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Thank you, Dragoneer
Posted a year agoHey there, everyone. It has been a while. Yes, I’m still around, alive and kicking, and still doing art. I’m just more reserved regarding my work nowadays due to focusing on improving both my art, character designs and storytelling but I still lurk around. Well, that and this whole AI-madness is getting me somewhat paranoid. xD
Anyways, today, I have decided to finally break the silence to express myself about the passing of the owner of FA, Dragoneer.
While I do not know him personally, I have heard he’s a great guy and I am eternally grateful for this site’s existence, as it helped me building up my confidence in designing anthropomorphic animal characters without shame and found truly wonderful friends here. Dragoneer’s passing aches my heart despite not knowing him.
So, Dragoneer, wherever you are, I thank you for your hard work. I’m pretty sure you were an awesome person in life and we could have been friends. Your memory will always be cherished and inspire others. May your soul be at peace.
Now, I’m not sure about the future of this site or how long it will last. If the worst is to come, I may have to find other alternatives before I start posting art again. Maybe Newgrounds or at least a site with app functions that offers notifications (like Deviantart but without AI-influence).
That’s all for now. Hope everyone have a pleasant day. Till next time!
~ KRILLΩS
Anyways, today, I have decided to finally break the silence to express myself about the passing of the owner of FA, Dragoneer.
While I do not know him personally, I have heard he’s a great guy and I am eternally grateful for this site’s existence, as it helped me building up my confidence in designing anthropomorphic animal characters without shame and found truly wonderful friends here. Dragoneer’s passing aches my heart despite not knowing him.
So, Dragoneer, wherever you are, I thank you for your hard work. I’m pretty sure you were an awesome person in life and we could have been friends. Your memory will always be cherished and inspire others. May your soul be at peace.
Now, I’m not sure about the future of this site or how long it will last. If the worst is to come, I may have to find other alternatives before I start posting art again. Maybe Newgrounds or at least a site with app functions that offers notifications (like Deviantart but without AI-influence).
That’s all for now. Hope everyone have a pleasant day. Till next time!
~ KRILLΩS
Yo there, everyone!
Posted 4 years agoIt has been a while, hasn’t it?
Where have you been, mah mawn?!
At home, socially distancing. I haven’t caught anything, fortunately, but these past two years hasn’t been gentle with me either, especially since my best friend, who was the biggest influence to my art, tragically passed away on 2019…
What happened to the art?
You guys probably have this figured out a long time ago but I’m suffering from an art block and haven’t been able to finish a single piece of a completed work. I had hoped to work on my projects during this pandemic but these anxious times has put a massive dent to my spirits and caused my artistic spark to dwindle. I think more for my family (even though they’re fine) than my own passions.
So are you quitting?
The short and simple answer: Hell naaaaw!
My artistic spark may have gotten dim but it’s definitely not snuffed out. I still have that creative drive and I have been doodling and storycrafting for some time. Some of these sketches are ready to be made into complete works. Besides, I owe people commissions that I haven’t finished yet and I would be damned to quit on them now. I just need to reignite my passion once more.
That’s good to hear, brawh. How’s everything else?
I won a PS5 from a lottery contest. Got a bundle with the new Ratchet and Clank-game and it has been wonderful through and through. x3 I’m also fully vaccinated and everything seems to be coming back together.
The direction of Omega Age
During this artless pandemic, I got a lot of time to think about my most ambitious project, Omega Age, and lately I have questioned my own sense of originality. Most of my characters are one way or other inspired by many things throughout their creation and that’s pretty natural. But sometimes their conception gets too influenced by the inspirations’ source material and may lead the characters losing of what makes them original. Take my character Goldmane, for example. Goldmane is inspired by multiple lion heroes from various pop cultures I’ve seen. But there’s the problem, I feel like I’ve been too influenced by them and made Goldmane too stereotypical. In other words, I made him look too much of a Simba and the other fictional lions after him. Realizing this, I now strive to take a different approach with Goldmane, as well as other characters suffering from the same problem, and really try to make something both satisfying and unique to me and their story without too much influence of the inspirational sources. I apologize to everyone for the possibility of yet another character design revamp but I feel like I need to do this. I also want to try a different profile sheet that is both appealing and informative.
But Bomba stays the same. Out of all my characters, I felt Bomba to be the most original and clever creation I’ve made. I should try and follow the conception’s example of her design.
Also, I need to work out some way to copyright this stuff. Too many art thefts has been going on lately. Maybe I should add a special trademark logo or something? ^^;
Final note
The biggest reason why I took time to write this journal to you all, is because today’s my birthday. One of my birthday wishes is to let you guys know that I’m still alive and well and so is my creative passion. Thank you for your time and I hope you have a pleasant summer. ^u^
With much manly love,
Krillos
Where have you been, mah mawn?!
At home, socially distancing. I haven’t caught anything, fortunately, but these past two years hasn’t been gentle with me either, especially since my best friend, who was the biggest influence to my art, tragically passed away on 2019…
What happened to the art?
You guys probably have this figured out a long time ago but I’m suffering from an art block and haven’t been able to finish a single piece of a completed work. I had hoped to work on my projects during this pandemic but these anxious times has put a massive dent to my spirits and caused my artistic spark to dwindle. I think more for my family (even though they’re fine) than my own passions.
So are you quitting?
The short and simple answer: Hell naaaaw!
My artistic spark may have gotten dim but it’s definitely not snuffed out. I still have that creative drive and I have been doodling and storycrafting for some time. Some of these sketches are ready to be made into complete works. Besides, I owe people commissions that I haven’t finished yet and I would be damned to quit on them now. I just need to reignite my passion once more.
That’s good to hear, brawh. How’s everything else?
I won a PS5 from a lottery contest. Got a bundle with the new Ratchet and Clank-game and it has been wonderful through and through. x3 I’m also fully vaccinated and everything seems to be coming back together.
The direction of Omega Age
During this artless pandemic, I got a lot of time to think about my most ambitious project, Omega Age, and lately I have questioned my own sense of originality. Most of my characters are one way or other inspired by many things throughout their creation and that’s pretty natural. But sometimes their conception gets too influenced by the inspirations’ source material and may lead the characters losing of what makes them original. Take my character Goldmane, for example. Goldmane is inspired by multiple lion heroes from various pop cultures I’ve seen. But there’s the problem, I feel like I’ve been too influenced by them and made Goldmane too stereotypical. In other words, I made him look too much of a Simba and the other fictional lions after him. Realizing this, I now strive to take a different approach with Goldmane, as well as other characters suffering from the same problem, and really try to make something both satisfying and unique to me and their story without too much influence of the inspirational sources. I apologize to everyone for the possibility of yet another character design revamp but I feel like I need to do this. I also want to try a different profile sheet that is both appealing and informative.
