"If she doesn't care about anything then there's nothing to manipulate... against her." Oh boy, that hit a little close to home. Honestly caught me by surprise.
Ok so the essay itself is great. But can we talk about this person's fantastic taste in soundtracks? Omori? Hollow Knight? Sis Puella Madoka Magica? Avsolutely based.
Having watched this essay twice now, I can't wait for your big Rule of Rose video. I'm so glad you took your time to extend empathy towards the other children in the orphanage, much like the game does, despite them having done some truly horrible things to Jennifer and to each other. I've sadly seen many people who talk about this game only in terms of "wow, here's why children (and usually girls) are awful and cruel and inhuman creatures" without even mentioning the fact that they've been absolutely failed by every adult in their lives. Thank you so much for your work on this!
@@madeline569 Moral Orel said it best in that one "lost episode": "I think it's because niceness doesn't happen too much around here. So it feels odd when niceness does happen, and it feels so odd that it's unnatural. Maybe even wrong. Maybe being nice here feels dirty." In a world such as ours, where cruelty can be expected as a normal response from others, empathy is, unfortunately, sometimes a rare and alien thing.
I think getting so caught up in a fictional character can be difficult for some people too. There's a important line between finding part of yourself in a character and wanting to become them. As you mention, people are not stories; I know this was difficult for me personally. Why can't I just act one way and stick to it? Why doesn't my personality fit into a neat little bubble like my favorite characters? It's something I struggled with for a long time, realizing that one story does not make you but thousands, even millions do was an eye opener. The complexity of the self is truly mind boggling. I think rule of the rose captures it really well, it's an adventure of the self that's a bit confusing as it's not from your own perspective. I think that's partially why people like having simple explanations for their emotions; the self is already so complex, adding emotions makes it incomprehensible. But emotions are important, an integral part of ourselves. Inside out really captures it in such a simple way. Emotions are often mixtures of multiple that can lead to something entirely new, and sadness and joy are basically 2 mirrors facing each other; they don't exist without the other. Very brilliant video, my favorite quote was "cooperation is our greatest asset; we're social creatures".
wow, this happened to me too. As a young bookroom I was so confused when thinking about my personality, wondering why I reacted 'unlike myself' in certain situations, wondering why I didn't fit in a neat little box like all the characters I'd read about, wondering 'who' I really was. Only after I grew up a little did I realise that people (including me) are complicated and that we can't all be put into limited categories.
I don't think I've ever thought of myself as acting out of character like that, but I have had a different "reality v fiction" problem: sometimes, if I read a story with a character I really identify with in it, there's a part of me that will later reference the character's memories as if they are my own. I know it's not real, I can tell, I'm not psychotic, but it's still jarring and unsettling to realize the situation I'm worried about isn't real, that the event I just referenced never happened. Empathy gone too far, I guess.
As someone who suffers from OCD (scrupulosity to be exact) this video really resonated with me. OCD makes it extremely difficult to have your own sense of who you are, it’s always trying to sell you a different story.
"It is finished, it is done. You can't take loved away." MAN holy hell that quote has been rattling around in my head since I first read it. absolute banger of a video essay, I'm glad I found this channel.
I laughed so hard when I spotted the 'I am so normal about this' under 'Rule of Rose' Thank you for, again, sharing your perspective in such a thought provoking and moving way. A lot has changed in my life in the past few months and you said some things I really needed to hear. It's always fucked me up how I will never be able to truly understand another person, no matter how hard I try. I've managed to consume a lot of media that has changed the way I view life and people in the past 2 weeks (I highly recommend citizen sleeper if you haven't played it yet) and this video perfectly fits in with those. I was also happy to see how well your bloodborne video is doing now and wish you a great year :)
Rule of Rose is one of my favorite games of all time. I don’t think we have had many games that compare in its effectiveness in showing the female victim experience. Often many victims DO cope by becoming a tormentor, but is rarely viewed with compassion or empathy in video game plots. I struggle with the games mechanics, so I am good with my one playthrough, but anytime a video analysis crosses my page I get so happy! This game deserves so much more attention.
It is indeed "funny", and on closer inspection a downright unnerving concept how much our minds construct narratives and fill in the blanks. The Mandela Effect in full swing. I myself just had to wrestle with this concept with an event my mind was absolutely adamant happened in "sometime summer 2023" BUT upon inspection of raw undeniable data (discord messages with literal minute-sharp timestamps) happened near halloween 2022. That's how quickly some narrative distortion in one's mind can happen.
