Gosh itβs very unreal to have Mastermind out in the world. I wrote this episode about 3 years ago now, we have been working on it for so long and I was anticipating it for so long it doesnβt feel real that itβs out fir real now πβ¨β€οΈ
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Iβm SO glad people are enjoying it, Iβm glad it seems like the culmination of what a lot of the fandom has imagined and wanted. Having written it so long ago it feels so good to know this is how people wanted things to go πβ€οΈ
its so nice that you guys arent bitter about people accurately predicting what would happen, when some shows try to prevent that at all costs (cough game of thrones cough)
I absolutely loved mastermind, I kid you not I was so giddy when I was watching it, every frame was done perfectly, itβs one of my favorite episodes of all time, you have an incredible gift Vivzie. You are an incredible person and hazbin and helluva have given my life so much positivity
Vivi, I love you, I love your world, I love your characters... but please. I can't take it anymore. My poor boy Stolas...
Also it was super duper rad to see Envy, Wrath, and Sloth's Sins finally in the world. Having never done a deep dive into the lore, they looked exactly like I imagined.
So SO good I watched it twice in a row (and will watch it more). The sins, the family love, the DUET BETWEEN STOLAS AND BLITZ! My heart is on fire. Huge congrats to the team.
Absolutely adore this show
thank you guys so much for everything you've done for everybody on the whole world of creation for giving us hazbin hotel and helluva boss episodes seasons and so much more thank you guys so much for everything you've done you guys have been will ever since you created your masterpiece
Iβm so happy BlitzΓΈ and Stolas have made up. It was way sooner than I expected too. I thought youβd save that for the finale, but doing it now was a way better move
I am so glad I got to watch this. It was just monumental! I don't even know if I wanna think of the consequences going forward, since they're so drastic yet I can't stop thinking about them!
Just holy shit. The mastermind that is you and everyone else involved made a masterpiece!
And it was more that I felt sorry for Stolas, that he was made a fool on purpose... and I liked that Beelzebub and Asmodeus and Vasago supported Stolas And it seems that it is possible that in future episodes and seasons Beelzebub and Asmodeus and Vasago will help him and modk maybe others heroes
Truly, the best episode, I've watched, omg. π You've, all, done such a beautiful job, on this. π
Especially the song. It really encapsulates how much Stolas and Blitz had grown. The animation really shows how Stolas had went above, willing to protect his love, it was so beautiful. π
Helluva Boss is kinda the only reason Iβm still going at this point. Thanks for such an amazing show.
Also can you reveal the date of Loonaβs adoption anniversary please. Iβd like to know being adopted myself.
I definitely got what I expected from Satan as an antithesis to Lucifer (A jock, huge, hot-headed, incredibly powerful I'm dark magic, and, overall, an asshole).
Thanks for help creating this amazing episode. Satan, Leviathan and Belphegor got amazing designs in the new Helluva Boss epπ₯Now I want to see Godzilla vs Satan for some odd reason.
But Godzilla owns these guys. Viv's characters are to the rest of fiction as Homelander is to getting crushed by everyone else. One atomic beam or a punch and Viv's Satan loses. Even better, he'll get irradiated so Satan just dies even from meeting him.
Mastermind was amazing! and the rest of the sins designs were gorgeous π I laughed so hard when I saw Lucifer seat - are you ever gonna make a crossover between the two shows?
What I love about Helluva is you can tell it is written by someone who is just like us π idk how to explain it well but it's like. Everything we as fans could ever want in a show is written into HB not just like vaguely hinted at
And the thing Iβm most proud of BY FAR - is how utterly phenomenal the episode looks. Truly my studio has grown so much and what this team is capable of- wow. Every single person who touched this episode is a rockstar, thank you all for making this episode so dear to me look fucking INCREDIBLE. β€οΈππ
You and the entire team blew me and all of us away with this one. So many parts of this episode broke my heart, but the ending was worth every second of heartbreak.
Sinsmas is bound to be one helluva season finale and itβs safe to say that I cannot wait. Thank you for this incredible show, Viv. β€οΈ
It was an amazing episode Viv. Honestly it felt like a season finale episode. Makes we wonder what is in store for next month. Youβre gonna have a hard time topping this. But hey you and your team kill it every time.
