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Horses from 2019 Inktober

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Playing!

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Thought experiment: It’s a bright, sunshiny day and you are an adorable unicorn.

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The Path of the Fae Folk

It had been a little while since Erik had walked through the forest with his Unicorn friend (who he now fondly called Inga). Usually he was too busy with his chores and training to go on walks through the forest. However this summers morning was different, he'd awoken early dawn was only a wink on the horizon. After letting his eyes adjust he noticed that there were small glowing lights in his room. They seemed to be leading a trail towards the woods, quickly dressing Erik slipped out of the house and followed the lights towards the tree line. Once he entered the woods he saw her. Inga! She seemed pleased to see him, shaking her lion like mane and softly whinnying.

Hugging her they set off through the forest, following the green lights as they went. Erik kept to Inga's side as to not insult her by climbing on her back. He felt that she wanted to show him something.

Walking further along another light became known to them, it seemed like it was coming from a small candle, however upon further inspection they realised what this was. Walking along a small branch was some very strange creatures that looked like walking toadstools. Fae-folk, one in front holding a glowing acorn like a lantern, with a small troop following behind. Erik now realised what these small green lights were...faeries....Inga was now wanting to share in her world, as he had shared her in his.

I'm enjoying designing these faerie characters in the Cartoon Saloon style, it's tricky but worth it.

Not sure if I'll get another one done this month, but we'll see.

Hope you guys are well and enjoying this little annual series.

Music Inspiration: Perfect Day by Miriam Stockley

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Ghosts of the Kings

The rain came, along with its sister the mist. Despite the poor conditions the Unicorn pressed onward, deeper into the moorlands. Passing through many a bog, scrublands, and towering monuments of the Tor's. Treading heavily through longer grass, small lights winked into existence through the downpour. Soft green glows seemed to guide her path through the uneven land, on and on until she came across a familiar sight.

Three large mounds loomed in the dense fog, yet as she moved closer she began to see what they really were, statues. Old monuments of the All Father Odin and a couple of his warriors. Upon the reveal she noticed the little green lights, as they seemed too dance around the statues. Will-o'-the-wisps. Looking towards the All Father she clocked a slight glow to his good eye. Then through the wind and the rain, the sounds of what seemed like thunder rumbled. Through this she heard a voice.

"Be wary of the mortals village. For another has noticed your presence. Be swift, be strong, be cunning."

Oh Boy I forgot to share these on here, sorry about that!

Happy Junicorn!

I'm back at it again with my viking unicorn characters, hope you guys enjoy!

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Art and Characters are (c) to Me!

Please DO NOT Base/Trace, Repost, or Sell my work!

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Character Spotlight: Regis Eremu

Name + Meaning: Eremu "Land"

Age: 41 years/82 solstices (Born under a Right Talon Moon in 1291 New Era)

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Gender: Cis Male

Sexuality: Straight

Pride/Rank: Regis of the Oasis

Species: African Lion (Tsavo)

Source Alignment: Moon

Family: Dione (Younger Brother); Ersa (Mate); Sirocco (Son); Sadzi (Daughter)  

Role: Minor character (Bury Me Shallow)

Personality: Dour, Hard to Impress, Rigid, Strict, & Quiet

VA Choice: Jason Spisak (Silco from Arcane)

Theme Song: Why We Build the Wall from the Hadestown Soundtrack

Eremu is the standing Regis to the Oasis, a civilization within the Expanse, the desert, that is dedicated to the Moon. Eremu's position as Regis means he is regarded as a direct descendant to the Moon's first children and as such has a personal connection with the Moon's spirit and will unlike any other lion. He has remained a stalwart leader over the Oasis for many decades now, but many believe he will soon be joining the Moon's spirit in the sky, as is every lion's journey. These whispers have not gone unheard by the Regis who has doubled the amount of training time he spends with his protégé and son, the Regent Sirocco.

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Beepbeep 🛵📦

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Finally getting round to writing down the notes for my creature characters and their world.

Hopefully I'll have something to share later down the line!

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The wonderfully in-depth analysis of Birrin lore from Curious Archive. they did the research themselves and pretty much nailed it. Though mysteries remain...

Part 1 www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRgw..

Part 2 www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRgw...

The Birrin saga is an entire chapter of my Kickstarter book 'Other Worlds The Art of Alex Ries': sign up for the launch! bit.ly/403C70b

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You are strongly advised not to feed the ducks in this pond.

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Concepts for Hexxus; was a huge Fern Gully fan as a kid :P

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The Lackadaisy Season 1 Poster -

Really enjoyed taking some time out to make this. A gold foil version bearing my signature is available for a limited time only. Picking one up helps us keep our indie production funded and moving forward!

Find it now in the Lackadaisy Shop!

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31 days, 6 prompts, 1 Home Sweet Home ✨🏡🎃🐈‍⬛✨

Happy Halloween! 🧡

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Soot dragons only stand up on two legs when they’re angerey 😡

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Is there anything more satisfying than arranging something in rainbow order? Didn’t intentionally pick rainbow colors for this illustration’s color scheme – just a happy accident!

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Hey. Minors following me. Internet safety is key!! NEVER include these in your bio/byf:

Medical diagnoses - this is nobody's business but yours. You don't owe anyone an explanation for why you are the way that you are

Trauma - same reason as above

Triggers - people can use these against you! Don't give people tools to hurt you. No one has to know what tags you block. Just block tags to stay safe!

Age - age is okay for adults to include but is iffy when you're a teen. Predators want this information, don't give people more than they need. Just state that you're a minor, that's all that anyone needs to know.

In general: stay safe. If you're not comfortable with every stranger out there having access to this information, you shouldn't post it on the internet.

Play devil's advocate and ask yourself about what would happen if someone searched for your information with intent to hurt you. You do NOT owe anyone an explanation!