Vir is one of my favorite characters in the series. He plays the role of a good guy caught up and partially trapped in a morally bankrupt system. But he manages to keep his innocence which Londo says he envies him for. In the end Vir is rewarded for his pure heart (or hearts if you can get that) he shows he is not as much of a pushover as everyone thinks him and he climbs the system higher and higher. He evades the Drahk and finally is made Emperor and can bring his people back on track.
He also has the most dramatic change of character over the course of the series; in Season 1..he is a _complete_ snivelling, inept worm, to put it kindly.
@Eldeecue No idea what a Yor is but I agree, like Londo observes in this, he's finally learned to stand up for himself and not take lip from anyone. He's finally ready to take Londo's position.
Vir sure did have his moments. Mostimes he would be his meek, mild self, but sometimes, when he was super ticked off by something or someone, he would stand up and be unaffraid.
yeah, thats why the quiet ones are so scary, we just sit down and take it, right up until we snap, but its really hard to tell how much room you have to push people before they do snap, then chairs start flying and people pull swords.
Some years ago I met Stephen on a convention in Cologne, Germany (I was there as a con helper), and one evening he spent with a bunch of us guys in the hotel bar (no alcohol for him, due to his diabetes) - he really seems to be a great chap and it was a pleasure talking with him about everything and nothing, just hanging out, having a nice time.
Back then, at least, he was handling himself and the illness pretty well.
I was a fan of him before, and since that evening I'm a BIG fan.
Aw Vir is great :o) I'm a huge fan of his! I've not read the books myself. But I understand he's eventually instrumental in ridding Centuri Prime of the Drahk, after escaping the 'keeper' that was intended for him. What a guy :o))))
I always liked Vir and to me he is the real hero of the entire series! I loved his innocent naivete!
How people around Vir thought of him a weak and foolish person just because he was kind, trustworthy, polite and not wanting to hurt anyone or anyone's feelings!
Reminds me of what an old teacher of mine said to me once: "To be good is to be stupid in our days"!
the reason i know is because i just watched it tonight! i've bought the box set of everything B5 and have watched almost all back to back from season 1. i'm just finishing off season 5 now.
There are some important lessons in this show thats for sure!
@VengeanceMkII : definitely season 4 or 5. stephen furst, vir's actor, is looking thinner and zack is wearing the IAS uniform, so it's after garibaldi quit.
" Wanna discuss this again, spoo for brains! ? ".
Just like a lot of quiet, unassuming guys, if you push him too far, too much, he'll push back & attack your fruit stand with a ceremonial sword..... & smush fruit on you forehead.
" The meek shall inherit the Earth, but the grumpy get promoted when they show that they can have the nads to stand up when pushed hard enough " !!!!!!!
Sorry for posting again, on severa videos - but I'm also glad that Vir got his wish of staring up at a headless Morgan in the Royal Palace for the crimes Morgan committed for the Shadows. Gives him a sense of turning into a hardened politician, not the weak minded character he started in season 1.
His character certainly did mature through the series. There is a short scene with Vir sitting at the bar with Lennier, drinking a Shirley Temple. I guess he took Dean Wormer's advice. "Fat drunk and stupid is no way to go through life, son"
I like Vir, although when I first saw the series as it premiered, I didn't much like him. But I'm glad that he changed as the B5 story progressed and has a happy ending as the emporer of the Centauric Republic. After all his bad fortune with Londo, I'm glad he he didn't just disappear into obscurity.
I love how former B5 security chief ends up working forhim also. Shows a bond between the characters that you never expected through the series.
"perhaps some kind of obscure alien fruit that makes a strange sound when squished?"
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Ahhh! ... but to the Centauri , the appearance and sounds of the 'alien grapes' is quite humorous so one must understand that it was actually in fact using the appropraite fruit for the moment ... LOL
Hilarious scene ... the revenge of Vir is as sweet as wine from the grapes on the vine ! HAHA
I dunno... I kinda feel the comedy of this scene would have been better served if Vir had squashed a bunch of bananas, or some kiwifruit onto the Drazi's head.
The grapes don't work as well as those would, I think.
Unsheath's one of Lando's Sword's Just need to borrow this i'll be right back. Then Proceds to hack and slash the foodstand. Babylon 5 is Such a Great show.
