Sure thing, let’s dive into this delightful mess of thoughts:
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You know when someone’s on a roll, and they don’t even realize it? That’s Jennifer English for ya. This actor’s stumbled into some of the most loved RPGs recently, calling the whole gig “pure luck.” But, I mean, you can’t just ignore how killer her characters are. Yeah, English, maybe it’s luck—or maybe you’re just that good?
Her journey—yeah, let’s call it that—kicked off with this character Latenna in 2022’s Elden Ring. Not a huge part, more like a toe dip, but still. And then bam! Shadowheart in Baldur’s Gate 3 happens. Suddenly, RPG fans were like, “Who’s this? We gotta keep an eye on her.” This year, she snagged another biggie: Maelle in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Almost like she’s the it-person for gamers now—totally not complaining.
Caught a vid on Fall Damage’s YouTube (we all get lost on there, right?), and English was all, “Yeah, pure luck. Grateful though, for the gorgeous games and all.” But really, if those Clair Obscur folks didn’t know her from before, it’s like, maybe she’s not just lucky? The talent’s kinda obvious, Jen.
Awards, shmards—honestly, she’s more jazzed about how people are loving her work. Expedition 33 did crazy well, and fans are eating it up. Must feel good, seeing your art hit home like that. And hey, sales are sweet, but hearing that applause, that’s the real deal.
What’s next, you ask? English is diving into Tides of Annihilation. She’s this lead, Gwendolyn, so fingers crossed it’s another smash. And she might reprise Shadowheart if the stars align. Not sure how, since Larian’s not on a sequel train, but who knows?
In a world of “meh” voice actors, Jennifer’s cruising in her own lane. Being all chill about her successes, it’s endearing. Kinda makes me think she’s got both feet on the ground—props to ya, English.
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