We love you Viv, and the work the studio does is amazing. All of you guys are incredible. As an artist Helluva Boss is so fucking inspiring, thanks a lot for everything. πβ¨οΈ
Everything about Mastermind was incredible and so wonderful! You were so right!
It looks amazing, sounds amazing, and the way it all played out was so great! You should be proud, this episode was amazing! You and the team knocked out of the park, as always!
The song very much felt like a mid-series recap! It's amazing. The way I read it was like this: Uncertainty about Stolas' intentions in the pilot as he was a more evil coded character, talking down on Blitzo and bigging himself up like season 1 and talking down on imps again
followed by taking responsibility suddenly protecting Blitzo, only for Blitzo to realise this time that Stolas didn't mean it at all (which brings them up to speed on the current situation?) and then a glimpse into the future of fighting systemic oppression through Satan?
Its on a twt and even the wiki has it documwnted that Satan, according to viv, tends to do what he wants when Lucifer isnt around, so he's more than likely a liar or just boasting about himself in court
I am very happy for you vivzie, you are a good entertainer and you have worked hard to get your series forward, I hope you continue to be successful and continue to be happy. π₯°π
This episode was such a punch to the gut emotionally. It felt like I was 'aww'-ing one second and then cringing with sympathy the next. Absolutely phenomenal.
And I really hope Stella and Andre get shanked next ep. Please tell me they do
It was a Awesome emotional ride, I hope Episode 12/Finale Will give a happy ending, much like how Season 1 OF Hazbin Hotel ended on a positive note. I may also be working on some Helluva Boss Stories as part of my "Gacha Club" Universe.
I think I might have figured out what to do with my first paycheck from my first real job. Seems appropriate to support the show thatβs been with me throughout job hunting by subscribing to patreon β€οΈ
Yo! This was one of THE BEST episodes, and I STILL need to shake the hand(s) of whoever drew Stolas sleeping and BlitzΓΈ kissing him! That was so beautiful π Seriously, you and your crew should be damn proud of yourselves! You did magnificent work here! ππΎππΎππΎππΎ
Before Ghostf*ckers came out I rewatched the series and the growth of the show and itβs amazing. The fact that your shows have just been characters of yours from when you were in school and now theyβre a huge success is crazy and I canβt wait to enjoy future episodes!
Before I knew this episode had dropped earlier, I was trying to go over all the story arcs / villains this show has put out so far -- Striker, Mammon, Crimson, Stella, the D.H.O.R.K.S, the Cherubs -- and where they could have gone from there... π€
Without question, Mastermind's the best early birthday present I ever got. I want you and the team to take a massive bow! You deserve all this success! After what happened here, I don't think I'm ready for what's to come! But once again, You deserve a standing ovation for this episode!
Huge big thank you and your entire SpindleHorse team for producing yet another fantastic episode!!!!! Everything in this new Mastermind is just mind-blowing!!!β€οΈ
Viv, is it okay if I ask you a question? When the scene changes mid song, and Stolas admits he has regrets and the two admit their love - was that broadcast to all of hell? Or did Stolas use his powers to hide themselves beiefly from the world so the two could share that moment privately?
Watching SpindleHorse grow has been part of the fun! We love the story, the characters, the traumas, but watching your team grow and become so much more is thrilling π€
This episode is literally everything, from jaw-droppingly beautiful animation to gut-wrenching and amazing voice acting. Plus so many tropes that I enjoy... Damn. I was actually shaking with emotion, and not many shows make me do that. It's really a gift to all of us here. Thank you, Viv!
Also quick question, but I've seen a lot of people over on a reddit I was viewing ask about it, are we ever gonna get any Hazbin Hotel DVD releases? I think a lot of people would love to not only personally own one but to also dive into any bonus features that are given.
That shot was so fucking insane. It went so hard. That shot and the shot during the song where Stolas is on the ledge with all the candles and raises his arms, I believe it was at the line, "A mind behind the plan!" I don't know why but to me that shot just looks soooo smooth!
I canβt Wait until the next episodeπππ. You canβt give us a hint on the next episode is it going to be revolving around Stolas without his power or blitz confessing his love to him. Also, thank you for this amazing episode It was phenomenalππππ.
