If you haven’t yet discovered the enchanting world of Adventure Time, or if this animated series simply isn’t your cup of tea, it’s safe to say that you’re missing out on something truly special. For eight years now, the thrilling escapades of Finn the human and Jake the dog have captivated a vast audience.
I must admit, my love for this show surpasses even my fondness for eating, sleeping, breathing, and playing Minecraft Pocket Edition. Fortunately, I no longer need to choose! That’s because Cartoon Network is set to release a new episode featuring Minecraft PE – “Lemons and Diamonds”!
To celebrate this monumental occasion, I arranged an interview with Adam Muto, one of the creators behind our beloved Adventure Time. Did I manage to conduct the interview without revealing my status as a super fan? Absolutely not! But who cares about that? The creator of such a fantastic show is like a deity to me!
TOM: Hi Adam! Do you play Minecraft PE?
ADAM: Of course! However, we needed to involve much more experienced players to create this episode. Pendleton Ward, Pat McHale, and Cole Sanchez have been avid players for quite some time. We spent any free moments discussing Minecraft PE. When working on the episode, we relied heavily on their gaming experiences.
TOM: The artistic style in this cartoon is stunning. Did you explore different styles specifically for this episode before settling on this one?
ADAM: Definitely. Initially, we reached out to several artists (Matt Cummings, Alex Svenwald, and Joe Sparrow) to gather various styles. We also received guidance from Mojang, who insisted that the episode shouldn’t resemble the game too closely. Ultimately, we chose the approach suggested by Joe Sparrow. I believe it perfectly blends the essence of both the game and the show, so he worked on all other aspects of the episode as well.
TOM: What inspired you to create this type of episode?
ADAM: We really wanted to merge two completely different worlds within the cartoon. I hope we succeeded.
My personal motivation was somewhat different. I had been working on the final season of the show, so I was eager to bring together everyone involved in the series. I wanted to include as many of my colleagues as possible in this episode.
Hanna K. Nystrom and Anna Siverstson wrote the storyboard for the episode. Like Minecraft PE, Hanna and Anna hail from Sweden, which is a fascinating coincidence.
TOM: In the short clip you released, we spotted diamonds, skeletons, and crafting elements. What else can we expect?
ADAM: We didn’t intend for the cartoon to be just a big reference to the game, but there are plenty of game elements included, such as bone meal, sheep, zombies, and more. They appear as regular parts of the world without drawing too much attention. The only exceptions are the added mobs, like Endermen or someone riding a pig. Overall, it’s a typical episode of our show, but we aimed to capture the game’s atmosphere.
TOM: Fans of the show often praise the developers for their attention to detail. Can we expect the same level of care in the new episode?
ADAM: The short video we released contains numerous Easter eggs. The creators managed to sneak in quite a few hidden gems.
TOM: Is it really possible to fit so much into an 11-minute episode?
ADAM: We certainly made every effort to do so.
TOM: Each season introduces a plethora of episodes with entirely new art styles. What motivated you to start incorporating these changes?
ADAM: These episodes allow us to collaborate with people we’ve admired for years. We also love diversity, which is why we incorporate such variations.
TOM: Which episode of the show is your favorite? Just don’t say the one about Minecraft PE, although that would make a great quote for my article.
ADAM: “Lemons and Diamonds” is definitely my favorite episode!
TOM: What’s your favorite aspect of working on the show?
ADAM: This is my dream job. It’s a chance to collaborate with some of the most talented artists in the industry.
Thank you, Adam! Don’t miss this episode; be sure to check it out!
