Critical Role fans, you can watch the first episode of The Mighty Nein on YouTube
Critical Role fans have reason to celebrate as the first episode of *The Mighty Nein* is now available for free streaming on YouTube. This new animated series, set to officially premiere on November 19, marks the second collaboration between Critical Role and Prime Video, following the success of their first series, *The Legend of Vox Machina*. While both shows are set in the rich fantasy world of Exandria and feature a cast of eccentric heroes, *The Mighty Nein* distinguishes itself with longer episodes and a darker narrative tone, moving away from the more lighthearted, raunchy humor of its predecessor. However, fans can still expect a sprinkle of the signature humor, including the ever-present dick jokes.
The inaugural episode, titled “Mote of Possibility,” introduces viewers to three of the main characters: the disheveled wizard Caleb Widogast, voiced by Liam O’Brien; the comically inebriated goblin Nott the Brave, voiced by Sam Riegel; and the fiery Cobalt Soul monk Beauregard Lionett, voiced by Marisha Ray. Initially, these characters are disparate travelers, but their paths intertwine against the backdrop of an impending war between the Kryn Dynasty and the Dwendalian Empire. The episode kicks off with an exhilarating wizard heist targeting the Luxon Beacon, an artifact of immense power, setting the stage for a narrative filled with magic, intrigue, and the brutal realities of conflict. This gripping opening not only showcases the series’ high-stakes storytelling but also hints at the complexities and traumas that will unfold throughout the season.
Fans can look forward to the first three episodes of *The Mighty Nein* premiering on Prime Video on November 19, with new episodes released every Wednesday thereafter. As anticipation builds, the series promises to delve deeper into its characters’ backstories and the darker themes of their journey, appealing to both long-time Critical Role enthusiasts and newcomers alike. The combination of engaging storytelling, dynamic character development, and the rich lore of Exandria makes *The Mighty Nein* a highly anticipated addition to the Critical Role franchise.
Critmas came early for
Critical Role
fans everywhere, because the first episode of
The Mighty Nein
is now streaming for free on YouTube.
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Set to premiere Nov. 19,
The Mighty Nein
is Critical Role’s second animated series with Prime Video, the first being
The Legend of Vox Machina
. Like
The Legend of Vox Machina
,
The Mighty Nein
follows a group of unlikely heroes in the world of Exandria. However,
The Mighty Nein
charts new ground for Critical Role on TV, with longer episodes and a darker tone setting it apart from the raunchier Saturday morning cartoon vibe of
The Legend of Vox Machina
. (There are still dick jokes, though.)
The first episode, titled “Mote of Possibility,” introduces three of
The Mighty Nein
‘s main heroes. There’s disheveled wizard Caleb Widogast (voiced by Liam O’Brien), heavily inebriated goblin Nott the Brave (voiced by Sam Riegel), and hotheaded Cobalt Soul monk Beauregard Lionett (voiced by Marisha Ray). The three are disparate travelers when we first meet them, but a brewing war between the Kryn Dynasty and the Dwendalian Empire will soon bring them together.
The inciting incident of that war takes center stage in “Mote of Possibility,” which opens with a wizard heist on the Kryn Dynasty. Their target? The Luxon Beacon, an object of unfathomable power. Full of magic and brutality, the episode is worth checking out for the heist alone.
The first three episodes of
The Mighty Nein
premiere Nov. 19 on Prime Video, with a new episode every Wednesday.
