Little Pistol | Legends: Darkstalker | Wings of Fire

[@JpodTM]

Hi, background artist here, first off i wanna say holy macaroni on a stick i didn't expect this much of a reaction 😭Thank you all for the amazing comments! The two years of struggle were worth it if you ask me. Also, there will most likely be behind the scenes and gags for this project I'm excited to announce that there will be more! Animatics, AUs, and more coming eventually. That includes an animatic of Dede's OC's (and some of mine) just like this one! As well as a short animation of her favorite chilly, hot-headed Canon character Prince Winter But most excitedly, an upcoming storyboarded MAP of our favorite little burning pile of rage: Peril! Keep an eye out for that! and that's all!

[@Its.ellihere]

LOVE IT!! 🔥🔥 HECK YEAH!! ❤️❤️

[@foxyfoxier1817]

Yo it is against phyrria’s laws the way that you do so good.

[@avacornthelastponybender8583]

Arctic: ~mates with a NightWing~ Darkstalker: ~looks like a NightWing~ Arctic: "This Sin shall not be forgiven"

[@LienzodeLórien]

Lit😂

[@SaxophoneSeal]

THIS IS WILDLY UNDERRATED, the expressions are immaculate, the backgrounds are captivating, the animation is stellar and the dramatic moments hit so unbelievably hard!

[@veronica3662]

THIS IS SO GOOD WHAT?? The storytelling of both tragedies is so incredible and the expressions are right on spot! I love this so much

[@tinydragongaming2496]

How many times have u watched this? Me: *Y E S*

[@scug-jn4my]

the beats of intensity of action to the song's intensity are matched up so well! all of legends: darkstalker is done so well here, it's so goddamn cool omg also oml you do the horror of arctic ripping out his tongue WAY better than any other piece of fanart i've personally seen. that made me legitimately shudder. chills!

[@zummerka7848]

Turtle at the end made me laugh so hard I can’t-

[@foxyfoxier1817]

The shock on his face after seeing a freaking old dragon climb out of an HOLE is astounding

[@jkbots]

i absolutely love this so much like omg thiss deserves atleast 1 mill views and you deserve 10k subs

[@alexg6156]

Okay, so I get that you're still new to the WoF scene and it's only been a day, but it's a crime that this has only 400 views. Your transitions, where you chose to put each scene, the shots, the pacing-- you don't just make good art, you present it to us in a way that adds to the experience. Not a lot of people know how to do that. I don't usually subscribe to animation channels, especially small ones, but I'm excited to see where you go next.

[@huitzi-quetzal1422]

Almost 60k now. This commented aged like wine 🎉

[@oakenshadow6763]

I feel bad for Albatros. He did so much and was still treated poorly. And Darkstalker just wanted a dad. I really wonder if things could be better if they were treated better.

[@kaliido_scope]

Holy shit, this is utterly magnificent. I am so in love with how you seamlessly flowed Albatross’ and Darkstalker’s downfalls together. The tweening and animation work so well together. The pace is great too, everything builds so wonderfully. The choice of imagery is really original in some places, I love when Darkstalker’s symbolized evil consumes the web of timelines, how Lagoon’s head falls into pool and makes the fountain flow red, Albatross’ furious snarl after finally letting out years of anger is SO COOL UGHHH. AND WHEN HE DIES AND YOU SEE HIM TAKE HIS LAST BREATHES AAAAGH. I’m in love with this video but I’m very in love with the Albatross stuff in particular. Amazing job you two.

[@MakiNishiguchi]

In the book, Lagoon’s head does actually fall in the fountain. And it was written that the fountain turned blood red subsequently. It’s really cool how precise and accurate some of the artists’ scenes are in this piece!

