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@raymond-reviews

2 жыл бұрын

Kind of wish the hearts are ordered in Aes Sedai colors ❤️💙💚💛🤎🤍 (missing grey)

@navybrandt

2 жыл бұрын

There's black though 🖤

@artanastacio1569

2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job, Lauren. 👍

@albertaguy4817

2 жыл бұрын

Regarding Moirainne knowing that there are rumors of four taveren in the Two Rivers... most likely information gathered by the Blues' eyes and ears network. These spy networks are quite extensive and information is spread quickly (carrier birds for instance).

@brotherbuddha89

2 жыл бұрын

@@albertaguy4817 I also like another theory that Min provided the information to Moiraine but I find the eyes-and-ears network idea more likely of those two.

"Does this prove that Rand is actually Batman?" Lauren again coming with the content that we want, nay, demand!

@koalasedai

2 жыл бұрын

yeah I laughed very loud at that one

@epluribusunum1460

9 ай бұрын

I agree, very funny, and I’m hoping that there will be some way to memorialize Lauren’s cleverness, so that his smart and pithy sayings aren’t all lost in the midst of all the videos. Maybe a compilation?

"And not just because I've seen his butt." But that is a nice bonus.

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed! :)

I was definitely having trouble absorbing the major changes to the story. Watching this video was a big help in letting go of trying to figure out how to reconcile the TV show with the books and just enjoy the ride. They've done an excellent job bringing the characters I'd followed across 23 years through Tarmon Gai'don and numerous re-reads. I watched this video and then rewatched the opening 3 episodes with a new perspective. And the fourth episode truly brought me to tears. Thank you Loren

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome. I'm glad it helped.

@chriscornelissen5075

9 ай бұрын

Totally agree! I’m not a purist but (many book to film productions I appreciate very much) but at first the changes in the story, characters and details shocked me, as I just finished the book series for the second time recently everything was still fresh in my mind. I even stopped watching after the second episode. But if you let go of the idea it’s a book remake and just look at it with the idea it’s a new cycle within the wheel of time universe then it’s actually a very good tv show!

@supshaw5752

9 ай бұрын

I just can't forgive them for what they've done to Mat.

RJs writing was so good that the characterization was never in doubt in my opinion. This was an excellent video. Never stop please!

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

I thought Moraine said something, just assumed it was unintelligible. Thanks for that. I also missed Nynaeve's emotions during the lantern part. Said it before, your choices for background music are excellent. Best video you've done imo. Great job not spoiling but still speculating. Well thought out ideas on why this show remains true to the spine. Perfect ending. Well done!!!

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Shawn! You've been one of my biggest supporters almost since the beginning. I really appreciate your input and support! I'm so glad you liked it!

This was absolutely fantastic Lauren. I dare admit the Nynaeve section and the Tam quote at the end got me emotional. Well done sir!

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad! That's what I was going for, haha.

This video feels so professional that it leaves the rest Lauren. The amount of effort and care put into the story arcs of each main character is outstanding. I woulds give it 10 likes if i could. The way you explain the story deviations with such patience and welcoming attitude to both new fans and book lovers. It just feels right, I wish many book lovers that are bombing the series would just give it time to develop and then after the 1st season we all can have a nicr discussion like the old days. Keep up the great work your doing and know that fans of the book support your channel. Tai'Shar Rigney

Man you made my eyes blurry with you describing the characters... well done... just well done man!

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

I agree, the heart and spine are intact. I laughed out loud on my second watching when I realised Tam had lit a match and I did exclaim some things out loud about them not being invented yet 😂 Terrific video, your presentation is always so spot on.

"I'm Bat-Rand!"

This is the best video I have ever seen on KZread.

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

You honor me. Thank you!

Good thing Mat found that dagger in the city. Without a weapon he might be in trouble if they run into more dark friends.

I've watched the episode three times and only now that you said it did I realize the significance of the "blood on the rocks" part. Beautiful.

@fardareismai4495

2 жыл бұрын

Holy shit same. The level of foreshadowing approaches Jordan's at times and that's the greatest compliment you could give

You almost made me cry there.

