#Props to wildbrain

[cookii-moon]

Guys focus on the important questions

OK OK so new trailer. No Cole, Jay, or Zane this time, people are freaking out about the Krux and Lilly lookin guys, but I'm here to ask.

WHO ARE THESE GUYS

I mean the obvious answer is that they're just the generic villain faction with little to no importance or depth BUT they look cool and I wanna know what they are OK like where did they come from the little skrunklies.

ALSO while all the mechs are doing their race thing there's just this guy cruising along at the back

Just some random neon futuristic cyclops chilling and just for that frame I love them already like look at them they're so silly

I feel like this guy is just some oni or dragon or smthn. Like... the purple markings... that or some newly introduced species. Or they'll pull a Benthomaar and just never explain it. Also I find it hilarious how we already have Cole using hammers and stuff and then this random guy comes in and not only flexes on him by actually appearing in the trailer but then one ups him by whipping out a massive warhammer with more gold abd over the top accents like dang bro he's not even HERE. (I'm sorry)

Honestly I just saved this for personal use if I end up drawing Sora. Also give them cat claws for weapons. I don't really have any particular reason except for it'd make for awesome action scenes and be thematically fiting.

Okay everyone is focusing on "Oh it looks like Lilly" but are we gonna talk about the puzzle dice thing the magician dude is holding. That looks like something plot relevant.

Okay so this kinda looks like the realm of madness what with the grundle (they're called smthn I CAN'T REMEMBER IT craglings??? ) looking guys, the purple mist, the atmosphere... which If so is awesome because that place kind of just vanished after season 1. That, or it could be the spirit cove, what with.. yknow.. the dragons... or it's some random other realm that will never be seen again. That too.

Also, I will say, seems like a pretty odd choice to have two random ice dragons in Cloud Kingdom.

Honestly I'm going to point out that these ice dragons and the big dragon at the end of the trailer have the exact same color scheme - especially on the wings - as Zane and Cole's dragon forms, respectfully. (But I will also point out that both ice dragons have this color scheme so I'm like 99% sure that's just a coincidence and they just wanted to give them cool gold accents.)

I WILL say, this is probably the most excited I've been for a Ninjago season ever since Master of the Mountain 👀 and to those worrying about Cole, Jay and Zane - Cole and Jay are in the first trailer, don't worry about it. It'll make more sense when the season comes out, I'm willing to bet that the new characters are going to take the lead and the Ninja are gonna have side plots.

Also personally I don't think that's Lilly - or at the very least, not the Lilly we know - primarily because I don't really see why they'd bring her back over literally anybody else, since out of all our dead characters she never really was intended to have any sort of story or arc, she had her story a long time ago when she was a ninja. She already did her thing. Her role is entirely in the marks she left on the world. If they were gonna do something with a Ninja's parent I don't think she'd be the go to pick. But that's just me.

It'd be interesting if she WAS, because that'd mean another Cole arc which YES PLEASE, but I don't think it's likely.

I'm not gonna touch up on the krux guy because it'd make a lot of sense but like why hide his face with nothing more than a tiny visor if you're gonna make some sort of reveal. I mean if it is Krux then this is the guy who disguised himself as Dr. Saunders but now he can't even fathom changing his hair style. I feel like if it is krux then the whole thing is a red herring to get the community talking when really we'll just be told "Oh yeah that's krux" when the episodes come out, or it'll turn out to be a completely different guy.

Okay Byeee

#ninjago #ninjago united #ninjago trailer #ninjago sora #So... #On a side note #The trailer looks gorgeous #Props to wildbrain #Also can we stop talking about wildbrain when it comes to the newer seasons being “bad” #Like it's not their fault D: #They don't have much to do with the writing #They're just animating the show #And you gotta admit it looks great #I dunno it's a personal pet peeve of mine #Genuinely curious where this is going #The trailers are doing a good job of keeping things vague I will say #MIGHT!! Do some sora art?? #If I have the motivation #Cookie’s thoughts

[spinjitsuburst]

y’all my partner and i finally started the first few episodes of dragons rising and i’m already in love with this

#THE ANIMATION??? CHEF’S KISS #PROPS TO WILDBRAIN FOR SWITCHING ENGINES TO GET THAT QUALITY CUZ WOW #dragons rising #spinjitsu screams #ninjago

[localguy2]

I've watched the first 7 episodes of Dragons Rising and while yes I haven't finished it I have so much to say.

First of all, the animation, holy fuck the animation looks so good, and here I thought that it couldn't get better than Crystalized's animation.

The fight scenes are once again, incredible, standard with Wildbrain's animation, the set pieces and backgrounds and just everything is so incredibe and including the Ninja powers & Spinjitzu, which may I add both look absolutely gorgeous.

