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Xenosaga Episode I Analysis (Ep.7): Alchemy In Space | State Of The Arc Podcast Oct 19, 2022

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Turns out, the game is all about alchemy, and it's starting to show. We go over several alchemical concepts that are beautifully illustrated within the game as we move toward the 3rd act of the game. We spend a lot of time with Jr., hear a fantastic fairy tale from the brothers Grimm, and even go sunbathing at a nice space beach! Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Jr. Meets the Crew (00:26) 3. Marienkind (10:02) 4. Arrival of the Durandal (39:36) 5. To The Beach (1:03:00) 6. More Mysteries (1:19:21)

Undertale Analysis (Ep.2): Waterfall and Alphys' Lab | State Of The Arc Podcast Oct 17, 2022

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In today's episode, we explore the Waterfall area, where we are constantly hounded by the lauded knight Undyne. We also meet a new character, Dr. Alyphs, once reaching her mysterious lab. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Undyne Arc (2:22) 3. Intro To Hotlands and Dr. Alyphs Arc (39:21)

Xenosaga Episode I Analysis (Ep.6): Dock Colony and Cathedral Ship | State Of The Arc Podcast Oct 12, 2022

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In today's episode, we meet Jr. and his crew, follow the Elsa as it docks with a deep space colony, and learn about Cherenkov's dark and mysterious past. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Shion Gives Ziggy and MOMO a Tour (1:44) 3. Introduction To Jr. and His Crew (3:39) 4. Margulis' Scheming (11:10) 5. Ambush For Jr., Space Battle, Boarding The Enemy Ship (29:41) 6. The Dock Colony (49:15) 7. Cherenkov's Struggles and Shion's Premonition (1:00:50) 8. Turbulence In Hyperspace (1:04:15) 9. Cherenkov's Past and The Cathedral Ship (1:08:03) 10. Cherenkov Transforms Into A Gnosis (1:31:32) 11. KOS-MOS' Secret Weapon (1:52:10)

Xenosaga Episode I Analysis (Ep.5): Hyperspace Battle | State Of The Arc Podcast Oct 05, 2022

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In today's episode, we have a fantastic hyperspace battle, paths coincide, and we learn a bit more about the most mysterious characters in the game. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Back Aboard the Woglinde (0:45) 3. KOS MOS Sleeping (17:24) 4. Ziggy and Momo Escape (33:28) 5. Hyperspace Battle (50:16) 6. Special Q&A Session (1:04:15)

Xenosaga Episode I Analysis (Ep.4): chaos, Ziggy, and Momo | State Of The Arc Podcast Sep 27, 2022

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In today's episode, we meet the crew of the Elsa, including an exceptionally mysterious young man named chaos. We're also introduced to Ziggurat 8, who goes on a mission to rescue a 100-Series Observational Relian girl named Momo. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Clarifications and corrections from last week (2:52) 3. The Elsa and introduction to Matthews' crew (12:10) 4. Shion's comlink with KOS-MOS and introduction to chaos (22:09) 5. Chaos Kills a Gnosis (38:23) 6. Introduction to Wilhelm (44:40) 7. Margulis and Pellegri (48:55) 8. Ziggurat 8 and S.O.C.E. (53:37) 9. MOMO and Margulis (1:10:16) 10. Ziggy's Infiltration (1:12:07)

Xenosaga Episode I Analysis (Ep.3): Fighting Gnosis (ft. TJTheEmperor) | State Of The Arc Podcast Sep 20, 2022

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In this episode of our Xenosaga podcast, we get to fight some gnosis. The trouble with fighting gnosis is that it's futile, as you're fighting against knowledge itself, which seeks you out from all corners... other than that, we get to see some flashbacks and dreams. Join us as we analyze!

Xenosaga Episode I Analysis (Ep.2): The Zohar Rises (ft. TJTheEmperor) | State Of The Arc Podcast Sep 14, 2022

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In this episode of our Xenosaga podcast, we go over the foreshadowing and symbolism of the first hour or two of the game. There is a lot of depth here, and even though Mike and I haven't played this game yet, we can see some possibilities of where this might be headed, and we're all for it.

Xenosaga Episode I Analysis (Ep.1): Dev History (ft. TJTheEmperor) | State Of The Arc Podcast Sep 04, 2022

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In this first episode of our Xenosaga deep-dive, we talk about the entire series' development history! We're joined by TJTheEmperor, who has made one of the best Xenosaga Retrospectives on YouTube! Check out his channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9WYst0j9ac&ab_channel=TJTheEmperor Symfonikev's channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puUjEp04Gg0&ab_channel=symfonikev

Undertale Analysis (Ep.1): Ruins and Snowdin | State Of The Arc Podcast Aug 30, 2022

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I know most of you were expecting Xenosaga Ep.1 this week. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to finish editing it in time. I'm going through a very difficult time in my life right now, and it has been tough to do the preparation and work necessary for these podcasts. I'm doing my best to get back on track. That said, until next week, please enjoy this early release of our exclusive podcast on Undertale. Part 2 will be available later today on patreon and SubscribeStar. Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Toriel Arc (8:08) 3. Sans and Papyrus Arc (32:08)

Metal Gear Solid Analysis (FINALE): Duel Of The Snakes | State Of The Arc Podcast Aug 24, 2022

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On this episode of the State of the Arc Podcast, we finally finish Metal Gear Solid. The Snakes fight, we learn a lot about Liquid, then Naomi Hunter gives us a very direct and lengthy moral message about herself instead of telling Snake when he's going to die. There might even be an after-credits scene or two! Also, wanna find out what Liquid's tattoo means...? 1 . Intro (0:00) 2. The Snakes Fight (00:14) 3. Symbolism of Liquid Snake (13:59) 4. The Fight Continues (31:57) 5. The End (45:05)

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