But Bomba stays the same. Out of all my characters, I felt Bomba to be the most original and clever creation I’ve made. I should try and follow the conception’s example of her design.
Also, I need to work out some way to copyright this stuff. Too many art thefts has been going on lately. Maybe I should add a special trademark logo or something? ^^;
Final note
The biggest reason why I took time to write this journal to you all, is because today’s my birthday. One of my birthday wishes is to let you guys know that I’m still alive and well and so is my creative passion. Thank you for your time and I hope you have a pleasant summer. ^u^
With much manly love,
Krillos
Get the hell out of here, 2020!
Posted 5 years agoAnd make way for 2021, hopefully the most productive year for the art department of yours truly.
Happy New Year, everyone!
Happy New Year, everyone!
Yo, 2020!
Posted 5 years agoHeyo everyone. I hope you’re having a good start of 2020. As for me, it has been a bumpy road of blood, sweat and tears throughout the decade. Got some updates from yours truly.
SO LONG, OLD FRIEND...
As you may have noticed this recently, my dear best friend Rickard Edlund has passed away recently and unexpectedly and I was in a serious case of blues for some time (especially since this is my second good friend that I have lost over two years). Understandably, this have taken a toll on my activity as an artist and my sunny disposition. But after attending to his funeral and said my final good byes, I finally found some peace and now I’m on a steady recovery. Hopefully I can start drawing again with much gusto soon.
NEW THINGS TO COME!
I have gotten myself a new comp, one that is compatible to my new Wacom DTK2200 Cintiq 22HD Pen Display, and I have some big plans. For years, I have mostly relied on Macromedia 8 (with Photoshop on the side) as my main art program and it was kinda limited experience to deal with after many years. But that’s about to change. With this new setup, I’m abandoning M8 and going for Clip Studio Paint as my main from now on. As my new year resolution, I’m going to master this and deliver you guys new stuff that you have never seen.
... As soon as I can conquer my laziness that is. XD
The bad news, however, is that this means a long hiatus on digital arts. I’m a bit skittish about posting traditional arts, so this may complicate things regarding future posts of pics and I’m sorry about that. ^^;
OPEN FOR SOME QUESTIONS!
I feel like I want to connect with people, so throw in some questions you have and I’ll answer as best as I can, whether it’s about me personally or my creations (spoiler free, of course). You can either post a comment here or PM/note me for some private questions.
And that’s all, folks! Happy New Year to each and everyone of you!
SO LONG, OLD FRIEND...
As you may have noticed this recently, my dear best friend Rickard Edlund has passed away recently and unexpectedly and I was in a serious case of blues for some time (especially since this is my second good friend that I have lost over two years). Understandably, this have taken a toll on my activity as an artist and my sunny disposition. But after attending to his funeral and said my final good byes, I finally found some peace and now I’m on a steady recovery. Hopefully I can start drawing again with much gusto soon.
NEW THINGS TO COME!
I have gotten myself a new comp, one that is compatible to my new Wacom DTK2200 Cintiq 22HD Pen Display, and I have some big plans. For years, I have mostly relied on Macromedia 8 (with Photoshop on the side) as my main art program and it was kinda limited experience to deal with after many years. But that’s about to change. With this new setup, I’m abandoning M8 and going for Clip Studio Paint as my main from now on. As my new year resolution, I’m going to master this and deliver you guys new stuff that you have never seen.
... As soon as I can conquer my laziness that is. XD
The bad news, however, is that this means a long hiatus on digital arts. I’m a bit skittish about posting traditional arts, so this may complicate things regarding future posts of pics and I’m sorry about that. ^^;
OPEN FOR SOME QUESTIONS!
I feel like I want to connect with people, so throw in some questions you have and I’ll answer as best as I can, whether it’s about me personally or my creations (spoiler free, of course). You can either post a comment here or PM/note me for some private questions.
And that’s all, folks! Happy New Year to each and everyone of you!
Farewell, my dear friend...
Posted 6 years agoYesterday, my oldest best friend, Rickard Edlund, has sadly and unexpectedly passed away in his sleep in his 30s. He was my dearest comrade in terms of anime/manga, cartoons, movies and games since school days. A man of unlimited fantasy, humor, charisma and heart.
At the beginning, he started off as my childhood nemesis. But as my art grew, he grew fascinated with my work and shows a much kinder side of himself. It was then our friendship started to bloom and we share many common interests. We became as close as brothers.
In fact, it was HE who convinced me to draw more girls and after some practice, I got hooked. If it weren’t for him, Lassie, Bomba and my many other female characters might have never turned out the way they did.
RIP, my dear friend.
At the beginning, he started off as my childhood nemesis. But as my art grew, he grew fascinated with my work and shows a much kinder side of himself. It was then our friendship started to bloom and we share many common interests. We became as close as brothers.
In fact, it was HE who convinced me to draw more girls and after some practice, I got hooked. If it weren’t for him, Lassie, Bomba and my many other female characters might have never turned out the way they did.
RIP, my dear friend.
I’m back!
Posted 6 years agoHello everyone! It has been ages since I’ve post ANYTHING here. I’ll get right to the important stuff.
MY CURRENT STATUS!
As some may already know, I suffered a powerful anxiety attack last year due to overwhelming stress and I spent most of my time recovering from it. It has been long and miserable but I have now healed enough to let me resume my activity with the good people here again. Though still unsteady with my emotions, I’m back to my usual self and ready to work with new art and have a blast with CTR:NF! Speaking of which... ^^
THE ART DEPARTMENT!
Though I was emotionally crippled by the anxiety attack, that hasn’t stopped me from working on art on the sideways. Now that I have recovered enough, I can resume working on finished pics and commissions. So hopefully, I’ll post some art soonish, particularly a new persona OC and new profile pics for my characters from my Omega Age-story (which we’ll get back to that later in this journal). Thank you so much for your patience.
I GOT TWITTER!
