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@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Those are some VERY controversial takes.

@KingOfHarlots86

Жыл бұрын

How dare you 😂.

@alexvaughan1013

Жыл бұрын

Floch is (not) a fascist.

@demonwolfgod8450

Жыл бұрын

@@Reddrik you want contraversal, then heres one. Levi is not the best characterm

@YourIQDoesntMeanShitToMe

11 ай бұрын

period @@demonwolfgod8450

Reiner is the embodiment of "fatherless behavior".

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

fax

@HOPEfullBoi01

Жыл бұрын

@@Reddrik 📠

@calciumboy406

Жыл бұрын

@@Reddrikno printer

@crystalyze5130

Жыл бұрын

Hi majima

@jasonnong3305

Жыл бұрын

literally

This actually did change how I see Reiner. I never really looked at his Warrior side as a persona, but the way you explained it totally makes sense. Reiner is such an amazing character, you really did him justice. His conversation with Eren in "Declaration of War" is one of my favourites moments in any series.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad I could convince you! Thank you so much man

@RaffyDGoat

2 жыл бұрын

@@Eren-da-Jaeger Good for you to assume that. Maybe read my comment again.

@PigOfGreed

Жыл бұрын

man I don’t mean to be rude but how did you not see Reiner’s warrior side as a persona before this?

@TheRealHp

Жыл бұрын

@@RaffyDGoat what in your comment implies youve watched twice?

I love Reiners character so much. He’s so complex and the scene where he reveals that he and Bertolt are traitors is absolutely my favorite moment in fiction.

@Reddrik

Жыл бұрын

I can’t tell you the amount of times I’ve watched that scene.

@vriksi

Жыл бұрын

That scene for me invokes the same feeling as when Hank discovers Walter is Heisenberg. So not surprised Isayama loves that show.

I hadn't made the connection before seeing this that Reiner even before he attempts suicide, he wanted to be there for the children to have a strong figure to look up to, he bought them a bunch of food and he wanted them to have a great day outside the walls. He was unconsciously trying to give them the kind of care and guidance that he didn't have as a child.

@Reddrik

Жыл бұрын

Spot on!

My views on Reiner hasn’t changed, as he’s still one of my favorite characters in the show. I just have a newfound appreciation for him as this has opened my eyes to my own flaws and shortcomings as a human and as a man. People are often most critical of themselves during their teen years. But having left that at the age of 20 I am now, honestly this kind of internal reflection that this video and Reiner’s arc as a whole just goes to show that there’s still a lot that needs to be addressed in one’s life. Like you stated, that change sometimes could take over the course of an entire life. This video, and yours on Jean have been more helpful than anyone else could have been. So thanks for the great content.

@fizzywizzylemonsqueezy1774

Жыл бұрын

I also coincidentally agree

@CarbonatedGravy

Жыл бұрын

Part of why I love aot so much, been watching the mystery unfold from my mid teens when it started to now as it’s finally ending, and maturing and reflecting the whole time, seeing yourself in these complex well developed characters who are maturing alongside yourself at the same time is really something else

@Lunarcheese72

Жыл бұрын

I remember when I was 20 and thought I'd "grown up." Give it a few years, lad.

@russianconservative

Жыл бұрын

@@Lunarcheese72 soon to be 20 years old here: I think it’s not about “wow, I’m 20 now, I’ve grown up”, but rather “shit, I’m 20 now, time to grow up before it’s too late”

@jameswilkes451

2 ай бұрын

I remember a similar feeling when I hit 20 as well. Almost like I could see the chapters of my life more clearly. Turns out a final stint of brain growth occurs between the ages of 20-25, most occuring around the 20-21 mark. Interesting stuff! I found my psyche really developed around that time. A shame I just have depression lol

Reiner has always been the most interesting AOT character to me. I always felt like he was the most internally tragic character. He is so sincere in his desire to grow, but completely disenfranchised and intensely in need of a mentor. And he is consistently punished for failing, despite trying to trail-blaze his identity in the only ways he understands how. He deserved so much better, but was thrust onto a stage he wasn't prepared for. And inevitably his lack of development created failure and resulted in deeper damage to his ability to finally develop into a full man. He really never stood a chance.

Bonus comment: I'd love to see you do a double analysis of Ymir and Historia(double because their characters are such obvious parallels to each other that they can't really be separated) and how they both wear masks of selfishness and selflessness despite internally being the exact opposite.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve actually already seen extremely comprehensive videos covering their dichotomy, I’m not sure how much new stuff I’d have to offer. I’ll think on it, though!

@t-ro6176

Жыл бұрын

What mask was Ymir wearing I get historian but ymir was on of the most selfish people on the show she didn’t care for anybody on paradise only historia

@jesusclause4164

Жыл бұрын

@@t-ro6176 she died literally sacrificing herself for Historia even though she couldve lived and Historia died. Ymir's true nature is selflessness, she only became selfish after the very people who worshipped her betrayed her, she never wanted to live for other people again, she vowed to live with herself and hid behind a mask of selfishness until she had found someone to ultimately sacrifice herself for, which was Historia.

