“Season 4 Episode 1: The Trial” from NGC
UPDATED with review! Season 4, Episode 1: The Trial is now available at Next Global Crisis.
Review by Sidekick
First off, when the trailer came out for this episode, the consensus seemed to be that Celestia looked better than ever. And I’m here to absolutely confirm that fact. Wow! She looks amazing. Although it’s nothing new, she looks to be in crazy great shape and her current hairstyle just works for her. Just wanted to get that out of the way. Now, on to the film.
After a very cool new opening title sequence that features some of the big moments in NGC lore, we find an unconscious Celestia on the floor, and we learn that she is flashing back to the end of the last season. If you haven’t seen that episode, Celestia steps in against an invader who uses an almost identical weapon.
A little bit of exposition follows that explains why Celestia finds herself in this little predicament. I don’t want to spoil any of the story so I’ll just get to the fighting. There are a few different action pieces in this episode and it starts with…
Celestia v The Dominator – The Dominator is given a name in this episode. A name I’m sure I would misspell, so I’ll just stick with the Dominator.
The Dominator rips off Celestia’s belt, catches a punch thrown by the heroine, and lands a hard backhand. Four stomach blows rock Celestia backward but she rights herself and lands a kick of her own to the stomach.
The two eventually engage in a test of strength that Celestia slowly loses. The Dominator floors Celestia with a punch and rams her head off the floor several times. Dominator mocks Celestia a bit for being weak and claws at her stomach before driving several chops into Celestia’s mid-section.
She then drops Celestia over her knee with a back breaker. But Celestia is able to turn the tide. She drops the Dominator and follows up with a neck scissors. Dominator eventually elbows her way out of the hold and locks in a bearhug. She slams Celestia to the ground, removes one of Celestia’s boots, and beats Celestia with it.
She then uses the boot to strangle Celestia for a while and continues to pound on the heroine. The Dominator seems in total control as she chokes Celestia unconscious, but against all odds, Celestia makes a recovery and floors her opponent long enough to make a run for the door. However, she runs into…
Celestia vs. Filth – I’ll keep Filth’s power under wraps for now, but he’s a big dude. Just about the same size as Alaric. Celestia goes to punch him but the Dominator stops her arm and gets her in a full nelson. Filth lands a bunch of stomach blows and locks Celestia in a bearhug. He continues to pound Celestia as she is pretty much out on her feet. He then lifts her in the air before tossing her to the ground. That takes us to…
Celestia vs. The Dominator II – Again, Celestia recovers and lands a few shots on the Dominator. Filth attempts to intervene, but catches a kick to the stomach. However, his interruption buys enough time for the Dominator to slap on a choke hold. A hold that Celestia quickly powers out of. They exchange blows until a headbutt drops Celestia to the ground. And we have to hold it here. Rest assured, there is MUCH more punishment delivered to Celestia, as well as a rag to the mouth. And then there’s the very end of the film. An ending that I think is going to generate several e-mails to Andrew Fraser’s inbox. Hell, I may send one myself.
The thing that struck me the most about this film is how heroic Celestia came off as. Every single time she was down and apparently out, she found a way to get back to her feet and keep fighting. This is exactly how I love to see heroines portrayed, and she does this as well as anyone.
I also had a theory going into this episode that this was going to be Celestia’s season. Whether it’s by design or not, I’ve always felt that although each Season had multiple characters, one always seemed to be the lead. To me, Season 1 was about Miss Freedom. Season 2 was Bluebird’s. Season 3 always felt like Athena’s season to me. And as I mentioned above, I thought this season was going to revolve around Celestia. Let’s just say I am not so sure now. Get ready for some e-mails, Mr. Fraser.
In closing, it’s a brilliant episode. Celestia is perfection. The Dominator is even better here than she was in the NGC Championship episodes. And the new villain Filth steps into the shoes of Alaric really well. They are far from the same characters, but both play the role of powerful enforcer incredibly well.
I don’t know where this train is going, but if future episodes are anything like this, it’s going to be a hell of a ride.
Synopsis
On the day of invasion very few had the courage to stand in the way of the new power in the world. The Harbinger came and was set to open portals across the globe in major cities to bring forth a new order… The next stage in human evolution – The Homo-Superior. In the decades prior to this, the ‘Superior Genus’ placed two ‘normal’ human females at the centre of the invasion strategy… They were meant to clear the path, not stand in the way. Miss Freedom & Celestia, taken as children, one returned. and one kept, one saving the other at the detriment of everything she had ever known.