I was completely blown away by the animation and the level of passion you can clearly see that went into this episode. Truly thank you Viv and the cast and crew. β₯οΈβ₯οΈβ₯οΈ
I watched it all day long and kept saying how beautiful the art and animation was in it. Every single frame was beautiful. Itβs an incredible episode. The art the story the characters the music the acting, everything. Amazing
It was absolutely stunning. Stolas' song was particularly gorgeous - every gesticulation flowed so beautifully with weight and emotion. The colours and effects were sublime. But I must say that I'm so in love with the couch moment when Blitz cups Stolas' face, it felt so 3-dimensional and real. β₯οΈ
Hell yes! Especially the lighting and shading was really good! And who ever did the last few shots of Stolas needs a raise! The expressions were on top!
The Goetia and Overlords are seperate groups (+ HB and HH characters cant crossover due to rights issues, A24 owns HH while HB is indie, hence why Lucifer wasnt in the new HB ep)
Tbh satan and lucifer being seen as 1 entity is a common thing due to folks mixing elements of paradise lost with bible
Oh yeah I know that the rights stuff make things complicated, But I'm trying to find a reason (in universe) why these characters can't be in the same room together.
Ya know, like how Spider-man can't just swoop into the MCU at anytime. Gotta make sense story wise not just rights wise.
It's so nice to see creators actually develop their characters and it doesn't take 95% of the show for it to happen. I am so excited to see what comes next. π
Fue muy hermoso el capΓtulo y lleno de emociones, no me imaginaba el cambio de situaciones pero fue muy sorprendente, gracias por el capΓtulo πβ€οΈβ€οΈ
It is soooo gooooood! π
I so didn't expect that! Really! π± but it's just too good to be true - it literall overwhelmed my expectations!
OMG I so can't wait for the next episode π
You all did so good, Viv! You and your team just did it again! Thank you so much! π
This chapter absolutely made my day. Enjoy our deserved ovation!
Fizz/Stolas reaction, the Lucifer references... And we finally have seen all the Sins, guys! OMG
Also as a native Spanish speaker it brings a smile to my face each time I understood Vasago without translating inside my mind. Love itβ€οΈ
It must have been agonizing to watch people complain about issues stemming from the format when it was written to be just styled like a regular seasonal show.
Words cannot describe the emotional journey this episode just put me through. I have so much love for these characters. Brandon and Bryce are truly talented. My heart aches but is so full at the same time. π«Άπ«Ά
So proud of you Viv and the whole team! This episode was your best yet. Just the biggest emotional roller coaster. I cannot WAIT for more Stolitz β€οΈ
The episode hits really deep and hard. I really love how Loona is really warming up to BlitzΓΈ, itβs really admirable. You and the team did such an amazing job working on Mastermind, I love it a lot! Canβt wait for more to come!
mastermind is certainly masterful, I saw it aproximatly 3 hours after it's release, and I think it's extremely well done, although the implications for stolas here upset me, perhaps that's the point.
I'm still ok with that, because I know ths show can play off it later, keep up the good work.
Love the work and love that goes into the show but Iβm so angry how the trial went. The villains got everything they wanted and Stolas is screwed. And poor Octavia is oblivious to the whole thing.
It was amazing! I hope Stella and her brother get what's coming to them as the haughty will fall. Yet I loved Vassago a lot since he sprinkles stardust wherever he goes on his star. π« Just didn't expect Satan to have a southern accent lol I have one so it was surprising.
Love everything! Though, it kinda lacks the violent nihilistic fresh and bite psychotic manic escalation that I wanted. Where is that love for causing pain and hopelessness?
Viv, I just need you to know, having all the designs for the 7 deadly sins is exactly what Iβve been waiting for! I was ecstatic when I saw them in this episode! They are my favorite characters!
The Episode was fantastic, and clearly made with so much love. Loved seeing all the overlords together, the great jokes, and the writing really pulled on my heart strings. Fantastic Job to you and the whole team, thanks for making us smile!
