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For lack of a better title.

My entry to MercenaryBlade 's contest

Presenting: 300 Watcher contest!Read Carefully for Rules, Deadlines, Etc.Well, thought I'd get this out before the watcher count decreases to below 300 again. It's been a long time coming, and more than a year since I reached the 200 watcher milestone. A lot has happened: I have moved around a lot, friends have left or vanished. But I've made new friends too. It's foolish to think that everything is perfect and wonderful here on DA. There's been floods of AI images, some of them really disturbing. The website has made a lot of unpopular decisions. BUT! There's no reason we can't spread some positivity and have some healthy competition between each other!Also. This is a great opportunity to meet some new people, see some great art, and read some amazing stories! Also please share this and maybe get others interested. If you don't mind. (Not a necessity)Given we've reached a higher watcher count, I think the prizes need to be a little bit better too. So, without further delay, here are the two categories and rules.REMINDER: The art and writing competitions are SEPERATE. ,ART CATEGORY: All skill levels welcome! Digital or Traditional. It's all fair game. What are we supposed to draw? Any of my characters. I lack drawing skills, so it's a real special thing to see them come alive. Your piece can be as simple or as complex as you like. We're looking for creativity and passion. If you want to do a simple B&W sketch that's fine. You want an elaborate piece with a full background, that is also fine! Character sheets? Cool. A chart, map, landscape, chibi versions? A crossover with your characters? Cover for a story you read? Comic? Sure! Whatever it is YOU would like to do. All stand an equal chance of placing, as I'm not sure how many will enter. (Drawing references included in this journal read on if interested)Oh but X watches you and they're so much better at drawing than me and.... *Smack* No! None of that thinking here! You don't know who is ACTUALLY going to enter. Some may even say they are and not participate. You could be the only entrant for all you know. So I say go for it, no matter what your skill level is! This is about fun more than anything. Rules: Anyone can enter! You don't have to be a watcher of mine to enter. (Though it would make me happy if you did.)No hardcore NSFW images please! I'm ok with a bit of fanservice here and there but keep it tasteful.Please leave a link to this contest in your entries. DO NOT post your submission in the comments section, I don't want to scare potential competitors away thinking they've lost already. This way it will be a surprise for all at the end. Tag me in the description and send me a note for good measure just in case I'm not notified. What if I can write and draw? -Then you're very talented and I'm a bit jealous, but you must choose 1 category to enter I'm afraid. Of course, you're free to add some story to your description. No AI generated images. This is a competition for those that can draw. Deadline: October 1- Should be a good amount of time, and this contest will wrap up just in time for all those October drawing contests. Prizes: 1st Place: Diamond badge, featured journal, one short story written by me, 30-USD, bragging rights. Featured on Veilwinter.com 2nd Place: Hype badge, featured journal, one short story written by me, 20-USD bragging rights. Featured on Veilwinter.com 3rd Place: Quartz badge, featured journal, 500 DA points, bragging rights.4th Place: Featured journal, 130 DA points, bragging rights.NOTES: What? Just 30 bucks! Hey, look pal, I'm not exactly loaded here and I'm giving away the same prizes for the writers. Cash prize via PayPal: If paypal doe not work in your region let me know and we'll work something outImage references: Draknor, Kaya, Fortune, Red, Amber, Halla, Skreet Snickertooth, Kairi, Eos, Yvette, Farah, Onna, Kashikoi, Captain Sphinx, Decius and Takeshi.,There are definitely a few characters lacking their own art, so if you want to be the first feel free. But these are my main characters. If you need more references, I'm happy to point you in the right direction. Reminder Bakari is not my character; I just write for him as he's @MegaJeff1989 character. Writing Category: Write a story featuring any of my characters.Just like the art contest whatever you're comfortable with, be it a short story or longer. But if you do decide to write a long epic piece, at least have a PT1 by the deadline. It's always a joy to see what other writers do with my characters. These stories can be grand adventures, humorous situations, mundane daily life, or crazy crossovers with your characters. Want to write an AU where multiple characters can exist together? Sure. Is there something you've always wished I did with my characters, but I never do? Now's your chance to use your ideas. Rules: I am perfectly fine with my characters, getting hurt, captured, tricked, needing help etc. As this usually just adds to the stakes. I only ask they not look like total chumps, or get some comeuppance later. Please don't kill them out right, that's a bit mean. Again, I'm ok with a bit of fanservice but please don't go too overboard.No you can't just have an AI write it for you. It's okay to use AI for a prompt, or to help you through writer's block, but definitely don't let it write the whole thing. (It doesn't go well)If you're still learning my characters, you know where my gallery is. I'll also provide a few mini sampler pieces. Please leave a link to this contest in your entries. Tag me in the description and send me a note for good measure. DO NOT post in the comments section, I don't want to scare potential competitors away thinking they've lost already. This way it will be a surprise for all at the end. What if I can write and draw? -Then you're very talented and I'm a bit jealous, but you must choose 1 category to enter I'm afraid.I'm more than happy to provide you with details for your story, or help you think of ideas or even suggest a character for you. Asking for help does not disqualify you.Deadline: October 1: Prizes: 1st Place: Diamond badge, featured journal, one short story written by me, 30-USD, bragging rights. Featured on Veilwinter.com 2nd Place: Hype badge, featured journal, one short story written by me, 20-USD bragging rights. Featured on Veilwinter.com 3rd Place: Quartz badge, featured journal, 500 DA points, bragging rights.4th Place: Featured journal, 130 DA points, bragging rights.NOTES: What? Just 30 bucks! Hey, look buddy, I'm not exactly loaded here and I'm giving away the same prizes for the artists. Cash prize via PayPal: If paypal doe not work in your region let me know and we'll work something out.,AAmber on the RunThe meerkat girl - dressed in shorts, a vest, andOOnna Jungle Tales: The River InvaderOnna crouched on the tree branch spear in hand;CCharacter Drabbles 3Author’s Note: This is the writer’s equivalent ofCCharacter Drabbles 2Author’s note: This is the writingCCharacter DrabblesAuthor’s note: This is the writingSStory CollageWarning. Life support systems failing. StationSooo, how's that sound? Want to enter? I hope you do! It's a great opportunity to maybe make some new connections. Stay awesome!...

