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MadJak91
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CloseInteresting. Cachusa is the only one with her race noted explicitly as Penumbra but now I see the rest is much, much "older"! 99 years? Screw that :D
That is actually young but then Rochel looks younger and is much older. Although you said so yourself that being 99 years old is not much for Penumbras :D
The way I understand it is that not all Penumbras are uh, Penumbras anymore due to loss of power and are more like humans but probably enjoying benefits like age.
It is cool when people come up with their own age system :D
I tried it and always hit a logic wall, lmao.
That is actually young but then Rochel looks younger and is much older. Although you said so yourself that being 99 years old is not much for Penumbras :D
The way I understand it is that not all Penumbras are uh, Penumbras anymore due to loss of power and are more like humans but probably enjoying benefits like age.
It is cool when people come up with their own age system :D
I tried it and always hit a logic wall, lmao.
BluMiu
15
author=Dudesoft
Love this style you're developing it. It's so good. Kinda envious! My styles have always been clutching the simple cartoony side of art.
I will note that Engel's iris' are not pointing the wrong directions.
It makes him look cross eyed. Generally both iris' will point the same direction regardless where they're looking. In this case, if you moved the left eye to the left to match the right eye, it would look more natural. If that makes sense.
Why thank you, Dudesoft and thank you for pointing out that little fix ^^ My brother told me the same thing but couldn't quite see what he meant until I shifted the eye over to see if it looked better. Fixed.
Though these portraits are a few months old, they did help me decide what I was looking for. It was an odd dance of exaggerated semi-realism that ended up more proportionate as of today. I think that suits the darker stories better, but I tend to change things up depending on what I'm feeling works.
This illustration would be a good example:
author=MadJak91
Interesting. Cachusa is the only one with her race noted explicitly as Penumbra but now I see the rest is much, much "older"! 99 years? Screw that :D
That is actually young but then Rochel looks younger and is much older. Although you said so yourself that being 99 years old is not much for Penumbras :D
The way I understand it is that not all Penumbras are uh, Penumbras anymore due to loss of power and are more like humans but probably enjoying benefits like age.
It is cool when people come up with their own age system :D
I tried it and always hit a logic wall, lmao.
Ah, Rochel~ She is mistaken for even younger than her niece, actually ^^
The way it works is pre-adolescence lasts from 5 to around 50, then they hit a very sudden growth spurt. before then they will only appear to be as old as 12. After "puberty", young adult years are considered 50 to 150, then they are an adult. To be considered an elder, that is from 400 until death, which used to be over 800, but has fallen to around 700 in the last few generations (same for other races).
They are still Penumbra, only they have lost their "latente" forms, which can be considered their true form. Adriana still retains it and Cachusa regains hers. There are actually two types of latente, but the original was lost progressively and replaced with an abyss tainted form, but allowed them to become progenitors of magic.
Their "huema" form is more to control the flow of abyss and surpresses it, so it all has a lot to do with the it. Since they are inspired by vampires, they have preternatural abilities, the most adept at magic and vitality giving blood. They share a few of these traits with Ariem, another race that are pretty much their rivals.
I really enjoy coming up with stuff like this, but as you said, making sure it works and at least is logical within the realms of the world you made isn't easy.
MadJak91
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Thanks for the explanation! I love when people explain their lore to me and it also makes them revise aspects of it :D
BluMiu
15
author=Marrend
That latest sample is just...
Thank you ^_^ I'd actually like to do more of that if I remembered, but I'd likely have to play around with it more than that one drawing to be sure I can do multiple things in that fashion. My hand betrays me at times...
author=MadJak91
Thanks for the explanation! I love when people explain their lore to me and it also makes them revise aspects of it :D
Well, I'm glad you asked and have an interest in lore~ I do the same if people post additional info with their works. It's hard for me to draw a character without a background to them these days since I'm in such a habit of it.
BluMiu
15
Finally have this one out of the way, so one WIP down.
Innocenza- "Sellswords"
Innocenza illustration with Rema in her mercenary/sellword days, along with her friend, Alemayehu. During Rema's journeying to learn the sword she joins a mercenary band lead by Zuberi along with his wife, Nia. Alemayehu was their daughter and befriended Rema after putting her under several trials. For the next four years Rema learned Abo-in and mercenary tactics before once again setting out on her own again. She would remain in contact with the Kongazewa over the following decades.
