Finally the real shadow is back. He wasn’t a jerk or ignorant and I’m soo happy. The story and voice acting is phenomenal and the music was top-notch. Amazing 😭😁
@@videogameguy101 I think I like a good balance of both the level headed Shadow Jason portrays & the “emo” that Humphrey does. Lately sega has been doing the “I’m Shadow, I dislike everyone I guess I’ll help” personality instead of blending both together in a way that works.
This Shadow is *perfect.* the fact you changed his emo attitude to a snarky yet serious one is something I’d never think to do in my life. This is the Shadow everybody thinks about when they talk positively about him and I thank you for bringing him to life.
I agree with this comment. The new Shadow is arrogant, a loner, and a idiot to the point where it makes me think how we got to this point and Shadow should’ve stayed dead. This Shadow in this video reminds me of 06 which easily my favorite chacterization of Shadow.
@@crichie21 For movie 3, who do you think would be the best choice to voice Shadow (as they've already stated they want to go with star power)? Here are my top choices: 1. Liam Neeson. 2. David Oyelowo. 3. Benedict Cumberbatch. 4. Sylvester Stallone. 5. Keith David. 6. Henry Cavill. 7. James Arnold Taylor. (listen to his performance as Plo Koon from Star Wars, and The Fallen from Transformers) 8. Mark Hamill. 9. Willem Dafoe. 10. Vin Diesel. (my top five votes are Neeson, Dafoe, Hamill, Cavill and Diesel)
Wow Jason has really gotten better at voicing shadow even after all this time. In comparison to his current voice, Jason makes shadow feel more reserved, and level headed and works well with the rest of the gang.
Not to mention, he feels like a less fatherly version of Peppy from Star Fox, while still being relatively friendly to the other characters (aside from the soldiers, of course)
@@egamerej they're not. Apparently they think that the Kirk Thornton is the perfect shadow (even tho he sounds like he's trying too hard to be emo). I really wish they brought him back as Shadow
9:06 "Tell me.. What is my name?" "Who cares! What does your name have to do with our superior?!" *"Because you're talking to him"* Am I the only one who got chills down my spine?? I nearly forgot Shadow works for GUN and this line brought me goosebumps-
Honestly, even as someone who was confused as to why on earth GUN agents would be attacking Shadow in ANY scenario, I still didn't see that particular twist coming either. But when you go back and listen over the diologue again, all the foreshadowing is there! It's genuinely well written.
@@DLxxxConsidering GUN hasn’t been seen or utilized in many Sonic games recently, you tend to forget that Team Dark works with/for GUN. Still, consideing GUN somehow mistook Shadow for Sonic once, I’m not too surprised some of them make such carless mistakes.
@@loopydoop6033 I never assumed he would be jolly and happy. I just assumed he wouldn’t be a complete asshole and he would be willing to work with Sonic.
I bet Shadow laughing internally when they had the gall to say that, lol. They quite LITERALLY didn't know who they were talking to (which you can partially excuse, due to the main one being a newby to GUN, but the other two are even bigger fools).
I cannot get enough of that exchange between Shadow and the GUN soldiers. "Tell me... what is my name?" "Who cares? What does your name have to do with our superior?" "Because you're *talking to him.*" Beautiful.
This is more then nostalgia and references. This is who the characters should be. This is how they should act. This is Sonic. This is Tails. *THIS IS SHADOW* These are the characters who taught me so much growing up. And hearing them be written this way one more time was enough to bring me to tears.
Don’t forget our evill genius. He peaked in this once again too And as for Shadow well he is just who he should be a calm and wise protector yes PROTECTOR not the one who wants to show the world how strong he is.And I love his chemistry with Sonic
Shadow being general for GUN, tho? And him remembering his promise to Maria? Now, that’s what I call character development I LOVED Shadow so much in this! Jason's voice is simply the best for him
I was smiling the whole episode!! Not only was Jason’s Shadow a treat to hear again, but Shadow’s character is the way it should be and not overly edgy. I loved the twist of him actually being a GUN superior. Those GUN soldiers are in for a load of trouble from him! Keep up the great work!!
This is the true Shadow the hedgehog. He's actually committed to saving the world rather than being some edgelord trying to prove he's better than everyone.
They made the character of Shadow right as he remembers Maria's promise and he is also GUN Commander. Sonic 06 Shadow has always been my favourite . I missed this Shadow sooo much and I am glad that Jason voiced him instead of another voice actor.
Feels satisfying hearing Shadow act more calm and in control after years of the "Mr Edgy" portrayal that Sega has been pushing in the games and even the IDW comic. Jason did a great job acting Shadow here.
*The return of the king.* _However,_ this doesn't mean that the other Shadow voices are bad, its just that Jason Griffith's Shadow is the one that people tend to think of when they think of Shadow the Hedgehog
Sega seriously needs to reconsider bringing back Jason Griffith as Shadow. He is the definitive voice. Of course Shadow’s character here is how HE SHOULD BE and not some edgy Vegeta Clone. Thanks Emi for this project
This is due to Jason and the other voices cast for those times being in 4kids VA cast for sonic x dub Sega and 4kids agreed on a contract to let Sega use 4kids sonic x VA for their games Later on the contract expired hence why Jason is no longer exist for sonic and prob why we have new voice actors.
@@heatnova yes even though Sega wanted to have 4kids in contract with them for 5 years doesn’t mean it’s not possible they can come back especially Jason he is great for the sonic characters and he is the sonic everyone likes and he is the perfect person that is not so expensive for Sega so I think he can still exist as being the sonic characters again and he always exist as sonic for me
Tbh anyways I think kirk is a good VA for shadow The only problem I see with it is Sega making shadow edgy instead of serious and having a care for the world Try to imagine kirk with the lines shadow said in this video and you might see what I mean
@@Joliedesuu just like how Jason played Sonic and Shadow. Ryan was gonna play Sonic and Shadow but Ryan decided to bring his friend David to voice Shadow.
