Why I Am Leaving Wings of Fire…

This is a decision I have been thinking about for a long time. I have put a lot of thought into this! This will be one of the more important videos on my channel. I hope to see you for the premiere 🩷
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[@SleepyGemstone]

I would like to add some clarification! Please read this before commenting!! In “reason 1” I mention how i planned to leave WoF after growing a following. I would like to clarify that I do NOT mean I am using WoF or the fandom for clout. What I mean by this is that I was waiting to find more people with similar interests and people who are more interested in my personal work. I also used to really love WoF when I started drawing from the fandom. WoF content used to be fun for me and one of the upsides was that I was able to find other artists that also liked dragons! I posted WoF because I genuinely liked it for quite a while. I would like to make it very clear that I was not using the WoF fandom for clout, I do not really care about my subscriber amount, especially not as much as I used to. I was posting WoF because I enjoyed it and found artists with similar interests to my own! If you would like clarification on anything else, please ask! I know that sometimes I am not very clear with my words, I am really trying to improve! I do not mean to upset anyone or make anyone feel used. Thank you for reading and I hope this made this video a bit more clear 🩷 Also, in the end, this is MY channel and I have the freedom to post what I want to post. If you think that it is wrong of me to switch content style, then I respect your opinion but that is the mindset that stops growth. I don’t want to be stuck posting the same thing all the time, I want to learn and adapt my channel! I hope you can understand that. This is my channel and therefore I have the right to make this choice. If you do not agree with it, then you don’t have to watch my videos, it’s that easy :) I have made this video, not to say WoF is bad, but to tell those who watch my content that I will be changing some things. I am so glad WoF has been a part of my art journey, but it’s time for me to move on

[@nanyabusiness4342]

may wanna respell add in "add some clarification" lol

[@SleepyGemstone]

@@nanyabusiness4342 whoops, thank you

[@WillowTheDragon]

Does this mean you are not going to be making art of dragons anymore or simply not wof art anymore, Sorry if I asked a question that isnt really connected to this but im confused.

[@SleepyGemstone]

@@WillowTheDragon Still dragons, just not WoF dragons. The series I am writing is with dragons so you will be seeing those rather than Wings of Fire :)

[@WillowTheDragon]

@@SleepyGemstone Ok, Thanks for the clarification!

[@Cinnawill]

Sad you’ll be leaving the fandom , but it’s your choice. You should continue to pursue your own interests instead!

[@NadiaDoesArtThingz]

I think everyone is upset that you are leaving wof, but I’m extremely happy you are finding other interests! This prevents major artblock and motivates you to keep going on yt!

[@nanyabusiness4342]

actually what really keeps someone going on yt is not picking a fight with an entire fanbase with no upside

[@SleepyGemstone]

@@nanyabusiness4342I don’t quite understand why me deciding to leave a fandom means I’m starting a fight? Could you please elaborate?

[@nanyabusiness4342]

@@SleepyGemstone again, the way it sounded in the video was it (at least to me) sounded like you only got into the fandom due to its huge group of potential subscribers, i am aware that was just mistranslation, but at the time of watching the video thats how it came across, that said i am well aware that rocket science is easier than making a video like this at times, which is why if someone can clarify how im wrong in my assessment, i will acnowledge their points

[@LeilaSeal]

I agree with you! Boy, I am OBSESSED with work, and just starting to learn how to draw humans/mythical creature human things again. And different types of dragons, like in my story. Edit: this is to Naida

[@NadiaDoesArtThingz]

@@LeilaSeal Naida lol It’s Nadia but close enough dw!

[@valerie-jm5wc]

it was nice Meeting you SleepyGemstone AND! I hope you made great friends! and see ya next future... ;]

[@TheDeerfox]

oh gemma looks so cool on the cover ajsfsgsgjd i remember leaving a while ago myself-it was literally the only thing i’d talk about for three years, and after a while i just… stopped caring. i still like seeing art of the characters, but the books just don’t interest me anymore. i’ll never be able to escape dragons in general though lol anyway i hope this means more time to focus on your books and characters, i can’t wait to see where your story goes :]

[@SomethingDifferent2522]

Oh my gosh I feel the same way! I love wings of fire, it’s what got be into dragons when I was only in 3rd grade, and the art is cool, but I kinda don’t care about the books anymore and have been more interested in writing my own, but dragons are never leaving my life >:3

[@Fogclaws]

that's cool. I myself know that i will never leave, for...reasons...if you look at my bio. but i still like other dragon stuff like hyttd and justrandom dragons

[@Rayneydays0]

Same recently I’ve found myself not rly caring about the characters from the books as much as I used to but I still love looking at others oc’s and fantribes, etc and I’m still absolutely in love with dragons, fantasy books, and books where the main characters r (usually) non humans. But the main problem was that I was literally going crazy over to the point where I could barely talk to others cause I was so caught up in an imaginary world. But I haven’t been obsessing over it like I used to so I think I’ll just stop making things about wof for a while (tho I don’t post my art, memes, other things cause I have real bad nervousness when it comes to showing this stuff) but on things like Pinterest I still have m6 wof board, I’ll still watch wof vids sometimes, I think u get it. And I’m also not rly gonna like comment much other than complimenting things I like cause ppl start fighting over random useless things and it just kinda bothers me. I’m trying to focus more on the real world rn but hopefully I can rediscover the wof fandom and have some happy memories :)

[@RobiinDrawz]

