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Oh yeah, I've always considered this to be her theme song: [link]I just tend not to put theme songs on refs in case I change my mind later. XDD
ANYWAY. I meant to submit this last night, but by the time I finished the text, it was almost 2 AM.
Sooo, this is an alternate version of Ghost (which takes on more of a character role than of a 'sona). The old version still exists, but now there is this one as well. There are lots of versions of Ghost (like the Heartless one), and I draw her doing random things all the time, so it's not like it's a big deal, really. XDD
So this was a concept I originally came up with for , but I might not enter because I miiiight have a lot of things going on in the summer (and besides, I haven't drawn a serious comic in a long, long time). SO WE'LL SEE.
So my reasoning for Ghost entering the tournament was going to be because..the prize was that the head character of VOI is a witch, and the winner can become her student (and also learn how to capture/kill gods). If the witch can't help her get the tag off, then maybe she could use the god skill and go after one of the shifter-gods for assistance, or else. (Such as Ti-nuna , who has some to do with splits/fusion)
If anything, I may do some spectator-ing, since Ghost has that binocular vision going on. 8U;; She can spy from afar.
Loi is a Rag , but you don't really see her in her true form since she is stuck in there. The difference between their skillsets is that Loi is more of a superspy, and Ghost more tasks that are closer to policework, like monitoring, (and she's not very graceful). (I haven't decided yet whether I'm going to let Loi be able to use magic or energy-fighting while borrowing Ghost's body. I'm leaning more towards energy since I have a lot of magic-users already, but I dunno.)
Ghost also doesn't always wait for Loi's opinion on something before she acts, and she doesn't think particularly far ahead. Mostly her behavior is very...erratic.
OTHER NOTES:
-Boobage/Flatchest IS an option. It's an ability that female malacynes have. I don't really care, and I mix it up all the time.
-She also wears whatever. You could draw her wearing regular pants and shorts like the old ref. I just wanted her to be in something nice for this one. The jewelry can be whatever too, as long as there's at least something on there.
This is the most complicated (artwise) ref I've done so far! Go figure I made it for someone not super developed. >_>;
Just 'cause you feel it doesn't mean it's there~
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Comments: 31
Ribbontail [2010-06-10 22:58:21 +0000 UTC]
Geezit'sbeensolongsinceI'vecommented. I was downloading this on a whim when I realized I never left you feedback. I think I should finally crawl out of my sad corner and do so huh?
Okay okay, but I must say that this is one of the most attractive references I've ever seen. I've always had a flair for simplicity- simple background, square layout- but this makes me want to go and make a crazy ass elaborate one! The problem with "beautiful" references is that they're often cluttered or too complex, but you laid this one out flawlessly. It's got an attractive color scheme that compliments Ghost, an interesting but subtle texture in the background, and plenty of juicy information without drawling on forever. A very well put together reference.
The only critique I could ever offer for this one is that the text is a bit hard to read in places. I'd also love to have heard about Ghost's personality, and maybe Loi's too!
As for the actual character, I'm digging the idea behind her. It's a very fun take on the concept of possession-- it sounds like having Loi would be a really awkward situation. It's kind of like having a back seat driver in the back of your head, permanent and stripping poor Ghost of all her privacy. THAT WOULD SUCK. And on a related note, would you mind explaining how much "possession" Loi has on Ghost's body? Like, can Loi actually control Ghost's physical movements? That part was kind of unclear to me. :3
Hnngh but yes, sorry for the ridiculously long comment. Let that be my way of saying 'sorry for not posting in so long'. Haha! Great job on this reference!
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Corvarrow In reply to Ribbontail [2010-06-13 02:58:27 +0000 UTC]
Aw, thank you! I really like both simplistic and elaborate refs...but since this is an alternate version, I figured, hey! Might as well stick all sorts of stuff on here.
Yeahh, I think the problem with the text could be fixed if I made some of those dark boxes bigger. Thanks!
Hah! XDD Yeah, I didn't mention the personalities for a reason. <__> Ghost changes so much in my head that anything in particular is hard to pin down, besides just crazy.