While I have not been so active here, I have spent most of my time socializing a lot at Twitter lately. You can find me here and enjoy the stuff I say and do there. ^^
https://twitter.com/truekrillos?lang=en
(Be warned, it contains both SFW and NSFW-content. Check your filters before you proceed)
HELP DECIDING A NEW LOOK!
I have plans to reintroduce my Omega Age-characters with fresher looks and personalities. You have already seen my work of The Lass’s new look, now I’m thinking of redesigning one character of mine and that is our leonine hero Goldmane. And you, dear people, gets to decide on which design he should have by voting here in this Tweet!
https://twitter.com/truekrillos/sta.....388662274?s=21
The voting ends in four days.
ANYWAYS...!
I’m still alive and happy to be here! I wish you all a most joyous summer!
Till next time, friends! :D
MY CURRENT STATUS!
As some may already know, I suffered a powerful anxiety attack last year due to overwhelming stress and I spent most of my time recovering from it. It has been long and miserable but I have now healed enough to let me resume my activity with the good people here again. Though still unsteady with my emotions, I’m back to my usual self and ready to work with new art and have a blast with CTR:NF! Speaking of which... ^^
THE ART DEPARTMENT!
Though I was emotionally crippled by the anxiety attack, that hasn’t stopped me from working on art on the sideways. Now that I have recovered enough, I can resume working on finished pics and commissions. So hopefully, I’ll post some art soonish, particularly a new persona OC and new profile pics for my characters from my Omega Age-story (which we’ll get back to that later in this journal). Thank you so much for your patience.
I GOT TWITTER!
While I have not been so active here, I have spent most of my time socializing a lot at Twitter lately. You can find me here and enjoy the stuff I say and do there. ^^
https://twitter.com/truekrillos?lang=en
(Be warned, it contains both SFW and NSFW-content. Check your filters before you proceed)
HELP DECIDING A NEW LOOK!
I have plans to reintroduce my Omega Age-characters with fresher looks and personalities. You have already seen my work of The Lass’s new look, now I’m thinking of redesigning one character of mine and that is our leonine hero Goldmane. And you, dear people, gets to decide on which design he should have by voting here in this Tweet!
https://twitter.com/truekrillos/sta.....388662274?s=21
The voting ends in four days.
ANYWAYS...!
I’m still alive and happy to be here! I wish you all a most joyous summer!
Till next time, friends! :D
Apologies for the lack of art...
Posted 7 years agoI must apologize for the lack of activity here in my gallery. Some unfortunate things had occurred which has put my art department on hiatus till further notice.
On late of May, I broke my drawing arm when I was heading home from work. Fortunately, the fractures were looking good so my arm had a good recovery. I’m now currently exercising arm for proper function.
Unfortunately, the worst has yet to come. Ever since the accident, I became emotionally stressed and grew very sensitive with my emotions both positive and negative. The stress piled up till I was finally stricken with a panic attack last week and put me out of commission. I was deprived from sleep and couldn’t eat well, I was practically a wreck of semi-hyperventilations. But rest assured, my friends, I getting plenty of rest and medication and am feeling much better. Not fully recovered but I’m steadily getting there.
The best medicine for this sort of anxiety is to maintain your positivity and there’s no better positive thing for me as an cartoon enthusiast than watching the good ol’ 90’s cartoons.
Thank you for your time reading this. Have a pleasant day, everyone.
On late of May, I broke my drawing arm when I was heading home from work. Fortunately, the fractures were looking good so my arm had a good recovery. I’m now currently exercising arm for proper function.
Unfortunately, the worst has yet to come. Ever since the accident, I became emotionally stressed and grew very sensitive with my emotions both positive and negative. The stress piled up till I was finally stricken with a panic attack last week and put me out of commission. I was deprived from sleep and couldn’t eat well, I was practically a wreck of semi-hyperventilations. But rest assured, my friends, I getting plenty of rest and medication and am feeling much better. Not fully recovered but I’m steadily getting there.
The best medicine for this sort of anxiety is to maintain your positivity and there’s no better positive thing for me as an cartoon enthusiast than watching the good ol’ 90’s cartoons.
Thank you for your time reading this. Have a pleasant day, everyone.
Switching to Discord
Posted 8 years agoGreetings, everyone. I have bit of an announcement for you all. For those who are using Skype and are in my friend list, you may have noticed my absurd length of absence there. The reason being that I have longtime issues with Skype, particularly one where I appeared Online even though I definitely logged off during those times and the one thing I cannot stand is deceiving the good people on my friend-list. I tried contacting support about this and even they failed to solve this.
So I have decided to switch to Discord and so far, it has proven to be quite reliable. So with that, Discord has now become my main chat program and I’m uninstalling Skype.
I would like to apologize to everyone on my friend-list who probably felt ignored when I’m not responding to your messages. Know that it was never my intention and it was due to stupid technical issues on Skype’s part.
Thank you for your time reading this. Hope you have a pleasant Halloween!
P.S.
To those who wishes to add me on Discord, know that I’m very picky to whom I add on the list. I’m only comfortable around people whom I already been acquainted with.
So I have decided to switch to Discord and so far, it has proven to be quite reliable. So with that, Discord has now become my main chat program and I’m uninstalling Skype.
I would like to apologize to everyone on my friend-list who probably felt ignored when I’m not responding to your messages. Know that it was never my intention and it was due to stupid technical issues on Skype’s part.
Thank you for your time reading this. Hope you have a pleasant Halloween!
P.S.
To those who wishes to add me on Discord, know that I’m very picky to whom I add on the list. I’m only comfortable around people whom I already been acquainted with.
To those who knows the Icelandic/Old Norse language...
Posted 8 years agoI'm looking for someone who is good at coming up with clever names of the Icelandic/Old Norse-origin. If you are the guy, send me a PM and we'll discuss about more.
Thank you in advance!
Thank you in advance!
Something RADICAL happened...
Posted 8 years agoI woke up this morning, only to find my day was already complete when I saw this video~
Attention, werewolf fans and gamers!
Posted 8 years agoMutant Football League Kickstarter has now released a survey to determine a new playable race for their game: super mutants, demons and werewolves.
As a fan of werewolves, I implore you fellow fans to vote for the werewolves as the next new playable species for Mutant Football League! Let's howl for their victory! 🐺
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LFF2J32
Of course, you have every right to vote to whatever race you wish and I respect that! Happy voting, everyone!