Now Celestia stands trial for her bravery, and her friendship in saving Miss Freedom’s life. Her old mentor, a shape shifter who has moved from light to dark will be the judge. The trial will be combat and he has chosen an opponent as powerful as any Celestia has ever faced. What follows is a brutal and unrelenting demolition of the proud superheroine. This Dominating villainess keen to prove herself by causing pain until another joins the fray, a male covered in a grotesque substance with an appetite for Celestia’s destruction. Our heroine is stripped of her belt and boots, her costume dirtied, and her body assaulted. Has she anything left to give?
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This vid was amazing!! The action was awesome and the dialogue fitted perfectly. However, I do agree with Giaggio in that even though there are some good low blows in this vid, when the dominator Is stomping on Celestias crotch, there was no reaction. Even though she didn’t react to the low blow like I wanted it, overall it was still a great vid and I definitely recommend it!
I’ve really, really enjoyed this clip: – I was waiting to see some hits to the Dominator from her debut in NGC Championship, and I wasn’t wrong: she knows how to sell them, those punches to the gut was hot. Love her, hope she will be beaten hard soon! – Never liked Celestia’s actress, but man her acting is amazing in this one. Great selling, hot moans. – The action itself is violent, savage, a real beatdown with some moves that you never see in other videos. The only complain in this vid is about the low blows, especially when… Read more »
Really enjoyed the movie. If this is any indication. Athena’s powers maybe needed a lot this season like the last episode last searson.
I am in between jobs and money is hard at this point. But I really really wanna buy this, maybe a bit later but can anyone say what happens in the end? Even an email will go a long way, thanks guys! Email is naveed_azad12@hotmail.com
yeah I’d like to know the ending as well
the ending was very cleaver IMO. gotta say NGC really are a cut above the rest. you also got to hack it to them for being able to bring us a 4th season.
I saw what you did there <.<
Loved the film, you should have made the end more graphic! 🙂
eh, I don’t think they needed to. the implication was enough hehe.
I loved this. So glad to see that dominator will at least be a semi regular on this season and Filth looks sinister which I like. That ending though……I wish there was a spoiler section here but damn!
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Celestia was beautiful in this one, which featured some great action, good perils (dug the chloroform scenes). I won’t say much about the ending yet since this is still pretty new. I’m real curious about what happened to Miss Freedom now based on some of the dialogue.
Look forward to the new season NGC 🙂
At this point, things are not looking good for Ms. Freedom considering she is now in the Masked Man’s custody.
My heart kinda sank when this was mentioned.
I am looking forward to that episode. It’s gonna be great.
A few thoughts. First, I’m really, really pleased that NGC is moving forward with a fourth season. It’s a big undertaking for Andrew and crew to try to tell another season-long story arc without guarantees of access to talent, but they’ve gone for it and we all benefit, so thanks!
The new NGC opening credits are fantastic! Well done!
This episode is a shocker, both story-wise and action-wise. Brutal and hard-hitting on both accounts. Damn!
If you’ve ever bought an NGC vid and liked it, buy this one. It’s turned up to eleven!
Great start to the season. A lot of Celestia action, whew did she look amazing, and really liked the bts video that came with the photoset as well. Mah Celestia is the shining star of the NGCverse.
I do expect to see her many, many more times this season, NGC. Capisce?!
I’ve bought the film, but am feeling nervous about watching it…
The only thing I feel I can say which doesn’t spoil the film is that I bloody LOVE the updated title sequence…
The film itself… is top notch, but saying I “enjoyed” it doesn’t feel quite appropriate.
“The thing that struck me the most about this film is how heroic Celestia came off as. Every single time she was down and apparently out, she found a way to get back to her feet and keep fighting.” One small comment towards Sidekick’s review above: how heroic could she have been if she attempted to “flee” from her own “trial”? It wasn’t like she was facing long odds at that point. She was holding her own against one opponent, and then inexplicably cut bait and ran. Granted, Celestia showed a considerable amount of resolve in the final frame, I’ll… Read more »
I understand the point. In my view on this she has always been the most pragmatic character of the lot, she knows the odds will be stacked and is smart enough to anticipate things. She already alludes in the beginning to it being a show trial; “The punishment will fit any crime.” So she is least likely to pay respect to such a process. Other heroines in the series would stand and fight no matter what with no thought of getting out of the situation, Celestia is a bit different.
