to realize the tragedy that has followed the group’s wake as they hop across worlds. This episode still leaves our central cast on the backburner, but it was a delightful romp through the snow with the Winter King, and a sweet dulcet chorus of sugary goodness with the Candy Queen. Oh, and it was very charming to see Marshall Lee finally hook up with Gary Prince!Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelk
Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake Review – Destiny (Episode 5) Uncivilized Elk 2023-09-19 | We return to Farmworld 12 years into the future in the enthralling episode “Destiny.” Big Destiny has a family, with Little Destiny shaping up to be his successor, if not for her secret relationship with Jay, the son of a rugged Finn Mertens, who now takes care of his 5 children after his partner (which is practically confirmed to have been the Farmworld version of Huntress Wizard) had died. And FW Jake is still alive, though super duper old. Simon, Cake, and Fionna bumble their way through this reality while the Scarab continues to chase them down, leading to a skull-crushing ending.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelk
Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake Review – Prismo the Wishmaster (Episode 4) Uncivilized Elk 2023-09-13 | The 4th episode of the Fionna & Cake series, named after Prismo the Wishmaster, was both extremely funny and extremely sad. Many of our characters are depressed, Simon even considered giving up, while Fionna & Cake finally realize their entire world may be on the cusp of being eradicated. Adventure Time pulls off an impeccable balancing act of keeping harmony between the humor and sorrow. Also, the Scarab, a brand new antagonist, finally makes his debut with the power to turn peeps into tamagotchi-like eggs. Another awesome episode that shows why the fun will never end.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelk
Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake Review – Cake the Cat (Episode 3) Uncivilized Elk 2023-09-10 | Cake the Cat warps into the Land of Ooo and chaos ensues for the innocent bystanders who shop at the local market for cursed fruit and whatnot. I had fun watching Cake and Squirrel enact silly hijinks together before Fionna beats up everyone to save her beloved pet/roommate. This episode was very enjoyable, but did not pack as many mind-blowing moments as the episodes surrounding it, so it comes off as relatively lackluster (again, only because the other episodes were so dang amazing). Oh, and the start with Prismo watching Jake Suit in action was a delight!Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelk
Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake Review – Simon Petrikov (Episode 2) Uncivilized Elk 2023-09-06 | “Simon Petrikov” was an amazing follow-up to “Fionna Campbell.” This episode explored the troubled and depressed psyche of Simon who feels alone and out of place in the Land of Ooo. We also got to see Choose Goose (now evil from Coconteppi’s ichor), Dirt Beer Guy, TV, and of course, none other than Finn Mertens (who got JACKED)! The forest environment in this episode was also among my favorites. I cannot wait to see what developments occur next in Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelk
Breakdown (& Speculations) of the Intro to Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake Uncivilized Elk 2023-09-04 | The intro to the 2nd episode of the Fionna & Cake series took my breath away and made my heart skip multiple beats. Unique Adventure Time opening themes are always a treat, and this one is no different. Join me as I break down the intro, as well as speculate and theorycraft on what the imagery might mean for the rest of the Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake series.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelk
Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake Review – Fionna Campbell (Episode 1) Uncivilized Elk 2023-09-02 | Never have I been as invested in the genderswapped residents of an alternate reality Land of Ooo like I am now! The first episode of Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake was an absolute hook, line, and sinker; I loved it, and it completely turned me around on the concept of having a Fionna and Cake miniseries (and this was before I even watched the second episode, which was also incredible)! I am beyond excited to find out what chaos ensues from the adventures of Fionna Campbell, Cake, and Simon Petrikov, and I hope you tune in as I continue to give my thoughts about this really promising continuation of Adventure Time.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelk
No Need to Urinate/Defecate in Jujutsu Kaisen!? Uncivilized Elk 2023-07-30 | There are major spoilers from the Shibuya Arc and minor spoilers from the Culling Game arc in this video, although these spoilers are not directly related to the topic of the video.In an interview, Gege Akutami (the mangaka of Jujutsu Kaisen) revealed an unused idea that would have inserted something into the guts of the human characters – intestinal cursed energy-based 'bugs' (Gege did not specify whether it was a cursed spirit or cursed technique) that allow sorcerers to go on missions without needing to eat or use the bathroom. Why did Gege invent this lore and feel the need to share it with others? I don't know, but I'm gonna build on the concept as if I was a daring dung beetle curse. Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelkBackground Music:Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Boogie WoogieJujutsu Kaisen OST - Occult Phenomenon Research ClubHunter X Hunter (2011) OST - Kijutsushi no Baire (Hisoka's Theme)Tracks from the Crayon Shin-chan OST