Emond's Field exists in this turning, too! The Trivia section on Amazon explains that Emond's Field is one of the villages that makes up the Two Rivers, and the official Extras explain that Taren Ferry is part of the larger Two Rivers. Bran and Marin are co-innkeepers also per the descriptions from X-Ray and Rafe. :)

I asked about the matches during The Innkeepers’ after-show show with Prime. I actually got an answer from Prime. They said that Tam bought the matches from the illuminators guild . I didnt get an answer when I then pointed out that Aludra haven’t invented matches yet. Interesting though that they mentioned the Illuminators, that could mean we actually get them soonish, or that they read the books I suppose….. Good video as allways man

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear!

@Rafdi13

2 жыл бұрын

maybe he series has all the events happening maybe 3 or 4 years later. maybe Alludra, who had not sold the matches yet when the guys were young, stayed as an illuminator. And then started selllin them. if the series events are happening some years later. The iluminators of cairhien could still been working. Allura could have created the matches and use the illuminators to sell them. Nothing else has happened like a certain invasión. Just an idea of how could be. Edit: Edited to explain myself better.

@paulramen2535

2 жыл бұрын

@@Rafdi13 By that logic Aludra is allready kicked out of The illuminators guild due to something that "didn't happen yet" in Cairhien, and most of the land is now controlled by Seanchan and they're allready fighting the Dark ones Forces? We can age people up but we can't let the same things have happened while we weren't looking, is my point. It's certainly not a big thing, and that is my second point. Please make alot of changes if they are needed for the TV-medium but this change didn't seem needed as they could easily have let the villagers use flint/steel, or sandbox with embers or even a twig taken from an allready burning fire/lantern to light the lanterns. No biggie, still loving that we get to see this show. Just a pet peeve of mine.

A+ Wot’s best content editor

This is a great explainer video, totally different from the others I've seen. You have a talent for bringing it all together. It's obvious you spent a lot of time writing and planning it out. Well done! Also, thank you for addressing the negative reactions from some book fans in such a creative way. I agree viewing the show as another turning of the wheel really helps with accepting most of the changes. I look forward to how you approach the rest of the series.

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Check out some of my other deep dives for more videos like this!

Just want to say thanks for getting me into the series & look forward to your unraveling of the episodes just as much as the episodes themselves.

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, that's so awesome that I inspired you to read the books (or watch the show?). Thanks so much!

Excellent as always, maybe your best yet! I am excited to see what you do when you only have one episode to Unravel!!

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

You and me both, haha!

Not sure if this is the format you'll be going with for future episodes, but it was both unexpected and enjoyable! Really helped me digest my thoughts about the first 3 episodes as well. Kudos!

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure either, haha. Hoping to do more in-depth deep dives but sometimes it's good to look at the "big picture." I hope I struck that balance well with this one!

Do I love every little thing about the show? No. Do I agree that the heart and spine are intact? Yes. I can’t wait to see where this goes. I LOVE Mat and what they’ve done with his story. My only deep regret is that we won’t get the chance to see Barney yell, “I’m no bloody hero!” as he does something heroic. I truly think out of the whole cast he nails it more than anyone. Donal has some big shoes to fill!

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

So true. Big shoes to fill for Donal! So sad to see Barney go!

As usual, ace video. Best KZreadr out there!

This may be the definitive analysis of the series so far, and I don't just say that because I agree with every point you brought up XD. I like that you bring up the primary criticisms and calmly respond to them, defending the points expertly. Your presentation and clear knowledge of the source material lend a gravitas to your analysis that makes it stand out from the rest of the videos I've seen from book fans. It's a shame that there are as many purists who hate on this, you'd think that people as well versed in the source would see what's being done here, but I guess it's just another example of not seeing the forest for the trees. It's not exactly like the books, no, but it absolutely maintains the spine and heart. **POTENTIAL SPOILERS AHEAD!** So far, there is only one thing that I feel has been a true mis-step, and that's including Egwene as a potential dragon. I can accept her as a ta'veren, but I feel like having a woman be a potential dragon neuters the dread associated with the dragon being a channeler. This has nothing to do with gender politics and power imbalance, we all know Egwene's story and outcome and she's one of my favorite characters because of it, but in this instance the dragon MUST be a man who can channel otherwise why would people fear the dragon breaking the world again? I think it also lessens Egwene's own accomplishments. I said I can accept her as ta'veren, but I'm not particularly fond of that choice. She grows through her own abilities and choices, and I don't like the idea of her being fated or forced by the wheel's weavings into the positions she eventually ends up in. I guess whether or not this becomes a true issue will depend on how they end up explaining and portraying Ta'veren, so I'm kind of in a "wait and see" mode on this one. Again, thank you so much for your analysis. I'll probably point others to this video if (or rather, when) I end up getting into arguments about the merits of the show. XD

