2023 State of the Address- Upcoming plans and more 

I've seen people before who planned on doing more than they were able to (and one of them kinda overwhelmed himself), and I'm glad you're planning around your limits. Anyway, keep up the good work! ...Btw I wasn't a viewer of EOI so whatever you're doing with that is a-okay with me.

I came here very late since i have recently remembered your channel and EOI. And honestly i did came back for it but seeing how much you did for the story and not really being able to make content aside from that, i can say that its completely okay for the cancellation of the 2 arcs. I will still stay as a fan because i am fond of your animations and works. I hope you take care of yourself and take time with projects you have in mind! I will stay toon for your projects thank you for giving us content :DD

I will fully admit I found you because of the Element of Insanity. But I stayed because of all of the other stories you do. I really do love your work. If you feel you need to limit the Element of Insanity, then I'll still be here for your work. Can't wait to see what you upload for 2023. Have a good year, Shadow.

Honestly, EOI is what got me interested in this channel but seeing all of the other animations that aren't EOI related made me want to see any animation or content that you would publish regardless of what they were. Thank you for the content and keep up the good work, Shadow. You deserve it.

It’s great to hear news of you, man… Looking forward for Untold Darkness and Double Shadow Plays…. 👍🕹️

Dear shadow i respect you're decision on eoi and i can't blame you. Back then when i first found your Chanel at the age of 6. I was impressed not from the story you made with the elements of insanity. But it was the time the effort the blood sweat and tears. From the animation that shocked me. That shadow is why I Subscribed to you. To see how far your animation skills will evolve. And thanks to you i animate as well you were my inspiration. I can't wait to see what you bring in the future. From teddymailbox.

Gald to hear your work will be back. I can somewhat understand the stress that comes with being an artist. But, its great that you have such a positive outlook on life. HERE'S TO MORE YEARS OF THE SHADOW TWINS!!!!! PS: You mentioned Starlight and Tirek in your 3rd plot-line for EOI. Out of curiosity, in this plot-line, would they be freakified or not? And if so, what would thier names be? PPS: "Average"? Don't sell yourself so short. To me, your craft is LEGENDARY!!!!!!

2:53 "Who better to make a pie then a pie???" -Jasper Pie©!!!!

Glad to see you again shadow missed your content man. As for the eoi stuff it was a big part of my childhood and I thank you so much for that BUT i am completely supportive of what you have planned for it now,as mental health should always take priority!

No rush I ❤ your content the way it is and I’m happy that you are trying to balance things out good for you can’t wait for all your other content.. and well I didn’t mean you had other arc ideas for the elements of insanity and that you decided to cancel them I’m glad you made the series and I like it the way it is. Can’t wait to see your other stuff. Cheers to you and the years to come

glad to see you, im really inspired after seen uktena tribe logo, looking forward to how it will look in the future

Glad you're still working hard. But don't overwork yourself, Shadow

Hey Shadow. I understand the amount of work that’s been piling onto you has been stressful. In all honesty regarding the EoI, I personally just wanted to see where & how the story ends. I’m in no means a hardcore fan of them like the rest of the audience supposedly is. Personally I’ve seen A LOT of brony content being stressful for others such as Joey-O & Wubcake, hence why their projects were cancelled. I’m seeing it’s toxic of a viewer to just only expect MLP content like the EoI, so I can understand your reasoning behind your choice

Before I viewed your other content, the EOI was originally the only reason I subscribed. After taking a look at the other content, I see that you are more than that. I can definitely see how far you've come since I've first subscribed. I can't wait to see what you come up with. Good luck, Shadow. Work hard and at your own pace.