This is a great scene here where Vir Cotto gets pissed off cause of that Drazi insulting him. Vir doesn't take any crap from the Drazi. I think that Vir will make a great ambassador and later on emperor.
-rubs grapes in the guy's face- You go, Vir! <3 he's so cute lol
OneDayWeAreFree 2 weeks ago
I heart Vir! Go and get that "Spoo for brains!"
Cassadinegirlaz 2 months ago
spoo for brains
pearsonm957 3 months ago
Oh my god I need to watch this who series again!!!
BeccaDu 4 months ago 2
lol the look of pride in Londo!! Priceless....
dinosaurssayni 4 months ago
"Vir, what are you doing?"
*grabs sword off wall* "Just need to borrow this, be back in a minute."
Vir, angry, yet casual at the same time.
Jokie155 4 months ago 2
Vir's evolution is amazing throughout the series.
Edohiguma 4 months ago 2
@Edohiguma Vir is freaking epic.
LakeofGlass 3 months ago
now he is a man
shockwave2004 5 months ago
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saw this today. Classic!
BMWM3GTRLOVER 5 months ago
You don't fuck with Vir Cotto.
Eldeecue 7 months ago
Vir is awesome
funkmystar 7 months ago
'''Wanna finish our little conversation spew for brains?'' Good lines for Vir.
michaelhviper 8 months ago
@michaelhviper Not spew, Spoo.
a15a12a12a12a12a12 6 months ago
Fairly sure Londo is trying not to double over laughing at that point.
Penningtontj 8 months ago
Love it!
PaulCastle001 8 months ago
Vir is one of my favorite characters in the series. He plays the role of a good guy caught up and partially trapped in a morally bankrupt system. But he manages to keep his innocence which Londo says he envies him for. In the end Vir is rewarded for his pure heart (or hearts if you can get that) he shows he is not as much of a pushover as everyone thinks him and he climbs the system higher and higher. He evades the Drahk and finally is made Emperor and can bring his people back on track.
LordGodsServant 9 months ago
@LordGodsServant
He also has the most dramatic change of character over the course of the series; in Season 1..he is a _complete_ snivelling, inept worm, to put it kindly.
By the end of the series, he's Yor.
Eldeecue 7 months ago
@Eldeecue No idea what a Yor is but I agree, like Londo observes in this, he's finally learned to stand up for himself and not take lip from anyone. He's finally ready to take Londo's position.
LordGodsServant 7 months ago
@LordGodsServant
Do a youtube search for "Yor Hunter from the Future"...mostly its the outrageous 70s theme song that's key. : )
Eldeecue 7 months ago
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Grapes: 50 cents
Sword: $150.00
Vir standing up for himself and his people against the Drazi: PRICELESS!!
TechnoMageB5 10 months ago
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TechnoMageB5 10 months ago
lol love this
SifuJavis 11 months ago
Vir sure did have his moments. Mostimes he would be his meek, mild self, but sometimes, when he was super ticked off by something or someone, he would stand up and be unaffraid.
ricklude 11 months ago
For the longest time I wanted to know why my dad named our obese Chihuahua Vir... now I think I know.
KaylaMariexxo 1 year ago 5
@KaylaMariexxo I named my Long Wild Haired Chihuahua Londo.
recarn8 8 months ago
Now that was Vir's best moment.
NateSean 1 year ago
Vir is a BAMF. =D
Ithilwen22 1 year ago 3
Love it!!!! One of the best scene in babylon 5!
alterminifahrer 1 year ago
Londo has a look that says "Today my son is a man!"
Also, "Spoo for brains." Bwahahahaha
fatibel42 1 year ago 11
One of my many favourite b5 scenes
babylon218 1 year ago
Londo looking proudly at Vir for finally fighting back...awesome
yugikid3 1 year ago
GO Vir!!!!
RiceBowlBunny 1 year ago
@RiceBowlBunny Amen! Vir rules!
KnightInExile7 1 year ago
Simply wonderful!
I still love this show!!!
macman1138 1 year ago
"Want to finish our little conversation, spoo-for-brains?"
Big. Time. LOL.
kyriotsu 1 year ago
Oh yes. Oh YES!
PaulCastle001 1 year ago
Vir goes Postall
mattmanganon 1 year ago
Ah, Vir... We love you so.
ShyDaniel2112 1 year ago
*draws sword*
"Where are you going?"