Innocenza- "Sellswords"
Innocenza illustration with Rema in her mercenary/sellword days, along with her friend, Alemayehu. During Rema's journeying to learn the sword she joins a mercenary band lead by Zuberi along with his wife, Nia. Alemayehu was their daughter and befriended Rema after putting her under several trials. For the next four years Rema learned Abo-in and mercenary tactics before once again setting out on her own again. She would remain in contact with the Kongazewa over the following decades.
MadJak91
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Holy! You draw really fast, haha. Or maybe it just looks that way to me and it is common speed :D
While I prefer the grace of a sword, nothing like a sheer destructive steamrolling power of an angry lady with a huge axe-warhammer :D
I wonder who started that archetype.
While I prefer the grace of a sword, nothing like a sheer destructive steamrolling power of an angry lady with a huge axe-warhammer :D
I wonder who started that archetype.
BluMiu
15
author=MadJak91
Holy! You draw really fast, haha. Or maybe it just looks that way to me and it is common speed :D
While I prefer the grace of a sword, nothing like a sheer destructive steamrolling power of an angry lady with a huge axe-warhammer :D
I wonder who started that archetype.
I've been working on this off and on for about a week, so no way I'd finish something like this quickly; I wish, but not so. Thank you though!
I think the archetype more started with just having the huge brute guy bearing one and so it just was applied to a burly female warrior as well.
This has been bothering me for a bit, but, either it's just me, or Rema (the character in the foreground) looks like she's holding her breath?
Still, cool stuff!
Still, cool stuff!
BluMiu
15
author=Marrend
This has been bothering me for a bit, but, either it's just me, or Rema (the character in the foreground) looks like she's holding her breath?
Still, cool stuff!
You mean how she's dashing forward, but in an almost too stoic a manner? Lol, well that would be more to do with the character than forgetting to make her look dynamic, but admittedly comes off less impactful.
Since she's an umbra, a person given Penumbra abilities through their blood (via Miriam), she seldom ever strains herself in combat that doesn't require her to be pushed and comes off inanimate and mechanical in expression and execution. So, running distances in one breath would be akin to a ninja, I suppose for an example. This causes problems throughout her experiences in battle as it is quite obvious to those around her she is not normal. In my head I wanted to express that as compared to Alemayehu's, but never occurred to me from viewer perspective >_>
Thank you for being observant once again, though~
MadJak91
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Heh. But I guess mercenaries are rarely normal... in various ways.
If anything, it might create some competitive problems.
Still, whatever gets the job done I suppose :D
If anything, it might create some competitive problems.
Still, whatever gets the job done I suppose :D
BluMiu
15
author=MadJak91
Heh. But I guess mercenaries are rarely normal... in various ways.
If anything, it might create some competitive problems.
Still, whatever gets the job done I suppose :D
It certainly worked out for the benefit of the band she was with, but even among the ranks, having even a woman outdo men in even strength is going to stand out and raise questions; Alemayehu has her brawn to outclass most, but when someone half her size can best her, you're going to stand out.
Mercenaries tend to do whatever pays as well, so ability aside, getting the job done as you said is what matters in the end. Rema's principle and morals would get in the way before anything else, which becomes a trend for her ^^
It's true I didn't take character traits, or abilities, into consideration. I appreciate the explanation!
BluMiu
15
author=Marrend
It's true I didn't take character traits, or abilities, into consideration. I appreciate the explanation!
No worries, I doubt anyone could have thought such given there's no explanation thereof. I tend to assume the audience knows what I know ^^;
BluMiu
15
Innocenza- The Man in Blue
Once again set for my next destination under the Lord's guidance, I ignore the ache creeping up my decrepit leg and push on with purpose in mind. The sky was perfect blue with gossamer clouds floating west, a good sign for my travels. Lord Kean and his subjects of Austenburg had welcomed me graciously, but in my heart of hearts, I knew their devotion had been condition and not an in-born love. Even so, I preached with that in mind.
Crossing the small bridge drew me toward the crossroads I had come a month earlier. I had to decide whether to head back and direct myself to Horne or westward through a small stretch of rural villages; the simpler the life, the more receptive the heart I had found. As I came to the opening of the forest path, the shade of it's evergreen limbs welcome me into its indigenous bosom.
It was then I came to a sudden stop, my luggage of scripture, a change of clothes, writing utensils and a swaddle of baked bread from Lady Keane's kitchen nearly doubled me forward, putting strain on my left leg. But it was what was before that startled me, cradled into themselves by the roadside in the shade of a burke. Small in form I immediately surmised them to be tender in age, resting or perhaps deep in slumber.
