Giygas: A Disturbing Origin Story

Summary

This video script delves into the 'Mother' series, particularly the evolution of the main antagonist, Gigyas. It explores the lore connecting the games, the transformation of Gigyas from a standard alien villain to a terrifying embodiment of evil, and the theories surrounding his character. The script also discusses the significance of characters like Pokey and the emotional depth of the series, inviting viewers to share their own theories and engage with the content.

Takeaways

• 🎮 'Earthbound' is a deeply emotional and impactful video game that resonates with its fans, despite its main character being a speechless thirteen-year-old boy.
• 🔍 The speaker has conducted extensive research into the 'Mother' series, exploring its origins, character connections, and the reasons behind localization changes.
• 👽 The main antagonist, Gigyas/Giegue, is a central figure connecting all the 'Mother' titles, evolving from a generic evil alien to a terrifying and insane embodiment of evil.
• 🕊️ The character of Maria has a significant impact on Gigyas, as her kindness and lullabies have a profound effect on him, which later becomes a weakness exploited by the protagonists.
• 👴 George, an ancestor of the protagonist Ninten, plays a crucial role in the backstory of 'Earthbound Zero', as his actions lead to Gigyas' rampage and eventual defeat.
• 🤔 Theories suggest that Gigyas' transformation into Gigas in 'Earthbound' may be due to his absorption of power from his own race, leading to his monstrous form and insanity.
• 🕰️ Time travel and the character Pokey/Porky Minch are common elements in the series, with Pokey's obsession leading to his immortality and further attempts to destroy the world.
• 🧐 The 'Fetus Theory' is a popular explanation for Gigas' appearance, suggesting it is based on a traumatic childhood memory of a film that deeply affected the game's creator.
• 🙏 The power of prayer and emotion is shown to have a significant impact on Gigas, leading to his conceptualized form breaking down and his eventual defeat.
• 🤷‍♂️ The connection between 'Mother 3' and Gigas is less clear, with some theories suggesting it's a last-ditch effort by Gigas to take over the world, though this is not fully accepted.
• 🎉 The speaker encourages viewers to engage with the content, share their theories, and subscribe for more in-depth analysis of games like 'Earthbound'.

Q & A

What is the main theme of the video script?

The main theme of the video script is an in-depth exploration of the Mother series, focusing on the lore, origins of characters, and the connection between the games, particularly the character Gigas.

Why is Earthbound considered the speaker's all-time favorite video game?

Earthbound is considered the speaker's all-time favorite video game due to its emotional impact, unique characters, and the experience it provides, which resonates deeply with fans of the series.

What is the significance of the character Gigas in the Mother series?

Gigas is significant as he is the main antagonist in the series, and the narrative revolves around his evolution from a relatively normal alien to an embodiment of insanity and evil.

What is the relationship between the characters Geeg and Gigas?

Geeg and Gigas are the same character at different stages. Geeg is the original form, while Gigas represents the evolved, more powerful, and insane version of the character.

Why did the speaker believe that Earthbound Zero was a bare-bones version of the SNES version?

The speaker believed this because Earthbound Zero had similar enemies and characters but lacked the depth and complexity of the SNES version, leading to the assumption that it was a prototype or early version.

What is the backstory of the character Geeg in Earthbound Zero?

The backstory of Geeg involves abductions where an alien race captured humans for observation. Geeg formed a bond with Maria, one of the abductees, who comforted him and sang lullabies to him, which had unknown effects.

How did George, Maria's relative, contribute to the story of Geeg?

George, being an accomplished journalist and curious, managed to escape the aliens and later sought to unlock the secret behind Geeg's psi abilities. His efforts led to Geeg hunting him down, resulting in George's death and Geeg's rampage.

What is the 'fetus theory' mentioned in the script?

The 'fetus theory' is a theory suggesting that Gigas' appearance and existence in the Devil's Machine are based on a childhood memory that the game's creator had, involving a graphic scene from a film that haunted him.

