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This is one of those new characters that evolved out of a sketch - who is she? No idea! What is her name? Not a clue! Will she appear in a new project? Only time will tell! Comments, criticisms and suggestions for who or what she might be are welcome!
I've been sketching new characters a lot lately... there are more to come!
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Who doesn't love a techy space-hammer?
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I think she's a French super heroine.Β Real name: Charlene Martel.Β Β Nom de guerre: Frappe Bleu.Β (Blue Strike)Β What do you think?Β She just looked French to me for some reason, and the rest just popped into my head.
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That's an interesting thought - not sure about the name, but thanks for the thoughts - useful to hear what people think when they see her!
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Yeah, I know.Β Frappe Bleu would sound really tough in France.Β But in US it would just sound goofy.Β lolΒ Maybe Topaz? If that jewel she wears is a topaz.
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That's better - hmmm - We'll have to see...
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TOPAZ ..... TOPAZ .....Β TOPAZ .... TOPAZ .....
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Must... call... her... Topaz....
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Sweet design! She kind of looks like Sigourney Weaver did in her younger years.
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I thought that too! Great minds!
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Don't feel bad. That's how I've invented a lot of my characters.
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I like her character design, it's very 'Jack Kirby' unique with the New Gods!Β
Dunno if this would work as a name but, how about either 'Photonic Hammer' or 'Andromeda' (after the constellation?)
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I was definitely going for a sort of New Gods thing here - although not directly referencing Kirby. I think Andromeda has more potential than naming her after the hammer, but we shall see...
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hammer hammer hammer .....but n e way she has a great design I say she looks like some type of time hunter fugitive
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Definitely futuristic. I was thinking of some kind of modern take on mythological gods - a bit like the Jack Kirby New Gods idea possibly. Or maybe she's just a woman who likes to hit stuff! Thanks for the 
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That doesnβt look like a weapon to me, and in any case not every problem needs a violent solution.Β Iβd say she looks more like an explorer, thatβs a tool, and itβs on a pole either because she wants to extend it beyond her reach, or because itβs too dangerous to activate while in direct contact with her body.
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That's really interesting - definitely something to think about when I develop this character further. Thanks for the thoughtful comments.
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very cool looking character! hope to see more of her!
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Me too! Thanks for the kind words and the
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With that black hair and spacey suit, she could easily be a relative of Vigil's - just with curly hair
"Tech Hammer" or "Hammer Time" could actually be her name.
I really like this character by first impression. The hammer is an interesting take.
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I see her as being a bit more imposing than Vigil - physically I mean. Agree that the hammer 'makes' the character here - something a bit different to have a female character with such an un-subtle weapon perhaps!Β More new characters to follow - I've gone a bit mad with this....
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Well, if she makes it in, our characters will probably be the least stuble ones
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You should definitely design more characters! I like the current one, but it would be good to see which characters might work best in different combinations with each other. I have a few more to post at the weekend!
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Even more? Man, you're really on a roll, aren't you?
I hope to design one or two more. How tough can it be to create a Superhero?
( famous last words )
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LOL! I find it's easy to draw them - but the names are the bit I struggle with!
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Great looking character, and I agree with everyone else, that hammer rocks!
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The character was just in sketchbook limbo until I realised that she'd look good with something on her shoulder - then it just evolved. I quite like the idea of having a female character with such an un-subtle weapon - a bit different! A bit like Hawkgirl in the old Justice League cartoon perhaps. Anyway, quite a few more characters to come (I've gone a bit mad with this) thanks for the
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Looking forward to more of your designs! I should probably knock out one or two more myself. Just for some variety.
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It's an addiction! I have three more in the pencils stage to come - but the week is looking scarily busy so they probably won't appear online until next weekend. Pesky real life!
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Bit of a sci-fantasy style about this one. Very nice. Love the hammer
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That's it exactly - there's a sort of 'New Gods' vibe I think... although I'm still not sure if that's the direction to take the character in. Thanks for the
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Obviously, the hammer is the most noteworthy aspect of the character. Β I think it's just subtle enough to draw attention without overfocus. Β The character's look is pretty good. Β The look is a little monochromatic, but that could easily be intentional here. Β Special ops perhaps?
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I might increase the contrast between the two shades of grey, but I quite like that dark suit - I agree it's a bit monochrome but it suits a no-nonsense, physical character like this I think. Special ops is interesting - we'll have to see! Thanks for the thoughtful comments and the
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I've always enjoyed hammers over swords when it comes to archaic weaponry. Such variety in uses.
Since its a Tech Hammer, it is even more awesome. Wonder if she could fire energy blasts at the bottom of the open shaft?
The dark colors are good, though wouldn't mind see a bit more of the blue on the outfit. Personal preference, really.
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Yeah, I'm not 100% sold on the colour balance - this is really an initial sketch rather than a final design, but I like the darkness of the suit - kind of suits a no-nonsense, physical character. Definitely see the hammer shooting energy blasts as well as just clobbering people! Anything Thor can do... Thanks for the thoughtful comments - much appreciated!
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She will Be Mine *Yoinks Picture out and Walks off with it* Victory is Mine!
I could probably suggest something space-esque with this one.
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LOL - Bring her back, she's mine! Thanks for the kind words and the
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i'd say you nailed it...with her hammer
but seriously, i really like the design! can't wait to see what you are going to do with her!
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Me too! I'm designing lots of characters and then picking which I like best for a new project - but this one is definitely one of my favourites. Thanks for the kind words!
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she got my vote aswell...if there is a vote
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Not formally! But the opinions are (as always!) most welcome! Plans are in motion for these guys... as always, it's just a matter of finding the time!
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Space Hammer!
You know what that means!
"HAMMER TIME!"
All jokes aside, this is one pretty interesting looking character. Wonder what else you got to show us.
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LOL - well, you got in forst with the Hammer Time joke, so I'll let you off! Thanks for the kind words and the
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Yayz! Wait, so that means if I make that joke again, it really will be hammer time?
You're most welcome and looking forward to what other characters you got.
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