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Kuroikii — Atlatl in Hand

Published: 2010-06-06 07:19:09 +0000 UTC; Views: 2098; Favourites: 25; Downloads: 47
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Description This is a 100% original character design I made for the Fantasy Earth Zero contest on deviantART .


SCOUT

Overall concept - I see the scout character as being in tune with nature, but I still wanted my clothing design to be original. She does not have a lot of heavy clothing, armor, or weaponry (which would be just too unwieldy for a scout to pull off). I went for a standard light combat outfit with certain elements, designs, and colors inspired by nature.

Big Shell Helm - Modified from a giant snail shell, this headgear is specifically designed to amplify sound. She can hear a sorcerer casting spells a mile away. An added benefit is that it is lightweight and changes her silhouette (which may be helpful when trying to hide).

Lynx Paw Boots - Specialized boots with paw pads and claws. Its tracks resemble that of a large animal, making this scout that much harder to follow.

Atlatl and Spear - I quickly figured out that a large bow is an absurd thing to be carrying everywhere for a scout. The scout's design is meant to be light and agile. That's why this scout is smart. Utilizing the ancient spear thrower known as an altlatl in Meso-American culture, this weapon can launch a poisoned dart/spear around 100 km per hour. She can also use a large, specialized dart as a combat spear, if need be (pictured here). In addition, the atlatl also takes the form of a nasty blade. (The notch on the top of the blade what is used to launch the spear).

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So please at least comment on this before it loses (as I know it will). I really wanna do a digital version of her, more closely resembling the art style of the game, Fantasy Earth Zero. It would probably compete better with the other entries as well.

So... too many hours sketching designs both on paper and in Photoshop. Line art and coloring done in colored pencil and marker. Photoshop used for putting together elements and additions/adjustments/making it look purty.
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Comments: 47

ElvenLoreLady [2012-07-05 18:00:02 +0000 UTC]

*Picks jaw up off of ground* Sweet Gaia!
I LOVE how you blended the coloured pencils! It really should have been in the top five!
*Goes to top of page to add to favourites*

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Kuroikii In reply to ElvenLoreLady [2012-07-06 16:04:53 +0000 UTC]

Aw, thanks! ^u^

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Lunnett [2011-01-25 21:54:08 +0000 UTC]

I think thia is very beautiful ! I love how you used the colors !

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Kuroikii In reply to Lunnett [2011-01-26 17:25:05 +0000 UTC]

Thank you. I wish I had time to work with colored pencils more often. :3

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Tiger-Kai [2010-06-25 12:46:02 +0000 UTC]

Awwww! This should have been in the top 25, it was my favourite! Well done though

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Kuroikii In reply to Tiger-Kai [2010-07-04 20:13:49 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for your support! That's what means the most.

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RawrOfLife [2010-06-09 06:03:21 +0000 UTC]

! :3

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Kuroikii In reply to RawrOfLife [2010-06-09 18:05:43 +0000 UTC]

>u<

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RawrOfLife In reply to Kuroikii [2010-06-12 16:48:36 +0000 UTC]

Very naisu drawing, the natural pencils have a charm.

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Kuroikii In reply to RawrOfLife [2010-06-17 20:47:44 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for the comment. :3

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RawrOfLife In reply to Kuroikii [2010-06-20 15:10:41 +0000 UTC]

No problemu~

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TheSpyderDuster [2010-06-08 23:52:53 +0000 UTC]

She's very sweet looking, I love her delicate features.

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Kuroikii In reply to TheSpyderDuster [2010-06-09 00:28:31 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much for the comment. My second entry is a male sorcerer design, and he's anything but delicate. xD Also I'm doing it in photoshop with a watercolor paint technique.

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TheSpyderDuster In reply to Kuroikii [2010-06-12 09:43:31 +0000 UTC]

Ooh I can't wait to see !

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picturebyclay [2010-06-08 19:57:08 +0000 UTC]

You are really talented and creative, Bravo !!!

