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DISCLAIMER: This image has NOTHING to do with MLP:FIM. Unicorn/Pegasus combinations have pre-dated the show for as long as the mythologies have existed. The name he took as a combination from RapiDASH and Soaring = flying. I understand the similarities but at the time of making it we had no knowledge that it collided with themes in MLP. If it were really about MLP, the picture would actually be of MLP ponies. This is common sense guys.
Facebook commission, client's design/ idea of what a potential third evolution for the Ponyta/ Rapidash chain might look like which he named Soarindash. The entire thing was really one big learning experience, never really painted any of these elements before. A lot of things didn't turn out the way I wanted but had to wrap it up or it'd take all year.
Client's description/ information verbatim:
"Soarindash
(DISCLAIMER) This is a concept idea for a pokemon that will not be made. It is entirely fictional.
Type: Fire/Fairy
Height: 6’5”
Weight: 318lbs (144.5kg)
HP 85
ATT 105
DEF 90
Sp.ATT 110
Sp.DEF 110
SPD 130
(Total 635)
Description: All Ponyta carry a dormant gene from birth that awakens when they are knocked out by an ice-type attack as a fully grown Rapidash. This gene awakens and revives the body of the fallen Rapidash and evolves it into an Alicorn called Soarindash. This is a new, accidental discovery for the Ponyta evolution chain. It has been suggested that the gene is part of the legacy of an ancient Rapidash who died while protecting its herd from a vicious blizzard. It has also been suggested that the Phoenix pokemon Ho-oh took pity on the unicorn that sacrificed itself and resurrected it with Sacred Fire as a Soarindash, to protect other pokemon from similarly brutal weather conditions.
Soarindash have a similar makeup and build to regular Rapidash, but they are much larger and also sport a pair of flaming wings from the shoulders. Their mane, tail and wings are constantly ablaze. The tips of the flames glow a bright blue, however it is theorised that the “original” Soarindash was enveloped in completely blue flame. Their flame burns (at will) hotter than any other regular fire-type pokemon; for this reason it is impossible to get wet when it wishes, as any water coming into contact with it instantly evaporates. This naturally gives it a unique advantage against water and ice-type attacks. It appears to be slightly stronger during the daytime, suggesting some form of solar power absorption.
While much faster and more powerful than its previous form, Soarindash is worn out after less time, due to the enormous energy output required for its blistering speed and insanely hot flames. It cannot fight at full strength for long (think of the move Overheat); for this reason, it only amps itself up in dire situations (such as when it or any member of its herd is in grave danger) and is a naturally non-violent pokemon."
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Comments: 269
KorakDuHart In reply to ??? [2014-04-06 18:49:21 +0000 UTC]
Well, I apologize for my comment too, I agree with you, unicorn-pegasus hybrids existed long before MLP even existed, but since you used the term "alicorn" to describe them, that highly suggests that it is related to MLP, it was a term created by MLP fans and used solely to describe unicorn-pegasus combinations on the show, you can always change it to "winged unicorn" to avoid further confusion, anyways, I must say that I feel so sorry for what I did, you don't have to apologize at all, it was my fault, I shouldn't have made that comment in the first place, I apologize for causing you all this trouble.
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reliikkiART In reply to KorakDuHart [2014-10-21 21:41:45 +0000 UTC]
"A winged unicorn is a fictional horse with wings and the horn of a unicorn. There is no specific name given to such creature, but it is sometimes referred to using a portmanteau of pegasus and unicorn: pegacorn. In some literature and media, it is also referred to as an alicorn, which is a historical word for the horn of a unicorn" The term alicorn was not created by MLP fans you know.
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KorakDuHart In reply to reliikkiART [2014-10-22 02:15:50 +0000 UTC]
You are right, it wasn't created by MLP fans, but we, MLP fans, were the ones that gave the word a new meaning, as you stated before, it originally meant "unicorn horn" but we were the ones that adopted it & used it to refer to winged unicorns, before us, the word meant nothing but unicorn horn, you should know that the brony fandom gave the word a new meaning, the word is used mainly if not exclusively by fans of the show to refer to winged unicorns, people should not use a word used only by MLP fans to refer to winged unicorns & expect them not to relate it to the show, this is the last, one & only reply you will ever recieve, further messages will be ignored, have a nice day.
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ArgyleSweater0 In reply to ??? [2014-03-20 01:33:53 +0000 UTC]
>2014
>being this retarded
also
>shipping anyone with rainbowdash
She deserves to die alone
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Nark0tica In reply to ??? [2014-03-20 00:49:05 +0000 UTC]
What? It's not named after that pairing though. It's a portmanteau of Rapidash and Soaring.
Saying that it's named after that pairing is like saying Rainbow dash is named after the phenomena of rainbows and a cars dashboard and she is therefor car related.
Sorry, but it's not MLP related, no matter how hard you want it to be.