@silkyjohns0n

2 жыл бұрын

I love that it's clear he took his time and didn't rush the content. ❤️ I also agree with Egwene. The dragon is a risk because he could go mad from the taint, or would be fearful of Aes Sedai as a man who can channel and wouldn't cooperate. The Ta'veren thing also takes away some of Egwene's agency as you rightly said.

@TheJordanK

2 жыл бұрын

I’ll disagree with you on the Egwene thing based solely (for now) on the fact that it’s not that big deal. Moiraine is already begun the teaching of Egwene. Even if Moiraine says “the 4 of you” the show is clearly not making that a big deal. Every non reader speculation I’ve seen (too many by now) they barely even consider her an option. It genuinely does feel like a red herring, marketing play, whatever ppl want to call it. I see it as Moiraine using the 3 oaths to convince them to follow her without more explanation than needs be. And maybe on the slimmest of slimmest chances she’s just going the extra mile to cover her bases. But basically I think it’s such a small deal and after season 1 or maybe earlier everyone will know who it is and no one will even think about it anymore. It won’t have any affect on what Egwene does later on and what her story means. It’s just an interest generator IMO and it give it a tad more mystery. BUT. That’s only based on what I’ve seen so far. That could very well change with new episodes.

@davidjones272

2 жыл бұрын

They've deliberately held some of the two rivers scenes back in order to draw out the mystery around the dragon's identity. Expect a flashback in episode 7 or 8 to a key scene that happened immediately after the attack, but wasn't shown in the pilot.

Very nice overview combined with deep dive. Thanks.

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

I knew when this video graced my timeline, I just had to watch and comment. I greatly appreciate the effort put into this as I've read and seen a lot of "hate" for the adaptation of the book. Maybe that's too much of a word, and though I understand the disappointment in some of the fans, I also applaud the production, the actors, the energy, and the magic of the series. I find your content insightful and helpful to someone like me, a slow reader who chanced upon a pile of books that his brother collected through the years. As late as this comment is, I'm looking forward to more WoT and uploads.

For GB, he doesnt like AS either. When Egwene mentions warders- [he says you dig your self in deeper] However, it is possible he thinks Moiraine is a good person and will die of the wound. So practically, she could get healed and it not be a problem

It took me while, and I needed some help, but I have now found the best WOT content outside of the shows themselves. Bravo!

Awesome video as always! Can't wait to see your individual episode breakdowns. You perfectly encapsulate the bridge they are trying to establish between the books and the shown. All the review bombers should watch this. Keep up the good work!

This unraveling is worthy of a standing ovation my friend. Bravo 👏 bravo 👏... And of course I'm screaming for many, many, many more encores. Thank you for what you do and hopefully the book purists will find your video to give them a different perspective.

Lauren, I love your videos. I can feel your love of WOT. I hope you never stop making videos. Others may come out faster but you always bring a passion for the series that others can't match.

I very much agree that the heart and spine are still intact. Loved the comparisons that you made.

I cant believe im around to witness my favorite books come alive. now i just need to hang around for 10 more years

This is "The One" I have been waiting for!!!

Ooooo! I had no idea you existed until about an hour ago. I'm glad I found you. I understand the episodes a little better after listening to you. I've read the books, but it's been a little difficult for me to follow along with all the changes. Thank you!

