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The first of 5-7 images for the "Extraction" comic, to be produced as part of my Drawing 500 class.This character reflects my prefered gaming style; calm coordination, support, and defense.
+ I added a little bio box. I'm not sure if it looks better or worse this way.
Character name: "Major" or "Master" or "Big Red"
Based on: My persona Master Oki Akai
Rank: Major
Role: Head of Rescue Operations for the PMC (Private Military Contractor)
Position: Commander and Defense (Rear)
EQUIPMENT:
Armor: Level V Assault Class body armor and heavy Kevlar suit. (Normally you'd wear a helmet with this position) Carries a battery pack in the back armor piece.
Primary Weapon: M16A4 with M203 40mm Grenade Launcher
-Heavy Barrel, Rifle Scope, Z-Rail, Laser+Illuminator device, Silencer, Side Sling-
[2x Clamped 30rd Clips 5.56mm NATO] [2x Clamped 30rd Clips 5.56mm Armor Piercing] [1x 100rd Dual Drum 5.56mm NATO with Tracers]
[3x 40mm HE Grenades]
Secondary Weapon: 18in. Combat Bowie
Sidearm: .44 Magnum 6in. Revolver
[6rds .44 Hollow Points] [12rds .44 Armor Piercing]
Other:
[2x HE Frag Grenades] [1x Large Med Pack including Surgical Kit] [2x Stick Flares] [Snake Cam] [Throat Radio] [Advanced Tactical HUD] [OPSAT Main]
REFERENCES AND NOTES:
M16A4/A2 Assault Rifle
The upper shell is from an M16A2. Why? because I see no point in carrying the extra materials and weight for a screw on carrying handle, even if the weight is "negligable". Why do I keep the handle? Because it raises the sight to a more comfortable position for me. The point is, it's still a 3-round burst.
Why do I stay with the old M203 instead of the new version? Because I like the barrel housing better than anything else out there. This is about aesthetic preferences above ergonomics. And some people may attribute it to a PREDATOR reference. It is not, though that film was very instrumental in my development.
And I deliberately remove the grenade sight so I don't have to draw since I'd never use it.
18in. Combat Bowie
THIS however IS a PREDATOR reference. Taking directly from the movie blade itself. I have yet to decide if or how it gets used though.
OPSAT Main Unit
This is a reinforced tablet PC. The design was inspired by the equipment In STARGATE ATLANTIS. I chose this design to replace the PSP/PDA looking handheld devide that would strap onto his leg.
Tactical HUD
This is the only truely fictional device this character has. Though the technology does indeed exist to create similar devices. One that is as compact and Hi-Tech as this does not yet exist outside of video games. (to the best of my knowledge) You might see G.R.A.W. for a similar device.
The HUD here displays map data and communication info uploaded through the OPSAT Main. It keeps him from looking at the OPSAT screen all the time.
Other Images
[link] The original concept design for MOA.
[link] A rough image of MOA with his revolver
N/A I have a commission from in the works
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Comments: 44
Oppaiko [2008-03-09 08:58:45 +0000 UTC]
I'm sorry dude, but again...
You wouldn't see a major as a squad commander. IIt's technically possible, but very unlikely.
In Masumune Shirow's Ghost in the Shell, Kusanagi Motoko is a very unusual case. She was lent to a civilian orginization from the Ground Self Defense Force. (Which does happen in real life.) But if you notice, everyone else in the unit is Civilian. Batau was once a US Army Ranger, before he immigrated to Japan. (According to Stand Alone Complex.) But again, all indications are that he was enlisted.
Again, Nice artwork.
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to Oppaiko [2008-03-09 10:41:47 +0000 UTC]
I'm sure you're correct.
But these guys are PMC, not enlisted military.
So then, if I understand it correctly, these guys are ALL civilians, LIKE Batou. The ranks are more arbitrary for the sake of relating one character to another.
Furthermore I take Major to keep me ABOVE Captain, which has to do with the second character, Keltcher, and still remain in the field.
That has more to do with my personal relationship with my friend than storyline.
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Oppaiko In reply to MasterOkiAkai [2008-03-09 21:48:19 +0000 UTC]
Thanks for the info. I understand more now. But yes, please do make use of the info when you're with your friend.
Um, I know it may seem obvious, but if you are researching PMCs, have you researched Blackwater Inc? They have a lot of contracts around the world.
- E`m
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to Oppaiko [2008-03-09 22:32:53 +0000 UTC]
actually no, I had to halt my research while i was looking for names, and trying to seperate the truth from the fiction as it where.
I have heard of them, I just haven't looked into them as much as I would like.
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Crystal-for-ever [2008-02-05 03:50:13 +0000 UTC]
I really love your character! I love this pose and the coloring. I got to say that your character is one of my favorite characters I have ever seen^O^
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to Crystal-for-ever [2008-02-05 03:52:25 +0000 UTC]
Oh RALLY? ^^
And what makes you say that?
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Crystal-for-ever In reply to MasterOkiAkai [2008-02-05 03:55:23 +0000 UTC]
three things that make me say that.^^
1. The hair and color, I just love the style of his hair and really nice color of red you used on it^^
2. The way you draw him, I always love seeing you draw this character and the themes you use on him.
3. Last one is the skin color. Just kind of reminds me a bit of Natasha's little tan skin.
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to Crystal-for-ever [2008-02-05 03:59:39 +0000 UTC]
Really? I see this character design many other places, with little variation. I was beginning to think he was getting cliche! ^^
Go check FA luv. Pwesent for you.