There is plenty of MLP art already on the net so you don't really need to go and assign unrelated images to the fandom through coincidences.
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DJHiryu508 In reply to ??? [2014-03-19 21:21:40 +0000 UTC]
How about no, brony? How does this have to relate to mlp in anyway? Because the name is that of an mlp pairing? How about you eat a dick. Soarindash sounds better as a pokemon name anyway.
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tettugami In reply to ??? [2014-03-19 17:50:12 +0000 UTC]
Back off and let the artist decide ok? It's pretty obnoxious of you to force your own preferences down someone's throat when it's CLEARLY unwanted.
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Spudfuzz In reply to ??? [2014-02-20 18:28:24 +0000 UTC]
Leave your fucking fandoms out of my art.
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Chromattix [2014-01-29 01:39:00 +0000 UTC]
I agree they should have made a Mega Evolution for Rapidash something like this. But Mega Evolutions only apply to final stage Pokemon - so who knows, they might make a regular (permanent) evolution to Rapidash in a later generation
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Spudfuzz In reply to Chromattix [2014-01-29 19:58:07 +0000 UTC]
I wasn't even aware mega evolutions were a thing until half way through this. I hope they do, I always felt like there should be a third for him. But at the same time I'm worried they'll do something really ridiculous for his design. Maybe my taste is just changing but I feel like the later generations have been... quite strange.
Oh, do you think I could ask for you a critique on the mountains? You seem to know your environments really well. Something has always really bothered me about them.
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Chromattix In reply to Spudfuzz [2014-01-31 01:26:03 +0000 UTC]
I thought the hills were OK. Considering how far they are you wouldn't see much more detail in them anyway. I suppose if you really wanted to give the effect of distance you could have some fog or haze on the lower parts in front of them
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Lady-KL [2014-01-27 03:47:13 +0000 UTC]
Ever since gen one I've always thought Rapidash should have a winged evolution.
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Spudfuzz In reply to Lady-KL [2014-01-27 20:30:21 +0000 UTC]
Pretty much the same. Figured it'd only be natural since ponyta went from a regular horse/ pony into a unicorn.
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LotusDragonof5000 In reply to ??? [2014-01-21 17:15:26 +0000 UTC]
^This. This should be Rapidash's mega evolution.
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Spudfuzz In reply to IDreamOfTheWind [2014-01-20 01:40:13 +0000 UTC]
Yes, Soarindash. That's what he named it.
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ronaldknoxtodie In reply to ??? [2014-01-11 19:48:39 +0000 UTC]
Wow, this is one of the most amazing Pokemon-fanarts I´ve ever seen...!
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Kageyoake In reply to ??? [2014-01-09 01:52:52 +0000 UTC]
I saw this and thought Soarindash would be called Sacredash. For some reason the item and Rapidash are inextricably linked in my mind.
This is amazing, though
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Spudfuzz In reply to Kageyoake [2014-01-27 20:31:31 +0000 UTC]
Oh is Sacredash something you use in a later game to make ponyta evolve? I haven't kept up lately.
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Kageyoake In reply to Spudfuzz [2014-01-28 08:18:43 +0000 UTC]
Nope. xD Sacred Ash is an item that revives and fully heals your whole team, linked with Ho-Oh. But I saw it without the space and thought it'd be a good Rapidash evolution who I need to draw at some point.
It's fine, it's fine~
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The-Skykian-Archives [2013-11-16 17:47:16 +0000 UTC]
This is why Rapidash should have had a mega evolution.
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sheepuns In reply to ??? [2013-11-11 16:47:28 +0000 UTC]
What an amazing idea! I think it looks lovely!
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Catcoalatte In reply to ??? [2013-11-08 22:10:25 +0000 UTC]
I'm sensing Mega Rapidash materia here!
Pretty awesome work, dude! I just adore it! Moltres aint got nothin on dis fire type!
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hellopoop9888 In reply to ??? [2013-11-05 18:29:07 +0000 UTC]
did u draw that!!!!?????? its awesome!!!!
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Spudfuzz In reply to hellopoop9888 [2014-07-07 18:55:38 +0000 UTC]
I should hope so, we're only supposed to post pictures that we draw ourselves. And thanks.
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Critterkinz In reply to ??? [2013-11-04 01:51:20 +0000 UTC]
I see what you did there. It seems even pokèmon is no longer safe.
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Spudfuzz In reply to Critterkinz [2013-11-08 23:10:15 +0000 UTC]
I don't watch MLP. The name (which was made by the client) was coincidence.
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Critterkinz In reply to Spudfuzz [2013-11-08 23:14:29 +0000 UTC]
I didn't think you did, but your client does I believe
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Suiish In reply to ??? [2013-10-31 13:28:27 +0000 UTC]
Oh wow! the lighting here is fantastic! i love the poses and the idea of the next evolution your creation fits very nicely with the other two and the universe.
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