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You know what's weird to me? How our heroic trio never meet the forgemasters, despite the fact that they were fighting a lot of their creatures and getting caught up in hector's schemes. For two groups to have had so much effect on one another to never meet seems mind boggling to me but also makes the world of Castlevania seem a little bigger.

"You can use a hammer to crack a skull, or build a shelter." This is probably my favorite line of Issac's

Best decision ever to not have him that stupid edgelord. Now he´s one of the best characteres in an animated series ever.

Lisa gave Dracula the gift of travel, the gift of trying to find the best in himself and the world. And before her execution, it had worked. He had gone from a blood thirty killer to a loving husband and father. By saving Issacs life by throwing him through the mirror, Dracula gave him the same gift. Ironically enough, that continued Lisas legacy so much more that his planned execution of the human race in her name. He gave Issac the same gift that Lisa gave to him.

They did such a good job with Isaac that I was genuinely convinced he became the main character in Seasons 3 and 4. My man starts out a nihilistic mess and ends up becoming a kindhearted king, self-confident enough to block Death's phone number. He even gets a stand near the end! What a guy

The "I'm going to live" line is so powerful. In the beginning of the story, Isaac saw only death and evil, now he sees life and good. In the beginning he didn't want anything, now he wants a simple thing, "to live".

It’s poetic how issac a human so consumed by hatred for humans became the most human

just a minor thing I've noticed that as far as I can tell, noone has pointed out: when Isaac is talking to Hector you can see him fix himself and Hector a drink; water and lime. The same drink the Captain offered him on the ship. To me it seems Isaac took the constructive criticism to heart and used it in more ways than one by bettering not only himself, but Hector aswell with a simple gift.

A few things: 1. I’ve never played Castlevania, so the Isaac from the Netflix series is the only Isaac I’ve ever known. And he’s my favorite character in the animated series. 2. Isaac’s journey is so interesting because he came from a backgrpund where he was punished for simply existing. Because of this, he never pushed outside his “designated purpose.” It was only through a great and insightful journey that he learned to find his own purpose and a beauty in life that he had not seen since childhood. A child sees the world only for its beauty, while an adult can see the world for all its parts, but appreciate its beauty the most. 3. I would read a book about Isaac’s journey. His discovery and analysis of what most Abrahamic faiths call “the Problem of Evil” is very interesting, and I can greatly sympathize with it. He discovers that humans can do good or they can do evil, and that you cannot change that about them. You can only hope to influence them, and to leave this world better than you found it…which, y’know maybe *murder* and *raising demons from Hell* weren’t exactly the most tame methods, but he’s living his truth, so what are you gonna do?

The low amount of views this video has is borderline criminal. Awesome analysis of one of the best character developments ever.

Isaac actually means "he will laugh" in Hebrew. Despite his angst and cruelty in early seasons, his journey is predictable but not in the tone we imagined.

Isaac was definitely the most interesting character in this series. Also, his fight scene with Camilla was hype as fuck. Isaac is a black character done right. His race is just one aspect of a deep, fascinating character with an amazing arc. That he is black doesnt come up once in the whole story if I remember correctly. This is how you write a black character in a mostly white setting, he is not a token.

I loved Isaac's talks with Fly Eyes. It was strange, at first, seeing him talk to a demon, a creature up to that point made to be used, not spoken with. But then they really got going, getting into ideas and nuances that really fleshed out both Isaac himself and the world at large, painting a history and a theology in tones both dark, in the first talk, and lighter in the second.

It's absolutely mind blowing that Issac is so important to the story, had the best development, and is without a doubt the best character in the series... and he never came in contact with the original three protagonists XD. It's amazing that his story runs parallel with the other three, while being an antithesis to Hector's... this is some seriously good writing.

I'd watch a whole series of Isaac talking with demons in the desert

Isaac has one of the most interesting heroes journeys I have ever seen. He is the prime example of "everyone is a hero of their own story."