What is the role of Pokey in the timeline of the Mother series?

Pokey, also known as Porky, plays a significant role as he sides with Gigas, becomes immortal, and recruits an army to destroy the world in Mother 3, showing his obsession with the gift of time travel.

What is the significance of the 'insanity theory' in explaining Gigas' transformation?

The 'insanity theory' suggests that Gigas' transformation into a terrifying entity is a result of his absorption of power and minds to the point of losing his own identity and sanity.

How does the speaker conclude the discussion on Gigas' ultimate fate?

The speaker concludes that Gigas' ultimate fate is his dissolution due to the overwhelming power he absorbed and the emotional impact of prayer, which caused his conceptualized form to break down and cease to exist as a physical entity.

Outlines

00:00

🕵️‍♂️ Unraveling Earthbound's Lore and Origins

This paragraph delves into the 'Mother' series, particularly focusing on 'Earthbound,' the narrator's favorite game. It discusses the emotional impact of the game, its main character—a speechless boy who heals with hamburgers—and the game's complexity despite its seemingly simple premise. The narrator has researched the series extensively, pondering over localization changes and the connection between the games. The main antagonist, Gigyas (or Porgy), is central to the series' lore, with the first two games revolving around an alien invasion. The paragraph hints at a deeper story involving Gigyas and the protagonist's ancestors, suggesting a connection between the games beyond their shared title.

05:02

👽 The Evolution of Gigyas: From Geek to Gigantic Evil

This section explores the transformation of Gigyas from the original 'Mother' game to 'Earthbound.' It suggests that the character's evolution might be due to an obsession with power, leading to the absorption of power from his own alien race and resulting in a monstrous form. Theories about Gigyas's change include the 'Apple of Enlightenment' and the 'Fetus Theory,' which links his terrifying appearance to a childhood trauma of the game's creator. The paragraph also discusses the role of Pokey (or Porky), who allies with Gigyas and is affected by the latter's defeat. The emotional impact of Gigyas's story is highlighted, with his eventual dissolution brought about by the power of prayer.

10:06

🔮 The Legacy of Gigyas and the Future of the 'Mother' Series

The final paragraph contemplates the implications of Gigyas's story on the 'Mother' series, questioning the necessity of 'Mother 3' and the recurring theme of time travel. It dismisses the idea of Gigyas's continued existence through Lucas and Klaus in 'Mother 3,' instead focusing on the recurring character Pokey, who becomes immortal and seeks to destroy the world. The paragraph concludes by reflecting on the depth of 'Earthbound' and similar games that encourage players to engage with the game's lore and theories, inviting viewers to share their thoughts and theories in the comments.

Keywords

💡Earthbound

Earthbound, known as Mother 2 in Japan, is a role-playing video game that serves as the central focus of the video. It is described as the narrator's all-time favorite game and is part of the Mother series. The game is noted for its emotional impact and unique characters, such as a protagonist who heals with hamburgers found in trash. The video delves into the game's lore, exploring its connections with other titles in the series.

💡Mother series

The Mother series refers to a collection of role-playing games created by Shigesato Itoi. The script discusses the series' lore and the interconnectedness of its titles, suggesting that they share a common narrative thread despite appearing to be separate stories. The series is cherished by fans for its depth and unique storytelling approach.

💡Gigas

Gigas, also known as Giygas, is the main antagonist in the Earthbound series. The video explores the character's evolution from a relatively normal alien in 'Mother' to a terrifying, power-obsessed entity in 'Earthbound'. Gigas' transformation and the theories surrounding it are central to the video's narrative, illustrating the complexity of the character and the series' lore.

💡Spoilers

The term 'spoilers' is used in the video to caution viewers about the revealing of plot details that could ruin their experience if they have not yet played the games. It sets the expectation that the video will delve into the story's intricacies, which is essential for understanding the depth of the Mother series.