@TK_Danes

Жыл бұрын

@@jesusclause4164 This is it. I feel like Ymir. I'm seen as selfish. But I'm actually selfless (due to my fawn response and kindness). Outwardly I'm seen selfish. But I sacrifice alot for those I love. They can't see it. But those who do, knows

Season 4 Reiner was actually 1 of my favorite characters (along with Jean). I always had a lot sympathy for him and could see pretty obviously in season 4 he regretted the life he lived and felt that what he was brought up being told he needed to do was wrong. I struggle myself with anxiety, depression, ptsd, and to a great extent “lack of knowing myself” because growing up I was never allowed to be anything other than what was expected (and grew up without a father too, though I’m female so I’m not sure if that plays a part or not). That might be why he ended up as 1 of my favorites, being able to identify with him on some level. So, while this video might not have changed how I view him, it showed in great detail how he came to be one of the best characters, in my opinion. It humanized him and gave him depth (a depth that I felt he didn’t have in season 1 when he was still fronting his persona). I’m glad to see such a in-depth analysis of him.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

I think the reasons you’ve listed for your resonance with Reiner is why so many people connect with him - This is life, and life is too impersonal and brutal to not scar and immobilize you in some way. Art, then, is the remedy, as it both betrays and compliments life. Art is an avenue for dissecting the absurdity of this great mess we’re in. Clearly, Attack on Titan is doing it’s job if Reiner resonated with you so profoundly. I really appreciate your extension of vulnerability. :)

@DandDgamer

Жыл бұрын

Its amazing how this show makes you care for its "villains". Reiner being depressed always makes me upset.

Hello! I wanna start this comment off by saying I am not only a major Reiner lover but also a psychology student and a major nut for psychology and mental health discussion and research. Firstly, I want to say THANK YOU so much for making an analysis of Reiner and his mental state and not just slapping the label of Disassociative Identity Disorder onto him. I feel like way too many people see his splintered self and are so quick to claim that he has DID. I feel like, as you said, his troubles-- while they are absolutely still rooted in early life trauma as DID is-- are much more strongly indicative of something like a personality disorder or attachment disorder, and ongoing conflict with persona + ego and sense of self. In my opinion it also goes without saying that Reiner (and honestly several other characters) undoubtably exhibit symptoms of PTSD. I also really enjoyed your whole discussion of the battle of one's self image relating to masculinity, and discovering/coming to terms with the fact that armour is useless without something soft inside to be protected. I will say the one thing I really disagreed with is your point that all of his compassion towards others while hiding behind his personas was fabricated and fake. I absolutely do think that he felt and cared for people on both sides of the wall, though definitely not everybody, and he for sure cared for some more than others. For example, while he may not have had strong attachment or feeling for all of those he spent time with in the 104th, I don't think you can deny that there wasn't at least some sort of connection there, at least for a few of the others. (There are a lot more little hints and nuggets of content demonstrating this in the manga, but also in places like the short stories and other official yet more obscure sources of AoT content.) Take for example Bertholdt's speech near the end of season 2 when he and Reiner are trying to flee with Eren and Ymir-- the whole point of that monolouge of his was to desperately try making it clear to the others that he and Reiner's time among the other 104th members wasn't entirely an act. That it was essentially the only respite they had had in life, and that it pained them to have to go through with their mission against these people which they had come to view as friends in at least some way. To mention Bertholdt again, I think that he in particular is an excellent example of the fact that Reiner's compassion absolutely is not entirely superficial in all cases. Honestly it could be argued that Bertholdt was one of the few people Reiner was able to harbor genuine attachment to without as much guilt. I could go on about that particular point for ages, but I think a small detail (which was left out of the anime for some reason or another :() that really helps to illustrate Reiner's genuine care for Bertholdt-- again, over most others, I would argue-- is that after the battle of Shiganshina, Reiner is shown crying when Zeke saves him and he realizes that Bertholdt was left behind. The only other brief thing I want to mention is your idea that Reiner is attracted to Historia because she mirrors his sense of insincere compassion. I don't deny that both of them definitely know a thing or two about insincere compassion-- to a degree-- and an aching need to prove themselves which stems from bad parental figures. You got it right on the nose there I think! But again, I don't think that either of their compassion was truly 100% faked all of the time. If anything, I think his attraction to Historia is the insincere thing in this situation. We only ever see him commenting on and/or expressing his "attraction" to her whenever he is clearly deep into the influence of his soldier persona; instances where he seems to be forgetting his true self. so I think it could reasonably be argued that he never really felt genuine romantic attraction to her of any kind. All this being said, I liked your video a lot more than any other analysis of Reiner and his character that I've watched. Like I said before, so many of them hinge on saying he has DID which I don't really feel is accurate. But your video had a lot of well-informed psychological discussion which I not only enjoyed watching but also felt was way more true to Reiner's character. I like that you continuously were pulling from things like quotes and interviews from Isayama throughout the analysis as well, and making an effort to really analyze not just Reiner here, but also the show and its plot + intent + themes. Overall, other than disagreeing with you on the feigned compassion piece, I did enjoy your video a lot!! All of this is just my opinion anyways and honestly it's awesome enough seeing a video like this on my favourite character, one that clearly had a lot of time, thought, and research put into it! It didn't change my view of Reiner, but it definitely was not a bad watch, and you've convinced me to watch your analysis of Jean as well :D ( Also holy shit I'm sorry for leaving such a ridiculous wall of text in your comments section god damn 😭)

@matthewsteele99

11 ай бұрын

i recall that in the manga, Reiner's ptsd centered around not only what was shown in the anime, but also how he had to leave Bertholdt behind to die, a guilt that ate him up on the inside that nearly drove him to ending his life it was a shame that the anime didn't show their brotherhood as well

@johne.5250

11 ай бұрын

Absolutely. What happened to Bertholdt and how helpless he was to do anything was a huge part of what drove Reiner's mental health to become as bad as it was and you are so right that it definitely comes across better in the manga. Those two were such inseparable other halves that Bert's death left Reiner completely broken, especially since Reiner felt at least somewhat responsible for it

@matthewsteele99

11 ай бұрын

@@johne.5250 survivors guilt

@jayteeblues

Ай бұрын

I wholeheartedly agree with all you said!! Thanks for this thoughtful comment!

