Helmety Bummed Out

The dudes at Rooster Teeth have been hinting at it for months, that the 100th episode of Red vs. Blue would be the last. Judging from the cast members' journals and other communications, they are indeed moving on. Is it because Halo 3 doesn't have a box canyon map? Maybe the new game engine doesn't allow for certain special effects that could make production much more difficult? Or perhaps the principle voices, who are the founders of the production company, want to concentrate on the commercial side of the business, without having to worry about scheduling time for the actual production? I don't know. They have another show they are currently producing, but the game engine has gotten bad reviews, so I don't know how popular it will be. They've also shot several commercials for advertisers, specifically for the Madden series of football games. Maybe, I just don't believe them, because they've done this kind of thing in the past.

"Wrong! That wasn't Simmons. It was old man Caboose!"

If it really is true, I want to thank the Rooster Teeth crew for all their hard work, funny writing, and brilliant voice acting. Also, appreciation goes for introducing great characters, such as Caboose and Sarge, and phrases that have colored the geek community. Phrases like "Blargh!", "cockbite," "Camping is a legitimate strategy!", and pretty much everything that Sarge has ever said to insult his team. I hope Red vs. Blue will come back, probably not with the same characters, but the ending really does bring the show full circle. If you have the chance, take a look at the last episode, but only pay attention to the last 3 minutes. Then take a look at the first episode ever. Very fitting. Now I have to find another bunch of bobbing helmets to help me with Helmety Goodness Fridays.