Truly didnβt think this show could get any better, considering the past episodes were absolutely STUNNING. Mastermind is 100% the best episode of the whole series so far. Thank you for this masterpieceβ€οΈ
I am gonna rewatch but initially I think you had material for 2 episodes here. It all went so quick. I know thatΒ΄s the style, things moves fast but this was really, really fast. But I get it especially with the long worktime. 3 years is a long time to wait and it still looked incredible.
The thing I enjoyed most about this episode was seeing Stolas fall into the slums. He deserves it.
So he won't be hypocritical towards Blitz anymore. I hope that from this lesson he will learn to be humble and not haughty.
I loved seeing how far Blitzoβs and Loonaβs relationship has come. She said βI love you, Dadβ so openly and willingly without hesitation or embarrassment, such a beautiful moment π₯².
I am very happy for you vivzie, you are a good entertainer and you have worked hard to get your series off the ground, I hope you continue to be successful and continue to be happy. π₯°π
Thank you thank you thank you!!! It still hasnβt fully sunk in yet but this episode means the world to so many of us. I wish I had the words to properly express my gratitude.
one of my favorite season 2 episodes not counting season one nothing can compare to Ozzie's. i didn't notice it was out for about a hour and was left speechless after, the animation was beautiful, and please put the song on Spotify it was one of the best songs of the whole series, loved everything
That was the best episode of the entire series. I felt the full range of emotions a human could possibly feel in just 20 minutes. Now off to therapy! ππ₯Ήππ΅βπ«π₯°
It is SO EPIC! I love all the designs for the characters, I love the way the relationship dynamics play out, and the music was AMAZING. A+ casting too, Patrick Page judging a man singing to save the one he loves, gee where have we seen that before? ;p One of my favorite HB episodes!
You know you create some awesome characters based on animals and I love animals you know between your shows and villainous and the amazing digital circus keeps me sane because since I had problems with someone 8 years ago I started coping with cartoons such as villainous and yours and glitch
Productions I've been doing this for 5 years now started with invader Zim then that stopped after 4 years and 5 months and had to latch onto villainous not to mention
So awesome. You rock Viv.
Very interested to learn about the hierarchy of hell now though.
Will Lucifer appear in Helluva Boss at some point? Or the other 6 sins in Hazbin?
When the deut started and that guitar followed shortly after I got the most intense chills. Mastermind is without a doubt a masterpiece. π¦π πΆ π΅
There are so many great payoffs for Blitz and Stolas' arc! Can't wait to see Stolas learn about life away from his guilded cage! He's sad now, but he'll learn a lot by fighting to get Via back in his life. Blitz is going to be right there to help him on his new journey! Thank you Viv and crew! <3
The episode was absolutely amazing! Thank you so much for it! Might have to rewatch it a few times to process this much greatness. Satanβs βgood angelβ was a 10/10 π€£
Hey Vivienne I just wanted to tell you that you have no idea how inspiring you are to me as a person, thank you so much for your work, your avant-garde in all aspects and your characters,you only motivate me to want to do more myself. I hope you always make the series you want to make. Thanks you.
I know it has been asked multiple numerous infinity times but I pray one day soon we can have the songs on Spotify like the ones for Hazbin. I know Youtube is a thing but I would rather listen to it on repeat without ads ruining the masterpiece ear candy we have.
It's satisfying in every way yet still so exciting to see what's going to happen. The amount of gasps and squeals was real over this one π₯Ίπ Every angle had a little something to love
Mastermind is a masterPIECE!!! Never have I cried, cheered, screamed, and felt so many emotions in one show! The crew did amazing work. I can't wait for the last episode!
3 years ago?? Wow! Glad it finally paid off for you and Spindlehorse!
That ending is SO worth the wait us fans of a certain ship I won't name for spoilers, have been waiting for!
seven deadly sins that you guys have created is almost like the anime the seven deadly sins and we all know that Lucifer is the true Demon King and Satan is second behind him second behind Lucifer and his wife The Mastermind episode with you guys done was amazing peak had me crying everyone else
The episode was absolutly INCREDIBLE. I was on the edge of my seat every time something happened. This just turned into the BEST episode of Season 2... Maybe my favorite episode of ALL TIME. Can't wait how it's going to be topped.