I usually hardly ever comment on KZread, but I just felt like saying you're probably the best SNK analysis channel out there. I can only imagine how much work goes into making these videos, but they all make me appreciate this amazing anime even more ❤ Hats off.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

That is an ENORMOUS compliment considering how many extremely talented SNK channels are out there. Thank you so much for saying so!!!

@justhaku9240

2 жыл бұрын

I agree, from at least what I'm aware of I'm subbed to most channels that either focus or make AoT essays and reddrik is easily my favorite next to invaderz They both deserve so many more subs

@zub41r75

2 жыл бұрын

@@Reddrik What talented SNK channels are out there? Invaderzz? don't make me laugh. Most are deluded af. Your content is good and because you are anime-only it makes sense. The ending was trash and any content creator that doesn't criticise it is a hypocrite and disingenuous.

@zub41r75

2 жыл бұрын

@@justhaku9240 Nah Invaderzz is trash. Soul was the best but he dropped AoT after that awful ending. I don't blame him. AbD and Chibi reviews also destroyed the AoT ending. Many other anime tubers too. Rightfully so. I think Reddrik will hate the ending since he is smart.

"With the barrel of a gun in his mouth Reiner has this epiphany and he kills the part of himself his father's absence has built" Man what a beautiful & well presented video. Reiner is without a doubt my favorite AoT character so when I saw you were doing a video on him man, was I HYPED. I've always seen Reiner as a child seeking compassion & love, and I might've had half the answer right, but your analysis using the persona/ego/shadow was just great & (as usual with your videos) made me appreciate his character even more. I already recognized many of the things you mentioned, like the story of the man who hung himself, how Eren is a reflection of Reiner or the scene were he was about to un-alive himself as a moment of renaissance but I was never able to put all the pieces together the way you did here. That scene were Reiner is saved by Falco's hit on the wall behind him never once did I thought of it as Reiner killing his persona! Bc you're right, he DID pull the trigger and the editing in that moment really makes it seem like he did shot the gun. That realization while watching your video was really cool. And that ending with the upheaval against the king/father and how AoT does it through Reiner it was simply beautiful. You always bring a new light to whatever character or theme you talk about and I really appreciate that. Whether it's thru philosophy, psychology, literature or even religion one of the many things I love about AoT is the way it can be analyzed from many different perspectives and you always do a great job at that, you're very clear with what you want to say without making it sound overly complicated. Every time I watch your videos it feels like I learned something new. That part of reniner making headcanons & jean being based enough to become like marco was hilarious lmao I'm sorry if my english is hard to read, it's not my first language. But thank you for making great content. You deserve way more subs & recognition.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

I so, so deeply appreciate this comment because not only is it a sincere expression of kindness, but you very clearly understood what I was trying to say. I often worry I lose ideas in rhetoric, and it’s a breath of fresh air to read this and see resonance. Thank you so much for the feedback.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Your English is incredible, by the way!

It wasn't just a negligent father, he was parentified by the emotional instability in his home environment with his mom. It's heavily implied that she heavily implied he needed to fix her problems. He was never actually a child. That said I don't think he's evil, I think acting like the father figure he didn't have made him feel better & it became habit because our brains like to keep doing what feels good because of how the reward systems are set up.

@iantaakalla8180

Жыл бұрын

It is also worth noting that all of Reiner’s personas involve being a reliable person. First, he had to be the best warrior. Then, he had to be the excellent replacement to Marcel. Upon his split, Reiner had to be a hard-yet-fair trainer in the 114th and also the consummate spy. Reiner really expects that he will shoulder burdens until he can’t, and his parentification is a big part of that.

People often talk about Eren's side of his argument that he is the same as Reiner but often not Reiner's side. Yes, they were both indoctrinated. Yes, they were both victims of circumstance and selfish goals. But no one talks about a deep, inate part of both of their characters. Internal discovery and acting upon it. For Eren, he has already figured out exactly who he is what he desires for, and his journey as making that desire come true. For Reiner, he falsely feeds himself lies and contradictions about who he is and spends the entire series reawakening the true version of himself that he has lost since he was barely a teenager. This is the true reason why Eren and Reiner clash. They are both victims of their desires. They don't want to be heroes, they don't want to be nobles, they simply want what was taken from them at such a young age. For Eren, it was his birthright to be free. For Reiner, it was his true self that was hidden beneath several masks. Season 4 is the ultimate breaking point of both sides and it is where it is confirmed that Eren and Reiner were always fated to clash with each other. Eren stops being the Sword forced to protect and instead lives up to being the Attack Titan, because he realized that living as a savior isn't his role. Reiner stops being a closeminded propagandist and embraces his role as the savior - not out of who he aspires to be, but because it's who he truly is. The position he's been dealt.

This was an incredibly enriching analysis!! I had always traced Reiner's Warrior/Soldier dilemma back to his horrible experience with Marco, but I'd never given more thought to how he portrayed himself through his Warrior persona since way back before that, and how that ties in to his attraction to "Christa". And also the paralels you drew with Marcel/Marco/Marlo and Jean were incredible, I really hope you analyze all the characters!!