[@gustaveliasson5395]

Years? In WoF, 150 years isn't an unreachable lifespan for a dragon, and Albatross was middle-aged-ish by the time of the banquet massacre. Li'l guy was abused by his sister (and the rest of the royal court and seawing society at large) for *decades* at least. And then Fathom showed up, and Lagoon immediately became completely unmoored. Albatross was old, and Fathom young. Albatross was ugly, at least by seawing standards, and Fathom looked normal. Albatross took his sweet time planning all of his enchantments (a.k.a. stalling, because he knew that the quicker he worked, the more work Lagoon would pile onto him). Meanwhile, Fathom was downright *enthusiastic* about getting to do maglc for the queen. With Fathom as Lagoon's new toy, Albatross would fade into irrelevance. All those years spent trying to repent for that one accident with the seashells... it was all in vain. A monster he was, a monster was all he would *EVER* be allowed to be, and once he was gone, a monster was how he would be remembered in the history books. By the Queen's orders, probably. It's no wonder that Alby's mind broke once he started to *truly* understand his situation. It's too bad that, in his rage, he came to see Fathom as a rival rather than what he was; simply the next in line to be used and abused by Lagoon as she saw fit. At least we can all be happy that before he died, Albatross managed to unintentionally save his grandson from becoming Lagoon's new plaything.

[@Fern_Shad3]

THIS IS AMAZING AND OMG I LOVE MOTHER MOTHER AHHH

[@drewlabourene]

I love this❣️❣️❣️This is amazing❣️❣️❣️

[@Pyralis]

Also, the transition at 1:55 Bruh???? The 3D fountain took me by surprise!. Like, many things took me by surprise on howl well it was timed, like Arctic's rip moment and the fountain spewing up blood before all hell breaks loose. Im in love with this!

[@ahaahbahoo1821]

I DIDNT EVEN KNOW IT WAS 3D GOD THIS IS SO WELL DONE

[@elijahjenkins965]

Queen coral asked turtle to do something. He had to log off.

[@Orcasauruss]

Holy crap this is insane, great work

[@axotheaxolotl3524]

WHY IS THIS THE DEFINITION OF UNDERRATED!?!?,.! I CANT STOP WATCHING IT AND IT ONLY HAS 2000 VEIWS AND 300 LIKES!??!?!?!?!?!?!! I DONT WANNA LIKE IT TWICE I WANT MY ENTIRE LIKED VIDEOS PLAYLIST TO BECOME THIS OVER AND OVERANDOVERADNGERGOFBTVHNBFBH

[@Bellasaurus]

I LOVE THIS!!!

[@Siggi_The_Land_Shark]

This is probably one of the best Wings of Fire AMV's I've ever seen personally. The Visuals and the expressions etc. Good job!

[@TopsyTriceratops]

Hard to find a video on both tragedies, and I think you did it perfectly. Lots of frames, great expressions, and the showing of each one's struggle especially Albatross hits hard. Like he LOOKS like the definition of postal; flaring nostrils and all when he snaps. Was curious how you'd show Arctic's end, but I completely understand leaving it to the imagination with how ... brutal his death is in comparison! And Albatross still breathing his last gasps of air as he seemingly regains some sanity watching Fathom heal Indigo really hurts. Tons more to be said about details, but man so many already made that point better than I could. Look forward to more, subscribed!

[@AstralTheNightwing]

this might be my newfavorite wof amv honestly

[@n.b.eskerata1678]

This video gets a thousand views a week! Well deserved!

[@fireflytherainwing242]

YOU ARE CRIMINALLY UNDERREATED WHAT⁉️ This was an amazing animatic and it really highlights the emotional moments and sad tale of Darkstalker Legenends.

[@pyritepawz]

HOLY. COW. i could write an entire essay on how beautifully executed this project is. everything from the ingenious pacing to the animation itself to each character and their expressions and body language, you can feel the emotion radiating from this peice and it’s absolutely incredible. amazing, amazing work!!!!

[@vibingthings]

WOA! THIS IS AMAZING!

[@SilverScroll]

wh- WHAT A MASTERPIECE, by all the moons!!!

[@wipeout157]

The CHILLS

[@redthedeathgripper7098]

Ik there are already a ton of comments here but WTF! I This is seriously underrated! I love this song sm, and I still don’t know how you did the perspective effects like with the water fountain!