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metalformer [2008-01-30 18:13:17 +0000 UTC]
Overall work looks gorgeous! I like the setting a lot.
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BalloonPrincess [2008-01-30 09:59:03 +0000 UTC]
Looking at this a second time, I can almost hear the military march theme they used in "Aliens"; pretty sure you know what I mean. Makes me wonder what he's about to handle ...
Awesome work, Young Master!
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to BalloonPrincess [2008-01-30 12:28:38 +0000 UTC]
He's about to handle it ALL!
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DuoM In reply to MasterOkiAkai [2008-01-30 01:52:17 +0000 UTC]
YOU HAVE NO IDEA HOW WEIRD IT FEELS TO GET A REPLY THAT QUICK....
Other than that, lookin forward to seeing the Cap Redesigned, although I bloody demand he have a pack of cigs on his ear like Cid from FFVII. Fuud 4 thought
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to DuoM [2008-01-30 02:44:40 +0000 UTC]
Nothing on his ear, but one in his mouth, way ahead of you.
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FoxLightstep In reply to MasterOkiAkai [2008-01-30 16:42:58 +0000 UTC]
opinion/
I think it would ruin it to put a cig there
most likely that is...
/opinion
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to FoxLightstep [2008-01-30 17:53:22 +0000 UTC]
You misunderstand Fox.
He was talking about a DIFFERENT character.
The next one is the Capt. and he will have a smoke.
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FoxLightstep In reply to MasterOkiAkai [2008-01-30 18:20:10 +0000 UTC]
Ah.. Ok. My bad there.
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XullraeZauviir [2008-01-29 19:18:59 +0000 UTC]
Sweet background. I'm really lovin' his shades.
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to XullraeZauviir [2008-01-29 19:39:07 +0000 UTC]
I'm thinking about adding a Bio Blurb here in a sec...
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FoxLightstep [2008-01-29 16:59:45 +0000 UTC]
Curious... What's your comic about?
Lovely pic btw. I like the lighting style you got from that laptop there.
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to FoxLightstep [2008-01-29 17:07:15 +0000 UTC]
Think Metal Gear.
It'll get more specific as I go.
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FoxLightstep In reply to MasterOkiAkai [2008-01-30 16:44:04 +0000 UTC]
Ah ok.. I never played that game myself but I watched my older brother play the first one. I couldn't understand it or the controls xP
(I don't remember her name) Is that black chick gonna be in it too? (wow that sound so racist...)
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to FoxLightstep [2008-01-30 17:51:50 +0000 UTC]
No it doesn't because "black" is not racist. It's racially related, but not racist. Big difference.
And the only black female character in the MGS series was in MGS2. Her name was Fortune.
Or is that not who you meant?
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FoxLightstep In reply to MasterOkiAkai [2008-01-30 18:22:21 +0000 UTC]
Nono. I meant your OC girl.. Red Rum? I think that's the one I'm talking about..
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to FoxLightstep [2008-01-30 18:49:17 +0000 UTC]
Oh, no she definitly will not.
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Caffeinated-Creator [2008-01-29 15:51:08 +0000 UTC]
Jummy, I like your references but you saying that about SG Atlantis immediately made the image blur for me and it looked like a buffed up Dr McKay... hillarious...
anyways, rambling and stupidity on my side..aside; I really like this and hope to see more. Here's a fan of your yet unmade comic or.. y'know, whatever!
*fears lemons*
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to Caffeinated-Creator [2008-01-29 17:08:02 +0000 UTC]
Well the funny thing is my last name is MacKay, so Rodney drives me and my dad NUTS! XD
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Caffeinated-Creator In reply to MasterOkiAkai [2008-01-29 18:31:15 +0000 UTC]
Oh my god... I love that guy!!! And its such a cool name; I appoint you my new god.
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to Caffeinated-Creator [2008-01-29 18:38:55 +0000 UTC]
HA! One more into the fold! XD
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Caffeinated-Creator In reply to MasterOkiAkai [2008-01-29 18:44:37 +0000 UTC]
O allmighty McKay.. what be thy bidding, master?
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to Caffeinated-Creator [2008-01-29 18:58:24 +0000 UTC]
Bring unto MOA...a SHRUBBERY!
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Caffeinated-Creator In reply to MasterOkiAkai [2008-01-29 22:53:00 +0000 UTC]
NI!!!!
Ok! *fetches two shrubberehs, builds fences and cobbles a path down the middle*
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djdragonblood [2008-01-29 03:41:52 +0000 UTC]
Wow! Looks stunning. I can see the time spent on this work!
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BalloonPrincess [2008-01-26 05:54:25 +0000 UTC]
Looking really good there, Young Master! A good character design and a tight looking background ...
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djdragonblood [2008-01-25 21:46:13 +0000 UTC]
Looks like it's going in an awesome direction with the lighting. But, wow.. 3 sources?! That would take me forever to complete with 3 sources... MOA is very brave... or just plain awesome.
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MasterOkiAkai In reply to djdragonblood [2008-01-25 21:52:14 +0000 UTC]
It is being a challenge, I tell you what! -_-;
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