Speculations on the Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake Series Uncivilized Elk 2023-07-19 | Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake is a new series consisting of 10 episodes, and is expected to be out this autumn (release date has been officially revealed to be August 31, after this video was uploaded). A surprising aspect of this spin-off is the two titular genderbent leads will be teaming up with Simon Petrikov (who is now free from his Ice King persona) for a multiverse-hopping adventure. The scope and amount of episodes to this story makes me hopeful that not only will we flesh out the characters of Fionna and Cake like never before, but Simon will have an entire character arc for us to witness. Will we see Golb/Golbetty? Will we see those Lich hands which entered every universe/reality back in the episode “Crossover”? Will we see stuff we’ve never seen before that raises more questions than answers in true Adventure Time fashion? I shed some speculations and thoughts, but obviously we won’t know what happens until we can watch the show ourselves.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelk
Infinity Train Review: Book 4 - Duet (Part 1: Episodes 1–5) Uncivilized Elk 2023-04-01 | In the 1980’s, Ryan Akagi and Min-Gi Park were estranged childhood friends who ended up being the first "buy one, get one free" passenger(s) to be abducted onto the infamous interdimensional train that forces you to get busy bettering yourself or get busy dying. With the saucy service bell Kez to aid them, and Amelia overthrowing One as the Conductor in the background, these two rock buddies venture through the “train to nowhere” to unlock the true Chicken Choice Judy experience within their collective selves.Infinity Train has unfortunately been canceled at Book 4, despite the storyboards for Season 5 already having been created (after a movie pitch was rejected, to boot!). Then (to pour gasoline in the wound and light it ablaze), the series was completely removed from HBO Max and Cartoon Network due to dumb executive decisions from the Warner-Discovery merger. All hope is not lost, but it will be a massive bummer if this fantastic series can’t find a way to continue (which is sadly a possibility), because this train to nowhere still has so many stops left! Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelk
Adventure Time: Distant Lands Megareview – Together Again (Part 1) Uncivilized Elk 2022-11-19 | The Adventure Time: Distant Lands special “Together Again” was an afterlife-spanning adventure of countless callbacks and cameos, and began with one of the most delightfully audacious cold opens I have ever seen! What an absolutely delightful saṃsāra of an adventure!While the series finale, "Come Along With Me," looked at the world of Adventure Time from a grand scale, "Together Again" was an intimate, heartfelt, and joyous exploration of the bond between Finn the Human and Jake the Dog, but also included a wacky quest where our heroic duo reunites to save the Dead Worlds from New Death's shenanigans with the aid of Joshua, Margaret, and none other than Tiffany (who decides to attain redemption by abandoning being a dirty cop Undertaker and becoming an honorary brother to Finn, Jake, and Jermaine). I loved the journey from start to finish. I really wanted to have this review be a single lengthy video, but my depression has been a constant diabolical tranch, and I currently have no idea when I’ll regain my capability and zest to make more videos. I (obviously) hope that I will be able to return with more content sooner than later. This chunk of the full review was (mostly) created shortly after “Together Again” originally premiered way back when. I've been sitting on it all this time since, but now that a (hyperbolic) eternity has passed, I finally decided to go ahead and slice the review in twain.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelk
Godzilla vs. Kong Could’ve Been Great Uncivilized Elk 2021-04-26 | Godzilla vs. Kong was my favorite out of Legendary’s MonsterVerse movies (so far) simply because the kaiju combat was more fun than in the previous films. While the monster battles failed to adequately portray the awe-inspiring scale of these gigantic titans (Shin Godzilla pulled this off exceptionally well, on the other hand), the fights were nonetheless very enjoyable (embracing the wackiness certainly helped). The plot was bad of course (as expected), but what frustrated me most is that the human side of things could have at least been tolerable if you just excise the “conspiracy crew” completely from the movie. With some minor alterations beyond that, I think you could even scramble together a decent story experience from what’s on the cutting board without much difficulty, although I do not expect Godzilla vs. Kong to ever get an alternate improved cut (would be nice, though). These are my thoughts on how to fix Godzilla vs. Kong so that it could be a more fun film.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelkBackground Music:Godzilla vs. Kong Main Theme (Remade Akira Ifukube Score) by Philip AnderssonMechagodzilla Theme (Remade Akira Ifukube Score) by Philip AnderssonDestroy All Monsters Main Theme (Remade Akira Ifukube Score) by Philip AnderssonBio Wars (Remade Koichi Sugiyama Score) by Philip Andersson
