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The YouTube video discusses the aesthetics of two-handed axes in Diablo 4, ranking them from least to most appealing based on design and utility. The speaker critiques various axes, highlighting features like haft length, blade design, practicality, and uniqueness. They evaluate standard, fantasy, and historical axes, addressing issues like structural flaws, design elements, and historical accuracy. The video presents a ranking of different axes, focusing on features such as leather wrapping, unique designs, graphics, and weapon effectiveness. The speaker notably praises the Battle Worn Crescent as their favorite two-handed ax in Diablo 4 for its unique shape, practicality, and aggressive design elements.
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In this part of the video, the speaker is ranking the aesthetics of two-handed axes in the game Diablo 4. They are going through 14 different transmog variants for the axes, starting from the least appealing to the most appealing based on appearance. The speaker critiques each axe based on its design and utility, giving reasons for their rankings. They discuss two axes, the Cannibal’s Chopper ranking at number 14 and the Serrated Cleaver ranking at number 13. The Cannibal’s Chopper is heavily criticized for its design and lack of practicality, while the Serrated Cleaver is acknowledged as having some utility but is docked points for not being a traditional ax. Finally, the Iron Ax is discussed at number 12, acknowledging that it is not hated but not particularly loved either.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses three different axes.
1. The Iron Ax:
– The Iron Ax is criticized for having a thick and long haft that makes it resemble a pole arm rather than an ax.
– The speaker points out that the length of the ax causes it to phase through the ground in the game, emphasizing its impracticality.
– Overall, the Iron Ax is described as very basic and lacking unique features, landing it in the speaker’s number 12 spot.
2. The Sargaris:
– The Sargaris is depicted as having a weak appearance due to a wrapped cloth haft and a blade that is deemed too thick and nicked.
– The back of the Sargaris features a tooth-like material and a skull taped to it, which the speaker finds nonsensical and detrimental to the weapon’s functionality.
– The speaker strongly dislikes the design elements of the Sargaris, particularly the skull, leading to it occupying the number 11 spot on the list.
3. A Favorable Ax (Unspecified):
– The speaker mentions that they are starting to discuss axes they like with this third example.
– Detailed analysis or further description of this third ax is not provided in this part of the transcript.
00:06:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses various types of axes. They first talk about a regular ax with standard design, steel construction, cloth wrap on the handle, and liken it to Kratos’ ax from the God of War games. This ax is ranked lower due to its basic nature. Moving on to number nine, the Foresters ax is described as fancier with braided leather wrapping and a design suitable for woodworking. The blade is standard for a bearded ax. Number eight features the “parashu,” which is gold and has a high fantasy element similar to glass weapons from Skyrim. The speaker assumes the blade is made of a magical metal.
00:09:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses various fantasy axes in a ranking format. They describe the design elements of the weapons, such as golden green aspects resembling a seahorse, guards for hand placement, slip guards for grip, and the aesthetics of each axe. The speaker expresses concerns about the high fantasy elements in some designs but still appreciates the cool appearance and historical accuracy of others. They evaluate the practicality, materials, and overall appeal of the axes, ranking them based on their personal preferences and considerations of historical accuracy.
00:12:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses a weapon design with some design flaws highlighted, such as potential structural problems due to bolts/rivets being too close together and a thick blade not suited for cutting. The speaker also critiques the bottom beard’s sharpness. Despite design concerns, the weapon is ranked number six based on its potential effectiveness. Moving on, the speaker reviews the Kingmaker at number five, a standard-looking great ax with unique blue design elements. The Kingmaker features a hooked back for grappling and filigree gold inlay on the blade, making it aesthetically pleasing. At number four, the speaker praises the Great Ax for being a good example of a polax design.
00:15:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses three different axes found in a game.
1. The first axe is described as a pole ax with a mace head at the back and a crescent-shaped ax at the front, suitable for combat and historically accurate.
2. The second axe, the Sagaris, is more fantasy-inspired with a metal design, rubies, and sharp points for slashing and puncturing.
3. The third axe is the Lumber Ax, described as a double-bladed axe with basic yet appealing design, fitting a Barbarian aesthetic and having potential for defense due to its even balance and protective metal parts.
00:18:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses their favorite two-handed axes in Diablo 4. They highlight the features of the Lumber Ax, which they rank second, and the Battle Worn Crescent, which they rank first. The Battle Worn Crescent is described as a perfect Barbarian ax with a unique upper Crescent shape. The speaker appreciates the design details of the ax, such as the leather wrapping for grip, the aggressive curvature, and the gold inlay. They mention the practicality and aesthetics of the design, expressing their preference for the Battle Worn Crescent as their favorite two-handed ax in Diablo 4.