Punching Up, Episode 127 | Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is looking GOOD!
Summary
Hosts Brad, Micah, and Gene discuss EA’s acquisition by a Saudi-led consortium and critique the new Fire Emblem Direct, debating its tournament structure and permadeath mechanics. The trio also reacts to leaked Pokémon-themed Krispy Kreme donuts and shares humorous, terrible sex advice from Cosmopolitan.
Topics discussed
Intro, merch showcase, and Spider-Man spoiler apology
Patreon promo and audience snitching discussion
Reading absurd 2000s Cosmo sex tips
EA takeover, Jedi Survivor critique, and Saudi investments
Fire Emblem: Engage reveal and series recommendations
Pokemon x Krispy Kreme collab and donut stories
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 gameplay, NG+, and updates
Splatoon 3: Octo Expansion and Salmon Run modes
Splatoon weapon meta and recent game reviews
Mario Sunshine praise and Virtual Boy discussion
Switch 2 port issues and Sonic Racing Crossworlds
Listener write-ins: Elliot, Splatoon scores, and Metacritic
Nintendo achievements, Persona management, and Fire Emblem
Dream remakes, Sonic merch, and Patreon shoutouts
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