Vampires, Marceline Abadeer, & the Major Arcana – Adventure Time: Stakes Miniseries Analysis Uncivilized Elk 2021-04-14 | The vampires of Adventure Time were based on tarot cards, and the influence of the Major Arcana creeps deep into the Stakes miniseries. Stakes was not just about hunting vampires; it was about Marceline’s personal journey of dealing with her immortal existence and finding the strength to keep going. Those whom Marceline fights against represent characteristics and elements in her own life, and this makes the Stakes miniseries a very holistic experience. The tarot apply toward Marceline just as much as they do to the vampires. Join me in this video essay as I explore the rich narrative behind Marcy and the vamps!Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelkTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction02:47 - The Fool07:45 - The Empress14:50 - The Hierophant21:43 - The Moon29:45 - The Vampire King (Wheel of Fortune)38:34 - The Vampire King (Chariot) 53:08 - Marceline the Vampire QueenBackground Music (by section):Introduction:Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 21 / Prison Realm (cover by Enryu)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Gojo’s Theme / Infinite Potential (cover by Enryu)The Fool:Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 6 & 14 / Gojo's Lesson (cover by Moody)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 16 / Yuji Itadori Level (cover by Mask)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 11 / Black (cover by Moody)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 19 / Maki & Megumi vs Hanami / Divergent Fist (cover by Moody)The Empress:Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 22 / Mahito Scene (cover by Mask)killer7 OST - Margarita (by Jun Fukuda) Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 23 / Megumi’s Past (cover by Mask)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 7 & 9 OST / Mahito's Theme (cover by Moody)The Hierophant:Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Panda vs Robot Fight (cover by Enryu)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 19 / Maki & Megumi Saved (cover by Mask)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 18 / Megumi vs Noritoshi (cover by Mask)The Moon:killer7 OST - Island Edge (by Masafumi Takada) killer7 OST - Maze (by Masafumi Takada) killer7 OST - Stoned (by Masafumi Takada) Adventure Time Come Along With Me OST - Imagination A Dream (by Tim Kiefer, Somvilay Xayaphone, Bettie Ward) The Vampire King (Wheel of Fortune):Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Gojo’s Theme / Infinite Potential (cover by Enryu)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 20 / Powerless God (cover by Enryu)No More Heroes OST - Hell on Bare Feet (by Masafumi Takada)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Gojo Satoru's Barrier / Veil (cover by James Liam Figueroa)Walk Into The Sun (by Time Kiefer / staypuft)The Vampire King (Chariot):No More Heroes OST - NMH The Outer Rim Remix (by Norihiko Hibino & Masafumi Takada)No More Heroes OST - NMH (by Masafumi Takada)No More Heroes 2 Desperate Struggle OST - Tooth Paste (by Tomohiro Shirai & Neutrino)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Mahito's Theme Orchestral (cover by James Liam Figueroa)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Mahito's Domain Expansion (cover by Mask)No More Heroes OST - Piranhas in the Air (by Masafumi Takada)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 19 / Maki & Megumi vs Hanami / Divergent Fist (cover by Moody)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Cursed Finger (cover by Enryu)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Fighting Spirit (cover by Enryu)Marceline the Vampire Queen:Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 24 / Yuji Defeats Eso (cover by Mask)Jujutsu Kaisen OST - Episode 24 / Itadori and Nobara Fight (cover by James Liam Figueroa)Digital Devil Saga 2 OST - Om Mani Padme Hm (by Shoji Meguro)Digital Devil Saga 2 OST - Atonement (by Shoji Meguro)Adventure Time OST - Time Adventure (Piano cover by PandaTooth)Adventure Time OST - Everything Stays Instrumental (by Tim Kiefer / Rebecca Sugar)
