TLDR;
This episode of the "With the Will Digimon Podcast" covers a range of Digimon news, including updates on the Liberator web novel and comic, Terrier Time segments, and the Digimon card game. They also discuss upcoming events like Digimon Expo and Anime Expo, new merchandise, and answer fan questions.
- New segments of the Liberator web novel introduce Zenith's backstory and a new character, Mariah.
- Terrier Time announces fan interviews, song production, and Digimon card rankings.
- Time Stranger reveals a freelook camera and in-game evolution sequence.
- Digimon Expo will be held in Tokyo, with more information coming soon.
- Anime Expo will feature a Digimon card game booth and game demos.
- New card game sets and merchandise are on the way, including anniversary products and Ichiban Kuji figures.
Liberator Web Novel and Comic Updates [10:36]
The podcast begins with a discussion of four new segments from the Liberator web novel. The first three segments, which make up chapter 11, focus on Zenith's story, reframing him as a sociopath who wants to challenge Owen. Chapter 12 introduces Mariah, Arisa's older sister, who is portrayed as independent and friends with Shoto. In the web comic, exposition is provided by Clothes, with references to liberation outside of the in-universe game. There's a setup for future events, and the pacing feels quicker compared to year one.
Character Profiles and Digimon Comics [14:58]
Updates to character profiles on the website reveal Yuki calling Mariah "Mady" and Suzuna sending a job request to Mariah. The hosts find these charts interesting, though some characters like Winner feel less prominent. The Digimon Comics series has concluded, with V Jump giving it a page highlighting its fun themes and gags.
Terrier Time and Time Stranger Game [17:02]
The hosts discuss a Terrier Time segment recorded before the Digimon YouTube channel reached 100,000 subscribers. The segment includes announcements of fan interviews at New York Comic-Con, song production by Terasuk, a four-frame comic based on his day, and potential advertisements at the Shinjuku vision. An episode ranking Digimon cards based on themes like "cards Terasuk wants to step into" and "cards with a powerful gaze" is also planned. The hosts then review new information on Time Stranger, noting it features a freelook camera and isn't open world. They preview Digimon attacks and city scenes, including Nightmon, Catch Mammon, and Kaiser Greymon. The in-game evolution sequence for Goman to Kakaman is shown, but it's considered underwhelming.
Digimon Expo and Anime Expo [22:39]
Digimon Expo will take place on September 20th and 21st at Prism Hall in Tokyo Dome City, with more information coming on June 26th. The hosts expect a focus on Beat Break content. Anime Expo is about a month away and will feature a Digimon card game booth and game demos, including Time Stranger. The hosts discuss whether they will attend, with one expressing reluctance due to the convention's size and crowds.
Time Stranger Characters and Braveheart CD [25:20]
The hosts discuss the introduction of Cosmo, a detective who rents a room to the protagonist, and Manurvon, who explores with the protagonist on a mission. They also mention Titon and Dobermon, who were featured in V Jump, along with Shawu Jinmon. A two-page spread in V Jump showcases Manurvon, and the cover art for the Braveheart CD is praised. The Yamato and the Teenage Wolves album from 02 is available for pre-order, with newly recorded Yamato songs and five new songs.
Card Game Set [31:06]
The hosts review various cards from the new card game set, including Dev Sound Bird Bond, Rare Roman, Eisman, Kunaman, Ogremon, Hanny, Kokashiman, Kaguya Mall, Harakuraman, and Mariah. They discuss the art styles, character poses, and background details. They also mention File Island, Metal Greymon Alteras Mode, Blitz Greymon Ace, Titum on Ace, High Enchron Ace, Mamemon, Analog Boy, Skull Gmon, Tai Chin Yamato, and Omegaon Alter S.
More Card Game Set [39:21]
The hosts continue reviewing cards, including Mariah carrying Haniman, Kuyaman, Cernuman, Analog Boy with Momon, Agumar with Digimon enjoying meat, Negamon, Abatoan, Abato Core, Doruman, Devimon, and Auban cards. They also discuss booster sets and previews, including Tamon, Palmon, Haguraman, Amy, Eater, Auguman, Gabuman, Nokia, Vimon, Vremon, Death Maramon, Blue Maron, Rise Greymon, and the human form Eater.
Liberators Debugger Set and Card Battle Episodes [46:48]
The Digimon Liberators Debugger set is available for pre-order, featuring art from the web comic and novel. The hosts discuss the lack of sleeves and suggest potential designs. They also preview Battle Pack 28 and new episodes of card battle, which explain the keyword training.
Anniversary Products and Itchy Bon Coogi News [50:08]
Annabirth announced new summer goods themed after Digimon Adventure and Digimon Ghost game. O2 anniversary products with new art from Kenchi NAB are also discussed. The hosts review Itchy Bon Coogi news, including A prize Omegaon, Diabloon, B prize Paladin mode, and anime-style Auman Gilman figures.
Soft Mates and Poll Results [56:30]
New soft mates of Aguman V2 and Gabuman are available for pre-order. The hosts discuss poll results, with Flaggeron/Flame Dramon winning with 45.9% of the votes. A new poll is introduced, featuring favorite armor evolutions from Digimental Dig of Love.
Reference Book Updates and Other News [1:00:08]
Reference book updates for the Hanim online are discussed. The hosts mention a karaoke event and screenings of Our War Game. Tanya Yabino posted a cover image for Mini Digimon, and Muro and Sheibba from Digimon Carbell posted a photo from the Digimon Card Room set.
Card Game Art and Convention Demo [1:03:45]
The hosts review card game art featuring Shoto and Teramon, as well as art from Sejo and Usagi Bochi. Digimon Tamers will be airing on Tokyo MX's Monday block. Anime Festival Asia Indonesia will feature a Bandai booth and a giveaway of Time Stranger hand fans. As Maria showed off a test model of the figure standard amplified Kaiser on. Card game art featuring Suzune and Violet is discussed, along with liberator art from Sakibochi and Tommo.
Questions [1:09:04]
The hosts answer fan questions about Digimon Kaiser merchandise, go-to delivered food, home theater advice, favorite pizza toppings, attending Digimon Expo, and summer drinks. They also discuss the possibility of seeing resolution and frame rate information at the Time Stranger convention demo.