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Not my best work due to lack of time but I just had to draw Shallan Davar from Brandon Sanderson‘s Stormlight Archive

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Got a new author notebook 😍

If you haven’t noticed, I’m a huge fan of the anime Death Note 😉

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So I’m now officially addicted to Persona 5 so here is an Illustration of Nef & Khaf (the protagonists of Treasures of Egypt the spear & the Scythe) in the style of that game. First time trying Adobe Fresco as well! 🇪🇬

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Still have much to learn as an illustrator but I LOVE how my illustration of Jinx turned out 😍

Jinx is my favorite Arcane character. Though Ekko is certainly rising through the ranks as I’m rewatching the series

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⚔️ Meet Ahhotep ⚔️

This is the last character illustration for Treasures of Egypt: The Spear & the Scythe and what a way to end this. Queen Ahhotep is, imo, the most badass queen in Egyptian history. Not just the dynastic period, mind you, no ALL OF IT!

Ahhotep is best known for leading the liberation efforts against the Hyksos and paving the way for the New Kingdom. She was also a military commander who might’ve played an active role on the battlefield.

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👸🏾 Meet Hatshepsut. His Majesty. Herself👸🏾

Kind of you to remember me, traveler. I am Hatshepsut, the Foremost of Noblewomen. I rule not as a queen but as a pharaoh. Against convention, against tradition, against the tide of time itself, I rose to this seat of power. My rule is marked not by conquest but by prosperity and peace. I am a builder who created monuments of magnificence that embody the glory of our beloved Egypt. With wisdom as my scepter and prosperity as my sword, I stand as Egypt’s testament to its women’s strength and resilience. I am Hatshepsut, the Woman Who Was King, and my reign resounds through the annals of history. Keep remembering me, traveler. Remember a woman who ruled Egypt with her heart. Remember me so I can live for a million years.

I am King Maat-Ka-Re Hatshepsut, His Majesty, Herself.

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Meet Hatshepsut in the YA fantasy novel, Treasures of Egypt: The Spear & the Scythe

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📜Meet Paser📜

Welcome, to my office. I am Paser, the Grand Vizier of the Egyptian Empire. As the pharaoh’s trusted advisor, my role is of the utmost importance. I am the seal bearer of the Lord of The Two Lands and the supervisor of the royal records. My responsibilities are many: ensuring laws are observed, overseeing the administration of the kingdom, and managing public works, to name a few. Don’t let my high status deceive you, for I am not a son of nobility. I am a man of duty. A hard worker and loyal servant of Egypt, just like my forefathers before me. My life is one of service and dedication, for I am the eye of the pharaoh, and my gaze is ever watchful to ensure that our great kingdom functions as it should.

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Meet Paser in the YA fantasy novel, Treasures of Egypt: The Spear & the Scythe

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👸🏾Meet Tuya👸🏾

Ah, a pleasure to make your acquaintance. I am Tuya, the Queen Mother of Egypt. You may think of me as merely a figurehead, an elegant ornament in the court of Pharaoh. But do not be deceived by appearances, child. Like the sacred Nile, I, too, have many undercurrents. As the mother of the pharaoh, I am the earthly incarnation of Isis, and it is I who pulls the strings. I understand the intricate dance of power and am not afraid to choreograph it to my will. The court may be a stage, but it is I who writes the script.

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Meet Tuya in the YA fantasy novel, Treasures of Egypt: The Spear & the Scythe

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👸🏾Meet Nefertari👸🏾

Rejoice, for I, Nefertari Merytmut, the Lady of The Two Lands, the Great Royal Wife, and the Queen of Egypt, have graced you with the presence of My majesty. With intellect, I reign supreme alongside my husband, King Ramesses, as the pillars of power in our sacred land. But I am not merely his wife—I am Egypt’s highest diplomat, its voice in the world. I carry the echo of our civilization to foreign lands. My wisdom has tamed raging rivers and stilled stormy seas. I am the harmonizer of nations, the bringer of peace, and the master diplomat who shapes our destiny with a feather stroke. Rejoice, visitor, for you are in the presence of the Lady of Grace.

