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Uatu, often simply known as the Watcher, is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, he first appeared in The Fantastic Four #13.
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Uatu: I observe all, but I do not, can not and will not interfere... Uatu in the comics: So I interfered...
@UnexpectedWonder
2 жыл бұрын
LOL. 😁😁😂😂🤣🤣
@Xflex_fn
2 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😭 lmao
@mequavis
2 жыл бұрын
the whole logic behind the watchers is weak anyways, as they exist in the universe, by not interfering they are interfering... also, you can take the quantum physics route, where observing an event actually changes the event. the watchers watching would effect wave particle duality, when light was a wave vs a particle, light would skew across the cosmos in different ways that would then effect real life events. So in my opinion the watchers are very misguided...
@tchoythao1730
2 жыл бұрын
@@mequavis depends on interpretation of cosmic observation.
@preciousogbodo453
2 жыл бұрын
He will interfere soon in the movies
Comic characters like the Watcher was one of the reasons I stopped reading DC as a kid. I remember watching the moon landing on TV, while reading a Marvel comic with Galactus having a conversation with the Watcher convincing Galactus to not consume the earth. Marvel improved my third grade reading level, and blew my mind as well. Stan Lee and Jack Kirby took comics to a new level.
@dedradunbar2410
2 жыл бұрын
That's was wholesome
@deanvanzelst5011
2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic four #48 or #49 right?
@zackery5678
2 жыл бұрын
How do you even find which comics to start with? I want to read some but idk where to start
@deanvanzelst5011
2 жыл бұрын
@@zackery5678 i started with donny cates his runs. And just watch some vids for background knowledge. Otherwise old f4 are good. 48 till 50 origins of galactus. Or early avengers etc.
@lazarusgrey8721
2 жыл бұрын
Comics definitely were definitely vital for my vocabularies development as a kid. Apocalypses dialogue alone made me fall in love with words and eloquent speech.
Rob: Idk if anyone cares. Everybody: WE CARE ROB MAKE THE VIDEOSSS
@Philosophical24
2 жыл бұрын
Honestly
In the video game Marvel: Ultimate alliance, there was a story beat that introduces Uatu. That’s when I realized there was a very cool, deep lore in comics. I never read any, but that introduction is what got me into a deeper experience with Marvel.
@Sompzii
2 жыл бұрын
Loved that game. Best game ever.
@MalcolmtheGreAt0327
2 жыл бұрын
This is the same story for my intro to the bigger marvel picture. Literally looked up ultimate alliance cutscenes right after I finished this video cuz it reminded me of it lol
@musicismath5820
2 жыл бұрын
Doesn’t he get like destroyed by dr. Doom
@SocraticMind89
2 жыл бұрын
That’s the one we’re he gathers spidey thor Logan and Cap and tells them they have to get he Mkrann crystal and the ultimate nullifer
@jabbrewoki
2 жыл бұрын
@@SocraticMind89 That's a hell of a line up. Cap is the weakest of the group if you don't factor in his leadership and tactical abilities. Wolverine protects Thor while he unleashes lightning, Spider-man keeps the zone safe with hit and run tactics, and Cap stays in the back calling shots and protecting the flanks.
Uatu: “I only observe but can and will not interfere…” Also Uatu: “…except that one time with Galactus, and that other time with Galactus, and that time with the belongings of the fantastic four, and that time with Kang, and that time with my nephew, and that time with Nick Fury, and that time with red Hulk, and that one time…”
Robs new motto "For those of you familiar with this; bear with it"
@user-yr3xr6uv6w
2 жыл бұрын
AND IT'S *insert boring villain name* now, before you immediately click of this video.....
@livestreamgaming420
2 жыл бұрын
@@user-yr3xr6uv6w my favorite videos often start like that
From my understanding, the whole "What If" series, is through The Watchers eyes.
@franklinrichards6559
2 жыл бұрын
All marvel comics are
@SpiderPig-bs7gu
2 жыл бұрын
So he sees everyone in animated form lol Jk
@KaziKami
2 жыл бұрын
Its literally in the intro fdym from my understanding
@madmojo-ou2pz
2 жыл бұрын
Did you see the one with Kilmonger that story was better then Black Panther movie
@purplefordy1
2 жыл бұрын
Nah now he’s just in a hallway full of mirrors
I have known who Uatu is since I was 10 and I still appreciated the explanation.
Of course we’re interested in Uatu sir.
Rob, where is " Thor - Herald of Galactus " full story ???
@EternalCircuit
2 жыл бұрын
kzread.info/dash/bejne/mX2j1MOLnLbVk9o.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/dXuJsNOKmcvLadY.html (Closest thing until he decided to compile all the vids!)
