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Published: 2010-10-18 23:51:23 +0000 UTC; Views: 35336; Favourites: 925; Downloads: 1617
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Description Good evening DeviantArt!

I finally found the means to touch up my latest creation. My favourite princess out of all the ones I've EVER came across in games or cartoons. you know, I do draw other characters too! I'm not a Mario-feen or a Sonic-feen like some users on here who can't find the means to expand their art. and this princess is proof that my gallery needed to be refreshed! All hail the powerful Azula! I'm kidding, that was a small joke. Only at age 14, she's considered to be one of the most deadliest fire benders next to her father fire Lord Ozai. She was a key enemy of Team Avatar, chasing Avatar Aang and her banished brother far across the Earth Kingdom accompanied her two best "friends" Mai and Ty Lee.

A Firebending prodigy, Azula is sadistic, manipulative and she is obsessed with power. She is a skilled tactician who orchestrated the Fire Nation victory over the Earth Kingdom capital Ba Sing Se and halted the invasion on Day of Black Sun. One trait I really admire about her is that she's VERY manipulative. holding her own in power, agility and intelligence, she can pretty much outsmart anyone. A devious trait that makes this princess who she is. Remember kids: it takes more than a strong arm and good eye sight to be a warrior. Only at age 14, and she's the deadliest as they get. The avatar HIMSELF barely stood his own against her on numerous occasions during battle.

However, Azula's character begins to be focused on more in Book 3. An episode entitled The Beach was pretty much the daily lifestyles of the villains. As the season advances, Azula's obsession with power costs her the trusts of her only friends Mai, Ty Lee and the chances of becoming Fire Lord. With the traitor-ship of Mai and Ty Lee demonstrated in the episode The Boiling rock parts 1 & 2, she realizes when you take power to its limit you loose the most valuable thing you cherish in life: your family and friends. With Zuko determined to right the wrongs of the Fire Nation, Azula is turned on by her only two friends in the world: May and Ty Lee. Betrayed by Mai and struck down by Ty Lee, Azula seethes in rage. Azula's flawless demeanor is shattered by the unanticipated betrayal of Mai during the events at the Boiling Rock prison facility. Her calm demeanor begins to loose its edge.

Last but not least, her battle with Zuko proved to be her most difficult challenge. As her state of mind crumbles upon her defeat, she cries in despair. Her dreams of fire Lord are no longer or WILL BE a reality.

I'll take the time to explain the image. This is the first time, I drew an image leaving no white space present. The calligraphy present on the right side of her are the symbols of fire and power. I researched the many symbols for fire, and I really admired the way it was written in the cartoon. the other symbol next to fire means "power and might" I drew it vertically instead of horizontally. That was space would be present. This is a new technique, and I'll try it with a few other avatar character. hopefully Mai or Toph. I really want to do one with Katara and Zuko. But i can't find any good references for either do do it so I realized Azula would be the perfect choice and not only that but she's my favourite character. Unlike those airhead princesses Peach, Daisy, Rosalina, and Zelda from Nintendo, this princess is only a kid...and at age 14 she's stronger, faster and deadlier than all 4 of them. Remember, Azula's powers are somewhat like Katara's: they both can kill people. Relying on a plumber to travel the same desert, lava and sky areas just to rescue gets a bit tedious. Take charge and fight. Relying on an elf to come to your aid with a puny sword is also retarded. (and yes, I don't like Zelda games or the characters. so if you feel offended that I'm dissing them then tuff' shit, my son). Azula is only a child and she along with Katara have the potential to kill.


Nationality: Fire Nation
Age: 14
Hair color: Black
Eye color: Gold (but I made them red for my own personal reason)
Voice Actress: Grey DeLisle
Favourite Quote: "Um...right, I think you friend just said the GENIUS! and since you can't see, I'll tell you: I'm rolling my eyes."

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Comments: 130

soulsearcher1on1 [2011-01-19 16:21:06 +0000 UTC]

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The quality of this piec is superb.
The pencil work is streamline and smooth, you cirtainly have a very strong tallent for pencil and traditional art.
I love the charecter you have chosen too clearly recognisable for those who know of avatar the last air bender, a beautifuly produced immage.
I like the fact that you have taken the time out to introduce other observers to this young princess of fire, by the essay you have written, a great idea, seeing as not everyone will be familliar with the animation in question.
Your work is very smooth and precise, I like the fact that you have placed just a little coulour into the eye as this draws attention to her face and the determination there in, the colour emphasises her strength and power.
(The lettering is it Kanji?) adds to the authentic feel too, I think that is what I want to say!
A wonderful picture, carefully drawn and filled in.a.deviantart.net/avatars/x/p/x… " alt=" " title="Xpose-it"/>

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Sicklesium [2010-10-18 23:59:28 +0000 UTC]

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This is a magnificent and gorgeous piece of artwork. I was just browsing, and saw this, and even if I didn't critique it, I knew I HAD to at least favourite it.

