Avatar Kyoshi confronts Fire Lord Zoryu | The Shadow of Kyoshi 

Anyone else think Zoryo sorta resembles Zuko if he never got scarred?

Kyoshi prevented the Hundred year war from starting early for over two centuries. Respect.

When I first read Zoryu and how socially awkward yet nice he was my brain immediately gave him Zuko’s voice. But as I read this conversation went on little by little his voice morphed in my head into that of Sozin.

She's one of the most powerful beings on the planet and Zoryu reduced her to a sobbing mess with a few sentences. Now that's power. Shows you being the most powerful bender means nothing when your mind is a vulnerable minefield.

The Kyoshi novels are probably the greatest stories in the avatar franchise. There is so much political and moral complexity of the novels, the dialogue are absolutely phenomenal, it extends the world building so so much

"Let me make myself perfectly clear. You live on top of what I control. Your islands are surrounded by MY waves. You fill your very lungs at MY discretion. So if I hear any news about Yun being executed, *you will truly learn what it's like when the spirits forsake you in the face of the elements.* " -Avatar Kyoshi My favorite quote from Kyoshi.

This art is basically considered canon by now and I love that.

This guy is a perfect combination of Zuko and Azula

Kkachi needs an award or a prize! Quick! They are literally carrying the whole Kyoshi fandom

Zoryu had a PhD in Psychology.

LOVE the transition from weak leader to string and dickish leader Zoryu had. When I started reading I was like “really?! That’s Sozin the conquerers ancestor”. By this scene I understood

This fire lord’s got balls! And he knows how to use psychology against others!

omg he is such a azula like defeaths his enemies with psychology

The narration makes all of this sound like an epic story from the past. It's rather fitting

I like how you can tell he’s related to zuko but he doesn’t look exactly the same Also when I was reading I expected him to just turn into a coward happy that never happened

The fact that the nations royal family per generations continually met the avatars ✨💛💛💛

Zoryu: I'm in charge here ! Kyoshi: Do you feel in charge ?

Yun: 2 of my best friends are dating each other!!! Zoryo: That's rough buddy!!!

I haven't read the book, only this scene. But he kind of seems like the perfect fire lord. Pragmatic and Intelligent. Like according to Machevelli, he's the perfect prince. It's hard to be a saint in politics, especially as a monarch.

Welp,looks like Zuko is having more Ancestors from his honorable history.

Oh what fascinating relationships have existed between the avatar and the Fire Lord. Your videos make me want to reread the novels.

We need the ending scene with Zoryu and Tieguai

When I went into Shadow Of Kyoshi I did not expect game of thrones to unfold with whole Cheajin and Zoryu Feud but it is glorious to see Zoryu FINALLY grow a pare we got A LOT OF WORLD BUILDING FOR FIRE NATION AND PAST AVATARS great book

Got to say, Zoyu is kinda right. People do not understand how unstable monarchies are. Hell in real life a single bad action could doom an entire line. Or a random servant could just stab you to death while you sleep. Which happened more then you would think in real life. Combine that with succession issues, unruly nobles, and the fact that no one enjoys being governed. It makes sense that he would want to punish those who attempted to destabilize the nation. As if you don't, the rule of law becomes pointless. And rebellion can spring up at any moment and cause untold destruction. Prime example of this Is martin luther, a man who wanted to spark debate within the church. So when he posted the worlds most devastating posted note on the church door. He lit the europ into mass rebellion accidentally. Leading thousands to die for pretty much nothing. In truth what he is doing is the right thing. As no mater what he dose their will be conflict. And if he shows any sign of weakness. he might wind up waking up to a knife in his throat just like so many monarchs did. As who is a fire lord but a simple man? a man that can die as easily as anyone else.

If there is ever a Kyoshi show, I want Dante Bosco to voice Zoryu. That would be a good callback and it would surprise this turn of events for those who haven’t read the books.

This was an excellent short story! I really hope this is canon and I love how Zoryu looks just like Zuko minus the scar. If the Shadow of Kyoshi is going to be made an actual series, I hope it'll be just as good as this!

The Fire Lords always in check with the Avatars. It even seems that the royal lineage learned, almost subconsciously, to appeal to the Avatars fears. Always possessing a deep behavioral knowledge of the Avatars and the people around them.

Little did zoryu know, his son would be a dissapointment

Zoryu looks like he's about to lose his honor 👀

I've never read the book but Zoryo seems like kind of a boss. He need to chill out and not be so brutal but he's wicked smart, smart enough to override the Avatar.

This books are so brilliantly written and well thought

This is such a well written scene

one does not simply. a fire lord without "Z" in their name

And that kids was how the firelord dismantled the avatar without firing a single fireshot.