💡Lore

Lore in the context of the video refers to the background story and mythology that underpins the Mother series. The script discusses the research conducted by the narrator into the series' lore, including the origins of characters and the connections between the games, which is crucial for fans seeking a deeper understanding of the series.

💡Localization

Localization is the process of adapting a product, such as a video game, for a specific region or language. The video mentions the lack of localization for 'Mother 3', which has led to speculation and curiosity among fans about why the game was not released outside of Japan, adding to the series' mystique.

💡Theories

Theories in this context are fan-generated explanations or interpretations of the game's story and characters. The video discusses various theories about Gigas' transformation and the connections between the Mother games, showing how fans engage with the series on a deeper level.

💡Emotional level

The phrase 'emotional level' is used to describe the deep, personal impact the game has on players. The video emphasizes how Earthbound, despite its quirky premise, manages to affect players emotionally, which is a testament to its storytelling and character development.

💡Time travel

Time travel is a recurring theme in the Mother series, particularly in 'Mother 3'. The video touches on the concept of time travel as it relates to the character Pokey, who becomes obsessed with it and seeks to use it to destroy the world, illustrating the theme's significance in the series' narrative.

💡Insanity

Insanity is a key element in the video's exploration of Gigas' character. It is suggested that Gigas' accumulation of power and absorption of other minds led to his insanity, which is a central theme in understanding his transformation and the game's narrative.

💡Prayer

Prayer is mentioned in the context of the game's climax, where the character Paula's act of praying brings forth the last remnants of Gigas' humanity, leading to his dissolution. The video highlights this moment as a powerful narrative device that underscores the themes of hope and redemption.

Highlights

Warning this video contains heavy spoilers for the Mother series.

Earthbound is my all-time favorite video game, impacting me on an emotional level.

The main protagonist of Earthbound is a speechless thirteen-year-old boy who heals himself with hamburgers.

Over the years, I've researched the Mother series, including changes from the Japanese version and the localization of Mother 3.

The entire Mother series can be traced back to the main antagonist, Giygas.

Giygas in Earthbound is terrifying, with a haunting appearance and incomprehensible attacks.

Mother 1 and 2 are incredibly similar, leading some theorists to believe Earthbound is a full version of the original NES game.

Giygas and Gieg are one and the same, with Giygas becoming more insane and powerful over time.

Maria, an abducted human, comforted Gieg and sang him lullabies, which had unknown effects.

George, Maria's husband, escaped from the aliens and researched their PSI abilities, angering Gieg.

Ninten, George's relative, eventually defeats Gieg using the same lullabies Maria sang.

Gieg's transformation into Giygas involved absorbing power and losing his sanity.

Pokey Minch sides with Giygas out of jealousy and helps unleash Giygas's full wrath.

Theories about Giygas include the fetus theory and the insanity theory, with the latter being more plausible.

Giygas's consciousness was obliterated, but Pokey's time travel and immortality connect Mother 2 and 3.

The video ends with an invitation for viewers to share their theories and subscribe for more content.