I like the style that you drew this in. Exquisite! It's charcoal, correct? Even if it wasn't, it looks like it, and charcoal is my absolute favourite medium - both to work in and to view. The contrast between the red eye and the grey and black of the rest of the picture really draws the eye in, and really captures the moment.

Azula was one of my favourite characters on the show, because she demonstrated how easily corrupt people can become if they are given too much power. You managed to recreate her expression as if it really was her.

The only real complaint I have is that the hair that falls in front of her face is a bit too stiff. It may just be me, however, and it can easily be overlooked. I know that's how it was fashioned in the show, but to me - here - it looks as if it wouldn't move at all.

Other than that, this is a delightful picture! Keep up the good work!

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todd18 In reply to Sicklesium [2010-10-20 03:41:38 +0000 UTC]

Wow, a lengthy critique. it's hard to find people who sit down and do this. I try to do it but I take the time and look at an image for its details and the quality given to it. I am pleased to know you like this image because it makes me realize my technique worked after all. It's different and it's still fun to do when you go outside your usual drawing style. Meaning I'm not used to drawing and filling the entire image when I draw.

The tools I used for this image were my pencils ranging from hard to soft. A Faber-Castell set that features 12 pencils. For this image, I used my 8B pencil, H, B and 2B. another addition I have is an eraser that allows me to create streaks on lead. It's designed like a pencil and it's very handy. I used it for the calligraphy and I just went around it to make look as if it's popping out rather than flat. The hair details were difficult I admit. I sketched this piece on a portrait view then I realized i needed to do it on landscape. I feel comfortable with the result. But her hair in the cartoon is rather presented with a lack of detail so I had to find a way to make her hair strand look presentable. But all together it was fun, and I'll definitely do it again in the future. Thanks for the comment and your tips on the hair were very useful, I will keep that "still" look in mind and try to avoid it.

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DragonScribe [2017-01-30 14:18:19 +0000 UTC]

YES AZULA I love it

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Liam2010 [2013-08-10 15:14:50 +0000 UTC]

Wow... I love it!

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gabylu04 [2013-04-28 08:45:11 +0000 UTC]

i love it

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matokihazzlan [2013-02-16 16:41:00 +0000 UTC]

LOVE IT!

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DEFCON613 [2013-01-01 07:38:28 +0000 UTC]

best female villian ever! love the pic!

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Mel-n-Krys [2012-09-03 21:08:21 +0000 UTC]

I love this. You are an amazingly talented author! I don't even have words to describe how incredible this is XD

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Rozevelt [2012-08-27 12:55:21 +0000 UTC]

Amazing artwork!

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samurai-sidhu [2012-07-21 06:59:50 +0000 UTC]

Maybe you should worry less about the tides who already decided to kill you, and worry more about me, who still mullingο»Ώ it over.

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HeroesOfOurTime [2012-06-14 14:37:52 +0000 UTC]

Azula is way older that 14, surely... nevertheless, an excellent pice of art!

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todd18 In reply to HeroesOfOurTime [2012-06-14 20:05:45 +0000 UTC]

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katara8882 [2012-05-01 22:48:07 +0000 UTC]

Soo awesome! I especially love how you emphasized the eye by coloring it red, very very well done! it looks like you work for the
Show!

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todd18 In reply to katara8882 [2012-05-02 00:23:33 +0000 UTC]

Thank you. i appreciate it!

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katara8882 In reply to todd18 [2012-05-02 17:39:54 +0000 UTC]

Your welcome!!

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awesomezuko [2011-08-30 15:57:54 +0000 UTC]

Amazing. The main reason behind Azula's insanity was her issues with her mother. Her obsession with power was the result of the way Ozai raised her. He was the reason behind her mother issues when he favored her over Zuko and Ursa decided to give Zuko more since Ozai neglected him. The hallucination in the finale showed she wasn't pure evil and got the wrong idea about her mother. She hated Zuko because as she said in The Beach her mother didn't love her as much as Zuko. Mai betrayed her for Zuko and Ty Lee betrayed her for Mai. So, to Azula, her friends betrayed her for Zuko and in the finale she lost the throne to Zuko. Azula hated the wrong person,Zuko.

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VividSunsets [2011-08-12 13:00:07 +0000 UTC]

I love your pencilwork...I wish mine was as good.

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Stickfiguresrule321 [2011-08-11 20:05:02 +0000 UTC]

Very nice! I love the eye. Fire always was my favorite element!

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InspiredbyJack [2011-08-09 12:25:38 +0000 UTC]

Awesome! Love the eye!

