The Legacy Begins. The Lore of BLOOD OMEN!

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  • @dragonthatsdeadinside2203
    @dragonthatsdeadinside2203 Рік тому +121

    The joy of seeing this is indescribable.

  • @sarakennedy1592
    @sarakennedy1592 Рік тому +4

    This series is Shakespearean in its story and dialogue. A true gem. No wonder Amy Hennig credits the series has her favorite among all the games she has written.

  • @roboticgentlemen1970
    @roboticgentlemen1970 Рік тому +15

    Raziel too this day is one of my favorite characters. This series was ahead of its time.

    • @LunaP1
      @LunaP1 Рік тому

      Same. What hides beneath his decrepit frame is a deadly warrior seeking revenge for Kain's betrayal.

  • @Viryl_TV
    @Viryl_TV Рік тому +118

    Such a pain to play through, but the story, character and voice were just so good.

    • @vegaskullkid4503
      @vegaskullkid4503 Рік тому +7

      It’s also fitting given how Legacy of Kain is also in a fantasy setting

    • @Palemagpie
      @Palemagpie Рік тому +3

      Appreciate you buddy.

    • @TC-th1ey
      @TC-th1ey Рік тому +7

      I actually liked the gameplay of Blood Omen and Soul Reaver. I found the wide range of powers in Blood Omen and puzzles in Soul Reaver were enjoyable.

    • @Viryl_TV
      @Viryl_TV Рік тому +6

      @@TC-th1ey That's totally fair. I remember loving Blood Omen and SR 1&2 as a kid. Never finished Blood Omen though as I rage quite at Malek's Fortress I think. When I was playing through it I remembered why I enjoyed them, they were very unique and immersive for the time. I'm just someone that has a hard time going back to those old classics. I'm just too old and jaded probably 😅
      Also I was partially frustrated because I could see the potential the games had when I was playing through them. If there's any series that I'd like to see remastered/enhanced, it would be the LoK series.

    • @TC-th1ey
      @TC-th1ey Рік тому +1

      ​@@Viryl_TV The thing that threw me was the abrupt ending to Soul Reaver, I remember wondering whether I had completed the game correctly and searched throughout the human settlement as this seemed the obvious place to hide something. After the Chromoplast visions I assumed that there would be some kind of resolution but I had to wait almost two decades to watch a video that explained how much of the game ended up on the cutting room floor.

  • @Flippsixx
    @Flippsixx Рік тому +4

    Something I adored about this game was its expanded vocabulary. I just completed your LoZ playlist, then happened to see this one. The joy I had was immeasurable, only matched by your expert writing ability. Truly well done, I do love this series and eagerly wait to see what else you will create.

  • @imjustaturtle641
    @imjustaturtle641 Рік тому +8

    The Legacy of Kain series is one of my absolute favorites. The voice acting and writing are absolute perfection. Raziel is my favorite video game character, UNF I’m so hyped.

  • @christophermire3872
    @christophermire3872 Рік тому +13

    One of the best stories I've ever played. Such rich voice acting you'll never find anywhere else. Thank you Tip Toe!

    • @JonnyRottenn__
      @JonnyRottenn__ Рік тому +2

      The story, the voice, acting, and I loved that all the items were given an interesting lore. Blood Omen was so good.

  • @georgethomas4567
    @georgethomas4567 Рік тому +30

    Easily one of my favorite game series. Shame it seems to have been forgotten and left to die. Would kill for a reboot of the series.

    • @MinecraftMartin
      @MinecraftMartin Рік тому +3

      I feel like we'll see it again eventually. Not gonna expect it to ever feel the same, but will be happily surprised if it does.
      Great game and story telling

    • @DamazViccar
      @DamazViccar Рік тому +1

      I’d make do with a novel.

    • @MinecraftMartin
      @MinecraftMartin Рік тому +1

      @@DamazViccar If I knew how to read I'd say the same

  • @TheBucknative
    @TheBucknative Рік тому +14

    Played the hell outta this when it came out on PS1. I was not prepared.....it was bloody glorious.

  • @ornu01
    @ornu01 Рік тому +6

    Hosanna, one of the best series explained by one of the best explainers!

