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Arc 19: Infrared continues with the conclusion of Gilpatrick's story and the rise of Rain the world-saving Badass. We're covering 19.c and 19.5! Discussion Question Favorite character who was introduced only to die five seconds later, and what was their storytelling purpose/function? If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/doofmedia Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 19.c - 6:13 19.5 - 1:05:49 Discussion Question - 1:48:31

We continue with Arc 19: Infrared as we finally get to know why Gilpatrick is so damn cool. We're discussing 19.4 and 19.b! Discussion Question Talk about one way that the concept of memory used in Ward? Check out our first quarterly Doof the Write Thing writing contest: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/12/09/first-quarterly-doof-the-write-thing-contest/ If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/doofmedia Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 19.4 - 5:30 19.b - 1:05:25 Discussion Question - 1:40:28  

It's another supersized episode of We've Got WARD as we get into Arc 19 proper and cover 19.2, 19.a, and 19.3! Discussion Question Who is your favorite Case 53 (that isn't Sveta) Check out our first quarterly Doof the Write Thing writing contest: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/12/09/first-quarterly-doof-the-write-thing-contest/ If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/doofmedia Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 19.2 - 4:06 19.a - 40:41 19.3 - 1:32:29  

Happy New Year! We're back to discuss a trio of chapters involving a trio of Titans. Chapters We conclude Arc 18: Radiation with 18.10 and 18.z and then begin Arc 19: Infrared with chapter 19.1!  No Discussion Question This Week Check out our first quarterly Doof the Write Thing writing contest: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/12/09/first-quarterly-doof-the-write-thing-contest/ If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/doofmedia Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 18.10 - 5:09 18.z - 31:40 19.1 - 1:22:38 Discussion Question - 1:52:16

Arc 18 continues as the conflict shifts from giant god monsters to PUPPY THEFT! We're covering chapters 18.8 and 18.9.  Discussion Question What is Ward about? Check out our first quarterly Doof the Write Thing writing contest: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/12/09/first-quarterly-doof-the-write-thing-contest/ If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/doofmedia Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 18.8 - 6:47 18.9 - 1:11:38 Discussion Question - 2:03:47

We continue our examination of Arc 18 with chapters 18.6 and 18.7. The Arc, it burns. The googles, they do nothing! Discussion Question Tell us about a time Wildbow used an unusual technique to let us know how a character was doing emotionally If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/doofmedia Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 18.6 - 5:26 18.7 - 1:05:41 Discussion Question - 2:10:28

Our coverage of Arc 18: Radiation continues with chapters 18.4 and 18.5! It's time for Smoke Lady and the Jump Bros (new band name) to do battle! Discussion Question Give an example of how Wildbow communicates escalating stakes through writing choices. If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/doofmedia Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 18.4 - 2:43 18.5 - 1:11:24 Discussion Question - 1:59:09

We properly begin our coverage of Arc 18: Radiation with chapters 18.2 and 18.3. It's a couple chapters of touching and inappropriate fireside chats! Discussion Question  Favorite Parahumans character who you would predict would be in very few people’s top 10? If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/doofmedia Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 18.2 - 3:19 18.3 - 1:07:17 Name Game - 1:38:30 Discussion Question - 1:44:16

We conclude Arc 17 with a clash of some titans in 17.z and then begin Arc 18: Radiation, which isn't ominous at all! Discussion Question What is your favorite jerkbag Parahumans character? If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/doofmedia Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 17.z - 2:50 18.1 - 1:10:22 Discussion Question - 1:43:41

The Major Malfunctions prove why they function so...majorly well as we discuss chapters 17.x and 17.y. Check out the results of our second annual costume contest: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/11/12/fan-art-contest-2-results/ Discussion Question Have you ever changed the way you lived your life because of a story? In what ways? If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/doofmedia Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 17.x - 6:48 17.y - 46:15 Discussion Question - 1:41:21

In her most relatable move yet, Victoria tries to convince her dad to murder her sister. We're discussing chapters 17.9 and 17.10! Discussion Question Favorite example in fiction of characters who you desperately want to be friends. If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/doofmedia Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 17.9 – 5:52 17.10 – 1:12:21 Discussion Question – 2:00:19

Happy Halloween! This week we discuss chapters 17.7 and 17.8! After washing all that sex off, Victoria heads back to the Warden’s situation room where she proceeds to ignore all of the orders and advice she gets. Check out the rules for the 2nd annual costume contest: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/10/08/weve-got-ward-halloween-costume-contest-2/ Discussion Question Favorite example in fiction of scene where characters watch things happen on screens or some other medium. If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/doofmedia Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 17.7 – 4:14 17.8 – 1:08:17 Discussion Question – 2:10:03

