Morag's a great character who didn't get as much story focus as I'd have liked.
@somethingofascientist70843 жыл бұрын
Turturs next? He carried the story on his back
@Magic-Gunner3 жыл бұрын
Great analysis. I think Morag is the perfect example of how a mentor character should be written. Fully dimensional, with their own arc, but they don't steal the spotlight from the protagonist that they're guiding. Among of my favorites. Only thing I felt was amiss is her line during the final battle, where she discusses with Zeke people's purpose in life and she remarks that some people go their whole lives without finding theirs. The way its delivered, it leaves a lot to interpretation and it kind of implies her personal journey actually isn't over yet.
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I know what you mean. I think the brief discussion about finding purpose in life is good and timely, but perhaps the line where she wonders if she'll find her purpose could be unnecessary. I guess somebody could view it as residual conflict in her that wasn't completely cleared up after her discussion with Niall, but it does feel a bit strange.
@kingspheal3633 жыл бұрын
The transition from Emperor to Niall is the saddest moment in the game for me, her VA acts that scene so well
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
I agree. I feel like it works really well too since Mòrag doesn't normally get worked up in most of her dialogue outside of some battle quotes and such.
@Kuuribro3 жыл бұрын
@@KayJulers Contrast, man. Contrast is what always gives things like this their impact. That’s why her “SHIT” line is so good too!
@Blahblahblah285043 жыл бұрын
Damn, I feel like Morag would've been a completely broken person if Nia never saved Nial.
@flambo193 жыл бұрын
you know i never entirely understood when people immediately fell in love with a character with a single shot... ...until i saw morag
@Leopoldshark3 жыл бұрын
This is the culmination of years of scripting!
@krissjames72763 жыл бұрын
Morag is so wonderful, right up there with Dunban for me. While Dunban might have the greater story moments, Morag easily has the better heart-to-hearts, and many of them are hilarious too, surprisingly enough. Morag's struggle with a dead fish, resisting Tora's demands for her to get naked with him (it makes sense in context) and her spot-the-Titan competition with Zeke at the top of the World Tree are just some of her great moments. I also love how Fiora explicitly says that Morag reminds her of Dunban during a post-battle quote, though Morag isn't all that happy with being compared to a guy, given all the other characters that have joked about or remarked on her being "manly". Morag being kinda vain is another surprising thing about her, she takes pride in her appearance and puts in a lot of effort to look her best, as a heart-to-heart with Pandoria makes clear.
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
The dead fish and the hot springs heart-to-hearts are great. I didn't know about that post-battle quote, but that's super interesting. It makes sense with how much I love Dunban that I would also feel the same about Morag.
@krissjames72763 жыл бұрын
@@KayJulers The conversation is part of Jb Sprinkles's video "Shulk and Fiora Post Battle Quotes". That video has several other interesting interactions between Shulk, Fiora and the Xenoblade 2 characters as well.
@dereban56543 жыл бұрын
I feel like Morag swearing was a huge part in her character. I was really taken aback when I heard it as it was pretty unexpected given how her character had been built up so far in the story.
@TrippingDownStairs3 жыл бұрын
Morag is perhaps my favorite character as well of this game. She is so strong and beautiful, I admire her.
@AnalystAdam3 жыл бұрын
Great video man! Mòrag is undeniably my favorite character in Xenoblade 2, with Zeke following not too far behind. I feel like not many people really seem to have that much of an interest in Mòrag compared to the rest of the cast, which really saddens me. I love that you were able to discuss many of the key points and moments that make her character one of the best; especially that big moment with Niall. Hopefully this gets more people to appreciate Mòrag more, and once again great video!
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Adam! What's great about that is Zeke and Mòrag both have some great moments and poses together, such as in the Spirit Crucible Elpys. I feel that. I think she's appreciated and well liked, but discussion usually circulates around Rex, Pyra/Mythra, and Nia from my experience.
@Kuuribro3 жыл бұрын
Morag (and Poppi) are my favourites in the game. I too wish she had just a liiiittle more focus, but she was a scene stealer for me whenever she showed up.