  • @judahtownsend2195
    @judahtownsend2195 Рік тому +21

    This just made me happy as hell! It's my favorite video game series of all time. I know this lore inside and out and hearing you tell this story has literally been the video I wanted most since I found your channel. Thank you thank you thank you!

    • @gundamheavyarms4879
      @gundamheavyarms4879 Рік тому

      There's a channel called Strictly Fantasy that also covers Legacy of Kain lore. They're the best at it IMHO.

  • @n543576
    @n543576 Рік тому +3

    I've rewatched all the cutscenes for every single one of these games numerous times and now my favorite lore queen is doing a full blown breakdown of the series!!
    I can't wait, although I never owned these games before the voice acting and characters are some of the best even now.

  • @MrVentus91
    @MrVentus91 Рік тому +10

    I am unironically so happy Tip got a sponsor 🎉
    Fantastic video as always. Been curious about this series

  • @PWizz91
    @PWizz91 Рік тому +2

    Came across your channel ages ago and I’m surprised you have smashed that 100k subs mark! Your content is great!

  • @rishoh
    @rishoh Рік тому +2

    YES! I've always been curious about the LOK series, But I could never find a story explanation that didn't put me to slee, or was 5 hours per game. Woot!

  • @kwititnow
    @kwititnow Рік тому +2

    Loved this game , lore and vid , well done! I liked how some of the quotes made it into the narrative, I still quote this game occasionally and even ran a TTRPG set after Defiance, were the party went out looking for the newly born scions of the pillars but took influence from all the games, even the Nosgoth battle arena ones. I can't remember a game so subtly steering you to 'there are two choices, but you know which one you will end up cannon.' The voice acting show Kain feels more and more used, and getting more and more fed up. And lastly: 'Poor Nuraptor, I knew him well... Well, not really' Anyways see you on Twitch - Grim

  • @hansdieter8801
    @hansdieter8801 Рік тому +3

    That was fantastic. I have seen so much lore Videos bout Legacy of Kain, but this has to be the most clear one

  • @DeusExAngelo
    @DeusExAngelo Рік тому +8

    As a huge LoK fan, you’ve summoned me forth by releasing this video. I have but one thing to say to you, TipToe.
    *VAE VICTIS!*
    I hope this means you’re scheming to cover the rest of the series following as well. Perhaps we’ll never see another entry in this masterful series after Defiance, but that doesn’t mean the series and it’s compelling characters have been forgotten.
    I also welcome any new fans who watch this video and interested in this series. You can find the whole LoK franchise on places like GoG or Steam (save for the original Blood Omen in the latter’s case) for dirt cheap. Yet the games, characters, and story are anything but.
    Perhaps with enough new fans, the series may make a comeback…and thus defy the tyrannous stars.

    • @Viryl_TV
      @Viryl_TV Рік тому

      Based on the recent poll by Crystal Dynamics that had overwhelming results (they expected maybe 1000 surveys but got 10's of thousands), I think there's a good chance we'll see another entry into to the franchise.

    • @DeusExAngelo
      @DeusExAngelo Рік тому +1

      @@Viryl_TV To quote Kain himself:
      “More powerful than the sword that now held his soul, more acute even than the vision that his sacrifice had accorded me. *The first, bitter taste of that terrible illusion: hope.”*
      I saw that, and while I want to be excited…I’ve seen how many modern reboots and new entries in a franchise have been handled. Especially for series that don’t have as a complex and ambitious narrative as LoK does.
      I fear it will be handed over to people who don’t really know or particularly care about characters, story, and spirit of the original franchise.
      If Amy Hennig comes out of retirement to head to lead and finish the story, that would put me mostly at ease.

    • @jamesc2201
      @jamesc2201 Рік тому

      Woe Unto the Conquered.

  • @SamuraiMujuru
    @SamuraiMujuru Рік тому +1

    "Alas, poor Nupraptor, I knew him well...
    ...Well, not really."

  • @cosmepantin5191
    @cosmepantin5191 Рік тому +6

    I love this series and your storytelling. Thank you for making this video, keep up the god work!

  • @bill5974
    @bill5974 Рік тому +1

    The greatest story in gaming, bar none.

