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Published: 2015-06-14 16:32:17 +0000 UTC; Views: 3434; Favourites: 112; Downloads: 20
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Description Figured it was about time I introduced you guys to these buggars!
On the planet Ephomeris, where Alma originated from, there are nomadic groups that wander the landscape not part of any one society. Often times they are the misfits and individuals that have rejected the traditions of their own people. Whether it be for sincere reasons, or for the simple fact they did not belong. It is hard to live in the wilderness without the proper protection, it being harsh and unkind to those whom wander it without a group. However the beings whom hold the title of 'nomads' often times are able to surpass these boundaries. Becoming masters of their terrains, and instead of dying, flourishing. 
This here is one of those examples, a meridian family of misfits. 
The two heads of this harem is Ativaeus and Yanira, seen first and last on the list. Yanira was originally from the main Ephiri colony of Inthi,  while Ati was from the waters. Kind of a contradictory pairing, a sweet forest dweller and a ruthless killer. Yanira discovered Ati injured after a battle for the position of Alpha among his own people, being the sweet and at times stupid girl she is she decided to help the creature that had devoured countless of her kind. It was a long trail from there, filled with many compromises and countless mistakes. But they learned how to make it work. Unfortunately her people were not as forgiving upon learning of her betrayal.  

Yanira was banished for her decision, and unable to return to his own people Ati went with her into the deserts of Ephomeris. 
As you can see, things sorta progressed from there. In present day Ati and Yanira are the two proud parents of five restless and mischievous children, some more on the way, including the previously introduced Ibeyi! Despite their best attempts it seems the Ethreal has cursed them only to have daughters, perhaps the newest children that're on the way may be different. 

Ibeyi was teh first child to be born into the group, an as she grew in age took after both her parents in many ways. Possessing both her mothers sweet heart, and her fathers determination. The purple mass behind her being her 'waterbear,' going by the name of Bahn. Unlike the average snuffle-monster to select a companion, Bahn is a male. As such greatly more aggressive than the females, and much harder to train. To be honest, Ibeyi never perfectly 'trains' him even if it was better than how it began. 

Esra is the second oldest of this groups children, as sweet and kind hearted girl always seeking excitement. Keeping to her Ephiri linage she shares in their desire to collect all things beautiful and precious. Aka: SPARKLY. Think of them as big blue crow..monkeys.. She often assists her mother in the creation of every day necessities, including clothing and basket weaving. Though there is no doubt in this girls eyes her elder sister is her role model. Esra consistently attempting to follow in her footsteps.

Kiyah is what you may call the 'problem child' and 'Daddies girl.' She is has the hottest temper of the group, often times acting more like a Symph then anything else. Assisting her father on his hunts, and training relentlessly to become a trained fighter like him. Even if her stature and claws are not as long as his. 

Fee and Bee are the newest additions to the family, while they have not had the chance to grow much they already have developed quite the pair of lungs. The family referring to them as the 'screamers' due to the fact that when things do not go their way they have a habit of screeching. A very high pitch, glass shattering, ear drum busting screech. Fee has a much more submissive personality in comparison of her sister Bee thus far. Preferring to whimper and cling to others  while her sister will happily wiggle around and put anything she can in her mouth. Whether it is the best idea to do so or not.

So that's the family! A brief history on them and a bit about their children. To say that they're doting parents would be putting it lightly, despite Ati's Symph nature and upbringing he is an outstanding father. Willing to go above and beyond for his family, and rip apart anyone whom dares to bring harm to them.

Expect more of these babies soon guys!

OH one more thing!
A sweet fact for you all to think about in the days to come.
One of the people on here is going to die  
welp! onward! 


Nomad family and art belong to Octeapi
ephiri belong to Joydroid
Yhosymphs belong to Joydroid & Octeapi

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Comments: 17

Sunstar-Of-The-North [2016-08-25 23:51:08 +0000 UTC]

Dang! So much vivid and different colors!

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chill13 [2015-08-20 14:37:30 +0000 UTC]

Your art is absolutely astonishing!  I've looked through your gallery several times and I just realized that I have never commented.  
This picture is so fun!  I love character lineups and this is one of the best.  So many times in creating alien species all the individuals tend to look alike.  But these are wonderfully diverse and fun.  I love the design of this people with the various shades of blue gradiants and markings on them, those shocking yellow eyes with their unusually shaped pupils, and their very unique lips.  You didn't just take a human and color them blue.  (which I also see a lot)  
But what is just as fantastic as the species is their wardrobe!! The colors and patterns are so detailed.  I really love the butterfly theme in their capes and shawls.  