Finn, Bronwyn, and Jake in Obsidian – Adventure Time: Distant Lands Analysis Uncivilized Elk 2020-12-04 | While Obsidian was about the relationship of Princess Bubblegum and Marceline the Vampire Queen, the brief appearance of Finn and Bronwyn raises tons of questions that fuel countless more speculations. Join me as I discuss how much time may have passed / how old Finn Mertens might be in this Distant Lands special, why Bronwyn tagged along in (what I presume to be Finn’s) van, and why the Land of Ooo’s most famous hero (who is now scruffy, bearded, and scarred-up) has a big chest tattoo of his brother Jake the Dog who is nowhere to be found. Things get rather sad, because yeah, I personally am convinced that Jake is dead, but I do find bittersweet sentiment in the gonzo chest tattoo that Jake has been memorialized with on Finn’s pecs. Even if Jake did die, his spirit surely lives on in the world of Adventure Time!Music briefly featured at the end was the Gilligan Moss Mix of Eternity With You.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: ko-fi.com/uncivilizedelkTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelk
Comedy in Obsidian – Adventure Time: Distant Lands Analysis Uncivilized Elk 2020-11-25 | Obsidian was fantastic! Princess Bubblegum and Marceline the Vampire Queen finally get their big sapphic adventure!Rather than doing a review like usual, for this Adventure Time Distant Lands special, I am going to be making multiple videos focusing on different topics. This first one is about the comedy in Obsidian, where I discuss which jokes and humor resonated with me and/or which comedic moments I found interesting. Other video topics I mentioned that you can expect in the future:Finn (and Jake) in the Obsidian timeline.Young Marcy and her mom (Elise).Glass Kingdom, Glassboy, and Molto Larvo.And I didn’t mention this in the video, but I’m thinking of discussing Bonnibel and Marceline via song analyses (dissecting and discussing the lyrics, feel, and meaning of It’s Funny, Woke Up, Monster, and Eternity With You, as well the actual events happening during the songs). Music used at the start is (obviously) “Eternity With You (feat. Michaela Dietz & Zuzu)”Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelk
Infinity Train Review: S3E4 - Le Chat Chalet Car Uncivilized Elk 2020-11-19 | The gang find themselves in a snowstorm and take shelter in a nearby cabin, which is the vacation home of none other than The Cat (and Frank)! With Grace despondent over the decline of her number, Simon ends up reliving his childhood trauma, and he has to cope with being around the denizen who abandoned him and the friend who has been giving him the cold shoulder. Hazel and Tuba goof around while Frank makes pancakes. Also Randall is there - EVERYWHERE!The end of this video features what to expect from this channel next, and yes it's obviously a review of the Obsidian special of Adventure Time: Distant Lands (edit: I may end up doing separate videos on different topics about Obisidian instead). After that, I will be finishing the long-awaited tarot-based analysis of the Stakes miniseries (patrons will be able to view the whole thing early in chunks).Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/uncivilizedelk
Infinity Train Review: S3E3 - The Debutante Ball Car Uncivilized Elk 2020-08-27 | The Debutante Ball Car, which is filled with living ornaments and aristocratic Cthulian people, requires that anyone passing through must first "enter society." That means Grace, Simon, Hazel, and Tuba have to learn how to ballroom dance. In the process, Grace opens up to Hazel and Tuba about her past, and by the end, Grace even starts to feel low-key empathy for a denizen of the train. Simon, meanwhile, learns nothing. Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/uncivilizedelk
Infinity Train Review: S3E2 - The Jungle Car Uncivilized Elk 2020-08-18 | "The Jungle Car" introduces Hazel and Tuba, but also further fleshes out the personalities of Grace and Simon. It’s a solid and enjoyable continuation to Book 3 of Infinity Train. The episode culminates with the two cult leaders, in an attempt to gain the favor of the mysterious girl Hazel, compromising and letting a powerful denizen of the train tag along with their group. I wish I could chomp into pineapples the way Tuba does.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/uncivilizedelk
Infinity Train Review: S3E1 - The Musical Car Uncivilized Elk 2020-08-15 | “May our spirits be high, and our numbers higher! Down with the false Conductor! The Apex reveals the truth!” Book 3 of Infinity Train, titled Cult of the Conductor, establishes how Grace and Simon run their child cult and further explores the personality of these two new lead characters. Only a fraction of the episode takes place in the Musical Car, where the denizens were performing Jesse’s song about empathy (when I look at you, I see me), until they were violently assaulted by the Apex. The rest of the episode takes place in the Gravity Turtle College Car (alternatively, the Unfinished Car), where an unexpected train rearrangement leaves Grace and Simon stranded without backup. “The Musical Car” was an excellent start to the new season. Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/uncivilizedelk
