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Published: 2008-05-16 07:11:17 +0000 UTC; Views: 55438; Favourites: 1271; Downloads: 1093
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Description This picture was more or less a visualization of what the Fire Lord and Lady's clothes look like. I really wish I had the patience to put a background in here, but alas - I do not.

There are a few reasons for this picture.

First of all. I like Zuko and Katara together. It gives me nice fuzzy feelings inside

Second of all, I am really tired of seeing pictures of 'Fire Lord and Lady' ONLY dressed in the colors black, maroon and gold. So here is my long shibang about the fashion of the Fire Nation.


What I know is that there are many colors that make up fire, be it a camp fire, a candle, the suns rays, a comet hurtling towards earth... there are many colors in fire. I think it actually goes blue, white, yellow, orange then red from hottest to coolest.

What I am trying to express is the idea that for a hundred years, the fire nation rained down destructive fire and thus, for a hundred years, it was a fashion staple to only have red, black and gold. But with Zuko as the new Fire Lord, I am sure that he and Katara would want to push the war as far out of the way as possible, leaving it to the history books. He wants the nations to prosper, which led me to thinking about 'a new day rising' The sun rising. The suns colors as it rises.

The robes that this new king wears are those of energy and hope. A new flame; a young spark emerging from the ashes of the corrupted fires that spread through out the kingdoms. This is the beginning of something new, and I whole heartedly think that Zuko and Katara would be the first to embrace such a change.

And its kinda neat, because when you squint your eyes, and look at them, they do kinda look like flames Pretty cool.

So do we all get the symbolism? I only ask because I really want to get my point across.
Red+black+gold=destructive, corrupted fire of the war
Blue+yellow+orange=sunrise, reborn energy, life

And the third thing is I cannot believe that the fire nation only has gold thread and black and red dye.... in its entire kingdom. No way. Ty-Lee got some pink, so where the heck did the rest of the pink cloth go?!

Here are my references for the robes:
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And the patterns that I used:
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Comments: 278

NautilusL2 In reply to ??? [2010-11-16 23:45:15 +0000 UTC]

thank you! I like your evil cat icon

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laicka03 In reply to NautilusL2 [2010-11-17 01:16:07 +0000 UTC]

lol! actually is a fox!
but they are really cool!

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merpity [2010-11-11 06:39:08 +0000 UTC]

I love your theory behind the image. It makes perfect sense. For the longest time throughout the series, those dark-colored firey clothes indicated something ruthless and scary in the Fire Nation. Zuko redeemed the Fire Nation and through that, I can see why a change of colors would work afterwards. Your image and design gorgeously go along with that. Plus ZUTARA! Great work.

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NautilusL2 In reply to merpity [2010-11-11 14:51:52 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for reading the description! I'm glad you agree with the changes between old fire nation and new fire nation.

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TheAngelPhantom In reply to ??? [2010-10-30 03:45:04 +0000 UTC]

I'm favoriting this because of your description in your comments about the clothing.
Personally, I'm a Zuko/Toph lover cause I could kind of see it happening, what with their personalities. I've just never fancied Zuko/Katara cause of their personalities, that and they just don't seem to "click" with me. But, that's my opinion. I'm gonna be one of THOSE people who will lash out at someone saying their pairing is stupid or it isn't canon. It's just rude and irrelevant.

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NautilusL2 In reply to TheAngelPhantom [2010-10-30 14:30:24 +0000 UTC]

Wait - youre "gonna be one of THOSE people who will lash out at someone saying their pairing is stupid or it isn't canon"?? Well thats your choice I guess.

I like Toph and Zuko too..

I'm glad you read the description/essay about the clothes, I appreciate that!

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TheAngelPhantom In reply to NautilusL2 [2010-10-30 19:21:43 +0000 UTC]

Oh no, no, no! I'm NOT one of those people!
I knew I forgot to put something in there. I'm SO sorry! XD

Most welcome! I understand how frustrating it is when people don't read the description and just quickly assume something.

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tinmiss1939 In reply to ??? [2010-09-19 04:08:12 +0000 UTC]

It's a beautiful picture, and all the thought behind it makes it even more awesome. Love the pink, blue, and orange, especially. So hopeful! I think the characters would love it--you know, if they were real people

The designs are nice, too. They fit in with canon, but are very original, too. Katara's sheer shawl and the pearls on her head dress add a subtle touch of water to her costume. Good work.