[@Licominga]

thank you! i simply tinkered with transformation for a while and mentally studied how objects would move to appear 3D until it worked

[@Nothinghere90122]

2:27 Albatross gave me goosebumps 🥶 Besides that, the process of the story written in an animation is passed is such a good way besides the amazing my art the well put together story telling is just amazing ❤️ I'm genuinely mad a youtube for not giving the recognition this channel deserves... This channel has inspired me to make a MAP or future projects, I hope you make it big on yt ❤️ 🙏🙌💖

[@Nothinghere90122]

Also, I just found out that Albatross looks like the moon from the legend of Zelda Majoras mask

[@Licominga]

HOLY SHIT HE DOES

[@amphapuppy]

This is soo good! It deserves more likes!

[@EarthReal.]

I just wanna say, this is the most beautifull wof amv i have ever seen. The editing, the way everything aligns, and the way you can tell what the dragons are thinking or are feeling is amazing.

[@BudgieAnimations]

Ok, but this is *criminally* underrated.

[@Spyrocine]

Wow am I late to the party but WOOOOOOOWWWWWW seriously! Specifically the way the visuals match the energy and lyrics of the music PERFECTLY. The sudden bursts on unexpected thrill are masterfly taken advantage of. VERY well done!

[@voidfloof]

THIS IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!

[@scripton686]

YAAASS QUEEEENN YIU’RE MY BABY AND I’M SO PROUD OF YOUUU!!! ❤❤

[@JpodTM]

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[@claudiahyde1656]

Saw this and immediately subscribed before the intro was even over.

[@azitascales]

THAT BIT WIT THE TONGUE WAS SO DAMN COOL FOR NO REASON BRAH🔥🔥🔥 KEEP IT UP‼️

[@TrickyTalon23]

Masterpiece. Masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece. I imagine this took so long to make but it easily qualifies as one of the most magnificent WOF animatics I have ever seen in my life (and I have seen a whole lot of them, trust me). If this is the kind of top notch stuff viewers can except from this channel then I can only imagine the heights it will soar to. And if not, then I am eternally grateful fans like me were blessed to get to see this.

[@quakerstudios889]

Absolutely amazing, Darkstalkers legend is my favorite book ever this is just so underrated your so talented!

[@drgoness4922]

Hi why is this so good

[@Swordstrike]

CRIMINALLY UNDERRATED ANIMATOR ALERT THE WAY IT GOES TO DARKSTALKER'S POV AT THE END AND HE CLOSES HIS EYES AND THE CAMERA MOVEMENT WHEN HE FALLS....

[@Biohazardia]

This is absolutely incredible! The storytelling worked perfectly with each part of the song, "lost my mind" when Albatross goes crazy at the party and "won't be packing little pistols" when Darkstalker falls asleep. The transitions are also incredible with zoom-outs from objects and the fountain turning red when the SeaWing queen falls in it. Genius and I can tell this was a massive labor of love!! Kudos also to your background artist as well for all those scenes!!

[@JpodTM]

Biohazardia?! Holly pepperoni, this is a huge honor! Thank you for the kind words.

[@gushingmouth5307]

it looks good i love it

[@dragonburrito527]

357 likes!!?? This is one of the most underrated WOF content videos I've seen in months!

[@KoenDraws]

Everything about this, I love

[@julesyano4337]

Oh my god this is so good, It's making me get back into wof a little bit 😭I could watch lthis so much oh ymmgmoofdoooifdoj IT SO GOOOOOOODDDDDDDDDD

[@Rosedrawing-x9q]

As a WOF fan this is so good

[@avaturchan2771]

THIS IS INCREDIBLE WOAHHH

[@Aurora-the-Voidwyrm]

Holy fuckin hell!my apologies for my language,but it should be illegal to have a dragon rubbing its chin after being hit with a magicked coconut- like how does that look so good - /pos! Also the secenes with Lagoon and her sister turning around, Darkstalker's eye dilating and Arctic grabbing his tongue are just so well done!I think the scene with Albatross just heavily breathing with this very concerning look as he turns to stare at Fathom is just so- lively?I mean....it just does the emotion so well!I hope you have a good week!

