The Guild

Editor Reviews

• Dawn Ripley

  Rating: 4

  4

  December 20, 2025

  Step into the chaotic, hilarious world of online gaming with 'The Guild'! This pioneering web series, created by and starring Felicia Day, follows the lives of a group of socially awkward, yet utterly endearing, MMORPG players who belong to the titular guild, 'The Knights of Good'. It offers a wonderfully authentic and often cringe-inducingly funny look at the quirks of online communities and the challenges of balancing virtual and real life. 'The Guild' is a truly special series because it was one of the first to successfully capture the essence of online gaming culture in a narrative format. Felicia Day's writing is sharp and witty, perfectly articulating the frustrations, triumphs, and bizarre social dynamics that come with spending hours in a virtual world. The characters are incredibly relatable, from the anxiety-ridden Cyd Sherman (Codex) to the overly enthusiastic Vork. It's a heartfelt and humorous exploration of friendship, escapism, and finding your tribe, whether that's in a fantasy realm or in the real world. A must-watch for anyone who's ever lost themselves in a game!