Transcripts

warning this video contains heavy

spoilers for the mother series please

proceed at your own risk

those of you who have watched the

channel for a while now know that

earthbound is my all-time favorite video

game heck that's pretty evident just by

looking at some of the videos I've

posted on this channel it's truly one of

those games that impacts you on such an

emotional level it's really kind of hard

to describe this is incredibly

fascinating considering the main

protagonists of earthbound is a

speechless thirteen year old boy who

heals himself with hamburgers that he

finds while rummaging through the trash

yeah he's a pretty serious little dude

earthbound is an experience and one that

fans of the series cherish and those who

have never played it failed to

understand until they try it for

themselves over the years I've done

quite a bit of research into the mother

series as a whole why were there so many

changes from the Japanese version is

earthbound just a reboot of the original

game on the NES why did mother 3 never

get localized sugars out to eat or the

second coming of Jesus many of the

perusing I've done on the Internet

concerning the series was out of

curiosity but interestingly enough I

never really dug into the lore and

origins of some of the characters in the

games most specifically are all the

mother titles connected in some way why

would they share a common title but

seemingly have nothing to do with one

another

well that's where you would be wrong in

fact the entire series can be traced

back to the main antagonist himself

porky mich uh I mean uh gigas of course

gigas the overall premise of the first

two mother titles is pretty generic evil

alien race invades earth the

unsuspecting main hero recruits other

heroes to fight the aliens and send them

back to where they came from yada yada

except there's so much more to it than

that

the real story comes in with Gaius or

gieg depending on which game you're

playing on the surface mother one and

two are so incredibly similar that some

gaming theorists even believe them to be

the same game with earthbound just being

the full version

what a toy wanted to create on the NES

but was limited by the hardware and

processing capabilities of the console

honestly this is also what I believe for

the longest time earthbound zero just

feels like a bare-bones version of the

SNES version with similar enemies and

characters but I was wrong something

that had always intrigued me was the

striking difference between gigg for

mother and gigas from earthbound Geeg

seems like a relatively normal alien bad

guy angry at Nintendo in the destruction

of the human race on earth gigas on the

other hand is absolutely terrifying his

appearance is haunting his attacks

cannot be comprehended and is the very

embodiment of insanity and evil truly

unnerving stuff but our gigas and gig

one in the same do they exist in

parallel timelines I'll start with the

story of geek

the original concept of geek was

originally written as G I Y I G which is

kind of like a palindrome pronounced G

EEG gig the name was changed to prevent

confusion with pronunciation this would

also explain why the first images and

screenshots of earthbound mentioned the

geek the geek Returns but they were

later changed to gigas a name a toy

himself found to translate to evil and

unsettling to say the backstory of

earthbound zero involves a series of

abductions in which an alien race and

this story inquisitively captured humans

to observe two unsuspecting individuals

from the town of podunk Maria and George

were part of the abductions 80 years

prior to the events of the actual game

while on board the various alien space

vessels they were probed and prodded

with the aliens curiosity and an

insatiable level maria being an

affectionate person overall took a

liking to a certain member of the alien

race geek many portions of text

throughout the game point to how she

comforted geek and even sang him

lullabies

which had unknown effects interesting

George on the other hand was not as

affectionate but had previously been an

accomplished journalist on earth

his curiosity was just as rampant as the

alien race observing him and he managed

to escape the clutches of them some

years later George was incredibly

determined to unlock the secret behind

geek and his species psi abilities in an

effort to emulate the technology in

humans this prerogative upset geek and

his race causing him to hunt George down

kill him and start a rampage of anger

and unwarranted destruction not

necessarily the way you want to go out

of your George but at least his efforts

did not fall flat as his future relative

nin 10 to 1 to end the reign of Geeg

once and for all one interesting fact

about Geeg is how disturbing but eerily

familiar his character model looks he

actually resembles the pokémon Mewtwo

and since animation members a mother

went on to work on red and blue games it

kind of makes sense through geeks havoc

Nintendo's friends strived to defeat his

evil reign and eventually come

face-to-face with him the battle

initially seems insurmountable until a

little-known secrets revealed and Geeg

is chased away by the lullabies being

sang out loud the eight melodies the

same songs that Maria sang - geek when

she was with him on the alien spacecraft

rendered him effectively useless and

forced to come back at another date to

finish the battle interestingly enough

is his request to spare and intends life

out of respect for his ancestors Maria