[@SaffronFire]

Holy heck you are UNDERRATED! Gosh you and Jpod did a phenomenal job - the backgrounds are gorgeous, the animation is so smooth, the expressions are AMAZINGLY DONE, and everything is just so incredibly PROFESSIONAL! Not to mention the creativity with symbolism, scenes, compositions, and just the perfect way you conveyed the story! It felt like watching Legends: Darkstalker as a TV show episode :0 I feel like I could spend hours gushing about how amazing each scene or even frame is! Overall just mind blowing work - really hope you both get the attention you deserve soon because this is a MASTERPIECE :DDD

[@JpodTM]

THANK YOU!! I'm glad you like them! ❤

[@foxyfoxier1817]

WHEN YOUR GRAND- UNCLE TRIES TO KILL YOU: 2:35 WHEN YOU TRY TO FAKE BEING SICK SO YOU DONT GO TO SCHOOL: 1:35 Edit: WHEN THE TRICK ABOVE FAILS: 2:10 then 2:12

[@AnonymousNightFury017]

Wow this is actually rlly good! I was so happy to see a MAP/AMV about Darkstalker Legends, which is my fav book in the series. Keep up the good work! ❤

[@JpodTM]

Hi! Just to prevent any confusion down the line, MAP means multiple animator project, which means multiple animators worked on an animation to produce the final product! This isn't considered to be a MAP, since the artist made the whole animation herself. I helped with the background, but that doesn't count as animation. Hope this clears things up! 😅

[@AnonymousNightFury017]

@@JpodTM Hi! Actually I do know the difference between a MAP and an AMV, but sometimes they do tend to look the same And sometimes I do tend to use the term MAP for these kinds of things and that's my fault. But I do know the difference between a MAPs and AMVs.

[@gut853]

This is literally the type of Wings of Fire animation I have always dreamed of finding. I can't believe you made the animation so fluid! Usually when people do these things, it's real choppy because in between frames are a real bitch. I can't commend you enough for how professional this looks. It is really more gorgeous and entertaining than I can put into words. Even if you never make another animation of this scale again, you should always be proud of this. Because this is a level of beauty and technical skill few indie animators ever achieve.

[@magicpancil]

OH MY GOD THIS IS SO GOOD??? IM FLABBERGHASTED IN HOW MUCH WORK WENT INTO THIS. IT TURNED OUT AMAZING!

[@Pyralis]

YOOOOOO THIS IS SO COOOOL! You match the song perfectly with the scenes bruh, I had literal chills at 2:28, it was just perfection from the buildup to all the climactic moments!! Amazing job!!!

[@JpodTM]

pYRaALIS??? /THE/ Pyralis? Wow, it's such an honor to see you here! I'm a huge fan of your works!

[@Pyralis]

@@JpodTM And I'm a fan of your work now :D

[@lyrebirb]

This is the best amv I’ve ever seen!

[@TeganRochford]

so good, it sent shivers down my spine

[@JustDuckiest]

One of my fav AMVs for one of (if not the) best WoF books

[@St4rlight0044]

oh my god this ius too good for my eyes

[@FlorekWodorek]

THE FACT THAT I FOUND THIS JUST AS I WAS REREADING DARKSTALKER LEGENDS

[@ROTPARTY]

this is phenomenal, i am begging this gets popular

[@anthonypope882]

You need more subs and views. This is criminal levels of underrated.

[@raskzak3313]

I knew this fandom hides talented artists, but I wasn't expecting such perfection It is great on every sides, I could watch this video dozens of time I wouldn't get bored !