This is Isaac’s show and story. He’s the best character by a wide wide margin. He’s kind, loyal, intelligent, charismatic, introspective, brooding, witty, he’s everything that makes writing and reading great stories awesome. He has the best lines in the show and his voice acting is also the best in the show.

A character changing, especially if you're just doing a race-swap, only works if it has a key element: "Sincerity". This character was always sincere throughout with their motivations: why they were okay with Dracula's plan, their self-flagellation as a component of their faith, interactions with new characters, motivations developing and changing, being challenged and restructured over and over again. Everything about this character is.....natural, pure, sincere. Extreme, certainly, brutal, definitely. But it's "them". It's their character, through and through. Not many characters get this well-written of an arc.

I didn't even know that Isaac was race swapped, either way I think his the only race swapped character that works

It's crazy how Isaac, who is just a human, can keep up with high-ranking vampires blow for blow in a one-on-one fight. He's just a complete badass!💯💪

When I first watched season 4 and Issac said “I’m going to live” I honestly shed a tear. What a damn fine story

As someone who has both played Curse of Darkness and seen the Netflix series, the contrast between the two versions of Isaac gives me IMMENSE WHIPLASH. lol

Most of the time people don't like altered origins or characteristic for an established character because it takes something good and makes it worse. Isaac is the polar opposite case, considering his, uh, colorful original design. The changes implemented in the netflix series made him my favorite character of the lot.

I felt every word of you explaining Isaac's Journey and I can tell that you can also relate to him as well. Definitely one of my favourite characters with amazing character development. He went through his own Hero's Journey and definitely found his calling and internal/mental/emotional/spiritual Growth. Thank you for this video definitely my favourite video of yours. Keep them coming✊🏾✊🏾💪🏾💪🏾

Isaac: *Walks around with a bunch of monsters 20 deep*. Also Isaac:" Why do people keep fckin with me?"

Looking at his character development in terms of stages of maturity is a cool take. And yeah, Isaac is definitely an example of how to change up a character in a way that actually works. Great video!

I generally dislike swapping of any sort like yourself. However... I thought the original was terrible, and found the Netflix one to be very good. So this went well.

Isaac and Sypha were my favorite characters in the series. Their development and growth was AMAZING to watch! Thanks for this vid, bro!

That "I see" before applying the smoke to Godbrand is EVERYTHING

Isaac won my heart, his character is amazing. I find it fascinating and even funny, how he is someone that used pain as a way to center himself, a response from trauma and in the other seasons compared to the rest of the cast Isaac barely got hurt. His journey was on his mind and character and it was so beautiful to see. For someone who only saw the worst in humanity to end up being someone that sees hope in them, we can see the pieces turning in his head as this evolution comes

From a boy who seeks the love of Dracula, to a conqueror and King, carrying out his own will and his own wishes, earning Dracula’s love all over again.

Outstanding analysis. Isaac's revamp is one of, if not the best character changes I've come across. Truly added a lot more depth and intrigue to the story.

As the story progressed I became more and more interested in Isaac’s character arc to the point where I was more excited to see him on screen than any of the other characters. He even had one of if not THE best fight scenes in the series. The first thing that came to mind when I watched him fight Carmilla was the fight between Naruto and Sasuke vs Momoshiki. He’s definitely earned the title of best character in my opinion

Isaac's literally my fav character in the whole Castlevania Netflix series... They wrote a legend with this character!

Isaac’s journey to personal freedom is so well put together.

I agree. Issac's changes were at first kinda odd. But i'm damn glad they did it cause he's one of the best characters in the series.

Man, I never played the games so when I watched the show I had no preconceived notions. And Isaac's character was simply amazing.

Your analysis was fantastic. I agree with another comment, this video should have more views. Very well done. Please keep doing your thing!