Brains are so odd... every time you recall a memory you change it slightly which is horrifying. Not even consciously, just the way you're feeling can impact the next time you recall it so everything distorts over time. It's fascinating but also, y'know, a little terrifying. Everything becomes echoes of itself but that's why I really like stories about amnesiacs and repression I think haha (Rule of Rose, Omori, A Space for the Unbound etc) I wasn't expecting to find it somewhere like Inside Out but here we are!
I've just stumbled across your channel from your Bloodborne video and just wanted to say how impressive your insight into these topics is. Also your ability to write your thoughts into an emotionally captivating story truly is second to none. You had me genuinely in tears while you were talking about inside out. I can't remember the last time I cried before that. Thank you Honey Bat, I hope you had a good new years, can't wait to see how far you continue to grow.❤
All I can really say in response to this is that it reminds me of something I heard once where someone told me that we see ourselves one way and everyone else sees ourselves in other ways and no matter what we do, there will always be different versions of ourselves out there and that's what makes humans truly weird.
I'm definitely going to leave a comment once I'm all done watching this essay but I just have to say that the Nona jumpscare at 20:05 grabbed me by the god damn throat
A FRAGILE DREAMS: GOODBYE RUINS OF THE MOON REFERENCE? Alright. You got me. This an amazing analysis of multiple different properties i love, and it's so layered and textured, and i really appreciate that.
Every time I hear about RoR it sounds like such a unique and compelling game. But it also sounds like a game I'd totally hate playing lol (the animal deaths alone would put me off). So I'm very grateful there are writers like you to thoughtfully explore and analyze it. I still get to appreciate the ideas that a great game has to offer
This channel is a hidden gem. I have watched the NeiR humanity series so many times. I'm looking forward to more videos! In the meantime I might just have to find myself an emulator copy of Rule of Rose...
i knew this was the perfect video to keep my attention when i saw “i am so normal about this” in the thumnail. just the amount of normal needed in any video, yup yup
I have always felt that we are what we choose. Thought more or less is subconscious coming from the computing our minds are capable of. But action…that is me. My soul thinks and I act upon it.
"Because humans are complicated beasts. You believe comforting lies, while knowing full well the painful truth that makes those lies necessary. In the end, Conor, it is not important what you think. It is only important what you do." -The Monster; A Monster Calls 2016-
the cold princess to me is also the autistic princess, her lack of eye contact and silence, going along with the social norms, i cant imagine what sort of internal experiences she's having, hidden under her inability to appropriately express.... the entirety of rule of rose is such a tragic, powerful story
This is a great video! I've seen other videos about the story of Rule of Rose, but never about the deeper psychological aspects of the gameplay itself -- I never even knew about the secret chapter! Thank you for showing these other layers I wasn't aware of
Man, I saw this vid 4 in the morning and I REALLY need an inspiration to do my term project which is titled "The Stories We Tell Ourselves", that's why I'm going to save this vid for reference 😭🙏 (You're a life savior)
I've always viewed the question of "describe yourself" in a negative way: I'm introverted, easily overstimulated, constantly spaced out and motivated by validation of all things. this was and still is the story i tell myself because i see how i struggle, i see how i fail and how i succeed and i ultimately choose the negative aspects instead of viewing myself as multitude of things. i don't hate myself, at least i don't consciously think so. all these traits are simply matter of fact to me; this is me and how i live my life. seeing all the things i lack and struggle with are just fundamentally easier than the positive ones. even now i really struggle to describe myself in positive words.
I dont usually comment, but god your videos are so good. The topics, the editing, the music choices??? Thanks for the video and I hope i get to see more of your work :)
Subbed almost a year ago when I came across your Bloodborne upload and went through your other videos over the next few months. Great to have another. Very engaging and well thought out content.
another beautiful video!!! I've began to ration out the last few ones of yours I haven't watched yet to fill some dark nights I will surely have to draw while listening to your takes is a beautiful gift Thank you! and I can't wait for the teased full Rule of Rose analysis ^^
You Tube randomly recommended this video to me-- I too, have very normal feelings about Rule of Rose, so I clicked. Excellent video-- well edited, interesting topic that flowed naturally, thoughtful commentary, and your vocal candor is lovely. Maybe that silly algorithm get's it right sometimes. You've got a sub from me!