THIS is the take we've needed to see with Shadow's development. Shadow was never Sonic's enemy, Sonic got _in the way_ of Shadow's mixed motives but he still fought along side him numerous times FOR THE WORLD. Nowadays he's just used as some background foliage which is the worst slap to the face SEGA could give us. Sonic & friends fight with Eggman and other bosses and move on, Shadow got one game and that was it. What's he doing now? WHERE is he? What is he going through? We'll never know because they've moved on.. This isn't even official and brings me more joy than SEGA/Sonic Team could've hoped and I humbly thank you for making miserable 20+ y/o me meet with my teen self again. Credit is given where credit is due.
@@crichie21 Seeing as the first two were incredibly successful I really can't see them messing up- or so I hope they don't. This part of the lore for Sonic games is extremely important and the way they handled it in Shadow's game was kinda messy. I pray they do him and Maria justice in Sonic movie 3. They've already succeeded in so much it would be a shame for them to miscalculate it now.
I honestly wish Paramount would hire Jason Griffith for the the role of Shadow again because He did such an amazing job with him and I’ve missed hearing his voice for so long! (But also lo key to spite Sega…)
Easily the best one. Ryan Sonic and Jason Shadow interacting is something that I've always dreamed of as a kid. Now we finally get to hear it. Also can we just appreciate how beautifully portrayed Shadow is in this? He's NOT being an edgelord! He's behaving like he came fresh off of Sonic 06; meaning he's heroic, thoughtful, smart, but still quiet, no-nonsense and a bit snarky. Him and Sonic still bicker sure, but its in a teasing brotherly way, not out of unnecessary animosity or petty hate. Beautiful job on this, and a day before my birthday too. Oh yeah also, that Speed Highway rap/remix... straight fire.🔥🔥🔥
This. I don’t have to explain all of the flaws with 06’s story, but I feel like not enough people appreciate how that game perfectly nailed how Shadow’s personality should’ve been after Shadow The Hedgehog’s ending. His story’s ending in 06 perfectly shows this.
I LOVE what you did with Shadow's characterization. He's clearly got rivalry between Sonic as they will butt heads but he also has authority and knows he has a promise to keep for Maria by keeping the people of the planet safe.
9:20 "I am. And the three of you are in BIG trouble." He talks to them like a counseling father. It's so edgy and hilarious. I love Jason Griffith, dude.
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA! Jason's voice is just- His Shadow voice made me fell in love with Shadow in my childhood and hearing it made me feel like those days again......
This is definitely my favorite episode so far, the sa1 and sa2 references, the characterization of shadow, Ryan and Jason acting along side each other, the sound effects. I just love it.
Jason Griffith is literally *perfect* as Shadow here, he sounds so natural, i love it!... Shadow himself is also very well written here, which i greatly appreciate it
You know, at first I was a little disappointed that David wasn't reprising Shadow after playing Knux in the first episode, but this is quite possibly Jason's best performance of the role, so natural and relaxed, only hinting at the edgy tones of yore when he gets threatening. I dig it.
It's nice hearing hear both the Ryan and Jason in the same scene; it's like two parts of my childhood at the same time. This is my favorite episode so far.
This was INCREDIBLE. Jason sounds great, he’s different but still nails the character! And speaking of the character.......THIS IS THE BEST PORTRAYAL SHADOW HAS HAD IN SO LONG FOR ME. This is the character in SA2 and Heroes continuing to grow. So glad he’s still apart of G.U.N. too. I never understood why Shadow is portrayed as such an insufferable loner who can’t have any fun. This Shadow is the one that I can see bantering with Sonic in the cutscene in Heroes. This whole series has been fantastic, and I can’t wait for the next episode. Everyone involved in the making of these..... you guys have done great work. Thank you!
Jason Griffith teaches us yet again that you do not mess with Shadow or his comrades or else you'd suffer the consequences. I'm so happy Shadow's back!
I feel like the people who still say Ryan Drummond isn't able to properly voice Sonic anymore for a future game only watched the first episode of this audio series where he was much rustier at the voice. With a quality script and a great voice director, I'm 100% certain he can do Sonic justice in a hypothetical future game. In fact, I would absolutely be on board if he rerecorded his lines in an Adventure 1 and Adventure 2 remake.
Jason Griffith as Shadow and Ryan Drummond as Sonic is the best combination! This was a fantastic episode, and absolutely worth the wait!! Can’t wait to see what’s next!!
Wow this was absolutely amazing! I LIVE for this characterisation of Shadow, he sounds exactly like his Sonic 06 self in terms of personality and it’s perfect. Composed and tactical, cynical and snarky, a bit aloof and driven towards his own goal/mission but still has a kind heart deep down and is actually willing to work with others when need be. Sure he has a rivalry with Sonic but they clearly still respect each other deep down and really they just like to maybe get a little competitive, but never in a way that sacrifices helping others or saving the world, or even their friendship, or comradeship if that’s too strong a term. Just spectacular. Also, Shadow as a GUN general that is so awesome!
This was amazing! Hearing Jason Griffith and Ryan Drummond together has me fanboying so much. It’s like a dream come true. Jason has still got it! Great performances. He killed it! I love his Shadow voice! I’ve missed him so much. It feels so good to hear him again after so many years. :D
GUN operatives: *Trying to take down Sonic & Shadow.* Shadow: *Reveals that he is their GUN superior: **8:32** to **9:24**.* Me: It was at this moment that they knew... They f...ed up.
Ryan Drummond Sonic, AND Jason Griffith Shadow!? W!! Also when Shadow said "Chaos... BLAST!!" my Google window crashed lol. This is the ultimate power.
This is easily my favorite episode of Sonic and Tails R by far. Shadow definitely stole the show, and I absolutely loved his chemistry with Sonic. I've always loved the idea of them teaming up, and this episode gave me what I've been wanting from the actual games. I'm actually starting to wish that this series was canon. Thank you so much for the work you and your team did, and thank you so much for bringing back my favorite voice for my favorite Sonic character. I'm very excited to see all the different fan animations that people will most definitely make of this episode. :D
Shadow is going to kill those soldiers. Edit: Jason Griffith, dude, he will always be my favorite voice for Shadow the Hedgehog. Years later and he's still got it.