  • @germanbuenrostroestrada4747
    @germanbuenrostroestrada4747 Рік тому +3

    This game and storyline: Legacy of Kain Blood Omen in particular, depicts a story as a Tragedy. Stories/ tragedies the climax of a story, as in high renaissance parting, would depict the climax of the art. This game, voice acting, and everything about it is pure art. From the opening dialogues to the top view gameplay and cut scenes, every square inch was well developed. If a movie series/game remaster would be casted, get ready for a renaissance of the Legacy Of Kain.

  • @Carnax6969
    @Carnax6969 Рік тому +1

    It's been so long since I've played these games, I absolutely love the story and lore of LoK and SR. I remember going through a phase of talking in that poetic way the dialog is written when I was younger.

  • @awkwardoddballcreations1074
    @awkwardoddballcreations1074 Рік тому +8

    I’ve never heared of this game but thanks to you I love the lore 🎉

    • @Batman_83
      @Batman_83 Рік тому

      The lore goes so much deeper upon each sequel, Soul Reaver 1, 2 and Defiance. Also Blood Omen 2 is a between and also a finale. It's easily confusing if you don't find the proper lore.

  • @tonysack-a-titanite7497
    @tonysack-a-titanite7497 Рік тому +2

    Holy crap- Tiptoe got TASTE

  • @joshuadaniel6866
    @joshuadaniel6866 Рік тому +6

    One of my favorite series, im so excited. Thank you!!!

  • @vegaskullkid4503
    @vegaskullkid4503 Рік тому +2

    WOO! LEGACY OF KAIN and a cool new intro graphic. My excitement, IT PEAKS!

  • @sXeScythe
    @sXeScythe Рік тому +4

    LET'S GOOOOOO!!! I love this game series,. Thank you for creating this video!

  • @charlesmaclellan8124
    @charlesmaclellan8124 Рік тому +1

    Great watch, other than how you pronounced Mortanius. Drove me a little bit crazy lol.
    Love this franchise though. Played SR 1, 2, Defiance, and BO2 till the end countless times in my teenage years.
    Can't wait for Raziels story.

  • @Pinstripe105
    @Pinstripe105 Рік тому +11

    After you said "The Heart of Darkness" all I heard was Cain saying *The Heart of Darkness*

    • @Viryl_TV
      @Viryl_TV Рік тому +4

      "The Heart of Darkness" and "Vae Victis!" Haunt my dreams

  • @Gunbomber
    @Gunbomber Рік тому +9

    The franchise devolved so much through the years, but Kain and Razie were so great!

    • @TC-th1ey
      @TC-th1ey Рік тому

      I would say RIP Raziel, but with his eventual fate I doubt his rest would be peaceful.

  • @cuddlequeen3225
    @cuddlequeen3225 Місяць тому +1

    Incredibly well told. I'm still a bit confused because this story is honestly quite convoluted but understanding how Kain came to be the sole guardian ruling over Nosgoth is interesting. I wanted to know the backstory leading up to Soul Reaver but I wasn't having fun really playing Blood Omen for myself so this video is an Elder God-send. Now I can journey into Soul Reaver with more of an understanding of what lead up to these events.

  • @fetteredfey
    @fetteredfey Рік тому +2

    Yay! I can't wait to listen to this🖤🦇,sadly work first

  • @yadiggems
    @yadiggems Рік тому +1

    Head Cannon: Janos Audron (The 10th guardian and the original owner of the soul reaver) gave William "the just," the soul reaver when the curse of vampirism was too much for him too handle. Janos Feeling that William was the only human capable of protecting the human race. but then William becomes the nemesis which starts the vampire genocide, which causes Vorador too kill ariel sending nupraptor into madness, which causes the destruction of the pillars.

  • @JotunnMeister3222
    @JotunnMeister3222 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for your work it’s a pleasure to rewatch the story of the legacy of kain saga ! Can’t wait for the soul reaver video

  • @vhsonacomeback
    @vhsonacomeback Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much for adding this to the list and doing this.

  • @kodymcbanks1
    @kodymcbanks1 8 місяців тому +1

    This is great! I’m a huge LOK fan. I can’t believe UA-cam hasn’t recommended this to me until now. Usually I watch either the full games or all the cut scenes. Unless I was breakdowns then I watch strictly fantasy but now I have to watch all of your videos.