While I don't agree with everything you say it is very well done. I hope this series goes all the way to the lit pipe

Fantastic video. Great content, no fluff, flawless editing. You had me chuckle when you at around 24:00 said something like "hidden symbols", and it's a bunch of slaughtered sheep in the open, forming a gigantic not-so-hidden symbol :P

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

😁

This is the best wot channel online. Period

The Showrunner indicated in a Reddit interview that Moiraine's knowledge is from her eyes and ears network.

Yaaaaayyyyy been waiting for this forever!! 😂

Another stellar video! Your insight and humor make these exceptional! Well done, Lauren!

This video feels so good, a labour of love.

I'm a darkfriend and a subscriber 👍🏾

As always, excellent video Lauren. I enjoyed it. Thanks! Can't wait for the next episode, then for your deep dive :)

Well worth the wait! Great job Lauren! Chills when you said 'the first breakdown of the show' YAY!! It's here :)

Brilliant… well done, sir… I’m thoroughly enjoying the show so far and it certainly resonates with me as the books that I know and love… its so exciting to see beloved scenes from the books and also see new WOT content that surprises and delights…

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! If you haven't seen some of my other stuff, please check it out. I have some really cool in-depth lore animated videos and deep dives!

@topher6410

2 жыл бұрын

@@UnravelingthePattern I’m one of you patreons, Lauren! I adore your channel and have seen every single video… truly the “prime rib” of WOT content…

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

@@topher6410 Oh, haha! I should've known! Thank you for the support!

Those glossaries were invaluable to me and I constantly referenced them while reading the books.

Once again, you did a fabulous and informative video.

this vid is amazing Lauren. Well done and keep up the great work

Great video Lauren! Loved your take on things and completely agree with you as usual. Keep up the good work! Wondering if we as fans could petition Amazon to make you some kind of official paid position making WoT 101 stuff and diving in the episodes. No other content creator comes close to the caliber work you're putting out there. Step up Amazon and get this man on your payroll!

Amazon should hire you to do the X-Ray content. Your breakdowns are always top-tier!

Absolutely fantastic video as always Lauren. Thank you for your hard work! And congrats on adding almost a full thousand subscribers in a week!

Wow - great video mate, well worth the wait my friend :-)

Watching non-reader show reactions has caused me to love the changes. They are invested in the characters like I never was until a few books in.

@mckellanderson7164

2 жыл бұрын

I had a similar reaction! I enjoyed the episodes but seeing non-readers making connections made me appreciate how the show is telling the story.

Very well done video!

Another great video, Lauren.

Great video, as always!

Lauren, you truly are a treasure to this community. Keep up the excellent work my good man

Such a detailed and insightful video!

Me: What's taking Lauren so long to make a video??? Video: *cracks knuckles*

Beautiful video! Echos my feelings and just wanted to comment because you deserve the algorithm boost 100%

Appreciate all your work putting this together

You nailed Mt thoughts and feelings for the most part. I see lots of flashbacks to fill in the holes in episode one and backstories

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

I'm hoping for so many flashbacks! Rand and Tam in the woods for example!

Worth every second! Another banger!!

Thanks so much! I prefer this much better than your quick phone steam updates even if you got more views on those. It could have just been the timing? I look forward to your in depth and future Unraveling updates!

Hi! Just discovered your channel and I'm really enjoying your coverage, thanks 👍. Btw, as for the ancient buildings/structures from the age of legends, there are ruins throughout our world that are thousands of years old(pyramids, temples statues etc) that remain relatively intact. Gotta love that ancient workmanship!😁😆

@UnravelingthePattern

Жыл бұрын

That's true, but not after something called "The Breaking of the World" 😅

This video was amazing as usual!

Amazing analysis, excellent video!

Another perfect video from you, Lauren. Your reflections, and humor, is as always entertaining and spot on.

First time viewer, subscribed. Great job breaking things down. Only review I've found so far that matches my thoughts and in a format that captures the emotion and adventure of the story. Will keep watching and look forward to more, where we agree and enjoy, but also where we disagree. Cheers

Great video as always. I've already sent it to a group of people. Also, I wanted to bring up something that I've been screaming about but no one is listening. When we see Mat in the background with the cage and Thom slides into the side of the frame in the foreground they play a few guitar notes. This is very similar to how we could hear Ennio Morricone music when someone like Clint Eastwood slide into frame in the foreground and readying his revolver for a shoot-out. I think they are going to make Thom into a somewhat old gunslinger (although he'll be throwing knives instead of shooting guns). Honestly, go back to the Thom scenes and picture Clint Eastwood in a western while in his 50s, it's spot on. THOM IS A GUNSLINGER.