"I'll be right back, I just have to borrow this for a minute."
gatedude07 1 year ago 5
FTW
NathanielBolt 1 year ago
This makes S5 worth watching.
msanniemc 1 year ago
I just love Londos face after Vir's little display. Best grin ever :)
Johmpa 1 year ago 3
woot! go vir!
ginsengaddict 1 year ago
ITS FLOUNDER!
GriggsC123 1 year ago
yeah, thats why the quiet ones are so scary, we just sit down and take it, right up until we snap, but its really hard to tell how much room you have to push people before they do snap, then chairs start flying and people pull swords.
iamnuff1992 2 years ago 4
@iamnuff1992 i totally agree with you there, i tell every one leave the quiet ones alone but noooo they dont listen and this is what happens LOL.
thedarkprinceVvvvV 10 months ago
Looks like I'm not the only Vir fan. :) What a guy.
msanniemc 2 years ago 3
Whoa, Vir lost weight! I'm only up to Season 3, and he's still pretty portly.
oldbluescott 2 years ago
Stephen Furst was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and lost 80 lbs to save his life, between seasons 3 and 4.
eldersprig 2 years ago 2
Well, good for him! I hope he's all right.
oldbluescott 2 years ago
Some years ago I met Stephen on a convention in Cologne, Germany (I was there as a con helper), and one evening he spent with a bunch of us guys in the hotel bar (no alcohol for him, due to his diabetes) - he really seems to be a great chap and it was a pleasure talking with him about everything and nothing, just hanging out, having a nice time.
Back then, at least, he was handling himself and the illness pretty well.
I was a fan of him before, and since that evening I'm a BIG fan.
commanderkruge 2 years ago 2
Sounds like the actor is as swell a guy as the character.
oldbluescott 2 years ago
Aw Vir is great :o) I'm a huge fan of his! I've not read the books myself. But I understand he's eventually instrumental in ridding Centuri Prime of the Drahk, after escaping the 'keeper' that was intended for him. What a guy :o))))
johnjnukemsheridan 2 years ago 4
I must have missed this episode, so I'll definately break out the dvd later later this morning.
gribae 2 years ago
Londo was really popping his buttons with pride.
Like watching a son go through a rite of passage !!
knoxvilleguy2 2 years ago 50
DId Zack comment at the hearing that Londo was like a proud papa
recarn8 1 year ago
It wouldn't surprise me one bit !!!!! Vir had balls under that meek center !
knoxvilleguy2 1 year ago
Balls of Steel!!!!!
recarn8 1 year ago 2
damn straight !!! Go, Vir !! Whoo - hoo !!
knoxvilleguy2 1 year ago 2
Yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
recarn8 1 year ago
@recarn8 : Too bad we don't have a kick - ass series like B5 now. BSG was great, but B5 got there first. RDM's Galactica used some ideas from B5.
knoxvilleguy2 1 year ago 2
@recarn8 Yes, he did.
PeterBluth 1 year ago
@PeterBluth I thought so but it is further on in the show... I love Vir and Londo.. They were my favs from the start of the show...
recarn8 1 year ago
The quiet guy will usually get revenge in some way or other, & usually enjoys giving back in equal measure.
knoxvilleguy2 2 years ago 4
Most people always seem to underestimate the 'little guy'. Push 'em long enough and one day he'll get their revenge ten-fold.
gribae 2 years ago 4
It's called " Karma ", & Karma gets kinda punchy..... !!
I always liked Vir.
knoxvilleguy2 2 years ago
Your are right brav0wing....I loved Vir... Sometimes Ignorance is bliss and less stressful
recarn8 2 years ago 3
I always liked Vir and to me he is the real hero of the entire series! I loved his innocent naivete!
How people around Vir thought of him a weak and foolish person just because he was kind, trustworthy, polite and not wanting to hurt anyone or anyone's feelings!
Reminds me of what an old teacher of mine said to me once: "To be good is to be stupid in our days"!
brav0wing 2 years ago 5
good boy
made londo a proud daddy or something
schnarchnase1987 2 years ago 4
1:07
'nuff said!
Lerrinus 2 years ago
"Something i can do for you vir?"
"No i just need to borrow this for a minuet, i'll be right back!"
haha love it !
Vexdreama 2 years ago 4
Which episode is this from. I have the entire series but just can't recall this scene.
Shirotora1979 2 years ago
This is from episode 14 of Season 5, "Meditations on the Abyss."