While I obviously haven’t watched the video yet, I can understand why you made this decision. It might not be the same reason, but I did something like this. For a while, once I read Wof I was literally OBSESSED with it. I loved it so much and got really sucked into it. So much so, that the focus was no longer on my own characters. When I realized this I made the tough decision to take a break from Wof for a little while so I could finally focus on my own stories and characters, and developing that instead of being stuck focused on someone else’s creation. I still love Wof and draw dragons from the series, by distancing myself for a bit I was finally able to expand and develop my own stories, instead of just being obsessed with someone else’s. Ik this probably isn’t the same as your reasoning, but I just felt like sharing! Whatever you choose I’ll support you Gemma :) Btw, does this mean the hybrid challenge won’t be continued? Bc it’s technically still Wof

[@SleepyGemstone]

Nah, you pretty much just summarized the entire video lol And I will cover the hybrid challenge and other WoF series in the video, the short answer is “yes I will be continuing them”

[@RobiinDrawz]

@@SleepyGemstone Oop-lolll

[@ivyvinecat]

I think I actually like your personal projects better! Your channel is so awesome, and i'm exited to see your oc's more.

[@Kitkat_draws]

Really sad to see you leave the Fandom but I'm also really excited to see more about your series! I'm definitely sticking around

[@DayDreamerEdits27]

Hi Gemma! I know you’ve probably heard this hundreds of times, but you’ve always got the support of your subscribers, no matter what happens. I think it’s awesome you were able to make your own decision to follow what you felt comfortable with! That’s just a great example in general. On a side note, does this mean you’ll post more videos about your own book series or stop posting in general? :)

[@SleepyGemstone]

Thank you so much 🩷 The WoF content will gradually become replaced with content for my own stories! It’s just what I am passionate about and is more enjoyable for me!^^

[@DayDreamerEdits27]

@@SleepyGemstone That’s amazing!! As another young author I’m SO excited to watch your newer content!! I hope it goes amazingly for you!! I know if I were in your shoes I would love to share my writing passion with a community and I hope that’s exactly what happens for you!

[@SleepyGemstone]

@@DayDreamerEdits27 Thank you so much! And I’m so happy you will be joining me on my journey!🩷🩷🩷

[@PurpleVixen-V]

Kinda sad you’re leaving the fandom but I do absolutely love your stories and speedpaints ^^

[@-rainblossoms-]

Dear Gemma, do what you love

[@-rainblossoms-]

Btw, this is completely off topic- are you okay with me drawing your ocs as cats?

[@hummingbirdwof]

I can’t wait to see where this goes I’m gonna miss the hybrid challenge but if that dosent make you happy I don’t want to feel trapped I’m excited to hear your story and I’ll be here for it

[@SleepyGemstone]

I will still be doing the Hybrid challenge, everything will continue but I won’t start anything new WoF related :)

[@hummingbirdwof]

@@SleepyGemstone I saw I wrote this befor I saw and I can’t wait (rainwing silk wing hase got me giddie

[@SocksDrawzzz]

I'll be really sad to see you go! I've always loved your content and art style but I'll be happy to see you happy! Love you Gemma!

[@Secretly-Selina]

Although everyone is sad I’m happy that you’re moving on to things you wanna do. This is your choice and no one can stop that. :D

[@SparrowDraws]

My story’s kind of long, but I feel like it’s similar to what you’re experiencing and might help you feel confident in your decision (knowing that I and others understand). I first found WoF around 2020. I was OBSESSED with it and read the first arc happily. However, I soon discovered that there were things portrayed in the series that I didn’t really… agree with. So I moved on, even if it was hard. I began creating my own story, and soon came up with the first iteration of it. It wasn’t really good, considering it was very similar to WoF and basically copied the plot of Avatar: The Last Airbender (I had watched it for the first time), but I loved expanding on it. The story kept evolving, and eventually changed drastically from very WoF-like (how the dragons act) to actually original. Also, I dropped the A:TLA akin storyline. During this time, I finally decided to read Warriors. I am still in the fandom and love the characters, even if they and the plot in general was lacking in quality. But I was also giving a lot of time to my personal story, and it continued changing until the present day iteration. Even if I’ve gotten back into WoF (putting aside what I disagreed with), I am glad that I originally left it. If I hadn’t, the personal story I have today might have never existed, or be very different. I know you, Gemstone, have a story very different from mine, but maybe putting WoF aside will mold your story into something even greater now that you can focus on it.

[@GlutenFreeBannanaBread.]

I totally understand why you are leaving. I have been seeing more and more of this stuff as well. I am gonna stick around with your channel because I just love you art hands down. I hope you have a great summer.

[@eyeofthestorm_storm]

I’m glad that you’re going to be posting your own story now! I was really hoping to see more of your story and I really can’t wait to learn more!! I did a similar thing a while ago, even storm used to be a wings of fire oc until the original world magestry was made. I hope you have more fun posting about your story :)

[@eyeofthestorm_storm]

I also wondered if maybe at some point when I hear more about the dragons of your world if I would be able to make an oc based in the world? Obviously if you would prefer to just keep it as a world of just your ocs that makes sense :)

[@SleepyGemstone]

Thank you so much for the support! I’m so glad you will be sticking around! And yes, I do plan on making a video explaining the different cultures and nations in my series! And I will also make free design bases for the different species! I’m not sure when this will be since I still have a lot to sort out with my co-author, however just know that I will be making a video about all of it^^

[@eyeofthestorm_storm]

That sounds amazing!! I can't wait!