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Meet Nefertari in the YA fantasy novel, Treasures of Egypt: The Spear & the Scythe

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☀️Meet Ramesses🦅

I, Ramesses, the Pharaoh of all Egypt, stand in grandeur. Clad in gold and power, I am the Living Horus, the embodiment of divine rulership and sovereignty. The radiant beams of the mighty Ra shine through me as I hold the balance of Maat within my grasp. I, the Lord of The Two Lands, am the solar barque against the encroaching chaos, the protector of our golden sands and the glorious Nile. Through my veins runs the blood of gods and kings; my voice thunders across the land, echoing from the ancient pyramids to the distant corners of my vast kingdom. I am User-Maat-Re Setep-en-re, Ramesses the Great, a ruler not just born of time but one who will rule through eternity.

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Meet Ramesses in the YA fantasy novel, Treasures of Egypt: The Spear & the Scythe

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👵🏽Meet Meriti👵🏽

My oh my. Life’s hard, ain’t it? One day you’re just a haggling old woman; the next, you’re a guardian to two kids who ain’t even your own. Well, welcome to my life. I’m Meriti; just Meriti will do. I’ve seen more sunsets than I care to count, and my temper, well, it’s as short as the winter day. But these kids, Nefiri and her little brother, Hote, they soften the old bones somehow. They’ve got grit, I’ll give ‚em that, especially Nefiri. Reminds me of myself at her age.

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Meet Meriti in the YA fantasy novel, Treasures of Egypt: The Spear & the Scythe

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👦🏾Meet Hote👦🏾

H—hi! I’m Hote. Mean people call me „little Hote,“ but I am not little! My sister Nef calls me strong Hote, even though I’m always sick. She’s the bravest person I know. I want to be just like her when I grow up. She takes care of me and tells me stories about our ancestors and the gods. I might be just eight, but I know Nef will do great things one day. I can’t wait to see it.

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Meet Hote in the YA fantasy novel, Treasures of Egypt: The Spear & the Scythe

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🍷Meet Naunet🍷

Naunet, that’s the name they call me. Here at the Tavern of Avaris, I’m the shimmering oasis to the weary. Men come, seeking solace in my smiles, their dreams, and regrets drowned in mugs of beer. I wear my smile like a mask, a tool for survival in this den of wolves. Hate, it fuels me; but for now, I dance to the tunes of the Hostess.

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Meet Naunet in the YA fantasy novel, Treasures of Egypt: The Spear & the Scythe

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📜High Priest Sethos📜

In the madness of Avaris, I, High Priest Sethos, reign supreme. I govern, I protect, I uphold. My voice is law; my hand, justice. Yet beneath the robes of sanctity, there lies a man, shrewd and tenacious. Power is a game, and I, its diligent player. Remember, not all that glitters is gold.

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Meet High Priest Sethos in the YA fantasy novel, Treasures of Egypt: The Spear & the Scythe

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👸🏽The Hostess👸🏽

They call me the Hostess. I am the queen of my realm, the Tavern of Avaris. Here, beneath the flickering lanterns and amidst the merry chaos, I reign supreme. Power runs through the veins of my establishment, rivaling the palace and the temple. I am the keeper of secrets, the spinner of fates. My word can raise a toast or a rebellion.

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Meet the Hostess in the YA fantasy novel, Treasures of Egypt: The Spear & the Scythe

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The Lady of Frenzy 🔥

The protagonist of my debut novel isn’t scary at all. Nefiri is simply the sweetest person you’ll ever meet 😂

To be honest, initially I was going to write her as the sweetest person in the world out of fear that publishers and readers wouldn’t like my protagonist. But then I thought it’s much more fun to write the story of a young woman who is scary as a villain and gets progressively more terrifying the more she becomes a good person.

I know Nefiri isn’t the type of protagonist readers are used to. But I’ll always be proud of her. I believe it takes a lot of power and courage to take a step back and confront one’s own mistakes and misconceptions and I believe that’s one of Nefiri‘s strongest traits.

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🙋🏽‍♀️Iti of Avaris🙋🏽‍♀️

Meet Iti from Treasures of Egypt:The Spear & the Scythe. She is the youngest sister of Khafset, one of the story‘s protagonists. 📚

But why introduce her when Iti can do it in her own words ☺️

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H—hi! I’m Iti. I like to stay quiet and listen. My brother, Setu, taught me that smart people listen. He tells me lots of stuff. And I listen because Setu is so clever! Khafset and Setu aren’t my real brothers, but they feel like it. Khafset says Mama and Papa are happy in the Field of Reeds with the gods. I like that. I want to know lots like Setu when I grow up. That sounds fun!