They had not taken notice of my presence as I stood as a voyeur, unsure whether to disturb them or ask if they were in need of some assistance. Austenburg was only three miles back if they were in need of escort. Deciding it best err on the side of compassion, it was not even a full step in that the cloaked stranger shot me a sudden and piercing gaze; I immediately froze in place, not in peril of the fierce fiery red eyes that held me, but in the desperate and circumspect nature they possessed.
Her pale skin seemed to glow in the light that streamed over my shoulder, streams of blonde hair hanging down into her face. This was a Penumbra girl, most certainly stranded if the hunts had taken her this far.
"E-Excuse me..." I sheepishly stammered, unsure of whether any tone could be taken in peace.
It would seem not as she suddenly sprung to her feet, but then hobbled to the side. In what I thought was weariness from her flight, in which it may still have been, I then beheld in the most acute bewilderment and horror at what protruded from beneath her shroud. In all my life I have never witnessed such a thing nor wish to ever again, but it took me back in a baffled daze.
Off into the wood she disappeared with the grace and speed of a ferline, leaving me in but a moment in the symphony of the forest. Both my hands trembled and so i sat down my bag and gave myself a moment to collect myself against the closest tree. That young girl, that child was heavy with child...
Once again set for my next destination under the Lord's guidance, I ignore the ache creeping up my decrepit leg and push on with purpose in mind. The sky was perfect blue with gossamer clouds floating west, a good sign for my travels. Lord Kean and his subjects of Austenburg had welcomed me graciously, but in my heart of hearts, I knew their devotion had been condition and not an in-born love. Even so, I preached with that in mind.
Crossing the small bridge drew me toward the crossroads I had come a month earlier. I had to decide whether to head back and direct myself to Horne or westward through a small stretch of rural villages; the simpler the life, the more receptive the heart I had found. As I came to the opening of the forest path, the shade of it's evergreen limbs welcome me into its indigenous bosom.
It was then I came to a sudden stop, my luggage of scripture, a change of clothes, writing utensils and a swaddle of baked bread from Lady Keane's kitchen nearly doubled me forward, putting strain on my left leg. But it was what was before that startled me, cradled into themselves by the roadside in the shade of a burke. Small in form I immediately surmised them to be tender in age, resting or perhaps deep in slumber.
They had not taken notice of my presence as I stood as a voyeur, unsure whether to disturb them or ask if they were in need of some assistance. Austenburg was only three miles back if they were in need of escort. Deciding it best err on the side of compassion, it was not even a full step in that the cloaked stranger shot me a sudden and piercing gaze; I immediately froze in place, not in peril of the fierce fiery red eyes that held me, but in the desperate and circumspect nature they possessed.
Her pale skin seemed to glow in the light that streamed over my shoulder, streams of blonde hair hanging down into her face. This was a Penumbra girl, most certainly stranded if the hunts had taken her this far.
"E-Excuse me..." I sheepishly stammered, unsure of whether any tone could be taken in peace.
It would seem not as she suddenly sprung to her feet, but then hobbled to the side. In what I thought was weariness from her flight, in which it may still have been, I then beheld in the most acute bewilderment and horror at what protruded from beneath her shroud. In all my life I have never witnessed such a thing nor wish to ever again, but it took me back in a baffled daze.
Off into the wood she disappeared with the grace and speed of a ferline, leaving me in but a moment in the symphony of the forest. Both my hands trembled and so i sat down my bag and gave myself a moment to collect myself against the closest tree. That young girl, that child was heavy with child...
BluMiu
15
Prince of the Rose Palace illustration
Eternity: Prince of the Rose Palace begins the series with the story of Viennri Manalodia Valerius Arcturus. The Kingdom of Lithavania is at its height when an heir is born to Viennrose Rondomel and Viennrosette Rosalba. Born with the mark of his ancestor Calamus, his strong affinity with the abyss deems him worthy for Court Sorceress Ziva to bestow him with Scarlet Queen, the fail-safe of the Origin Glyph. This was a wise decision given that once rival's ruler in Betamoth passed the throne to his son, Sharad, the patterns for the Origin Glyph were taken to the Ariem empire and war was declared a short time after. Though understanding his father's hesitation, Manalodia challenges Emperor Sharad himself; his Scarlet Queen and Sword of Rose against the Betamoth army and its amalgamations created by the Penumbra's magic.