Sounds like a very interesting story you have here!  And you've clearly done a great deal of thinking on each of your characters.  I look forward to seeing more from you!

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Octeapi In reply to chill13 [2015-08-28 22:08:18 +0000 UTC]

Oh jeez this is such an outstanding comment, I've been sitting here just trying to figure out how to reply properly to this.

First of, thank you so much! 
Secondly, THANK YOU SO MUCH.

A big thing for me and my characters is wanting some kind of variety rather then the cookie cutter characters that look like the same template was used for each, aside from some different color schemes and hair styles. 
The basic design for the species was made by my friend Joydroid whom if you like the kind of stuff you've seen in my gallery I highly suggest you take a poke into hers! She has some outstanding stuff in there along with more information about the species itself on some of her deviations. 

The butterfly wings are actually almost like a statement of status among their people. Insects on the planet they are from tend to get very big, butterflies and dragonflies especially are predatory creatures. Usually able to take down anything in their paths. Having their wings/scales/fur pieces of them adorning your clothing is like stating how strong your clan is. Considering the fact that Ati is the muscle of their group, I'd say that they're pretty well off with him hunting what they need down. 

Same to you! I have had a gander at your gallery, and am pretty fascinated by the story you have going. (like yourself though before now I have neglected the commenting, sorry!) Your red haired bucko with the robotic arm seems like such a nice chap, I really enjoyed your comic strip/pages of him and his adoptive brother/friend I am assuming. Very touching moment to share with your watchers, I'm assuming it also lends to a great deal of character development from that point forward. Keep up the good work Chill13!

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chill13 In reply to Octeapi [2015-09-09 02:28:17 +0000 UTC]

No problem at all!  your art is AMAZING!!!

I took a look at her gallery.  I've seen bother her and your pictures but I admit, sadly, that I didn't realize that they were by two different artists.  *shame face*

OOh!  I thought they were simply butterfly designs.  I didn't realize they were ACTUAL butterfly parts.  That is soo much cooler!  Butterflies and dragonflies being the apex predators is just such a neat idea!

Aww.  Thank you!  So glad you like him!  Rover is a pretty friendly fellah.  Annoyingly so at times.    Oh, yes.  They grow up best pals.  And Flyspur becomes Rover's first mate when he gets his own starship.  

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Juliet-W-42 [2015-08-15 18:13:51 +0000 UTC]

i just casually looked at this again and

1. i love them all aaaaaa what a great family (even if they got kicked out of their tribe-things. welp...)
2. their outfits are so dang good and i love Esra's hair >o>
3. your note at the end of the description concerns meee...... someones... gonna die?! ;A;

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Octeapi In reply to Juliet-W-42 [2015-08-28 22:02:26 +0000 UTC]

Yeaah few bumpy pasts on the road behind them but the future is bright for this vagabond family. 
oh Esra is the fashionista of the bunch, can't beat her when it comes to style.  *hair flip*
uvu _perhaps_ BD 

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Juliet-W-42 In reply to Octeapi [2015-08-28 22:31:00 +0000 UTC]

them backstories are what i live for lD
she may be the fashionista but they all have such great detailed outfits, like dang
>o>c

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katstories [2015-06-15 02:31:28 +0000 UTC]

Mo my gosh the babies are adorable!

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Octeapi In reply to katstories [2015-08-28 22:00:55 +0000 UTC]

Arent they! Be careful though they have the lungs of a siren they will break glass with those pipes

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WritterInTheArtHat [2015-06-14 18:38:14 +0000 UTC]

Nice designs. I love how you show the back designs of some of the characters too, nice touch :3

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Octeapi In reply to WritterInTheArtHat [2015-08-28 22:01:21 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much!  I need to make a more complete reference for these buggars but for now I figured this would work

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WritterInTheArtHat In reply to Octeapi [2015-08-28 22:12:00 +0000 UTC]

It's very nice.

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KarolinaSkaUniverse [2015-06-14 18:33:54 +0000 UTC]

Dang all these characters are so cool

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Octeapi In reply to KarolinaSkaUniverse [2015-08-28 22:01:28 +0000 UTC]

T hank youuuu ;v; <3

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KarolinaSkaUniverse In reply to Octeapi [2015-09-11 14:17:54 +0000 UTC]

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prodigal-gamer [2015-06-14 16:48:10 +0000 UTC]

Beautifully imagined!

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Octeapi In reply to prodigal-gamer [2015-08-28 22:01:32 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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