Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet -

“Mythic Quest: Raven’s Banquet” is a comedy series set in the video game industry. It follows the team behind the biggest multiplayer video game of all time, Mythic Quest, as they strive to maintain and expand their successful virtual world. The series primarily centers around the game’s creative director, Ian Grimm, who is both egotistical and passionate about his work. The show explores the office dynamics within the game’s development studio, capturing both the comedic and dramatic aspects of working in a creative and high-stakes industry.

Main Central Characters:

Ian Grimm (Rob McElhenney): The creative director of Mythic Quest, whose ego often clashes with his vision for the game.
Poppy Li (Charlotte Nicdao): The lead engineer at Mythic Quest, who constantly struggles with Ian’s eccentricities.
David Brittlesbee (David Hornsby): The game’s executive producer, often finding himself as a mediator between creative and corporate interests.
Brad Bakshi (Danny Pudi): The head of monetization, who’s more interested in profits than in the creative aspect of the game.
C.W. Longbottom (F. Murray Abraham): The eccentric, washed-up writer who provides storylines for the game.

Themes:
“Mythic Quest: Raven’s Banquet” addresses themes of creativity versus commerce, the complexities of collaborative work in creative industries, and the personal egos involved in game development. It also touches on topics like workplace dynamics, the impact of technology and gaming culture, and the quest for recognition and success in a highly competitive field.

Critical Consensus Rating: 4/5
The series has been praised for its witty and insightful look into the video game industry, its well-drawn characters, and its blend of humor and heart. Critics have appreciated the show for its ability to balance industry-specific humor with universal workplace themes. Some critics, however, felt that certain aspects of the video game industry were oversimplified.

TV Parental Guidelines Rating: TV-MA
The show is rated TV-MA for mature language, sexual content, and adult humor, making it more suitable for adult audiences.

Broadcast Information:
“Mythic Quest: Raven’s Banquet” premiered on Apple TV+ in February 2020.