The Problem with Clones... || NerdSync

Today, Scott is responding to your comments about the real-world origin of C-3PO's red arm, the problem with clones inside of the comic book world in regards to the legal system, and whether or not we'll ever do a full video about Hamilton.

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[pinky]

In a world of clones and gadgets, where someone can look like you *and* have your exact genetic makeup, how the hell could you tell the difference 'tween a clone and the original even if stripped naked? Do we have to use the honor system?

It's things like this that baffle me that Xavier knows full well shapeshifters exist, yet trusts the security of his most prized possession to a retinal scan. Something even non-mutants were able to fool. How about a password Chuck?!

[AhsimNreiziev]

As others have already pointed out, most if not all of the weaknesses that would come by having superheroes prove who they are by showing off their powers or providing DNA evidence, would also come into play if they had to appear in court *without* the suit.


If you can clone someone's DNA, you can also clone their face.

[bolloxmagee]

I LOVE NERD SYNC! it's the nerd version of talk shows that I've always dreamed of 😀😀😀😀😀😀😀

[gwkowe]

That "Why are you here" moment and that Jackie Chan Adventures clip . . .
THIS IS NOW THE GREATEST NERDSYNC VIDEO EVER

[chrisclamp]

I love the fact that you used a Jackie chan adventures clip, I never thought I'd see one here

[DanPeters]

If they're a clone then how do you know they're the real one with the mask off?

[docdompson]

you've really become one of my favorite channels dude, show really grows on you

[expensive-brother]

Regarding C3PO, he has a programmed personality (Being a droid and all that) and thus it cannot be changed by memories, what can be changed is how he interacts with different people based on his memories (owner, hostile, etc.) but yet again those reactions were also pre-programmed in him.

[bunniz]

02:53 Savagery is reaching critical level! Everyone abandon the video before the it starts to leak out!

[theapplecommunity]

That Periscope was so amazing! Please do them more! 😂😄

[felix.a.rhodes]

"Why are you here?"

Got me to chuckle.

[bsabruzzo]

Now there's a design... Have two comic book "panels" on the back if the shirt with the phrase "Read Between the Panels" above them and the phrase "Grow Smarter Through Comics" written between the panels. On the front have the Nerd Sync logo either taking up the complete front... or an understated one over the left chest (where the pocket would be) along with a printed bow-tie by the collar.

[crunch]

in that clockwork episode you know i think s.8. ep.3 of doc who? he says "think of a mop you replace the handle you replace the mop is it still the same mop?"

[theragingrobin]

As for the Phantom Pain reference with C-3P0's red arm, the prologue mission in the Phantom Pain is called The Phantom Limb, hence the comic title

[MrBobthened]

On the subject of the memory, personality, identity thing. I agree with the first comment you showed (Balomew), because. . .
Someone I know was in a car crash a few years ago, and suffered brain damage to the extent that all memories and personality have gone. I would say that she is now not the same person as before.

[jothamsmith]

I'm pretty sure there was a Spider-Man comic where Iron Fist covered for him in court. They asked him to show off his powers to prove his identity and he just flipped around and used a borrowed web shooter until everyone was suitably impressed.

[wyattewalker]

2:47 LOL!!
p.s.LOVE the Jackie chain reference!! :)

[Alfarius]

"why are you here?"
my stomach hurts from the laughter

[dogwarlock]

Memory and identity is something I think about a lot, considering I often feel like I'm lacking a personality due to dissociation I struggle with.
But sometimes I reflect on past incidents and realize that certain mannerisms I have stem from them. So, idk I think identity and personality are one in the same but what makes up personality is past experience unless you're just trying to force an aesthetic as a personality substitute. Often you see adolescents side with counter culture movements because it gives them a feeling of identity when they haven't quite yet had the life experience to make up their own.
Like, speaking from personal experience one of the mannerisms that stem from a childhood incident is where I was almost hit by a car when I was like 6 or somethin and now I have an almost compulsion to check streets I'm passing (I know, should already be common sense). Or when I was in high school and I hung out with the EDGY metal kids because it was easier to just mimic than to actually look into myself and get some actual insight on myself, and it's not like I regret it because those experiences are part of who I am and what makes up my personality.
So, I feel like C3P0 has more of a base identity, a basic scrip outlining HOW he's supposed to act. But that doesn't mean his experiences can't be built on to make a more complex and full personality like what we see. But??? Who knows boys I ain't a psychologist.

[YourUncleBenis]

Guys, quick! We gotta make a T-shirt of Scott as a hamburger!