This week we cover chapters 17.5 and 17.6.  Victoria desperately reaches out for connections, but they're all just slightly out of reach. Except for the sex. She grasps that right by the dick. Check out the rules for the 2nd annual costume contest: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/10/08/weve-got-ward-halloween-costume-contest-2/ Discussion Question Talk about your favorite example of a character in fiction “looking bad” within the story, despite you - and the character - knowing that their actions are justified. (Scott thinks this is just the definition of Dramatic Irony, but Matt seems to think differently) If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 17.5 – 4:43 17.6 – 55:42 Discus

As we head into chapters 17.3 and 17.4 the theme of the arc, and indeed the entire book comes into focus.  Check out the rules for the 2nd annual costume contest: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/10/08/weve-got-ward-halloween-costume-contest-2/ Discussion Question Could “you” be reconstructed from all available data about you? If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 17.3 – 4:27 17.4 – 1:04:42 Discussion Question – 1:57:24

Let's wrap up this Amy interlude part 2 and then get the hell out of her head. This week we're finishing up Arc 16 with chapter 16.z and then beginning Sundown with 17.1 and 17.2! Check out the winners of the 7th Quarterly Fan Art contest: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/10/08/fan-art-contest-7-results/ Check out the rules for the 2nd annual costume contest: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/10/08/weve-got-ward-halloween-costume-contest-2/ Discussion Question Character reunions are a great opportunity to show how things have changed. Describe a favorite character reunion moment in Parahumans, and how it was used to communicate important character understanding. If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timest

It's a party in shard space and all your worst memories are invited! This week we're discussing From Within chapters 16.11, 16.12 and the long-awaited Amy interlude 16.y (16.z will be covered on next week's episode) Due to covering three chapters both this week and next, there will be no discussion question this week. Just let us know what you thought about part 1 of the Amy interlude.  If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 16.11 – 4:34 16.12 – 44:06 16.y – 1:28:29

Scott is at Fantastic Fest this week, so we're taking a break from the chapters to answer all of your questions! We'll be back next week for the latest four chapters! Thanks for all of your questions! It’s time for our next Fan Art Contest! Check out the theme, the rules, and the prizes right here: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/09/03/weve-got-ward-fan-art-contest-7-reflections/ If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep

From Within the Mall cluster's dream room...comes a big scary handyman called Mr. Hugs. This can't be good. We're talking about Chapters 16.9 and 16.10! It’s time for our next Fan Art Contest! Check out the theme, the rules, and the prizes right here: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/09/03/weve-got-ward-fan-art-contest-7-reflections/ No discussion question this week. It's mailbag time. Submit questions via the Reddit thread or email us at gotwormpod@gmail.com! If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 16.9 – 5:09 16.10 – 46:10 Community Spotlight – 1:53:59

Horrors continue to come From Within as we explore chapters 16.7 and 16.8. This one is rough.  It’s time for our next Fan Art Contest! Check out the theme, the rules, and the prizes right here: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/09/03/weve-got-ward-fan-art-contest-7-reflections/ Don’t forget to submit questions for the Mailbag! Email us at gotwormpod@gmail.com! DISCUSSION QUESTION Using dreams in storytelling can be hit or miss. Favorite use of dreams in Fiction and why it was effective? If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Stay updated with We’ve Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com We’ve Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro – 00:30 16.7 – 4:12 16.8 – 55:21 Community Spotlight – 1:57:11

From Within continues with 16.5 and 16.6! A few very intense conversation followed by some heartbreaking Heartbroken. Don't hurt the chicken.  It's time for our next Fan Art Contest! Check out the theme, the rules, and the prizes right here: https://www.doofmedia.com/2019/09/03/weve-got-ward-fan-art-contest-7-reflections/ Don't forget to submit questions for the Mailbag! Email us at gotwormpod@gmail.com! DISCUSSION QUESTION Let’s talk about Natalie’s new cape laws. Is this the best possible law enforcement paradigm? How would you design/improve it? If you have any questions, comments or feedback feel free to reach out to us. Also, always make sure you check out the Parahumans Reddit thread: https://reddit.com/r/parahumans for lots of great Ward related discussion. Support us on Patreon Stay updated with We've Got Ward: @gotwormpod Message us at gotwormpod@gmail.com See all of our podcasts, writing and more at www.doofmedia.com We've Got Ward Cover Image Art created by Lonsheep Timestamps:  Intro - 00:30 16.5