#askakoi

[akoichoi]

Hi! I really like the way you draw phoenix and edgeworth <3 I was also wondering if you could do a small tutorial on how you draw their hair? Istg their hairstyles are making me go mad, bald even

uhhh thanks! honestly, i'm still figuring them out so i wouldn't really say my portrayal of them is super accurate or anything?

but um, here's a little... thing? explaining my thought process on their hair

ALSO- depending on the level of realism you're going for, referencing is a great tool too. i have reference folders full of celeb pics that reminds me of them. it helps me visualize and stay consistent :)

[akoichoi]

Please start on Pheonix being the repressed one between him and Edgeworth. I beg. (I agree wholeheartedly but I need need NEED to see someone else talk about it lmao.)

oh sure, absolutely

y'know i'm always thinking about how opposite some of their character traits seem to be between canon and fanon. (which is a whole 'nother subtopic in itself) I'm always ready to talk about Phoenix being a pain in the ass lmao

i've found that the most damning evidence is literally in Phoenix's dialogue. tbh the only reason why Phoenix seems to be such an open book is because he's the only character whose inner thoughts and private monologues are bared to the audience. A lot of his expressive thoughts are just... thoughts. So what do we actually know?

This guy has secrets on secrets. You're telling me his lifelong friend Larry had no clue that he was agonizing over a childhood memory (about their mutual bff) that changed the trajectory of his entire life?? Like how long did you stew in that one, Phoenix?

oh yeah, 15 YEARS.

He's got all these great friends that he knows so well, but nobody knows a thing about him or how he's feeling (and they've tried). I'm talking about his goals, passions, problems, history- whatever. Any time a person from Phoenix's past shows up, it's never until he's pushed to the edge before he's forced ready to share.

Much like when Edgeworth dies, Phoenix can't stand to think about him much less hear his name. Nor can he explain why he's so evasive, even when Edgeworth comes back from the dead. And then Phoenix is still being aggressive and dishonest about it. Maybe it'll take another 15 years until he's ready again.

In comparison, while Edgeworth is pretty secretive himself, he's always been pretty open about his reasons why and how he's feeling.

"I'm not doing this to prove I'm tough, or because I look down on you. I just don't want you anywhere near this case. Understand?"

For a guy that talks about unnecessary feelings, he's pretty vocal about 'em, even if they're spoken about in a roundabout manner. It's clear that he doesn't particularly like talking feelings, but he does talk about them.

I think people often confuse their overlying temperaments, Phoenix being more emotive and Edgeworth being more aloof, with their actual words/actions. Phoenix may be more talkative, but he's picky about what he likes to talk about and Edgeworth is a man of fewer words but he'll talk about things that are important.

[akoichoi]

I love every time you draw Phoenix Wright in the beanie… Thank you💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

ohh you're so welcome 🥹

[akoichoi]

your aa art is lovely i want you to know that

oh! thank you!! that's so nice of you :)

[akoichoi]

I’m the beanie anon and omggg Thank you for feeding me i love love. love. love. your art so much!!! And you’re playing AA4 now? Please be careful, that’s how i ended up with a beanix obsession… Hope you enjoy the game, it’s genuinely my favorite! 💜

hi anon! you're welcome 👍

i just started aa4 but i have to go back and play a few trilogy cases i skipped sped through. but so far, so good!

i am seeing how much you guys like beanie phoenix LMAO

[akoichoi]

I enjoy your ace attorney opinions too many people are too nice to these characters.

I LOVE these guys but they suck. And that’s important !

yes! you get it!!! these guys are absolutely the type to trip you then tell you you fall weird. they're real assholes lol

i have so many unpopular opinions about these characters so i'm glad there's someone out there enjoying them!

[akoichoi]

Hello! Are your commissions open?

Hi! My commissions are closed!

[akoichoi]

I really enjoy seeing you post about AA! It's a lot of fun to watch you dig into all the nooks and crannies of content of the series. It's super different from how I was introduced to it, and seeing your passion makes me want to get back into the series again. Your thoughts on it are super exciting!

omg i'm so happy to hear that

i really wasn't expecting much because i was so late to the party but i ended up getting all excited by myself! lmao better late than never

i know i love sharing my thoughts so i encourage anyone to come back and discuss here with me lol

[akoichoi]

Hi! Your art is really lovely. Thank you for sharing it!! I was wondering, are you open to doing commissions?

aww wow thank you! I am not accepting commissions right now, sorry!

[akoichoi]

would you draw nightwing and starfire with redhood and artemis again please i miss them in your art

sorry anon, unfortunately i’m not taking any requests on this account right now 😔

[akoichoi]

for the ask game! 4! 10! 12!

4. Fav character/subject that's a bitch to draw

Suits! I love suits so much but my brain just can't wrap around how they fold/work!! Shoulder pads are basically the bane of my existence...

10. Favorite piece of clothing to draw

A big crisp button up shirt. Or anything with a shirt collar or buttons, I love me some collar seams. Or, maybe like... capes?

12. Easiest part of body to draw

Maybe not the simplest when you think "easy," but hands come to me pretty easily compared to other body parts.

Plus, they're pretty fun to pose!

[akoichoi]

coming in here to say that i love your art and that seeing you draw mp100 / ritsu fanart genuinely gave me heart palpitations you are amazing THATS ALL

omg CheWY you're the best

but also. does this... mean... more chewy mp100 content?

[akoichoi]

4

4. Fav character/subject that's a bitch to draw

Another 4! Lucky for you, I've got another answer, anon.

I like my fair share of celebs including Jekki and MCR but likeness can be a REAL bitch to get down sometimes.

I think at this point I go for good enough.

[akoichoi]

like #5? and 9?

5: Estimate of how much of your art you post online vs. the art you keep for yourself

Oooohhhh hmmm I keep a GOOD chunk locked up... I post maybe a ratio of something like 3:7?

Here’s a rare Eastward self insert sketch that I never posted 

9. What are your file name conventions

Easy. Dated by year, month, day and then by alphabet if needed. i.e: "20221115b"

[akoichoi]

"Batman: Reborn but it’s the Umbrella Academy" So is Steph on a farm with Kara? Does Cass have her own cult?

Stephanie is Absolutely on a farm with farm frau Kara Zor El. Let’s say Cass is kicking ass in an underground fighting ring. 

[akoichoi]

HI i literally came back on tumblr because of quarantine and FMA but i am SO HAPPY to see all your art on here and !!!! all this content of yours that i've never seen before !!!! bro your art is SO GOOD and you have improved so much!!! i'm !!!

HEY welcome back!!!(?) Yeah!! Took a quick break but I’ve been here shitposting like no tomorrow. BUT YOU with the fma and loz content. I see you. and your art. and. I love it. so. much. never. stop.