I loved seeing Stan lee annoy the watchers in the mcu, hopefully they’ll make another appearance soon
Oh my God Rob, are you reading my mind, I was literally looking for videos of this character for days.🤣
@timsuckslol
2 жыл бұрын
he made a video about this character 6 years ago
I can't really explain it but Uatu has always been a favorite of mine. Especially after the issue with Sam visiting him. He strikes me as a tragic figure, who is noble and caring but mostly just sometimes lonely. He wants to interact so very much, but does his best to honor his oath. I'd say proof of that is how he not only answers Sam ("He's alive.") but also at the end puts Sam's visiting gift on display in his collection. 😍
The Watcher is the type of guy to witness you getting jumped in a fight and give you that dead cold stare, knowing he won't do a damn thing to stop it. He's an observant bystander.
@teamredshirt
2 жыл бұрын
So you are saying he's the Marvel equivalent of the guy standing there with his cell phone recording, instead of helping. Seems legit.
@adronikos7822
2 жыл бұрын
“Too risky.”
Is it just me or does The Watcher's character design in the What If Disney+ series seem reminiscent of the aspect of Eternity in the 616?
@auxnull
2 жыл бұрын
Its a reskin! Haha
@micsmith672
2 жыл бұрын
Good point but I want eternity in the mcu
Rob. You should redo your history of the marvel universe but fully broken down in like 4. 4 hour parts
They need to come out with a what if story about the watchers actually interfering with events.
@InhabitantOfOddworld
2 жыл бұрын
That's most comics featuring Uatu lol
@fornax4676
2 жыл бұрын
That would be so meta. I would be interested to see that.
@MRVYNE
2 жыл бұрын
They just did lmao
@ZUnknownFox
2 жыл бұрын
just 1 week to go
@iamrardib
2 жыл бұрын
Got some good news for you bro LOL
54yrold woman here. Love your videos. Especially any video on the watchers.
Original sin was a really good story tho
Beyond Omega: Level Legos on the floor.
@Mate397
2 жыл бұрын
Avengers level threat right there.
@Wheres-my-toes-bro
2 жыл бұрын
The only thing worse is stepping on a 3 pin plug, so terrible.
@jasonfuentz7681
2 жыл бұрын
Clean your homes you lazy clods.
"The Watchers" previous name was... "The Intruders" since they interfered with a civilization's evolution 😂
I'm so hyped for what if. As a long standing rob corps member I've been showing and explaining wendy if as a concept to my wife and roommates.
Remember reading my older cousins comics and I loved the watcher. Thought he was so cool.
Rob never think we won’t watch any of you’re videos there all gold
"The Watcher doesn't do anything" 20 min video i wanna do 20 mins worth of nothing lmao
@docdirtymrclean3610
2 жыл бұрын
see thats the plot twist, that by just "watching" he's actually influencing the events.
One of the best things about it channel is I've been reading comics for over 30 years, but no battery how much knowledge i may have about anything particular, you always got some info i didn't know. Not only do you have that info but the way you deliver is always fun and sucks me in fully
This has been really helpful explaining the background of characters seen on the shows. Thank you good Sir!
Uatu at humanity: "I just think they're neat! 😃"
Uatu is easily one of my favorite character in marvel I am so happy to see this
I remember in Adam: The Legend of Blue Marvel comic Uatu changed his ethnicity briefly from white to black when he was talking to Blue Marvel
@EZ95
2 жыл бұрын
Uatu wanted to be a brother
@josephcrawford1718
2 жыл бұрын
He had to get a longer robe😂😂
@steveb9713
2 жыл бұрын
He probably liked listening to the watcher by dr dre
@Gab8riel
2 жыл бұрын
Ethnicity is not a synonym for race/skin tone
@joshuamelton9148
2 жыл бұрын
@@Gab8riel perhaps ethnicity is not best word to be used. I use ethnicity and skin color interchangeability at times
Literally was looking for this yesterday thank you
Great video as always Rob! Funny, I started watching AKA and came across your episode. Was so surprised, worlds colliding!
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I don't care about the Watchers at all but Rob could explain how old his Socks is and I would still love it
@ZenRyoku
2 жыл бұрын
werd
@jaylenjayden9305
2 жыл бұрын
@@ZenRyoku lmao 😂
@trevorghalt1881
2 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣
@natevoid9955
2 жыл бұрын
He definitely makes things more interesting
@ZenRyoku
2 жыл бұрын
tru talk... check his "morning voice" video he recently did.... i swear... he totally needs to do some Barry White covers... 💯
Been waiting for this! Keep up the good work!
Nicely done as always
Rob...from now on when your not sure if its going to be one everyone is into.....just know ya are always wrong when it comes to that. This gonna be one of your most viewed. Every video you do is super well done and even the ones I don't already know I enjoy.