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NautilusL2 In reply to tinmiss1939 [2010-09-20 01:11:35 +0000 UTC]

thank you so much for the wonderful reply! I'm glad you have enjoyed the picture and its meaning!

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SkipStep In reply to ??? [2010-08-04 18:00:45 +0000 UTC]

different of any zutara'art i've ever seen.
beautiful and excellent choice of colours^^!
fav*

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NautilusL2 In reply to SkipStep [2010-08-11 17:49:52 +0000 UTC]

thank you! I love your icon btw.

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AurumEstPotestas [2010-07-26 15:39:13 +0000 UTC]

ooh, beautiful! I love the textures, the variety of colors and the overall design...it's refreshing to see something other than Fire Nation red and gold

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NautilusL2 In reply to AurumEstPotestas [2010-07-26 20:35:15 +0000 UTC]

thanks! Glad you approve

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Moussajinx [2010-07-18 00:52:50 +0000 UTC]

it's still oh, so prettay!

so much so!

'bows'

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NautilusL2 In reply to Moussajinx [2010-07-18 03:24:37 +0000 UTC]

thanks!

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Moussajinx In reply to ??? [2010-07-18 00:39:59 +0000 UTC]

They are still damn pretty, and I still like the colour choices.

The line is clean,
the colours are clear,
and it's a lovely day to go sailing!




*whoosh!!*

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NautilusL2 In reply to Moussajinx [2010-07-18 03:24:47 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much

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JustVenus In reply to ??? [2010-07-16 06:18:07 +0000 UTC]

OMG,THEY LOOK SO PRETTY!
I'm not hardcore Zutara,but they definitely have more chemistry than Kataang!

I'm taanger(: hai!
Oh and I love your work,it's sooo pretty and the colors are amazing.
Also you drew Katara quite well,she looks beautiful!
AND ZUKO LOOKS HAPPY!

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NautilusL2 In reply to JustVenus [2010-07-17 00:56:13 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it that other shippers can like the art for the design and not the pairing

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MaryBWolf In reply to ??? [2010-07-15 21:16:08 +0000 UTC]

This is so lovely. I read the artist's comment, and I can't help but get goosebumps. I never thought about the fashion--the story was always more focused on the war and things.

I can't stop staring at it, trying to pick out all the designs on the fabric.

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NautilusL2 In reply to MaryBWolf [2010-07-15 21:46:47 +0000 UTC]

haha, thank you! I think that probably for the show, the costumes were simplified because it was a show about characters and war. I think that the robes of each nation were color coded so that the viewers could follow where they were and who they were dealing with, it just made it easier. I know I would hate to be denied what I wanted to wear if my favorite color is yellow but Im a water tribe person, thus I can only wear blue.

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16stolenxpaperthin [2010-07-14 06:35:01 +0000 UTC]

Wow. Just ... wow.

I've seen so many people do variations for the Fire Nation Robes, but yours is one of the first to have an explanation and to make perfect and beautiful sense.

I approve of the blue and white, especially, since Katara is from the water tribe. xP It's almost like they decided to mix their colors.

But mehgehd, girl, you have talent. I absolutely ADORE how this piece looks. The lines are crisp and clean, and the colors are so vivid, without hurting the eyes. It's a stunning visual of your concept [which is equally awe-inspiring] and I absolutely adore it.

Seriously. You are amazing. I can't even...gah.

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NautilusL2 In reply to 16stolenxpaperthin [2010-07-14 15:13:00 +0000 UTC]

What a great review! Im so glad that you acknowledge that there just *has* to be more than Fire Nation maroon and black. I wish I could put my thoughts into words! Watch me struggle as I try to explain myself

First of all, I cant believe you read the whole spiel! So thank you for taking the time to read my explanation!

Just because youre fire nation you dont HAVE to wear red. Because youre a water tribe you dont HAVE wear blue. Dye exists people! Use it! And I really think that fashion changes with time (like war) and so it would go in a completely different direction from where it came. So white/blue/orange is the new red!

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16stolenxpaperthin In reply to NautilusL2 [2010-07-15 06:55:15 +0000 UTC]

Not a problem. I like reading artist's descriptions.

