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thedude255 — Vigil and Blaze: Good Timing

Published: 2010-03-30 23:12:38 +0000 UTC; Views: 8544; Favourites: 53; Downloads: 217
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Description It was a trap!

Blaze realized it all too late as the trigger was set, as concussion grenades were set off all around her. For all her speed she could not avoid the blast as she was sent flying through the air. Her travel ended with a vicious thud against the wall making Blaze fall to the ground. Her senses had been shaken, making it hard to concentrate as she tried to struggle up to her feet. She knew somewhere she had lost her grip upon her guns, she had a secret dagger in her back pocket which she slid out quickly. Blaze knew he was there, she could sense him approaching, but her legs could barely carry her after such a vicious hit when she sensed an attack coming.
“I knew you’d take the bait.” A twisted voice rang out, as Blaze gasped out feeling something wrap around her neck. She was lifted off her feet, as more tentacles wrapped around her to seize her in place as Prototype stood tall before her.

“You’ve upset quite a lot of people. Stand on too many toes and this is what happens. They send people like me after you.” Prototype spoke out, letting the tentacles squeeze some air from Blaze as the knife slid from her hands. “I have a lot of bids on you. Some want you dead, others want you alive. Wanna know who pays the most for you?” Prototype laughed out.
“You’re mother?” Blaze managed to gasp out, before shouting out in pain as the tentacle tightened around her body, no doubt Prototype’s response for her jest.
“It would be in your best interests to release her now.” A voice echoed between the walls. Prototype turned around, frowning in confusion, unable to hear where the voice came from. He kept Blaze within his grasp, beginning to pace around the room, seeing no signs of another.
“Who the hell said that? Show yourself!” Prototype bellowed out to the mysterious voice.

“I will not repeat myself.” The voice spoke again, making Prototype look around franticly as his patience was tested. He had set this trap up carefully to collect a bounty, he had made certain Blaze had come alone, how could anyone else even know of this location. He would never get any answers to his questions when a portal silently formed in the air behind him, allowing for Vigil to slide upwards as she had her target locked in her sights. A mere moment later, Prototype fell limp, collapsing to the ground as Blaze was released from his grasp. Blaze coughed violently as she struggled up to her feet, looking upon the unconscious bounty hunter with a frown before she managed to boot him in the arm for a small taste of retribution.
“Good timing. ‘Didn’t know you had my back.” Blaze spoke, catching her breath as she nodded to Vigil.
“I was not aware you were in trouble until the last moment. I came seeking some aid from you in a rather specific task that your abilities are suited for.” Vigil explained, examining the unconscious man, frowning over his mutations and his form.
“Oh…” Blaze muttered. "Still... thanks anyway."

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The second feature image for Vigil, this time with Blaze! If you noticed, I’m now beginning to make much larger images, which is pretty good. Anyway!

Looks like Blaze got herself into a bit of trouble, no real surprise as she has made a good deal of enemies in her time as a super hero. Who Prototype was sent by we will not know, as luckily Vigil made the much needed save for our gun totting speedster. Since Eclipse helped Vigil in the last image, I went with a similar (if not the same) theme for this image, only with Vigil coming to make the save for one of my own characters. There is not a great deal I can say for Vigil and Blaze that hasn’t already been covered in previous images. As I say its hard to say how well the two would get on in their difference of personalities. Until Secret Wars comes and goes, its hard to even say if this image would even be canon to the big storyline, but I guess we can wait and see.

Took a bit of time making this image, only because I didn’t know what to do for a villain. I went through all the bits and bops I had, and I managed to piece together this Prototype character. I’m pleasantly surprised with his design, I could potentially make him into a common enemy. Though this image would tell you he’s pretty weak minded given how easily Vigil dropped him. Still, I like the final result of this image, and I hope the story goes well with it. With Vigil now done on the feature’s one can only wonder who I will choose next!

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Comments: 20

Kostmeyer [2010-04-03 21:54:12 +0000 UTC]

Great picture and a great story to back it up with - you've captured Vigil's arrogance and attitude really well with the dialogue - it makes me wonder what she has planned that she needs Blaze for too!

The villain is great - funny how often the characters you throw together for a single picture end up taking on a life of their own - and I suspect that might be the case with this guy. The name 'Prototype' implies that he's an experiment - so I wonder who his creator is? All sorts of possibilities! Of course he'll need an upgrade if he ever comes up against Vigil again - she took him out very easily!

As always, a pleasure to see your take on Vigil! Fave!