I LOVE THE WAY SHADOW IS WRITTEN HERE!!! The continuity of his newfound (after Sonic Adventure 2) protection of the world is soooo refreshing to see! And he actually seems to have a healthy rivalry with Sonic, something we don't see often. And Shadow as GENERAL is a mood! Everything in this episode was spectacular, from the writing, voice acting, sound effects, the whole shebang. You guys are doing an excellent job! Keep it up!
THANK YOU! As a fan of Shadow the Hedgehog, I am tired of him being portrayed as grumpy loner. He isn't just "Edgy the Hedgy" like how SEGA mandates him to be the Vegeta to Sonic's Goku. Seriously hearing this felt like the natural progression from Sonic 06.
This turned out beautifully and I’m so happy to be a part of this! Being able to flex my writing muscles with some amazingly talented people is an amazing opportunity and blessing. Thank you all and I hope you enjoyed this one ❤️🤘. *Also, I definitely didn’t intentionally be late for work today just so I could catch the premiere. I would never do that 🗿*
@@Parapsyche That’s amazing! I mainly wrote some of the music compositional pieces for this episode so that’s what I was referring to. If you want to thank anyone for the actual dialogue writing, it would be Emi and Doryan! I’m glad you enjoyed it tho!
@@treynobles Oh! Well, the music is all wonderful too, has been throughout the series, and All Around in particular is *not* to be overlooked. So, still respect. But thank you, Emi and Doryan too for the main show!
Not only was it great to hear Jason as Shadow again with BEAUTIFUL voice direction, but it was so nice to hear a good portrayal of the character after such a long time. You guys nailed it. Loved it.
Officer: After you escaped I was fired for violating protocol and now... I’m a security guard commander. Sonic: HAHAHAH Officer: ... for GUN Sonic: ... Oh ಠ_ಠ HAHA I love this so much XD
I really like this take on Shadow and him heading GUN instead of working for them makes more sense to me. The only thing that I wish to see more of is his rivalry with Sonic cause that's my favorite part of Shadow.
This is like a dream come true. For the longest time I always wondered how fans could have the best of both worlds, having both Ryan and Jason together on a Sonic project. I was at a loss when Ryan was no longer Sonic in my youth, though I give all credence to Jason for carrying on the torch in Sonic X and future titles from that point onward. Both of these actors are legendary in their roles and having them together like this? Well, let’s just say the kid inside my heart is having a spindash!! Welcome back Jason, long live Sonic, and thank you Emi for sharing this wonderful series with all of us. Emi as the Twin Tailed Fox, Ryan as the Blue Blur, Jason as The Ultimate Life-Form? It’s like music to my ears! This has and will always be my favorite cast for these characters, and whenever I hear them in official content this is how they’ll always resonate in my mind (comics or otherwise). I truly cannot thank you enough for revitalizing the love I have for this franchise all the more. Stay Golden Like Super Sonic, Everybody!
This comment speaks so much. You can just tell that you’re an OG Sonic fan and it shows. Ryan was always Sonic to me as a kid too. But, like you said, Jason did a really good job picking up that mantle when Ryan had to unfortunately (and not by his choice) leave the role. Ryan playing Sonic and Jason playing Shadow? It’s almost synonymous how fitting this is. We now have the OG Sonic in Ryan, teaming up with the “2nd Sonic” AKA Shadow-Jason. It’s just perfect.
Hearing both Ryan Drummond and Jason Griffiths as my two favorite hedgehogs again is both pure joy and nostalgia thanks for making this amazing series 👍💙🖤🦔
Oh man, that was really good! Griffith's performance was even better than his 2000s work on the games and the anime, and the story continues to impress. The small references sprinkled throughout were an added bonus. Great work!! I'm hyped for Episode 7!
I can't wait ever since the first episode when I saw David Humphrey was playing knuckles I thought, wouldn't it be great if Jason came back to voice shadow. Then it happened, I heard that voice and was like is that Jason? Sure enough it was Jason and I just freaked out.
What do you think happened to the 3 officers after the episode ended? 🤭
4:44 It would have been so much better if he said "Bring it on!"
they got chaos speared
I don't even think I wanna know
They probably got chaos blasted in the face.
They got the beatdown handed to them.
Hearing Jason's Shadow again is music to my ears
Agreed x100!
Dang, YOU'RE HERE TOO?! Man, Jason tying the Sonic Fans together! 😫😁
Sup tails. Or elina for that matter. I guess we all can Say that your other fans will be here soon
Oh,no help
I geeked out so bad when I realized it was him 😆😇🖤!
I wanna cry, loved listen Jason again being Shadow ❤️
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SERGI!!!
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Hi Sergi how is it going. No me esperaba verte aqui
Jason Griffith, Ryan Drummond, AND Aaron Webber? Amazing stuff 🥺
wait was aaron one of the soldiers? EDIT. Okay relistened to it and yes he was the second officer lolll
Waiting for the new video😁
How tf is she doing this
You can make all this 3D if you wanted too.
It’s weird to hear Jason’s shadow and Ryan’s sonic in the same piece of media. Since Jason’s played both sonic and shadow when he was the VA
Finally the real shadow is back. He wasn’t a jerk or ignorant and I’m soo happy. The story and voice acting is phenomenal and the music was top-notch. Amazing 😭😁
Yeah it's sure is happy to see Jason bringing the good shadow voice back where he is serious and not an emo
I agree entirely
Humphrey is the Real Shadow but I’ll let Jason be for this episode seeing as how he seems to have so many fans.
@@videogameguy101 I think I like a good balance of both the level headed Shadow Jason portrays & the “emo” that Humphrey does. Lately sega has been doing the “I’m Shadow, I dislike everyone I guess I’ll help” personality instead of blending both together in a way that works.
Sad how fans know these characters more than whoever is responsible for the script in new games.
This characterization for Shadow is so spot on it’s refreshing. If only Modern Shadow were written more like this.