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!! I plan on it 🤘🏼

@justhaku9240

2 жыл бұрын

Same for me, I always thought it was his search for acceptance, Marcel and Marco that broke him but it's so much more then that

5:11 this joke is underrated

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU, I can’t believe no one else mentioned it lmao

First Off the usual quote “Art for art's sake is an empty phrase. Art for the sake of truth, art for the sake of the good and the beautiful, that is the faith I am searching for.” ― George Sand Furthermore all the more you don't have the right kidding how did I miss this by 10 days! I will write a concise to the point hopefully with little segway feedback laden response after the 33 minutes have elapsed. And maybe digested a little, with a 'dab' of passage of time.

The Titanfolk Translation was beautiful.

Extremely interesting as always. Not really convinced the help and morale he offers Armin and Eren when he sees them struggle in training with things he's struggled with himself are superficial forms of compassion. Seeing yourself in others' struggles and not wanting them to keep suffering the way you had to is to me what empathy at its strongest means. And there's also the fact that when Reiner's father rejected him, Reiner tells himself he doesn't need his father and that he can still be the one to save the world. The idea that this will solve everything is shattered by Marcel's death etc., but it does reveal the genuine wish for change that Reiner's always carried with him (like Reiner saying he can't die yet when he's breaking through the walls because he still doesn't understand anything), that to me is why Eren says he and Reiner are the same. Were he to have grown up in Liberio, Eren's obsession with freedom would have manifested in him becoming a warrior so he could destroy the island of those devils who are responsible for him having to live life inside a prison.

@marinecomponentvandefensie5351

2 жыл бұрын

I mainly want to point out that as a kid Reiner has expressed more desires than just the one for approval

you just made every "big brain" thought that I've had about his character look so surface level. well done! I thought that I had him figured out but you discussed things that have never even crossed my mind before. I look forward to seeing your future videos as I'm sure that they will be filled with pure brilliance.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you so much!

In my honest opinion, you just made one of the best videos on KZread. That video blew me away and I was left speechless. I was literally shaking my head in disbelief. You are one of the best to ever do it. I can't believe how every video becomes so much more thought provoking and insightful. I literally gained a wealth of knowledge I didn't know I actually needed on the topic of masculinity and mental health. I'm literally going to watch this over and over to fully absorb these perspectives. You are literally helping me build foundational blocks in my life, whether that means anything or not, it doesn't matter. My greatest request to you is to read Vinland Saga or watch the anime's first season. This story has changed me personally, but I would love your perspective on this story because I can trust you to give me more knowledge and insight than I did before. Again, you are the best!

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

This comment is now an accolade of mine. This is such a kind and vulnerable missive. Thank you SO much for saying so, I’m really glad these ideas aren’t falling on deaf ears. It’s a relief. I’ll absolutely take a gander at your recommendation.

@BeastlyNerd

2 жыл бұрын

@@Reddrik I appreciate your response! Truly blessed to have come across your channel 🤗

@Max-fq4io

2 жыл бұрын

I can only agree with you, I feel the same way about these videos. Reddrik you're the best.

@keyarthule5886

Жыл бұрын

i agree, after watching this, even 10 months later from it's initial release, i'm rethinking everything i've done in my life.

@FriedMetroid

Жыл бұрын

Seconding Vinland Saga. One of the most based stories in modern times.

You spontaneous fan dub in the middle just trailing off into giggling was hysterical.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

ymir drawlin frfr

Reiner is my favorite SnK/AoT character (and one of my favorites of all time) so I have seen pretty much every video on him on this platform, but I gotta say, this is probably the best. I think you completely nailed his character, and even I learned a few things, seriously, great work!!

I seriously cannot believe how underrated you are. The quality of your videos, research incorporated into them, and sheer passion oozing from each minute makes for an incredibly enjoyable watch. Keep up the hard work, it’s fascinating to watch.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

This comment is enormously kind, thank you so much for saying so.

The wait is over! I’d love to hear your thoughts on the analysis, positive or negative, so hit me with them. As of right now I’m not monetized, and I’m not cool enough for a Patreon, so if you’d like to support me, I have a list of affiliate resources in the description if you’re interested in doing further reading on some of the ideas presented in the video. TATAKAE.

@richboss_

2 жыл бұрын

Nah man, Patreon is not cool enough for you 😌😏 jk Happy to support you!

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

@@richboss_ Thank you my g 🤘🏼

@justhaku9240

2 жыл бұрын

Is there any other way I can support you monetarily besides buying the books? To be completely honest I wouldn't read it and I doubt you get a very big percentage, I'd rather just send it directly

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

@@justhaku9240 That is EXTREMELY kind of you, but unfortunately not. Maybe I’ll wind up opening a Patreon soon! Thank you a ton anyway, I really appreciate it.

@zakman4584

2 жыл бұрын

Duuuuudee oh my god I love that whole concept about characters dying and passing off their traits. It's so believable and definitely intentional but idek how you notice something like that, its just so hidden and i love how you touch on far out aspects that NO ONE else has ever talked about seemingly.

Reiner is such a fun character cause over the course of the story I went from loving him to hating him to pitying him to hating him again and right back to loving him. Truly an emotional rollercoaster.

19:22 this is the best video essay ever

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

TLDR on the whole video: reiner’s psyche cucks him

Did it change how I seen Reiner? No Why? Because Reiner was already my fav character. I understand his duality. 🖤

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Glad we’re on the same page! Did I at least introduce a couple new ideas?

