ESTRANGER
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Yes yes, many Easter eggs and lore in this one.
Finally have fancy disclaimer! It seems to be necessary, because people always tend to ignore the description :(
Anyway, here it is! I'm so proud of this. Originally, I just wanted to make the Estranger meme, I'm glad I stuck with making the longer version, it explains and shows much more.
If you have theories please share them below! I'd love to see it. :D
I'm also happy to finally be showing off the dog protagonists! (Did I mention there's gonna be more than one?) If you keep up with my community tab, you might know that I posted a poll on what breed you think the dog protagonist was going to be. Funnily enough, it turned out to be the 2 least voted breeds: Rottweiler & poodle.
Those are Eiche & Lotte. Eiche (meaning Oak tree in German) is the Rottweilers name. Lotte is her best friend, she's a mini poodle.
Both of them care a lot for the beauty of nature. But they are not happy with the state of the world. The Earth is at risk from their own kind. And no dog fortunate enough to be in a position of power seem to do anything against it, even though the problems are undeniable. Global warming is getting worse, habitats are being wrecked by pollution + huge amounts of habitat loss caused by deforestation as well as many species of animals facing certain extinction, and more. No one seems to care. But Eiche and lotte DO care. They want to help so badly & would do anything they can no matter the cost, even if they can only do small things. But they are two dogs. Only two dogs against the rest of the selfish world. There are so many terrible dogs who hold more power than them, who certainly don't care about what happens to the earth as long as they get paid. Dogs who see other animals as toys and fancy house decoration, dogs who see trees as nothing but a nuisance blocking the way for a new parking lot, and dogs who don't even care about other dogs. How are Eiche & Lotte supposed to change the world? It's seems impossible. Unless... they get help from something that is more powerful, deadly and ancient than civilization itself.
This kind of builds off of/continues from the "I'd rather sleep" meme the same way "I'd rather sleep" builds off the Useless meme. In rather sleep and Useless, I was showing a very specific side of the problem. Sport killers who kill for fun in their spare time with no respect for anything-a few terrible individuals with awful hobbies. Estranger expands on more of the overall global/societal issues. It shows the bigger picture of all dogs and their world instead of just this one kind of cruelty. That is NOT to say all dogs are bad! Eiche & Lotte are the best example that that isn't true. And there are more dogs like them too, they're just hard to find these days.
Answering some frequently asked questions:
Q: Where are the humans?
A:Humans do not exist and never have in this universe. Dogs take the human's place, and have evolved to be that way naturally.
Q:Why, and HOW are the dogs wearing collars if humans don't exist?
A:The dogs wear collars as normal everyday clothing, and as status symbols/ jewellery! The dog- tag also serves as ID. It's unspoken social rule to wear your collar in public, dogs who don't could be silently judged. (Most dogs wear their collars, but there are exceptions for homeless dogs and young puppies sometimes.) It also symbolises them being civilized as opposed to wild animals.(+ It's just a nice design choice that makes too much sense!)
As for HOW, well, they just put them on themselves. They also made the collars themselves. As well as the technology, and the cities and everything around them that isn't nature/earth. Taking that into consideration, them putting on the collars themselves isn't that much of a stretch.
Additional info:
The dogs have anthropomorphised personalities. Meaning they emote, think and act like people. It's a fable! Think of movies like The Lion King.
The wild animals ALSO have anthropomorphised personalities, but there are language barriers between species. The more closely the species is related, the easier to overcome the barrier. For example: Wolves and coyotes understand each other fairly well- but they still have accents of their species. A wolf and a fox is a bit harder. And a Wolf and a lynx won't work unless they try to learn each other's languages, which is possible!
If you are interested in this story, I made a playlist where you can watch all the videos I made so far: • Erathena
As well as a Deviant art folder with all the art related to the story: www.deviantart.com/naahelee/g...
This is NOT the Estranger MEME! This is as a original AMV. I think, it has enough differences for it to be it's own thing.
The original MEME was made by Joycawn though.
Song: Estranger by Jack Stauber.
Art & story by me.
Пікірлер: 1 100
If we let our home die…there is no reverse The Earth needs a blessing Let’s not be it’s curse Absolutely stunning and beautifully made! You are an absolutely wonderful artist!
