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<blockquote data-quote="OB1" data-source="post: 8978392" data-attributes="member: 6796241"><p><span style="font-size: 26px">This thread is for discussing the D&D movie in its entirety, and contains heavy spoilers.</span></p><p></p><p><em><span style="font-size: 22px">If you haven't seen the movie yet and wish to remain spoiler free, this thread isn't for you (yet)! </span></em></p><p><em></em></p><p><em><em>*****</em></em></p><p></p><p>Finally got to see the film on opening day, and I was blown away! The film is just jam packed with D&D goodness, has a simple but captivating plot, and characters that you instantly grow to love and loathe. I already have tickets to see it again on Sunday, both to try and catch more of the easter eggs scattered through the film but also just to spend some more time with this merry band of adventurers.</p><p></p><p>I love that the plot is focused on Edgen & Holga working to reunite with their daughter, and that the Red Wizard plot emerges from that as a complication. By grounding the characters motivation, it humanizes the story in a way that so many 'save the world' plots of modern comic book movies fail to do. Simon's quest for self confidence is likewise relatable, and I love that the resolution of his arc ended up leading into a trap, but that the growth he experienced led to him being awesome in the final showdown with Sofina. I did find Doric's arc to be a bit thin, as I was never personally sold on her distrust of humans in the film (even having read her prequel story) and thought that she needed a moment where her distrust led to a negative consequence for the group. That said, her Druid was the definition of bada**</p><p></p><p>Sofina and Forge were likewise compelling and fun villains. Sofina though was incredible, the audience I saw the film with broken into applause when Doric finally took her out (temporarily? Xenk had mentioned that Theyans are hard to kill), which I think was earned after her Alter Selfing into Bug to trick Edgen.</p><p></p><p>And my goodness that final showdown with the BBEG was incredible. When the group comes together to take her on as a team, I swear the action unfolded in 3-4 real time rounds. I can't wait to see that set piece again, watching for initiative, actions, and legendary actions.</p><p></p><p>Now, let's talk about Xenk. The Paladin steals every moment he's on screen, and I was so disappointed when he left the group after the under dark (though not the way in which he left). I understand why the writers did it, as like any high level NPC a lower level party works with for a time, if he sticks around too long it would take away from the PCs, but I hope we get to see Xenk again in future movies or TV shows. My wife and I instantly gave each other hall passes for Page after the film <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite2" alt=";)" title="Wink ;)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=";)" /></p><p></p><p>Finally, Edgen's decision to resurrect Holga after the final battle was perfectly earned, and concluded his arc in the best possible way. I'll admit I teared up.</p><p></p><p>So let's discuss everything you saw, enjoyed, disliked and loved about the film here!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="OB1, post: 8978392, member: 6796241"] [SIZE=7]This thread is for discussing the D&D movie in its entirety, and contains heavy spoilers.[/SIZE] [I][SIZE=6]If you haven't seen the movie yet and wish to remain spoiler free, this thread isn't for you (yet)! [/SIZE] [I]*****[/I][/I] Finally got to see the film on opening day, and I was blown away! The film is just jam packed with D&D goodness, has a simple but captivating plot, and characters that you instantly grow to love and loathe. I already have tickets to see it again on Sunday, both to try and catch more of the easter eggs scattered through the film but also just to spend some more time with this merry band of adventurers. I love that the plot is focused on Edgen & Holga working to reunite with their daughter, and that the Red Wizard plot emerges from that as a complication. By grounding the characters motivation, it humanizes the story in a way that so many 'save the world' plots of modern comic book movies fail to do. Simon's quest for self confidence is likewise relatable, and I love that the resolution of his arc ended up leading into a trap, but that the growth he experienced led to him being awesome in the final showdown with Sofina. I did find Doric's arc to be a bit thin, as I was never personally sold on her distrust of humans in the film (even having read her prequel story) and thought that she needed a moment where her distrust led to a negative consequence for the group. That said, her Druid was the definition of bada** Sofina and Forge were likewise compelling and fun villains. Sofina though was incredible, the audience I saw the film with broken into applause when Doric finally took her out (temporarily? Xenk had mentioned that Theyans are hard to kill), which I think was earned after her Alter Selfing into Bug to trick Edgen. And my goodness that final showdown with the BBEG was incredible. When the group comes together to take her on as a team, I swear the action unfolded in 3-4 real time rounds. I can't wait to see that set piece again, watching for initiative, actions, and legendary actions. Now, let's talk about Xenk. The Paladin steals every moment he's on screen, and I was so disappointed when he left the group after the under dark (though not the way in which he left). I understand why the writers did it, as like any high level NPC a lower level party works with for a time, if he sticks around too long it would take away from the PCs, but I hope we get to see Xenk again in future movies or TV shows. My wife and I instantly gave each other hall passes for Page after the film ;) Finally, Edgen's decision to resurrect Holga after the final battle was perfectly earned, and concluded his arc in the best possible way. I'll admit I teared up. So let's discuss everything you saw, enjoyed, disliked and loved about the film here! [/QUOTE]
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