@Eilineva

2 жыл бұрын

@@Reddrik yes! It is a really good analyse. I never think about ego or persona for him, but now it's just obvious. I always through it was a deep split of personnality. It break my heart a little bit more for him. Such a great guy, prisoner of himself, the expectation of the World, the look of his parents... So many years of suffering. I wish he could have a "happy ending"

i was skeptical when i saw the title but honestly this video did change how i see reiner and some of the themes of aot , great job figuring this out and especially conveying it

I wouldn’t say you change the way I saw him but you helped me understand him better and you also change the way I see myself thank you

I'm a manga reader and I was revisiting reiner's character and i can say this video is spot on for most points,this will only age like a fine wine after the ending

@Reddrik

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Looking forward to the end to see how it holds up. 🙏🏻

@lajsin

Жыл бұрын

So how do you feel about his arc being concluded by him sniffing historia's handwriting?

@simonditomasso9868

Жыл бұрын

@@lajsin I WAS ABOUT TO SAY THAT 😂 that was so goofy….

@Monorat

Жыл бұрын

​@@simonditomasso9868 you could say because he's himself now, sometimes a complete fuckin wimp or weirdo, no longer this fake macho guy

@Monorat

Жыл бұрын

​@@simonditomasso9868 but maybe that is reaching a bit ahahahaa cause that shit was still quite despicable

You did justice my fave aot character . Thanks you for all your hard work and dedication . Hope your channel bloomes because you deserve more appreciation from the community

NGL I was Shocked at how deep this goes. This made me realize that a main reason I like Reiner is that I relate to elements of his struggle. I kinda feel like I gotta look at myself a bit more lol.

This definitely gave me more insight into Reiner's character! I never thought of things from the persona and ego perspective. Looks like I just found a lot more books I have to read. Top notch quality work, as I've come to expect. Thanks for putting me in the intro, that was tight! Tatakae my guy

Thanks for making this; some of the information helped me see things clearer, things I was thinking about, things I was experiencing. Not many people are able to make videos and media which does that. You're helpful, thanks

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

They’re certainly things we’re ALL experiencing. We just don’t talk about them for some reason. Thank you a bunch for saying so.

This is such a beautiful analysis

@Reddrik

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Wow, this was filled to the brim with such amazing philosophy and analysis!

I've read and heard so many video essays, but none went so deep into mythology, philosophy and references. You've earned another subscriber today! I loved your content!

Yes, I love Reiner forever ❤️❤️

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

You and me both, dude.

Dude I am so excited! As Reiner connects to my life so much! Damn!

@WackyOmatic

2 жыл бұрын

another fellow say sainik

@hououinkyoumaich

2 жыл бұрын

@@WackyOmatic yooo say sena rockksss

you no what I really got IN a shock that reiner was the armoured because i always viewed as a big brother that warms my heart and i want that reiner back but now i understand what was really goin on in his mind thats what makes him more complex to understand thats why i love reiner thank you reddrik

@Reddrik

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure man, glad it resonated with you!

This video changed how I see myself, and has encapsulated my life’s journey. Thank you bro for taking the time to make this.

I feel so attacked. I already related to his depression, and now I also relate to him wearing an emotional armour from himself. It's a result of being bullied back then, and i'm still struggling with feeling my emotions instead of performing them for others and being just numb inside. Ouch.

@Reddrik

Жыл бұрын

Hajime Isayama offers the antidote, friend. :)

People mostly see a Jean in themselves but I was more of a Reiner (though the redemption arc hasn't quite come yet lol). The persona theme really clicked with me. Great video, you finally posted and absolutely nailed it. Keep up the good work!

Those last few minutes of the "atonement" segment...actually evoked emotion from me. Thank you very much.

Okay this video was... A complete masterpiece, thank you so much for making this and please make more quality content like this, cheers

I've now had eleven comments asking for ways to support my content, so I'm putting this out there for anyone who is in a comfortable financial situation and likes what I do: ko-fi.com/reddrik

dude this is one of the best character analysis videos I've ever seen. Ever. Im shocked you only have 20k views.

@Reddrik

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much man. Yeah, the algorithm wasn’t nice to this one lol

Reddrik, I’ve been heavily invested in Attack on Titan since 2017. I absolutely adore its story and characters. However, I suck at understanding the greater subtext and meaning of the work sometimes. I found your channel through your Jean video. Like many fans who got into Attack on Titan through the… ship-heavy, tumblr-y side of the fandom, I misunderstood him for a while. I liked Jean, but the horse jokes and the fanon depiction of him as a “cocky asshole” warped my perception. It was through your video on Jean that I realized how stunted he was as a person, how much growth he’s experienced, and just how masterfully he was written. I rewatched parts of the anime after that video, and found myself really loving him. He’s now one of my favorite characters in Attack on Titan. Your Jean video was flawless, and I knew I’d want to see more of your content. I’m very, VERY glad I subscribed! Your insight into Reiner is FASCINATING!!! You really did change the way I see Reiner, and I think your explanation of his personas makes much more sense than the one the majority of the fandom knows. Connecting them to his need for approval is brilliant! The second you brought up the “merging of souls” point with Marco and Jean, as well as Marcel and Galliard, I started thinking about how that could apply to other characters. I can’t believe I’d never made this connection before, or heard anyone discuss it before this video!!! Could this “merge” apply to Ksaver and Zeke, or Ymir and Historia? I definitely intend to rewatch some of the more Reiner-centric Attack on Titan episodes to see him in this new light. I’ve already shared this video with my friends who love Attack on Titan, and I know they’ll enjoy it as well! I really must praise you not only for the research and writing you’ve done, but for the ways your videos are structured. You present this information in a way that is easy to understand, despite the complexity of psychology. I know jack shit about psychology, and yet you explain these concepts in ways I can understand. The way you format these videos is as if you are walking the viewer through a puzzle maze, guiding us through the process of fitting the pieces together until we can reach the end. I like writing video essays/presentations myself (I’ve never shared them online, and they are nowhere NEAR as polished as yours lol). They are fun when you get your initial idea and start gathering connections and making points, but the labor required to complete them is… heavy. Researching, taking notes, finding examples, creating narratives, writing scripts, gathering visuals, collecting audio, recording the voice track, EDITING… it’s so much work! I have to say, for the fourth video of its kind on this channel, you’ve really nailed this down. Structuring your thoughts/points/arguments into cohesive, steady narratives is SO DIFFICULT, and yet you do it really well! For this kind of quality, I’m happy to wait however long it takes for you to be happy with your work. The wait for this video was 110% worth it. I’d love to hear your analysis of other characters, arcs, themes, etc. from Attack on Titan! And analysis of other anime, movies, or tv shows as well! I had originally written a list here with some suggestions of other Attack on Titan characters you could make videos on, but I ended up listing nearly every major character in the series. The passion you have for analysis and storytelling is very clear in your videos. I’m eagerly waiting for your next one, no matter how long the wait may be!