This ( real ) Shadow looks at modern Shadow 6:18
This is the real shadow. Sega ruined him
That would imply Sonic's current writers were actually able to write
And, as history has shown, they can't. They've no desire to learn either
Totally not Me.
@@MiniBlackWaltz hoping they will in the future games 🥲🙏🏽
Shadow's smiling for once AND voiced by Jason Griffith? Count me in.
IKR I was hype cos Jason Griffith is voicing Shadow and now I’m Hyper because Shadow is smiling on the thumbnail!
An interpretation of Shadow where he clearly has multiple dimensions from gestures alone? Now this is what is called a good time.
They never should’ve replaced Griffith as Shadow!
@@nickdegugs7190 Yeah but then Jason would've been saying the things Kirk Thornton said as Shadow.
@@excavalon1366 some things make more sense looking back at them, at that is one of them
Jason saying "it's been too long" as Shadow literally almost brought tears to my eyes
Same!!!
Me too 🥺💪🏽❤️
It really has been too long.
@@goldenwing5960 Indeed!!!
Hope we see this shadow soon in the movie
6:27 "Stop losing focus! The entire world is at stake." "Chill out Shadow, Eggman is not even close yet!-" favorite lines :>
💥
Aw u rite u rite.
@@AraileLioness173 :D
Ikr
@@AraileLioness173 shadow: *giggle*
Sonic: “You know that giant lizard thing we fought on the Ark? Think that, but made of water!”
Shadow: *long disappointed pause* “...Anyway-“
I think Shadow is imagining Bio Lizard as a water formed beast
I was thinking that he probably doesn't even remember the Biolizard at that point after he lost his memory. I bet that's why he's confused.
I think he was silent because he was just shocked. The "anyway" came from him trying to push the thought out of his head.
@@argentumstaar +
Im more imagining Shadow thinking its made of the water from the Biolizard arena, and him being terrified of the current that would cause.
This Shadow is *perfect.* the fact you changed his emo attitude to a snarky yet serious one is something I’d never think to do in my life. This is the Shadow everybody thinks about when they talk positively about him and I thank you for bringing him to life.
Hopefully the 3rd movie gives us this shadow
That is how he used to... and in our hearts still does act
I agree with this comment. The new Shadow is arrogant, a loner, and a idiot to the point where it makes me think how we got to this point and Shadow should’ve stayed dead. This Shadow in this video reminds me of 06 which easily my favorite chacterization of Shadow.
@@crichie21 For movie 3, who do you think would be the best choice to voice Shadow (as they've already stated they want to go with star power)?
Here are my top choices:
1. Liam Neeson.
2. David Oyelowo.
3. Benedict Cumberbatch.
4. Sylvester Stallone.
5. Keith David.
6. Henry Cavill.
7. James Arnold Taylor. (listen to his performance as Plo Koon from Star Wars, and The Fallen from Transformers)
8. Mark Hamill.
9. Willem Dafoe.
10. Vin Diesel.
(my top five votes are Neeson, Dafoe, Hamill, Cavill and Diesel)
@@F0re5tMan Other option Jason Griffith
Ryan and Jason in the same project, is the best thing I ever seen! :D
It's a masterpiece
Ryan as Sonic and Jason as Shadow is the casting of my dreams.
This is like a dream come true!!!!
Now we just need Roger and this’ll be lit
They are my favourite voice actor's it's amazing to hear there voice again
Wow Jason has really gotten better at voicing shadow even after all this time. In comparison to his current voice, Jason makes shadow feel more reserved, and level headed and works well with the rest of the gang.
Totally agree
Yeah the current shadow is more of an emo than a serious character
Not to mention, he feels like a less fatherly version of Peppy from Star Fox, while still being relatively friendly to the other characters (aside from the soldiers, of course)
just bring griffith back…
@@egamerej they're not. Apparently they think that the Kirk Thornton is the perfect shadow (even tho he sounds like he's trying too hard to be emo). I really wish they brought him back as Shadow
Shadow, having respect torward sonic, caring about the people he promised to protect, whaaaaaaaaat? It's almost like he's a character
Hearing Jason say “It’s been too long” as Shadow 😭💕 Yes it has
We missed him so much!!! 🙏🏻😭
@@EmuEmi God bless your soul
@@EmuEmi true
@@EmuEmi God bless you for bringing back the BEST shadow voice
SEGA DO YOU HEAR US WANTING THE MAN BACK AS SHADOW FOR THE MOVIE?!?!?
9:06
"Tell me.. What is my name?"
"Who cares! What does your name have to do with our superior?!"
*"Because you're talking to him"*
Am I the only one who got chills down my spine?? I nearly forgot Shadow works for GUN and this line brought me goosebumps-
Honestly, even as someone who was confused as to why on earth GUN agents would be attacking Shadow in ANY scenario, I still didn't see that particular twist coming either. But when you go back and listen over the diologue again, all the foreshadowing is there! It's genuinely well written.
Has the same vibes as
"I wanna speak to the manager!"
*"I AM THE MANAGER"*
"Say my name."
"Shadow the Hedgehog"
"You're goddamn right."
@@DLxxxConsidering GUN hasn’t been seen or utilized in many Sonic games recently, you tend to forget that Team Dark works with/for GUN. Still, consideing GUN somehow mistook Shadow for Sonic once, I’m not too surprised some of them make such carless mistakes.
The fact that Shadow is smiling in the thumbnail already makes me love your portrayal of him in this show.
@@loopydoop6033 I never assumed he would be jolly and happy. I just assumed he wouldn’t be a complete asshole and he would be willing to work with Sonic.
*DAMN* , he really is!
@@KAllan-yp4gt exactly how his real character is not so edgy like the recent shadow
I love this shadow the hedgehog more
I hope they bring his character like this somday
This series is seriously like a love letter to Sonic fans, I can’t express how much I love it
Fr thank u Emi
yo ur a sonic fan never wouldve thought
GUN dude: “No rules; no protocol…”
Shadow: “Y-… you’re really gonna say that? Right to my face? Oh boy, you about to learn today.”
"Honey, you got a big storm coming."