Eternity: Prince of the Rose Palace begins the series with the story of Viennri Manalodia Valerius Arcturus. The Kingdom of Lithavania is at its height when an heir is born to Viennrose Rondomel and Viennrosette Rosalba. Born with the mark of his ancestor Calamus, his strong affinity with the abyss deems him worthy for Court Sorceress Ziva to bestow him with Scarlet Queen, the fail-safe of the Origin Glyph. This was a wise decision given that once rival's ruler in Betamoth passed the throne to his son, Sharad, the patterns for the Origin Glyph were taken to the Ariem empire and war was declared a short time after. Though understanding his father's hesitation, Manalodia challenges Emperor Sharad himself; his Scarlet Queen and Sword of Rose against the Betamoth army and its amalgamations created by the Penumbra's magic.
MadJak91
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Yesss! All my CV sense are tingling, haha :D
He looks way too cool! I really enjoy this type of dark fantasy drawings but I am either too lazy to search properly or not many people draw in this style.
That dark gothic almost anime like stuff. Is there a proper word?
Anyway.
Are these ALL for a possible game or an illustrated story? Because it is pretty obvious you have a lot of lore and relationships planned. Some authors develop as they go.
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He looks way too cool! I really enjoy this type of dark fantasy drawings but I am either too lazy to search properly or not many people draw in this style.
That dark gothic almost anime like stuff. Is there a proper word?
Anyway.
Are these ALL for a possible game or an illustrated story? Because it is pretty obvious you have a lot of lore and relationships planned. Some authors develop as they go.
(sorry for spam)
BluMiu
15
author=MadJak91
Yesss! All my CV sense are tingling, haha :D
He looks way too cool! I really enjoy this type of dark fantasy drawings but I am either too lazy to search properly or not many people draw in this style.
That dark gothic almost anime like stuff. Is there a proper word?
Anyway.
Are these ALL for a possible game or an illustrated story? Because it is pretty obvious you have a lot of lore and relationships planned. Some authors develop as they go.
(sorry for spam)
I'm actually somewhat glad to make the change to dark fantasy (even though not the only thing I do) because I really don't see that a lot or perhaps haven't come across it. Variety is always a great thing and allows more options. Pretty much just as you said, but especially so when glancing over projects in development.
I think the genre in anime is called gothic, but can be categorized in different things like fantasy, cyberpunk and supernatural, like as sub-genres.
Depends on what I'm posting. If it is for the Eternity project, I would love to make the entirety into a game in the future, but that will consume all my free-time, so I'll have to be in a good position to devote towards it mentally and financially. For some if not all stories I wanted to do an artbook for, but for others like ALTER, Musuko no Kaminari, likely not. I can more see those as manga along with Kimono POW, but if I was never able to do a game, I'd make the Eternity series into manga as well.
Story had always been important to me, but I started doing concepts, bios, terminology and timelines with a game in mind. I'll see what feels right after my first book is done or have enough a collection of short stories. Innocenza couldn't be a game because it centers more on interpersonal drama, but seems a visual novel game.
(You're only spamming if with irrelevant advertisements ^^)
MadJak91
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Yeah, a visual novel is a good bet when you have the illustrations and it is more about talky writing. Plus these days even VNs can have a bit of gameplay in some form.
Being able to draw for your game is already a huge step. People can usually master an engine in time provided they focus on it and have skill but then you hit a wall in the form of art and music. If you do not want premade stuff then having the skill to create your own is a big plus.
Well, nobody said it is easy and it sure is a big time sink :D
Being able to draw for your game is already a huge step. People can usually master an engine in time provided they focus on it and have skill but then you hit a wall in the form of art and music. If you do not want premade stuff then having the skill to create your own is a big plus.
Well, nobody said it is easy and it sure is a big time sink :D
BluMiu
15
author=MadJak91
Yeah, a visual novel is a good bet when you have the illustrations and it is more about talky writing. Plus these days even VNs can have a bit of gameplay in some form.
Being able to draw for your game is already a huge step. People can usually master an engine in time provided they focus on it and have skill but then you hit a wall in the form of art and music. If you do not want premade stuff then having the skill to create your own is a big plus.
Well, nobody said it is easy and it sure is a big time sink :D
Indeed, I just can't imagine the events working out as an RPG since it is a lot of dialogue, drama and more psychological/horror aspects at points due to Miriam's mental trauma. I was thinking about having gameplay aspect to it and how that could work, but haven't come up with anything solid since not at that point yet.
I'm the opposite end of the spectrum, but if I ever find the time to learning how to create a graphic novel or find a program which makes it easier (there is one on Steam but not sure of all its capabilities with inserting gameplay at points). Making the artwork perfect and presentable is a task in itself. Definitely nothing easy gained, haha