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

Love this idea. Daggerslinger. 🗡

Great video! Looking forward to more

Excellent video again, as always

Hope this content makes your channel explode, you're an awesome content creator!

Perfect video. Love it

Wow! I'm in awe of your skill in seeing so many nuances, Easter Eggs, etc. I completely missed Perrin's wife holding her axe over Perrin in an apparent attempt to kill him. I missed too many things to list here. I will now watch every single video you have here on WoT.

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Bravo ! Genius concept ^^ Another turn of the wheel !

I love the concept that the tv series is a different turning of the wheel to the book series.

You are a storyteller my friend.

Woooohooo! I got chills when you merged your logo with a thread being unraveled from the show. Perfection.

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you noticed that! I was so excited when I saw that clip.

Wonderful video and your love for our characters shines through your words. Some of your observations make me want to re-watch for a 4th time

This echoes my thoughts almost perfectly. Really great video!

Great job Lauren! Awesome deep dive as always.

God, I love your voice. It's... Soothing, I guess? English is not my first language, so... Didn't even watched the whole thing, just had to say it. But I'm sure it will be great as always. haha

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😃

@gabrielborges481

2 жыл бұрын

@@UnravelingthePattern Well, since you saw this... Saw you on twitter kinda doubting your own videos... Don't do that. We don't mind waiting for it. The level of "indephtness" you go is rare and we LOVE IT! And we love you too, for doing it. Convinced my mom to watch the series and she, on her own, found your WoT101. haha Let's f*ing goooo, WoT supremacy is near! Can't wait for Lews Therin!

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

@@gabrielborges481 ​ Thank you so much. That means so much. How cool that your mom found my videos on her own!

Great video!!

Thanks for the fantastic review and insight. Top quality content as always.

An excellent, high-quality video, both in terms of visual production and its breakdown of the changes and reconciling them. I have folk to recommend this to...

Impressive work, man. Damn good video

So glad Amazon added those anime shorts. After watching the first episodes I then understood the animed version of Menatheron. The importance of that story becomes clearer in later chapters re the 2 Rivers

Good video. I remain a little conflicted with some of the changes and the overall direction of the show but you have given me hope! I recognize these characters, it's just feels messy I guess lol. I am excited to see how this all unfolds! As you said, another turning of the wheel.

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and I agree. It's not a perfect start, but it is A beginning. Hopefully it will only get better and tighter with time.

Well done as always sir. You need to have a far greater following due to the quality of your content. Best out there for WoT in my humble opinion. I got chills watching the "Weep for Menetheron" short. That was a brilliant addition by whomever decided to include it in the xray portion. Wild Laila darkfriend theory, may or may not be due to some mis-led servant of light calling into the Dusty Wheel during the after show. I ain't sayin no names.

That bit with Tam telling Rand about the Wheel while they light the lantern for Kari al'Thor gets me teary eyed every time.

Really like this video and all the questions you asked. I’m eager for the answers 🙃

Lauren, this video is so amazing. I have been looking forward to your episode recap since last Friday. My anticipation was so high as other content creators rushed to be the first to post, their reviews were incomplete, lacked the passion your videos bring, and left me disappointed. Your video was so well put together and is the single best review of the series seen to-date. I hope more watchers of the show will discover your content. I can’t wait for episode 4, but I will patiently await your review. Thanks for taking your time and producing quality, well-thought out reviews. Bravo!!

@UnravelingthePattern

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you so much. Really appreciate your kind words!

Well done and worth the wait. I hope I finds a lot if traction and is not to late to the review party like you feared. So looking forward to EP. 4 tomorrow!

Great job Loren. Keep it up!

this is a really great breakdown!

This is really wonderful!

Okay, this is good content. Great job!