@richardsonrichly84563 жыл бұрын
I just love the contrast between them to
@abbymems3 жыл бұрын
I've seen it in some comments, so I want to toss my hat into Morag's line at the end about not having found purpose. I've always seen it as her having journeyed to high above the world with Rex in search of it, and still not having divided herself from the Empire in terms of her personal goals. But one of the little unspoken details that I love about the ending is the scene where they're sitting on Azurda's back and Brighid cradles up to Morag affectionately, because That is what she has gained from this journey. Not some obvious answer to life, but friends and loved ones that will reassure her as she moves on, just as she has done for Rex. It's okay that she hasn't found her goal, because now, she can start on her own personal journey. Also wanted to say that I'm glad you focused on all that makes Morag great, because she's such a good character and her not being a focus of the story only makes her stronger as a cast member.
@JMB_Smash3 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you continue this series. Morag is my favorite character in Xenoblade 2😃
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Mòrag's one of, if not, my favorite character in Xenoblade 2, so I figured she'd be a good way to bring the series back.
@joradixon68393 жыл бұрын
Great taste!
@DarioKalen_Kagenui3 жыл бұрын
Same!
@YehWright3 жыл бұрын
A beautiful analysis. Honestly, I wish they gave us more backstory on Morag. Would love to explore her childhood, growth, relationship with Niall as well as some sweet sweet training montage
@jerenjagodzinski96513 жыл бұрын
What’s with the evasion tanks being so cool
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure, but I'm all for it! Here's to Xenoblade 3's evasion tank also being sick.
@LostBlade7763 жыл бұрын
Mòrag is best waifu in xenoblade glad to see you cover this character
@angelsdevil41003 жыл бұрын
You know a character's fantastic when they bring tears to your eyes in like 15 seconds. That moment when Morag is holding Niall's body after he "dies" just tears at my heartstrings no matter how many times I see it
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Hey everyone! It’s been a minute since the last installment in this series, but hopefully you enjoyed this episode! Just to get a rough idea, who would you want to see for future episodes?
@krissjames72763 жыл бұрын
I for one really love your in-depth analysis videos about aspects of the Xenoblade games, especially the story, themes, world-building and characters.
@JJJSmit90263 жыл бұрын
from this series we have seen a lot of war hero type characters, xenoblade chronicle handles comedy relief characters really well and I would be very interested in a video about one of them, whoever you do next the video will be something to look forward to
@NachostheXth3 жыл бұрын
I'd love to see a Dramatis Personae for Malos, Jin or Lora, I think. Malos interests me a lot because while I think his prime directive was to destroy the world, he manages to find at least a good(ish) reason to do it by freeing Blades from their servitude, i.e. to make a decision for himself rather than have one made for him. Jin because of the curse Lora laid on him by accident, the curse to remember the events of 500 years ago while the truth was destroyed by Amalthus along with everything he ever loved. Lora, for her un-chosenness, the merc who never had fate on her side, but fought an impossible battle against GIANT FUTURE MECHA AND STILL WON. Actually the whole Torna crew really. They fought and died to save the world, not driven by destiny but because they knew it was right.
@Magic0YT3 жыл бұрын
@@NachostheXth lora would be amazing or malos
@lowoncorners3 жыл бұрын
Melia!
@Shirker123 жыл бұрын
That was great! I think you did her character justice. She's always been my favorite character to play when it comes to endgame content, as my main DPS. Refering to story scenes, one of my favorite moments showing her dedication to the party comes from the fight against Monado Malos and full power Jin. While she's not capable of fighting them due to the massive difference in power, she still doesn't hesitate to intercept an attack from Malos to protect one of the characters. (Sorry, it's been a bit, so I can't remember who it was. I think it was Nia or Dromarch)
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
That's one of the things I appreciate about XC2's cast is that everybody seems to contribute in some way, even if it's slight. It also just goes to show how tough and persistent Morag is.
@Minako_Meleph3 жыл бұрын
It may be an unpopular opinion, but Mòrag is my favorite Nintendo character ever! I knew her potential since E3 2017 trailer. Really love your video!