[@looneyx.cc_b5]

I’m so so glad you are doing what you want to! I can’t wait to hear more of your projects and art! It sounds amazing and your art is gorgeous! 💕🫶

[@Atlas_jays]

I’m working on my own series to! Sadly I can’t write but I do have it set aside in my mind

[@Rayneydays0]

Same I have some ideas of lots of things in my mind of other stories I’ve made but I just can’t write them and sometimes I’ll draw pictures of the characters and scenes but other than that It’s just sitting in the corner of my mind

[@koidragon6612]

It's your choice and I'll support you anyway even if you don't do wings of fire content anymore it's fine it's your choice not ours good luck on your next journey 🌺👏 __koi

[@AeyliaMoonlark]

The algorithm probably dragged me to your channel for the wof stuff, but I kept watching mostly because of your exquisite art. I recently watched you questions video about the book series and i will definitely be buying your book whenever it comes out

[@hummingbirdwof]

Everyone has there resons and I think we should all be ready to accept that moving on is apart of how people work this won’t change the awesomeness of Gemma but is simply a change best of luck with your new ventures can’t wait to see em

[@Mapleshade...]

Valid. And also glad i got to watch it now back to my grandparents

[@GumdropBatTheOG]

I can actually relate to you quite a bit. It’s nice to hear someone having almost the same thoughts that me and other people have been having. KZbin’s algorithm is a little weird, and I have chosen not to follow it. I can’t wait to learn more about your story!

[@pixelpaws_8876]

I think it’s absolutely wonderful that you are looking to the future. Well done telling us, that’s bravery! I certainly am so SO excited to see what you do next :D. Because I’m sure it’s going to be amazing! Whatever you do now. I’m excited to see what you work on :). Best of luck, - Pixel.

[@Sadie_the_horsey_Lady]

I may end up doing this. I love wof but it has been getting old and i want to do my own thing!

[@Ghostywulf]

I know I hardly ever comment, but I'm glad that you will be posting some more of your own stuff. I love coming across your videos and posts with your story and oc's it inspires me ❤

[@MoonFlameStudios_Official]

As someone who has also left the WOF community due to religious differences and has grown from it, you will grow 100%! Leaning off of something that has helped you grow is NOT easy, but I am very proud of you for making this video and being open to why you are leaving. Can't wait to see what the next chapter of content will bring!

[@DoingDrawing]

I also left from the WoF community for religious differences(I am a Christian), so I understand, I’m also glad I did because I’m letting my imagination grow to also making my own stories, like SleepyGemstone is😊

[@Sqndcrafts_13]

​@@DoingDrawing wait I'm a Christian do I have to leave WoF?

[@DoingDrawing]

@@Sqndcrafts_13 well, since the books series included that abomination about acting on love between the same genders, I left completely not only stopped reading the books series but also the WoF community, so I would say yes since the way I see it it’s like we’re betraying God by being in a community that everyone knows that there are same-gender love and yet still are interested in it and take pleasure in reading the books still even though it includes stuff not pleasing to God

[@Sqndcrafts_13]

@@DoingDrawing hmmm well we are supposed to love the sinner and not the Sin right? And I also don't really know a Bible verse that says anything wrong with LGBT+

[@SquidOfWisdom]

​@@Sqndcrafts_13 From what I've heard, homophobes mistranslated the phrase "A man shouldn't sleep with a boy" (something like that. But it calls out child-touchers being terrible, and that boys can suffer from it too) to men not being able to do it :/ and there are tons of Christians that are LGBTQ+ (I'm apart of the community myself, but atheist [don't shove it down people's throats, barely ever talk about my beliefs])

[@St4rlight0044]

Aw man... Thanks for all you've done, hope your channel thrives

[@Arcticwolf18]

No matter what you post I'll keep watching. Your art is amazing and I cant wait to see more content with your story! Keep creating and having fun 💜

[@ChristmasyYT]

NOOOOO I MISSED THE PREMIRE- Watching the vid now

[@OrcaThe8th]

I am quite sad you are giving up the Wings of Fire community, but I understand the reason you did, although I, personally, am not quite as interested in your book stories as much as many others, I still understand why you want to do your own thing. The Wings of Fire community can be quite harsh and toxic towards many of our communities' artists. Though, I am happy you're pursuing your own dreams and imagination, I just hope you find happiness in leaving the Wings of Fire community, I really do get why you left as the Wings of Fire community it is quite small and does not get a lot of attention, I too do not agree with some of the content in the book series and am quite frustrated in the way the series spiraled downward into an unenjoyable series. I'm happy for you, and of course I will stay with you to the bitter end. You inspired me to try harder and pursue my dreams and ideas. Thank you for being part of this community Sleepy, I hope you find so much joy in your passions. ❤

[@SleepyGemstone]

Thank you so much for the support 🩷🩷🩷 I am so glad that WoF was a part of my artistic journey, I learned so much and now it is my time to move on and explore my personal projects a bit more! I am grateful that you will be sticking around tysm!^^

[@OrcaThe8th]

@@SleepyGemstone I just hope you get famous Sleepy, you deserve a lot of love ❤️

[@SleepyGemstone]

@@OrcaThe8th Aw, thank you!! 🩷🩷🩷

[@fluffybirb4455]

Exited to see more of your series! (Wanna see Pistachio’s snek fren at some point >:3)

[@waffles1675]

While I love your wof stuff, I’m also VERY VERY interested in your own project! I can’t wait to see your world expand :D Also I’m glad you’re still finishing the hybrid and redesign series cuz I love those :) Anyway, again, I can’t wait to see what you’ve got in store for the channel