    • @Viryl_TV
      @Viryl_TV 8 місяців тому +1

      Welcome in. Sometimes the algorithm works it seems. Enjoy that content binge.

  • @VerianMinaith
    @VerianMinaith Рік тому +1

    My first entry to this series was Soul Reaver. I did go back and play this one, I appreciate it gave rise to the rest but it's a bit rough. I am excited to see the remainder of this series though, it is one of my favorites. I still hope, one day, we may get further games in this world but it's just a hope...

  • @CallMeEvans
    @CallMeEvans Рік тому

    I’ve been waiting for this one ever since I started watching this channel. I swear, no one comes close to how well she explains the lore in these games.

  • @nathalievanbellegem5313
    @nathalievanbellegem5313 Рік тому +1

    I’ve never been so happy to hear a raid shadow legends add before, congrats on the sponsor tip!

  • @meeshiebeans
    @meeshiebeans Рік тому

    The world needs to see/hear your videos. It’s criminal that your numbers aren’t way way up. Thanks again for your outstanding work tiptoe

  • @garysuarez9614
    @garysuarez9614 Рік тому

    The Elder God demands sacrifice!
    You will cut down the largest pillar of the Circle WITH...
    A HERRING!
    Seriously, great topic, please continue.

  • @Jish-Abides
    @Jish-Abides Рік тому +1

    I was seriously wondering when you would get to this one, absolutely amazing story made even better now that you're covering it!

  • @Nine-Ball
    @Nine-Ball Рік тому +3

    Such an amazing series

  • @reaper_panda994
    @reaper_panda994 Рік тому +1

    I always forget about the Sega Dreamcast but I remember having a demo for one of these games for it

  • @MikeFrench101
    @MikeFrench101 Рік тому

    Great video!
    I forgot the Hilden was in this at the end. Been decades since I've played this. Really hope they continue the series

  • @Duckathin
    @Duckathin Рік тому +2

    Hell yea tiptoe! I'm here for it

  • @MintyCow101
    @MintyCow101 4 місяці тому

    GREATEST SERIES IN THE WORL, your awesome for covering it!!

  • @Whirl435
    @Whirl435 Рік тому

    OMG my favourite game series! Can't wait for you to delve into the time travelling eldritch madness of LOK's lore

  • @DeusExAngelo
    @DeusExAngelo Рік тому +25

    Also second comment, and wanted to suggest a clarification/correction regarding one lore detail:
    The Elder God may not have created the Wheel Of Fate. Even Raziel suggests this might the case. It’s highly possible the Elder God latched himself into the Wheel Of Fate like a parasite.
    Turning it into an otherwise natural and positive part of Nosgoth’s existence into a wellspring by which he could empower and engorge himself.
    I’m inclined to believe this is the case as for all the being’s immense power, he’s neither omnipotent, omniscient, or omnipresent. He only the gives the illusion of such.
    So the next question is, then who created the Wheel Of Fate if that’s the case? Well, that may never be revealed to us and perhaps was always meant to be a mystery. While we learn of Nosgoth’s ancient history and mythology, none of it point to it’s point of origin or originator. Though maybe it never needed or was intended to have one.
    Or the Elder God did his best to obfuscate or erase records of that most ancient time. It’d be well within his character to do so. Especially to maintain his power and control.

    • @1ofthe3
      @1ofthe3 Рік тому +2

      Your thoughts are accurate, the elder god only thrived off the souls of Nosgoth, the wheel of fate is just a metaphor. Unless Amy confirms otherwise, the elder had no control over the natural powers that sustained the world but, could intervene the balance and in that, he did. Literally and figuratively. He was very much a parasite to the world; we witness his growth in SR2 as Raziel traveled through time and even accused the elder that as the world fell in to madness, corruption and war, the elder appeared to be the only being to thrive.
      The elder intervened with the balance of the world and loathed Kain’s existence all due to Kain being the balance guardian that was prophesied to bring back the balance that the elder knew full well what it meant. Kain is destined to defeat the the Elder and now that Crystal Dynamics has their full rights to the story, I’m fervently hoping to see Amy return to shed more light to the mysteries we’ve been left with for two decades and, to finally see balance return to Nosgoth in the most eloquent story telling fashion Legacy of Kain has been yet to be topped by!

