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2023 Art Summary

I originally created my blog back in April, but I've decided to jump on the trend and share a compilation of some of my favorite works.

JANUARY

My first attempt at a digital painting style, featuring a character I don't believe I've introduced here before. A reimagining of the Tails Doll, with a Phantom Ruby twist: The Phantom Amalgamation (or Maggie, as my friends call them), made for Project Alacrity. I'll have to get around to redrawing them so they can have a proper introduction.

FEBUARY

Fanart for YouTube creator, Miharu the Fox. Whilst watching one of her streams, I asked what I should draw, with her co-host Marc suggesting that I should "Draw Spyro glitching into the abyss." Seeing that they were playing Spyro Enter the Dragonfly, it seemed only fitting. So I drew him shaking on top of a trapped baby dragon in ice.

MARCH

An attempt at a papercraft style using a tutorial by YouTube user, CariadsCoffee. The character pictured is Squirrelflight (or rather, Squirrelstar) from Warrior Cats, using my own design. Learning this method of drawing is what eventually led to me adopting the lineless style I use in many of my posts.

APRIL

Parody designs of Silver and Blaze, aptly dubbed Pothead and Lighter. They originate from a Sonic 06 parody comic for 4/20 that was written by my friend, @alzikeiswrong , and was illustrated in TuxPaint by me. Whether or not I decide to actually finish and post it is a mystery.

MAY

A post made as a gut reaction to discovering the amount of articulated parts the Jakks Pacific Tails Nine figure had. 70 points of articulation is ridiculous, but man is the figure amazing. I just wish he was to scale with the normal Tails figure.

JUNE

My second attempt at a digital painting, this time featuring Blaze the Cat. Manipulating the flames and how they interacted with Blaze and the background, was a fun challenge, as well as figuring out the textures and posing.

JULY

This is the point when I discovered my lineless style. Specifically the one I use when drawing my fursona, Sapph. Her design has developed a lot over the years, from being a Minecraft X Warrior Cats crossover OC, to slowly rounding out and becoming less Minecraft, gaining new design details in the process, to where she is now.

AUGUST

A drawing of multiple AU designs of Tails for Project Alacrity, socializing at some sort of get together. This was mainly a test to practice how to frame a drawing with multiple characters in it, as well as giving them each something to do. To show the differences between these various different versions of the same core character through their designs and how they interact with one another.

SEPTEMBER

One of the ask answers for my MommyClan cat's ask blog, @stepcousinclawspeaks . Stepcousinclaw was originally created for the fanclan in August, but this panel was one of my favorites. It shows his chaotic and often arsonistic side really well. I'll return to the blog soon for a big story update. Stay tuned!

OCTOBER

October brought with it the Sonic OC Showdown 2, which I had miraculously managed to get my Trace the Tasmanian to participate in. She passed the first round by a close call, but lost by a wide margin in the following. It was a good fight, with a good string of propaganda art coming from me and some of my supporters as a part of the campaign. Thank you all for supporting me while I was a part of it.

NOVEMBER

Whilst exploring through old files, I came across a template I saved. I used it to share the designs I made for various Warriors characters, some who I already had made designs for, and others I had to make up on the spot. One of my favorites was Spottedleaf. The balance of colors and details seem just right to me, as well as being a vast improvement from the color inaccurate one I had made as a ten year old.

DECEMBER

December's was fun. I haven't ever really had a "set style." Every time I try to revisit one specific design I always make something a bit off. Same can be said for this sketch style. I loved doing it. It felt the most accurate to how my art on paper feels as I draw it. Rough around the edges, but lifelike. Sadly I've had a hard time returning to it after dumping out all my thoughts around the 06 AU onto my screen. I've been working on it. There's more to see in the coming year, so I hope you'll stick with me to see how I can grow as a young artist!

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blackhakumen · 2 years

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Mini Fanfic #1018: Home At Last (Sonic)

4:23 p.m. at the Crocodile's Residence.........

Espio: Ah....Ahh...AHH-

Cream brings a tissue in front of Espio's nose in time for him to sneeze on it before sighing again.

Espio: Thanks again, Cream.

Cream: (Smiles Brightly) You're blessed and welcome!~ (Takes the Tissue to a Nearby Trash Can)

Silver: (Has His Hand Onto Espio's Forehead While Sitting Next to Him on One Side) Your temperature doesn't seem to being heating up too badly compared to yesterday.