One thing that confuses me is, what is Stolas exactly guilty of? Did they kinda disregard everything on Blitz like Stryder trying to kill Stolas? Or is it just focused on the book being used by a Imp
I might be missing something so anything to enlighten me is appreciated
And it's so good. Absolutely loved the entire episode including the references to Lucifer! The last few episodes have been so strong and we can't wait to see how things go from here.
Congratulations on this episode!!!! It deserves every bit of love it is getting, and more! Truly a masterpiece, and I think for so many of us, a new favourite episode! β€οΈ
(In all seriousness though, I absolutely adore your work. Your characters are relatable and down to earth but stunning at the same time, and your plots are amazing. I fricking love you.β€οΈ)
I just wanna sayβ¦ you and the rest of the cast and crew made a work of PURE ART!!! Seriously! Hats off to all of you and canβt wait to see what comes next~ itβs already a huge step that both blitz and Stolas finally know they love eachother and are living together ^.^
And it was soooo good! π₯Ή The best in this series, if I dare say so. I love every single detail and second of it. Really looking forward to what you guys have for the future episodes π₯Ή
I almost cried watching the new helluva boss episode today, it was so emotional and amazing. Thank you so very much for everything, we will continue supporting you for many years to come.
I JUST saw the episode! The musical number this ep sounds like Jacks Lament. It was so wonderful! Had me on the thinking someone was actually going to die
Mastermind was a Masterpiece! It was outstanding! I watched it on my lunch break and was freaking out in my car. All the details and new questions are going to drive me insane the more I rewatch the episode.
What you did was aβ¦. MASTERPIECE!!! I freaking LOVE IT!! It was touching, suspense, cool, and awesome!! I love every piece of that episode!!! You did an amazingly good job!! Weβre so proud of you, Viv!! Keep it up!! ππβ¨
Helluva Boss is one of the few rays of sunlight in trying times like these. Thank you and the team for this wonderful rollercoaster of emotions. Iβve put trust in your writing and never doubt in it for a reason
If you could, apart from the plot-related things, would you have wanted to put Lucifer in the episode just to connect him in person (so to speak) with HB?
I think what some fans are shocked as well from was how the episode was published an hour early. But yes, this made my heart ache, and gave me hope that an actual relationship is building between them!!! THAT KISS WAS WHOLESOME! ππ«
How high are the chances of the background Goetia's being identified?
Are they Goetia from the original 72(If so, I think I can identify what could be Botis, Sitri, and Orobas) or originals?
Vassago was perfect, legitimately my new favorite character. also loved the desings for Leviathan and Belphegor and some of the other goetia. im sitting here trying to guess who is who lmao. 10/10, amazing show.
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Also it was super duper rad to see Envy, Wrath, and Sloth's Sins finally in the world. Having never done a deep dive into the lore, they looked exactly like I imagined.
Absolutely adore this show
was amazing <3
Just holy shit. The mastermind that is you and everyone else involved made a masterpiece!
Especially the song. It really encapsulates how much Stolas and Blitz had grown. The animation really shows how Stolas had went above, willing to protect his love, it was so beautiful. π
Also can you reveal the date of Loonaβs adoption anniversary please. Iβd like to know being adopted myself.
Sinsmas is bound to be one helluva season finale and itβs safe to say that I cannot wait. Thank you for this incredible show, Viv. β€οΈ
Blitz: tried my best, but it wasn't enough.
Stolas: no.....but you came back anyway??
It was a really nice episode. Can't wait for the December one.
The characters, the plots, the animation. It's all fabulous. π Thank you for everything Viv π
Thank you for always striving forward and sharing your imagination with us, Vivzie. F*ck the Haters; as I found, people often hate out of jealousy.
SO BAD FOR STOLAS AND VIA I JUST WANT TO HUG BOTH OF THEM
It looks amazing, sounds amazing, and the way it all played out was so great! You should be proud, this episode was amazing! You and the team knocked out of the park, as always!
also i have to say you and your team along with Akira Toriyama and his studio are the only people i know who make fans cheer for Satan lol
imagine having Chris Sabat as Satan knowing he has a background as a DJ AND in a rock band
Two Satan's, two frauds... It feels almost intentional.
Poor, poor Stolas⦠poor owl.