As a fan of werewolves, I implore you fellow fans to vote for the werewolves as the next new playable species for Mutant Football League! Let's howl for their victory! 🐺
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LFF2J32
Of course, you have every right to vote to whatever race you wish and I respect that! Happy voting, everyone!
The Netflix pick up SWAT Kats Revolution-petition
Posted 9 years agoSomeone has started this petition to Netflix, in order to pick up "Swat Kats: Revolution" and turn it into a Netflix Original Series. I'd say; let your voices be heard! Throw in your signatures at this petition and let's make it happen.
https://www.change.org/p/netflix-pi.....ats-revolution
And don't forget to share this around.
https://www.change.org/p/netflix-pi.....ats-revolution
And don't forget to share this around.
Steam-account retaken
Posted 9 years agoGood news! I've managed to take back my Steam-account, thanks to the help from the Support. The only damage this Russian ruffian seem to have done so far is removing all of my pals from the Friends-list and changed the name to "Vezus." What a peculiar name.
Anyways, the issue has been solved. I've changed back my personal information and thoroughly secured my account with Steam Guard Authenticator. So that is done.
Now I just need to seek out my friends and add them back to my Friends-list.
Thank you all for the concern during this hardship. You guys are great. Let this also be a lesson for you; always ensure that you've updated your security of your Steam-account or this hacking attempt will happen to you as well.
Anyways, the issue has been solved. I've changed back my personal information and thoroughly secured my account with Steam Guard Authenticator. So that is done.
Now I just need to seek out my friends and add them back to my Friends-list.
Thank you all for the concern during this hardship. You guys are great. Let this also be a lesson for you; always ensure that you've updated your security of your Steam-account or this hacking attempt will happen to you as well.
Steam-account hacked
Posted 9 years agoThat's right. My Steam-account got hijacked by someone from Russia. Let me get into detail how it happened.
On Wednesday, I got notifications in my mail that someone tried changing my password at Steam, then I got notice from Yahoo that someone from Russia tried getting into my e-mail account. Shortly after that, they somehow managed to get inside that account and added +7 9066274172 at the mobile phone section. Then came a mail about password change confirmation and came these two messages from Steam in Russian;
"Здравствуйте, krillos5.
Код Steam Guard, необходимый для входа в аккаунт krillos5:
BV2M5
Вы получили это письмо из-за попытки входа с компьютера по адресу 95.139.134.215 (RU). При входе были введены верные логин и пароль.
Код Steam Guard требуется для входа в систему. Никто не сможет войти в ваш аккаунт без доступа к этому адресу эл. почты.
Если вы не пытались войти в свой аккаунт, измените пароль аккаунта Steam. Также стоит сменить пароль эл. почты, чтобы обеспечить защиту своего аккаунта.
Если вы не можете получить доступ к своему аккаунту, пройдите по этой уникальной ссылке, чтобы заблокировать аккаунт или вернуть его."
and
"Здравствуйте, krillos5.
Контактный адрес эл. почты вашего аккаунта Steam успешно изменен.
Это оповещение отправлено в целях обеспечения конфиденциальности и безопасности вашего аккаунта Steam. Если изменение адреса эл. почты запросили вы, то дальнейших действий не потребуется.
Если это сделали не вы (95.139.134.215, RU), измените пароль от своего аккаунта Steam. Также советуем изменить пароль от этой эл. почты, чтобы обеспечить максимальную защиту аккаунта.
Если вы не можете получить доступ к своему аккаунту, пройдите по этой уникальной ссылке, чтобы заблокировать аккаунт или вернуть его."
It is now clear that the guy was actually after my Steam-account. He changed the password and everything.
While I managed to secure my Yahoo-account, correct its changes and changed my password (twice), I am now unable to access my Steam-account due to the unauthorized changes done to it. The reason why I cannot recover my account is because this hijacker has added their phone number in the Steam Guard, thus preventing me from completing the process. While the way, I also accidentally created a new account (with the same e-mail I currently use) by the name "krillos75."
I tried contacting Support about this but they take so damn long to respond. Who knows what this hijacker is doing with my account at this moment.
I just don't know what to do anymore...
On Wednesday, I got notifications in my mail that someone tried changing my password at Steam, then I got notice from Yahoo that someone from Russia tried getting into my e-mail account. Shortly after that, they somehow managed to get inside that account and added +7 9066274172 at the mobile phone section. Then came a mail about password change confirmation and came these two messages from Steam in Russian;
"Здравствуйте, krillos5.
Код Steam Guard, необходимый для входа в аккаунт krillos5:
BV2M5
Вы получили это письмо из-за попытки входа с компьютера по адресу 95.139.134.215 (RU). При входе были введены верные логин и пароль.
Код Steam Guard требуется для входа в систему. Никто не сможет войти в ваш аккаунт без доступа к этому адресу эл. почты.
Если вы не пытались войти в свой аккаунт, измените пароль аккаунта Steam. Также стоит сменить пароль эл. почты, чтобы обеспечить защиту своего аккаунта.
Если вы не можете получить доступ к своему аккаунту, пройдите по этой уникальной ссылке, чтобы заблокировать аккаунт или вернуть его."
and
"Здравствуйте, krillos5.
Контактный адрес эл. почты вашего аккаунта Steam успешно изменен.
Это оповещение отправлено в целях обеспечения конфиденциальности и безопасности вашего аккаунта Steam. Если изменение адреса эл. почты запросили вы, то дальнейших действий не потребуется.
Если это сделали не вы (95.139.134.215, RU), измените пароль от своего аккаунта Steam. Также советуем изменить пароль от этой эл. почты, чтобы обеспечить максимальную защиту аккаунта.
Если вы не можете получить доступ к своему аккаунту, пройдите по этой уникальной ссылке, чтобы заблокировать аккаунт или вернуть его."
It is now clear that the guy was actually after my Steam-account. He changed the password and everything.
While I managed to secure my Yahoo-account, correct its changes and changed my password (twice), I am now unable to access my Steam-account due to the unauthorized changes done to it. The reason why I cannot recover my account is because this hijacker has added their phone number in the Steam Guard, thus preventing me from completing the process. While the way, I also accidentally created a new account (with the same e-mail I currently use) by the name "krillos75."
I tried contacting Support about this but they take so damn long to respond. Who knows what this hijacker is doing with my account at this moment.
I just don't know what to do anymore...
Krillos Newz
Posted 9 years agoHello everyone!