As soon as I saw Ren holding the marble at 22:12 I nearly freaked out that someone knows Fragile Dreams! That game is so special to me and I am so happy to see it ne remembered! Instant sub and like. I hope to see a Fragile Dreams video from you if you don't have one yet!
Came here for a good time and got attacked by the "can't take loved away" Locked Tomb quote. Beautiful essay, I will be checking out as many of the things you used as B-roll as I can.
I'm so happy you're still here! I found you from your Bloodborne video and watched everything and subscribed and was worried you quit. I love your stuff!
I have a hard time finding the words to express just how incredible your videos are! You are so thoughtful and compassionate with every line. Its comforting to know such people exsist. Keep it up!
That video was absolutely bonechilling and yet so very empathetic and made me want to play this incredible game, the essay itself was beautiful, thank you for this video honey bat. I adore one and all of your videos and I hope you have a great new year and that you create more incredible videos this year.
I can only blame serendipity that you released this video just when it would resonate so much with me. It was a treat, and I don't think I've heard such a good "meditation on identity" from someone aside from my psychologist. Also, my god you have great taste in media, don't think all those unmentioned clips and OSTs would go unnoticed, not a single mid choice!
Thank you!! I finally had a good excuse to talk about my favourite Rule of Rose character (Eleanor) and realised how little she's actually on screen. I want to do a massive one where I can talk about alllll of them one day ^.^
Rule of Rose has been on my wish list of games to play forever. I guess at this point it's a matter of putting the effort, eh? It's cool to finally get a glimpse into it, even just briefly.
Oh heck yes Honey Bat has returned!! I come back to watch your old videos while I’m playing games and I’m so glad you’ve come back with more 🥹 I can’t wait to see what else you do this year
Thank you for continuing to make these. They really help me a lot. I hope that the art form of exploring one's self and the workings of humanity is never lost.
Just starting the video, based on the first minute or so, looks like I'm starting off 2024 with an existential crisis! Lets goooo!!! Excited to see where this video goes.
So greatful to get a new video! I appreciate getting to hear your break down of digtal media and psychological concepts. You clearly write from a place a competency and passion and all of your work is a delightful reflection of that. Thank you so much for what you do!
The speech at the end about being the stories we tell ourselves and we want to pass them forward reminded me of the speech about Memes and Genes. At the end of the day we are free to just be, and put out to the world what we want to keep moving forward through generations.
Glad you are back Excited to watch. though i dont seem to be in the right headspace for it rn. i will circle back. Love your deep thoughts. Glad you are alive.
Coming to this after just finishing Rule of Rose. Wow what a game. Awful gameplay, combat may as well be nonfunctional, having to take an extra step to find items on the ground is tedious, and the airship is boring place to traverse. BUT GAD DAMN the visuals, atmosphere, music; all top notch (minus the horrible compression). I hated playing it, but considering the strong impression it left; I am glad I played it.
your videos may be my favorite. just the choice of imagery that accompanies the intro showed so much insight into the topics being discussed, i was hooked. thank you for making this. please get as many of your thoughts out as you can -- they are a benefit to humanity, i think.
"If she doesn't care about anything then there's nothing to manipulate... against her."
Oh boy, that hit a little close to home. Honestly caught me by surprise.
Ok so the essay itself is great. But can we talk about this person's fantastic taste in soundtracks? Omori? Hollow Knight? Sis Puella Madoka Magica? Avsolutely based.
Having watched this essay twice now, I can't wait for your big Rule of Rose video. I'm so glad you took your time to extend empathy towards the other children in the orphanage, much like the game does, despite them having done some truly horrible things to Jennifer and to each other. I've sadly seen many people who talk about this game only in terms of "wow, here's why children (and usually girls) are awful and cruel and inhuman creatures" without even mentioning the fact that they've been absolutely failed by every adult in their lives. Thank you so much for your work on this!
Damn, is the bar that low 😢 that just regular empathy is mindblowing
@@madeline569 Moral Orel said it best in that one "lost episode": "I think it's because niceness doesn't happen too much around here. So it feels odd when niceness does happen, and it feels so odd that it's unnatural. Maybe even wrong. Maybe being nice here feels dirty." In a world such as ours, where cruelty can be expected as a normal response from others, empathy is, unfortunately, sometimes a rare and alien thing.