    • @arx3516
      @arx3516 10 місяців тому +1

      The wheel of fate probably always existed, it's probably like space-time and gravity in our universe, a fundamental aspect of the universe of Nosgoth. And the Elder God seems to be a bit omniscient, as his knowledge doesn't seem affected by changes in the timeline, I mean, Raziel travels back in time and when he encounters the EG they continue the conversation they had in the future. It's the same kind of omniscience that Moebius has. Maybe the EG is able to syphon the power from the pillar of time.

    • @usamazahid3882
      @usamazahid3882 2 місяці тому

      That's exactly what fellow UA-camr Strictly Fantasy pointed out.

  • @eszrah5129
    @eszrah5129 Рік тому +2

    I loved these games, so good.

  • @lordmortos979
    @lordmortos979 10 місяців тому

    Great video! Its so hard to wrap your head around legacy of kain lore, im suprised you explained it so coherently.

  • @Kaiju-Driver
    @Kaiju-Driver Рік тому

    One of my favorite channels talking about my all time favorite video game what a good day

  • @demetriusmccray1574
    @demetriusmccray1574 Рік тому

    I’m watching later today but I have to say, thank you so much for covering this game. I really hope we get something from its universe in the future

  • @Ormagoden39
    @Ormagoden39 Рік тому +2

    AYO!?! LET'S GO!!!

  • @ericcalm9924
    @ericcalm9924 Рік тому

    Tyrion Lannister: Schemes and Plots are the same thing.
    As always very enjoyable

  • @arx3516
    @arx3516 10 місяців тому

    The thing that sets apart LoK from many other fantasy franchises is the sheer scope of the struggle.

  • @TerryB01
    @TerryB01 Рік тому +2

    Yee-haw more lore! :D

  • @canadian_american84
    @canadian_american84 Рік тому

    You have the most loceble voice, and you must have the best mic out there because it's crystal clear!

  • @stevebrooks8875
    @stevebrooks8875 4 місяці тому

    This is the greatest story a game has ever seen hard to believe it started 5 generations of console ago.

  • @Hector_Munday
    @Hector_Munday Рік тому

    You are THE ELDER GOD for this one, Tiptoe. So glad for you doing this game. ❤❤❤

  • @harakkka897
    @harakkka897 Рік тому

    YEESSSS OMG MY FAVE GAME SERIES!!! Thank you so much for making these 🩷

  • @lukemckenna
    @lukemckenna Рік тому +2

    Love seeing this, makes me sad the story will never finish though 😔

  • @kylehogan2247
    @kylehogan2247 Рік тому

    YESSSS, thanks mates for getting to this

  • @eriveltonlima8248
    @eriveltonlima8248 Рік тому

    This is the amount of damage that an ideology can cause, once it is never rooted on reality. Thoughout their whole lives almost all the characters of this story believed everything they were told, even the oldest and wisest of them. Observation of the world around us and accepting facts, no matter how terrible they are, is the only way to protect ourselves from manipulation. I think this is the message this story is trying to pass on to us.
    From all the videos covering this series for far, yours has been the best, lady. You have been able to explain everything others could not. Keep on with the good work, for you got one more subscriber🤝👏👏👏👏

  • @arx3516
    @arx3516 10 місяців тому

    I'd like to add a detail to the lore: It looks like Moebius and Mortanius are ageless, probably a side effect of being the guardians of time and death. Moebius also omniscient as he knows present, past and future all at once.

  • @VenomRivera666
    @VenomRivera666 Рік тому

    "Never in my life have I needed something so much, and never known until I received it. "

  • @joseroa5243
    @joseroa5243 Рік тому

    Your narrative prose Is astounding

  • @marcamusprime9513
    @marcamusprime9513 Рік тому

    Raid is a perfect sponsor for your channel

  • @Yorabasura
    @Yorabasura Рік тому

    This is a unexpected surprise! And I'm happy for it. Thank you😁

  • @AleXelerate8
    @AleXelerate8 Рік тому

    Id always though the Kain series had one of the best non-cinema vampire lore stories out there. It can even stand right next to Bram Stoker or John carpenter movies for lore. Imagine if they directed a new movie for the series...