[@AmonicCrow]

I'm very excited to see what your story is like and how it will go!! I adored the God animatic when you posted it, and I continued to occasionally revisit it for a while even, it's gorgeous! I can absolutely get leaving the fandom and wanting to make an audience that isn't just watching your stuff for the WoF aspects and for your art/stories overall instead, a more true to you audience. I hope that it goes well for you and you continue to grow and develop as a content creator and artist, good luck and good wishes from me Gemma

[@Rayneydays0]

I think I’ve somewhat decided that I won’t officially leave I’ll just not rly be active in the fandom anymore but about your story, can u have a video explaining everything? I hate not knowing the whole story of things and I rly like what I’ve seen of it so if u have the time and motivation then it would be appreciated (totally fine if u can’t cause that would probably take a long time writing and drawing and everything so if u can’t it’s ok 😊)

[@SleepyGemstone]

Yes! I do plan on making a video about the world and the different cultures and nations! Not sure how long it will be until it comes out, I still have a lot to sort out with Lyria but it is a video I will definitely be making!^^

[@lunaplays96589]

Sooo i guess this means no more hybrid challenge or tribe head cannon designs

[@LunamoonOwO]

I'm kinda new to the channel so I feel a bit disappointed to not see anymore of your WoF content, but I'm happy that you're exploring other interests and doing what you love. I can't wait to see what you have in store for the future

[@DigiDragonARTZ]

I gotta question!!!! How long do you think till your book is ready? Just wondering, also, I'll miss your WOF stuff but I can't wait to see what you make next ✨✨

[@SleepyGemstone]

Great question! I have yet to have an in depth conversation about that with Lyria (co-author) since right now we are focused more so on school, however I would love to get the writing finished within the next couple of years. I’m not sure what Lyira’s thoughts are on that at the moment but I can definitely talk to her about it for the Q&A video! Thanks for asking!

[@laserkitteny]

Aww, its upsetting youre leaving the fandom, youre art is by far my favourite! But it is nice to see you are focusing on other things in life ‼️

[@arctichare6548]

Maybe you can join the Warriors fandom. The series is great(in my opinion) and carries some lessons that wof currently doesn’t. Though like Wof, it’s considered a kids series even though there’s a LOT of deaths. But that’s your decision if you choose to start reading the books. Oh, did I mention that Tui T. Sutherland is one of the Erins? (It’s not one author, it’s a whole team) Oh yeah, it’s about cats in the wild.

[@SleepyGemstone]

I can say that I definitely will not. First of all I don’t like a lot of the stuff in those either (mostly with shipping, there is a lot of p3dophillia and inc3st). I also couldn’t make it past the first chapter. I have the first three books, they are just really boring to me, don’t know why. And the fandom is (from my observation) even more problematic than WoF, a lot of stuff happens that I really would not like to get involved with. I do have a few videos where I draw from the Roblox game based off WC, but that is just because I like cats. So that is why I wont be joining the WC fandom. I also just prefer dragons in general

[@arctichare6548]

@@SleepyGemstone That’s okay. Some people like different book series. I respect your opinion 🙂

[@arctichare6548]

@@SleepyGemstone Also the fandom does have a lot of debates, so I get why you wouldn’t want to get involved.

[@SleepyGemstone]

@@arctichare6548 My co-author Lyira used to LOVE the series! She got through the third arc before deciding there were too many book to keep up with lol! At this point I know the basic plot from all the M.A.P.s I have watched. And I really like the animations! But I just can’t actually read the books, there are a lot of books I simply cannot read, like WoF! I haven’t actually told anyone I haven’t read any of the WoF books besides the graphic novels XD I know a lot of ppl who love WC, it’s just not for me, just like WoF

[@arctichare6548]

@@SleepyGemstone Yeah…. Once I found out that there were extra stuff in the series when there’s already 8 arcs, I almost exploded 😅

[@Evergreenandmosquito]

Awwwwwwww shucks It really breaks my heart to see you leaving the wof community but I know for whatever your reasonings are, we as your friends and subscribers will support it❤️❤️

[@SleepyGemstone]

Tysm 🩷🩷🩷

[@Evergreenandmosquito]

@@SleepyGemstone np❤️ your such a kind soul

[@ThatArtisticBookwormYT]

This! I love this and fully support you in your decision. I also left the Wings of Fire community, mainly for the reason of personal beliefs over things in the series, but also because I didn't feel like it was for me. I do Warrior Cats content... But I don't consider myself part of the fandom. Which probably doesn't make sense but it does to me. I've found fandoms to be messy and really just sources of drama... People like to fight over things that have nothing to do with the books. And in the last year I've been trying to veer away from Warriors content ro start doing content on my own series as well as other series and art-related subjects that I enjoy. I'm glad I'm not the only one who sees that fandoms are kinda toxic and am happy you're making this decision. And honestly? I think you can post Wings of Fire content from time to time and not actually be in the fandom. I see a difference between bwing a content creator for a series and being in the fandom for the series.

[@CrystalFeather.]