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

When I tell you I read this whole thing with a goofy grin plastered on my face I mean it. Thank you SO MUCH. I’m really thrilled - you’ve highlighted my EXACT goal in making these videos. I wanted to translate large facilities of shared experience, understanding the invisible mechanics of the mind, in a very digestible and accessible way without sacrificing the concepts’ organic complexity. So many people miss out on such vital stuff as they never get around to picking up dusty, old textbooks. No disrespect to the textbook, of course, as without the textbook videos like this wouldn’t be possible, but we are all toiling over shared experiences, feelings, and archetypes which are UNIVERSAL to every human, yet we fail on almost every level to communicate on them with one another since not many people HAVE someone to introduce them to the said textbook. Thanks so much for the comment. Also, I highly recommend publishing a video essay/presentation, just for fun! It’s heavy work, but extremely fulfilling work. If you have anything to offer in this medium, I will be the first to watch it. :)

@ES-ee2mk

2 жыл бұрын

If I must leave one video suggestion, it would be an analysis of either Ymir, Historia, or their relationship/impact on each other. They are both very complex on their own, but the way they change the directions of each other’s lives is really something. Ymir encourages Historia to be more selfish (valuing her own life and her future), and Historia makes Ymir a more selfless person (giving up on her life to keep Historia safe). Even a video just on Ymir would be super interesting! I think she is misunderstood by the fandom at large as a character who doesn’t see the value in living, when she actually cares very much about the trajectory of her own life. And yet, Ymir leaves with Reiner, knowing she’ll die, and is okay with that because she believes that staying could have put Historia in danger. In Season 3 Part 2 Episode 9, she wrote in her letter to Historia that her one regret was “that I wasn’t able to marry [Historia]”-she grows to care about people other than herself. I’d love to hear your thoughts on her!

Amazing amazing amazing video and effort man!! Hats off!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

truly love the philosophical ideals that u bring into the mix with this series! don’t be afraid to touch onto it more. keep uploading im genuinely surprised you don’t have more subs.

@Reddrik

Жыл бұрын

Dude, I seriously can’t thank you enough.

@bugaboo222

Жыл бұрын

@@Reddrik of course man good content should be monetized regardless of views hahha. get going on that marlo video!!

8:50 Gotta love when suddenly it's the child's fault for their parent forcing themself into a shitty situation

Very good video you really did Reiner justice with this video good job on that 😁👍

I rarely comment on youtube videos but I have to say that this is incredible. Not only did it change the way I see Reiner but it also changed the way I see myself. As someone who always hides themselves behind a "mask" in order to be accepted I can see how damaging it is. Always seeking validation and doing so while sacrificing your own dreams and desires leaves you broken and hollow. The quote "live for yourself" definitely hit hard and I hope we can all find the courage to change course if needed. Thank you for making this video

Fantastic analysis. Thank you. You showed me a new perspective of Reiner.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

I refuse to let it flop, take my comment.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Dude, you’re the man 😭😭

I just wanted to say how much I appreciate this video and the points you soo beautifully make. I love this show and you've helped me view and understand these characters in a way I couldn't before .

Totally worth the wait dude, It takes some serious skill to pull these videos off. So much work and time condensed into 30 minutes... how awesome is this?

The work that has been put into this video, i think you are verry underrated

@Reddrik

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

My only complaint is that this wasn't longer. Reiner is one of my favorite characters in the entire story.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Part two, maybe? 👀

@ThatGuyThai

2 жыл бұрын

@@Reddrik I'll be watching whatever you make but I'd love a part 2 haha

Beautiful. Thanks man and continue the good works, I hope your channel get the recognition it deserves.

Such an amazing video. I hope your channel explodes in popularity.

Thanks for another bespoke take, Red. Before I thought seriously about him, I saw myself liking the character of Reiner despite his (many) flaws. Now, I understand much better how they're part of him, and what kind of growth they inspired! Keep up the good work.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you dude!

_-Hey ! It's been four years, Reiner !-_ _Hey ! It's been four weeks Reddrik !_

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

LMAO

@619to974

2 жыл бұрын

p.s : well worth the wait ;)

@richboss_

2 жыл бұрын

lol

I'm glad this video finally caught the steam it deserved, nice reminder to never give up hope on a video because gold always shines

@Reddrik

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much man! It’s now my most viewed video.