[@anightwingcloakedinshadow5448]

W-WHA?! LEGITIMATELY HOW?! HOW ARE YOU THIS UNDERRATED, HOW ARE YOU SO GOOD AT ANIMATING. YOU LITERALLY JUST TOLD ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF WOF, AND COMPLETELY CAPTURED ALL THE EMOTIONS THAT THE READER IMAGINED THE CHARACTERS FELT, NO, HOW READERS FELT, THAT MADE THE STORY SO GOOD. I AM SO AMAZED WOW AMAZING JOB

[@bambootriangle]

this is SO INCREDIBLE!!! You should feel proud!1

[@ahaahbahoo1821]

HOLY FUCKTHIS IS GRAND, i just realized youre making burning pile too :0 TY

[@MakiNishiguchi]

Hey creator! I'd just like to tell you that this is the most beautiful art piece I have ever seen of Wings of Fire in my life. Your art is beautiful, the music sets the somber vibe of the book itself, and the expressions on the dragons' faces are harrowing. I mean wow, this is so well done. I love this so much, I've watched it so many times :D

[@JpodTM]

It's finally done .. I can now rest in peace with this beauty finally out... I loved working with you, i can't wait for the bloopers :)

[@keyperscave]

Okay but this is one of the BEST things I've ever seen! The animation and little movements bring the whole piece to life, and your expressions and art style are just so incredible!! I love all the symbolism and the side-by-side sequence with Albatross and Darkstalker. I literally cannot get over how much I adore this like Oh My Gosh the effort shows! Absolutely hit in the face with a coconut by how impressive and beautiful this AMV is. The backgrounds are gorgeous and I love the colors and effects and just like- everything!!!

[@Tyrian1]

Omg! This is amazing! You’re hella underrated!!! This better get thousands of views, or the algorithm has wronged you!

[@penguinlover583]

I just found this masterpiece today, and despite it being rather new, I’m disappointed that I haven’t found it sooner. The way the two murderous animus dragons’ stories were entwined together shows how dangerous it can be. Let alone the amazing art style that reminds me of Ren and Stimpy given the detailed wrinkles at times. Beautiful, absolutely beautiful…

[@crowcrashed]

holy shit… 2:27 gave me chills finally someone has explored the parallels between darkstalker and albatross

[@hilyasp]

Just a wow... This is actually a masterpiece, the movings, scenes, compositions and expressions is... perfect

[@scytheraptor4546]

my god man this is incredible!!

[@2Noxious4u]

this was a masterpiece, I don't say this lightly, I was watching the best movie of my life, and it was only 4 minutes, like it really told like the Legend it is, I felt like I was so immersed into the wof world, and I was a scavenger learning about the history that was centuries ago

[@tinydragongaming2496]

Omllllllllll BROOO ! This is so frikin epic AaAaAaA I love it its perfect its amazing just- **screams** YOU CANT BE THIS UNDERRATED!!!

[@papaya_draws_06]

HOLY CRAP!!! This is seriously the best WoF AMV i have EVER seen in my life!! This deserves so much more attention!!!! Phenomenal work man, omg!!!!

[@bitw00f]

Oh wow, this sums it up quite nicely! You did an amazing job with this one

[@ashleypisarts]

WOW. I’m utterly speechless. I loved every second of this. As someone who hasn’t read Darkstalker in a *while,* it was so easy to understand what was happening and that is amazing. I love the segment of the web and how Darkstalker’s villainy destroyed it. The scene where Darkstalker grasps Clearsight’s hand and she slides the bracelet over his wrist is just SO good, I don’t know how else to describe it. The SeaWing Massacre with Albatross and his story is so well done as well. Seriously, you and the background artist did a FANTASTIC job!! 💕💕💕

[@JpodTM]

Background artist here, thanks a ton! ❤

[@ashleypisarts]

@@JpodTM Of course!!