When the new guy doesn’t even bother to learn what or who his own boss is
GUN dude: "Daddy is out on a mission, so I can do whatever I want!"
Shadow: "Allow me to introduce you to Daddy 2.0, SON!"
Shadow: ARTHUR GET OUT OF THE TANK
GUN Soldier: Your not my dad
I bet Shadow laughing internally when they had the gall to say that, lol. They quite LITERALLY didn't know who they were talking to (which you can partially excuse, due to the main one being a newby to GUN, but the other two are even bigger fools).
I cannot get enough of that exchange between Shadow and the GUN soldiers.
"Tell me... what is my name?"
"Who cares? What does your name have to do with our superior?"
"Because you're *talking to him.*"
Beautiful.
I gotta remember that one!
Am I the only one who pictures Shadow saying that with teeth bared?
r/IAMtheManager
*Surprised Pikachu face*
This is more then nostalgia and references. This is who the characters should be. This is how they should act. This is Sonic. This is Tails. *THIS IS SHADOW* These are the characters who taught me so much growing up. And hearing them be written this way one more time was enough to bring me to tears.
Don’t forget our evill genius. He peaked in this once again too
And as for Shadow well he is just who he should be a calm and wise protector yes PROTECTOR not the one who wants to show the world how strong he is.And I love his chemistry with Sonic
This honestly feels like the best continuation of the Adventure universe.
The 3rd movie might get shadow right hopefully
4:06 " YOU THINK THIS IS A GAME, BOY?"
Naw, this a Dreamcast.
I honestly like that joke.
Best. Joke. Ever.
It’s Sonic Adventures 3 for Dream Cast
Jason wasnt around in the Dreamcast era tho
Dream-cast
Shadow being general for GUN, tho? And him remembering his promise to Maria? Now, that’s what I call character development
I LOVED Shadow so much in this!
Jason's voice is simply the best for him
That's the shadow we know and love. Modern shadow is just a vegeta wannabe edgelord
@@crichie21 And he’s freaking careless., isn’t it what Shadow didn’t love in Sonic?
I was smiling the whole episode!! Not only was Jason’s Shadow a treat to hear again, but Shadow’s character is the way it should be and not overly edgy. I loved the twist of him actually being a GUN superior. Those GUN soldiers are in for a load of trouble from him!
Keep up the great work!!
Me too!
Agreed the badass, serious, and strong shadow returned
Love that detail, Shadow’s really been moving through the ranks (least in this series).
Hope that this shadow is in the third movie
This is the true Shadow the hedgehog. He's actually committed to saving the world rather than being some edgelord trying to prove he's better than everyone.
Exactly. Hopefully the 3rd movie will get him right
They made the character of Shadow right as he remembers Maria's promise and he is also GUN Commander. Sonic 06 Shadow has always been my favourite . I missed this Shadow sooo much and I am glad that Jason voiced him instead of another voice actor.
Yes our calm protector is back not Edgy the hedgy
Hoping the 3rd movie might get his character right
@@tetsuyatsurugi9250 yeah the serious, intelligent, passionate, heroic character right here
They also brought back his sense of humor from Heroes that was largely absent from 06
Years later and it honestly sounds like Jason never left. He settled back in to his Shadow voice nicely
Feels satisfying hearing Shadow act more calm and in control after years of the "Mr Edgy" portrayal that Sega has been pushing in the games and even the IDW comic.
Jason did a great job acting Shadow here.
Yeah, shadow its litteraly the definition of JERK right now
@@mrpocho7676 and Vegeta faker
@@tetsuyatsurugi9250 pretty much yeah
Yeah shadow is a calm, intelligent, heroic,compassionate character not a vegeta wannabe
*The return of the king.*
_However,_ this doesn't mean that the other Shadow voices are bad, its just that Jason Griffith's Shadow is the one that people tend to think of when they think of Shadow the Hedgehog
I disagree I feel like OG fans definitely prefer David Humphrey . Respectfully.
_Eh,_ to each their own!
@@Raiz136 absolutely
@@rdkoplays5046 Who's that?
@@CosmicSponge2004he's the voice actor for Shadow in Sonic Heroes.
Sega seriously needs to reconsider bringing back Jason Griffith as Shadow. He is the definitive voice.
Of course Shadow’s character here is how HE SHOULD BE and not some edgy Vegeta Clone. Thanks Emi for this project
EXACTLY thank u
I don't know why they didn't keep jason as shadow
The new voice for shadow isn't my favorite
This is due to Jason and the other voices cast for those times being in 4kids VA cast for sonic x dub
Sega and 4kids agreed on a contract to let Sega use 4kids sonic x VA for their games
Later on the contract expired hence why Jason is no longer exist for sonic and prob why we have new voice actors.
@@heatnova yes even though Sega wanted to have 4kids in contract with them for 5 years doesn’t mean it’s not possible they can come back especially Jason he is great for the sonic characters and he is the sonic everyone likes and he is the perfect person that is not so expensive for Sega so I think he can still exist as being the sonic characters again and he always exist as sonic for me
Tbh anyways I think kirk is a good VA for shadow
The only problem I see with it is Sega making shadow edgy instead of serious and having a care for the world
Try to imagine kirk with the lines shadow said in this video and you might see what I mean
Why does this feel like a Sonic game. Jason and Ryan are the ultimate duo
It’s SA3
Shadow was originally gonna be voiced by Ryan but Ryan decided to bring his Buddy David
@@mason2978 u mean by David Ryan never played shadow lol
@@Joliedesuu just like how Jason played Sonic and Shadow. Ryan was gonna play Sonic and Shadow but Ryan decided to bring his friend David to voice Shadow.
@@Joliedesuu Actually Ryan did do a couple lines for Shadow during the Finalhazard battle in Adventure 2 when David wasn’t available!
3:11 Jason Griffith saying Chaos Control again set shivers down my spine
“Death to all who oppose me!” “Chaos Blast!” “Damn, not here!”
After the Chaos Control line, other ones started to sink in again. The nostalgia… :(
Looks like Jason enjoys coming back as Shadow.