Ain't saying much coz I am way unnable to do 1% of what you do with a pencil !!!!

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Kuroikii In reply to picturebyclay [2010-06-09 00:29:28 +0000 UTC]

Well, I can't do 0.0005% of what you do with a camera!

Thank you very much for stopping by, and for the lovely comment.

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picturebyclay In reply to Kuroikii [2010-06-09 07:35:33 +0000 UTC]

You are welcome !!

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Blue-drag0nfly [2010-06-07 19:24:58 +0000 UTC]

wow, luv it <3 !!!

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Kuroikii In reply to Blue-drag0nfly [2010-06-08 01:28:15 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for the comment.

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Backfirejr [2010-06-07 11:12:10 +0000 UTC]

Nice idea with the helmet, there's just one thing I'd like to point out; Wouldn't any loud noise close to her, like an explosion, make her eardrums pop?

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Backfirejr In reply to Backfirejr [2010-06-07 11:21:51 +0000 UTC]

I gotta add, that the image in itself is stunning and you're very skilled at coloring with color-pencils. I do have some issues with the concept; Wouldn't carrying around the specialized dart (combat spear) ruin the whole idea of not carrying a bow because it's large? You know, there are lots of bows that are small enough for them to be of use to a scout. A spear would be even more unwieldy than even a longbow, in this case. I could go on, explaining reasons for using a bow instead of the makeshift spear (dart), but I think you get what I'm saying here. Also, I don't think neon-green counts as cammouflage... I mean, she IS a scout, so she wouldn't want to be seen a mile away.

Love the idea with the boots!

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Kuroikii In reply to Backfirejr [2010-06-07 16:18:26 +0000 UTC]

I must say, thank you for the comment and the analysis. I'm glad you like my art. In terms of the problems you pointed out with the concept, here's my response:

Helmet - I guess I never really thought of it amplifying an explosion. The idea I had for this character was to anticipate other people before the battle begins, so I guess she could take the helmet off before the battle starts in. But this is some thoughtlessness on my part.

Specialized dart v. Spear - I was dumb and forgot to explain in the artist comments that the spear is modified from a dart. Like, she may carry a few darts and then one she'll affix the spear to (but I guess this would be REALLY hard to do during an ambush). But again, the idea is supposed to be her sneaking up on people. Also, even if the spear-modified-dart IS heavy, it's no where near as heavy as the bow shown in the resource pack (the official artwork they gave us). I suppose I could have done with a light bow, but everyone and their grandma is designing a scout character with a bow. xD

Bright green on outfit - Okay, you got me there. I was just trying to go for something aesthetically pleasing. You should see some of the outfits on the official site. xD Generally, I expect my character to be hiding among the shadows, and to strike first.

Boots - The boots were pretty much my best and favorite idea throughout the character design process, so I'm glad you like them too.

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Backfirejr In reply to Kuroikii [2010-06-07 21:16:18 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for the reply!

Now that I've studied the resource pack, I see what you mean about the bow.About the dart/spear,
if she does retain the element of surprise, then it'd be a useful weapon to use.
It could be used in an ambush and would probably be great in that situation.

My only real problem with the helmet is the danger of damaging your ears when using it. If one
assumes, however, that it is partly because of some sort of magic, that the wearer can hear
what happens over great distances, then the whole situation is turned upside down. I imagine that
the wearer would have to specify what or who she/he would like to listen in on, before any sound would
be heard inside the helmet, through the seashells.

About the outfit, I gotta say that it's a general issue with many fantasy games nowadays, where
ranger/scout characters often wear clothes that make no sense, when thinking about the actual
function and concept of the given character's class/career.

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Kuroikii In reply to Backfirejr [2010-06-09 18:05:26 +0000 UTC]

Indeed! Well, I am coming up with another character design. A male sorcerer. I'm doing the design in digital, and looks even less practical! But it's okay because he's a sorcerer, right?