I went with Draknor for a change of pace, and just for that extra dragon factor I added in Ylla, and even Ina from the first tale.

I also went more realistic with dragon features. I know it probably doesn't emote well, but I can't stylise dragons. Also Ina has no pupils because I thought she looked so much better that way, very powerful and cold.

Anyway, enjoy

Draknor, Ylla, and Ina are (C) to MercenaryBlade

Description

For lack of a better title.

My entry to MercenaryBlade 's contest

Presenting: 300 Watcher contest!Read Carefully for Rules, Deadlines, Etc.Well, thought I'd get this out before the watcher count decreases to below 300 again. It's been a long time coming, and more than a year since I reached the 200 watcher milestone. A lot has happened: I have moved around a lot, friends have left or vanished. But I've made new friends too. It's foolish to think that everything is perfect and wonderful here on DA. There's been floods of AI images, some of them really disturbing. The website has made a lot of unpopular decisions. BUT! There's no reason we can't spread some positivity and have some healthy competition between each other!Also. This is a great opportunity to meet some new people, see some great art, and read some amazing stories! Also please share this and maybe get others interested. If you don't mind. (Not a necessity)Given we've reached a higher watcher count, I think the prizes need to be a little bit better too. So, without further delay, here are the two categories and rules.REMINDER: The art and writing competitions are SEPERATE. ,ART CATEGORY: All skill levels welcome! Digital or Traditional. It's all fair game. What are we supposed to draw? Any of my characters. I lack drawing skills, so it's a real special thing to see them come alive. Your piece can be as simple or as complex as you like. We're looking for creativity and passion. If you want to do a simple B&W sketch that's fine. You want an elaborate piece with a full background, that is also fine! Character sheets? Cool. A chart, map, landscape, chibi versions? A crossover with your characters? Cover for a story you read? Comic? Sure! Whatever it is YOU would like to do. All stand an equal chance of placing, as I'm not sure how many will enter. (Drawing references included in this journal read on if interested)Oh but X watches you and they're so much better at drawing than me and.... *Smack* No! None of that thinking here! You don't know who is ACTUALLY going to enter. Some may even say they are and not participate. You could be the only entrant for all you know. So I say go for it, no matter what your skill level is! This is about fun more than anything. Rules: Anyone can enter! You don't have to be a watcher of mine to enter. (Though it would make me happy if you did.)No hardcore NSFW images please! I'm ok with a bit of fanservice here and there but keep it tasteful.Please leave a link to this contest in your entries. DO NOT post your submission in the comments section, I don't want to scare potential competitors away thinking they've lost already. This way it will be a surprise for all at the end. Tag me in the description and send me a note for good measure just in case I'm not notified. What if I can write and draw? -Then you're very talented and I'm a bit jealous, but you must choose 1 category to enter I'm afraid. Of course, you're free to add some story to your description. No AI generated images. This is a competition for those that can draw. Deadline: October 1- Should be a good amount of time, and this contest will wrap up just in time for all those October drawing contests. Prizes: 1st Place: Diamond badge, featured journal, one short story written by me, 30-USD, bragging rights. Featured on Veilwinter.com 2nd Place: Hype badge, featured journal, one short story written by me, 20-USD bragging rights. Featured on Veilwinter.com 3rd Place: Quartz badge, featured journal, 500 DA points, bragging rights.4th Place: Featured journal, 130 DA points, bragging rights.NOTES: What? Just 30 bucks! Hey, look pal, I'm