LiberorumDeus 2 years ago
heed this video with caution
never mess with the quiet guy
Dedokai32 2 years ago 2
Vir is definitly my favourite character.
Well I also like Marcus, but he's only in the show for, 2 series? or 3?
Soldierlozer 2 years ago 4
"What happened to Vir?"
"Oh I promoted him. Now, now he is ready to be the ambassador for the Centauri"
Fantastic 5/5
Shadowstrom 2 years ago 8
Does anyone know how you rip clips from a dvd like this? i want to make a collection of clips from various episodes a sort of fan vid if you like.
WHAT I DO NOT WANT TO DO is rip the whole dvds and sell them off, which is what the paranoid mindset would have us all believe.
please someone tell me how i can make some clips!? preferably some free software!?
123drive 2 years ago
What Season is this clip from?
Lyle134 2 years ago
Season 5 I think? Londo was preparing to step down as ambassador and step up to a new position. I think this would have been late in the run.
VengeanceMkII 2 years ago 10
yep season 5 episode 14 about half an hour in.
the reason i know is because i just watched it tonight! i've bought the box set of everything B5 and have watched almost all back to back from season 1. i'm just finishing off season 5 now.
There are some important lessons in this show thats for sure!
123drive 2 years ago
@VengeanceMkII : The final season which, yeah, I think was 5.
Astrostevo 1 year ago
@VengeanceMkII : definitely season 4 or 5. stephen furst, vir's actor, is looking thinner and zack is wearing the IAS uniform, so it's after garibaldi quit.
ginsengaddict 11 months ago
@VengeanceMkII
Correct.This is from Season 5. I love it soo much, made me laugh very hard!
"Just need to borrow this..."
SMASH!
Entilzha666 8 months ago
@VengeanceMkII season 6. I know because that's the only season I haven't seen.
Jallorn 6 months ago
@Jallorn There were only 5 seasons.
a15a12a12a12a12a12 6 months ago
@a15a12a12a12a12a12 Right, got that mixed up. I think I put 6 because season 4 was originally going to be two seasons.
Jallorn 6 months ago
" Wanna discuss this again, spoo for brains! ? ".
Just like a lot of quiet, unassuming guys, if you push him too far, too much, he'll push back & attack your fruit stand with a ceremonial sword..... & smush fruit on you forehead.
knoxvilleguy2 2 years ago 4
If I've seen that happen once, I've seen it happen a thousand times.
Bfdidc 2 years ago
" The meek shall inherit the Earth, but the grumpy get promoted when they show that they can have the nads to stand up when pushed hard enough " !!!!!!!
Whaddya think ?
knoxvilleguy2 2 years ago 3
0:59 and Londo's "WTF?"-expression..
kimnice 2 years ago 5
It is awesome.
WhereforeArt 2 years ago 3
great misunderstanding 1:19 XD
theshadowbehindme 2 years ago
Just love how he's so casual... "just need to borrow this for a minute.." XD
Alimistar 2 years ago 6
"What happened to Vir?"
"I promoted him. Now.....now, he is ready to be the Ambassador for the Centauri!"
Progressive75 2 years ago 41
Go Vir!!
theninjaweirdo 2 years ago
Bravo, Vir!!!
peskylisa 2 years ago
kick his ass Vir!! XD
BlackOmega9 3 years ago
its so funny when vir loses his temper XD
barmyguy900 3 years ago
NEIDERMEYERRRR!!!
jimjimellell 3 years ago 2
Sorry for posting again, on severa videos - but I'm also glad that Vir got his wish of staring up at a headless Morgan in the Royal Palace for the crimes Morgan committed for the Shadows. Gives him a sense of turning into a hardened politician, not the weak minded character he started in season 1.
gribae 3 years ago 3
His character certainly did mature through the series. There is a short scene with Vir sitting at the bar with Lennier, drinking a Shirley Temple. I guess he took Dean Wormer's advice. "Fat drunk and stupid is no way to go through life, son"
jimjimellell 3 years ago
Please forgive my correction but his name is Morden, not Morgan.
Mr. Morden.