😍😩
@@Joliedesuu Facing Ryan again.
@@GeneralHeavy He never faced Ryan's Sonic before lol David Humphrey's Shadow did.
All of them
Ikr they should've kept him as shadow because the current one sounds a little off.
"It all starts with this... a jewel containing the ultimate power..." Hearing Jason say that made me smile!
Jason Griffith! The BEST Shadow the Hedgehog VA Ever! Hands Down. Whenever he uses any Chaos abilities. Sounds so meaningful.
THIS is the take we've needed to see with Shadow's development. Shadow was never Sonic's enemy, Sonic got _in the way_ of Shadow's mixed motives but he still fought along side him numerous times FOR THE WORLD. Nowadays he's just used as some background foliage which is the worst slap to the face SEGA could give us.
Sonic & friends fight with Eggman and other bosses and move on, Shadow got one game and that was it. What's he doing now? WHERE is he? What is he going through? We'll never know because they've moved on..
This isn't even official and brings me more joy than SEGA/Sonic Team could've hoped and I humbly thank you for making miserable 20+ y/o me meet with my teen self again. Credit is given where credit is due.
Yeah the true shadow character we know back then. Shadow is now a loom and gloom edgelord character.
Hope that the 3rd movie gives shadow justice to his character
@@crichie21 Seeing as the first two were incredibly successful I really can't see them messing up- or so I hope they don't.
This part of the lore for Sonic games is extremely important and the way they handled it in Shadow's game was kinda messy.
I pray they do him and Maria justice in Sonic movie 3. They've already succeeded in so much it would be a shame for them to miscalculate it now.
I honestly wish Paramount would hire Jason Griffith for the the role of Shadow again because He did such an amazing job with him and I’ve missed hearing his voice for so long! (But also lo key to spite Sega…)
I consider it officially cannon. Anything past 2009 I don't consider cannon
Jason as Shadow? I will gladly accept this as a late birthday gift. This is gonna be great.
Happy late birthday!
Happy late birthday
Happy birthday late!
Thank you! :,D
me too, my birthday was three days ago
OH MY GOD YES We are finally going to hear Jason Griffith voice
To reprise his role as the Ultimate Life Form
Its GONNA BY CRAZY
YES IT IS, LETS GO!!!
@@Joliedesuu I am all of me 🎵 here we go buddy
Here we go buddy
@@isaiahvilla6691 YESSS WHERES THAT DAMN FOURTH CHAOS EMERALD!
Let's Goo! This is gonna be 🔥
If only I could hear his Sonic again too 😔
Easily the best one. Ryan Sonic and Jason Shadow interacting is something that I've always dreamed of as a kid. Now we finally get to hear it.
Also can we just appreciate how beautifully portrayed Shadow is in this? He's NOT being an edgelord! He's behaving like he came fresh off of Sonic 06; meaning he's heroic, thoughtful, smart, but still quiet, no-nonsense and a bit snarky. Him and Sonic still bicker sure, but its in a teasing brotherly way, not out of unnecessary animosity or petty hate. Beautiful job on this, and a day before my birthday too.
Oh yeah also, that Speed Highway rap/remix... straight fire.🔥🔥🔥
Yeah shadow sounding back to his adventure-black knight attitude is great
You said it about Shadow’s portrayal... Absolutely phenomenal!
This. I don’t have to explain all of the flaws with 06’s story, but I feel like not enough people appreciate how that game perfectly nailed how Shadow’s personality should’ve been after Shadow The Hedgehog’s ending. His story’s ending in 06 perfectly shows this.
Could help but fully agree
@@Kingnorm04 tbh silvers and shadows story is soo good story wise. Then there's sonic rescuing a princess a thousand times
I LOVE what you did with Shadow's characterization.
He's clearly got rivalry between Sonic as they will butt heads but he also has authority and knows he has a promise to keep for Maria by keeping the people of the planet safe.
in these meta era dark times, hearing drummond and griffith again is just legendary.
9:20
"I am. And the three of you are in BIG trouble."
He talks to them like a counseling father. It's so edgy and hilarious. I love Jason Griffith, dude.
This is _really_ interesting: Jason Griffith is basically playing SA2 Shadow in terms of character writing.
Aka the true shadow character we have known for years not that edgelord shadow
Just getting around to leaving a comment now-- this is absolutely fantastic! Everyone did such a great job. What an all-star cast!!
Thank you so much!! 🖤
MugiMikey you should definitely animate these sonic and tails r episodes
@@sonicthehedgehog9945 oh dude holy crap
Hi, MugiMikey.
@@sonicthehedgehog9945 omg its sonic
1:46 i love how you can *feel* shadow look at sonic in utter confusion
4:28 I can just vaguely see in my head in the top left corner the words "Shadow will rememeber that"
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!
Jason's voice is just-
His Shadow voice made me fell in love with Shadow in my childhood and hearing it made me feel like those days again......
Me too
Me too!!!
This is definitely my favorite episode so far, the sa1 and sa2 references, the characterization of shadow, Ryan and Jason acting along side each other, the sound effects. I just love it.
Jason Griffith is literally *perfect* as Shadow here, he sounds so natural, i love it!... Shadow himself is also very well written here, which i greatly appreciate it
4:20 he got to laughing quick, and shut himself up even faster. 😂😂😂😂
You know, at first I was a little disappointed that David wasn't reprising Shadow after playing Knux in the first episode, but this is quite possibly Jason's best performance of the role, so natural and relaxed, only hinting at the edgy tones of yore when he gets threatening. I dig it.
It's nice hearing hear both the Ryan and Jason in the same scene; it's like two parts of my childhood at the same time. This is my favorite episode so far.
Same!!!
Hearing Jason Griffith voice Shadow again made happy on a level you'll never understand that was incredible!
It's so good now. It'd be so cool to hear them in a game again too.