It is quite awesome to see a video on the depiction of The Shadow of Kyoshi chapter "Housecleaning", considering that it is the first one to depict a full chapter of illustrations accompanied with narration. The pacing of the illustrations with the narration is well done, as relevant sections of the illustrations align with the narration. The pacing helps with the expression of the descriptions and the thoughts of the characters. It was nice to see illustrations of flashbacks to The Rise of Kyoshi as it added more context to the thoughts of Kyoshi. The flashback to the brutal lei tai that Kyoshi couldn't bear to look at as she nearly threw up back when she arrived in Huijang in "The Town" provides more insight onto Kyoshi's sense of justice as she leans towards mercy. The flashback to the moment where Kyoshi sprinkled fire lily petals onto Yun's face while he rested on her lap in a gifting room nine months prior to "Desperate Measures" provides an example of how connected Kyoshi feels towards Yun. It provides insight on why Kyoshi is so adamant on holding out hope for Yun throughout the story as she still remembers the positive experiences she had with him. To be true, I never expected to see a depiction of the fire lilies scene from The Rise of Kyoshi, however, it was a pleasant surprise. The illustrations of other chapters of The Shadow of Kyoshi also added more context to the thoughts of Kyoshi, especially in regards to her thoughts on Yun. Some examples include Yun holding Lu Beifong's body at the Royal Gallery at the Royal Fire Nation Palace and Yun stabbing Hei-Ran in the throat with an earthen spike. Both of these moments show the unhinged nature of Yun as he seems delighted when he commits atrocities out of vengeance. The additional illustrations were quite nice, some examples including the depiction of the arrest of Chaejin and Huazo as well as the depiction of Koulin moments before she would be subject to the punishment Zoryu gave to the Saowon, execution for alleged treachery. The illustration of Hei-Ran putting her hand on the face of Rangi who is crying while the two of them are at Agna Q'ela after the events of The Rise of Kyoshi is emotional as both of them have suffered at the hands of Jianzhu and they had nearly lost each other. The illustration of earthen spikes stained with blood serves as a chilling reminder of how Yun was physically harmed by Jianzhu since he couldn't prove he was the Avatar and it signifies how he was on the receiving end of an abusive relationship with Jianzhu. The illustration of Kyoshi and Rangi alongside each other with daofei face paint in an area with a clear sky with their backs faced towards Yun, who is in a brown swampland, trying to reach out to Kyoshi as she the one closest to him, while Father Glowworm's tendrils are wrapped around him is heart-rending. The illustration is thematic as it shows Yun's desire to be the Avatar and have the support of his friends as he is clinging onto the past, whereas Kyoshi and Rangi are moving forward and not looking back, however, Kyoshi is slightly behind Rangi this suggests that she might struggle with moving on from the past. The illustration conveys that Yun is alone whereas Kyoshi and Rangi have each other, Yun's loneliness may have been a reason as to why Yun turned towards vengeance as he could have viewed his isolation as his abandonment at the hands of everyone.

The fire Lord from Kyoshi Era looks a lot like zuko.

She's like Avatar's equivalent of Dimitrescu

I will never stop thanking you and every other creator out there that's doing such an amazing job with the avatar universe. So THANK YOU that was awesome as always, please don't stop making these! My favourite part was the sneak peek of Rangi getting stabbed :)

Love it how you made Zoryo look like Zuko!!!

Zuko could have been just like Zoryu if he was corrupted completely by his father in the "Promise" comics.

We definitely need an Iroh prequel novel in the same style as the Kyoshi books

I've always thought that instead of "Legend of Korra" they should have used one of the earlier avatars like Kyoshi. It would have been a chance to start fresh while using the same world and history. With LoK, it was too close to Aang so all anyone cared about was what happened to the old characters. And as a result LoK is forever a reminder that it is not the Last Air Bender.

Centuries later the fire lord and the avatar were married and had a family🔥

we need the conversation between avatar kyoshi and avatar yangchen

Anyone notice all the fire lords we know of have a z in their name? Zoryu, Sozin, Azulón, Ozai, Zuko, Izumi. Iroh should’ve been firelord but he didn’t have a z in his name

I love those pictures, especially the details. For example the scar at her throat in 1:19, referring her first fight in this book

In the thumbnail she looks all- "Now LISTEN HERE, YOU LITTLE SHIT-"

7:51 to 8.18 Yo...that was badass

9:59 I had to look this up in a translator, but I'm pretty sure that says "beautiful girl" ... classic Yun.

