Elijah and Azuu (#1340 Holy Matrimony: One Love)

Inkmonkey

God, has it really been five years? Who knew that it would take so long...

Well, here it is. The last hurrah. This is actually my very first Flash Animation. For an experienced Flasher something of this complexity may only take a week, but trying to learn Flash while finishing up a ton of art for college ended up stretching this project to about 8 months. I know a few months in a few people were clamoring for anything to be updated, but after such a long wait I'd feel guilty putting up anything less than what you've got above.

But yes, this is the end of the Elijah and Azuu webcomic. That's not to say that Elijah and Azuu, just that this website won't be updating. In fact, you can even find an Elijah and Azuu story in Drunk Duck Vol. 3. I'm bound to do more with the characters as the years go by, but right now I'm focusing on getting paying work in the art field, and I don't think I can do that and focus on the comic like I would have to.

Anyway, there's not much to say that isn't already in the video. I hope to see you all again soon.

--Shane "Inkmonkey" Woodis
-Posted on Jun 02, 2008

User: Allan 5

Wow man. Amazing. What a way to wrap up a series. I'm sorry it took me this long to see it!

Also, saw my name on there! You rock, Ink! Good luck with whatever comic projects the future holds, and I hope you find as much success elsewhere as you did here, with this comic!
-Posted on Aug 24, 2008

User: drip 5

-Posted on Aug 23, 2008

User: doomedd44 5

yes, i have to agree with (i think) most people (i didnt read all the comments) in saying that it was a real pleasure to read Elijah and Azuu, it shall be sorely missed, but just like they say - good things must come to an end, and this was one of the best :)
thank you for the wonderful send-off animation, to me (and im sure many of the fans) it was worth the wait.

i hope your future endeavours prosper and the fun you had doing E&A stays with you for the next project!
-Posted on Aug 14, 2008

User: kitsunekage 5

I almost started crying here. Here being a library filled with people. Thank you for taking the time to entertain me.
-Posted on Aug 12, 2008

User: argonsassistant 5

wowee
-Posted on Jul 30, 2008

User: CriminalMacabre

As I said in the classic, I hope someday you make profit if this to keep doing it. Man, this comic deserves even his own graphic adventure game and maybe a fanmade movie XD
-Posted on Jul 26, 2008

User: CriminalMacabre 5

you never cease to amaze me
-Posted on Jul 26, 2008

User: makisstyle 5

ive enjoyed reading this over time, and will continue to rereading it. awesome
-Posted on Jul 09, 2008

User: WANDERINGJD 5

I really have no clue what to say other then thanks for an awesome run, i'll be waiting to see what you do next.
-Posted on Jul 03, 2008

User: Gifftacon 5

Wow! that was cool. You've done something I don't Think I could do. I hope you find something that will let you do what you've always wanted to do. Thanks or keeping me entertained for all the last 4 years.
-Posted on Jun 23, 2008

User: Sage of Cancer 4

Been a while, but I like it. Not going to spout claims of greatness and awesome, but it's a nice way to close something.
-Posted on Jun 16, 2008

User: Inkmonkey

Hey, so, I started a New Comic recently... just putting that out there.
-Posted on Jun 14, 2008

User: lunaskye 5

It was awesome. Ireally enjoyed reading the old and new versions.
-Posted on Jun 13, 2008

User: ozoneocean

I'm still checking all the time ^___^

WOW, watched it finally all the way through and it was AWESOME ^_^
I can't believe it, that was a beautiful ending. Just beautiful, almost bought a tear to my eye. Thanks for that Ink.

You were one of the very first commentors on Pinky TA here at DD. SO E&A was one of the few massive archive comics I've read all the way through.