Wildbrain has taken it to the next level, so amazing job to them.

Arin and Sora and Riyu.

Fuck me i love them already so much-

poor Sora got treated so badly, she reminds me of Nya when she was still figuring out her powers, she's frustrated of herself and feels responsible for the Photacs despite it not really being her fault, she was still young when she made them and the Imperium used her technology for things she resented can't wait to see where she goes next.

Arin.

I don't even know what to say, he's just so damn loveable, it broke my heart to see him ask the Cloud Kingdom writers to bring his parents back, because despite being at least a bit more mature and skilled, he's still just a kid at the end of the day, and that scene with him in Imperium when he finds that group of kids like is just... Fuck man, he literally says he feels so seen, he saw people sorta like him but that was also taken away with how they immediately started talking about serving the Imperium Claws, such a good character and I'm hyped to see what they do with him.

Riyu.

Little dragon baby, that's all I'm gonna say, you just can't hate on him, are you seriously going to pick a fight with a little guy like that?

Okay now, old team members.

Finally, we got actual RGB siblings content, not like a few seconds worth of interaction, and hell it's really good as well.

They just take the piss at each other and mess around, I especially like the scene in the Cloud Kingdom archives, and the one on the new bounty where Sora explains how Arin told a barber to give him "The Zane", only for Kai to interject and tell Arin to get "The Kai", it's such a fun scene.

Nya is badass as always, great to see, I especially love how she's respected by the craglings to the point that their leader takes her word for a lot of stuff.

Kai has taken a more responsible role while still being himself, which I love so much because he's being serious while also being the dumbest guy alive

And Lloyd is well, Lloyd! He's just chilling and I'm happy that not all focus is on him, actually that brings me to another the point, the show doesn't really focus on 1 character all that often, it keeps changing POVs constantly and it's really nice, props to them.

Sidenote: this scene... Ugh man it hits...

Lloyd is so surprised by this, and the kids coming along to explain it is just uhhhh I love it.

Finally, dialogue, lore and the humor.

One of my biggest gripes with Ninjago from SotFS to Crystalized is was that it was no longer a story with some elements of comedy, rather it was a comedy with a story.

It still told really good stories don't get me wrong, but the comedy just didn't land most of the time, and that sorta unintentionally affected the story as well, it felt too childish and while Ninjago is a kids show, the jokes were just too on the nose sometimes.

But, with Dragons Rising?

Haha, NOPE!

I love the comedy here, it's so goofy and fun at times but it's never on the nose, I found myself constantly smiling when they joke about something, the gags are aimed at kids and adults as well, and it shows.

This scene for example.

This is such a ridiculous and goofy gag I can't help but smile each time I see it, and the series keeps this type of humor up the whole time, it's fantastic!

The lore.

Jesus man I love the world they've built, it's so good and you really feel the sheer diversity and verity of the Crossroads, you really get a feel for it.

It basically screaming: The Merge displaced so many many people, which is everyone is welcome here regardless of what you are, Nindriod, Frog, serpentine, Human, anything! You're accepted here.

And I think that's lovely.

And for the Dialogue, it's excellent.

It reveals what you need to know most of the time using Flashbacks, and these flashbacks are nice as well.

The dialogue isn't boring, not at all, even if it's a small comment and it feels really fitting most of the the time thankfully.

Now, the only issue I have with DR is potentially the pacing, but I literally don't have it in me to blame the predoucers.

This is the first time this team has tried writing 22 minutes long episodes, and they have done an absolutely spectacular job at that so far.

Remember, this team is used to writing 11 minute episodes only, so you could imagine how challenging it was for them to write a 22 minute episode.

And the best part is, they pulled it off almost flawlessly, they hit perfectly with the humor, world building, lore and just everything, seriously amazing job to these guys!

So overall, Dragons Rising Part 1 so far is absolutely awesome, I still haven 3 more episodes and I honestly can't wait to finish them, I'm so excited for part 2 and I hope yall are as well.

#ninjago #ninjago dragons rising #ninjago dragons rising spoilers #ninjago spoilers #Love this show so much

[bluepoodle7]

#Shezow #ShezowCosplayCostume #Cosplay #CosplayCostume

Thinking about this Shezow Cosplay Costume I saw online and how well made this is. I wonder when Shezow will get a resurgence and return since Wildbrain owns it.

Images not mine but link is there.

SheZow cosplay SheZow Cosplay Costume include belt buckle prop acgcosplay | eBay

#Shezow #Shezow Cosplay Costume #Cosplay #Cosplay Costume

[ambererichsonart]

Strawberry Short Cake: Berry in the Big City Design

Prop design

Rotations by me, fr 3/4 design done by artist at Wildbrain

#Professional

[lightgreyartgallery]

Worldbuilding Compendium

Hi Everyone!