I just wanted to say that I’m so proud of you 🫂💖💖 This was such a mature decision and I’m so happy that you’re following your passion and continuing your story c: 💕💕✨Honestly, the stuff from your story was always my favorite aspect of your channel not Wings of Fire 💖💖💖 I can’t wait to see more of your vids!! 💕✨

[@Missty_the.aliencat]

I really really loved your,,God" meme, I only found this great song through you and it's always nice to see the people's own characters and stories, it's much more interesting than just videos or paintings of one community. ❤ I just did abo you. I'm excited about your story, don't push yourself too hard I know how hard it can be when you have a lot to do at once, and especially then it's important to do what makes you happy. Also your art style is very very pretty I like how it looks kinda unfinished and blurry like watercolors.

[@nyxthenightwing]

Although I'm disappointed in the fact that you'll be leaving but I do want to congratulate you on your choice. Remember to continue the journey however you choose it to be, and that we'll be there throughout it to cheer you on

[@JustS0meRand0]

Omg I thought you were gonna quit! Do what makes you happy! The points are valid especially about the drama! Can’t wait to hear more of YOUR stories!

[@Whiteout.0]

not hate, I do understand the main reasonings but of the list at 1:10 how where the other dod toxic to sunny? just a question

[@cometaryart]

They treat her like a child and refuse to come out of that mindset. None of them ever hear her out, and she hast to literally yell in order for others to take what she says seriously. Does that answer your question?

[@SleepyGemstone]

4cane made a fantastic video about it! : kzbin.info/www/bejne/eX6yamynotKXl9ksi=CgkcBQQLu7yDPZty Sunny is just infantilized and not appreciated by the other dragonets

[@Whiteout.0]

@@cometaryart Yes, but please don't be rude about it ^_^ it was just a question since I didn't know (Due to issues in my past which I shouldn't probably just say randomly!)

[@Whiteout.0]

@@SleepyGemstone ty!

[@cometaryart]

Wasn't trying to be rude just answering a question

[@Periwinkle_the_Dragon]

I’m glad you’re doing what makes you happy and honestly I’m really excited to see what you do with your book series and characters. While I always enjoy your wings of fire content I’ve always been more interested in your story’s. I have a story of my own that I’m currently working on and you’re a huge inspiration to me. I can’t wait to see all you have planned for the future 💕

[@KattyDigitalArt]

WAIT DOES THAT MEAN YOUR QUITTING YT???

[@SleepyGemstone]

Absolutely not! I really love making videos! I just don’t really want to post Wings of Fire content as much

[@KattyDigitalArt]

@@SleepyGemstone phewwph

[@KattyDigitalArt]

you quitting would give 2,000+ ppl trauma lol

[@Rayneydays0]

oh dang yea I still rly like wof but recently I realized it hasn’t been blocking my brain of everything else which had been a very big problem before. I may just spend some time away from wof for a bit just to make sure I don’t start only thinking in the wof world again cause I literally almost entirely forgot how to actually talk with ppl irl since I used to rather talk to myself about wof cause no one else I knew was rly interested in it. Tho I may actually just cut ties with most of my fandoms for a bit cause rn I’m doing what I did with wof except with warrior cats and another fandom and I’m rly just nervous that I’ll lose myself in an imaginary world again and question my sanity irl again and again till I can’t even think about anything else anymore especially when I’m supposed to be thinking about my future and what I will do with my life. Sry if u actually went and read that whole thing of me going slightly insane over a random thing lol

[@KattyDigitalArt]

@@Rayneydays0 its fine! wof is quite the thing sometimes... i hear you!

[@Noodlethings]

As a fellow writer and story teller I know what it's like when your seen for things you don't enjoy as much as your stories. While I do like wof I'll definitely stick around to support a fellow story teller ❤️

[@ILoveToAnimate13]

Happy you’re doing what you like 🎉… for the owed art… I have that too 😅

[@ambermeredith112]

To be honest I have found myself falling away from WOF as well, the story I feel like is getting worse and the toxicity of the fandom I have seen time and time again so I completely understand! As for what your doing now I am really exited for! ever sence your first story video I've REALLY REALLY wanted to know more! I love your writing style and it has influenced me as a writer to! I cant wait to see what you come up with now that your most likely going to have more fun posting, I'll be here along for the ride and support you in everything! (you'll never get rid of me I'm too loyal! >=D)

[@SleepyGemstone]

Tysm for the support! I’m so glad you are interested in what I have to share 🩷🩷🩷

[@apoole54]

So you’re turning into a variety channel that’s amazing. I’m also sort of a variety channel. And it’s great to just post whatever you feel like posting.

[@karolbueno1177]

Hi Gemma, do you plan to make a video about the different species in your book? I think it could be cool.

[@SleepyGemstone]

Yes I will! I will also explain the basics of the world building and culture! I also plan on having free design bases for anyone to use^^

[@Endternal]

This is my first time watching you and your art already inspired me. It also inspires me that you're pursuing your dreams and not focusing on what the outside world wants. I'm also into storytelling through art and literature, so I'm excited to see your original projects. You've gained another subscriber and supporter! :D I loved Wings of Fire and it led me to become a book wyrm (spelling intended heh) but I've started not caring about it as much because I'm now into other stories and making my own. My prioritized story is based on characters that I made on the WoF Roblox roleplay game, and it's been fun creating it especially because it is my own story and not a fanfic anymore. (And the dragons are no longer dragons but a new species I'm creating!)

[@R0sewonks]

I left the fathom ages ago!

[@cheesecakeandheron]

honestly, same. I used to love wings of fire, but im really just not interested in it that much anymore.

[@ajaxstardust0]

If you like reading got any book recommendations?

[@tym4spex]

Aye it’s great you know what you enjoy!! I’m looking forward to seeing more of your ocs >:D I do something a bit similar , I basically just animate whatever I’m interested Atm , with the only thing being consistent my personal Oc stories!