[@sunndunes]

i hope you know you just made one of the best amv adaptations of this book ive seen from this fandom because this is just INCREDIBLE

[@cervinefawn]

OH WOW THIS IS GORGEOUS!!! THE ANIMATION AND YOUR STYLE ARE BOTH SO PRETTY AND THE WAY YOU DRAW EXPRESSIONS IS AMAZING JUST EVERYTHING WOW

[@Pigeocore]

I came here from a twitter post talking about this animation and oh my god! It looks absolutley amazing! I loved every second of it, you did an amazing job

[@bunnivyx]

OMG, this is AMAZING!!! This scene right here 2:25 really stood out to me though. The lighting, composition, layout and editing are all incredible and the song works so well with the whole piece! This is Wings Of Fire fan content at its finest, just gorgeous work. I’m gonna watch this on repeat for the next 6 hours.

[@LemonLoverCockatiel]

This is absolutely incredible. The designs and characters are fabulous to look at.

[@cinnamonthesandwing]

HOLY COW THE 3D ON THE FOUNTAIN AT 1:55 BLEW ME AWAY Your composition and staging for this whole thing is fantastic and I LOVE LOVE LOVE how expressive it is

[@Fleef]

MY GOD THIS IS INCREDIBLE!!!!! little pistol is such a good song for darkstalker, and this amv brings it to life brilliantly!! i adore the parallels between albatross’ downfall and darkstalker’s downfall. especially the seawing massacre - the entire sequence captures how haunting that scene is perfectly. fantastic work!!

[@LucindaJackson-u5z]

This is actually one of my favourite animations. The whole thing is easy to follow, and it's really made to match the song, which i LOVE. I've probably watched it over 20 times this week already 😭 Edit: Oh I didn't see that this was from a year ago 😭

[@izzymelonlord]

i hope this eventually blows up. its so well done and you can really see the amount of time and work put in. idk why but i particularly love 2:49 where you timed arctic ripping out his tongue to the soft beat in the background. really nice touch!

[@dawnanimations8010]

THIS IS SO UNDERRATED. HOLY CRAP. This WILL get more views. I PROMISE. You took time to make this amazing AMV, and I am SURE it will surpass 1k views quickly.

[@tromeboneobssesion]

THIS WAS AMAZING! I love how you portrait Albatross as a none threatening character at first. I always see from animators an albatross who is already insane before the massacre which makes me sad since he was driven insane by Lagoon. Overall this is incredible

[@SpiralStormchaser]

OMG!! it is criminal how underrated you are. This is incredible. The expressions, the composition, and the colors are all so well done.

[@Anik8tion]

The way you laid out this video is absolutely stunning storytelling for these characters. The back and forth between them gave me CHILLS!! Can't wait to see more of your work, this was such a treat!

[@ЮлияЗин-з5ц]

Three moons! This is astonishing! You can see how much effort has been invested in this work. Alex G has already talked about transitions and pace. I know that AMV was released only two days ago, but it's criminal that it received so little attention.

[@GALAXIIA]

this, this is literally so amazing dudes you guys did IMMACULATE on this!! the perspectives, transitions, the style and animation, it’s all so wonderful and pleasing to look at!! All the time and effort put into this shows! i can’t stop rewatching,, props to you both, because this is a MASTERPIECE.

[@chloenovastar]

I am insane about how you guys portrayed this all… the emotions are all so powerful! And I adore how each of the characters has so much personality, and the intensity of the moments chosen… so good, really glad that long, hard work was completed! Shows some insane skill and dedication

[@fireboysquad]

holy crap this is awsome good job guys

[@eynklie5321]

That is AWSOME! It’s like the whole book Darkstalkers Legend animated into a 4 minutes video! Keep it up the great work and have a nice weekend!

[@zimbydraws]

Oh wow, this is so good. And not just because of the amazing art, the storytelling is so freaking good! Everything is so easy and clear to understand, I think even someone who's not that familiar with wof can follow the story. I'm so happy right now that this gem popped up on my recommendations!

[@hannahred8216]

This is one of the best Wings of Fire AMV’s i’ve ever seen, and I don’t say that lightly! Your composition and cinematography is incredible!

[@lizolivier3853]

This is so great aaaa! Can’t wait till I can animate, but still even then you will probably be better than me at art!