@yurei1442
2 жыл бұрын
This needs to be pinned.
@LexaWolf
2 жыл бұрын
I always wanted to pin one of your comments. Your quotes are amazing & seeing them always brightens my day! Thank you.
@sunflower7339
2 жыл бұрын
@@LexaWolf Thank you so much! The visual stories from your art and videos always sparks inspiration into my heart! I’m always glad to know I made someone’s day.
@moved9709
2 жыл бұрын
Yes i loved this animation with this message im a lover of nature and we need to take care of our own home :(
@CognitioMilano
2 жыл бұрын
I'm going to do an animation that helps a bit, Hope i will finish
This is so gorgeous!!! The pixel art is such a unique look!!!
@MeowMistXD
2 жыл бұрын
Second xd
@Vigileus
2 жыл бұрын
Mm agreed :]
@intothewoodsatdark
2 жыл бұрын
Claim your here before popular tickets here! 🎟
@intothewoodsatdark
2 жыл бұрын
@KerukuArts 🎟
@KinnyThePumpkin
2 жыл бұрын
I agree
Unless someone like you who cares a whole awful lot, things aren't going to better. It's not. - Dr. Suese
@ko.1903
2 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite quotes
@owo_thefox122
2 жыл бұрын
rest in peace you mad lad
@Succui
2 жыл бұрын
A lovely quote but you spelled his name wrong, silly goose.
@fluff_pup8091
2 жыл бұрын
Srry bout that
@dog6732
2 жыл бұрын
BARK BARK BARK BARK ARF WOOF WOOF WOOF WOOF ARF ARF ARF BARK BARK BARK
I just lost my brother I can’t believe I’m getting this today. I really needed this and your wonderful art. Never forget it can be the light to someone’s very dark day.
@howlingcreations3619
2 жыл бұрын
I’m so sorry for your loss 😕
@LexaWolf
2 жыл бұрын
I'm at a loss for words. I'm so sorry you lost your brother. I don't know what to say. I'm glad my art can cheer you up at least a little bit. I'm here if you need someone to talk to, I really mean it. Thank you for your kind words
@_lionsluvwaffles_7827
2 жыл бұрын
I’m so sorry for your loss, your brother is in a better place now, I bet he’s watching over you in happiness. 🙁🧡🐺
@e.o752
2 жыл бұрын
@@LexaWolf I have my family we’re all holding eachother up rn. But thank you so much for being such a caring artist.
@bearpwbz
2 жыл бұрын
I’m so so sorry for your loss, my condolences go to you and your family, may you grow stronger and and get better with time, I’m sure he’s in a better place now 💕💕 I hope you get well soon and know you have your family always with you
God i love the idea of a white albino “deer” representing earth! For some reason it just fits so well in my brain that its a deer
@Zuru422
2 жыл бұрын
ahah "deer"
@whosarixxthough
2 жыл бұрын
@@Zuru422 it’s cuz it has dog teeth, but at the same time it’s a deer mekwjsjdjs
@Zuru422
2 жыл бұрын
@@whosarixxthough Dude, I know the reason it does have those, that's why I'm saying "ahah"
@whosarixxthough
2 жыл бұрын
@@Zuru422 sorry for not seeing this earlier but sorry for not seeing this earlier but sorry for not seeing this earlier but I didn’t know you were joking or not joking
@newtsinsuits237
2 жыл бұрын
@- 🍍tineylikepiney 🍍 - considering it has sharp teeth and can change its physical form its safe to say its most likely a “not deer.” Something that resembles a deer but has something off about it that makes it look like a not like a deer.
Aw this is lovely, also the two puppers that actually were admiring the world and took the time to help made my heart feel whole there, omg
@fluffystream3772
2 жыл бұрын
Did you mean *feel*. Sorry if I made a mistake or if I was being rude
@Bailey-the-Domain-Keeper
2 жыл бұрын
@@fluffystream3772 Nah you’re correct, thanks for pointing that out tho!
@fluffystream3772
2 жыл бұрын
@@Bailey-the-Domain-Keeper thanks and your welcome
@dog6732
2 жыл бұрын
Those are good dogs
@Bailey-the-Domain-Keeper
2 жыл бұрын
@@dog6732 Best dogs
Well this got sad and terrifying at the same time REALLY quickly.