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thedude255 In reply to Kostmeyer [2010-04-03 23:18:59 +0000 UTC]

My only concern with this piece is that it probably comes off as pretty weird on its own. You have to read the story on this one for it to make sense. The image pretty much takes part at the end of the second paragraph, so the story is a must on this to complete the image.

But yeah, I quite like Prototype's look. That's one of the good things to come out of this image. No doubt he'll learn his lesson when it comes to dealing with powerful types such as Vigil. I'll definatley have to give the guy an upgrade for potential future use.

As for Vigil's plans for Blaze, I never think that far ahead, but no doubt it leaves things open for a future mini plot should I deciede to do one in the future

Glad you like the image overall. I do like working with Vigil, you've made a great character

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Kostmeyer In reply to thedude255 [2010-04-04 12:11:58 +0000 UTC]

I'm glad you like working with Vigil - because your take on her is so good! I'm drawing Blaze at the moment btw, in a commission for

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thedude255 In reply to Kostmeyer [2010-04-04 13:32:21 +0000 UTC]

He never said anything of the such I'll have to go find him and kick his rear end... or alternativley make him some images as a thanks Look forward to seeing what you come up with

I think I have a nice little power set up for Prototype too now as well, nothing original mind you, but needless to say Vigil would have to find a different means to defeat him should they meet next time if that hints at his powers at all

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Branded-Curse In reply to thedude255 [2010-04-26 16:08:09 +0000 UTC]

I never mentioned it because it was supposed to be a surprise

Thanks for the kill, Kost!

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Kostmeyer In reply to thedude255 [2010-04-04 14:05:27 +0000 UTC]

Sounds interesting! Looking forward to round two! Actually - let me know what the powers are - I feel some fan art coming on - although you'll have to wait a while for me to get Secret Wars out of the way!

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thedude255 In reply to Kostmeyer [2010-04-04 14:15:35 +0000 UTC]

I'm thinking due to his vast experimentation and what not, it could be that his body evolves when he is defeated in combat to make him much resiliant against attacks that led to his fall. It's a power I've seen before so its not original unfortunatley, but basically it would mean he now has great mental protection against the likes of Vigil in the wake of his defeat.

It's a power that will basically make him stronger over time. If he's set on fire, he becomes more resiliant to fire and what not next time you face him, that kind of thing. To make sure he's not overpowered however, it won't be that he is immune, but just highly resistant, meaning he'll give one hell of a fight next time as Vigil will need considerable time to drop him if she went for the same attack.

How does that sound?

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Kostmeyer In reply to thedude255 [2010-04-05 22:23:47 +0000 UTC]

Sounds very good - an idea is forming! Any thoughts on who Prototype's creator is?

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thedude255 In reply to Kostmeyer [2010-04-05 22:26:21 +0000 UTC]

I'll probably work an image with him in like the previous Villain images I've made with a bit of a bio and what not. As of who created him, I'm not too sure just yet, why do you ask? Do you have some idea's?

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Kostmeyer In reply to thedude255 [2010-04-05 22:30:25 +0000 UTC]

For a story - yes - but I'm hesitent to say more because I have so much on at the moment and I don't want to commit to any new projects until I get some of the current stuff out of the way - but ideas are certainly forming! I'll send you a note...

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Branded-Curse [2010-03-31 03:42:46 +0000 UTC]

Is Prototype related to Nemesis in some way?

Kidding! Indeed, turned out nice
Looks like Vigil was there just in time.
Well, privilege of a teleporter

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thedude255 In reply to Branded-Curse [2010-03-31 20:58:47 +0000 UTC]

From the lack of "STARS!" I'd guess maybe not XD

Still, lucky Vigil turned up when she did!

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Branded-Curse In reply to thedude255 [2010-03-31 21:17:07 +0000 UTC]

They do look somewhat alike though

I guess Blaze would agree

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Lecter-the-Mu [2010-03-31 00:06:20 +0000 UTC]

Blaze got herself in quite the peril

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thedude255 In reply to Lecter-the-Mu [2010-03-31 20:57:27 +0000 UTC]

Well, luckily she's getting by with a little help from her friends

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Lecter-the-Mu In reply to thedude255 [2010-03-31 21:19:30 +0000 UTC]

Yep

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BSDigitalQ [2010-03-30 23:25:18 +0000 UTC]

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Predator755 In reply to BSDigitalQ [2010-03-31 05:29:21 +0000 UTC]

I thought the exact same thing! (Cackles)

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thedude255 In reply to Predator755 [2010-03-31 20:56:58 +0000 UTC]

Well at least the trap failed

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Predator755 In reply to thedude255 [2010-03-31 20:57:53 +0000 UTC]

Heh, Blaze is too awesome for traps!

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