I think getting so caught up in a fictional character can be difficult for some people too. There's a important line between finding part of yourself in a character and wanting to become them. As you mention, people are not stories; I know this was difficult for me personally. Why can't I just act one way and stick to it? Why doesn't my personality fit into a neat little bubble like my favorite characters? It's something I struggled with for a long time, realizing that one story does not make you but thousands, even millions do was an eye opener. The complexity of the self is truly mind boggling. I think rule of the rose captures it really well, it's an adventure of the self that's a bit confusing as it's not from your own perspective. I think that's partially why people like having simple explanations for their emotions; the self is already so complex, adding emotions makes it incomprehensible. But emotions are important, an integral part of ourselves. Inside out really captures it in such a simple way. Emotions are often mixtures of multiple that can lead to something entirely new, and sadness and joy are basically 2 mirrors facing each other; they don't exist without the other.
Very brilliant video, my favorite quote was "cooperation is our greatest asset; we're social creatures".
wow, this happened to me too. As a young bookroom I was so confused when thinking about my personality, wondering why I reacted 'unlike myself' in certain situations, wondering why I didn't fit in a neat little box like all the characters I'd read about, wondering 'who' I really was. Only after I grew up a little did I realise that people (including me) are complicated and that we can't all be put into limited categories.
I don't think I've ever thought of myself as acting out of character like that, but I have had a different "reality v fiction" problem: sometimes, if I read a story with a character I really identify with in it, there's a part of me that will later reference the character's memories as if they are my own. I know it's not real, I can tell, I'm not psychotic, but it's still jarring and unsettling to realize the situation I'm worried about isn't real, that the event I just referenced never happened. Empathy gone too far, I guess.
As someone who suffers from OCD (scrupulosity to be exact) this video really resonated with me. OCD makes it extremely difficult to have your own sense of who you are, it’s always trying to sell you a different story.
No way. A new honey bat upload to start the year? I thank you from the bottom of my heart
Thank you for the kind welcome back ^.^ hope your new year has gone great!
Same the Bloodborne video is something I go back to regularly and always tell to new people
@@HoneyBatTrying to revive your dead youtube career?
"It is finished, it is done. You can't take loved away." MAN holy hell that quote has been rattling around in my head since I first read it. absolute banger of a video essay, I'm glad I found this channel.
I laughed so hard when I spotted the 'I am so normal about this' under 'Rule of Rose'
Thank you for, again, sharing your perspective in such a thought provoking and moving way. A lot has changed in my life in the past few months and you said some things I really needed to hear. It's always fucked me up how I will never be able to truly understand another person, no matter how hard I try. I've managed to consume a lot of media that has changed the way I view life and people in the past 2 weeks (I highly recommend citizen sleeper if you haven't played it yet) and this video perfectly fits in with those. I was also happy to see how well your bloodborne video is doing now and wish you a great year :)
20:05 locked tomb jumpscare got me SO hard
Rule of Rose is one of my favorite games of all time. I don’t think we have had many games that compare in its effectiveness in showing the female victim experience. Often many victims DO cope by becoming a tormentor, but is rarely viewed with compassion or empathy in video game plots. I struggle with the games mechanics, so I am good with my one playthrough, but anytime a video analysis crosses my page I get so happy! This game deserves so much more attention.
It is indeed "funny", and on closer inspection a downright unnerving concept how much our minds construct narratives and fill in the blanks.
The Mandela Effect in full swing.
I myself just had to wrestle with this concept with an event my mind was absolutely adamant happened in "sometime summer 2023" BUT upon inspection of raw undeniable data (discord messages with literal minute-sharp timestamps) happened near halloween 2022.
That's how quickly some narrative distortion in one's mind can happen.
Brains are so odd... every time you recall a memory you change it slightly which is horrifying. Not even consciously, just the way you're feeling can impact the next time you recall it so everything distorts over time. It's fascinating but also, y'know, a little terrifying. Everything becomes echoes of itself but that's why I really like stories about amnesiacs and repression I think haha (Rule of Rose, Omori, A Space for the Unbound etc) I wasn't expecting to find it somewhere like Inside Out but here we are!