Okay, several things I would like to point out in this. I'm so glad that you gave us more info about different series of yours, especially the newer ones, which I have an interest for, or Double Shadow. Not new, but definitely something i do enjoy to watch sometimes. Now, the ones I'm less sure about are Lyrish and EOI. Last time we spoke, I asked you about Lyrish, but I think you said something about being unsure..? I dunno, I should check again what you told me last time we spoke.. it's been too long. I'm not saying I wouldn't watch a new video of it, I'm always happy to see new stuff of yours. And for the last one.. I'm finally glad that you mentioned them publicly. I don't remember if you ever done it before, but anyway. I'm glad you finally told the people who watch you *just* for that what you think about it. This shit has been a major problem for.. heeeh.. i think you're better well placed to know what I mean already. While I wouldn't mind to see a new video about it, I have better fuckin things to do than beg for a series that hasn't been updated in a while. And for the canceled parts ? Well, things happened, and these people will have to accept that, period. And if they wanna keep whining about it or insult me for daaaring to even say that about their precious little series, weeell.. i couldn't give much less of a fuck about that. And for the last thing, take care of yourself, Shadster. Don't let work become a huge pile of work impossible to get out from. I've seen enough youtubers who made too much things at once, not making their job easier. Try to find a good pace for yourself, hoping you can find a balance that fit you. Other than that, have a good one, dude, and keep doing what you like. (And in case you actually wonder what uppercase "i", don't.. If you had to deal with problematic auto translator on your phone before, you probably know how I feel about that..)

At least your still doing videos, so we not mad or anything.

Take your time, Shadow and I wish you very best luck your video-work.

I'm looking forward to the new Profound Moments vids.

6:05 don't worry, Shad I will waiting until I die💀 And I hope I will live for the 3rd chapter of Paper and Ink!!!!😭😭😭😭

Do what you have to Shadow. You make great content, with your streaming, EoI, and even your Double Shadow playthroughs. Though I do love MLP, I do however enjoy your playthroughs with IMShadow007 and your streams posted on RU-vid. Just get some time off for yourself and let yourself decide on what you want to work on. Trust me, I have a few stories (including fan stories I made myself) that are lingering in the works which I hope to animate in the future.

It's your decision moving forward with your channel Shadow, no one can force you to work on something that is causing you this much stress and health problems. I'm sure many people will respect your decision with the Elements of Insanity. They're not what your channel is all about, and I'm sorry so many people think that's more important than anything else. I admit, seeing the eoi was what drew me to your channel at the start, but I've stuck around for everything else you've showcased. All the playthroughs you've done with Imshadow007, the gmod and sfm stories with guest stars, those are what I look forward to most. The Elements of Insanity are nice and great models, but I prefer everything else that you have to offer. Don't worry about what those people who only care about the eoi say, do what makes you happy, and create the content you enjoy most.

I've been thinking of new character of the elements of insanity, a black alicorn stallion named Dark Shadow the king of luna eclipse. Plus his dark form named Nightmare Terror.

I understand you have been really busy with smg4 stuff and other things and the pain of all the people asking about equestria of insanity I would be lying if I didn’t say I did watch your channel for that 😅 but after watching some of your other videos I’ve genuinely loved your videos and yes your channel has been a little slow but only because you have been putting your talents to the use elsewhere so what I’m trying to say is keep up the good work shadow and don’t feel pressured to please us just keep doing what you love 👍😎

I wish you luck bro

I just wanna use Painset Shimmercakes for my project if that's okay?

His comment about those that just want to watch eoi (respect)

Good luck 👍

When is Pinkie Pie’s Exciting Adventure part 6 coming out? I want to know where it is production wise

well shadow your company is good enough

And Shadow,don't even think about cancelling your EOI series like Sniper Melon cancelled Rainbow Dash's Quest For Swags.

Listen if you want to cancel EOI thats fine just gives us a basic outline on how the series was going to go in the end ( for some closures sake )

Are there any plans for Rainbow Dash Quest For Swag?

Return of the king

Elements and Sandy big Mac.