Lovely ending.
-Posted on Jun 12, 2008

User: Amelius

Oh, and I forgot to mention: The Easter egg was hilarious!
-Posted on Jun 12, 2008

User: Amelius 5

You did a fabulous job on this! A super-neato ending for a super-neato comic. Whoo, it has been a while since I have commented hasn't it? A shame I've been out of time for things lately, been trying hard to catch up with my old DD pals. You've really improved your craft, your coloring and character anatomy have really shaped up.Y'know, I should probably tell youse this stuff on your DA account! Bad Amy! Anyway, I wish you luck in your endeavors!
On a more sentimental note: E&A was indeed one of the first comics on the web that I read and really got into, and you were the first person to give me fan art! (I'm sure I told you in the embarrassing overly-gushy letter I sent that time though!)
The crossover was awesome fun to do, and I am glad to hear you had fun too! I also first met Nick on your comic too, haha ^_^ so I owe it to you and E&A for that. It's sad to see it go (just when I was getting caught up again too T_T) but I do hope you have good luck and success with your work!

Take care and thanks for everything you've done for me, I really, really appreciate it!
-Posted on Jun 12, 2008

User: Prime2610 5

Awesome work!
Shame it's over but alas all good things come to an end and all that junk
-Posted on Jun 12, 2008

User: JillyFoo 5

A classic DD comic has ended. An actual non-forever-hiatus nice ending. Golly. You're something to strive for. Thank you for making Elijah and Azuu. Thank you.
-Posted on Jun 11, 2008

User: tea_green

Yay, I helped!
-Posted on Jun 11, 2008

User: Chikan 5

Incredible, I'm glad that things ended in sunny happy way. Everyone will be happy!
-Posted on Jun 10, 2008

User: CaptRory 5

Wow! I can't believe its over! I've enjoyed this comic since I first saw it quite a long time ago and its been both wonderful and remarkable to watch your art grow and progress along with the comic. You're headed for big things! If I ever see you collect Elijah and Azuu into Dead Tree Format I'd definitely buy the series. Not sure how you'd sell the last strip though hehehe.

You definitely have the talent and skill to go far, I look foreward to seeing where your ambition takes you. Let us know how life is goign from time to time.
-Posted on Jun 10, 2008

User: jauntx 5

excellent work! I know I was a harsh critic way back in the early strips but this developed into one of my favorite comics. Will miss this for sure
-Posted on Jun 09, 2008

User: stauquin 5

Thank you, Inkmonkey, for a great comic and I wish you the very best in your endeavors.
-Posted on Jun 09, 2008

User: Kalan 5

Wow Ink. I just wanted to take a second to write a message, giving you thanks for making this wonderful series. Even if you hadn't originally been intending it to end here, it still makes a good ending.

I've been with your comic for... I guess not quite 1000 comics, but at least 800+ of them. Before the Drunkduck crash, etc...

It has made a huge impact on my life, like all the stories I take in.

I still remember sending in a guest comic a looong time ago... It was... Terrible to say the least, but I was a lot younger, and I would hope my artistic abilities have improved since then(perhaps my joke writing as well.)

I am planning to major in an artistic field... Perhaps I'm going off on a tangent, but hey. This is probably the last chance to let you know that your work was and is greatly appreciated by me, and all your other fans.
(Maybe I'll make a guest comic, to test myself, I suppose, dunno if or where you would post it. Wow, I get flustered even over the internet, you're... famous to me, heh.)

Again, thank you for your time, and for all the troubles you've gone through to bring all of this wonderful story to us.

~Curtis Fuller (17 and starting to look towards college.)
-Posted on Jun 09, 2008

User: Legos on the floor 5

I know I haven't exactly been vocal 'till the end here, but this was the comic that I discovered DD through, as well as one of the best here, and I'm sad to see it come to an end.

What an ending, though.
-Posted on Jun 08, 2008

User: Zairron 5

Bravo.
-Posted on Jun 08, 2008

User: Anime Guru 5

I'm sorry to see you leave. It was one of the best comics I've seen and it will be hard to top. I hope to see you back soon and I wish you luck in all of your endeavors.
-Posted on Jun 08, 2008

User: Deraymou

*dies* oh god I foudn it! I never woulda if you hadn't mentioned it!
oh taht poor guy!
ahahahahh
-Posted on Jun 08, 2008

User: Jimeth 5

I think last page was a good ending, so this is a good place to leave it. Most people said the same.

