[Kaylin88100]

Wow. It’s been ages since I updated this – so long that the wiki has actually been decommissioned! Sorry about that. I might repost it on a blog or something, if I could be bothered. But the thing is, since I last posted on here, I haven’t done that much work on Kairula stuff, because I’ve been working on a new project. It’s still fantasy, but instead of another planet it’s set in an alternate universe. Would anyone be interested in hearing about it? It’s actually becoming a novel rather than just a world!

[Kaylin88100]

First time using the new forum…let’s see how it goes.

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[Kaylin88100]

Very nice! I especially like the binoculars – it seems like that part was made to be used that way! The bikini is slightly more obvious that it’s been appropriated, but still good. The only problem is that I can’t actually see the shoe – if it’s on there, it’s been cut off! Can you take a screenshot or something that shows more of the image?

[Kaylin88100]

Don’t be sad! Hawkeye is awesome!

So is Pinpoint. I especially like what you did with the hair.

[Kaylin88100]

Here you go! Have fun.

[Kaylin88100]

Firstly, hi! It’s great that you’ve joined us and want to share your creations.

Secondly, whoa! That’s a very big picture!
Do you think you could try uploading it at a smaller size, so it’s easier to see without having to click on the link? It’s not a big problem, just makes things a bit more user-friendly.

Aside from that, I really like the character itself. The expression on his face gives him a bit of character, as does the slight modifications you’ve made to the basic stance. Experimentation is great! Normality is boring.

The bold, bright primary colours (yeah, I’m British – deal with it) make him really noticeable, especially against the plain white of the background. However, one issue this raises is that, while the cape does a really great job of creating a balance between the top and bottom halves of the character in terms of shape, it doesn’t seem to fit with the rest of his outfit in terms of colour – it actually seems to blend in with the background. This is made even worse by the fact that it isn’t really attached to his shoulders – it peeks over the top – and it looks like he’s standing on it! You could solve that one by resizing the cape slightly, making it a bit smaller so the top is hidden behind his back and the hem doesn’t drag under his foot.

Speaking of the colours, I think the combination of red, blue, yellow and green is a very bold choice, which does actually start to hurt the eyes after a while. It might be better to use multiple shades of just two colours, which would also make the character look a little less flat. For example, you might replace the red with dark green, and the yellow with light blue, leaving you with just greens and blues.

As a final point, I notice you’ve named this thread after the character – or is it the other way round? – but you might want to think about making a collection of all your characters, rather than starting a new topic for each one. That will not only make it easier for other people to find your characters, but it’ll avoid cluttering up the gallery with lots of small topics.

I think that’s about it. (Sorry for the loooong post) As I said, I really like this character and I think it’s a great start. I hope to see more of your creations in the future.

[Kaylin88100]

…
I’m back!

…sort of. Anyway! Have a thing. I don’t know what it is, and I’m not sure I want to. Just…don’t look too closely – and don’t get within range of those whippy things!

[Kaylin88100]

@Lime said:

Dunno. Kind of feel like this still needs something.

…Did you do that on HeroMachine?

As for it “needing something”, I think it needs some kind of focus, or an indication of what it’s meant to be. For example, maybe you could turn the orb into a scrying crystal by showing a misty image of a person or place, or you could put it in a witch’s hands. At the moment it’s just a – very awesome – swirly thing.

[Kaylin88100]

Great start, and welcome! However, the red and black character sort of blends into the red and black background, especially in the top half where there’s less white to break it up. It’s a cool background, but I think it distracts the eye from the equally cool character. Maybe you could tone it down a little, or just post a version with no background?

[Kaylin88100]

@Kaylin88100 said:

…wait, there are tattoos?!

How did I not know about those?

Oh, they’re new. OK. Nice!

[Kaylin88100]

…wait, there are tattoos?!

How did I not know about those?

[Kaylin88100]

It’s more that the body shape changes. You can make reasonable children by just shrinking the adult body, but it doesn’t look quite right. I’d be interested to find out what different people use to get the body proportions look right. Also, you know the little-old-granny look where the old lady is bent over? I’ve never been able to figure that out. It’s things like that.

[Kaylin88100]

I’d say that counts. As long as the only visible items are from the category, then it’s fine, and you can use other items for masking.

[Kaylin88100]

Oh. Wow. Just…wow. How did I forget about your thread?

Just been sitting here for about 5 mins trying to figure out all the items you used for those latest three. Brilliant!

[Kaylin88100]

Another update – minor adjustments to the hair and face, working on the ribbon and added some props. Any ideas on a better way for her to carry both the fan and the parasol?

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