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Published: 2011-08-22 21:10:06 +0000 UTC; Views: 4747; Favourites: 167; Downloads: 0
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His scarf was battered and ruined...
He could no longer smell her fragile fragrance upon it, as the dust and decay circled around him closing her off completely.
He had lost both his hat and a glove amidst the skirmish, and he now sought them in earnest amidst the settling debris. Hunkered low in the stance of one submissive, his eyes darted about the room, as he drew tentatively toward the light’s piercing gaze.

A flicker of movement stole his focus, as his hands graced the cold stones of the crumbling wall.
A single sound split the silence, and another followed closely behind. Several more screeched in anger as they sailed through the open wall, wailing as they passed him.
Still cradling his remaining glove Francoeur drew himself upright, casting his massive shadow amidst the swirling darkness before him.
Another cry erupted in response to his movement, only this one was accompanied by an abrupt and piercing pain.

The gunman may have missed his target… but his bullet had found its mark.
Recovering slowly from the shock, Francoeur lifted a single hand to grasp the remaining frame, as the pieces fell through his fingers.
He inspected the remains of his mask, exposing himself fully to his pursuer.
All of these precious trinkets.. none of them would convince him, or anyone else of his humanity.
A strange heat stung his eyes, as tears stained his cheeks.

…Nothing would convince them now.
It had been fun,while it lasted.
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Blegh.. Definitely not my favorite piece.
But I tried so here goes~

More symbolism with that scarf of his ^_^
I stated in my previous deviation that, 'During my searches I've noticed the vast majority of the movie art depicts Francoeur in hues of Red/Black whenever they are classifying him as a monster. Yet, in the video clips his tones are very soft, consisting almost souly of blues/whites.
I think this creates a magnificent contrast between how he appears to be, vs how he truly is.'
I drew him in the blue scarf this time, to show that his ties to humanity are tattered and fraying.
He's loosing himself amidst the two extremes essentially.

As for who's perusing him, go watch the trailer (if you don't already have it memorized ^^'')
[link]
There is only one character with a gun in the entire reel.


-S.o.S

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Francoeur (c) Europa
Image (c) ShadowofSolace
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Comments: 34

Stitchydaflutter [2016-10-20 00:26:41 +0000 UTC]

Excuse me while i go cry in my emo corner

; w ;

 

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Dream-Angel-Artista [2012-10-20 19:16:06 +0000 UTC]

>\\\\w\\\\< I LOVE HIS BODY!

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ShadowOfSolace In reply to Dream-Angel-Artista [2012-10-20 21:07:06 +0000 UTC]

LMAO!
Ya, his twiggy arms are my favorite ^w^

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Dream-Angel-Artista In reply to ShadowOfSolace [2012-10-21 04:14:00 +0000 UTC]

He always sexy! XD

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Carden-Frey [2011-11-07 13:21:45 +0000 UTC]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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ShadowOfSolace In reply to Carden-Frey [2011-11-07 17:21:17 +0000 UTC]

Thankist so many!!
I really appreciate it despite the fact my hands are getting tired from replying to every LAST ONE XD

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Carden-Frey In reply to ShadowOfSolace [2011-11-07 22:30:18 +0000 UTC]

Sorry for the hand cramp, it was totally worth it.

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Carden-Frey [2011-08-30 04:04:05 +0000 UTC]

I really love how good your getting with shading, and that your trying new things. Also his eyes are awesome... and I'll probably say that on every one of him, but still eyes are awesome.

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Shroudheart61 [2011-08-26 07:49:12 +0000 UTC]

This looks beautiful! The background is incredible!

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ShadowOfSolace In reply to Shroudheart61 [2011-08-27 19:49:28 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so very much!
I was quite apprehensive to attempt one, but I do agree it turned out alright.

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FlyingLimes [2011-08-24 01:24:56 +0000 UTC]

QnQ Is sad. Bwah I have to go listen to La Seine again to cheer myself up now.

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ShadowOfSolace In reply to FlyingLimes [2011-08-24 02:00:48 +0000 UTC]

*brings the popcorn*
Yay La Seine!

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FlyingLimes In reply to ShadowOfSolace [2011-08-24 02:22:18 +0000 UTC]

I feel better now!

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PiccoloFanXXL [2011-08-23 07:29:00 +0000 UTC]

ahhhhhh this is soooo sad

But the picture and the coloring is amazing!