The little white crow at the end looks like Erethena…I may be wrong but Erethena might have been reborn in some kind of way. The way she looks at the two dogs picking up trash makes me think about what you said in the description about getting help from something powerful and ancient. My theory, anyways!
@fishbonezzz
2 жыл бұрын
I was thinking that too!
@CANNIBEELISM
2 жыл бұрын
oh!! or she could be using the crow as another set of eyes in a way!! or maybe she could be a shape shifter?
@Kippo2891
2 жыл бұрын
@@CANNIBEELISM oh yeah that could we it!
@asht1261
2 жыл бұрын
WHOA
@sakuraice22
2 жыл бұрын
I think it is her and she can shapeshift
My faith on the dogs are being restored due to that puppy
At the end with the bird I feel like he/she was thinking "Good job, their are dogs who care" and they went off to tell the white deer/thing that looks like white deer, but I also like the pixel art and the fact that it's an actual story lol
@tamaracdc20
2 жыл бұрын
The white crow is the deer
@Moroi92
2 жыл бұрын
The crow IS the deer
@fabplays6559
2 жыл бұрын
The deer is a deity that can shapeshift, she IS the white crow.
My theory is that since Mother nature cannot physically interact with the dogs she made Ethena in an attempt to try save her world.
The Rottweiler and Toy Poodle give me absolute serotonin and restored my faith in humanity, the ending was so heart warming
Awful what we do to this world. It’s hitting us hard but will only get worse. Thank you for the wonderful amv bless you
EYEYEY IT'S HERE!! I've been looking forward to this :DD I'll edit this after the premiere- but I know that it's going to be incredible already, just from the WIP shots!!
@LexaWolf
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! :D
@TopazTimes
2 жыл бұрын
Alright- that was incredible!! I love how you showed the reality of the planet, but also showing how dogs [people] can help!! Not to mention that the pixel style is BEAUTIFUL! :D (I didn't edit the comment because I didn't want to lose the heart, lmao-)
@kinjuthefox6636
Жыл бұрын
@@LexaWolf what do you use to do pixel art? Sorry I’m just trying to find out and it takes a while for me to find something good
@LexaWolf
Жыл бұрын
@@kinjuthefox6636 No need to be sorry, it's all good! XD I used Fire Alpaca. All you have to do is set the canvas to a small size (like 200x 100 or something) draw what you want, and then resize the finished image back to 1920x1080 or what ever size you need.
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1:13 That design is GORGEOUS
I love how the part where the "deer" blinked and earth became horrible, its like its saying the deer only took it's eyes off of earth for a second and it's already in a horrible shape
ooo yeah i voted for poodle on the poll!! the pixel art style is so crazy impressive to me, it looks so pleasing but also looks like it took forever lol i absolutely love your story and how real it feels, plus the protags are simply adorable! (the baby gators are also absolutely adorable, i adore them)
So the deer like thing can transform into different animals, is it like a guardian spirit or being to nature? im excited to see it each video And the two pups helping the environment was cute
My god I am blown away Loving that style and the diversity of species you're showing! But my favorite thing has to be that horror-like imagery, you need to do more of that
@LexaWolf
2 жыл бұрын
I WANT to do more of that too! :D Thank you kindly
@TikkaNatsu
2 жыл бұрын
Just wanted to say, nice Plague Dogs pfp :)
@lupinb-par8010
2 жыл бұрын
@@TikkaNatsu ayy thanks man!!
@TikkaNatsu
2 жыл бұрын
@@lupinb-par8010 no problema homie!
This is gonna be great EDIT: GUESS WHO WAS RIGHT
Yess I can’t wait:0 Edit: I missed the premiere as usual but this is just BEAUTIFUL As usual
This looks fantastic. I have no words to describe this masterpiece... Everything is perfect here!!! There’s a lot happening and the details are so good! I love how Erathena keeps protecting the Earth no matter what! And her second form is so epic!!! Eiche and Lotte are such lovable characters. And I wanna slap Skylar very hard in the face. Also, the animation is so smooth and satisfying to watch!!! Thank you for blessing my eyes today.