[@Foxfury-studios]

Hi sleepy I’m sad your leaving Wof but I will continue to support you in your journey, I also was wondering since artfight is coming soon I was wondering if i could use some art you made for me a while ago for my character if not that would be totally fine!❤

[@SleepyGemstone]

Tysm for still supporting me! And yeah, ofc you can!!^^

[@Foxfury-studios]

@@SleepyGemstone ty!

[@TheWingsOfFireAtlas]

Hey Gemma. It's sad that you're leaving, and i know it sounds a bit weird, but i'm actually excited! I'm sure im not alone when i say i too do not fit in anywhere XD. we understand that. and honestly, sometimes you gotta just be the trail blazer and start something new. This idea of having a community of story creators is just amazing! and i hope that your channel gets blessed beyond measure! I'm excited to have you expand on your story. I'm 100000000% behind ya! Can't wait to see where this journey goes! :D

[@SleepyGemstone]

Thank you so much for the support! I’m glad I’m not alone feeling this way, I’m so glad you will be sticking around 🩷🩷🩷

[@veesxll]

I only randomly found your channel on my page, though I have not been a long-time watcher I feel like you should do what you like, and I'm excited to see where your passion is able to lead you! I believe youtube content should be for yourself first and then your viewers and fans! Definitely subscribing! Excited to see more of your channel, good luck! ❤

[@t0ffeeb3an]

I agree with everything here. I mean- the books arnt that good in my opinion and I just like the art. I would love to share my art and my story I just don’t draw them often and I wouldn’t say they are supper developed yet. I’m excited for your future. I compleatly agree with everything! Love ya Gemma gunna miss you in the wof a lil but I get it. I’m sad about the drama and how much it did to you. I’m sorry but it’s good to have a change.❤

[@mccblss]

Ngl this is so relatable to me. And honestly after hearing that you want to grow your audience who share the same interests you do is actually really nice to hear and motivates me to keep animating the stuff I want. I haven’t been active in the WoF community for a long time and it holds a good place in my heart, but I’ve moved on and I’m glad to be doing what I love.

[@Deer_In_Headlights]

Tbh, I don’t mind that you’re leaving the community :3 There is a *lot* of problems, which is why I stick to my bubble of Fan-Continents/Tribes and OCs lol. Honestly, your art style alone dragged me into your channel. Your WOF content was just a bonus :3

[@Flint-ih9kn]

I'm sad that you're leaving the WOF fandom, but I will stay. Your content is just the best and I'm glad that you're speaking up about something that makes you happier. Keep drawing what YOU love.

[@KoaKona07]

Respect for your decision. Your original works/story are what had drawn me to your channel and it continues to inspire me because I am writing my own story. I find your story more exciting and creative than wof content bc in my opinion, I already read wof and I want to see new stuff I haven’t seen before✨💕

[@Angel-8.8]

I will miss the WOF content but it’s your choice I hope everyone still supports you. Also I’m glad you are doing your own interests instead❤❤❤

[@SolarFlai-ART]

OMG! I'm writing a original story too! New sub! also your sona is actually sooooooooo cute!

[@CocoaPuff.Animates]

The ending was quite a point proven

[@kuljeetjohal5661]

It's ok. You can be you and do what ever 👍🥐

[@kuljeetjohal5661]

Edit: and it was great for everyone to meet you . See you in the future , sleepinggemstone❤

[@feathers3]

Hi, I totally understand everything and every point you talked about. I remember finding your channel a few months ago and totally liking your videos, though I never made a reputation. I’m very sad to see you leave WoF, but at the same time, I’m very glad for you. Exploring different content which you 1. do enjoy to make, and 2. your audience does as well is amazing! It could totally be a whole transition, but you’ll definitely find yourself a lot more happier and fond with your newer content. I’ll definitely be sticking around for it all, and I’ll be here for every decision you make. Also, take the time on school and your busy life. I could relate, though, but don’t pressure yourself to finish these wonderful series. Work at your own pace! I hope you find wonderful interests on your KZbin path.

[@SleepyGemstone]

Thank you so much for the support! I do hope that I am able to smoothly transition my content! I want to enjoy art again, I hope everyone else will as well! Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts 🩷🩷🩷

[@UhmAnywayMeBored]

This is so exciting, as a supporter of your community I am so happy to see you on a path you feel is more suited for you. I came for your art and story's, if I did others will too. 💚💚 If you don't mind I also have art question, how did you learn to draw dragons? Because I struggle to figure out the shapes when there's not some real anatomy for them.

[@SleepyGemstone]

Thank you so much for the support and kindness!! That is a great question! I started as a httyd kid, so I learned most of my anatomy from those movies! It was easier for me to understand the forms when I see them animated. I would trace over images and copy from them until I was able to do it free hand! The best thing to do is start from basic shapes and get more and more detailed! I hope this helps ^^

[@UhmAnywayMeBored]

@@SleepyGemstone Haha a fellow Httyd kid, im in high school jr year, and I still love httyd! Thank you for tips! 💚

[@FoxWithScales]