We’ve recently reached our goal on Kickstarter, on getting our goal of getting our Worldbuidling Compendium funded to be added to the back of the book!

Here’s a couple of professional creators that will be sharing their advice on worldbuilding, along with other pro-tips in regards to creating in the artistic field!

First, we have Emily Abeydeera @memydraws , freelance senior concept artist & illustrator who's worked for companies like King, Activision and Blizzard. Their piece, and tips for narrative storytelling through color & emotion will be in our compendium! http://emilyabeydeera.com

Next, we have Steven Sugar @SteSug , lead background designer at Disney's The Owl House and Cartoon Network's Steven Universe, who will share their insights on designing a surprising place: worldbuilding narratives to reject the world we live in! https://stevensugar.art

Next, we have Claire Hummel @shoomlah , an LA-based Art Director & Concept Artist at Valve who's been in the games industry for over a decade. They will be sharing on the topic of Redefining Mundanity: compelling design for everyday items! http://clairehummel.com

Next, we have Devon Bragg, @DevonBragg Character Designer, Prop Designer and Background Painter who's worked with Warner Bros. Animation, Nickelodeon, and Disney Animation! Sharing their own experience working with smaller town gigs, to bigger gigs! https://devonbraggart.myportfolio.com

Next, we have Mélanie Daigle @asteur Animator, Director & Budding Author, and Illustrator who has 10 years of digital 2D animation experience, currently working at WildBrain Studios. Sharing insight on the benefits from studying design philosophies! https://melanie-daigle.com

Next, we have Chelsea Harper @Etherelle , Freelance Illustrator, Character Designer, Storyboard Artist & Nanowrimo Veteran. Their art piece, as well as their tips on: Backwards Engineering for Conflict, the World, and Other Ideas will be in the book! https://chelseaharperart.portfoliobox.io

Next, we have Joe Wright @boatofbees Vagabond Craftsperson who is an illustrator, designer, writer and webcomic artist based in Manchester. They will be sharing their wisdom on the pros of asking yourself questions, and how to use them in your story! http://boatofbees.com

Next, we have J.M. Lee @joeyverse ,a Minnesotan born staff writer & creative consultant of Jim Henson's The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance on Netflix. They will be sharing their thoughts on the topic of: Speak the Words: world building with language! https://joeyverse.com

Next, we have Grace Fong @fictograph , Narrative Designer on Magic: The Gathering, Cover Artist and Illustrator who's worked with Neversoft and DreamWorks Animation! They will be sharing their thoughts on using architecture in your work! https://artstation.com/fictograph/albums/2158666

Next, we have Daron Nefcy @DaronNefcy , EP of development at Nickelodeon Animation Studio, Creator of Star vs. The Forces of Evil for Disney Television, sharing tips on creating rules for your lands and the characters you build with them! https://daronnefcy.com

Next, we have Monica Davila, a Storyboard Director who's worked with Paramount Animation, DreamWorks Television, Walt Disney Television Animation, and Nickelodeon Animation Studio! They will be sharing how a story is a "character out of balance"! https://monicadavila.com

Next, we have Faith Schaffer @faith_schaffer , a Background Designer and Visual Development artist for animation who's worked for Disney TV, Cartoon Network and Warner Brothers. They will be sharing their insights on designing fantasy characters! http://faithschaffer.com

Next, we have Stu Livingston @stulivingston , an Emmy award winning Director, Storyboard Artist and Cartoonist with 12 years of experience in TV animation! Stu will be sharing his experience and pro-tips on stories, writing, and directing! : http://stuartlivingston.com

Meet Campbell Whyte @campbellwhyte , Australian-based comic artist and Co-Founder of Milktooth School of Art and Stories. Campbell will be sharing tips on drawing inspiration and imagining the fantastical! : http://campbellwhyte.com

Next, we have Izzy Burton @izzyburtonart ,an incredibly talented Director, Author and new Lead  Background Artist at  Netflix who will be sharing information about tools, resources, finding ways to handle problems in art-making, and chasing good ideas! https://izzyburton.co.uk

and many more! Stay tuned for us to share some more tomorrow!

Our Kickstarter will end on October 1st, 2:00pm CST so back now before it ends soon! :o)

Link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/worldroulette/world-roulette-150-worlds-art-book-and-worldbuilding-guide?ref=ksr_email_user_watched_project_launched

#Illustration #illustrators #world roulette #worldbuilding #kickstarter #visualdevelopment

[cngalbraith]

Vector props client work for Bright Fairy Friends WildBrain Spark

#illustration