It has been a while. I hope everyone has been doing well. I have a bit of news to share with you all.
THROMBOSIS
Couple of weeks ago, I suffered big muscle pains on my left leg and continously coughing for no appearant reason. It was after my visit to the emergency ward that they discover that I got the thrombosis, formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel, obstructing the flow of blood through the circulatory system. There are blood clots around my leg and around my lungs. That also explains the heavy coughing, because it was a physical reaction to the blood clots around the lungs. It was highly unusual for someone of my age to get it but now I'm must take daily medication of Warfarin for six months or more.
But rest assured, everyone. I'm feeling much better now and I can walk straight again.
THE RESULTS ARE IN...
And now for a bit of good news. After many months of waiting, the results from the KimoKimo Robot Contest finally come in. And the results are...
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/H.....Ajx6pK8xhLz5_-
My robot entry, the frost viking Vinter, has won the 2nd round! At long last, I finally get the results after so long and the wait was totally worth it. It felt like a huge weight is lifted from my shoulders.
Now it is time to address the elephant in the room. I'm not ignorant, I'm fully aware that Mighty No 9 is given a really bad rap after its release. I was one of the many backers who supported MN9 and I was not impressed how the final game looked (in my eyes, it looked like a PS2-game. It gave me a Mega Man X8-vibe) but at least it was playable in the end.
But I won't let such negativity ruin my joy of seeing my work being appreciated. My pride as an artist and character design is simply too strong to let that get to me.
Here's the article of that announcement, in case you want to give it a read.
http://www.mightyno9.com/en/20160906
ART DEVELOPMENT
I haven't updated much on my gallery but that does not mean I've been idle. I have been busy working on sketches and simple colored pics for some projects. Once I finish a pic worth viewing, I'll be posting it here.
I have also been considering of cleaning my gallery a bit. There some "relics" worth keeping around but a house cleaning will likely happen. However, commissions that I have made and those I've purchased myself will be kept around indefinitely.
And that is all, good folks! I hope y'all have a pleasant day!
It has been a while. I hope everyone has been doing well. I have a bit of news to share with you all.
THROMBOSIS
Couple of weeks ago, I suffered big muscle pains on my left leg and continously coughing for no appearant reason. It was after my visit to the emergency ward that they discover that I got the thrombosis, formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel, obstructing the flow of blood through the circulatory system. There are blood clots around my leg and around my lungs. That also explains the heavy coughing, because it was a physical reaction to the blood clots around the lungs. It was highly unusual for someone of my age to get it but now I'm must take daily medication of Warfarin for six months or more.
But rest assured, everyone. I'm feeling much better now and I can walk straight again.
THE RESULTS ARE IN...
And now for a bit of good news. After many months of waiting, the results from the KimoKimo Robot Contest finally come in. And the results are...
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/H.....Ajx6pK8xhLz5_-
My robot entry, the frost viking Vinter, has won the 2nd round! At long last, I finally get the results after so long and the wait was totally worth it. It felt like a huge weight is lifted from my shoulders.
Now it is time to address the elephant in the room. I'm not ignorant, I'm fully aware that Mighty No 9 is given a really bad rap after its release. I was one of the many backers who supported MN9 and I was not impressed how the final game looked (in my eyes, it looked like a PS2-game. It gave me a Mega Man X8-vibe) but at least it was playable in the end.
But I won't let such negativity ruin my joy of seeing my work being appreciated. My pride as an artist and character design is simply too strong to let that get to me.
Here's the article of that announcement, in case you want to give it a read.
http://www.mightyno9.com/en/20160906
ART DEVELOPMENT
I haven't updated much on my gallery but that does not mean I've been idle. I have been busy working on sketches and simple colored pics for some projects. Once I finish a pic worth viewing, I'll be posting it here.
I have also been considering of cleaning my gallery a bit. There some "relics" worth keeping around but a house cleaning will likely happen. However, commissions that I have made and those I've purchased myself will be kept around indefinitely.
And that is all, good folks! I hope y'all have a pleasant day!
Double Kickstarter Notice - The Pirate's Fate & BUCK
Posted 9 years agoHey y'all! It has been a while since I wrote a journal. Especially about enlightening you with new Kickstarter-projects which needs your support! This time, I brought not one but two projects you should totally check out!
The Pirate's Fate
A visual novel featuring anthropomorphic pirates and choices of what sort character you wanted to be. The story follows a young feline who reluctantly joins a band of pirates and you can change her appearance based on the choices you make. For example, she can either become a buffed badass or a female Clawhauser. lol
I never once tried any visual novels, not because they all are bad or anything but I just haven't found anything that is fascinating to me. The Pirate's Fate sounds like my kind of visual novel; it is pirate-themed, has anthropomorphic characters and the choices you make does not just effect the story but also yourself.
https://www.kickstarter.com/project.....n-visual-novel
BUCK
It is a 2D post-apocalyptic noir action-adventure Metroidvania and the story is about a dog seeking the truth behind the disappearance of a close friend of his and travel beyond the wasteland for the first time.
Personally, I think it is a rather okay game but what really moved me is the idea behind the game. You see, the creator of this game made it out of dedication for his late dog, who was his dearest companion when it was alive. So to me, this project deserve a shot.
https://www.kickstarter.com/project.....-adventure-gam
Both projects offers free demos for you to try and they are open for any reasonable feedbacks. If you can't support them at the moment, then at least try and spread awareness about them. They can use any help they could get.
The Pirate's Fate
A visual novel featuring anthropomorphic pirates and choices of what sort character you wanted to be. The story follows a young feline who reluctantly joins a band of pirates and you can change her appearance based on the choices you make. For example, she can either become a buffed badass or a female Clawhauser. lol
I never once tried any visual novels, not because they all are bad or anything but I just haven't found anything that is fascinating to me. The Pirate's Fate sounds like my kind of visual novel; it is pirate-themed, has anthropomorphic characters and the choices you make does not just effect the story but also yourself.
https://www.kickstarter.com/project.....n-visual-novel
BUCK
It is a 2D post-apocalyptic noir action-adventure Metroidvania and the story is about a dog seeking the truth behind the disappearance of a close friend of his and travel beyond the wasteland for the first time.
