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Published: 2007-07-01 01:13:19 +0000 UTC; Views: 3042; Favourites: 53; Downloads: 63
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Description From the land of dawn, a lone wolf searching for his purpose... perhaps even... his own destiny.

Though not a key player in the story of the Sages of Legend, Tenefer nonetheless makes a guest appearance in the tale, briefly joining Akosha and her friends on their journey to the mysterious Kingdoms Of The East. The only son of a wealthy family of Sages, he, too, was given a mission by his Masters to investigate a number of discoveries in the islands to the southeast. Tenefer is still rather naive when it comes to the world outside of his home city, but the skills he's learned as a Sage has pulled him through even the more dire of situations. His own natural curiosity keeps him occupied throughout his travels and the thrill of discovery would make him an excellent treasure hunter in the future as he explores the secrets that his ancestors and their human allies left behind (humans have long been extinct on Raikonia). Befriending Akosha, even if only for a few days, proved beneficial to his personal morale despite being a loner. As can be seen in this image where he stands near a polar lake, he still has quite a ways to go on his journey.
His weapon, the Verrocite staff known as Jynn-Karu, has been passed down through his family since the days when humans still lived, and having been trained with it all his life, he wields it like a true master.

As I stated earlier, this image came from my wondering what my fursona would look like as an Ancient Sage. Like most ideas I get, he eventually found his way into my stories and before long, was set up for a Stan Lee-style cameo in my story I decided against putting in the lightning patterns that's on my current fursona since he's become a part of the story (I have a personal policy against self-inserting into my own stories), but he IS based on my fursona more or less, and thanks to his species and weapon, he also happens to be the ancestor of one of the characters (NOT my fursona XD ) in the main story, which takes place thousands of years after the Ancient Sages series.
Terragen was called upon once again for the background and pseudo-reflections on his armor and crystals, but everything else is done by my hand. The designs on his loincloth and thigh-chaps? Done completely in Photoshop (woohoo!).
And completed just in time to add to my art folio right before Anthrocon!

Tenefer Eos copyright Nick Hardin (me)
Background by Terragen
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Comments: 71

CrazyGraeHawkatoo [2014-08-15 04:22:35 +0000 UTC]

He looks pretty and cute!

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Aelius24 In reply to CrazyGraeHawkatoo [2014-08-16 02:16:57 +0000 UTC]

'ey, thanks! ^_^

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CrazyGraeHawkatoo In reply to Aelius24 [2014-08-16 02:57:04 +0000 UTC]

No prob!
You should see my latest deviation!

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punx-chan89 [2010-04-25 00:56:59 +0000 UTC]

cool really like the background, the armor and everything.

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Aelius24 In reply to punx-chan89 [2010-04-25 04:10:24 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! I had a lot of fun designing him ^_^

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punx-chan89 In reply to Aelius24 [2010-04-25 04:16:33 +0000 UTC]

you're welcome C:

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Fox-Blue [2009-06-06 10:08:30 +0000 UTC]

That looks great and that armor and the cloth are just cool.

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Aelius24 In reply to Fox-Blue [2009-06-06 20:56:57 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! I'm glad you like it ^_^

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Fox-Blue In reply to Aelius24 [2009-06-06 22:57:43 +0000 UTC]

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Gushousekai195 [2008-07-04 16:04:17 +0000 UTC]

It has been a year, Tenefer, you lovely wolf boy. If Aelius had not drawn you, we would not have met at Anthrocon and I would not have a sentimental passion for his stories and Romantic Classical music. I would not have composed "Call of the Tundra", either.

I'm happy that you drew this beauty of nature, Aelius. I still look at him with a sentimental and passionate fancy.

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Aelius24 In reply to Gushousekai195 [2008-07-06 23:45:43 +0000 UTC]

I'm glad to hear he still evokes feeling, Gushousekai Interesting how an image can do all that.

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Gushousekai195 In reply to Aelius24 [2008-10-02 23:27:40 +0000 UTC]

You know something, Aelius? I used this picture in a Color Illusion Generator here: [link] and I have to admit that Tenefer looks really cool with his colors inverted. Dark gray fur, black headfur, glowing yellow eyes, and a yellow loincloth and chaps with black designs.

Sounds like Shadow Tenefer to me.

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Aelius24 In reply to Gushousekai195 [2008-10-03 04:27:52 +0000 UTC]

Hmmm.... shadows.....
Interesting idea...