11:27 “until that _half_ “ *shows an image of half of Marco* 😭💀

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

YEP

You had not only changed my opinion on Reiner but on myself as well; now I see how similar I am to Reiner and the path forward thank you.

@Reddrik

Жыл бұрын

If you feel you gained something from this, I highly recommend checking out my Jean video, I’m willing to bet it would resonate with you. :)

A point that you didnt mention but goes along with your amazing video is that, after Rainer facing Eren in the basement, he turns into a armorless titan. After facing Eren he loses his armor and turns into a body that fights for something.

@Reddrik

Жыл бұрын

Great catch!

I can’t believe you have 4.5k subs, your content is at least equal to and probably better than channels with millions of subs

@moostachio1802

2 жыл бұрын

Also I liked the little charicature, no I will not be checking to see if I spelled that right

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you man!

@moostachio1802

2 жыл бұрын

@@Reddrik 😲 the gods reply to prayers

He finally became a hero. He didn’t think about dying, but willing to put his life on the line because he knew it was the right thing to do. But he gets to live and learn to be happy to be himself, not Marcel, not the warrior, but be Reiner. When he talks to his mom he was almost bracing himself the feeling of shame he no longer has his armor titan, but she embraced him happy to just have him back.

I hadn't read the manga because your analysis felt more interesting to wait for the ending but I have been spoiled with the ending but a spoiler can't explain a shit perfectly. I enjoyed the video and well, I noticed your improved editing or maybe it is just me thinking this cause it's been a long time. (Waiting for the next video already lol)

Wow now im impressed, i didnt expected this analysis to be so good and deep in every aspect of Reiner, i would really love to see now an analysis of Bertolth in the style of this video, you are pretty good doing this

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Definitely interested in making a Bert video at some point.

@francescomatute2565

2 жыл бұрын

@@Reddrik that would be really awesome, he is my favorite aot character and I really think he is very underated even tough he's a very interesting character if you analyse him well enough, and he even has one of the best OST of aot

@matthewsteele99

Жыл бұрын

@@Reddrik id love a video on Bertholdt

Awesome work on this one!

daym this video is soo well made

I know it has been only like an hour from the release of the video, but 400 views is way too low for this kind of masterpiece of an analysis

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much man. Fingers crossed that number raises a bit lol

I’ll our comments I have on the video here while I’m watching it: I never realized the parallel between Marcel and Marco- that’s actually really sweet, scary, and horrible all at once. All of the “Mar” and the scale stuff is really interesting, and sad- especially how Reiner failed to step up like Jean did. I like to think is how Annie reacted in that situation of Marcel’s death. Bertholdt was trying to get along- move on- and basically tried to bring everyone together, and Annie straight up told Reiner to die if he was going to be so useless and feel guilty. Things might (and I say might) have gone differently for Reiner if Annie was more supportive as well. 19:22 THIS PART IS KILLING ME- BUT ITS SO TRUE, THEY WONT UNDERSTAND UNLESS YOU WORD IT LIKE THIS 💀 19:49 I love how you used a part from the voice over video in this lol I find Reiner saving himself from suicide an amazing scene. Like- what would have happened is Falco wasn’t there? Now that he’s becoming whole he’s starting to feel love for people who have felt love for him, and it’s truly amazing how this realization that he- has feelings for these people- comes into play. Reiner’s guilt is explained so well in this video I don’t even know if I can say anything without sounding stupid because it’s golden here. Your little character is the best artwork I’ve seen all day, and I’ve been looking at MAPPA animation and art for like half an hour. If Reiner lives I’m gonna be so happy- I’m gonna be so sad if he dies now. Like bro he’s been trying so hard all this time but he’s got that plot amour- don’t kill him after he a actually wants to live come on 😭 he’s my favorite he doesn’t deserve this. Overall- this was such a good video! I learned a lot- and I had a few laughs with the wording or the visuals. 100% worth the wait. If you take time to read this- I hope you have a great day! And I hope I didn’t make myself sound too stupid in this comment lol

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Dude, this was such a pleasure to read. I love real-time feedback like this. Thank you so much man, I’m stoked to hear it all resonated with you!

This video has become really important to me, you didnt just changed How i see rainer....you changed how i see myself, thank you, i will never forget this video.

This was surprisingly well put together and makes perfect sense. Never put the Mars naming together, and the losing half to complete a whole makes so much sense for this show. Bravo 👏

I can't wait till you start covering characters in other shows with other themes, because you absolutely killed it with aot! I just know I'll watch whatever you release.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely wanna spread my wings a bit! Thank you so much dude, I really do appreciate the support.

@booknymph

2 жыл бұрын

I’m excited for this too!!!

totally amazing video, while watching i couldn't catch the parallels that you caught and i am very impressed. about the scene where eren saying that he is same with reiner i had a different perspective, basically about the circumstances they were under at that time etc now i see it differently. as you said, dying characters being part of the other characters is a post modernist way of storytelling and it perfectly shows the stability of character, we saw during the series reiner having nightmares about marcel getting eaten and his regrets of being not the eaten one through the every hell route happened to them, no matter how many comrades died because of him he dreams the same nightmare, the one that right before his mind split yet for jean we cant say the same (i dont remember him having nightmares about marcos death) he doesn't regret the way reiner does. i think it is about them mirroring their inner selves and true desires, jean wanted a life without his caring mother he wanted to be a man but reiner was born into a world where his childish wishes-and i actually remember none- came after of his mothers wish them to be normal marleyans there are a lot of things i wanna say, i wanna check all the references you made but in my time zone it is almost 1 am so i might have messed up a bit up there plus so thanks again for the video, really appreciated all the hard work you put into it!!! well done

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words! Yeah, Isayama employs a lot of post-modern storytelling techniques in a VERY modern way. There is a rigidity and deep, deep structure to his post-modernism, which in a way just elevates it to modernism.