Normally Loi doesn't have any control over what Ghost does...though she can see through her eyes and make commentary. Ghost can't turn her off, but since no one else can hear Loi, it's sort of alright. Loi can only take control when Ghost 'authorizes' her to for a set time frame or set goal. Whatever spell is in the tag kind of kicks the control back to her once the goal is met. o3o
It's totally cool! I haven't gotten any SUPER LONG comments in a long time, so it makes me happy XD Thank you! <33333333
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Ribbontail In reply to Corvarrow [2010-06-14 04:28:35 +0000 UTC]
Yeah and I find that it's hard to find even ground between simple and elaborate. There are either really informative but dull refs (like mine HAHA), or beautiful but cardboard refs. Luckily you managed to balance this wonderfully!
Nyaww but you're welcome, it was refreshing to get back into this swing-- and I'm certainly glad y'all appreciated it. Thanks for answering my question too. That's pretty tight! Though still, I'd be damn afraid to have something like that in me. Does Loi go to sleep when Ghost does? I'd assume she would, since when Ghost closes her eyes all one would see is black.
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Corvarrow In reply to Ribbontail [2010-06-14 06:31:22 +0000 UTC]
(Aww, but I like your refs! XDD Actually I find the simplicity (but text complexity!) very attractive. <333)
Rags ARE pretty creepy, by default. D8 But they tend to act like regular people, so I think they're easy to get used to, after the initial shock.
Oh yeah. Definitely. There is nothing else to do when her eyes close, and if Loi keeps her awake by talking too much, then Ghost just gets all pissy for the next day or two. Sometimes they can't stand each other , but other times they're just peachy. ಠ_ಠ
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tigglespits [2010-05-20 18:30:12 +0000 UTC]
I freaking love this characterization of Ghost, oh maaaan. The Rag possession thing is really cool! ;o; Disgruntled super powers time.
Also I really like the outfits she wears, dude! That red shirt with the danglies in the back is epic. 8D And all of the jewelry is neat too, fff.
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Corvarrow In reply to tigglespits [2010-05-21 05:48:21 +0000 UTC]
Well! XDD She doesn't have superpowers, really. She mostly just looks different when all of Loi's crap appears. Thank you Kelluuuuu! <333 I AM PLEASED with the outfit and the pretties 8]
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Tanginello [2010-05-19 19:40:55 +0000 UTC]
Still so excited about this. Ghost looks so cool here and man, if you enter VoI it's gonna be rad to see her using all her cool new powers.
Also the spell tag is pretty rad.
Also also that patterned shirt. I am having patterned shirt envy.
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Corvarrow In reply to Tanginello [2010-05-21 01:36:47 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! 8D I don't think I'm going to enter now (I have a couple of things that are more pressing, plus I just side up for Artslam hard Mode >_>) but I really like the design, so it'll be around.
I want that shirt too. 8C
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Raverick [2010-05-06 10:29:07 +0000 UTC]
GHOST SERIOUSLY EVERY TIME I SEE A NEW REF FROM YOU THIS HORRIBLE URGE TO REDO MINE PUNCHES ME IN THE JAW
And then I remember that bolt and sit in the corner sobbing.
BUT REALLY, shiiiiittt. I love the new refff :'Dsdflknlk (you make me want to give attention to rave too now) But I adore that top Ghost is wearing 8| and, you know, I like your Malacyne species alot too.
And how you drew that top face, her NOSE omg. AND HER PAWS. I think that backshot is so my favorite there, with her hands/feets/PADS showing. And the back of that shirt is awesome |D
Ohman so much detail on this ref!
That is, badass, with that idea, of the Rag in her, giving her powers and fsdlknsdf CHANGING HER APPEARANCE and making her MORE badass when she's using Loi's powers. I also happen to love that doodle of Ghost with all that decor on her! SPECIALLY THE TOES AND TAIL. dsflksn Gahhh DO LOVE DO LOVE.