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CareBearKidd [2011-08-02 01:47:57 +0000 UTC]

I had no idea she was only fourteen, lol!
Learn something new everyday.

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BrittanyChayanne [2011-07-31 21:32:09 +0000 UTC]

probably one of the most amazing azula peices i've ever seen. awesome job

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Poetryofart [2011-07-22 14:38:29 +0000 UTC]

Beatiful work!

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DeSdE3111820 [2011-06-26 11:57:18 +0000 UTC]

Wow.... beautiful. Γ© bellissimo!

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Werefaerie120 [2011-05-06 00:46:46 +0000 UTC]

very menacing and ancient looking...it is good!

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Zitenshi [2011-02-16 05:48:13 +0000 UTC]

This is awesome!

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twimoonclips [2011-02-10 04:27:04 +0000 UTC]

AWESOMESAUCE I WANT

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The-Shadow-Bender [2011-02-10 02:18:51 +0000 UTC]

dude @_@ epic!

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MollychanFTW [2011-02-08 20:03:42 +0000 UTC]

Azula's not my favorite, but I can honestly say this is an amazing piece of work. Love the effect the red eye gives it

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Epic-LoVe [2011-01-25 00:14:08 +0000 UTC]

This is gorgeous!

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blackrosesandbows [2011-01-19 23:40:56 +0000 UTC]

amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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kuroIchigopro [2011-01-08 06:32:22 +0000 UTC]

looks great

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Shinwa-Tsuki [2011-01-06 20:52:15 +0000 UTC]

Very nice!

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Beautiful-Wrath [2011-01-06 17:49:42 +0000 UTC]

fucking Epic

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Chocopie09 [2010-12-19 22:06:45 +0000 UTC]

Great job! I love how the red eye (which looks completely EVIL, and therefore so Azula!) contrasts with everything else.
~Chocopie09~

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DaggerRavionFall [2010-12-07 07:32:04 +0000 UTC]

Heck yes.

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MysticalAngel101 [2010-11-27 22:38:22 +0000 UTC]

Stunning! I'm an Avatar fan, and though I can't say I like Azula, as a character, I certainly do admire her attitude and tenacity

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todd18 In reply to MysticalAngel101 [2010-11-30 05:25:34 +0000 UTC]

What? I love Azula man. she's my favorite of them all! Thanks for the comment. It is very appreciated.

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Jetzula4eva [2010-11-23 23:10:11 +0000 UTC]

i think (yes i think) that the red eyes are a nice touch. Your welcome.

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todd18 In reply to Jetzula4eva [2010-12-06 17:08:27 +0000 UTC]

Thank you. The red eye is a stronger element than her gold eye. I figure why not make it red. She's an evil lil' fuck so that's why.

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Subarufoxboy [2010-11-11 23:50:38 +0000 UTC]

Ooh, she looks very devilish here . I like how everything's black and white except for her eye ^^.

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todd18 In reply to Subarufoxboy [2010-11-16 06:57:11 +0000 UTC]

Thank you. I really appreciate the fact you shown an interest in this piece.

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Subarufoxboy In reply to todd18 [2010-11-17 18:09:33 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome, and your art is awesome

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TheShorty6636 [2010-11-08 22:33:23 +0000 UTC]

Man this is good, i like the color and texture you used on it. Keep up the good work ^^

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Cloudshaker [2010-11-07 00:03:11 +0000 UTC]

I was never into Avatar, but shit, this is EPIC! seriously, I really love that little touch of colour in her eye as well, really works perfectly. Nice to see your work as awesome as ever!

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todd18 In reply to Cloudshaker [2010-11-16 06:56:42 +0000 UTC]

I wasn't into the cartoon either. But what happened back in June was the birth of a new interest for me after watching DBZ Kai so what choice did I have. I actually enjoyed the cartoon. Shit is sick and the storyline is plain and simple instead of some repetitive anime shit would logically be. Thanks for the comment.

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TheCuttlefishCaptain [2010-11-02 22:15:56 +0000 UTC]

Wow! Amazing job!

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mrm64 [2010-10-28 00:20:17 +0000 UTC]

Ahhhh i LOVED this show SOOOOO much! Azula is the best female character in this whole story lol Nice shading and the fact that her eye is the only thing that wasnt black or white and it being red shows how eeeeeeevil she is >: D

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xEmoMuffinx [2010-10-25 08:51:43 +0000 UTC]

Absolutely brilliant!

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SimonOuma [2010-10-25 00:45:40 +0000 UTC]

This looks amazing. I love Azula and she's my fav character after her brother too. The caligraphy and colour and shading makes it stand out well and look very avatar like. It looks really amazing.

Btw I agree that the weak little princesses are a pain, and if you like nice strong princess type characters who defend and fight for themselves you should look into Princess Alena from Dragon Quest IV she's pretty cool and strong.

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