Personally, I think it is a rather okay game but what really moved me is the idea behind the game. You see, the creator of this game made it out of dedication for his late dog, who was his dearest companion when it was alive. So to me, this project deserve a shot.
https://www.kickstarter.com/project.....-adventure-gam
Both projects offers free demos for you to try and they are open for any reasonable feedbacks. If you can't support them at the moment, then at least try and spread awareness about them. They can use any help they could get.
SWAT Kats Revolution Panel
Posted 9 years agoMan, I love how these bros think~
There's so much hype one man can take, folks.
There's so much hype one man can take, folks.
Current status
Posted 10 years agoHello, dear folks. I hope 2016 has been a gentleman to you all so far. It has been so-so for me but that won't stop me from letting you guys and gals know what I have been up to and sharing ya some news.
Hiatus desolved
After some thinking regarding the issue with the scanning, I've figured out a way to work around the problem. It's gonna be tedious but it's only a temporarily solution. The important part is that I'm back on the drawing board and I'm already on semi-full gear on several big jobs. Why semi? Well...
Accident
I had an unfortunate accident last Friday. I slipped on a snow-covered ice on the road and injured my left arm, suffered a small bone fracture within the arm joint. It's not serious but I need three-four weeks to recover, so till then I'm one-armed. Fortunately, it isn't my drawing arm that got busted so I can still draw.
R.I.P. David Bowie
I just heard that the English singer, David Bowie, has passed away from liver cancer. I would not call myself a fan to his music but I can say that I dig his role as Jareth in the 1986 American adventure fantasy film Labyrinth. He just has that soothing tone in his voice that befits a villain and that earned my respect to his talent as an actor. In fact, his voice alone is also served as an inspiration behind one of my oldest characters I've created, so that doubles the sadness I feel for this loss.
But we mustn't mourn forever. Bowie will continue to rock'n'roll in a better place.
Hope everyone had a good time in their New Year's Eve and perhaps it is late saying this but I wish you all a happy new year!
Kickstarter Notice - Dragon’s Lair: The Movie
Posted 10 years agoWow. And I thought this year couldn't get any better after the SWAT-KATS REVOLUTION, now THIS came up at Kickstarter. As a lover of traditional 2D animation and of Don Bluth's work, Don Bluth and Gary Goldman are coming together once again to bring the classic arcade game Dragon's Lair to the big screen. Oh my god, this is amazing! I never thought I get to see another animation by Don Bluth after all these years.
https://www.kickstarter.com/project.....lair-the-movie
Spread the words! Spread them far and wide, fellow invaders of a dragon's lair!
https://www.kickstarter.com/project.....lair-the-movie
Spread the words! Spread them far and wide, fellow invaders of a dragon's lair!
Short Art Hiatus
Posted 10 years agoYes, dear folks. You read it right. Due some crazy complications with my aging computer, it left me unable to scan new sketches and left me unable to work on any new art. Now I know what you're gonna say, "But hey, you got your Cintiq 22HD Touch! You can just draw new stuff at your very comp." Truth to be told, I haven't picked it up from its package yet because I don't trust my computer enough to use it. You see, I had my computer in my possession for more than 5 years now, which is the longest I ever had with any computer, and it has developed a list of strange complications over the years.
The plugin becomes sluggish and makes all the FLASH-related programs to crash. This is the problem I had the longest with my computer.
The fan impairs and gathers dust within the circuits. Left it at some technicians to it cleaned once and my comp lost its leg when I got it back. Welp, I won't get back there again.
The computer could not turn on the power saving mode. It blackens out for a bit, then it turns back on again after a second.
My computer could not communicate with the EPSON printer. I've tried to re-wire it and tried various sockets. Nada. Eventually, I uninstalled the program entirely and re-installed it, which ultimately led me to the very last issue that sealed my computer's fate.
The CD/DVD drive is gone from the computer. That's right, the drive has completely vanished from the very system for some twisted reason.
I swear, I'm starting to believe that these issues are something phenomenological. I tried and tried again to fix these problems, I've went and looked through several tutorials at Youtube with no luck. To commission repairs would cost me just as much for a whole new computer.
To be honest, despite this much frustrations and mind-numbingly puzzlement over this, I am actually quite calm. I have long expected that my comp would eventually give away and I had long made plans to purchase a new one. But I'm also a bit sad. Like I said before, I had this comp longer than any previous ones I had (with usual lifespan of 1-2 years) and it still runs good despite its complications. And I still have a few pics that I have scanned earlier I have yet to finish. ....That and the success of the Swat Kats Revolution Kickstarter has left me incredibly jolly. ^v^
But in any case, there will be a hiatus until I got myself a new comp. Till then, have a pleasant day.
The plugin becomes sluggish and makes all the FLASH-related programs to crash. This is the problem I had the longest with my computer.
The fan impairs and gathers dust within the circuits. Left it at some technicians to it cleaned once and my comp lost its leg when I got it back. Welp, I won't get back there again.
The computer could not turn on the power saving mode. It blackens out for a bit, then it turns back on again after a second.
My computer could not communicate with the EPSON printer. I've tried to re-wire it and tried various sockets. Nada. Eventually, I uninstalled the program entirely and re-installed it, which ultimately led me to the very last issue that sealed my computer's fate.
The CD/DVD drive is gone from the computer. That's right, the drive has completely vanished from the very system for some twisted reason.
I swear, I'm starting to believe that these issues are something phenomenological. I tried and tried again to fix these problems, I've went and looked through several tutorials at Youtube with no luck. To commission repairs would cost me just as much for a whole new computer.
To be honest, despite this much frustrations and mind-numbingly puzzlement over this, I am actually quite calm. I have long expected that my comp would eventually give away and I had long made plans to purchase a new one. But I'm also a bit sad. Like I said before, I had this comp longer than any previous ones I had (with usual lifespan of 1-2 years) and it still runs good despite its complications. And I still have a few pics that I have scanned earlier I have yet to finish. ....That and the success of the Swat Kats Revolution Kickstarter has left me incredibly jolly. ^v^
But in any case, there will be a hiatus until I got myself a new comp. Till then, have a pleasant day.
Kickstarter Notice - SWAT-KATS REVOLUTION
Posted 10 years agoYup, you guys read the title right. The utterly awesome series from the 90's is making a comeback and the guys behind the series have started a Kickstarter to fund the animation! Let's make it happen, fellow SWAT KATS-fans! Let's jetfire these radical cats back into the skies and pledge this suckah!
https://www.kickstarter.com/project.....ats-revolution
And to think, this Kickstarter was launched yesterday on my birthday! I don't know about you guys, but I consider this a very great birthday gift! X3
Spread the words! Spread them far and wide in the SK-fanbases that you may know of!
https://www.kickstarter.com/project.....ats-revolution
And to think, this Kickstarter was launched yesterday on my birthday! I don't know about you guys, but I consider this a very great birthday gift! X3
Spread the words! Spread them far and wide in the SK-fanbases that you may know of!