@knowledgeseeker46143 жыл бұрын
Didn’t expect a video on her, but is nice. She starts off as an enemy and becomes an ally. Her story didn’t seem complete kinda like how Melia her own side story in the Definitive Edition.
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
I've been holding onto the idea of tackling Mòrag for awhile, but didn't get around to her until now. I can see where you're coming from. Her dialogue following Malos' defeat kind of supports your thoughts too. I guess for me it never bothered me that much.
@Gag18008 ай бұрын
I'm so happy to find this, though for me Nia was the one who drew me into the series, it was Morag who ultimately stole my heart by the end. She is indisputably my favourite character of all time, her design, her voice, her personality. All of it just hits perfectly for me, I only wish the story gave her more. She is my phone's lock screen image, and I have blue flames as my home screen.
@somasora73 жыл бұрын
A half hour analysis of my favourite XC2 driver? Sign me up I have to mention her design too. They seriously snapped with hers
@codename6183 жыл бұрын
I have no words. Thank you for making this video on my favorite party member.
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching and I'm glad to hear I was able to do your favorite character justice.
@mx41593 жыл бұрын
This was a great video! Morag is one of my favorite characters out of any work of media so I’m glad somebody did her character justice
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed!
@Tekno5602 жыл бұрын
For the record, her bow/salute to Pyra/Mythra is the thing that broke me and led me into tears. Truly one of the greats
@Player-mi9hf2 жыл бұрын
Fell in love with Moràg when using her in battle. Shes super strong! I wished she had an expansion DLC to continue those thoughts she expressed after the final boss. I can only think how poweful Mor Ardain might had become if she turn to be the empress.
@kayleesmerbeck31973 жыл бұрын
If you're like me and see Morag and Brigid as lovers, her design fits cause the has a butch femme dynamic. It's amplified with Brigid being far more forceful than she lets on aka silk hiding steel
@darkm4gia2 жыл бұрын
I loved your analysis! Mòrag is my absolute favorite from XC2, I could sit here all day listening to you go on about how awesome she is lol. Great video!!
@adamnguyen44393 жыл бұрын
So glad you’re still making Xenoblade 2 content! My personal favorite video game. Thank you so much for this
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching the videos!
@turbo__unicorn33703 жыл бұрын
I’ve been waiting for the next episode of this series, and let me just say this video is sublime and will bear many fruits. (Also, if you’re taking requests/ideas, I would really like an episode on Amalthus)
@doragon_central3 жыл бұрын
My favorite from 2, finally. Her and brighid are so interesting
@miespies3 жыл бұрын
what an amazing video! Your character analysis had me entranced the whole time that I didnt realize 30 minutes had passed.
@ohmygoddiosmio91383 жыл бұрын
countless battles in bringer of chaos mode have been saved by Morag for me, so favorite character for sure. Great video btw !
@PeterGargan3 жыл бұрын
Morag is my favourite Driver to put Shulk on as I think she looks the coolest with the Monado out of the XC2 cast, it matches with the red on her outfit if you ask me
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Considering the aesthetics of the Driver/Blade combo is honestly a big brain play, and I respect it.
@AsianSolo3 жыл бұрын
Man this was a great video, Morag is my favorite character in XC2 and you basically took the words right out of my mouth as to why. I really hope to see more!
@jhon14063 жыл бұрын
Nothing but respect for my special inquisitor!
@Nerwrax153 жыл бұрын
Lets also not forget despite her great design she still a stone cold FOX if her swimsuit is anything to go by :)
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Obligatory Leave Mòrag is👌
@darkstorm25793 жыл бұрын
A good analysis on Morag’s character. She’s one of my favorite characters in the game as well as one of my favorite party members.
@TheGoldenLeek3 жыл бұрын
Now this is the kind of content that needs to be thrown into my recommended. She is definitely my favorite character in XC2 and I feel she doesn't get the credit she's due. Amazing video!