Blaze: (Sighs in Relief While Sitting Next to Espio on the Other Side) That's good to hear at least....(Gives Espio a Motherly Glare) Still, what on earth were you thinking fighting this Master Zik person in a middle of a rainstorm? Without wearing a coat nonetheless?

Cream: (Crosses Her Arms While Pouting at Espio) That's what I've been wanting to know. So reckless....(Turns to Blaze) Did you know he used to meditate in the rain when we was a child?

Silver: (Eyes Widened a Bit) Really?

Charmy: Yeeeup. Even tried meditating under a waterfall too.

Cheese: (Nodded in Agreement) Chao.

Blaze: (Already Pinching her Nose) Okay, meditating in the rain is one thing, but under a waterfall!? (Turns Back to Her Boyfriend) Seriously?

Espio: I was young and clueless at the time. (Looks Away While Blushing a Little) Besides, Master has already scolded me about my recklessness afterwards, so it shouldn't be that big of a deal to begin with....(Hears a Few Giggles From Before Sighing) What's funny?

Blaze: Oh nothing~ (Smirks Playfully at Espio) Just admiring how cute you look when you pout~

Silver: (Giggles Softly) Yeah~ Hence why you will always be the cute one in our relationship~

Charmy: (Laughs While Singing and Pointing at Espio) Espio's the cute on in his relationship!~

Cheese: (Tease Along With Charmy) Chao Chao Chao!~

Cream: He gets it from mommy and me~ (Smiles Proudly While Pointing Up a Bit) Us Rabbits have a very unique talent of making ourselves look cuter than we already are.

Espio: How do I even- (Sighs Once More Before Facepalming Himself) You know what? Forget it. I am too sick to even try and argue at the moment.

Blaze: (Rolls her Eyes) You only have a cold, dear. It'll come to pass eventually.

Silver: (Turns to Cream) By the way, were you three able to tell your mom and dad about what happened the day before?

Cream: (Nodded To Silver) I told daddy about the showdown before we left the house that evening. He said him and mommy were already packing up to leave their honeymoon trip. The boys and I were so busy taking care of Espio that I didn't have the time to call them again this morning. ('Sighs a Bit Worryingly') I hope they make it back here oka-

'DOOR CRASH'

A loud crash suddenly echoed in the living room as the gang turn their head see to the married bride herself, Vanilla, wearing her biker suit and holding her newly husband, Vector, in her arms while panting.

Vector: Uhhhh....(Slowly Spread his Arms Out With an Awkward Smile on his Face) Surprise!.....

Cream: ('Gasps') Mommy!~ Daddy!~ (Happily Rushes Over Towards the Older Couple to Hug Them Along With Charmy)

Charmy: You're back!~

Cheese: (Happily Flies Over to Join the Group Hug) the Chao Chaochao!~

Vanilla: (Smiles Brightly as She Lowers Her Husband Down on his Feet as She Receives Their Group Hugs) Oh my sweet little angels~ It's so great to finally see you all again!~ We're sorry we didn't come here sooner. The traffic here have gotten a lot more busy as of late.

Vector: So we decided to take a few shortcuts along the way. Some of which......preeetty scary to go through to be honest.

Vanilla: (Frowns Sadly) Sorry.....

Vector: (Immediately Grabs Vanilla's Hands With a Reassuring Smile on his Face) But it's okay! We still managed to get here without any police cars stopping us. (Turns to Vanilla) You did great, honey.

Vector kiss the top of his wife's head as she smiles and hugs him in a very loving manner.

Espio: You two need to be more careful around road next time. There's no telling what kind of wide open accident you'll get yourselves into.....

Vanilla: ('GASPS') Espio!~ (Immediately Rushes Over to The Living Room's Sofa and Picks Espio Up into a Tight, Loving Hug) My sweet baby boy, you had us soooo worried!~ (Gently Lowers the Ninja Down in his Feet Before Placing her Hand Onto his Forehead) How is your temperature? You don't feel too woozy and light headed, do you?

Silver: (Smiles Softly at Vanilla) We've already checked his temperature, Mrs. Rabbit. He's doing a lot better now.

Blaze: (Smiles Brightly at the Newly Wedded Couple) Or should we say Mrs. Crocodile!~ How was your very first honeymoon together?~

Vanilla: (Went Back to Smiling While Claspingher Hands Together) Oh Blaze, it was such a wonderful first experience!~ The lovely scenery of the towns, the exquisite desserts and four meals-

Vector: Which cost a crap ton by the way!