The 30th Age
Posted 10 years agoWell, folks. I've reached the age of 30, so I'm officially in my thirties. Oh boy... Oh well, I won't get any younger but I'm still maturing. ^ ^
Anyways, thank you all for the greetings and the gifts. I cannot express enough appreciation for you guys. YOU. ROCK.
... Oh, and I got a Cintiq 22HD Touch. So, folks, expect new things from me in near future. ;)
Anyways, thank you all for the greetings and the gifts. I cannot express enough appreciation for you guys. YOU. ROCK.
... Oh, and I got a Cintiq 22HD Touch. So, folks, expect new things from me in near future. ;)
Attention, Nintendo (and Kalypso)-fans!
Posted 10 years agoNintendo is now taking votes to add a new character in Super Smash Bros for WiiU/3DS.
Though I have numerous favorite Nintendo-characters, my absolute favorite is Kalypso from Donkey Kong Barrel Blast, so my vote ultimately went to her. Thus I also implore you, fellow Kalypso-fans out there, to throw in a vote for her as well and show your support for this reptilian vixen!
Now, as much as I wish to see her in the roster of Super Smash, everyone has the right to vote for their own favorite Nintendo-character. So happy voting, everyone!
cp.nintendo.co.jp/us/
Special 50$ Bodyshot Commission Deal!
Posted 10 years agoDue to a need of cash, I'm now opening 5 slots for colored bodyshot commissions with transparent or colorful backgrounds (from simplistic to dynamic), all for only 50$. 5$ extra for additional characters.
For example;
https://www.dropbox.com/s/5unwqmopb.....llona.png?dl=0
https://www.dropbox.com/s/ll67kpfv8....._Keys.png?dl=0
Note me if you are interested.
For example;
https://www.dropbox.com/s/5unwqmopb.....llona.png?dl=0
https://www.dropbox.com/s/ll67kpfv8....._Keys.png?dl=0
Note me if you are interested.
Got tagged!
Posted 11 years agoTagged by the ever nefarious 
bigdad!
Answer as your OC/Character(s):
1. What's your name?
Hello! I’m normally called by my nickname “the Lass” or "Lassie" but my real name is- *censored due to the plot* Pleased to make your acquaintance. ^v^
2. What would your superhero name be?
… Excuse me? A superhero name? Well, I’m usually known by a different name and my title rather than my real name but I’m not a superhero of any kind.
3. What stereotype of hero are you? Choose from these here (Can be hybrid of two classes, no more)
I am trained with the acrobatic skills and CQC. But my real talent lays in the marksmanship of the Brightening Gunslinger, combined with the power of my special gun I inherited, the Goldgale.
4. What was the origin of your powers as superhero?
Dear, listen, I do not have any “powers.” I might be stronger than a regular canine civilian but that is due to an excessive training, not being gifted with supernatural powers or anything.
5. What sort of secret identity would you use?
What secret identity? I’m no fugitive or a vigilante. I’m just an adventuress who takes jobs at a guild.
6. Who would be your damsel in distress you'd always save from peril?
I do not know anyone in particular who needed numerous rescuing.
7. a. Would you have a sidekick? (If yes, answer the other parts of 7., otherwise, skip to 8.)
I do not have “sidekicks,” but I usually get accompanied with companions with similar missions and goals.
7. b. If yes, who would they be?
Usually my friends and other adventurers whom I met at the Adventurer’s Guild or at Stonehonor Keep.
7. c. And their superhero names are…?
No. Like me, they’re just regular adventurers and have no need to conceal their names. Although… I suspect my leonine friend and lord, Goldmane, is using a false name.
7. d. And their hero type and power?
They have different skills and talents but like me, they are not super heroes.
8. Who would be your arch-villain/villainess or nemesis?
Oh no, dearie! I have no enemies! …Though I might have made some, considering how many criminals I’ve put behind bars for their bounty. And me and my friends do recurrently meet that trickster Loki and his gang. I sometimes clash with the lupine mercenary Laine, who persistently claim us to be rivals or something and force me into some form of a challenge. She is bit vague as to why she started this rivalry with me … *starts rubbing her chin in thought*
Bomba: I wonder. ^ ^
9. What sort of hideout would you have?
Goodness! Listen, sir, I have no hideout! I have a normal home like everyone else at St. Canis Mansion, located in the little town called Breezedale in the outskirts of the Central Point's major city Wildewell. Although I would also count Stonehonor Keep as a secondary home.
10. OH! Of course... What transport would you have?
Well, I usually walk to Wildewell for guild assignments but when I travel to Stonehonor Keep, I’d race there with my motor bike.
11. What would your superhero icon be?
Okay, now you’re being rude! I do not possess a “superhero icon” because I am NOT a superhero! Please pay attention to what I am saying, sir!
12. What would be your main weakness? All superheroes would have one...
While I am not a superhero, I… do have two weaknesses. I have absolutely no tolerance to alcohol, one sip and I would be knocked out. It’s even said that I became some kind of a “female Casanova” whenever I am completely intoxicated. My friends would still not talk about it. The other weakness is… I get incredibly flustered whenever I see… big glistering muscles… *she now attempts to pull her hanging ears down to cover her own eyes and turn and lower her head in embarrassment* Oh dear me~! >///<
13. One point... Straight, gay, or bisexual...
*Blushing and looks away embarrassed* S… Straight… Mostly straight… >///<
14. Favorite size for a villain/villainess?
Doesn’t really matter, I'm afraid. They all look intimidating in any sizes. ...Unfortunately.
15. Would you work with other heroes on a mission?
With other fellow adventurers, of course!
16. What would be your catchphrase?
Do not have one. Should I…?
17. Would you change anything of yourself to suit your superhero self?
*Lassie starts rubbing her temples in mild frustration*
18. Get me a photo of you for the Daily Bugle, will ya?
No. Not after being harassed with this “superhero” issue.
19. Would you have a fanclub?
Not that I know of, though I am aware that I have some admirers.
