Exploring the Mind of Occtis Tachonis - Interview with Alexander Ward

In this exclusive interview, Alexander Ward dives deep into his experience joining the main cast of Critical Role Campaign 4 as the mysterious and tragic Occtis Tachonis. Alex sits down with Caitlin Tyrrell to discuss the collaborative process of building a character within an established world, the complexities of Occtis’s past, and the unique challenges of playing an emotionally "deadened" character. From discussing accidental horror stories involving pigeons to the weight of familial trauma, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the craft behind the table. Time stamps 01:00:07 – The flashback with Thimble and childhood trauma 01:03:04 – Developing the mentor/surrogate mom bond with Thaisha Lloy 01:06:07 – The vulture vs. the pigeon: A mechanical "horror story." 01:08:12 – Magic as a milestone for a "family disappointment." 01:10:44 – Emotional intelligence and "deadened" instincts 01:13:33 – Challenging the "Sad Boy" crown 01:16:26 – Bucking the "moral compass" trope 01:23:04 – Aesthetic vibes: Bringing body horror to the table 01:25:00 – Gratitude for joining the Critical Role cast Support our channel by buying merch at https://templeofgeekshop.com/ For more content that pertains to the world of geek, visit our website at https://templeofgeek.com/ Follow us on social media: TikTok   / templeofgeek   BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/templeofgeek... Instagram   / templeofgeek