Also! I totally agree with you on the white/blue/orange thing. It's like a gentler, cooler fire. And it matches peace and tranquility so much, it's just pretty. I adore your artwork so much.

So hoorah.

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atharvaveda27 In reply to ??? [2010-06-28 02:38:13 +0000 UTC]

Personally I do not like Zutara, but this is a very lovely fashion design. I like all the detail and the thought you put into it.

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NautilusL2 In reply to atharvaveda27 [2010-06-29 02:11:51 +0000 UTC]

thank you, I appreciate the comment!

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trishna87 In reply to ??? [2010-06-27 10:08:56 +0000 UTC]

This never ceases to amaze me *V*

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NautilusL2 In reply to trishna87 [2010-06-27 19:27:14 +0000 UTC]

haha, well thank you

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Jecksy-Candy [2010-06-19 04:12:53 +0000 UTC]

NYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA LOVED IT SO VERY MUCH!
Their expressions are lovely and the robes are GORGEOUUUUSSSS!!
i loved you put white, blue and pink on the robes!

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NautilusL2 In reply to Jecksy-Candy [2010-06-19 17:56:43 +0000 UTC]

thank you!!

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Alexandraya In reply to ??? [2010-06-06 23:55:52 +0000 UTC]

If I recall violet is hotter than blue, thou I could be wrong in that regard. But I agree with you. also these are lovely.

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NautilusL2 In reply to Alexandraya [2010-06-07 19:35:39 +0000 UTC]

thanks!

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Alexandraya In reply to NautilusL2 [2010-06-07 20:51:51 +0000 UTC]

Welcome.

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RowanandKatrina In reply to ??? [2010-05-26 20:01:17 +0000 UTC]

he-he, good point about the colors. I did find it funny that to sneak into an enemy nation and convince them you're supposed to be there, you just have to wear *red clothes* and no one will suspect a thing. ^_^

Your design is lovely and refreshing to look at.

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NautilusL2 In reply to RowanandKatrina [2010-05-26 22:32:00 +0000 UTC]

thank you

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Himoko-chan In reply to ??? [2010-04-20 01:51:27 +0000 UTC]

Whyyyy couldn't this picture have become canon for the series? D= <3 it, nonetheless.

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RuhiNunchuck In reply to ??? [2010-04-15 22:07:38 +0000 UTC]

Yeah I totally get what you were going for. Great translation!

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NautilusL2 In reply to RuhiNunchuck [2010-04-15 22:52:52 +0000 UTC]

thank you so much! Its a good feeling having someone understand what I was going for.

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RuhiNunchuck In reply to NautilusL2 [2010-04-16 16:40:39 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome

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necrono In reply to ??? [2010-04-03 01:22:07 +0000 UTC]

Fabulous concept and rendering!!!

I love how much thought went into their design. You are a real concept artist!

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NautilusL2 In reply to necrono [2010-04-03 03:11:26 +0000 UTC]

thanks!

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Guyverman In reply to ??? [2010-03-31 04:25:34 +0000 UTC]

I know you like Zutara, but still don't deny that Mai is Zuko's canon love.

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NautilusL2 In reply to Guyverman [2010-03-31 05:40:08 +0000 UTC]

I don't think I ever did?

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BritishMorningTea In reply to ??? [2010-03-04 05:53:39 +0000 UTC]

I like how you're mixing cultures with your reference pics :]

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NautilusL2 In reply to BritishMorningTea [2010-03-06 01:46:44 +0000 UTC]

thanks!

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ryusparrow [2010-01-23 19:09:53 +0000 UTC]

beautiful work, details of the costumes are great and I like the characters expression . congratulation, that's a wonderful drawing!

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NautilusL2 In reply to ryusparrow [2010-01-25 19:01:41 +0000 UTC]

thank you very much~!

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charla316 In reply to ??? [2009-12-28 18:32:14 +0000 UTC]

awsome drawing ^^

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TwilightArc In reply to ??? [2009-12-13 04:01:57 +0000 UTC]

I have to agree with your rationale. If you're going to try and change the mentality of a people, change what they see. I embrace this idea, and besides, it's much more fetching than the black+maroon+gold.

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bluemoon-alice [2009-11-19 06:22:16 +0000 UTC]

yaaay zutara!

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