20. What would be your toughest mission?
Hmm. That would be the quest of clearing the bounty on my head back when I were younger, when I was just a travelling adventurer.
21. Would you allow a museum to be dedicated to your superhero self?
Well, that would be rather pleasant, actually. It is nice to know that some acts of heroism will be remembered. ^ ^
22. What would be a good (fun!) way to beat a villain/villainess, or their goon?
I do not like violence. I’d prefer to end the conflict as soon as possible.
23. Would you have other villains to deal with?
Only if it is necessary.
24. Home city - What would it be for your superhero self?
My hometown, Breezedale.
25. And... one more question - Costume?
Western styled adventure attire! Either silver or platinum in color. A bit revealing on few places as many had pointed out but that is due to my thick fur. I wouldn't want to overheat myself. Well, that and… it also gets tight around my… chest. *blushes while slightly looking away*
Lassie: Okay, I believe we’re done here. Thank you for reading this interview!
Bomba: Even though this “interview” seems out of place with your character.
Lassie: As much as I agree with you, Bomba, I would still like to try and answer as best as I can.
Bomba: If you say so, Lass. ^ ^
Lassie: Till next time, everyone! ;)
Tagged Victims:
daredemon7000
bigdad!Answer as your OC/Character(s):
1. What's your name?
Hello! I’m normally called by my nickname “the Lass” or "Lassie" but my real name is- *censored due to the plot* Pleased to make your acquaintance. ^v^
2. What would your superhero name be?
… Excuse me? A superhero name? Well, I’m usually known by a different name and my title rather than my real name but I’m not a superhero of any kind.
3. What stereotype of hero are you? Choose from these here (Can be hybrid of two classes, no more)
I am trained with the acrobatic skills and CQC. But my real talent lays in the marksmanship of the Brightening Gunslinger, combined with the power of my special gun I inherited, the Goldgale.
4. What was the origin of your powers as superhero?
Dear, listen, I do not have any “powers.” I might be stronger than a regular canine civilian but that is due to an excessive training, not being gifted with supernatural powers or anything.
5. What sort of secret identity would you use?
What secret identity? I’m no fugitive or a vigilante. I’m just an adventuress who takes jobs at a guild.
6. Who would be your damsel in distress you'd always save from peril?
I do not know anyone in particular who needed numerous rescuing.
7. a. Would you have a sidekick? (If yes, answer the other parts of 7., otherwise, skip to 8.)
I do not have “sidekicks,” but I usually get accompanied with companions with similar missions and goals.
7. b. If yes, who would they be?
Usually my friends and other adventurers whom I met at the Adventurer’s Guild or at Stonehonor Keep.
7. c. And their superhero names are…?
No. Like me, they’re just regular adventurers and have no need to conceal their names. Although… I suspect my leonine friend and lord, Goldmane, is using a false name.
7. d. And their hero type and power?
They have different skills and talents but like me, they are not super heroes.
8. Who would be your arch-villain/villainess or nemesis?
Oh no, dearie! I have no enemies! …Though I might have made some, considering how many criminals I’ve put behind bars for their bounty. And me and my friends do recurrently meet that trickster Loki and his gang. I sometimes clash with the lupine mercenary Laine, who persistently claim us to be rivals or something and force me into some form of a challenge. She is bit vague as to why she started this rivalry with me … *starts rubbing her chin in thought*
Bomba: I wonder. ^ ^
9. What sort of hideout would you have?
Goodness! Listen, sir, I have no hideout! I have a normal home like everyone else at St. Canis Mansion, located in the little town called Breezedale in the outskirts of the Central Point's major city Wildewell. Although I would also count Stonehonor Keep as a secondary home.
10. OH! Of course... What transport would you have?
Well, I usually walk to Wildewell for guild assignments but when I travel to Stonehonor Keep, I’d race there with my motor bike.
11. What would your superhero icon be?
Okay, now you’re being rude! I do not possess a “superhero icon” because I am NOT a superhero! Please pay attention to what I am saying, sir!
12. What would be your main weakness? All superheroes would have one...
While I am not a superhero, I… do have two weaknesses. I have absolutely no tolerance to alcohol, one sip and I would be knocked out. It’s even said that I became some kind of a “female Casanova” whenever I am completely intoxicated. My friends would still not talk about it. The other weakness is… I get incredibly flustered whenever I see… big glistering muscles… *she now attempts to pull her hanging ears down to cover her own eyes and turn and lower her head in embarrassment* Oh dear me~! >///<
13. One point... Straight, gay, or bisexual...
*Blushing and looks away embarrassed* S… Straight… Mostly straight… >///<
14. Favorite size for a villain/villainess?
Doesn’t really matter, I'm afraid. They all look intimidating in any sizes. ...Unfortunately.
15. Would you work with other heroes on a mission?
With other fellow adventurers, of course!
16. What would be your catchphrase?
Do not have one. Should I…?
17. Would you change anything of yourself to suit your superhero self?
*Lassie starts rubbing her temples in mild frustration*
18. Get me a photo of you for the Daily Bugle, will ya?
No. Not after being harassed with this “superhero” issue.
19. Would you have a fanclub?
Not that I know of, though I am aware that I have some admirers.
20. What would be your toughest mission?
Hmm. That would be the quest of clearing the bounty on my head back when I were younger, when I was just a travelling adventurer.
21. Would you allow a museum to be dedicated to your superhero self?
Well, that would be rather pleasant, actually. It is nice to know that some acts of heroism will be remembered. ^ ^
22. What would be a good (fun!) way to beat a villain/villainess, or their goon?
I do not like violence. I’d prefer to end the conflict as soon as possible.
23. Would you have other villains to deal with?
Only if it is necessary.
24. Home city - What would it be for your superhero self?
My hometown, Breezedale.
25. And... one more question - Costume?
Western styled adventure attire! Either silver or platinum in color. A bit revealing on few places as many had pointed out but that is due to my thick fur. I wouldn't want to overheat myself. Well, that and… it also gets tight around my… chest. *blushes while slightly looking away*
Lassie: Okay, I believe we’re done here. Thank you for reading this interview!
Bomba: Even though this “interview” seems out of place with your character.
Lassie: As much as I agree with you, Bomba, I would still like to try and answer as best as I can.
Bomba: If you say so, Lass. ^ ^
Lassie: Till next time, everyone! ;)
Tagged Victims:
daredemon7000