Cult Recruitment in The Mall Car – Infinity Train Analysis & Review Uncivilized Elk 2020-08-12 | According to Grace and Simon, the Infinity Train rightfully belongs to the Apex, the size of a passenger’s number is representative of their strength, “nulls” are deceitful beings whose lives hold no value, and One-One is a brainwashing bot who usurped the true Conductor (Amelia). Of course one should probably be careful when it comes to believing delinquents with mildly fascist undertones who run a child cult. Grace and Simon utilize legitimate cult recruitment methodologies when trying to gain Jesse’s favor to have the lad join the Apex, and their attempts may very well have worked had Jesse not already developed a deep and meaningful bond with Lake over the course of their adventures.This was a great episode, and I'm very excited to see what trouble Grace and Simon will get into (and cause) in Book 3: Cult of the Conductor. Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/uncivilizedelk
Infinity Train Review: S2E6 - The Lucky Cat Car Uncivilized Elk 2020-08-07 | “The Lucky Cat Car” features many cameo appearances from train denizens we saw in the first season of Infinity Train, in addition to Grace and the Apex showing up at the end of the episode. However, the central focus of this episode is very much the strong bond of support that has formed between Lake and Jesse. Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/uncivilizedelk
Infinity Train Review: S2E5 - The Parasite Car Uncivilized Elk 2020-08-03 | “The Parasite Car” provided breathing room more than anything (at Alan Dracula’s expense). While Lake and Jesse have developed into good friends, they still both get deceived by Perry the parasite in a manner that thematically reminded me of “The Beach Car” episode from Book 1 of Infinity Train.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/uncivilizedelk
Infinity Train Review: S2E4 - The Toad Car Uncivilized Elk 2020-07-18 | On the run from Agent Mace and Agent Sieve of the Mirror Police, Lake and Jesse get locked in a train car where the only way to advance is to kick a toad. Lake and Jesse’s argument stems from a lack of honesty with each other, and it’s not until trust develops between the two that they’re able to escape (and free the toad from his existential nightmarish existence). This was another excellent episode of Infinity Train.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/uncivilizedelk
Adventure Time: Distant Lands Review – BMO Uncivilized Elk 2020-07-14 | Adventure Time returns with Distant Lands! The first 45 minute special features BMO being recruited by a mysterious robot (who BMO names Olive) to save a far-away society called The Drift, where a myriad of alien beings live semi-communally under the directive of a nefarious character called Hugo. It’s up to sheriff BMO and his deputy Y5 to make sure The Drift is safe from Hugo and the rascal Mr. M! Looks like terraforming Mars with potatoes will have to wait. Yeehaw!Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/uncivilizedelk
Infinity Train Review: S2E3 - The Map Car Uncivilized Elk 2020-02-23 | Abandon the butterfly stroke, Jesse!"The Map Car" was fantastic from a characterization perspective. The episode is Jesse-centric and primarily serves to get his character arc into gear, but touches upon many themes of Book Two of Infinity Train, even those pertaining to Lake. Also, Marcel's refusal to follow the intended purpose of the train car by attempting to keep passengers exploring indefinitely indirectly facilitates Jesse’s growth as a person, and I’m sure Agent Mace would have a few choice words about that coincidence.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/uncivilizedelk
Infinity Train Review: S2E2 - The Family Tree Car Uncivilized Elk 2020-01-31 | Lake and Jesse fight a bit, but also start to figure themselves out a bit. The second episode of Infinity Train Book Two is full of characterization that paves the way for the character development to come in future episodes. I didn't care for the families that constitute the tree and their generational squabble, but that was mere background decor to the rather riveting drama happening between Lake and Jesse.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/uncivilizedelk
Infinity Train Review: S2E1 - The Black Market Car Uncivilized Elk 2020-01-20 | Book 2 of Infinity Train was absolutely awesome, and I'll be reviewing each episode! I hope I manage to stay focused and motivated to churn these reviews out, lest I end up on the Infinity Train. Then again, I could really use its aggressive form of self-therapy. Worst case is I’d get horribly murdered by something, which would still be an absolute win in my eyes. My reviews of Book 2: Cracked Reflection will be done in a retrospective manner, meaning I may discuss events that occur in future episodes, and I will not be calling the main character Mirror Tulip or MT, but rather the name she picks for herself in the final episode: Lake.Despite the episode being called “The Black Market Car,” most of it takes place in the canopy of the the Family Tree Car. The day after a magical deer saves Lake from the Mirror Police, Jesse shows up and the Travel Friends gang is assembled, whether Lake likes it or not. Only for Alan Dracula to peace out due to either ulterior motives or a distatse for yelling (or both). Who knows what goes through the mind of this wacky deer. Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelk
Infinity Train Review: Book 1 - The Perennial Child (Part 2: Episodes 6–10) Uncivilized Elk 2020-01-06 | The 2nd part of my Infinity Train Book 1 review, covering episodes 6 through 10.If you haven't seen Part 1, do so at the following link:youtu.be/mGwhRRGHHHkThe Unfinished Car establishes pieces for the finale and Tulip’s ability to see herself in others.The Chrome Car had Mirror Tulip on the run from the Flecs. Eager to see more Mirror Police and Mirror Tulip in Book Two: Cracked Reflection.The Ball Pit Car served up some childhood relaxation followed by severe trauma.The Past Car had Tulip learn the backstory of the Conductor.The Engine had Tulip confront Amelia to save Atticus, while One-One finally finds their mom. Tulip finally returns home, capable of adapting to life's changes, and ready for anything.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkDonate: streamlabs.com/uncivilizedelk/tipTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/uncivilizedelk
Adventure Time is Coming Back with Distant Lands Uncivilized Elk 2019-10-27 | Adventure Time is going to return!? My thoughts and feelings on the four new one-hour specials collectively titled Adventure Time: Distant Lands that will premier in 2020 on HBO Max. I also do a breakdown of the promotional poster, discuss the available summaries of the specials, and speculate on the upcoming adventures of BMO, Princess Bubblegum & Marceline, Peppermint Butler, and of course, Finn the Human and Jake the Dog.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/uncivilizedelk
The Steven Universe Movie Has Some Issues Uncivilized Elk 2019-09-06 | The production value of Steven Universe: The Movie is greater than ever, but the slick captivating exterior can't make up for the narrative problems that plague the experience as a whole. Steven Universe: The Movie looks great, sounds great, and is packed with emotion, but lacks substance behind that energy. The way the movie treats the Diamonds is awful, the main cast only retreads experiences they already had, and Spinel (while zany, wacky, and sympathetic) has a character arc that's not particularly compelling and ends rather horrifically. Thematically, there's too many issues that fun packaging can't cover up, and thus I didn't like Steven Universe: The Movie. Spinel's clown shoes squeaking did amuse me though.I endlessly looped "Other Friends" because it was tied for my favorite song (with Disobedient), and it got stuck in my head super bad, and thus I shall make it get stuck in all your heads too. Also, it just works really well as background music.Patreon: patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTwitch: twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkTwitter: twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
Why Was Ugly Irwin in Tulip’s Divorce Memory? (Infinity Train Analysis) Uncivilized Elk 2019-09-03 | Ugly Irwin, the non-corgi resident of the Corgi Car, appears in Tulip’s altered memories when she’s trapped in the tape world during the episode “The Cat’s Car.”It’s a weird and quirky appearance steeped in symbolism that allows for a framework to further discuss the theme of dealing with divorce. Also, I discuss how much I like the detail that Tulip rips paper when stressed. While I wanted to talk about both of these things in my review of Infinity Train, maybe it’s for the better that I didn’t, as my discussion on “The Cat’s Car” in part 1 of my review already took up nearly half that video without these extra topics thrown in. Support this channel on Patreon:patreon.com/uncivilizedelkFollow me on Twitch:twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFollow me on Twitter:twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
Infinity Train Review: Book 1 - The Perennial Child (Part 1: Episodes 1–5) Uncivilized Elk 2019-08-21 | The first season of Infinity Train has arrived. Join me as I discuss the first 5 episodes of Tulip’s trek of zany self-discovery through the following train cars: Grid, Beach, Corgi, Crystal, and that one that belongs to the Cat.Be aware that I do mention some events that occur in the second half of the miniseries, so it's best you watch the whole show before watching this review. Support this channel on Patreon:patreon.com/uncivilizedelk
Adaptation and Nostalgia on an Alien World: Scavengers Analysis & Speculative Biology Uncivilized Elk 2019-07-10 | Watch Scavengers on Vimeo, it's only 8 minutes long:http://vimeo.com/179779722Scavengers is a beautiful animated short that premiered on Adult Swim’s Toonami block in late 2016. The animation is about two humans surviving on an alien world while longing for the civilization they left behind on planet Earth. It’s a captivating feat of fictional biology that provides a poignant message about the power of nostalgia. All music is from the Rain World soundtrack by James Primate:Threat - Heavy Industrial Threat - SuperstructureThreat - OutskirtsMud PitsPictures of the PastRW_3Threat - ShorelineKayavaWeyuonBio-EngineeringThreat - Sky IslandsELSE IStargazerBlack MoonlightRW_4Support this channel on Patreon:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkFollow me on Twitch:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFollow me on Twitter:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