Ah, so it was a tactical maneuver.
Tough to argue with the director’s logic.
I agree that Bluebird probably would have stayed and fought to the death without any true gameplan, so I see your point.
GASP!!!
I cannot properly review this without giving away anything.
If you’ve been following along with the plot, then this is a must-buy!
If you’re a fan of the lovely Ms. Knight, then this is a must-buy!
If you’re a fan of total domination, then this is a must-buy!
Hell of a kick-off to S4, NGC! Don’t know how you top this…
‘Nuff Said
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I have been critical of NGC at times, and felt that the quality and creativity of their films have been very uneven, but this is a tremendous film, possibly the best non-Bluebird film they’ve ever done. I have never seen Celestia look better, her performance was superb, the fight was brutal and the pace was torrid. I can’t recommend this enough. As good as the Bluebird mini-series. Keep it up NGC!!!
Amazing! One of best for sure. A total beatdown and a killer ending. There was a crazy and brutal move that even if its fake i feel it on my back. Celestia looks more beutiful than ever. Heaven on earth. And the villain its gorgeous too. It has everything. BUY IT NOW
This looks fantastic. Cant wait!!!
Purely for curiosity… Will there be a win and lose ending in this one?
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Ive been waiting for something like this. Gotta make sure Im still on the members list for this one haha. Oh man, my new favorite heroine since shadowstar was let go. Not sure how Im going to make it til friday. I applaud you for going to new heights NGC. Celestia looks so good without her belt. Please have her lose it every fight from now on. I would love to see the villain pull her up off the floor by her belt when shes face down, after a few times it would force celestia to just remove it. Celestia… Read more »
@NGC so glad to see you’re coming back w/season 4 AND starting it off with my favorite heroine. LOVE seeing Celestia but especially on the receiving end.
LOOKING FORWARD to being broke for another 6 months!!
Season 4 and as exciting as ever.
Right? I’m so glad this is happening!
What day is it going to be released?
It’s out this weekend in the usual way. Members first then everyone else.
Awesome, thanks I can’t wait. Well I guess I will wait, no choice there. The future looks good.
Do what I’ve done, Charles: watch the second teaser about 6 times since this post was updated…
… and counting. 🙂
AlyAdmirer,
Oh yes, I’ve watched it more than that, I think. I just love at 0.19 in the trailer as Celestia is obviously being chloroformed to sleep and her left hand gently reaches to pull her attacker’s arm away. That’s one of the ingredients for a great successful chloroform scene.
Oh my goodness, this looks INCREDIBLE!!!!
Well, if generating intense interest was the goal, mission accomplished. This is looking pretty epic!
Sooo might this be available to members tomorrow? Can’t wait!! 🙂
…it’s not looking good. Keep checking the site for more info though!
Oh I’ve just been reliably informed that a second teaser will be arriving in the next day or two. It should fill in a few more gaps.
any updates on the second teaser? excited to see more
Tomorrow!
Thank you! Just saw it now and looks fantastic!
Hey NGC, will this film have an alt ending? I want to see The Dominator get a chance to sell a KO as well. She could be great at it, but her first outing was such a squash that she didn’t really have to sell anything, lol.
Looks like there is a third party involved. Some giant blacksmith looking guy. Not sure if he is allied with The Dominator or not. I guess we will find out soon.
But yeah, hoping for an alt ending to this one.
Take care.
Well I can say that she gets the opportunity to sell more than she did against Erica, because that was a pure squash.
Nice teaser NGC, Celestia has been one of my favs (apologies for not remembering the actress’s name but she is quite lovely) and this looks like a fun vid. Can’t to see what else might be happening 🙂
Interested in this EP because of how great celestia looks but Not a huge fan of the de-booting. How far in does that happen? And does she get them back on?
Season 4! Hell oh yeah! NGC is amazing. Can’t wait for this one!
This can’t get here soon enough! NGC, is there an e.t.a?
Yes, it will be released this month, so I hope that helps!
Looks incredible, I love the sleepy stuff. Any chance we will see Celestia chloroformed in this one?