This was INCREDIBLE. Jason sounds great, he’s different but still nails the character! And speaking of the character.......THIS IS THE BEST PORTRAYAL SHADOW HAS HAD IN SO LONG FOR ME. This is the character in SA2 and Heroes continuing to grow. So glad he’s still apart of G.U.N. too. I never understood why Shadow is portrayed as such an insufferable loner who can’t have any fun. This Shadow is the one that I can see bantering with Sonic in the cutscene in Heroes. This whole series has been fantastic, and I can’t wait for the next episode. Everyone involved in the making of these..... you guys have done great work. Thank you!
Yeah return of the serious, heroic, badass shadow. Kirk doesn't make a good shadow voice, he sounds like an emo
@@crichie21 so agree with u guys Jason is fire as shadow
Hope the 3rd movie gets shadow right
Also 06
SUCH A BOP! 4:53 Amazing stuff guys!
“what does your name have to do with our commanding officer??”
“because you’re *talking to him”*
_YO_
that was lowkey hype ngl
That was amazing 🤣
That made me laugh so hard 😂😂😂
These fools are SO fired!!!! XD
And all I can imagine is Sonic with this "WAT B*TCH YOU A GENERAL??? ...NICE" face in the background.
Hearing Ryan's sonic and Jason's shadow in one place is gonna be wild as hell but I'm happy to hear jason shadow again lol
Me too 😍
Same. Modern shadow is an emo character
@@crichie21 by that u mean 2010+
@@mason2978 yeah the current shadow played by Kirk
@@crichie21 my favorite is David Humphrey, and it's a huge L they didnt use Jennifer Douillard in episode 3
Ryan Drummond’s sonic and Jason Griffith’s shadow together just works and it’s something I never thought I’d hear
Jason Griffith teaches us yet again that you do not mess with Shadow or his comrades or else you'd suffer the consequences. I'm so happy Shadow's back!
Seriously it's nice to get 06 Shadow. His best character moments were in that game.
Yeah Kirk doesn't make a good shadow voice
@@crichie21 Yeah, even though he IMPROVED his Shadow voice in Sonic Forces.
@@DarkShadowX9 yes he did improve his voice a bit better in forces he still sounds like an emo
Hopefully the 3rd movie might get his character right
I feel like the people who still say Ryan Drummond isn't able to properly voice Sonic anymore for a future game only watched the first episode of this audio series where he was much rustier at the voice. With a quality script and a great voice director, I'm 100% certain he can do Sonic justice in a hypothetical future game. In fact, I would absolutely be on board if he rerecorded his lines in an Adventure 1 and Adventure 2 remake.
That's definitely my biggest hope from the 27th's Sonic announcements.
@@fizzyfuzz5878 This unfortunately aged poorly. 😔
@@josepha4161 Very, lol. Let's just hope that Pontac and Graff don't come back at all.
@@leonardoalvarenga7572 I'm glad they're gone :) hope Sonic Frontier is good
"Adios, Shadow The Hedgehog" is what Sonic says in the end of Japanese SA2. I love how much of a love letter this series is. Y'all are KILLING it.
Catch me with tears in my eyes EVERY SINGLE TIME Shadow talks. I miss Griffith's Shadow so badly!!
Same here
Jason Griffith as Shadow and Ryan Drummond as Sonic is the best combination! This was a fantastic episode, and absolutely worth the wait!! Can’t wait to see what’s next!!
IT'S SO GOOD TO SEE YOU AGAIN SHADOW!!!! Jason Griffith as Shadow and Ryan Drummond as Sonic are truly a blessing!
Dang, when Shadow started scolding the GUN soldiers, I couldn't get enough of it.
It just so cool imagining GUN General Shadow.
Wow this was absolutely amazing! I LIVE for this characterisation of Shadow, he sounds exactly like his Sonic 06 self in terms of personality and it’s perfect. Composed and tactical, cynical and snarky, a bit aloof and driven towards his own goal/mission but still has a kind heart deep down and is actually willing to work with others when need be. Sure he has a rivalry with Sonic but they clearly still respect each other deep down and really they just like to maybe get a little competitive, but never in a way that sacrifices helping others or saving the world, or even their friendship, or comradeship if that’s too strong a term. Just spectacular.
Also, Shadow as a GUN general that is so awesome!
Hope that the 3rd movie might get his character right
@@crichie21 I agree
Shadow really IS the ultimate life form in S&TR.
Yeah! And good thing he’s not edgy!
Nowadays he's just the edgy lifeform
@@BJSolar02 aka edgy the hedgey when he's not. A serious, heroic, intelligent, passionate person is shadow
This was amazing! Hearing Jason Griffith and Ryan Drummond together has me fanboying so much. It’s like a dream come true. Jason has still got it! Great performances. He killed it! I love his Shadow voice! I’ve missed him so much. It feels so good to hear him again after so many years. :D
Same here dude, I'm so happy, Can't wait for the rest of this series!!!
GUN operatives: *Trying to take down Sonic & Shadow.*
Shadow: *Reveals that he is their GUN superior: **8:32** to **9:24**.*
Me: It was at this moment that they knew... They f...ed up.
LMAO YES! 🤣
9:07 you can *TELL* Shadow Is giving them a Smirk when he asks them this
@@khalikcrook4868 even better is it means shadow got a promotion since the reset timeline
They are so fird
There are so fired BIG TIME!
Ryan Drummond Sonic, AND Jason Griffith Shadow!? W!!
Also when Shadow said "Chaos... BLAST!!" my Google window crashed lol. This is the ultimate power.
Shadow's characterization, mate that was refreshing
This is easily my favorite episode of Sonic and Tails R by far. Shadow definitely stole the show, and I absolutely loved his chemistry with Sonic. I've always loved the idea of them teaming up, and this episode gave me what I've been wanting from the actual games. I'm actually starting to wish that this series was canon. Thank you so much for the work you and your team did, and thank you so much for bringing back my favorite voice for my favorite Sonic character. I'm very excited to see all the different fan animations that people will most definitely make of this episode. :D
It is more canon than all neta era. It doesn’t mess with the characters at least
Jason hasn't lost his touch as Shadow! I can't wait for this! Jason is the best imo❤
Shadow is going to kill those soldiers.
Edit: Jason Griffith, dude, he will always be my favorite voice for Shadow the Hedgehog. Years later and he's still got it.
