The Legend of Vox Machina

Prime Video | Release Date: January 28, 2022

7.7	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 64 Ratings

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NesyadFeb 9, 2022

After episode 4 it's apparent this show is going to be amazing. A bit of avatar a bit of invincible this show goes the distance.

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RogerDmolayFeb 11, 2022

Muito bom, excelente história D&D. Aguardando ansioso o final da primeira temporada e a segunda....

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NobodyYouKnowJan 31, 2022

I imagine that one's reaction to TLoVM may depend on one's familiarity with Critical Role. I came into CR towards the end of campaign 1 (Vox Machina), and have been watching ever since, so I'm quite familiar with the whole CR vibe. TLoVM isI imagine that one's reaction to TLoVM may depend on one's familiarity with Critical Role. I came into CR towards the end of campaign 1 (Vox Machina), and have been watching ever since, so I'm quite familiar with the whole CR vibe. TLoVM is light and fun, but it tries a bit too hard with the potty humor and swearing. The presence of those things is no surprise given how the CR crew plays D&D, but they really dialed it up on the animated series. It feels somewhat forced and pandering as a result. The show is at its best when it focuses on the story and the characters' motivations rather than just going for cheap laughs.

I'm glad I waited till episode 3 to write this because that episode promises better things to come. The story starts to get interesting when we learn something important about Percival's past and see his dark side truly emerge. And kudos to Taliesin Jaffe (Percival) whose voice work is excellent in this. The whole cast are professionals, of course, but Taliesin's work really stood out to me -- very mature and nuanced.

The art style is generic, though it's executed well enough. My feeling about this is probably affected by the fact that I recently finished Netflix's "Arcane" which was fantastic -- a visual (and storytelling!) delight -- and raises the bar for adult animated storytelling.

With 7 more episodes to go in this season, I may revise my review, but as it stands, this is worth checking out for fans of adult animation. Just be prepared for a heavy does of adult-yet-puerile humor and language. I hope later episodes tone that down a bit as the story progresses since the frequent use thereof tends to make the story less engaging.… Expand

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LenireFeb 1, 2022

This is the best adult cartoon ever. Finally, someone thought of doing a collaboration with the best writing fantasy stories from Critical Role.) The plot, although banal, is exciting, it is interesting to study the world of this universe. IThis is the best adult cartoon ever. Finally, someone thought of doing a collaboration with the best writing fantasy stories from Critical Role.) The plot, although banal, is exciting, it is interesting to study the world of this universe. I think the series has a great future. For my taste, this series is already more interesting than the 1st and 2nd seasons of Dota: Dragon's Blood.… Expand

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CanadianDMFeb 4, 2022

A refreshing take on medieval fantasy, though it suffers from some insufferable and painfully forced woke characters. The main cast is intriguing but often suffers from dull cliches. In time and with more character-building episodes, this hasA refreshing take on medieval fantasy, though it suffers from some insufferable and painfully forced woke characters. The main cast is intriguing but often suffers from dull cliches. In time and with more character-building episodes, this has the potential to be an amazing show.… Expand

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Imperius147Feb 19, 2022

Pro+
+ adult cartoon nudity/blood
+ good storyteling + interesting characters + character progresion + animation and combat choreography cons - -short only 12 episodes give me more!!! after DOTA,Invincible,Castlevania is Vox Machina nextPro+
+ adult cartoon nudity/blood
+ good storyteling
+ interesting characters
+ character progresion
+ animation and combat choreography

cons -
-short only 12 episodes give me more!!!

after DOTA,Invincible,Castlevania is Vox Machina next fantastic cartoon for a adult audiences… Expand

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elijahlapeMar 26, 2022

Can't even begin to describe how much I love Critical Role the stream and the cast. But their stories are something that is worth experiencing. I wish everyone would've had time to watch the entire stream, so the TV show would've been theCan't even begin to describe how much I love Critical Role the stream and the cast. But their stories are something that is worth experiencing. I wish everyone would've had time to watch the entire stream, so the TV show would've been the most treasured treat this year!… Expand

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dzzzyt2Apr 20, 2022

First of all - I know nothing about Critical Role and D&D, so my review refers only to cartoon. And I must say it was a blast! Excellent composition of humour, action and fights, interesting story and likeable characters. I'm looking forwardFirst of all - I know nothing about Critical Role and D&D, so my review refers only to cartoon. And I must say it was a blast! Excellent composition of humour, action and fights, interesting story and likeable characters. I'm looking forward to next seasons.… Expand

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RustyIC7Apr 12, 2022

Absolutely love this new show by Amazon. Characters, voice, animation and humour are all spot on. Hope Amazon run this for another season

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owenw218Feb 10, 2023

This show took me by surprise, I had never listened to the DnD campaign by Critical Role so I went in completely blind.

This show has been hilarious, entertaining and scratches an itch for dnd / high fantasy / and comedy. If you have AmazonThis show took me by surprise, I had never listened to the DnD campaign by Critical Role so I went in completely blind.

This show has been hilarious, entertaining and scratches an itch for dnd / high fantasy / and comedy.

If you have Amazon Prime, this is very much worth your time.… Expand

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ZXSthAug 6, 2023

A relatively engaging series that brings so much of what people love about high fantasy adventures to an animated television series. While the show struggles with some aspects of its writing, it's got enough heart to keep most viewersA relatively engaging series that brings so much of what people love about high fantasy adventures to an animated television series. While the show struggles with some aspects of its writing, it's got enough heart to keep most viewers invested.

Vox Machina's lowest points, I've found, are in its one-on-one character interactions. While occasionally, aspects of some individual interactions between characters are well-conceived, a noticeable amount of dialogue seems to be written in this contrived way that feels disappointingly inorganic. Additionally, the lines and behaviours of some characters are utterly cringeworthy - Scanlan the gnome, in particular, is utterly detestable and annoying in moments when it seems he was not written to be, making many scenes with him loathsome and deserving of being skipped over. The main allure of Vox Machina is that the show bleeds passion and heart - the world these characters inhabit is quite magical and colourful, and is a feast for the eyes. On top of that, as cliché as the phrase is, there really is a certain "je ne sais quoi" about this show that elevates it above the sum of its parts, even for those who have never heard of Critical Role, Vox Machina, or any of the voice actors who partook in the Dungeons and Dragons campaign that inspired this show.

At its lowest points, Vox Machina feels like a niche vanity project; at its peak, however, the show is rife with the kind of vivacity, character and passion that made shows like Avatar: The Last Airbender redefine the quality of animated fantasy. Additionally, the poignant stories and overall likability of some of the characters in the show (such as Pike, in my opinion) allowed me to see past some of what some might consider poor writing, and deem this show as worthy of watching in its entirety.

The Legend of Vox Machina is not for everyone - however, if you do have a love of high fantasy and can tolerate a bit of corniness and lacklustre writing, the show will likely succeed in holding your attention and win your heart.… Expand

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CGS773Feb 1, 2023

The setting and the characters are 10. It mixes humor and maturity in a perfect way. The animation is good, with above average action scenes but horrible CGI at times (mixing 2D and CGI animation always ends up the same way). The biggestThe setting and the characters are 10. It mixes humor and maturity in a perfect way. The animation is good, with above average action scenes but horrible CGI at times (mixing 2D and CGI animation always ends up the same way). The biggest problem I see is that it gets cliché and predictable at times, especially at the end of the arcs.… Expand

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