@tyrantchimera5452 жыл бұрын
Morag was definitely my favourite, probably still is. I appreciate a female character who isnt just fan service, which is kind of rare in japanese media...
@nexusruben1373 жыл бұрын
Congratulations, your analysis is once again awesome. It made me appreciate the complexity of the character even more. I would have liked to hear your opinion on her relationship with Zeke and on some of Morag's last lines, after the death of Malos, where she seems to still have some doubts about herself.
@magicdreemurr37713 жыл бұрын
Mòrag deserved a better character arc. Literally everyone else got a good character arc... And then, Mòrag.... Well... Was very sporadic.... Got mingled in with Zeke's.... And completely overshadowed. And then nothing happens until the final cutscene which absolutely sucks. She's the best character in this game.
@CesarR423 жыл бұрын
Great video! Finally someone talking about one of my favorite characters in Xenoblade 2
@hiimanthonysullivan24733 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video, but Mòrag McQueen (...or Lightning Ladair) is genuinely terrifying and I hate you for giving me a new sleep paralysis demon.
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
LOL Lightning Ladair is amazing. Thank you, Anthony!
@Space_Cowboy_Revolver3 жыл бұрын
Absolute queen.
@EvilMike3492 жыл бұрын
I'm just getting back into 2 and realizing after 250 hours how damn much I love Morag, in battle and in dialogue.
@SCP-1762-BOL3 жыл бұрын
Geez this channel needs to blow up! Edit: I mean on the best way possible. You deserve a ton more subscribers!
@0okaze3 жыл бұрын
The amount of work and dedication in these videos just amazes me. This is another kind of love for these games. Even with my 500+ hours on this game (still not completed), I feel ashamed.
@theroadtosunrise8 ай бұрын
I think Mórag was my first ever video game crush😍🕹
@Zerobit133 жыл бұрын
Love this video! The quality is amazing. The design part was quite interesting to see. Excited for the next one!
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@ClockWorksb3 жыл бұрын
the effort you put in your videos is incredibly admirable, nice stuff as always
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! I appreciate it!
@MicahBlaze173 жыл бұрын
KZfaq recommended me another good one! Great video! Can't wait to see what else you can do!
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Thank you and welcome!
@archon62713 жыл бұрын
Man I haven’t played Xenoblade in awhile, but even now I can remember Morag and never being hit with her ultra instinct evasion powers.
@sprenzy79363 жыл бұрын
23:28 this aged well
@kgddrago37523 жыл бұрын
Now Morags one of my favorite characters now, thanks!
@Aeoncalcos913 жыл бұрын
These videos are so well done. You did an awesome job covering what makes Morag so great. Now I'm wondering what you have to say about Vandham.
@johnsmitherino49133 жыл бұрын
Best xenoblade content. Thank you KJ!
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
I'm flattered! Thanks for the kind words!
@ZaiDrizzleDrop3 жыл бұрын
I loved this video! Morag was definetly the best designed character! I am a sucker for armor that covers only the shoulder or a portion of the body, looks sick! You should do a video on the blade Kora! I think her design has a lot of theming and strong messages regarding the power of friendship and picking yourself up when your feeling down! Not to mention her sidequest is probably one of the most complex and deep in the series! The dancing scene has a lot of hidden undertones that most people may miss, like "if you want your life to change, MAKE SOMETHING CHANGE" or how you should make an effort to talk with different people so you can progress in life and open your circle!
