The Legend of Vox Machina 2x11 | Belly of the Beast | Reaction | Review | Discussion 

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Scanlan throwing out the name "Burt" is an Easter egg back to the campaign where Scanlan used the alias "Burt Reynolds, Esquire" as one of his many fake names.

Scanlan has taken enter the dragon to a whole new level.

Umbrasyl’s violation was truly one of the most hilarious scenes! 🤣 his reaction to a straight up no lube entry had me dyin

Scalan is old enough that he probably has several kids around Tal'dorei, possibly one or two in Wildemount too, but Kaylie was the only one who was determined enough to come after him to get revenge for what he did to her mother by leaving her alone. To be fair, he didn't set out to make kids, it's more that he didn't think of the consequences his casual flings might have down the road. I quite like Percy in this episode. Demonstrating that he can be a very stupid highly intelligent person. XD And Vax'ildan finally gets to speak to his goddess. Yes, there is a reason she didn't just speak to him before. But now that he has come into her domain willingly to seek a greater understanding, she can provide that. A bit part of the Matron of Raven's domain is to maintain the sanctity of death. Because there are both mortals and other gods that would gladly create undead or use the souls of dying mortals for their own very unpleasant purposes. Like food. Or a soul engine. And yeah, the fight with Umbrasyl gets pretty intense. Ancient dragons are no joke, and he certainly shows why. Getting inside the dragon to place an immovable rod/sword happened both in the stream and the animation. In the stream it was via Dimension Door (a type of teleport spell) and here, well, you saw the prostate exam for yourselves. :D

I've been waiting for this episode. I'm glad they explained how the Matron of Raven works. She isn't actually evil, she's just neutral.

I knew you guys would enjoy that “entrance” scene lol. It was hilarious and your reaction made it even more hilarious.

When I saw that moment when Scanlan and Vax... did the thing... I had exactly the same reaction you guys had.

oh lord, the laughter feedback loop really got me at the end 🤣🤣

10:34 That flinch. 😃 I'm guessing Soldier doesn't do that very often.

Shit, Umbrasyl better HOPE he dies before the other dragons hear about this.

It was the way Scanlan's Hand fired in with two probing fingers that had me on the floor!! Lmao!! 😂😂

Trying to picture this dragon wearing a diaper for the next fight just sent me... I'm dead 😂

Each dragon can easily work out to a season because there is so much prep questing and backstory resolution from the stream for them to take us through. And the conclave STILL isn't the end of the season. Shit keeps ramping up and it kicks ass.

I love this show so much

This episode really epitomizes the tabletop RPG experience tbh. From profound, game-changing conversations with actual gods, to trying that REALLY wild idea, and everything in between, with no real boundaries between them. That's what I love SO much about TTRPGs (and I think that they've done a brilliant job catching some of that energy with this show). When the stories you tell are built as you move through the world, just like they are in life, profound moments that stay with you forever can happen right alongside things so ridiculous you're laughing too hard to talk. I'll be sad when you finish reacting to this, I've loved your take on this show! Always hilarious, but also insightful AF. Can't WAIT for season 3! It's going to be intense.

The Matron of Ravens doesn't (possibly can't?) speak with the living. To talk to her you have to be on the brink of death. This is why her followers have such terrible rites. It's why Vax has to drown to have a conversation with her. It's why most of his big breakthrough moments with her happen when he is about to die.

Just to be clear, Brimscythe was the only low level dragon. The rest of them are easily high level boss level, and their not even the final boss of the campaign.

Now I want to see Umbrasyl with a diaper on :) That scene with the Matron of Ravens was a highlight of this episode to me,she has really cool voice.

Dragons just want gold...that's about it. Minor spoiler -- we learn a little more next episode. 13:23 -- Welcome to Critical Role. You guys had me LOLing!

Your reaction to this episode didn't disappoint me. Kaylie's confrontation, Raven Matron's talk with Vax, and the Draconic anal probe (which didn't happen in the actual play) made this my favorite episode. Hold on to your nuts for the Season Finale; this ride will be a doozy.

For the sake of re-engagement going into s3: 8:53 . That line, "Look, something has always been lacking in me, and I think you might be it." Is a huge moment for Scanlan's arc, and colors the next episode's cold open even deeper if you keep it in mind. Imagine what Scanlan's "best dream" used to be, and how quickly it changed.

I was once told "the real measure of how smart and knowledgeable on something you are, is being able to simplify it for others to understand, Percy clearly hasn't reached that level if he's using technical terms to a bunch of literal Barbarians

Glad u guys jumped into this show, ur reactions have all been 🔥 Can't wait to watch u with the season finally!💯🔥

I love the scene with the Raven Queen. It’s a beautiful display to show that she is not evil, but chaotic neutral.

Why do I have a feeling you're gonna be laughing over the enema scene for a while? 😂

I discovered this channel today looking for TLOVM reaction vids and I tell you, I LIVE for the gentleman on the right going "...freakass" at Scanlan (who's my very favourite character too, so yay) because man, he does deserve it! That shit is delightful. And the fact that the episode that got the most "freakass" comments was 2.07 for *Garmelie* (and not Scanlan!) was so freakin' hilarious I laughed till I cried XD

You have now properly met the Matron and seen what she's about. Vax has finally talked to her, and you'll get to see in future episodes just what happens when you become the Champion of a deity and are on the same page with them. Of the 4 dragons we have at this point, Umbrasyl is our weakest.

My man actually tried Burt. 😆 I'd hate to be that dragon and have to explain to the others why he had to run away.

this episode shoulda been called "BOOTY OF THE BEAST" !!!!!! 💨👉🌀👀

They pulled a Translucent on the dragon 😆😅

so this season is mainly about collecting the vestiges to be able to be on level with the dragons, the vestiges are the key to winning.

im in tears 🤣hahaha he's gonna have that diaper ready next season lmfao 💀

Vox Machina goes places you just don't expect.

11:10 Leafe Village secretu jutsu!!! A thousand years of DEATH!!! SENNEN GOROSHI!!!!

always watch your reactions after i watch each episode, you guys are legends!

Only one episode left!

"At dawn...we plan!"

I couldn't stop laughing at the end there

LESSSS GOO, been waiting for this one

They originally teleported into the stomach and used an Immovable Rod, but this was far more entertaining.

I love you guys so much. You make funny stuff so much funnier!!!!

Can't wait to see your reaction to the last episode. It goes crazy.

I have been WAITING for this reaction! Awesome as always guys!

Forgive my ignorance but I'm not too familiar with DND lore but from what I'm understanding the Matron of Ravens doesn't seem so bad there is no twisted or evil catch you serve as her champion and ensure souls transition to the next life essentially it seems to me he's like the grim reaper and considering the power and dope armor you get in exchange that honestly doesn't seem too bad of a deal unless I'm wrong about all of that like I said I'm not too Familiar with DND lore.

This one had me dead! LOL

I love you guys 😊

Loving y'alls reactions

God I love this channel

I don't think this is a big spoiler, but they look to be wrapping up the Chroma Conclave story next season. There's one more big villain they have to face that will probably take two seasons themselves.