Issac and Hector are easily my favorite characters, the way season 3 and 4 played with them, made me very happy for Issac, and sympathetic of Hector

Isaac is my comfort character, I love him for all the reasons that are exposed on this video, it’s the best character. I have related to him on too much things (sadly one of them is self harming for feeling my body is dirty), and how he accepts he is a human, how he wants to just be kind but people are shit, I love him so much, he has made me remain here, he is now my comfort character. I just want to hug him and tell him “thanks, you made my life better” I almost cried writing this xd

The most unstoppable transformation to be sure. Almost unrecognizable to his introduction IMO. Loved how much care his scenes and animation got in the later seasons, definitely a god-send.

In series full of amazing and interesting characters. Isaac stands out as one of my favorites in any media ever.

I am SO glad I stumbled on this vid. Isaac is - without question - the single greatest part of this series. Every word, every action, every interaction - flawless. This is, for me, Isaac's story more than any other character's. Breath of fresh air ain't even in it. As a military fantasy/horror author, I've rarely if ever seen so perfect a characterisation - an arc so flawlessly executed. Thanks for making the vid, man.

I never played the Castevania games. Had it not been for clips of the anime's fights on youtube I came across, I never would've given the series a thought. I've watched the anime three times from start to finish and I can't get enough! I love Isaac and his story. Its definitely a highlight of the show. And finding out he's a redesign from his video game counterpart was a genuine surprise to me. (Insert Palpatine surprise Meme here) The journey from stoic, no nonsense devotion to Dracula, who would've killed Hector as soon as he laid eyes on him, to the pinnacle of what a human being should strive to be, forgiving Hector and even seeing the errors in Dracula's desires is such a captivating experience to watch. Thank you for taking the time and dedication to highlight such an amazing character.

Issac is definitely the stand-out charecter in Netflix's Castlevania. Granted I adore Trevor, Sypha and Alucard, the dialogue is also top notch. But the sheer odyssey of Issac and his transformation is so compelling it's hard not to route for the guy. As for the swaping of his race? Well That's a tricky situation. I think that certain charecters can tell certain stories better. I also do not believe that when it was written having Issac being a colored man was even a thought that would have been mildly entertained (yes I know it would have been 90's to early 2000s but "optics" for the time probably wouldn't have allowed for that). More importantly though I belive in leting the strength of a story do the talking. Issac is a compelling character, race be damned. A talented storyteller can make any character regardless of race, gender, orientation by grounding them in one critical trait we all share "humanity".

Isaac is the one Ginger to Black swap I will accept, and there's been a lot of that recently... He is a better character than his original counterpart. If you're going to change a character so radically, do it to make that character a better version of themselves. Not just to tick to a box.

I really loved his development, this video also made me remember things I forgot about him. Great video.

Issac was perfectly written I can relate to his struggles intimately.

I want a game, novel, movie or something based on this version of Isaac. He is, by far, the greatest character to come out of this anime series. The only other character that comes closes is this series version of Dracula(because of his depth). But I just loved everything about Isaac.

Honestly Isaac is badass, personally my favorite character is Trevor just because I love the whip animation, but you've made some great points and that fight with Carmilla was badass!

I'm not gonna lie. the more I was watching the show, the more I wanted to see Isaac than anyone else in the show just for his development

Great video! I really really like this character. His mysterious nature and quiet way is so well written. His character design is amazing, this is second character I feel like a Netflix anime that was amazing and I really resonated with thru out the series, Zeus in “Blood of Zeus” is the other one. The Sufi background of Issac is so so well done, if I can add. His robe (Khamis or kandora in UAE region) is perfect. How he is wearing black khamis when he is Dracula’s Army, he covered with a white cape, when he finds the magic mirror, I think he sees true self and start to appreciate life, his takes off his rope in the conquest battle, to show us a bright blue khamis. The fight with legion, the dull light on his blue khamis *chef kiss* Two other things I noticed, how he holds his knife and spins looks like he is doing a Sufi whirling. He does a perfect spin in the Camila fight. That is more common in Turkey with Dervish’s. When Dracula comes to ask for his help, Issac talks about dogs. That could be a subtle hint at the relationship with Hyenas and Sufi Muslims in Harar, Ethiopia. Sorry for tl;dr 😂