@cullenlatham23662 жыл бұрын
I think i read many of morag's actions a bit differently, though not to such an extreme degree that it changes the trajectory of the story, just different nuances. First off, Dughall's "fear" came off completely differently. Beyond any preestablished villany, the fear instead cements Dughall's cowardice that comes from knowingly doing wrong and potentially even going against his country's interests while abusing his rank. From that perspective, Morag does not come off as a threat, but as an ally-to-be, even if a clashing of swords is inevitable. Feeling slighted by Rex holding back, though still with all the elements you point out, is far more complex than just that. There is more to the reaction than just "he had the power and he held back. Against me, even with my title and reputation." It was also a moment of realization. "He is probably a good kid. If he is worthy of that power, we will meet again on friendly terms. If he isnt, then we wont meet. If we get into conflict again, it will be because he is using that power for the wrong reasons and i will have to strike him down." That last point directly tying into the confrontation at mor ardain, where her duty prevents diplomacy, even if rex clearly wants to explain himself. Thankfully, the fact he is still holding back combined with his constant attempts to talk his way out finally end the clash with an understanding. The biggest overall discrepancy i see between our interpretations is where personal and national interests clash. You see it first appearing in gormott, i dont see it happening until Nial has to drag the words out of her heart. She lets Rex go at gormott because the aegis is not a high priority target yet, if it was, she would likely have a much bigger militaristic force with her to back her up, especially coming from a militaristic nation. Her judge of character says rex is not a threat to the world, and his lack of experience is so obvious that even if he was a threat, she would be too highly trained to waste her efforts on the noob when a modest troop could take him down without casualties. (heck, nia's capture proves as much. sure, they lost because of brigid, but the troops were also a local patrol with small numbers. If brigid was just 5-10 grunts, rex and nia still would have lost just from the sheer numbers distracting them from the ether net preparations.) Now, where does morag fall for me? well, i dont hate her character in any way and it is still well written, but i also cant say she is my favorite xenoblade character. The biggest downside for me personally is her mor ardain aura. Sure, she is still an individual, but her goals and motivations are so entwined with her nation that she feels more like her rank than her individual personage. She isnt a hero that saved the world, she is the top officer on the field for a nation who's pedigree let her keep up and tag along with the party of heroes. When personal motivations are secondary to national motivations, it is hard to see them as anything more than a product of their nation. In comparison, golden country's Hugo does the job a million times better. Yes, he is from the same militaristic nation, and yes, he also has an equally high rank and skills from the nation, but the difference is that hugo has an identity as an individual separate from his nation. He is long-time friends with adam, and his comrades in the aegis war see him as hugo, not "the jewel of the empire" or some other spoiler-avoidant title. Morag's character is her personal caricature of mor ardain, hugo is a person who just so happens to have an important role in mor ardain. It is hard to sympathize with a national caricature in a way required to make them a favorite character for any other reason than aesthetics, and in a world as rich in story and character as xenoblade chronicles 2, that is not enough. To be clear, she is still far superior to the grunts and NPCs in mor ardain, but a vast majority of mor ardain's locational character comes from the way morag acts.
@jamesa.6463 жыл бұрын
Amazing analysis
@JustJulyo3 жыл бұрын
Your analyzes makes me want to replay this hundred hour RPG again, I felt that Morag was uber strong but then when she's in the party, not so much, but I did like her character from the overall cast including her driver
@jarrav81863 жыл бұрын
I don't think you mentioned it in the video, but the game agrees with the similarity between Morag and Dunban. When you use Fiora on Morag she has a post-battle convo that goes "You know, Morag, you remind me a lot of my older brother" "Back up there Fiora. Surely, you meant "sister""
@Lazer_Specter3 жыл бұрын
The shot of her exiting the ship at that angle could be showing that she's a one woman army. Which, they aren't wrong. She's awesome.
@danielfm813 жыл бұрын
Awesome as always! ❤❤❤❤❤
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a bunch, Daniel!
@nuotatorre87412 жыл бұрын
8:42 I've used for the entiere story Ursula (Flully powered up) and Vess 🙃. And I must say I did not had a bad time mostra because the healing they provide is quite insane.
@millakatariina646 ай бұрын
Morag was one of the reasons I came to realise I was bi- But this was great! Just really love her character, so really happy to see an analysis on her :)
@johnchitwood33283 жыл бұрын
I hope to see Rex and all the group in xenoblade chronicles 3 game To get more of the story what happened how they lived in peace on earth
@someguycalledgoober1552 жыл бұрын
Morag is my favorite character from Xenoblade 2. Well, her and Zeke are tied, but Morag's just. Awesome. And hot..... *ha*
@LuigiLonLon3 жыл бұрын
Also another neat detail, in any of the trailers Morag wasn't featured, specially in the Chraracter Trailer , that included Zeke of all people, her joining the party is mostly kept secret
@dipshitsiclethemighty30543 жыл бұрын
I love these. Could the next one be on Amalthus/Malos? Feel like their complexity isn’t as well understood as Jin’s.