Shame I’m a month late but still glad I made it.
Omg, the poster of Edith Finch on a thumbnail - imma watch it right away
I've just stumbled across your channel from your Bloodborne video and just wanted to say how impressive your insight into these topics is. Also your ability to write your thoughts into an emotionally captivating story truly is second to none. You had me genuinely in tears while you were talking about inside out. I can't remember the last time I cried before that.
Thank you Honey Bat, I hope you had a good new years, can't wait to see how far you continue to grow.❤
Everytime I watch that movie I cry so much, but it's so well done. I'm really glad my scrambly thoughts resonated 💛 Have a lovely new year!
i also found this channel through the bloodborne video and i feel exactly the same
I watched Inside Out with my mom some years ago and yeah I totally cried lol
That bloodborne video just keeps bringing in more people lol, it was the first one I saw too.
The way I screeched with joy at seeing a new honeybat post.
All I can really say in response to this is that it reminds me of something I heard once where someone told me that we see ourselves one way and everyone else sees ourselves in other ways and no matter what we do, there will always be different versions of ourselves out there and that's what makes humans truly weird.
I'm definitely going to leave a comment once I'm all done watching this essay but I just have to say that the Nona jumpscare at 20:05 grabbed me by the god damn throat
came down here to say this, my head was in my hands
A FRAGILE DREAMS: GOODBYE RUINS OF THE MOON REFERENCE? Alright. You got me. This an amazing analysis of multiple different properties i love, and it's so layered and textured, and i really appreciate that.
This was quite a treat to listen to, as always. Consider my whole bag of popcorn thrown at you. Wish you all the best for 2024!
Thank you! Hahaha, I'm gonna have so much popcorn by the end of this
Omg I can’t believe you’re doing a rule of rose video too!!!! This game is so close and special to me, I can’t wait to hear your thoughts about it!!
Every time I hear about RoR it sounds like such a unique and compelling game. But it also sounds like a game I'd totally hate playing lol (the animal deaths alone would put me off). So I'm very grateful there are writers like you to thoughtfully explore and analyze it. I still get to appreciate the ideas that a great game has to offer
Ror is pretty well known for having really bad gameplay
This channel is a hidden gem. I have watched the NeiR humanity series so many times. I'm looking forward to more videos! In the meantime I might just have to find myself an emulator copy of Rule of Rose...
Not gonna lie, that little clip of Burnhouse lane made me happy
Babe wake up!!! Honeybat posted!!
i have never once in dozens of videos even heard of the good ending, im shook!
i knew this was the perfect video to keep my attention when i saw “i am so normal about this” in the thumnail. just the amount of normal needed in any video, yup yup
I have always felt that we are what we choose. Thought more or less is subconscious coming from the computing our minds are capable of. But action…that is me. My soul thinks and I act upon it.
my birthday isn't until the 14th yet my first present is already here! thank you honeybat
Rule of Rose deserves better. We need a remake of this jewel, the history is too good for the awful gameplay of their time.
"Because humans are complicated beasts. You believe comforting lies, while knowing full well the painful truth that makes those lies necessary. In the end, Conor, it is not important what you think. It is only important what you do."
-The Monster; A Monster Calls 2016-
Rule of Rose, Pathologic, Nier Automata, and Alice? I've found my people.
I WAS LITERALLY LOOKING AT YOUR PAGE YESTERDAY HOPING YOUD POST SOON YAYYY
Surprise Bat! 🎉
thank you for putting the perfect amount of spoiler warning time at 25:20, had scramble my mouse awake whew
I had to pause the video and run to check the tracklist - GREAT use of the Higurashi soundtrack!