I like his "abs" details

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ShadowOfSolace In reply to PiccoloFanXXL [2011-08-23 18:01:09 +0000 UTC]

Hahahaha ya me too!
I got done and was like 'OMG apparently I know how to shade abs!'
Hehehee

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PiccoloFanXXL In reply to ShadowOfSolace [2011-08-23 18:26:18 +0000 UTC]

lol

abbbbbbbs! XD

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ShadowOfSolace In reply to PiccoloFanXXL [2011-08-23 18:59:53 +0000 UTC]

Hahaha I know right?
It's sad when a BUG is more physically fit then you are.
*shakes fist at my gut*
Be toned dang you!

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PiccoloFanXXL In reply to ShadowOfSolace [2011-08-23 19:50:58 +0000 UTC]

lol

yeah mister sexy superfit bug XD

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PendrasCornielius [2011-08-23 03:20:09 +0000 UTC]

i am, in love, with your shading technique!!

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ShadowOfSolace In reply to PendrasCornielius [2011-08-23 03:24:21 +0000 UTC]

Omg! I think it is so very messy, but that is so kind of you to say!
Do u use Sai by chance?

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PendrasCornielius In reply to ShadowOfSolace [2011-08-23 03:43:41 +0000 UTC]

im seriously jeaouls/inlove with the shading, it doesnt look messy at all

no i use pcs5, sai is more for mac's right?

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ShadowOfSolace In reply to PendrasCornielius [2011-08-23 07:21:15 +0000 UTC]

I don't think Sai is actually available for Mac's currently.
-and if it is i bet its run on a windows subserver.
Sai is like the japanese version of photoshop.
It's alot simpler to use (not to mention alot cheaper).
A friend showed it to me and I have been hooked ever since.
What is PCS5? Do u recommend it? :3

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PendrasCornielius In reply to ShadowOfSolace [2011-08-23 07:49:55 +0000 UTC]

pcs5 is just photoshop cs5 shortened. its the lastest version if they havent gotten out a newerversion yet. im still trying to figure it out and ive had it for a while but im lazy and i just stick to tools i like XD. i do most of my work on it if i decide to not just sketch.

ive wanted to try Sai cause the results look amazing i'll have to look into getting it so i can play with it

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ShadowOfSolace In reply to PendrasCornielius [2011-08-24 03:42:31 +0000 UTC]

Sai is really an amazing tool.
It was $50.00 even when I purchased it and now that it is becoming more popular it has a vast assortment of downloads available on DA just like Photoshop does! (brushes, stamps, textures etc.)

I wish you the best, and I hope this lead helps you in some way!
Let me know if you have any further questions in the future :3

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ShadowLillium [2011-08-23 03:19:45 +0000 UTC]

So good.....

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ShadowOfSolace In reply to ShadowLillium [2011-08-23 03:24:32 +0000 UTC]

*blush*
Ty~

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JoyceArmijos [2011-08-23 03:00:26 +0000 UTC]

awwww......that's so sad. outside he make look different but it's the inside that shows your human!!

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ShadowOfSolace In reply to JoyceArmijos [2011-08-23 03:24:55 +0000 UTC]

I completely agree!
Lets all hug him, we have an excuse to do so now!

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sydsydguv259 [2011-08-23 02:50:44 +0000 UTC]

Wow this is one of the best I've seen.
The way you used shadow is crazy good.

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ShadowOfSolace In reply to sydsydguv259 [2011-08-23 03:25:35 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much,
That is such a sweet compliment

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sydsydguv259 In reply to ShadowOfSolace [2011-08-23 03:32:33 +0000 UTC]

The picture deserved it.
C:

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AealZX [2011-08-22 23:06:21 +0000 UTC]

Gah, every time I see the thumbnails I think someone else is posting them because you've gotten so much better since the last time you uploaded to DA.

Again, I love the texture overlay and the lighting from behind is stunning. Love the soft beige and yellows of the background in contrast to him and his scarf.

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ShadowOfSolace In reply to AealZX [2011-08-23 03:26:22 +0000 UTC]

Girly, You always make me so giddy it's almost downright pathetic.
Thank you so very much for taking the time to say such kind uplifting things.
It truly means the world to me.

^^ Mehehehe Yay for the scarf!

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AealZX In reply to ShadowOfSolace [2011-08-23 04:54:59 +0000 UTC]

Heh heh Just returning what you always do for me.
So back at cha.

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