Would you believe that Uatu is my favorite Marvel character? I loved What If as a kid, and I loved reading his narration and thoughts and admiration for the heroes of Earth. And his various cameos in other books were exciting, especially when he intervened, even if in just seemingly small ways that really made all the difference.
Shout out lord snitchzel. Beyond omega level mandrakk the dark monitor
Rob ! Always with the IMPORTANT VIDEOS🔥🤷🏽♂️
Thanks for the video!
Great video! Have you ever considered making the audio of your videos available as podcasts? I would love to have something like this to listen to during my commute. Thanks for the great content, by the way.
Beyond Omega Level: Mandrakk the Dark Monitor (DC)
@kingshadow8782
2 жыл бұрын
I hope he listens to you.
@peterdelisle7083
2 жыл бұрын
At this point I'm rooting for you too dude lol
@KrazyArrows
2 жыл бұрын
I think it’s in his older playlist like 5-6 years ago
@lordschnitzel7961
2 жыл бұрын
@@KrazyArrows he hasn’t done this ever. He has done the Overmonitor
We're sitting here watching this video while The Watcher watches us watch this video. Whole lotta watching...
Thanks for making this
Glad you made this. Its better than my poor attempt at sharing knowledge to friends of mine that did not grow up reading comics but are all interested in the MCU now. They watched the movies initially because I recommended watching them a dozen years ago but now, in addition to my enthusiasm for the Marvel stories, are enjoying the films on their own merits. Thank you! Easier to explain with visuals and a cohesive historical review of The Watcher than my ramblings! Plus, I don't know much about him after the 2000s. Now I do! 👍👍👍
I forgot how bad I wanted you to make a video on the watcher, I've wanted this since you covered original sin so thanks Rob!
Wish you a good day Rob! 😄
I love Uatu♥️. I also love hearing Rob say his name over and over 🤣
Nice, I was just wondering earlier today if you would do a video on Uatu and here it is.
Well I love the cosmic side of Marvel. I wanna see Eternity, The Living Tribunal and so much more. Im so excited for Eternals because we finally get to see Celestials.
Uatu gets overlooked a lot I’m happy for this
Beyond omega level: Logos (Marvel) Or What if black lantern doomsday
This was so awesome I love Uata thanks for sharing. Your Chanel is amazing great content💯.
I needed this video
I can't believe you haven't done this video already hahaha awesome
very good job
Hey Rob, can you explain: 1)Sonic the Hedgehog (Archie Comics) 2)Spider-Woman (Julia Carpenter) 3)The Mother of Existence 4)Lobster Johnson 5)Mogo the Living Planet 6)Crimson Dynamo (Valetin Shatalov) 7)Bat-Mite 8)Blue Beetle(Jaime Reyes) 9)Trigon 10)Etrigan 11)Hellboy 12)The Young Avengers 13)Judge Death 14)The Tick 15)Lego Bionicle Comics 16)Hawkman & Hawkgirl 17)the Mandarin 18)Steel 19)The Eradicator 20)Cyborg Superman 21)Reptil 22)the Doom Patrol 23)The Key(DC) 24)Spider-Woman (Jessica Drew) Beyond Omega Level: Odin’s Doom(Ultimate Alliance Final Boss Dr Doom) Ultra Instinct Shaggy
@EternalCircuit
2 жыл бұрын
2 (already did it), 5(already did it),7(already did it), 9(already did it), 10(already did it), 11(already did it - sort of ), 12 (bit too broad), 13(already did it), 14 (doubt it), 15 (metrics make it doubtful), 16((already did it multiple times), 17 (probably), 18 ((already did it - sort of), 19 (already did it), 21 (already did it), 22 -24 (doubtful), U.I. Shaggy (no chance)...
@simonjoyfool7714
2 жыл бұрын
@@EternalCircuit Which of these would you like for him to talk about?
I've always loved the watcher. Utah is kinda like a marvel cosmic angel 😇
@zacwilson6231
2 жыл бұрын
I've always thought of Utah as a very forgettable state
@buraddorun3043
2 жыл бұрын
LOL!
@simonholyoak8869
2 жыл бұрын
@@zacwilson6231 that was a good gag mate. Post mormon
Jeffrey Wright did a phenomenal job as the voice of the watcher on the new What If series. Shout out to all of the Westworld fans out there.
@alissa6
2 жыл бұрын
Shout out to Peoples Hernandez fans.
Wellover due, well done!
My favorite story with the Watcher is Earth X and Universe X: Heralds (I think it’s called)
@jasonseipler2665
2 жыл бұрын
These stories are indeed the most intriguing use of the Watcher(s). His role as a mentor, manipulator, antagonist, but ultimately broken and shamed is all wonderfully addressed in an understated way.
Rob have you done the Collector? You should. And all the other elders of the universe. Love your stuff man!
Perfect timing!