Yes. There is a chance…
Looking forward to season 4, NGC. Can’t believe another one is already upon us. I wasn’t expecting to see the new season until late Summer.
BTW, 2020 was a great piece of story-telling.
Thanks. For what it’s worth I can’t believe it either!
To be clear, this teaser only concerns action from the first half of the video. I know it is INSANE that a producer specialising in superheroine fight films would include a superheroine fighting but I’ve bloody well done it again. There are things in the second half of this video we’ve actually never done… but you’ll just have to keep your eyes on our site for more SOON!
Right, ’cause the trailer hasn’t already whetted my appetite enough!! THIS THREAD NEEDS PICS!
No. Not “soon.” Now.
NOW!
NOW!!!!! 🙂
Looks like nearly every video from the first 3 seasons
SO much!
Yeah, we need more original stuff like Wonder Woman/Supergirl/Power Girl/Batgirl getting assaulted. That’s the height of originality.
What ‘Todd’ didn’t include in his comment was to fully identify himself as another producer. I’m not going to post a link, he can do that if he wants and you can then all bask in the stellar originality of his works. Let’s be really clear; If I make a sale it doesn’t mean a sale has been taken away from you, or anyone else. There are a clutch of people who buy everything I do and I’m very grateful for it. There are another clutch of people who buy most things I do and I’m very grateful for it.… Read more »
I do wonder which – but yea, the point is still valid. Having now watched every film NGC has ever released, what became an EXTREMELY old process very quickly, I can confirm the works have become formulaic – as mentioned previously. Since that’s why you dismissed my critique, assumedly you’ll now take to fixing the issue with gusto… Although I doubt it. As I said previously the first few episodes showed such promise, it’s a real shame. At this point even something minor to break out of the arena style would add SO much. There’s alot of studios in London… Read more »
“Since that’s why you dismissed my critique, assumedly you’ll now take to fixing the issue with gusto…”
Swampy, this may come as a surprise but hubris isn’t a virtue. The extremely high opinion that you hold of yourself…isn’t shared by others.
I get sh*t done, and projects I work on are successful. All you need to know really. As an external contractor who’s worked with a fair few different producers, have a better view than most. There’s a wide range of different working styles. NGC’s is the most interesting tbh – the use of light contact instead of full non-contact stage fighting is, different. It does make me question the lack of interest in the camera work within fights though – you loose 99% of the difficulty of selling shots, why don’t the cameras move more?! I can lend you a… Read more »
Swampy, this may come as a surprise but hubris isn’t a virtue. The extremely high opinion that you hold of yourself…isn’t shared by others.
100% agree with everything Bert mentioned, but for me, it’s the sheer hypocrisy on display. We know that upon being rejected by NGC, Swampy started to work with a direct competitor who will remain nameless. A competitor that has literally been regurgitating the same film over and over for a decade. And now he trolls NGC with complaints of being formulaic? If the NGC episodes are so formulaic and boring for him, why does he keep watching? Why would you pay for something that you apparently don’t really like except if you’re downloading them for free? My intention isn’t to… Read more »
I’m a contractor, why would I be loyal to a single producer?! All about who’s got work, don’t particularly care on the context – doing the job right is my solo goal. Bluestone does also have an overarching storyline – plus, there is a decent level of quality. Their issue is they always work to fulfill a specific list of fetishes, some people are fine with that – however NGC are supposedly more artistic, a higher standard to be compared to. Formulaic is a problem with most SHiP vids. Every producer I’ve worked with has a similar issue. It’s the… Read more »
Hello, I first of all want to say I am sorry for the confusion but I wanted to Clarify that the “Todd” that commented on this post was not me. I am actually a fan of NGC. They do top quality work and have some amazing looking models. I have nothing but the utmost respect for anyone that tries to do Superheroine videos. Because as grateful as we all are for all of our customers, there is always people out there that would do something different, or whatever. All feedback is welcome but to anyone that wants to post about… Read more »
Heroine Peril never seem to post here. Why is that?
“LordSnot” We hope to start posting here now. We posted our most recent video here a couple weeks ago. I’m grateful to be allowed to post here and I thank you all for your support.
Man, wish she would forget the pantyhose for just one video. She is beautiful, as are all NGC actresses.
Great news !
And the perfect girl to kick off the season! Mah Celestia!
OH…MY…GOD!!!! NGC Season Four!!??!!?? Amazing news!!!