Also FUCK Stella and Andrealphus, you wrote them so good I HATE them both itβs absolutely crazy
And I really hope Stella and Andre get shanked next ep. Please tell me they do
You find a way. No matter the walls, you find a way. π€β
Though I am curious why Bee has a new look.
Well dones all round. The character growth just keeps getting better π€β
thank you so so much Viv it's such an incredible episode and i'm so so grateful, it's everything i wanted <3
Spindlehorse is truly a powerhouse studio - I love every frame of each episode ππ«ΆπΌ
I have a new HB ep emotional hangover coming on but itβs so worth it.
Lots of love and thanks to all who made it (and yay omg Vassago leg reveal! π€£)
Also quick question, but I've seen a lot of people over on a reddit I was viewing ask about it, are we ever gonna get any Hazbin Hotel DVD releases? I think a lot of people would love to not only personally own one but to also dive into any bonus features that are given.
Also we've established that Lucifer and Satan are too completely different characters.
Love this episode's world building and continuity β€οΈ
Tbh satan and lucifer being seen as 1 entity is a common thing due to folks mixing elements of paradise lost with bible
Its why even Beelzebub was also a being thought to be Lucifer as well.
Ya know, like how Spider-man can't just swoop into the MCU at anytime. Gotta make sense story wise not just rights wise.
I never felt so Happy and Hurt all at once in a whiplash! Hurtty!
I also love how Satan and the little guy has a HUGE vibe to Disney's Queen and King of hearts of Alice in Wonderland
Was really useful for me and my fellow blind/visually impaired folk
I so didn't expect that! Really! π± but it's just too good to be true - it literall overwhelmed my expectations!
OMG I so can't wait for the next episode π
You all did so good, Viv! You and your team just did it again! Thank you so much! π
also hope you like this icon i made featuring Kyle The Deer and his girlfriend Loona with a rad looking car
Fizz/Stolas reaction, the Lucifer references... And we finally have seen all the Sins, guys! OMG
Also as a native Spanish speaker it brings a smile to my face each time I understood Vasago without translating inside my mind. Love itβ€οΈ
I'm still ok with that, because I know ths show can play off it later, keep up the good work.
The animation was so clean and beautiful! Such an amazing team you got. π₯π
Also so ready to see more Vassago!!
Putting something extraordinary out into the World like always!
You and your Team deserve everything coming your way! π
Congrats to you and the team!
when Mammon goes ape shitt over lunch break? As A Lawyer i fucking felt that LMAO
So he won't be hypocritical towards Blitz anymore. I hope that from this lesson he will learn to be humble and not haughty.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pucT5R6AV5o
Very interested to learn about the hierarchy of hell now though.
Will Lucifer appear in Helluva Boss at some point? Or the other 6 sins in Hazbin?
That ending is SO worth the wait us fans of a certain ship I won't name for spoilers, have been waiting for!
"Please let it be a stolitz episode"
It was.
I want to jump off a cliff now
One thing that confuses me is, what is Stolas exactly guilty of? Did they kinda disregard everything on Blitz like Stryder trying to kill Stolas? Or is it just focused on the book being used by a Imp
I might be missing something so anything to enlighten me is appreciated
I CAN'T STOP WATCHING THE LAST SCENE
Plus the casting is Satan is π€©
Viv, you beautiful specimen you.
Let me tell you one thing.
You absolutely ATE with that episode.
(In all seriousness though, I absolutely adore your work. Your characters are relatable and down to earth but stunning at the same time, and your plots are amazing. I fricking love you.β€οΈ)
What drives me crazy is Octavia being now pretty much fully in Stella's clutches, that's going to be painful moving forward
You and your team are AMAZING!
Was illegally lending his grimoire really a complete status removal worthy offense???
It was SO GOOD
The final shots with Stolas didn't have to be that BEAUTIFUL
SO BEAUTIFUL
THE SONG WAS SO GOOD
-SCREECH-
Meanwhile there is me who is super glad that Kesha came back.
Also I love Vassago speaking in Spanish. You SERVED
=^α΄₯^=
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Are they Goetia from the original 72(If so, I think I can identify what could be Botis, Sitri, and Orobas) or originals?