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Added 2019-03-25 19:20:24 +0000 UTCSo this one was kinda done on a whim, it was right after I posted the previous pic of her holding a controller (Dreamscape) to twitter, and then I thought "I really wanna do another pic with this theme" since the previous one didnt turn out at all the way I wanted. Looking back, I do like it a lot, especially the pose and just the way she looks in general, but I completely ran out of patience with the background and so just did the abstract VR type thing instead.
This time I decided to put more effort into it and add a proper background, although I actually ended up removing a bunch of elements because it was too distracting, but hey at least the pizza is still there, which is the most important part.
I also played around with the expression here. I always draw her with a mostly serious/mysterious look and this time I wanted something more lighthearted/playful, the kind of expression youd have if youre trying really hard to beat a boss or something. I actually wanted her to have more of a pout with a puffed cheek like shes really annoyed that she cant beat something, because I find that incredibly cute, but its really hard to do so its something Id have to practice more. Either way this is fine too, I think most gamers should relate to it anyway.
Also the headset was actually the last thing I added here. I felt like I was still missing something when I originally finished it, and it really enhanced the whole look. I wanted them to look like they were specifically made for her, similar to how I approached the swimsuit she was wearing in the summer pic a while ago. So I picked white and cyan colors matching her eyes.
Overall, Im actually still not happy with it but this time its more to do with technical aspects like shading/colors. Not sure what the problem is exactly but I know it could be better somehow, so I guess I can use that as an excuse to do a 3rd one.
Comments
I love these kinds of moments where you just capture the character doing something "normal", for some reason it becomes even more attractive than when they are posing in a sexy way, and its just super cute like you said I think in short it really increases the waifu meter :P
Soranamae
2019-04-03 07:35:58 +0000 UTCOooooh yes, this is super lovely picture of your cutie ! I love the casual-sexyness of it. And the pout make her even more cute ! I just want to hug her so much. <3 Always love how you experiments and do many differents "set up" with your gorgeous raen. She's so wonderful to see :3
Anios Selindar
2019-04-03 00:10:14 +0000 UTCHaha you nailed it then she has that cute pouty look like shes ready to scream from aggravation ahh I feel those moments to much xD
Lachdanan
2019-03-26 03:24:56 +0000 UTCI thought about that of course, but I realized you dont really need to make headphones any different on the outside Au Ra hear sound through their horns picking up vibrations, so the idea is for the headphones to attach to the part of the horns that connects to the head (and is only a bit visible under the left horn), and vibrate accordingly to whatever sound is being played The rest is just aesthetic really, but so is every headset, lol (I love those cat ears ones, thought about adding it here and maybe Ill do it next time)
Soranamae
2019-03-26 01:47:21 +0000 UTCI really like the expression haha and can totaly relate to this except except the lack of cursing.... I like the added headphones even though I am not sure how they would work considering how au ra horns work but eh it fits and is a really nice touch. Love it, another great one. Also that expression is pretty cute. Oh and defo kinda annoyed hahaha. Looking forward to more.
2019-03-26 01:26:47 +0000 UTCLol, deskflips are fun too, but more for comics I did play with giving her more of a "Really, are you serious?" expression, the kind youd have just after wiping on a dungeon for example, but settled for the "Serious mode" one instead Definitely want to play with more expressions later though, its just really hard to do it while keeping it in line with what she would do, and without ruining the overall look of the face (having a nice mouth/lips is like 50% of an attractive face)
Soranamae
2019-03-26 00:15:32 +0000 UTCI really like the expression. It does convey her... frustration? with whatever it is she's playing. No deskflipping anger, though a distinct displeasure. It's super cute. Whole image is lovely, as per usual. The expression is what stands out here, though.
2019-03-25 23:34:18 +0000 UTCThat was part of the goal, instead of her just looking like this untouchable goddess, I wanted to bring her down to earth a bit, and show that she is just like us and does normal things like normal people, which makes her much more relatable (and more attractive from my point of view) Im glad everyone seems to enjoy her expression here, I was afraid Id be the only one who thought it was super cute And Im pretty sure there will be a 3rd one, since Ive always love this type of scene
Soranamae
2019-03-25 20:39:59 +0000 UTCIt did, and thats exactly why I moved on before I was completely happy with it, I reached the "ok, Ive spent too much time on this" point As the saying goes 3rd time is the charm so Im hoping that will be the best of the 3
Soranamae
2019-03-25 20:27:07 +0000 UTCGlad everyone seems to like it! Im always worried about trying different expressions because its so hard to make them look good without the character looking derpy
Soranamae
2019-03-25 20:25:35 +0000 UTCYeah I was actually going for the full gamer meme and originally had chips and a drink on the glass table (cant have gaming without doritos and mt dew, right?), but like I said it became distracting :| so I just removed them But pizza is best food anyway so np
Soranamae
2019-03-25 20:24:36 +0000 UTCThis is really cute! I love her pouty/determined expression and the blush on her cheeks. Love all the detail too, it must've taken a long time to get done. I'll look forward to the 3rd installment, these pieces just keep getting better!
LucBot
2019-03-25 20:06:35 +0000 UTCHer face looks like she's struggling with Savage. Just got up. And just wanted to get started before Shadowbringers come out. Wonder if she would like someone holding her from behind as she plays...because that's what I would want to do and to have... Anyway, the pink motif is common with her, and I love it. I love that she's just like us. I guess? I love her expression, too, how she looks just a little frustrated with the sharp gaze, but it's very cute. The puffed out cheeks just get me and I'm a sucker for it. The headset works well, the pizza is good, she's still very adorable and I love her look always. Maybe there will be a third picture, too. Hopefully she'll beat Midgardsormr Red Savage and finally get to Omega Savage and avoid the dreaded [Duty Completion] [Duty Complete] combo. Just me...?
SuperMoon
2019-03-25 19:46:52 +0000 UTCI love the pout, and this is nicely done! Of course you get bonus for the pizza and the headset too! Ahhh...gotta love this combination. Can’t wait to see what else you do with this!
Devin Johnson
2019-03-25 19:45:47 +0000 UTCCute! Love the pout.~
Mika
2019-03-25 19:35:26 +0000 UTC