OH MY GOD!!! I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR A NEW HONEY BAT VID DUDE I'LL CRY OH MY GOD
I always enjoy your breakdowns of psychology and metaphor heavy games. Thanks for your hard work!
the cold princess to me is also the autistic princess, her lack of eye contact and silence, going along with the social norms, i cant imagine what sort of internal experiences she's having, hidden under her inability to appropriately express.... the entirety of rule of rose is such a tragic, powerful story
This is a great video! I've seen other videos about the story of Rule of Rose, but never about the deeper psychological aspects of the gameplay itself -- I never even knew about the secret chapter! Thank you for showing these other layers I wasn't aware of
Welcome back honey bat! 2024 is gonna kick ass!
thank you so much for this. i started this year feeling really bad and stressed out, its always nice to be reminded of other things and emotions
I hope the year goes well for you, you've got this 💛
Man, I saw this vid 4 in the morning and I REALLY need an inspiration to do my term project which is titled "The Stories We Tell Ourselves", that's why I'm going to save this vid for reference 😭🙏 (You're a life savior)
I've always viewed the question of "describe yourself" in a negative way: I'm introverted, easily overstimulated, constantly spaced out and motivated by validation of all things. this was and still is the story i tell myself because i see how i struggle, i see how i fail and how i succeed and i ultimately choose the negative aspects instead of viewing myself as multitude of things. i don't hate myself, at least i don't consciously think so. all these traits are simply matter of fact to me; this is me and how i live my life. seeing all the things i lack and struggle with are just fundamentally easier than the positive ones. even now i really struggle to describe myself in positive words.
Just came here through your Bloodbourne video and binging all of your stuff now. You are so eloquent, wow. Can't get enough!
I dont usually comment, but god your videos are so good. The topics, the editing, the music choices??? Thanks for the video and I hope i get to see more of your work :)
Subbed almost a year ago when I came across your Bloodborne upload and went through your other videos over the next few months. Great to have another. Very engaging and well thought out content.
Welcome back! I'm so glad that we don't seem to have heard the last of you (and I hope that there is more to come)
another beautiful video!!!
I've began to ration out the last few ones of yours I haven't watched yet to fill some dark nights I will surely have
to draw while listening to your takes is a beautiful gift
Thank you!
and I can't wait for the teased full Rule of Rose analysis ^^
That was so, so beautiful! You're an artist, thank you
NEW BAT ESSAY!!!! This was absolutely lovely, thank you so much for it
Thank you, I'm really glad you enjoyed it!!
You Tube randomly recommended this video to me-- I too, have very normal feelings about Rule of Rose, so I clicked.
Excellent video-- well edited, interesting topic that flowed naturally, thoughtful commentary, and your vocal candor is lovely. Maybe that silly algorithm get's it right sometimes. You've got a sub from me!
YAS! New Honey Bat. Ive loved since your Bloodborne video and thought you've stopped posting
As soon as I saw Ren holding the marble at 22:12 I nearly freaked out that someone knows Fragile Dreams! That game is so special to me and I am so happy to see it ne remembered!
Instant sub and like. I hope to see a Fragile Dreams video from you if you don't have one yet!
I think honeybat has played it on stream before! Might play it again since they talk about it often...
"I am so normal about this" I felt that in my bones, I'm completely normal about this game lol. Thank you for this analysis ❤
Omg new Honeybat. A blessed beginning to the year.
Hi hi hello happy new year!
You're back!!!
HOLY SHIT I LOVED YOUR BLOODBORNE VIDEO I CANT WAIT TO HEAR WHAT YOU HAVE TO SAY ABOUT RULE OF ROSE
sooooooo thrilled to see this. Ive watched all of your videos like 5 times each since finding you 6 mos ago.
Came here for a good time and got attacked by the "can't take loved away" Locked Tomb quote. Beautiful essay, I will be checking out as many of the things you used as B-roll as I can.
Your work is genuinely beautiful. Thank you.
I can’t believe I’m three weeks late, anyways so happy about the new upload THANK YOU I love your video essays!!!
Nice video here, and people on the RoR discord like it too!
Me I especially enjoyed the Eleanor part.
Looking forward to the bigger RoR video !
This is one of the best most perfectly timed video essays I have ever seen. Thank you. This means so much more to me than I can explain.
I'm so happy you're still here! I found you from your Bloodborne video and watched everything and subscribed and was worried you quit. I love your stuff!
i discovered your channel yesterday for the bloodborne video, oh boy, i cant stop watching your videos, its so good! please continue
Using the character the Hollow Knight when talking about how repression Downey work was fun move.
A character who’s very sense of self was forced to be repressed…
I'm so excited whenever someone actually talks about this gorgeous and terrifying whimsical little gem ❤
OMG!!! Thank you for your analysis of Eleanor!!! The intricacies of her character have been eluding me for years!!! 🤩🤩🦜
I have a hard time finding the words to express just how incredible your videos are! You are so thoughtful and compassionate with every line. Its comforting to know such people exsist. Keep it up!
