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Spring-heeled Jack is a character in English folklore of the Victorian era who was known for his startling jumps. The first claimed sighting of Spring-heeled Jack was in 1837.[1] Later sightings were reported all over England and were especially prevalent in suburban London, the Midlands and Scotland.[2]There are many theories about the nature and identity of Spring-heeled Jack. This urban legend was very popular in its time, due to the tales of his bizarre appearance and ability to make extraordinary leaps, to the point that he became the topic of several works of fiction.
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A race of half mortal demons that would account for the sighting in different parts of Europe
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This guy has been seen in Denmark where he is known as the Tag Vandren or Roof Walker
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I still remember when "World Heroes 2" by SNK came out and they had the character on there named Jack, who was this tall punk with Freddy Kruger-like claws on both hands.
He was supposed to be inspired as a combination of Jack the Ripper and Spring-Heeled Jack. Really unique design too.
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As a "fan" of SHJ, I approve of this drawing. fav.me/d76fnqv
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First off... wonderful picture. I'd say 8.5 out of 10.
But to me this is one, if not my absolute favorite depiction (other than the old Penny Dreadfuls) of Spring Heeled Jack and you captured the very idea of what this creature would have been like at the time. This is a menace... This is a monster... but exactly is it? Is it human, is a demon, or even an alien?
For this aspect I would honestly say 11.5 out of 10. And deserves a favorite.
And if I may... can I use this as any reference to future projects of mine?
Keep up the good work!
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We liked your painting so much that we put in an italian article about not-so-known monsters ( freidajoe.wordpress.com/)
We obviously indicated you as author of the drawing and linked to your deviant profile as well.
Just to let you know that we've appreciated your workΒ
Herr Joe & Madame Freida
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It appear's so,Springheel Jack was often said to possess long claws
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Hi - You say my image is in a magazine, do you know which one and when?
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Idk number, but in this:Β rf-hobby.cz/?profil=enigma
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Do you think that spring heeled jack may have been the inspiration of batman? And a little bit of superman?
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This picture is really amazing. I was just thinking what Spring Heeled Jack would wear, and his clothes here looks fantastic
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I love this picture, and I love that you chose to do a picture of Spring Heeled Jack.
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très bon travail ,commentaire éloquent et accrocheur présage d'une intéressante série,continu
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Last sighting was 1989, some say He come out ever 25 or 30 years! So He due do be seen soon.
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TY for the link
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