VengeanceMkII 3 years ago 4
A small error on my part. Both names sound similar to me, so excuse the mistake. But you're right, it is Morden.
gribae 3 years ago
@VengeanceMkII Well, to be absolutely precise, a computer graphic in one episode makes it clear he is Dr. Morden.
papercutpictures 1 year ago
You might have seen his role as "Flounder" in "Animal House" The two characters are alike.
jimjimellell 3 years ago
I like Vir, although when I first saw the series as it premiered, I didn't much like him. But I'm glad that he changed as the B5 story progressed and has a happy ending as the emporer of the Centauric Republic. After all his bad fortune with Londo, I'm glad he he didn't just disappear into obscurity.
I love how former B5 security chief ends up working forhim also. Shows a bond between the characters that you never expected through the series.
gribae 3 years ago
This is my favourite scene in B5 ever!
MasterChiefMachinima 3 years ago 4
Vir should have taken a Titanium brick to that fools dome!
Calinks 3 years ago
Londo: Something I can do for you Vir?
Vir: *Grabs sword* No, just need to borrow this for a minute, be right back.
I love this scene, Londo is the perfect proud father at the end.
Lonovavir 3 years ago 4
"perhaps some kind of obscure alien fruit that makes a strange sound when squished?"
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Ahhh! ... but to the Centauri , the appearance and sounds of the 'alien grapes' is quite humorous so one must understand that it was actually in fact using the appropraite fruit for the moment ... LOL
Hilarious scene ... the revenge of Vir is as sweet as wine from the grapes on the vine ! HAHA
pugcasso 3 years ago
I dunno... I kinda feel the comedy of this scene would have been better served if Vir had squashed a bunch of bananas, or some kiwifruit onto the Drazi's head.
The grapes don't work as well as those would, I think.
TallboyDave 3 years ago
Yeah I personally think the grapes weren't comedic enough... perhaps some kind of obscure alien fruit that makes a strange sound when squished?
VengeanceMkII 3 years ago
i love when vir grabs the sword and says can i borrow this for a mkinuete and ill be right back i almost cried i was laughing so hard
HatsaharuSohma22 3 years ago
Note the look of pride on Londo's face.... :-)
Progressive75 3 years ago 7
Yes! We're all so proud of you, Vir!
Hahah Londo rules
Lighterfluidmaster 3 years ago 2
lol, I love Londo standing at the back looking really pleased... :D
aliceazzo 4 years ago 7
Spoo-for-brains LOL XD
Babylon2260 4 years ago
Drazi spy reversing his tune of contempt after Vir thrashes his food stand: priceless.
Zack Allan standing a bit annoyed while Londo boasts proudly of Vir's new diplomatic credentials: more priceless.
cangeloc127 4 years ago 10
LMAO! I remember this scene! Vir is so awesome!
Lynnianaa 4 years ago
You know what's really sad?
I've wanted to do something similar.
Bronasaxon 4 years ago 5
We've all wanted to do something similar.
FaxModem1 2 years ago 3
Unsheath's one of Lando's Sword's Just need to borrow this i'll be right back. Then Proceds to hack and slash the foodstand. Babylon 5 is Such a Great show.
thrawn323 4 years ago 10
Just classic... ha ha....
hcvang 4 years ago
LOL Go Vir Go!
EvolutionStratus 4 years ago
RAAAAAAAAAH!
sonicfreak8 4 years ago
I absolutely love this scene!! I've seen every episode, but I can't remember which one this is from. Please tell me! :)
ladylove1972 4 years ago
O.o I can't remember. Most likely in Season 5 after Londo recieved word of him soon to become emperor but far before the Regent dies.
VengeanceMkII 4 years ago
Meditations on the Abyss from Season 5
Babylon2260 4 years ago
great clip.
TR000PA 4 years ago
LOL
Kaigun06 4 years ago
This is a great scene here where Vir Cotto gets pissed off cause of that Drazi insulting him. Vir doesn't take any crap from the Drazi. I think that Vir will make a great ambassador and later on emperor.
jeffman52001 4 years ago
I love Vir! =D
Speedbreaker 4 years ago
spoo-for-brains! hahahaha
ArisMSung 4 years ago 2
I love this scene. He just nonchalantley comes in and takes the sword. Love it.
I really like the one where Londo is attacking that bug in his quarters.
"I need to kill it before it develops language skills."
abraxas365 4 years ago
LOL I remember that one too!
Babylon2260 4 years ago
I just love the look on Londo's face at the very end. He looks so much like a father or older brother! lol!
spectre111 4 years ago
Well Zack did say he looked like a very happy dad.
VengeanceMkII 4 years ago