Rule of Rose is such a wonderful game. I think anyone can relate to Jennifer in some way, whether that be the abusive relationship or the bullying.
That video was absolutely bonechilling and yet so very empathetic and made me want to play this incredible game, the essay itself was beautiful, thank you for this video honey bat. I adore one and all of your videos and I hope you have a great new year and that you create more incredible videos this year.
Welcome back! 🎉 good to see you!
Thank you!! 😊
This was such a good essay, and I'd LOVE to see whatever big Rule of Rose vid you have in store!
Omg she's back
I love your essays and voice so much ;-;
I can only blame serendipity that you released this video just when it would resonate so much with me. It was a treat, and I don't think I've heard such a good "meditation on identity" from someone aside from my psychologist.
Also, my god you have great taste in media, don't think all those unmentioned clips and OSTs would go unnoticed, not a single mid choice!
I heard the Locked Tomb audio and instantly subbed.
THE GOAT IS BAAAAACK
Love, love, looove this game!!! And I always love your analysis. Can't wait for that BIG Rule of Rose video 👀
Thank you!! I finally had a good excuse to talk about my favourite Rule of Rose character (Eleanor) and realised how little she's actually on screen. I want to do a massive one where I can talk about alllll of them one day ^.^
yeeeeessss can't wait!! @@HoneyBat
I cried a little during the video. Thank you for the beautiful thoughts & writing
Rule of Rose has been on my wish list of games to play forever. I guess at this point it's a matter of putting the effort, eh? It's cool to finally get a glimpse into it, even just briefly.
Man, editing is better than ever in this video, such high quality!
Nice work HoneyBat!
Oh heck yes Honey Bat has returned!! I come back to watch your old videos while I’m playing games and I’m so glad you’ve come back with more 🥹
I can’t wait to see what else you do this year
I love your videos so much! It’s borderline criminal that more people haven’t discovered your channel yet 🩷
YESSSS YOU COVERED RULE OF ROSE IM SO HAPPY
Just discovered the channel, and I've already added this video go my "best video essay" playlists. Amazing video, can't wait for more ❤
the queen is back
a delight and an inspiration, as ever.
you want butter on the popcorn or nah
Ooh I love a sweet n salty, thanks for watching!
So happy to see a new video from you! What Remains of Edith Finch was one of the best games I played last year, really enjoyed your analysis of it!
I adore this game, im happy more people are talking about it.
Thank you for continuing to make these. They really help me a lot. I hope that the art form of exploring one's self and the workings of humanity is never lost.
Just starting the video, based on the first minute or so, looks like I'm starting off 2024 with an existential crisis! Lets goooo!!! Excited to see where this video goes.
Starting off with a bang! 🎉 Thank you for watching ^.^
Great introspective way to start the new year, thank you for the insight!
So greatful to get a new video! I appreciate getting to hear your break down of digtal media and psychological concepts. You clearly write from a place a competency and passion and all of your work is a delightful reflection of that. Thank you so much for what you do!
Happy 2024! glad to see your still doing video essays! got so excited when i saw this!!
This video really hit home. Awesome work
Incredible, your videos always are!
The speech at the end about being the stories we tell ourselves and we want to pass them forward reminded me of the speech about Memes and Genes.
At the end of the day we are free to just be, and put out to the world what we want to keep moving forward through generations.
look who it is!! welcome back🤗
Glad you are back Excited to watch. though i dont seem to be in the right headspace for it rn. i will circle back. Love your deep thoughts. Glad you are alive.
Hi hi! No pressure, videos will always be waiting for when you want to pick them up. Lovely to see you here! I hope you have a great new year 💛
Coming to this after just finishing Rule of Rose. Wow what a game. Awful gameplay, combat may as well be nonfunctional, having to take an extra step to find items on the ground is tedious, and the airship is boring place to traverse. BUT GAD DAMN the visuals, atmosphere, music; all top notch (minus the horrible compression). I hated playing it, but considering the strong impression it left; I am glad I played it.
your videos may be my favorite. just the choice of imagery that accompanies the intro showed so much insight into the topics being discussed, i was hooked. thank you for making this. please get as many of your thoughts out as you can -- they are a benefit to humanity, i think.