Maybe we can be friends

Don't get me wrong, I love the EOI. But I also love your other content Shadow

Hopefully this won't trigger any kind of backlash or anything towards me; but mayhaps one day, once your mental health and inspiration for the EOI are in better spirits some years down the road, one of the cancelled arcs could end up coming back around. (Says the guy who came for the more comedic moments and not the Freaked out Ponies). Until then, I am looking forward to everything you have coming soon Shadow, whether it be here or with SMG4 or ZP; because I know it will be glorious. While ZP and SMG4 may have slowed things down here, I know that it is only for the better as it helps you better your style of animation, storytelling, and work ethic. We're here for you, Shadow. We're all in this together. RK777 (on his old RU-vid account from before becoming Rocketknight)

I’ve been waiting for a decade 💀and I don’t watch your twitch that much 😅

Hopefully we can see more of ze pyromancers, no to say that I don’t enjoy this

We want elements of insanity back

And the meen one

Hello, may i ask if you have Discord?

Which we've been relying upon a few and just been feeding from the main why don't you do elements of insanity actually begin jog make samo seeds actual story so maybe some oasys or maybe some instead of just relying upon the inverted shadow because it's been slow and we need something to feel so why don't mean beginning scrolling through the TF2 freak show wiki use and picking out our favorite ponies could use a pony OC and begin making some TF2 freaks OC elements of Insanity oasys I say we've been just relying upon the inverted Shadow to give us a even though the fan base is so big why are we just remind upon the we should begin making fanfics see using all sorts of TF2 freaks under why's this community would just be a leech that's why I'm supposing that the elements of insanity community begin to make now I know we don't have the Gmod have the Gmod models but we could make some so it's time for this fan base to no longer be stagnant

Play bendy new game

Honestly, I never even heard of the Elements of Insanity when I subscribed to you. So, don't worry about me being upset about you backpedaling that series; I'm only here for some of your delicious content! That, and I want what's best for you and your mental health! I cannot begin to imagine how stressful it is to juggle between SMG4, Ze Pyromancers _and_ your own content, but I understand and am willing to respect your decisions for what you will do in the future. All I can say is best of luck, you glorious madman! 😎😎😎

Hey you do you shads we are always happy with what you make it is all so good and amazing you do you we can be patient except for others but anyways you do you we will be happy to be watch

This should come as no surprise, but I respect your decision with the EOI. Sometimes things don't work out as initially planned. Not to mention I kind of already do short things on my own as well.

Cheers to ya Shadow for putting yourself forward on your work! Do what ya gotta, for the rest of us who aren't obsessed with EOI, the rest of what ya do for both this and the other two channels is quality work. Honestly I would take quality over quantity any day in here, cause none of these great works you do, whether silly and short or story filled long episodes, would be anything without you and the passion you have for it.

Hello shads, Its good to hear your doing ok and hope to see your animations you post. Also can't wait for Lyrus epilogue.

Happy belated new year shadow 🎉

Your Series are amazing and hysterical, cant wait to watch more in the future

Shadow.....dude.......You need a break. Hope this year goes well for you.

0:47 Thank you for helping out SMG4 and I and all just want to say thank you and keep up the good work!!!👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

I got into this channel for EOI, stayed for a bunch of the other stuff. Honestly looking forward to Paper and Ink the most.

don't worry it's just another year waiting for elements of insanity

Sounds like a plan, Boss. Let's see that we make 2023 one helluva year.

Hi shadow Ill admit i did find ur channel when u created the EOI and i did love it with its story and the alterations. And well im just gonna say, Im glad ur thinking about ur mental health its great because that means ur passion for animations will be ever more stronger! And I will not unsubscribe because first off! Ive been subscribed to u for years, 2nd is because ur awesome and i enjoy ur content, and even though nowadays im an adult now! I will still forever love your animations and creations! Shadow I hope you the greatest to keeping urself healthy, mentally and physically, as well as spiritually! Keep doing what u love and fight for it! Always be yourself, Have a Awesome Day Everyday! Always look forward to more content! No matter what it may be! As long as passion and love is put into it! Love your Animations again!