"Life smiles, death laughs, wisdom is amused" -magister daire Truly though, your perspective is expansive and needful. And by me personally...loved. thank you for your work

So, Doom, Berserk , and Castlevania... I think I found gold. Focusing on Issiac my favorite character, For me, Issiac was a background character almost that immediately stood out and I gravitated to. And like you said I became engrossed with his subtle development. I guess I loved his (usual) calm demeanor and .. idk just a character that clicked for me The algorithm finally delivered gold. Consider me subscribed. Now excuse me while I deep dive all your vids. See you in the comment section

This is so damn good… Isaac’s growth in the series is so beautiful, and so hopeful. Thank you for detailing it like this!

I haven’t seen castlevania yet but it’s been on my Netflix list forever lol. You might have just convinced me to watch this. I played one of the games when I was 20, and honestly really loved it! Great video again, but this time I’m not going to watch it til the end. I don’t want it spoiled too much haha

Videos like this is the exact reason why I tried to finish Castlevania before watching reviews and I am so glad I did so. This video explains exactly how I felt about Isaac and his entire odyssey in the show. The dialogues, the philosophy, the witty banter is just so amazing. Additionally I was blown away by what he originally looked and act like, and I am pretty happy with the change. Glad to see this video and I hope to see more from you in the future.

This video explains perfectly why Netflix Issac is my favorite characters in any 2010 + story.

Would love to see a spin-off for Isaac. My favorite character. He’s so interesting and mysterious at the same time. The voice actor deserves all the awards.

Your narration, and also, the musical piece backing it is beautiful, your dissection of Isaac's story is amazing and I hope I can see more of your content in the future!

Issacs changes work so well because they make him so much more interesting as a contrast to Hector. Instead of Hector's counterpart being just a generic masochistic lunatic, we get a genuinely compelling character that feels more 3 dimensional than just a generic villainous counterpart

Isaac is my favorite character in this series. And they did an amazing job with this character. And to be fair I lost trust in humanity because of our actions. But Isaac is the person I side with.

This video is so wonderfully made. I love issac not only for the representation (didn’t know about the race swap before this vid) but how his character and growth was amazing.

I swear Isaac has become my fav anime character of All time ...

This is a perfect video and analysis of one of the greatest characters in fiction and his conversations with Flys-eyes (the talking night creature) are some of the best story telling I've ever seen, thank you for this

Very well made narration, well done! The character development of both Issac and Hector are great to look back on in retrospect. One of my favorite arcs in the show, glad his journey is getting the recognition it deserves

I played Curse of Darkness when it first released and I loved it, so when I heard the forgemasters would be a part of the Animated Series, my expectations were high already but I wasn’t expecting them to be blown away. I loved Isaac’s arc in this, and completely agree that this is the absolute correct way to enhance a character in a different direction from the core material. Loved the video!

One subtle detail I love about Isaac's growth is the clothing he wears. He starts off with his iconic black, red and gold scheme. And as soon as he given a second chance at life by Dracula; His color scheme starts to deteriorate. He starts losing pieces of his clothing given by Dracula, showing he's slowly and methodically becoming his own person. He soon starts to wear a color scheme like Hector, with blue representing his humanity. Now with a dark blue and gold scheme, He's finally shed off Dracula's shadow and became Isaac, the human.

Isaac is clearly the best character on this show, which is why I always loved that he was paired with hector, one of the weakest ones

This was a good change in character. Honestly he quickly became my favorite character in the series

I'm so glad you made this video essay, Isaac is my most favorite character from the animated series

Always the most interesting dialogue from Isaac, didn’t matter who he was talking to.

AMAZING VIDEO! well thought out analysis of a great character. you definitely deserve more attention to your channel

A truly wonderful show, and a truly wonderful take. Thanks man.

Man i was thinking the same things you were. But you perfectly put my thoughts into words in this video. Good job. Isaac is one to remember for sure.