Great video, Rob!!! I appreciate your analysis and explanation of a character that only the "comic book sweaties" crowd has any knowledge of. Keep up the excellent work...
After what if episode 8, I now care about the Watcher....
I loved this video, I watched it with my nieces and nephews after we watched the, What If....? episode's. And they needed help explain who the watcher is. And helping explain the multiverse a little bit better. GOOD JOB
Uatu is my favorite dude. Love this
Such a cool video! Mahalo 🤙🏽
The creators of Watcher in Marvel Comics needs a standing ovation. I have no idea where did they get this idea? There are some mentions of Watchers in Vedic or Pre-Vedic Scriptures. Don't know if they got these ideas from there.
@DaellusKnights
Жыл бұрын
If you look closely you can actually find something similar to the Watchers in most ancient lore. Even the ancient Babylonians and Simmurians(sp?) had the Chroniclers...
Good video bro
How goes it Y’all! New to the channel just wanted to give a shout out from New Mexico. I’m diggn all the great content. Thank you for all you do.
Love ya Rob
Uatu is amazing and original sin where he was killed is an amazing story... keep killing these videos good sir!!!
Rob: i don’t know if anyone will care Also Rob: chuckles sadly Rob, buddy... is everything okay?
Man seeing those throw back f4 images, makes me nostalgic for a movie we are never going to get
Dude anything you cover is interesting cause you go full in depth and the raspy voice is stimulating to people that suffer tinnitus
I didn't know that I cared about Uatu the Watcher and I still don't! Haha good stuff Rob
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I never really bought into Uatu getting killed so easily. By a mortal. Or even losing an eye to the group of losers that invaded his lair on the moon. You’re talking about a cosmic immortal capable of foreseeing every possible outcome and reality who can teleport anywhere, render himself undetectable and intangible and could avoid fighting if he wanted to without harm. They should have at least had him go down swinging in style and losing in a manner with much better writing.
@javodey
Жыл бұрын
In Marvel Zombies Return, Ant-Man bit The Watcher in half and in the end, he just reformed with the explanation of "You can't kill me, I am eternal." So yeah, if a GIANT FRICKIN ZOMBIE can't kill The Watcher, I don't buy for a second that a bullet from Nick Fury could.
@heinrichbrauchen5752
Жыл бұрын
@@javodey heck, he's pretty much IMMUNE TO ALL DISEASE AND SICKNESS IF THE MARVEL ZOMBIES VIRUS CANT AFFECT HIM. The watcher did come back luckily. 😊
Rob could talk about how moss grows and i would watch it and love it
Yesterday I was reading Original Sin, today Rob makes this video. Cosmic design at work ladies gentlemaen
Uatu watches everyone who watches this video, but you’ll never see him. ~_~
@MauZangetsu
2 жыл бұрын
For he is The Watcher!
It is kind of funny how Silver Surfer has been provided in the movies already (Fantastic Four) but Galactus has not yet been seen (except that weird destruction cloud worm which made no sense).
@jcrangel1721
2 жыл бұрын
That was real! I thought I dreamt that shi+!
DAM ROB YOU DID YOUR HOMEWORK. As I was listening I was thinking about the football game with Spiderman. Didn't think you would mention that book being it was a one book story from the 80s. Your the Man ROB!! Keep on Preaching The Good Word!!!
Are you going to read al Ewing's defenders bc Galactus' mom is in it?!
Uatu the watcher is the coolest of the aliens and abstracts in marvel . When you see him. You know something interesting gonna happen. Glad he's back. Good show.👍
Love this video cause finally I now understand the watchers....But could you make a video about the cosmic coven?...the three witches who ripped the phoenix out of thane with ease!
The watcher is so cool Dr. Dre wrote a song about him
5:05 the Dr. Suse tribe..lol
this was cool, didn't know a lot of this. I didn't get to see much of The Watcher before Civil War. I'm hoping they take a look at the Godslap comic too.
@matthewschwartz6607
2 жыл бұрын
Godslap?
@anvec6145
2 жыл бұрын
@@matthewschwartz6607 independent thing i found recently, was made by Moistcritical and his friends. I thinks its pretty new, but im curious about it.
Beyond Omega Level: Icon.
Hey rob, Are you planning to continue the heroes reborn story?
You REALLY need to look and read the trilogy of the early 1900’s stories of “John Carpenter.” These individuals have been mentioned before the Marvel era.
I always get The Watchers confused with DC (Green Lantern)
This left more questions than I had coming in....
Awesome
Beyond AFK Level: Uatu, the Watcher
@private679r.i.c.o4
2 жыл бұрын
Lmao
Uatu was really cool in the Earth X trilogy. Especially as a counterpoint to Machine Man. He was a bit of an arse and was a great character there because of it.
I care Rob. Thanks for the great content.