  • @rayray6490
    @rayray6490 Рік тому

    I remember playing a short bootleg demo. This was a very special game indeed

  • @jameslewin7000
    @jameslewin7000 Рік тому

    This would make one heck of a movie plot if done correctly as explained, could you imagine a Peter Jackson movie of this?

  • @curtisclarke-jones4027
    @curtisclarke-jones4027 Рік тому +1

    Oh yes, but this is going to be so many parts

  • @KezefTheDead
    @KezefTheDead Рік тому

    At long last! The best video game story ever conceived. 😌

  • @shoresy6943
    @shoresy6943 Рік тому +1

    Please do "Valkyrie Profile." You'll love the story.

    • @Viryl_TV
      @Viryl_TV Рік тому

      I did love Valkyrie Profile back in the day when I played through it. I'll add it to the list 👌

    • @shoresy6943
      @shoresy6943 Рік тому

      @@Viryl_TV ❤️❤️❤️ I'll be waiting. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @gundamheavyarms4879
    @gundamheavyarms4879 Рік тому

    Love that this got in my recommended feed; I'm now subscribed! 🙂

  • @VincoMalus
    @VincoMalus Рік тому

    Breathtakingly beautiful analysis/&dissection of my favorite game of all time📽👏🏿

  • @that1otherJake
    @that1otherJake Рік тому +2

    Yay! 😊

  • @enochgraham4957
    @enochgraham4957 Рік тому +1

    Yay you got sponsored!!!!

  • @Flanavision
    @Flanavision Рік тому

    Great job with this video. Thank you so much.

  • @edwinstrikedown4454
    @edwinstrikedown4454 Рік тому

    Oh man now this is a awesome surprise I have been a fan since the dead space lore vids and now this oh boy I'm in for a wild and outstanding ride indeed 😀

  • @mattbryant8320
    @mattbryant8320 Рік тому +1

    I can’t believe this franchise has been forgotten and neglected for so long.

  • @tequilawhiskey
    @tequilawhiskey Рік тому

    Oh boy any love LoK can get im 110% ready

  • @TheZoobZoobs
    @TheZoobZoobs Рік тому

    Awwww yeah tiptoe! Thanks a million!

  • @Fintago
    @Fintago Рік тому

    Your videos always improve my day!

  • @emperortrevornorton3119
    @emperortrevornorton3119 Рік тому

    I only have one thing to say about the series even if you don't like the games the lore is so deep you could drown in it and I would love a animated movie based on the property

  • @apple8464
    @apple8464 Рік тому

    Kain has a tendency not to question a lot huh

  • @druuudruuu6804
    @druuudruuu6804 2 дні тому

    Still the best story i ever seen in a game.

  • @satansjihad6353
    @satansjihad6353 Рік тому

    Thank you so much.

  • @spiritcabriolant849
    @spiritcabriolant849 Рік тому

    Great video ^^ if you don't mention the non canonical blood omen 2, it'll be perfect ^^ waitting for the next video ;)

  • @silviolupo
    @silviolupo Рік тому

    So well told, awesome work!

  • @cfogarty07
    @cfogarty07 Рік тому +1

    Please do the mass effect series 🙏🏻

    • @Viryl_TV
      @Viryl_TV Рік тому

      You'll be happy to hear that it's been suggested before and is on the list 👌

  • @lordhades9759
    @lordhades9759 Рік тому

    Soul Reaver games are amazing! So looking forward to it

  • @chronocafe3212
    @chronocafe3212 Рік тому

    Great video!!!! loved it!! Nice lore choice too! there is no greater story in video games than the Legacy of Kain series. Instant like, subscribe, and comment from me

  • @Go_deeper_Distance
    @Go_deeper_Distance Рік тому

    I'm sooo excited for this one.

  • @somerandomschmuck2547
    @somerandomschmuck2547 Рік тому +2

    Wait, so why wasn’t a new balance guardian born the moment Kain died, or is there a grace period for resurrection?

  • @TheAwsumFunk
    @TheAwsumFunk Рік тому +1

    I love all things LoK!

  • @nickkelly3199
    @nickkelly3199 Рік тому

    Love your content Tip, I would love if you spoke a bit slower similar to you earlier videos it's hard to keep up sometimes especially if I'm sleepy

  • @nicholasfurious9694
    @nicholasfurious9694 Рік тому

    Wonderful retelling.