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Gushousekai195 In reply to Aelius24 [2008-10-03 05:33:48 +0000 UTC]

Yeeahhhh. I also thought that image would be the inspiration for a minor character that Rolf and the Wyverns meet in their travels through Norway, maybe in a cavern along the road to Kirkenes, where the final battle awaits.

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Gushousekai195 In reply to Gushousekai195 [2008-10-21 22:59:44 +0000 UTC]

The character's name (the character that Rolf and the Wyverns meet in the cavern) would be Ryulviel. Rather fitting since it contains the Norwegian word "ulv" (wolf). I also like the "iel" suffix.

Also, I officially changed the title of the novel to "Mora", which is "mother" in Norwegian. I think that may be convincing.

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Gushousekai195 In reply to Aelius24 [2008-07-07 04:32:48 +0000 UTC]

A picture is worth a thousand words...

and a thousand notes.

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MaroonDeviant [2008-05-01 09:33:09 +0000 UTC]

Wow! That's so freaking cool! That's something that must be put to the favs...

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Aelius24 In reply to MaroonDeviant [2008-05-01 15:52:21 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! I'm glad to hear it.

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MaroonDeviant In reply to Aelius24 [2008-05-01 16:07:00 +0000 UTC]

Your welcome! ^^

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LANcasthor [2008-04-15 18:30:56 +0000 UTC]

Hmm artwork over Terragen and a fuzzy char with a polearm .. nice composing.

Balancing lighting conditions has proven impossible, but you managed to do that quite well. Be proud.

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Aelius24 In reply to LANcasthor [2008-04-15 19:43:12 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much ^_^ I'm glad to hear it was pulled off nicely.

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WolfgerLynel [2007-10-18 19:25:47 +0000 UTC]

nice!

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Aelius24 In reply to WolfgerLynel [2007-10-18 20:03:22 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! (thanks for the fav, too!)

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WolfgerLynel In reply to Aelius24 [2007-10-19 02:34:02 +0000 UTC]

your welcome

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FoxyR [2007-08-21 19:38:24 +0000 UTC]

Wow nice picture^^

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Aelius24 In reply to FoxyR [2007-08-22 14:33:53 +0000 UTC]

Thanks, I'm glad you like it ^_^ Thanks for the fav, too!

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FoxyR In reply to Aelius24 [2007-08-23 15:52:00 +0000 UTC]

Yur welkome^^

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Sly-Cooper-Girl [2007-08-05 17:59:55 +0000 UTC]

I love his pose and the background!

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Aelius24 In reply to Sly-Cooper-Girl [2007-08-07 02:18:35 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! ^_^ Glad it worked out.
(thanks for the fav, too!)

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Sly-Cooper-Girl In reply to Aelius24 [2007-08-07 23:31:21 +0000 UTC]

No prob^^

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littlefuzzydevil [2007-07-24 15:16:14 +0000 UTC]

brr that's gotta be cold

have a cookie! Good work!

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Aelius24 In reply to littlefuzzydevil [2007-07-24 16:45:17 +0000 UTC]

Hehe, thanks! No worries about the coldness, he's got that thick, wolfy fur

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littlefuzzydevil In reply to Aelius24 [2007-07-25 16:38:47 +0000 UTC]

AUUGH... Soft and fuzzy things (has a weak spot).... must.... resist.... uurgh...bad thoughts...nuns... old nuns... dead kittens.... errr.... ahh, that's better.

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Aelius24 In reply to littlefuzzydevil [2007-07-25 20:55:37 +0000 UTC]

Heh, got a weak spot there, eh?

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littlefuzzydevil In reply to Aelius24 [2007-07-26 03:41:06 +0000 UTC]

hell yeah.

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offaim [2007-07-12 00:18:13 +0000 UTC]

^^ cool finally someone who uses non lethal weapons :3 bow staff <3 and i like the colors :3

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Aelius24 In reply to offaim [2007-07-12 00:44:23 +0000 UTC]

Heh, yeah it's such a versatile-yet-effective weapon ^_^ Glad you like!
Thanks for the fav, too!

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CommanderFox [2007-07-06 21:19:50 +0000 UTC]

Interest me, I'm curios, is the story your own work, or is this fan art for something? Either way, the coloring and BG is phenomenal. This gallery is definatly on my list. I like the style. Keep it up!