@LexaWolf
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! :D I'm so glad you enjoyed. -Also, I too want to slap Skylar very hard in the face. He NEEDS IT!!!!-
@dog6732
2 жыл бұрын
BORK BORK ARF ARF BORK BORK ARF ARF BORK BORK WOOF WOOF ARF ARF BARK BARK BARK ARF
I love your animations LexaWolf ❤ you are the only artist I know who makes animations about our Planet and that we should safe it from this situation I love tge nature and I will do everything to safe the earth have a wonderful day and keep up the good work :3 🐺🐾✨🌙🌱💛💚🖤
THIS WAS INSANEEEE!! THE PIXELATED ANIMATION STYLE, THE STORY LINE, THE TIMING! THIS WAS INCREDIBLE! THE MESSAGE AND ALL IS JUST UWHWHDUEBWHEHDGEVUSH!! PHENOMENAL JOB!!
Holy moly this is just gorgeous no matter what way you look at it Plus the fact its pixelated its just *dies from how good this is* (Outstanding work dude!)
WHY IS THIS SO UNDERVIEWED. THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL, one of my all time, new favorite animations. Very well done. Beautifully exicuted, and a nice music choice.
That end scene with the deer with the plants growing out of her is amazing. This animation really got me!
im not sure why, but this makes me literally tear up. the animation and the art is just amazing and beautiful, i love it sm
1:23 can we just talk about how cute that is? Also, I love the storyline and animation!
The earth, but the dogs are the ones who evolved This is amazing, i really like pixelarts and this has to be my favourite estranger meme
omg that wing flap from the geese, omg whys the art so good, this sends such a great message while keeping the viewers attention and not just making my brain switch off cuz its sending the same message over and over again
I live the little ending where they were cleaning the ground it so cute 🥰
The "Look at that" at the begining fits too perfectly! This is beautiful honestly
this is so beautiul. just like our earth, we need to take more care of it.
Every moment was worth the wait this gives me the feels. I want to see more of the white deer (forgot the name) I remember her from the past 2 animations rather sleep and up dog. I love her so much. This world is so magical
I didn’t even saw it and I already know it’s gonna be POG 😭❤️🔥
Just found your channel because this popped up in my recommended. This is an absolutely gorgeous story! I’m so looking forward to what you do next. The art style of this video in particular gives me this weird nostalgic feeling of those 90s and early 2000s computer games if you know what I mean? It’s just so nice to look at💗💗💗
@LexaWolf
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! :D
This is amazingly smooth and the ending got me in tears :') And i love love love the pixel art style!! You're awesome! :D
this is really neat, it's fascinating to have dogs portrayed as the human equivalent in an anthro story. very cool metaphor, and the animation is lovely. i love a good pixel animation.
This is so beautiful! The pixel-y style, the message, the story, it's all awesome. And for y'all reading this comment, every little bit helps. Let's make the world a better place by starting small, like recycling, or cleaning your local park like Eiche and Lotte were doing. It's a nice way to spend your time and also to help the environment!
I LOVE THIS MESSAGE SO MUCH!!! ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL WORK.... i adore the scene at the end as well, i cant wait to see how this story furthers knowing how it's been going already!
Gosh I adore pixel art, and/so this is amazing in general and i love the atmosphere, keep up the great work!
oh my god, this is so beautiful
This is so beautiful, it was so amazing it somehow gave me the chilly willies (the chills)
This aesthetic just fits so well with Jack Stauber
I love that there are a few dogs actually trying to FIX something. And just respecting nature. :>
I love how the animation conveys the exact emotion I feel while hearing the music. And all those visuals come together to tell a creative story that makes its message even more compelling. I got goosebumps because it goes along with the song so perfectly!
Third is absolutely gorgeous and very GOLDY I’ll recall a true masterpiece honestly your underrated you deserve more subs and more attention
this seriously needs more views theres so much effort put into this and i am in awe
Yess I've been watching all the community posts waiting for this! It was definitely worth the wait! Also the dog Skyler is calling loser in the beginning kinda looks like a pitbull (the shape of the face and such) I wonder if that guy might be a major character in the future that helps the protagonists? Or maybe I'm overthinking it and it's just to show how mean Skyler is
It's honestly strangely satisfying on how well timed this is-
The story itself is extremely refreshing and VERY interesting!! This has so much potential and even tackles real world issues. Couldn’t be any more attention grabbing. ❤️
Dude this is the smoothest animation ever wthhhhh, and pixel art? What? Ur a god!