@chaincat333 жыл бұрын
Morag isn't really about the block life. Sure, she can hit high block numbers, but not as high as Tora can with Poppi alpha. Her real strength is how effortlessly she can hit max agility. Morag does not get hit. Not if you ask nicely, not if she lets you, not if she wants to. It's just incapable of her taking damage unless the attack is outright unavoidable without the use of i-frames like evasion arts or level 4 specials or blade combo finishers
@benjaminschroeder54653 жыл бұрын
Morag really is best XC2 girl, huh?
@ItsCrunkulous3 жыл бұрын
Can we expect one on rex?
@Magic0YT3 жыл бұрын
omg morag! I just clicked on the video I am so hyped
@RapDog623 жыл бұрын
Boys like Pyra, men like Morag.
@Luigiofthegods3 жыл бұрын
I just like her hat :)
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
That's a good enough reason lol
@GoGalactic3 жыл бұрын
Subscribed, hoping you hit your goal! I love your content!
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@antimatterstudios83953 жыл бұрын
I'm saving this for mplaylist to watch when I actually beat this game...
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Enjoy the rest of your play through!
@VictoryStar9080263 жыл бұрын
(me when I first got to play Mòrag) So your telling me there is a bad ass party member that uses dual blades (my Monster Hunter main weapon) and is a tank? (My main role in FFXIV) SIGN ME THE F UP!
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
That's a match made in heaven right there.
@richardsargent44443 жыл бұрын
On a serious note though... this was awesome, my guy!
@KayJulers3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@supercouchpotato96983 жыл бұрын
I feel like a Dramatis Personae of Poppi could be interesting.
@gamercore52162 жыл бұрын
My favorite character in 2, not counting TGC.
@ianmiller430110 күн бұрын
Do one for ZEKE VON GEMBU BRINGER OF CHAOS
@djb96343 жыл бұрын
Xenoblade chronicles 2 best girl and this video helps prove it! 👏🏼
@HuuuHa3 жыл бұрын
Great vid!, could you do one on amalthus?
@InternetMonster12 жыл бұрын
Where is the blue in Morag's outfit, is she not wearing black?
@rushiuppu41803 жыл бұрын
What's the song used in chapter 1?
@darknephilim32483 жыл бұрын
Hmm... a character with a dark coloured outfit with a somewhat strange hat, backed up with a soul bonded manifestation that attacks, sometimes with a flurry of fast blows with a primarily blue/purple colour scheme... and on top of this besides one or two moments her emotional range is quiet indifference to irritation... She's Jotaro.
@astra21983 жыл бұрын
Morag doesn't have blue on her outfit
@richardsonrichly84563 жыл бұрын
13:04 OMG! Shes SHES Shes so cute! UwU
@SanjiTyloxion3 жыл бұрын
XENOGEARS?!
@Tyranogre3 жыл бұрын
Mommy Dunban is bae.
@itsyaboiherman3 жыл бұрын
Morag is best waifu
@pikagammerpluspizza74783 жыл бұрын
A moment that can sum up my thoughts on Morag kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e6-deaqTnN6qmYE.html
@AGuy-vq9qp2 жыл бұрын
Mòrag is an evasion tank, not a block tank. High block weapons are a poor choice.
@irtehmrepic3 жыл бұрын
Binging a few videos, I realize you have scary potential as a Xenoblade shitposter
@PhantomBlackStar3 жыл бұрын
11:47 Ha ha.
@LibertarianTerriermon2 жыл бұрын
23:29 Jin Resembles more like Brother Nier then Sephiroth Numorua must of OG Nier Replicant and Copied Brother Nier's Design
@richardsonrichly84563 жыл бұрын
Cute Fashy tomboy GF With a big Tiddy Mommy GF as a Blade Yeah shes awesome