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Aelius24 In reply to CommanderFox [2007-07-07 22:53:22 +0000 UTC]

Yep, it's totally my own work ^_^ (currently in process of writing a novel of them). Thank you very much for the positive feedback and interest!

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CommanderFox In reply to Aelius24 [2007-07-08 04:36:01 +0000 UTC]

WEll, I can smell a [powerful success radiating from this one...You are a fantastic author! Though, when I get some time, I have some rather constructive criticsm (Please take no offense). I just want to hewlp, but remember, no matter what anyone says, your fantasy is your fantasy and don't let anyone ever tell you otherwise. And if they do, you puff out your wolfy little chest in challenge and snarl, "You wanna peice o' me, boy? I"M GONNA RIP YOUR INTESTINES OUT ONE FOOT AT A TIME!!!!! AAARGH!!!!!"

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Aelius24 In reply to CommanderFox [2007-07-11 05:02:28 +0000 UTC]

Wow, thanks again!
Feel free to give whatever constructive criticism you have; I'm always open for opportunities to learn and improve

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CommanderFox In reply to Aelius24 [2007-07-22 05:41:56 +0000 UTC]

I drew a picture of your Wolf Hero here. I need your permission before I can post him though.

A few tips on research I picked. This guy is definatley looking for something, but remember....look into his eyes. They tell no feral tale. A lone wolf is either a brute or a survivor...or both. He has no scars to tell of why he travels with no pack. And no offense, but the tail needs to be shortened and slimmed. (The one you depict is kinda....foxy, or squirrely.) I have a load of points on this guy alone, but I don't want to keep you hooked up...I'm sure you have better ways to waste your time than me.

And remeber, NO ONE tells your own fantasy except you. And if they do, you unsheath your claws, Gut-bust punch your adversary, head-lock him then flex your ripped, feral biceps as hard as you can , and break the capo's neck right off his shoulders. (We learned how at boot camp, if you would like me to demonstrate, I'll send you a webcam adress...)
Oh, and don't forget to keep your cool, drop the body and look around, saying, "Any one else have any comments?" . And growl. Don't forget to growl.

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Gushousekai195 In reply to CommanderFox [2007-07-27 01:24:03 +0000 UTC]

You drew Ten?!! Oh, my Gushousekai!!! I can't wait to see it!

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CommanderFox In reply to Gushousekai195 [2007-07-28 21:31:09 +0000 UTC]

Heh heh, well, he's the first wolf I've ever drawn in anthro mode, besides werewolves, so he's a little different. BTW, is gushousekai some sort of immortal icon to looked upon with divinity? You seem to use that name in vain...is he/she/it some sort of God?

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Gushousekai195 In reply to CommanderFox [2007-07-29 04:35:13 +0000 UTC]

No, I just love to say "Oh, my Gushousekai." I also like to say "Momo mia!"

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CommanderFox In reply to Gushousekai195 [2007-07-30 23:59:30 +0000 UTC]

Lol! You would get along great with my friend James. He's Sicilian, so he says 'Moma mia!" all the time because he knows he can get away with it.
He also has the perfect German Dictator hair cut, so last time he stayed the night, me and my friend :ExecutionerGarret: drew a Hitler mustache on him....It was a riot!!!! He pulled it off so good! We were rolling with laughter when he looked into the mirror and we saw the expression on his face!

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Gushousekai195 In reply to CommanderFox [2007-12-28 15:23:41 +0000 UTC]

DO NOT LIKE!

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Aelius24 In reply to CommanderFox [2007-07-22 18:17:07 +0000 UTC]

Oh cool! I'd love to see it, and I'm sure it would be fine to post it (just remember to the character's creator ^_^ )
Thanks for your input, too. His scars will come in time, as his adventures will take him through a multitude of situations and battles through his years. The tail... heh, yeah I've always had a problem with making them too big XD Gotta work on that.
Heh, don't worry about keeping me hooked up. One of the more useful ways for an artist to improve is to take feedback, suggestions, and constructive criticism

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CommanderFox In reply to Aelius24 [2007-07-24 16:58:11 +0000 UTC]

I'm glad your such a good sport about that. It makes feel like I can help you

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Aelius24 In reply to CommanderFox [2007-07-25 20:54:58 +0000 UTC]

No problem ^_^

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