Welp guess its unsubscribing from me then.. i was hoping to see more from the elements of insanity in a bigger way and i am only interested in those.. i am not here to criticize you for making this decision or lash out at you so i wish you good luck with your future animations and no i am not one of those who kept commenting for more elements of insanity stuff this is literally my first comment in at least 5+ years

It Must Be Pretty Stressful To Be Doing All Of This Work Shad’s. I Know How You Feel. As A Gmod Content Creator Myself It Takes A Lot Of Hard Work To Be Doing All This Stuff That Your Good At. Take All The Time You Need Shad’s No Rush 👍

admittedly when I firstsaw the title of EOI, I first thought it'd be about Pinkamina Diane Pie, Twily Nanas, and the other mentally broken alter egos of the guardians of harmany

Elements of whom? Nah I'm here for Vinyl's Big Night 2: Rise of Galvanize and Shadow Kami does her taxes.

It’s fine if you don’t do the elements of insanity anymore just do any other animation that comes into your mind and I hope you have a great year the Inverted shadow😊

That good news And i glad you coming back with those animations I Hope your health be gonna ok

Honestly I think it’s great that your still gonna keep the eoi characters in your vids even after the series end. Mental health is a big issue now days so take whatever breaks or chances you need. Your good fans will always be here

Understand perfect. Now take a break XD

Morr Future Stuff Comin' Bois lesss gooo

And ELEMENTS OF INSANITY 😁😁🥰

No not element 115 the one rising dead

If THAT was the case with the Elements Of Insanity, you could just put it on hiatus a little longer or on hold, if you're having personal health problems continuing. I'm pretty sure you're fans and subscribers would understand. Afterall, with the amount of franchises you have on your channel, EOI certainly the most popular one you started, continuing work on that is not going to be easy. Assume you're doing all of these projects… by yourself.

Twilametta AmTey!

Do what you must Shadow. Your mental health is more important.

Hey, this is good. Mental health is a real worry. Nice to see you taking care of yourself. Besides, this channel has such crisp animation. It's great to see it still going. Best of luck, and I can't wait.

It's funny, right? Friendship is Magic ended in 2019, and in [CURRENT YEAR], you still deal with tryhards wanting more Elements of Insanity content, which itself is insanity... how painfully ironic. You truly have the patience of a saint for not wanting to cancel EOI outright, which I honestly wouldn't blame you for. You already have enough on your plate as it is. Either way, I do wish you the best of luck this year, and I eagerly look forward to more Untold Darkness. 🖤

I forgot Elements of Insanity is still going, I thought it was cancelled after MLP ended.

Man, you really have taken on a lot of work, haven't ya Shads? o_o As for the EOI thing, as someone who had to effectively start again from scratch for a similar issue... really wished I'd maybe thought of doing the same, but I am where I am now

Makes sense on everything Shads I wish you a happy and healthy work progress for 2023 and beyond

Never have heard or watched the Elements of Insanity as I had never heard of you until Dr. Wolf001 had posted his "A Moment with Dr. Wolf" video that featured you and Impostor Syndrome. I'm glad to hear that you're choosing to do what's best for you and your mental health. Anyways God bless and take things at your own pace.

I’m super late but I’m VERY excited for the upcoming year for you Shadow. Long time subscriber. 😊

It’s ok if you cancelled the other arcs because we understand why and we kinda already know Twilametta story and rachidile did a comic with the dazzling and I don’t think tier land starlight can be a good duo in my opinion and some of us can do our inspiration and it’s just funny adventures with them so I understand why you don’t really want to do much with eoi and just take your time not everyone in this world is impanchent so just move on to other things like lyrish and untold darkness and that’s all I have too say hope we see more uploads soon

Bro I don't care what type of content you make, i just like watching your channel and making sure you take care of yourself.

I subbed for EOI, but I became interested in your other works. So I don't mind the lack of it.

"I've working my entire life to finally s-" Whoops... Wrong line!

Do what makes you happy, Shadow. We'll always support you.