This is amazing! 😩
@LexaWolf
2 жыл бұрын
Thank youu!
I'M OBSESSED with this artwork and quite invested too 😭💞💕 those two dogs at the end own my heart
Brilliantly done. The pixel art style is very eye-catching. It reminds me of a game, like we all have a part to play.
This is beautiful. So smooth, the story, the style, the everything. It's absolutely gorgeous
The pixel style is so unique and absolutely beautiful! You’re definitely an underrated artist.
This whole animation still stuns me. It's so beautiful and heartbreaking. Idk how well applause carries over text, but applause!
You put so much work into the story and art and it clearly shows! It’s beautiful seeing how each character works, and how you compare humans to dogs and it’s just AAAAAAAAAA 💜💜💜💜
This is outstanding! The art is so well drawn and incredible and the animation is so smooth! I absolutely adore the story and I hope there will be more about it! I love the geese flying on beat to the song as well!
omg the end is honestly so heartwarming, this story is so sad but i love it and the animation is really smooth aa hsv im so tired right now
Despite my own gore triggers, I’ve very much enjoyed the story so far and the art you’ve done for it! It’s really very sad to see our own behaviors reflected so blatantly, but also important (I mean “our” as in humanity; I’m aware it’s mostly if not almost entirely the upper echelons exploiting the earth for their own profit at everyone else’s expense). I’m glad to see there’s some hope in this story too, and excited to learn more about the protagonists!
1. Absolutely gorgeous and amazing I love this pixel art I’ve never seen anyone do this! This must’ve taken lots of time 2. I’ve noticed the topic of this meme and it makes me sad to know this world will soon be gone if this continues with the ocean pollution and air/ environment where just driving ourselves and other species to extinction and it’s sad to know that…
this is such a great pixel animation! i just love everything about it. all the movements ae so nice to look at. everything is so detailed and it feels it was made with love, so much effort, i hope this video pays off! sad thing when you realise the plot is not an apocalyptic scenario it's basicly reality :_(
The little poodle OMG so cuuuutee!!!!! Im so happy you made one of the protaganists a poodle because I have a mini poodle like that plus they re such good dogs
I swear man each one of these keeps getting better and better!
ahhh this was really wonderful, i loved the pixalised aesthetic and how much more story we got from this !!! (hit kinda close to real life ofc) great job yet again :]
this is so much of an influence for others about the eco! I also love how this was so creative and at the same time it was explaining a bit about your channel!
@LexaWolf
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
This is AMAZING and has got to be one of the best animations I've ever seen!
This story is absolutely beautiful. I can't even put it into words how this story makes me feel but I am already captivated
@CheeseCakeCupcake23
3 күн бұрын
(I just checked your community tab, I hope things have gotten at least a little better. Just know that you have a beautiful mind)
Yeeeeaaah! Finally it is here, and I'm sure it will be worth the wait! I can't wait to finally see this - I already know - masterpiece. I'm actually very glad that we have chosen the full version of Estranger, and not just the meme version which would be less lore and in overall less animation. Maybe we were waiting longer, but I don't regret it. Even though I didn't see it, I can from all the teasers only tell - Congratulations Lexa Wolf on doing such a great animation! You really are a talented person (which I am telling from the other videos) and a great animator! Keep up the awesome work and thank you for all the effort you do on your animations! (Sorry if there were any mistakes.) Stay safe everyone, and enjoy summer (if you have it in your country) :)) Edit : Thanks for reading my comment , if you red it all. Edit 2 after the premiere : IT WAS SOO COOL AND GOOD! I personally LOVE the pixel art style! It was a lot of things in there, and so I'm gonna rewatch it of course to see more. Anyway it is VERY GOOD and WORTH THE WAIT! KEEP IT UP, LEXA! YOU'RE THE BEST!