You know, Shadow joining G.U.N is like him keeping an eye on them so what happened to Maria and Gerald never happens again!
I LOVE THE WAY SHADOW IS WRITTEN HERE!!! The continuity of his newfound (after Sonic Adventure 2) protection of the world is soooo refreshing to see! And he actually seems to have a healthy rivalry with Sonic, something we don't see often. And Shadow as GENERAL is a mood! Everything in this episode was spectacular, from the writing, voice acting, sound effects, the whole shebang. You guys are doing an excellent job! Keep it up!
Shadow laying it in on those GUN agents was awesome! Stuff like that and the amazing voice acting make me even more hyped for the next episode!
Shadow's smile is me realizing the 6th episode is coming out
Same!!!
Shadow appearing right after the 4th episode, wheres that damn 4th episode?
9:52 ahhhh love that call back to the Japanese script of SA2
THANK YOU! As a fan of Shadow the Hedgehog, I am tired of him being portrayed as grumpy loner. He isn't just "Edgy the Hedgy" like how SEGA mandates him to be the Vegeta to Sonic's Goku. Seriously hearing this felt like the natural progression from Sonic 06.
Lets hope SEGA was watching and is taking notes.
@@59rlmccormack FRRRRRR @SegaAmerica
Hope that sonic 3 movie gets shadow right
9:15 it was at this moment he knew, he f'd up......
This turned out beautifully and I’m so happy to be a part of this! Being able to flex my writing muscles with some amazingly talented people is an amazing opportunity and blessing. Thank you all and I hope you enjoyed this one ❤️🤘.
*Also, I definitely didn’t intentionally be late for work today just so I could catch the premiere. I would never do that 🗿*
As an aspiring author myself, I want to say. Well fucking done, respect.
@@Parapsyche That’s amazing! I mainly wrote some of the music compositional pieces for this episode so that’s what I was referring to. If you want to thank anyone for the actual dialogue writing, it would be Emi and Doryan! I’m glad you enjoyed it tho!
@@treynobles Oh! Well, the music is all wonderful too, has been throughout the series, and All Around in particular is *not* to be overlooked. So, still respect. But thank you, Emi and Doryan too for the main show!
Not only was it great to hear Jason as Shadow again with BEAUTIFUL voice direction, but it was so nice to hear a good portrayal of the character after such a long time. You guys nailed it. Loved it.
Officer: After you escaped I was fired for violating protocol and now... I’m a security guard commander.
Sonic: HAHAHAH
Officer: ... for GUN
Sonic: ... Oh ಠ_ಠ
HAHA I love this so much XD
Me too that was funny
Hahaha ikr. Im surprised nobody else talk about that scene.
I freaking died🤣🤣🤣
I was literally laughing along with Sonic until oop- 😳
I bet sonic was on the floor laughing and as soon as the officer mentioned G.U.N,sonic's eyes turned into black dots.
"What is my name?"
"What does your name have to do with our superior?!"
"You're talking to him".
Badass.
6:18
A real Shadow looks at his versions from modern games and IDW
I really like this take on Shadow and him heading GUN instead of working for them makes more sense to me. The only thing that I wish to see more of is his rivalry with Sonic cause that's my favorite part of Shadow.
This is like a dream come true. For the longest time I always wondered how fans could have the best of both worlds, having both Ryan and Jason together on a Sonic project. I was at a loss when Ryan was no longer Sonic in my youth, though I give all credence to Jason for carrying on the torch in Sonic X and future titles from that point onward. Both of these actors are legendary in their roles and having them together like this? Well, let’s just say the kid inside my heart is having a spindash!! Welcome back Jason, long live Sonic, and thank you Emi for sharing this wonderful series with all of us. Emi as the Twin Tailed Fox, Ryan as the Blue Blur, Jason as The Ultimate Life-Form? It’s like music to my ears! This has and will always be my favorite cast for these characters, and whenever I hear them in official content this is how they’ll always resonate in my mind (comics or otherwise). I truly cannot thank you enough for revitalizing the love I have for this franchise all the more.
Stay Golden Like Super Sonic, Everybody!
This comment speaks so much. You can just tell that you’re an OG Sonic fan and it shows.
Ryan was always Sonic to me as a kid too. But, like you said, Jason did a really good job picking up that mantle when Ryan had to unfortunately (and not by his choice) leave the role.
Ryan playing Sonic and Jason playing Shadow? It’s almost synonymous how fitting this is.
We now have the OG Sonic in Ryan, teaming up with the “2nd Sonic” AKA Shadow-Jason.
It’s just perfect.
I love how these have more plot then most sonic games
Because these cares about characters and canon and the modern games… well
Shadow asking the officer what his name was so smooth....
Hearing both Ryan Drummond and Jason Griffiths as my two favorite hedgehogs again is both pure joy and nostalgia thanks for making this amazing series 👍💙🖤🦔
Oh man, that was really good! Griffith's performance was even better than his 2000s work on the games and the anime, and the story continues to impress. The small references sprinkled throughout were an added bonus.
Great work!! I'm hyped for Episode 7!
“It All Starts With This. A Jewel Containing The Ultimate Power!” AHHH SA2 reference! I LOVE IT!!
Hearing Jason as Shadow got me feeling all sorts of emotions
MAN, I LOVE Shadow in this!
This is how I've always saw him, thank you for bringing him to life!
Of course! What an honor to bring this Shadow back to you!
Man, Shadow sounded downright Menacing when he was speaking to his subordinates !! I’m impressed!!
Its so good! 🙏🏻
Jason and Ryan on the same project?! All the yes!
I can't wait ever since the first episode when I saw David Humphrey was playing knuckles I thought, wouldn't it be great if Jason came back to voice shadow. Then it happened, I heard that voice and was like is that Jason? Sure enough it was Jason and I just freaked out.
Makes me miss Jason in official Sonic games even more than I already do.
Me too
Same here
Same 😭😭😭
Sonic and Shadow dynamics is priceless, thanks for bringing them back this way 🫶💞