and George gig and the alien races role

was over for now so where does gigas fit

into the equation well if you didn't

already figure it out Geeg and gigas are

one in the same after suffering a

lackluster defeat at the hands of ninten

geek goes back into hiding for some

number of years building up his strength

it's been theorized that his obsession

with his power escalated exponentially

over time as he began to absorb the

power from other aliens of his own race

growing and growing eventually to the

point where he didn't recognize himself

in his own insanity however there are

quite a few theories revolving around

gigas and how he turned from a

subjectively normal alien to the monster

that we

from earthbound it is told at various

points in the game that gigas has

accessed the Apple of enlightenment and

learned that he is defeated by her

protagonist Ness and his friends

some believe that gigas didn't believe

the Apple explaining why he wasn't

necessarily concerned about wiping out

Ness from the beginning

some believe that gigas became so

frustrated that he accumulated so much

power that became forced to reside

within the devil's machine to contain

his power the timeline gets a bit tricky

here but I believe them both to be true

to a point

Nessa's friendly neighborhood trader

pokey or porky Minch is jealous in some

way of ness and decides to side with

gigas taken advantage of the beast when

Ness and his company traveled back in

time to stop gigas it's one of the most

ominous and horrifying video game

experiences I've ever had you're walking

up to this organic internal organ

looking pathway robot limbs clinking all

the way up to the grand finale where it

literally looks like you're approaching

a uterus with neces face on it

pretty disturbing stuff pokey is there

though I'm not quite sure how he really

got there or how he became friends with

gigas in the first place but I digress

after defeating him pokey becomes

frustrated turns off The Devil's machine

causing the full wrath of gigas to be

unleashed on the party one of the most

popular theories floating around is the

fetus theory étoile once described the

origin of gigas being jumped up based on

a childhood memory that he had the

Renaissance man walked into the wrong

film at the cinema when he was young and

countering a graphic scene that haunted

him for a long time this haunting became

personified with the creation of geek

turned into the insane image of Gaga's

terrified Stark this theory is further

reinforced by one of gigas later forms

where his disintegrating face is trapped

in the outline of really what looks like

something in utero so essentially by

going back in time to defeat gigas

you're performing an abortion of the

evil incarnate

however despite the amount of backers

this theory has many hefty confirmed it

including a toy himself that pretty much

rests the case most

likely the explanation for gigas

appearance and existence in the devil's

machine and the theory I wholly agree

with is the insanity theory I alluded to

earlier this can further be confirmed by

taking the same image of the surmise

fetus and turning that completely

different by flipping gigas face upside

down it actually looks like a warped

version of Giggs original form from

earthbound zero mind below once the

devil's machine is destroyed pokey

essentially killed any physical version

of gigas release the instance of evil

onto humanity as Paula begins praying

that little bit of emotion that's left

inside gigas surfaces and his

conceptualized form begins to break down

further further until it becomes less

and less recognizable as a physical

entity it's powerful stuff Ness it hurts

is a line that stuck with me forever I

know it's hard to empathize with the

embodiment of evil and destruction but

it still made me think of how gigas

truly felt as geek he had absorbed so

much power in so many minds that it was

hard to even remember who he was and it

was the emotion brought forth by prayer

that dissolved his existence

so with this utter and drastic defeat

did we truly see the end of gigas if

that truly is the case then why is there

a mother 3 why do all the mainline games

have a similar overarching title some

believe that Lucas and Klaus is

importance through mother 3 is a sign of

gigas last-ditch effort to take over the

world but this doesn't hold much weight

with me Tagus was essentially only a

conscience when poki turned off the

devils machine in earthbound when his

trust was betrayed by his

second-in-command gigas his conscience

and mine was obliterated so I don't

really buy this theory the one aspect

that holds mother two and three together

however is the resurgence of poki

himself he becomes so obsessed with the

gift of time travel he ends up immortal

recruits a giant army to follow him and

destroy the world we all know how that

one turned out so I can't really see any

other tie to Gaga's and mother3 then

maybe perhaps that hidden battle drew

fans know about so that's about it sure

there are more theories about gigas and

other characters in earthbound but none

that really echo gigas living on after

the events where he was dissipated by

madness deep dive topics like these are

why I enjoy games like earthbound so

much the game refrains from shoving

every answer in their face and actually

caused a dedicated gamers to do a bit of

research into the deep elements of the

game so what do you guys think please

leave me your favorite theories in the

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