Adventure Time Series Finale Megareview: S10E13–16 - Come Along With Me Uncivilized Elk 2019-06-03 | Will happen, happening, happened.What an intriguing, emotional, chaotic, and bittersweet end to a wonderful show. The Gum War and Golb may become ancient history in the Land of Ooo's future, but you and I will always be back then. Adventure Time comes to a close, but it feels like the world and characters it created will continue to live on forever (figuratively that is, most of the characters are "actually dead" to quote LSP). Won’t you come along with me as I dissect and analyze the series finale? Link to Steve Wolfhard’s drawings that label all the items in BMO’s lair atop Mount Cragdor (before Shermy and Beth broke a bunch of them):kingofooo.tumblr.com/post/179907849324Support this channel on Patreon:patreon.com/uncivilizedelkFollow me on Twitch:twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFollow me on Twitter:twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
Uncivilized Elk is (Almost) Back! Uncivilized Elk 2019-05-29 | The hiatus is (nearly) over. My channel rises from the grave to feast on the flesh of the living... or rather, to give you opinions and analyses on entertainment media.The Adventure Time series finale review is hot on the heels of this update video, so you don’t have to wait too much longer to finally hear my thoughts on “Come Along With Me.”If you haven’t seen Scavengers, I suggest you do so to prepare for my future video on this beautiful animation short. It’s only 8 minutes, and well worth your time. You can view the whole thing here:http://vimeo.com/179779722Support me on Patreon:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
The Pup Kingdom & Gibbon in Adventure Time’s Future (“Come Along With Me” Supplemental Lore) Uncivilized Elk 2018-09-11 | FYI: This video ended up being "set for kids" by YouTube and I currently cannot even try to appeal that due to YouTube Studio being bugged (my attempts to report this issue and get it fixed have thus far been fruitless). I am still currently trying to resolve this. My content is from an adult viewer's perspective and targeted at other adults to foster discussion about the surprising depth that Adventure Time packs.In this speculative video, I explore notes and drawings by Steve Wolfhard (a writer and storyboard artist for Adventure Time) of Gibbon and a variety of concept design pups (which never appear in the show itself). Join me in my attempt to theory-craft some makeshift lore about the future Land of Ooo and its inhabitants.Support me on Patreon:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
Breakdown of the “Come Along With Me” Intro & Speculations About Ooo’s Future (Adventure Time) Uncivilized Elk 2018-09-05 | Adventure Time's series finale, "Come Along With Me," has a new intro that features Shermy and Beth in the future Land of Ooo. Join me as I dissect the visuals in this new opening and provide thoughts and speculations on what we get to witness. Support me on Patreon:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
Steven Universe Review: S5E25 - Legs From Here to Homeworld Uncivilized Elk 2018-09-01 | Steven Universe has engaged turbo mode! The Diamonds learn the truth, try to revert corrupted gems, and we go to Homeworld and meet White Diamond. All in a single episode. Sloooooow down, SU!Support me on Patreon:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
Reunited: Good, but Rushed – Steven Universe S5E23+24 Review Uncivilized Elk 2018-09-01 | For the most part I enjoyed "Reunited," but once the Diamonds decide to crash Ruby and Sapphire's wedding, I thought the pacing was too rushed. Still quite a solid double-feature though.Support me on Patreon:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
Adventure Time Review: Diamonds and Lemons (The Minecraft Episode) Uncivilized Elk 2018-07-30 | I was surprised at how fun I found the Minecraft episode, especially as somebody who's not a fan of the video game whatsoever. "Diamonds and Lemons" was packed with laughs, but also has a nice sentiment behind the hijinks. Support me on Patreon:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
Was Bismuth’s Return Handled Well? (Steven Universe “Made of Honor” Discussion) Uncivilized Elk 2018-07-20 | Let’s get back to Bismuth. It took far too long to unbubble this gem if you ask me, and I have rather mixed feelings about “Made of Honor” now that the time has finally arrived.Support me on Patreon:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
Questioning the Answer – “The Question” Analysis (Steven Universe) Uncivilized Elk 2018-07-14 | The episode aptly named “The Question” recontextualizes “The Answer” and causes Ruby to experience a brief identity crisis. Ruby decides she wants to be Garnet, but on her and Sapphire’s terms, so we’re going to have a big gay wedding! Support me on Patreon:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
Steven Universe Review: S5E20 - Whats Your Problem Uncivilized Elk 2018-07-10 | Episodes like “What’s Your Problem” are the reason I watch Steven Universe. That being said, I didn’t find the first half of the episode all that hot, but the second half which demonstrates just how far the relationship between Amethyst and Steven has developed is absolutely incredible. Support me on Patreon:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