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Corvarrow In reply to Raverick [2010-05-08 02:48:52 +0000 UTC]
Awww! XDD BUT I LIKE YOUR BOLT. You should finish it, and then you could feel extra free to work on your ref updates 8D
I wish I had a top like that. ;___;
THANK YOOOOU. I don't really draw Ghost very consistently; she just has a few defined features (like the nose, the horns, etc) that get translated different ways...but I think this turned out to be a good ref of what she generally looks like. XDD I looooooooove the backview witht he pawpads and everything too. ;____;
I thought making her half-possessed would make her much more interesting. XD FOR SERIOUS, she really needed something! Also I like an excuse to make up lots and lots of jewelry. 8D I hope sometime I can maybe comic something out to show how Ghost and Loi interact with each other, and then freak everyone else out with her...talking to herself. 8>> THANK YOOOU RAVEYYYY <333
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Corvarrow In reply to Weavrrcat [2010-05-03 06:24:44 +0000 UTC]
Thanks! XD
I'm not sure if I'm actually going to enter or not. Even if I don't though, I designed it so that she's more usable in my headworld now. XD
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dragonrise [2010-05-03 02:45:00 +0000 UTC]
A very interesting ref! I think it's cool how you integrated Loi and Ghost, and how they get along.
It's fun to see Ghost get turned into something of a character. <3
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Corvarrow In reply to dragonrise [2010-05-03 06:28:21 +0000 UTC]
Thank you!
YO DAWG, I HEARD YOU LIKE TURNLOCK AGENTS, SO WE PUT AN AGENT IN YO AGENT SO YOU CAN SPY WHILE YOU SPY.
I'm glad that she kind of has a point now, seriously. XDD <3
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dragonrise In reply to Corvarrow [2010-05-04 00:37:17 +0000 UTC]
Spies within spies and plots within plots, oh my! So complicated. xD
x'D It's always good when characters start taking on personalities and meanings of their own, isn't it?
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Antiforce [2010-05-02 20:46:04 +0000 UTC]
Ghost looks so cool on this reference sheet! And I love how much you put onto this reference sheet. It was very interesting to read through it. And the representation of how Ghost can zoom in like that is cool too. :3
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Corvarrow In reply to Antiforce [2010-05-03 06:31:26 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! I didn't think I'd end up with so much art and things to fit on there! XDD The zoom is definitely one of my favorite parts though. Even the alternate!Ghost is stalking Sy. 8T;
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Antiforce In reply to Corvarrow [2010-05-03 15:22:23 +0000 UTC]
You're welcome. :3
Yeah, when she zoomed on Sy, I couldn't help but think: "A Sy has appeared!" >xD
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Corvarrow In reply to Silvolf [2010-05-03 06:02:39 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! I had fun drawing it. 8D
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Oliwollyoctosaurus [2010-05-02 18:54:13 +0000 UTC]
I remember seeing him on VCL some years ago. Your style has changed so much since then.
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Corvarrow In reply to Oliwollyoctosaurus [2010-05-03 06:02:24 +0000 UTC]
MAN. I almost forgot about VCL. That was way back when I was in high school. Ghost has changed a looooot since VCL, and when I look back at old pictures of her, she reminds me of more like a mutated squirrel. XDD
I am glad my style changed though. :>
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Oliwollyoctosaurus In reply to Corvarrow [2010-05-03 06:03:48 +0000 UTC]
I printed out old pictures of her (and a few of your other guys) WAY BACK before I knew what DeviantART was. They're somewhere in all the piles of papers that I have in my room. XD
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Corvarrow In reply to Oliwollyoctosaurus [2010-05-03 06:26:24 +0000 UTC]
Aww, That's really cool! XDD I did that a lot too. *still has stuff she printed out so many years ago*
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Oliwollyoctosaurus In reply to Corvarrow [2010-05-03 06:41:17 +0000 UTC]
XD I still do it now when I find a good reference picture that I know I'll use later.
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Corvarrow In reply to Oliwollyoctosaurus [2010-05-03 06:46:51 +0000 UTC]
Well, yeah, me too. But when I was still browsing VCL I printed out TONS AND TONS of pictures just because I could. XDD
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Oliwollyoctosaurus In reply to Corvarrow [2010-05-03 06:47:47 +0000 UTC]
XD I did that too! I kind of regret it now because it was a waste of paper, but I also like to look back and see what I was looking at.
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Corvarrow In reply to Oliwollyoctosaurus [2010-05-03 06:53:16 +0000 UTC]
I don't regret wasting paper back then on the art.....but I do regret wasting it with my bad habit of printing out tons and tons of Gundam Wing/FF9/DBZ fanfiction, every day. ಥ_ಥ
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