You may have noticed we've got a new face around these parts, especially if you're a keen follower of our burgeoning YouTube channel. Unfortunately, because we're horrendously disorganised we haven't done a proper introduction, so here goes: say hello to Zion, who, practically overnight, has literally doubled our video team.
Zion has already done quite a few videos already – he covered all the best couch co-op games, talked a bit about the upcoming Link's Awakening remake and has even reviewed questionable Switch accessories – so this intro does seem a little late, but we thought you might want to hear a little more about this talented chap regardless.
He sat down with our senior video producer Alex Olney (not in the same room, unfortunately, as they are separated by this big wet wobbly thing called the Atlantic Ocean) to chat about things like games, past employment and (perhaps most importantly) how to pronounce his name. Alex and Zion will be taking our video content to new heights in 2019.
You can watch the video below, and don't forget to say a massive hello to Zion in the comments section.
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So long as he isn't replacing the loveliest of all people, @Alexolney then he is more than welcome. I enjoyed his commentary in the E3 video.
Also I have to wonder if he pilots a Zaku, a Rick Dom or a Gelgoog? And if he doesn't like Gundam with a name like that, then I am immensely sad.
Hello there new video guy.
Welcome aboard! Though when I read the headline I was worried that Alex had left! Alex is too iconic to leave!
Hi Zion! All the best to you!
Always room for more!! 😄 I’ve enjoyed your videos so far! Welcome (officially)!
Good luck zion, look forward to more videos, I too was worried Alex had left
We don't take kindly to noobs around here. But in all seriousness welcome to the Nintendolife club, and i wish you nothing but the best in your new adventure.
oh well and i thought your parents were maybe Bob Marley Fans. Also i think Mario (Matinet) pronounces his name as intended
I, for one, support the new video overlord! Welcome on board Zion!
PS, I still love you Alex!
@pAq It's pronounced "Martinay" and spelled "Martinet"
Welcome @Ziondood! So far I have enjoyed all your videos, as well as the joint ones with @AlexOlney! I hope to see and enjoy more of your videos in the future!
Alex, Alex, Alex
Nice to meet you, Zion!
Now I can stop calling you Other Alex, Alex 2.0 or Alex-Who-Can-Tolerate-VR-Without-Getting-Immensely-Nauseous (or, you know, AWCTVRWGIN for short) 😉
Hello there, lovely Zion! 😁
Great to have you on the site Zion, but do remember this is a UK based site so refrain from all American pronunciations and spellings or we will chase you with torches and pitchforks.
Welcome aboard, but I’m still going to pronounce it “Zie-on”.
I, too, would like to know your thoughts on Mother 3. And pineapple as a pizza topping.
After the initial WHERE THE HECK IS ALEX phase, I see that Zion's pretty cool.
Preorder cancelled.
Woohoo!... Hello!
Ready for all the E3 New games montage trailers 😃
Heeeeeeelloooo
nurselovely peoplenew video guy.@WiltonRoots This guy better be in the E3 live chat to get acclimated to the insanity of us regulars 😂
Welcome!
MAke videos
Hope he’s not replacing Alex! And his name is definitely not pronounced “Zee-On”... it’s Ion with a Zed in front. So it’s pronounced exactly how it is spelled. Otherwise that’s just dumb.
Edit: clearly a joke.
Is Alex on the way out? Anyway he's cool but maybe get a video girl too?
Welcome @Ziondood! Have you and @AlexOlney considered making a regular podcast? I'd be well up for listening to an hour or so of game chat and rambly conversation on my commute.
welcome, Zion!
Hello there.
General Kanobi,
You are a bold one.
Welcome to the channel. You've been great so far and I hope you continue to get better!
@GutayS5 You spelt Kenobi wrong
Good to have you aboard, Zion. Just in time for E3 too.
The only thing that name makes me think is, "Colony scum"
Is he a steady 60fps?
@Mii_duck Is he 1080p? Or, dare I say it, 1440p?
Hallo! Bring it on and have fun!
@nessisonett - We'll have to wait for the Digital Foundry Alex/Zion comparison.
Hello.
I need to write more
"Sieg Zion!" -Char, probably
Sieg Zion! Sieg Zion !
American Alex. Now get a Canadian and an Australian to complete the set.
I really like Zion! He's not as loud as Alex, but that makes for a nice counter balance!
This is way overdue.
Yeah I was scared that he was replacing Alex...we need Alex to survive. It isn't a NintendoLife video without "Hello there you lovely people.", lol
I'm gonna be Iron like a Lion in Zion... I mean Zeeon
Hi and welcome.
Wow! Just like yourr name sounds like Zion from Kingdom Hearts.
@TossedLlama Nintendo should just release a Mother collection at this point. Slap a bit of a higher age rating on it if they have to and it’ll still sell fine! Hopefully Doug can find it in him to bring it over ❤️
@nessisonett You might be surprised to hear, but I’m actually 4D/3D/3D/3D.
@Ziondood If there is ever a MOTHER collection it should be released on mothers day.
Welcome to Nintendo Life Zion, looking forward to seeing what videos you and Alex come up with for us lovely people.
Hi there Zion! Don't forget the 'Hello there lovely peeeople' whenever you open up a video; this is very important for NintendoLife videos!
@ALinkttPresent always eager to learn more on this site
Is Zion from Zion?
@McDerbert I once worked with a Kyle whose name was spelled Kiel (as in the German city). Needless to say I called him Kiel. I can't be doing with the silly misspellings or mispronunciation of names these days.
@BloodyMurder you mean "Sieg Zeon" or some stuff like that?
@ilh Good work! It’s the only way they’ll learn.
They’ll be telling us the main protagonist in Resident Evil 4 is “Lion S Kennedy” next!
Awesome!! Love seeing new faces at Nintendo Life! Welcome to the family!
@Heavyarms55 If his favorite phrase isn't Sieg Zeon and his favorite suit the Zeong I will riot.
@Charinzardon It would be super funny though, if somehow he has no idea what any of us are talking about.
I might start to watch some NL videos again because I can't stand the other guy. Way too loud and the opening greeting became so grating.
During interview : "Please say - Helloo lovely peeeople - 3 times"
An American?! On my British Nintendo site?! Well this really ruffles my crumpets and someone cancel high tea for tomorrow I shall not be in the mood!
Hey nice to meet ya!
Twins. 😂
Seems like this new guy is lot cuter than Alex, and I like his voice a lot more.
Sorry to sound a bit horrid here but as happy that I am that there’s even more choice on Nintendolife for video content I only decide to watch the ones with @Alexolney in fact I’m not a huge fan of the joint ones either. I think Zion should be reporting the news for our friends in the US or provide special US updates for us in the UK/Europe for example Zion should do all the E3 announcements or games that are released in the US first
What's his hipster credit rating? He gets some for the checked shirt.
@Yosher "Hello there lovely people" is Alex's catchphrase and I think it should stay that way.
I like that Zion does his own thing.
Welcome @Ziondood. I hope you'll feel right at home within the NL youtube team, though I gotta admit I'm still saddened whenever I see a video not featuring @AlexOlney. To me, he represents NL, and it'll probably stay that way for years to come still.
Welcome aboard!
Hello! Welcome to Nintendo Life.
@countzero ''Hello there sweetie pies!''
@Ziondood welcome and best of luck.
@ALinkttPresent Indeed
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