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Backfirejr In reply to Kuroikii [2010-06-10 11:11:52 +0000 UTC]

Of course! A good sorcerer doesn't need to move around a whole lot, so
the practicality of the outfit doesn't matter as much.

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Kuroikii In reply to Backfirejr [2010-06-10 16:53:16 +0000 UTC]

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acmangalover [2010-06-07 02:45:31 +0000 UTC]

first impression: Gwah! It's colored pencil! (I really said this out loud)
2nd impression: oh god, it's awesome!
3rd impression: I wish I could do this.
final impression: too freaking AWESOME. *nods*
can't wait to see if you do a full digital one! ^_^

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Kuroikii In reply to acmangalover [2010-06-07 16:07:45 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for the comment. I'm going to design a male sorcerer next. The rough sketch is coming out really awesome!

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acmangalover In reply to Kuroikii [2010-06-11 23:40:37 +0000 UTC]

I can't wait to see it!

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rebellion [2010-06-06 22:21:55 +0000 UTC]

This is nice! I really like the way you used your pencils. The ice is awesome!

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Kuroikii In reply to rebellion [2010-06-07 16:19:27 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for the lovely comment.

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Kuroikii [2010-06-06 16:18:13 +0000 UTC]

I forgot to mention. This character swears allegiance to King Huenkel of Netzavare.

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HylianLycan [2010-06-06 09:11:57 +0000 UTC]

wow, great coloring!
And a lot of thought went into this design, I think it has a very good chance in the contest. Good luck!

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Kuroikii In reply to HylianLycan [2010-06-06 15:53:35 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for the comment. I really appreciate it.

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smaggi24 [2010-06-06 08:57:25 +0000 UTC]

It's so awesome!!!
how did you draw this beautiful picture??

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Kuroikii In reply to smaggi24 [2010-06-06 15:52:53 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for the comment!

Well, I started out with a lot of rough sketches, but the finished product is mostly Prismacolor brand colored pencils. I used Photoshop when sketching out the rough line art, and for additions/adjustments. I was very careful when designing details and coloring in places.

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20Tourniquet02 [2010-06-06 08:14:29 +0000 UTC]

It's great!
I can't see the reason for it to lose!
I love it!
Make it with pencils is difficult sometimes,as it can easily be ruined by touching it or moving your hand on it.
Plus,I'm still working on my piece

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Kuroikii In reply to 20Tourniquet02 [2010-06-06 15:46:14 +0000 UTC]

Good luck with your piece, and thanks for the comment! Many of the entries thus far are digital, so I wanted to do something a bit different.

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20Tourniquet02 In reply to Kuroikii [2010-06-06 17:50:04 +0000 UTC]

You're very welcome and thanks!
Don't worry about the media they use!
All that matters is the creativity and the skills!
Plus,the fact that your piece isn't like the others makes it different and gives it more opportunities to win!

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Tiger-Kai [2010-06-06 07:55:08 +0000 UTC]

Wow! thats amazing. I'd pick it as the winner

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Kuroikii In reply to Tiger-Kai [2010-06-06 15:42:09 +0000 UTC]

Thank you. That really means a lot!

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lciav [2010-06-06 07:24:08 +0000 UTC]

This is really lovely, the colors and design look great, good luck!

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Kuroikii In reply to lciav [2010-06-06 07:25:21 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for the kind comment!

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Mastersanosa [2010-06-06 07:20:50 +0000 UTC]

SWEET BEANS!! I has no skill in color pencils, I couldn't do this
She's awesome!

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Kuroikii In reply to Mastersanosa [2010-06-06 07:22:24 +0000 UTC]

Aww... thanks, hun!

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Mastersanosa In reply to Kuroikii [2010-06-07 00:48:57 +0000 UTC]

Its true isnt it?

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Kuroikii In reply to Mastersanosa [2010-06-07 17:12:18 +0000 UTC]

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