Good luck with whatever, Ink.
-Posted on Jun 07, 2008

User: Morgaine 5

Ah, I'm gonna miss it.
But it's a very nice ending :)
Thanks Inkmonkey for all the laughs!!
-Posted on Jun 06, 2008

User: Evil Emperor Nick 5

Forgot to 5
-Posted on Jun 05, 2008

User: Lithium7

its finally over ^ ^ ive been a loyal follower and i will definetly miss the comic! Ink youve done an amazing job! ill always reread the comic no matter what! kudos for a job well done
may life bring you nothing but good!

have a good one =)
-Posted on Jun 05, 2008

User: Inkmonkey

danke
-Posted on Jun 04, 2008

User: Skethi 5

Am Ende

Jedoch was klag ich dir?
Dir ist mein Leid erkannt.
Was will ich dir entdecken,
Was du viel besser weißt:
Die Schmerzen, die mich schrecken,
Die Wehmut, die mich beißt,
Und daß ich meinem Ziel
mit Winseln zugerannt?

Leider leider das Ende, aber dennoch ist es gut so. Besser als wenn alles ohne Ende einfach untergegangen wäre. Danke für gute vier Jahre, danke für die gute Unterhaltung. Danke für alles.
Mit bestem Gruß,
Skethi
-Posted on Jun 04, 2008

User: jaklaw 5

Iv been reading this comic for 4 and a hafe years now and this is a great ending.

My real comment: NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! ITS OVER WHYYYYYYYYYY this is the comic that start me on DD ;(.

.....anyway good luck and I hope you come back to E&A one day well all be waiting :D

-Jake
-Posted on Jun 03, 2008

User: FinalMagus

Oh and... could we get a wallpaper of that final image?
-Posted on Jun 03, 2008

User: FinalMagus 5

Wonderful comic, wonderful ending, wonderful easter egg. Nothing more to say, just that I love this comic and it has always made me happy.
-Posted on Jun 03, 2008

User: Avian 5

I havent really commented on this comic before but it was one of the first comics I started reading when I joined DD. In truth this is probably one of the things that got me started reading Web Comics. So thanks man, it has been a great run and I wish you the best of luck.

P.S. Great easter egg
-Posted on Jun 03, 2008

User: Evil Emperor Nick

Wow.

Ink I can't tell you how surprised, glad & touched I was to see this.

I, for once in my life, am left speechless.
-Posted on Jun 03, 2008

User: stinger9

Just looked for the easter egg now. I'd actually say it was better than the real ending :D! Poor guy...
-Posted on Jun 03, 2008

User: Crazeyal 5

To have been even a small part of something so special, I am honored beyond words. Good luck in your endeavors, and please... Just because you are no longer giving away free art, don't think you have lost any fans. Keep in touch.

Ray
-Posted on Jun 03, 2008

User: Inkmonkey

Thanks everyone, it means a lot to me to have the support of so many readers.

Also, did anyone find the easter egg at the end? I only ask because nobody's mentioned anything about it yet.
-Posted on Jun 03, 2008

User: Ithil 2

(lights lighter)
-Posted on Jun 03, 2008

User: Twilight_of_the_gods 5

we're gonna miss you ink, I wish you well on all your endeavors! ^.^
-Posted on Jun 02, 2008

User: Akasuzu 5

Definitely worth the wait Inkmonkey! Great ending and good luck in all your endeavors!
-Posted on Jun 02, 2008

User: dragonrider 5

We the faithful wish you the luck you so richly deserve, and will wait fanatically for more of our favorite demons and angels, be it one, ten years or longer you will always have a loyal following for this series. A fantastic send off.
-Posted on Jun 02, 2008

User: BlkKnight 5

A fitting way to end the comic I must say. Good luck with your future endeavors.
-Posted on Jun 02, 2008

User: artdude2002 5

A wonderful ending to a wonderful comic. I wish you well in your pursuit of a job, and I hope we will all get to see more of your work sometime in the future.

Thanks for Elijah and Azuu. It was a fun ride.
-Posted on Jun 02, 2008

User: Rage Nakasa 5

While I'm sad too see this comic go, It was one of the best and that was the best ending for a comic I have ever seen. I'm glad that this com...No Elijah and Azuu made it to an ending.

Always on my Favs Forever more.
-Posted on Jun 02, 2008

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