In the video, you say ‘Thank you’, a lot towards the end of our support so here’s some stuff that I know a lot of your subscribers where trying to scream to you (but politely lol, no one scream at SleepyGemstone please :3), during watching this :) Thank YOU for being the amazing KZbinr we all love now. Thank YOU for handling all the drama in the past so calmly and trying to always de-escalate it (I know how hard it can be sometimes but you did really well in my opinion) Thank YOU for not just being a puppet to your audience instead of what makes you happy, because I hate it when some content creators fall into that trap and they start hating the thing that made them happy in the first place because it isn’t exactly ‘their’ content anymore And finally thank you for being such a HUGE inspiration to the community, I remember I found you at 700 to 800 subscribers. I watched your videos like every day and could just stare at your art like, WOW. You and two others made me want to start art and KZbin and I’m so so so sooooo grateful. I’ve found loads of friends and incredible artists who are really good people and I hope to see more people joining in the future, and maybe I could be an inspiration to someone day. So thank you for that :D Even if some people leave (WHICH IS FINE, ALL OF YOU WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY), you’ll still have thousands of people supporting you, and you deserve it so so much honestly, your art and story is amazing and I can’t wait to see what you do in the future ❤

[@SleepyGemstone]

Thank you so much! This is so kind 🩷🩷🩷 I am so so happy I was able to help you grow! My goal is help inspire others! Art and especially sharing that art is hard, I’m glad I have been able to help people give it a try! I want to light and many fires of passion and joy as I possibly can! I bet one day you will be able to inspire many many people! I wish you the best and I thank you so very much for the support 🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷

[@MuichiroTokitosNumber1Fan]

Okay! It’s your choice.

[@Scarlett_Casey]

Honestly i found your channel from your god video. The reason i subscribed and have been following since isnt because of anything other than just your style of art. Its stunning and absolutely beautiful no matter what it is that your drawing and has also helped me learn different techniques from just watching you. I'm curious to see what your new videos would look like though and encourage you whole heartedly to strive forward with what YOU want to put out there 💙😊

[@Willowdapillows]

I’m glad that you are wanting to explore more into what *you* want to do and post what *you* want to post. I’m very happy to hear that you are going to start enjoying the content your posting. I completely understand and agree with the.. way people handle with how people handle situations. It is in post fandoms but I do agree WoF is a big one. Excited to see the stuff that is coming for the future

[@duckclucks]

I JUST FOUND YOUR CHANNEL AND YOUR ART LOOKS SO COOL ALREADY YAYA I LOVE CHARACTERS AND STORIES all i know about wof is that there are dragons and one is named cricket

[@sleiphnirdrawings]

Tbh i understand the choice i left the fandom a while ago myself. Wings of fire was a great start for my digital art, since i wasnt a digital artist but a traditional one. Ive just grown out of it and thats fine, i had a lot of fun taking my wings of fire ocs and redesigning them to fit what i wanted to draw. so what im gonna say; enjoy the change, itll be freeing and fun!

[@spkyhair77]

I’m so sorry. I really enjoyed it when you were in the WoF community. However, I still love your content and will continue to support you as you write your story. I’m really looking forward to seeing your finished story and I agree that some people in this community are not exactly the type of people that you can work with. (I think that you dealt so well in the Apteryx situation and will be sad to see you go) Will you still be doing the DragonSheep Hybrid Challenge? If you aren’t I may take a page out of the worm off the string video.

[@SleepyGemstone]

Thank you for the support! And yes, I will be continuing all my series :)

[@spkyhair77]

@@SleepyGemstone well, now what am I gonna do with my lighter? Lol

[@TheKoiCatDragon]

Always gonna stick around because your art is CRUNCHY and you're just really chill. You have a really nice/relaxing voice as well. And FINALLY I don't see many people talking about the dod being toxic to sunny except for on the 4rcane video. And I don't get that people are saying you betrayed the wof community or something by leaving. Cause y'know, sometimes you really love a song. And you keep listening to it, pretty frequently. It's gonna get boring eventually, and you'll move onto other songs. (anAlOGY tIMe oOOoOOo)

[@SleepyGemstone]

Thank you! And exactly! That is a perfect analogy :D

[@0_JB_0]

Sorry, this is totally unrelated to the video, but what art program/app do you use?

[@SleepyGemstone]

I use procreate for drawing and procreate dreams for animation :)

[@0_JB_0]

@@SleepyGemstone ty lol

[@turkey1528]

the cover is stunning EHEHEHHEE

[@LizNeveau]

At the beginning of the video I thought of leaving but I realized later on that the WoF stuff isn’t why im here, so thank you for being such a great person! I completely understand even though I personally love the WoF series but it’s your choice not the audience! Please continue making great content and amazing art!

[@prismspheres]

its hilarious to me that this is the first video of yours i get recommended. your art style is very pretty tho so def subbing

[@TrucemakerThenightwing]

As someone who just found this channel a few minutes ago, I am sad to hear your leaving the WOF fandom, but am supportive of your choice, as I also agree with your 2nd reason to leave, regardless, Have an amazing year, SleepyGemstone!

[@Havoc_Animates]

I’m so sorry how you were treated when reading those hateful comments on your “ GOD “ animation meme… That meme was fabulous they were just jealous and had no self respect as they claim “ They disrespected or bully kids for fun 💀 welcome to the internet” That was just so uncalled for and so immature… As it sucks to see someone leave a fandom we all respect and support your opinion as it is your choice!! I think your art is absolutely stunning and anyone could inspire to have such talent as I claim you are a huge inspo! I love your work!! Keep it up a d don’t let anyone treat you like crap!! Also ignoring hate comments is the best thing to do as you do not give them the satisfaction they desire of irritating someone! Again love your work stay strong and continue to do all these awesome things!!