Ive been waiting for this since the Jean video. I can tell this is gonna be a good day.

I’m a really big fan of all the subtext found in AOT and just dissecting all the messages and themes that are littered in this anime that I consider a masterpiece, so this video genuinely brought tears to my eyes with how detailed your explanations are. Thank you for this and I hope you keep making videos of this kind.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Dude, that means so much to me. I'm really stoked it resonated so much with you.

I’ve been waiting for a video just like this for Reiner & it’s finally come. the details the writing that goes into Reiner is one of the best & he’s my favorite character for a reason great video. Can you do a video like this for zeke yeager ?

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Never say never! Haha thank you dude

32:20 I think you actually changed how I see myself. Thank you.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad this stuff resonated with you. Thank you for saying so, man.

Wow, absolutely fantastic analysis, respect!

Reiner already was one of my favorite characters in one of my favorite shows. But just as I expected, you absolutely delivered with providing a study revealing the details I would've never thought of myself, even those that include necessity of knowing concepts I was already familiar with. For example, I've been paying attention to ideas of split personality, putting off a persona and overly identifying with it in cases of several other characters within different series but yet I still went along with the common interpretation that "there are only 2 Reiners". But after you put it out, it sounds so accurate that I can't imagine it to be otherwise. Fantastic piece of work. You're probably the most undersubbed channel I know.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, dude! Yeah, Reiner is definitely a tricky character.

You know I always wondered why he was so gung-ho about being a warrior after his father rejected him like that. I would have thought that event would undo his focus on approval and heroism built up to that point but now I definitely see why he’d instead double down on it.

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Bingo!

beyond how much i love thıs specific character (havent watched the video yet so in 30 minutes my whole point of view might change) i missed your video style too, i just needed to say

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to be back!

This video was nothing short of excellent! Reiner is one of my favorite characters of all time, and this video helped me understand just why I relate to the character in the way that I do. I also want to note that I admire the amount of detail, research and effort that went into this. I can’t wait to see more content from you in the future!

Another great analysis. It did change the way I see Reiner but your videos are always more than just AoT analyses, they're also very insightful philosophical/psychological essays. I think I already commented this but I'll say it again: never stop writing, AoT related or not I'll be there supporting your work 🙌

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the kind words.

Even before coming face to face with Eren, I noticed that Reiner was starting to heal his father issues by sorta becoming a father to the Warrior candidates. Which I’ve noticed as a greater theme in media, Boys who grow up without Fathers, trying to be good fathers themselves. To provide and encourage but also scold and correct, their children. Giving them what they lacked.

So youre implying erwin is still alive inside armin...or hange?both of them?....interesting

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

...... maybe even Floch

@rgw7345

2 жыл бұрын

I think Erwin's death has made him a part of all the surviving scouts in one way or another.

This was excellent and so well thought out. Very well done!

I may be 2 years late but I gotta say, One of the best KZread videos i've ever seen, Reiner in my opinion is the best and coolest character in AOT and your analysis on his character makes me love him even more

Nice headcanon Jokes aside, great video.

Reiner has always been my favorite character in the show, but I could never really put my finger on why. After watching this absolutely genius video, I feel like I'm a little bit closer to understanding. Flawed and damaged as he is, I just feel a deep compassion and sympathy for him. Compassion, but at the same time a huge amount of respect that he somehow always had the strength to keep moving forward through all that pain and trauma. Just overall a really well written character!

@Reddrik

Жыл бұрын

Well said!

Another amazing video and well worth the wait/time taken. Aside from the fantastic character study I love the inserts of philosophy and come away with personal revaluations more that just AOT. Excited for whats next! Thank you!

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

No, thank you!

Saw this video on my suggested for a while and I’m half way through and your analysis so far has won me over! Looking forward to the rest 🎉! You got my like and sub ✌️

@Reddrik

Жыл бұрын

Thank you man!

13:57 HOLD ON you're telling me that was supposed to be a arrow and shield??? I uuh... Well... I always saw it as a euphemism for a mans erection...

@BruhBruh-hg7of

Жыл бұрын

Ahmmmm

@Nev1812

Жыл бұрын

😅

This video can be understood by people with high IQ

@Reddrik

2 жыл бұрын

To be fair, you have to have a very high IQ to understand Attack on Titan. The drama is extremely subtle, and without a solid grasp of theoretical physics most of the drama will go over a typical viewer's head. There's also Zeke's nihilistic outlook, which is deftly woven into his characterisation- his personal philosophy draws heavily from Narodnaya Volya literature, for instance. The fans understand this stuff; they have the intellectual capacity to truly appreciate the depths of these ideas, to realise that they're not just funny- they say something deep about LIFE. As a consequence people who dislike Attack on Titan truly ARE idiots- of course they wouldn't appreciate, for instance, the humour in Eren's existential catchphrase "Tatakae," which itself is a cryptic reference to Turgenev's Russian epic Fathers and Sons. I'm smirking right now just imagining one of those addlepated simpletons scratching their heads in confusion as Hajime Isayama's genius wit unfolds itself on their television screens. What fools.. how I pity them. 😂 And yes, by the way, i DO have a Attack on Titan tattoo. And no, you cannot see it. It's for the ladies' eyes only- and even then they have to demonstrate that they're within 5 IQ points of my own (preferably lower) beforehand. Nothin personnel kid 😎