not exactly loaded here and I'm giving away the same prizes for the writers. Cash prize via PayPal: If paypal doe not work in your region let me know and we'll work something outImage references: Draknor, Kaya, Fortune, Red, Amber, Halla, Skreet Snickertooth, Kairi, Eos, Yvette, Farah, Onna, Kashikoi, Captain Sphinx, Decius and Takeshi.,There are definitely a few characters lacking their own art, so if you want to be the first feel free. But these are my main characters. If you need more references, I'm happy to point you in the right direction. Reminder Bakari is not my character; I just write for him as he's @MegaJeff1989 character. Writing Category: Write a story featuring any of my characters.Just like the art contest whatever you're comfortable with, be it a short story or longer. But if you do decide to write a long epic piece, at least have a PT1 by the deadline. It's always a joy to see what other writers do with my characters. These stories can be grand adventures, humorous situations, mundane daily life, or crazy crossovers with your characters. Want to write an AU where multiple characters can exist together? Sure. Is there something you've always wished I did with my characters, but I never do? Now's your chance to use your ideas. Rules: I am perfectly fine with my characters, getting hurt, captured, tricked, needing help etc. As this usually just adds to the stakes. I only ask they not look like total chumps, or get some comeuppance later. Please don't kill them out right, that's a bit mean. Again, I'm ok with a bit of fanservice but please don't go too overboard.No you can't just have an AI write it for you. It's okay to use AI for a prompt, or to help you through writer's block, but definitely don't let it write the whole thing. (It doesn't go well)If you're still learning my characters, you know where my gallery is. I'll also provide a few mini sampler pieces. Please leave a link to this contest in your entries. Tag me in the description and send me a note for good measure. DO NOT post in the comments section, I don't want to scare potential competitors away thinking they've lost already. This way it will be a surprise for all at the end. What if I can write and draw? -Then you're very talented and I'm a bit jealous, but you must choose 1 category to enter I'm afraid.I'm more than happy to provide you with details for your story, or help you think of ideas or even suggest a character for you. Asking for help does not disqualify you.Deadline: October 1: Prizes: 1st Place: Diamond badge, featured journal, one short story written by me, 30-USD, bragging rights. Featured on Veilwinter.com 2nd Place: Hype badge, featured journal, one short story written by me, 20-USD bragging rights. Featured on Veilwinter.com 3rd Place: Quartz badge, featured journal, 500 DA points, bragging rights.4th Place: Featured journal, 130 DA points, bragging rights.NOTES: What? Just 30 bucks! Hey, look buddy, I'm not exactly loaded here and I'm giving away the same prizes for the artists. Cash prize via PayPal: If paypal doe not work in your region let me know and we'll work something out.,AAmber on the RunThe meerkat girl - dressed in shorts, a vest, andOOnna Jungle Tales: The River InvaderOnna crouched on the tree branch spear in hand;CCharacter Drabbles 3Author’s Note: This is the writer’s equivalent ofCCharacter Drabbles 2Author’s note: This is the writingCCharacter DrabblesAuthor’s note: This is the writingSStory CollageWarning. Life support systems failing. StationSooo, how's that sound? Want to enter? I hope you do! It's a great opportunity to maybe make some new connections. Stay awesome!...

I went with Draknor for a change of pace, and just for that extra dragon factor I added in Ylla, and even Ina from the first tale.

I also went more realistic with dragon features. I know it probably doesn't emote well, but I can't stylise dragons. Also Ina has no pupils because I thought she looked so much better that way, very powerful and cold.

Anyway, enjoy

Draknor, Ylla, and Ina are (C) to MercenaryBlade