[@AvocadoDoesArt]

I was initially a bit sad you were leaving, but your points were valid and honestly a bit eye opening to some things I wasn’t even aware I was ignoring. I probably won’t leave Wof, but personally I do want to make myself a bit separate from just being “a Wof KZbinr” which was always the plan for myself anyway. Glad you’re moving on to what makes you happier!

[@DarkstarTheBackgroundCharacter]

I understand! I love Wings of Fire, but I do also appreciate good artists that aren’t creating content of WOF or HTTYD. :D I love your content so I’m excited to see how your story turns out. A small question, I understand if you want answer cuz there are a lot of comments. What form will the story be posted in? Like, will it be animated? Or like one of those SpeedPaint story explanations? Sorry if this sounds messy by the way. Also sorry I haven’t seen this sooner, I’m a bit inactive lately. But you have my full support, even though I might not see many of your videos. Good luck with your story! ^^

[@SleepyGemstone]

I will do a lot of animations and speedpaint and story videos, but they probably won’t share too much lore about the story itself! For the actual story I plan on publishing a book! It would most likely start out online before becoming a physical copy, however i have no way of knowing for sure since i am no where near that quite yet :)

[@DarkstarTheBackgroundCharacter]

@@SleepyGemstone I’ll try to keep that in mind, I’d love to read it! :D

[@cheriewinn3678]

Ok, I LOVE wings of fire. But I also love love love your stories. I’m OBVIOUSLY staying. You can’t get rid of us Gemma!! I’m still watching as long as I’m alive. Have an amazing day Gem!

[@AddisynAdkins-bb4nf]

Ìm exited to hear and watch your new story and content and I'm glad your doing you❤

[@Xenyca]

I cam for your art, and I stayed for your story. I can’t wait to see more of your characters and your art in general!

[@Fern_drawz1]

This is fair and I support ur decisions 😊❤

[@NoelS14]

Honestly I’ve kinda been slowly inching away from reading the books and being a huge fan of wof it’s just getting boring and the series isn’t really long at all like book 15 was the last book I don’t even play the fan made Roblox games of wof anymore I’m more inching to the sonic the hedgehog fandom and the Lego monkie kid fandom I’m also not obsessed with drawing dragons I mean I’m obsessed with them but like I said I just don’t draw them anymore I more or less just like to see how other incredible artists draw them and I just stare at the picture and if I’m on Pinterest I will give it a heart and move on to the next piece of art

[@berengerdietiker22]

SleepyGemstone has the most beautiful voice I have heard since Candidragoness. Music to my ears. 😊

[@SleepyGemstone]

Thank you so much!!! I am a little insecure about my voice, mostly my stutter, I of course edit those out if I can. And I have trouble pronouncing a lot of words, I’m glad you like my voice! I hope I’m easy to understand! I also recorded this with a cold so I had to record it a million times to not cough lol!

[@berengerdietiker22]

You were more than easy to understand.

[@johnpolak2300]

Aw, sad you're leaving WOF behind but good luck persuing your own interests! I agree that we should all do wat makes us happy, not what attracts the most people. I want to say that I will stay subscribed because you are an AMAZING arstist, and want to see your future posts. I used to be a huge WOF fan too, but then slightly went off the series as I realised they weren't teaching the best life lessons. (Not meaning to be rude, WOF lovers and Tui. T Sutherland) big fan of your work!

[@ButterflyWolfCreates3]

Will u finish redesigning Wof tribes? It is Ok if u do not.

[@SleepyGemstone]

@@ButterflyWolfCreates3 Yes! All of my existing projects will continue :) So the Tribe redesigns, the Hybrid challenge, and an upcoming Whiteout MAP call will be continued!^^

[@ThoseGyldenTimes]

Yes,Yes i know this comment is 3 weeks late but i would like to add by saying my experience with Wings of Fire and Fandoms/The Art community in general....and why i left those fandoms I used to Only draw cats and wolves (because cats and wolves were very popular when i went back to doing art almost everyday) i wanted to draw something that was already way too overrated and already had several Web series of (Like The Stolen Hope,WhiteFall,etc) one of the main reasond why i dipped my fingers into Warrior cats and WoF was because of how popular they were and still how they very much are popular even now I recently stepped away from every Fandom in existence becaues of the backlash and drama of being in all those fandoms and wanted to not get envolved with any of it,especially by chance I wanted to Focus on my own Stories,Characters and Whatever makes *me* happy not what the audience wanted or what was popular and would get me tons of views,i regretted wasting my life away with that dream of mine by just rubbing off a fandoms popularity I do Fully Agree with you're decision SleepingGemstone and i am sorry that people took the video the wrong way because you didn't fix it fast enough with a comment saying "Disclaimer,etc" I have seen the darksides of fandoms and the art community to where i was stuck in some of its drama as well by accident or by saying my piece or siding with said side Nobody should be treated like this over a simple mistake,especially if its an opinion and not a threat thats harming its fans/viewers or that fandom in general

[@SleepyGemstone]

Yeah, so many of the fandoms are filled with controversy and drama. Which I personally found entertaining when I joined the fandoms (I’m weird like that). Then it just too far too many times. Ppl pushing other out of the community because they did one wrong thing, not accepting any apologies, making drama known to everyone, everyone has to pick sides. It’s just not a fun time. There were fun times, but those times were rarely within the fandom. The fandoms just weren’t fun anymore if you get what u means

[@ThoseGyldenTimes]

@@SleepyGemstone Yeah I get it

[@lukemichael451]

I hope you enjoy what you love.