Wew! Cya soon bossman. Can’t wait to see the future of what you’re cookin

Well shads minus all the negativity and somewhat bad came out of this video about the elements of insanity I'm kind of looking forward to all of your projects But if I'm a pitching an idea for a MacGuffin or something like that: why not throw in all six or one of the INFINITY STONES or just throw in THE INFINITY GAUNTLET. That was just a suggestion that's all But aside all that you are really kind of funny when you do all that crazy especially using all those cartoons sounds Anyway can't wait for you this year in 2023 keep up the good work shads can't wait to see what you come up with next 😁 PS if you really want to get more crazy for the metaverse you should probably go see Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania to get more information or get some ideas especially ideas for time travel Anyway see you

Ahhh its so good to my favorite dark gmod creator is back and first off well I hope 2023 is treating you well so far and secondly I'm more excited for Untold darkness then TEOI( the Elements of insanity). Well best of luck with your other project . PS. I'm very glad your back

I will say that your 10k sub special brought me to the channel but, aside from the horror content I love your smaller animation work plus double shadow(Colossal Bonnie!). I also get overwelmed by my own work so you better not regret scaling back to your limits. That aside, congratulations on working with SMG4. I don't use twitter so its news to me, I'll have to check out the channel. Happy new year Shadow! Here's to a fulfilling (and less stressful) one.

i understand shads so take your time and get plenty of rests dude ^^

3:44 Look Gary, there I am!

I’ve been around since ye olde EOI days, but I have also loved all of this other content over the years Lyrish, Paper And Ink, Untold Darkness, and all the fun small animations that have dropped around But most of all, I was hyped to hell and back to see you become not only a member of Ze Pyromancers, but also SMG4, because I have enjoyed his stuff for years too I know I am always willing to be patient for new stuff from you, because I know how hard the process for everything can be, and understanding wanting to focus on maintaining your limits and now having to work around the huge load of work you have Keep doing you Shadow, you always have fans wanting your best around the corner.

I keep hearing about the EOI fans and getting spooked and then remembering I watch just about everything mentioned and that I subbed while watching the Lyrish vids

So. Insanity ant off the table. Just put off..... For a good bit while other stuff. Radical. Can't wait for the shadows episode the 1 one was good

Keep going well, take your time and anytime u gonna make more episodes of elements of insanity, like twilight encounter with brutalight or anything new upcomming of this series, just let me know, ill be waiting Good luck shadow 😇👍

I was a teen when I saw your first works of the elements of insanity and I thought it was done after the big 40 minute movie. Congratulations on the work with SMG4 and I will continue to be your subscriber as you do more and less things with your channel.

I will also admit I found you because of the Element of Insanity, and to be honest, I'm not as focused on it or concerned about the rate of each video you make. But I still will watch your videos on whatever content it shows. We're all adults at this point and can understand the time and effort needed to make them. We all have our opinions on what we want to see; like me, I wanted to see the EOI get a reboot of sorts and move away from the MLP content and be more of its own thing. But like I said, it's just an opinion and is only worth as much as you want it to be, so in or words, enjoy the work you do and remember to take your time and work on yourself first.

What about what about Windows projects you sumit fiammetta Ozark and what's the deal with that black pyro

Awsome & I subscribed long ago for everything including eoi so everything's good here, keep doing what you do shadow.

I hope things work out if work on on that's understandable cuz you working hard. Take the time you need cuz got lots of fans who understand hope you all ok. Thank for making videos love them you all the people work with you.😁 if work on by self I don't know but you worked hard so take care .

Channel also give us the potential of minority of to freaks to actually get some episodes freaks that have been inactive having unreliable video schedules or the freaks that have just been giving up on cspi firespike a great examples of

I'm kind glad you are doing the elements of insanity and also the others as well so u won't hear complaints from me I'm just wondering where the elements of insanity because I got to know what there going to do didn't know about the other arcs from being part of it other than shimmer cake and magic mare, so that's find with me and I can't wait to see the your other projects as well. So like I said no complaints from me