Steven Universe Review: S5E19 - Now Were Only Falling Apart Uncivilized Elk 2018-07-07 | Garnet unfuses, Sapphire takes the news about Pink Diamond pretty hard, and Pearl recollects on Pink Diamond in her formative years. I had rather mixed feelings on "Now We're Only Falling Apart," and I'm still not sure whether I liked the episode overall or not. Support me on Patreon:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
How Steven Universe Portrays Mental Illness in Pool Hopping Uncivilized Elk 2018-06-29 | This will be a rather personal analysis video. The negative attributes of future vision, especially in the episode “Pool Hopping,” resonated with me strongly because of how much it reminded me of generalized anxiety disorder and my own experience with both GAD and depression. Steven Universe has always explored social issues through fantasy elements, and I discuss my personal interpretation of how future vision plays into this trend. Support me on Patreon at:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch at:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter at:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElkMusic is from the Steven Universe OST:Moonlit BattlefieldI’m Still HereLove Like You Instrumental (mixed by Phizzy)
Jurassic Worlds Dinosaurs Are Terrible Uncivilized Elk 2018-06-19 | This video is both a critique of Jurassic World from a conceptual perspective as well as an examination of what the movie gets wrong about extinct animals. Scientifically accurate representations of dinosaurs and other extinct animals on the big screen would be awesome simply due to the rarity of paleontological accuracy in pop culture, but more importantly, I think rooting the Jurassic film franchise in scientific knowledge would create a more unique, interesting, and enjoyable movie experience. While this might seem counter-intuitive, grounding the appearance and behavior of extinct animals in reality can actually circumvent lazy writing and common tropes, while also making the on-screen animals far more interesting and creative.Basically, my thesis is that the abundance of scientific inaccuracy in movies featuring animals (both extinct and extant) often creates stupidity and stifles creativity. Support me on Patreon at:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch at:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter at:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElkMusic:"Exit the Premises" - Kevin MacLeod“Money Shot” - No More Heroes 2 Desperate Struggle OST"Hyperfun" - Kevin MacLeod"Royal Banana" - Kevin MacLeod"Zazie" - Kevin MacLeod"Monster Promenade" - Kevin MacLeod“The Upside” - No More Heroes 2 Desperate Struggle OST“Stoned” - Killer7 OST“Blaster Nation” - No More Heroes OST“Hustlin’ ‘n’ Tuslin’ [batucafro mix]” - No More Heroes OST“Disaster for Sale” - No More Heroes OST“Knife Fight” - Night in the Woods OSTJurassic Park Theme / Melodica Cover“Money" - Adventure TimeMonster Hunter World Anjanath gameplay footage from Strawfoot.Jurassic World 3D logo from KVK Studios.
Questions and Speculations About the Pink Diamond Twist (Steven Universe) Uncivilized Elk 2018-06-12 | List of questions speculated about in the video:Why the human zoo?What's the reason for Steven?When did Pink Diamond develop her powers and did she keep them secret?Double life logistics?Is the gemstone rotation thing acceptable or dumb? (The answer is both.)What was the timing for planting the Cluster?Why does Pink Diamond's gemstone not match her mural? Also why is she so small?Support me on Patreon at:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch at:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter at:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
The Pink Diamond Twist is Fine, and Heres Why (Steven Universe) Uncivilized Elk 2018-06-01 | In the episode “A Single Pale Rose,” we finally learn the truth behind Pink Diamond and Rose Quartz. The twist was quite shocking, and sent waves across the Steven Universe fanbase. Whether you loved or hated the revelation, it certainly put the show back in the spotlight by shaking things up. In this video, I discuss my thoughts and feelings on Rose Quartz being Pink Diamond.Support me on Patreon at:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch at:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter at:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElkMusic is from the Steven Universe OST:Steven Universe Ending Theme 2 (mixed by Phizzy)Love Like You Instrumental (mixed by Phizzy)Rose’s RoomStrawberry Battlefield I’m Still HereRose Acoustic Theme
Pearl and Her Inner Pearls – “A Single Pale Rose” Analysis (Steven Universe) Uncivilized Elk 2018-05-18 | This video examines the mind of Pearl as we saw in the episode "A Single Pale Rose." While the big plot twist that Rose Quartz was actually Pink Diamond stole the focus (as it should), there was plenty of amazing Pearl content for further character study of her and her tragic past. So before I discuss my thoughts on the Pink Diamond reveal, I want to dedicate a video to Pearl's presence in "A Single Pale Rose."Support me on Patreon at:http://www.patreon.com/uncivilizedelkTo catch my livestreams, follow me on Twitch at:http://www.twitch.tv/uncivilizedelkFor channel news and updates, follow me on Twitter at:http://twitter.com/UncivilizedElk