This is a video I was waiting for. Issac is probably my favorite character of the series by far. He grows so much. And you get to watch it the whole 4 seasons.

Bruh, your dissection of Issac and you measured and weighted words...much like Issac brought me to tears. Thank you for making this content and thank you for sharing this with the world. Much love.

I really enjoyed your piece on Issac. It was brilliant, thought provoking and touching.

Great breakdown. His growth was always refreshing.

This is a logically coherent and compelling animated analysis. Excellent job and thanks for providing insight into Isaac's character.

The one thing I think this video sells short is the significance of Carmilla and Isaac as foils to one another. Both of them are heavily shaped by the pain they suffered under abuse and slavery, and both of them accumulated power and used it on others as a form of retaliation for and self-protection from that pain. Oftentimes with villains like Carmilla, whose evil actions are motivated by the oppression and suffering they experienced, other series will unconsciously present a message that someone who came from servitude subverting the status quo and overpowering their former oppressors is in and of itself something evil, and the protagonists (who are usually from more privileged backgrounds) have to kill them for the greater good - if any other powerful man in the series had defeated Carmilla, then it would only be reinforcing that inferiority to privileged men is her 'proper place in the world.' But Isaac and Carmilla are cut from the same cloth of servitude and oppression, and by the time they fight, he's also come to hold the same ambitions of conquest; Isaac doesn't want her dead so that things can 'go back to the way they used to be' like in so many other stories. He ALSO has no love for the status quo, and intends to upend it and remake the world into something better. That Isaac goes from a slave and a victim to a king and a conqueror isn't sinister, but hopeful; the difference between them lies in the fact that Carmilla never moved on from her old wounds, and is still stuck in her traumatized childhood mentality - in the same way Isaac described Hector, and in the same way Carmilla described Isaac and Hector both - while Isaac has grown to look to the future and create something positive with it. But this is an amazing video outlining Isaac's arc and his humanity. Isaac is by far my favorite character in Netflix Castlevania, and I also had similar feelings to the ones you mentioned - not expecting much from his early appearances, only to be completely blown away as time went on. His conversations on philosophy in seasons 3 and 4 were so fascinating, and his conclusion and smile as he declared he was going to live absolutely ended me. I'm still in shambles. It was so good. Thank you for making this!!

I think his story is one of duality that learns of oneness. Love this video! 🖤

A fantastic character retrospective. Excellent work, man. Excellent. Lavender Jack...Swooping On Down.

This video was very well put together. 👌 awesome job

When i watched this video this morning it was at about 8k views, now it's climbing to 9.6k. Good shit man, quality video analysis

bro ur the g man. i needed this content and ur heavily slept on.

Awesome video . Love Issac. Re-watched just for his arc

damn this was such an amazing video and honestly isaac was a very background character for me in season 1 but the later 2 seasons really turned things around with him to him being the best character

Yo I just happened to stumble upon this Video and it is by far one of the best character and humanitarian analysis videos I've seen. The editing and production is amazing.

This analysis is SOOOOO perfect!! I loved Isaac before but the way you put it gives me so much more appreciation. Immediately subscribed

I've watched this video about 5-6 times thru out this past year. Using this as a way to improve myself, noticing a lot of the more "child phase mindset" within myself. Thank you for telling this story in your way. As well as the great music in the background(link please) really helps with the story telling. Thank you

Excellent video essay. Beautifully written and recorded my friend.

Great video essay. Love this version of Isaac over the videogames, and I'm a long time fan of the series.

Excellent summary and exploration of a fantastic character. Bravo

Damn bro.. your commentary got my gears turning real good. My castlevania engine gears! Nice

Isaac was the best set of choices they made, and I will stand by that. A villain who makes perfect sense as someone who has been completely and unjustly alienated, could be a complete monster, and still has the capacity to grow and become a better person in an organic way is gold among straw.

Awesome video, Loved it.

Beautiful and well-thought-out video. (Thank you.)

this was a really nice video. thank you.