@endgameskcz32
2 жыл бұрын
@@LexaWolf Enjoyed as always all of your videos! Thanks for reading that longer comment :)
Im.....i- I um. I appear to have lost my ability to speak... Dude?? _Dude_ . THIS is incredibly creative!! And to be honest, pixel styled art was the last thing I expected! How on Earth are you still drawing after something like this?! You just threw this big, impressive chunk of lore and insight into the world of these characters right at our faces!! Im star struck!! Edit: Of course, I cant deny the beautiful message either! I love how you visualized it! 💙
This is beautiful animation!!! I cannot come up with any word on how beautiful this is, thank you.
Okay you win. This is hands down the most creative and beautiful version of the Estranger Meme ever. The detail in the pixel art, the story, and the gut punching moral behind it.
i was gonna make this meme, but it's been topped off by the amazing animator herself this is amazing, good job!!
Aaahh Lexa this turned out amazing! Gosh I'm amazed at how much detail you put into these videos, and the pixel style makes it look really unique. Ooo new lore! The explanation about the collars is really interesting. Also woah 1:14 now that's a boss fight Aww I love how happy Eiche and Lotte look as they clean up the litter together, I love them already :D I love the chonky seals ^^
I love the backstory behind this and the pixel art is super cute!❤️
Love the art & its message THIS IS INCREDIBLE!!! 💕
Such an amazing animation! I love the pixel art and the message. Wonderful!
I just, wow. This is incredible, the story, the animation, the art, everything. Your a absolutely talented and lovely artist.
Oh this is so stunning and beautiful! Every frame is so detailed and flows so nicely. The story reads really well and that little moment at the end of the two protagonists doing a little clean up is such a sweet little ending 😢💖 amazing work! Your pixel art skills are phenomenal, even the animation of the alligator's second eyelid rolling is such a nice little detail!!
this is strong game cut scene vibes the artstyle make me feels so much
Aw yesss, I knew I recognized that eyeball! Cant wait for this one 👀
I cannot imagine how LONG this must've took you, you never fail to impress everybody Lexa :)
Wie zu erwarten wunderschön! Bin so froh deinen Kanal entdeckt zu haben :) freue mich echt auf die weiterhin folgenden animationen (memes) von dir
Oof I missed the premier. It was worth the wait tho, this AMV is amazing,so is the pixel art style,and I absolutely love the characters and the story! I thought this before and now I am 100% sure that the deer is some kind of a nature spirit,mother nature perhaps? Or that she at least represents nature or something like that. EDIT:The way geese flap their wings is so satisfying to watch-
OH MY GOSH THIS IS SO AMAZING AND STUNNING,, THERE’S SO MANY DETAILS IN THIS AND ITS INCREDIBLY PULLED OFF WITH PIXEL ART, THE ANIMATION AND TRANSITIONS ARE SO SMOOTH AND FLUID! THE MESSAGE HERE WAS SO CLEAR AND TOUCHING, NEW SUBSCRIBER
yoo that was so cool tho whatt oh my god,,, honestly idk what to say thats freaking amazing! and kinda sad too ngl- the world is literally decaying bc of us and i feel so helpless like man…
OMG WOAH Eiche and Lotte are doing good job! Danggg this is So realistic and Just Real, about littering and other- The animals are Just wow, and the dogs as protagonists is interesting!
This is stunning, the meaning it's also really good
Beautiful, this right here is art. But like the birds flying it the sky reminded me of pokémon-,
That was absolutely amazing.
this is so stellar! and deserves so much more clout 😔❤️
0:59 That music change hit me harder than it did that deer
Can't wait this is gonna be great
My theory is that Erathena is like Gaea. She is like the goddess of the earth. Or maybe like Gaea and Demeter?
This was amazing! Also, I came into this video with the thought that Erathena was not a deer, but something bigger. Glad to see I was right!
Oh god i love it. It seems like angry nature beast just lost hope and goes mad but then we see those two puppers cleaning street?? And white raven is watching them?? I want more of this story, i need more. Your artwork and worldbuilding is so cool! (And is that german shepard your persona? Are they gonna be important in the story? Cuz they draw the beast, they seems to know about them)
@fabplays6559
2 жыл бұрын
White raven is the angry nature beast.