How I wish the Kyoshi novels were a trilogy (more books/comics if need be). We need to see Wong's, Kirima's, Lao Ge's, Jinpa's, Nyahitha's and Atuat's story before and after they officially became Avatar Kyoshi's companions. And I'd like to see Kyoshi communing with her predecessors Avatar Szeto and Salai and bending glass, molten glass, lava bending in the middle of a battle with all of her companions and they get to witness Kyoshi's most badass Avatar bending and sub bending moments.

I hope next video you`d animate firelord Zoryu`s inner monologue about his plans for the Fire Clan`s influence on the throne before he gets interrupted by Lao Ge on the Final chapters of Shadow of Kyoshi

The fire lord and the avatar used to work together 🔥

Thank you so much for making these. They’re awesome ❤️

Zoryu is Zuko that isn't scared or awkward.

Yay Kkachi posted again!

He looks like Zuko without his scar

The art has gotten more beautiful!!!

zoryu is deffo smarter than i thought

I cannot wait to see his art for the Yangchen books. He's awesome.

Does anyone know if Kyoshi remains friend with Zoryu after Yun's death? Because if they "break diplomatic relationships" or something like that makes me wonder if Kyoshi held a resentment towards the Fire Lord (I know this fire Lord was right about Yun but that doesn't mean Kyoshi won't hold her grudge.) And if Kyoshi held the grudge, would that mean Roku was immeaditely alert the moment Sozin proposed the Expansion into the colonies, because of past-live experience? I don't know but it's too cool of an idea to pass up.

Your work is amazing. Thanks for doing this videos. ❤❤.

You're a legend 😤👌🔥💯

Woah I didn't know about this channel omgggg i love this ima subscribeeeeeee.

I’m impressed by the art

I bought rise of Kyoshi in May and then in August bought shadow of Kyoshi for my birthday

I can’t say nothing but WOW 🤩 wonderful and deeper episode

This art is amazing

This is like so awesome!

Wonderfull! Absolutely marvellous!

I do not know if someone pay you to do these but you hold the whole fandom and by the way this is good as well as the original animations

Fire lord Zorkyu looks kind of like Zuko without the scar

Doesn't the firelord look like zuko but with out scar

i luv ur artwork so could u pls next vid for noodle shop scene ^_^

Avatar Kyoshi is 17 here and she lived 230 years old so Zoryu is Zuko's great great great great great great great great great great great great grandfather! :D Kyoshi lived to be 230 years old when she died Roku and Sozin were born who lived about 70 years so add 100 years to that is when Aang gets thawed out lol 230+170 is 400 minus about 20 (for Zuko being born) and divide 380 by 25 (25 yr equaling a generation) which means Zoryu is 9 generations separated from Sozin and 12 generations from Zuko........or something like that! 😅😅😅 Sozin and Azulon had kids when they were old that's why Sozin is Zuko's great grandfather 🤷🏽‍♂️ Zuko probably never even heard of Zoryu it's so far down the line lol

Ahh as shrewd as any firelord

I see a bit of Azula and Zuni in this fire lord

Wait, is this Fire Lord the grandfather of Sozin? (Considering that Kiyoshi was 200 years old or something when she died)

The animation is legit

First time i found this 3 days ago i was like wtf is going on, is this kyoshi? Who is zoryi? How did we get here? Is this cannon? What are they talking about? Why kyoshi is in his palace? Is he evil? Is she right? How many ancestors between him and zuko or sozin? What era is this? Why kyoshi doesn't have makeup, why kyoshi looks like a beautiful teenage girl? Now after watching every single video on RU-vid about her I'm like everything makes perfect sense now.

Wonderful drawings.

I wish we can get a kyoshi series on tv I’ll watch

Just a quick question is Fire Lord Zoryu, Sozin father or grand father or just a Not far off ancestor,

I feel like I'm looking at a corrupted Zuko; like if he ruled as Ozai advised

My ancestor's honourrrrrr

Wow I’ve never read the comics but wow it’s actually quite gory

He was low key right though yun did end up being bitter in the end if I remember the ending correctly.

Great work

Wow! I read along as I was reading the book and I am in tears and have goosebumps holy shit

Zuko without the burn

Totally love this !!

This would have been a great animated movie.

I want more of this!

Why do I ship them😅❤? Zoryu seemed deceptively helpless, however I like the cunning, grip, dexterous mind and diplomacy of this character.

Has anyone know where can I find The Shadow of Kyoshi Audiobook?

The fanart is great i expected more from you guys. Can you do when Kyoshi met Yangchen and mistaken her as her late mother Jesa and they embraced together, it was a really touching sweet heartfelt part

Kyoshi I'm in love

so pratically the Fire Nation was attacking itself to quench it fire for war

Oh, this is before she got her face painted

I think Zoryo could be one of Zuku's ancestors see the resemblance

Where can I find the previous episodes ???