Vanilla: (Smiles Sheepishly) T-True.....But at least the meals we ordered there were still delicious. ('Sighs Dreamingly') There's so many breath taking things to see in Spagonia that I can't even decide which one I adored the most......

Charmy: You got any pictures for us to see?

Vector: Oh yeah. Lots of them. But before we do that, you kids mind giving your mother, brother, and I some private? We have a lot to talk about today.

Espio's eyes begins to widen a bit by Vector's slow glance towards him

Silver: Oh! Uh....sure. We'll....(Gets Himself Up From the Sofa He Was Sitting on) get out of your hair. (Whipsers 'Sorry' to Espio as he Gives Him a Good Luck Kiss on One Cheek Before Walking to the Kitchen)

Blaze: (Gets Up.From the Sofa as Well) Kids, it's time we give them privacy! (Turns to Espio and Whispers) Best of luck, dear. (Kiss Him in the Other Side of the Cheek Before Walking Away) You are going to need it.....

Cream: Poor Espio.....

Charmy: We know him well....

Cheese: Chao.

With one final stare, the trio finally turn away and follows Blaze into the kitchen, leaving the ninja and the married couple alone in the living room in a few seconds of silence.

Espio: (Tries to Process What is Happening)

Vector: (Turns Back to Espio) So are you really feeling better from that cold of yours, champ? No headaches or anything else out of the ordinary?

Espio: (Immediately Comes Back to Reality) Oh! Uh....('Clears Throat') Yes. Other than a few random- (Quickly Squeezes Onto his Robe Before Looking Back Up at Vector) sneezes that occurred every so often, I say the road of recovery is going smoothly for me so far.

Vector: (Smiles Brightly) Good, good. If that's the case, then I guess that means I won't have to feel guilty for what I'm about to do next!

Espio: I.....(Raises an Eyebrow in Confusion) beg your pard-

Before Espio could even start finishing that sentence, he sudden felt a sharp smack by his longtime detective partner/father-figure, much to everyone, sans for Vanilla's, surprise.

Espio: (Winces a Bit in Pain While Holding his Head)..... Okay. I'll admit.....I deserve that.

Vector: (Growls While Glaring at Espio in a Fatherly Yet Comedic Fashion) YA DAMN RIGHT YOU DESERVE THAT ONE! Making the two of us worry about your hide for two and a half days of getting here!

Vanilla: (Crosses her Arms at Espio With a Worried, Disappointed Glare on her Face) Using a shadow clone to watch over the kids while you go out fighting someone, in /he middle of the rain-

Charmy: (In the Kitchen) Without wearing a coat!

Vanilla: WITHOUT wearing a coat, Espio! What were you thinking throughout all of that!?

Espio: (Sighs in Defeat While LookingDown on the Floor in Shame) Not in a clear manner unfortunately....I was too hellbent on challenging Master Zik again after all these years, that I didn't bother to care that much about the consequences that comes my way.....(Looks Back Up to Vanilla and Vector) Or the people I would end up worrying.

Vector: See? And that's a another thing: Who was thar Zik person fought anyways?

Vanilla: He hasn't been bullying you this entire time, without any of us knowing, has he?

Espio: (Shakes his Head) No, no. It's nothing like that. My reasonings for fighting him are more or less deeper than that.

The couple look at each other for a brief second before nodding, making their way to the sofa and sitting next to Espio on each sides.

Vanilla: We're all ears, dear.

Vector: Whenever you're ready.

Espio: (Looks Back and Forth at Vector and Vanilla Before Taking a Deep Breath) Okay. So my master, Hoshimaru Hisashi, and Zik has been friends for very long time, long before he took me to his home in my younger years. Some say their bond and rivalry for one another were very strong at the time, that either led to great fortune or pure destruction to everyone involved.

Vector: Damn. So they're like Sonic and Shadow in a way?

Espio: To some extent. But less chaos powers, and more beyond our years in experience and discipline.

Vector/Vanilla: Uh-Huh..../ Ohh I see.....

Espio: But anyways, one day, when Zik and his students came to visit our temple for tea, he challenged my master in a sparring match. It went along normally at first, but it wasn't long till for the fight itself to become more intense as time passes. It was impressive that our eyes were able to keep up with each movements they take, natural speed and all.

Vector/Vanilla: (Starts Nodding in Understanding)

Espio: (Starts Frowning and Looking Down on the Ground) However.......

Vanilla: (Immediately Starts Getting Worried as She and Vector Catches One Glance of their Boy in Distress) Espio?

Espio: It would only last about a few minutes or so until.......

Flashback

One strike. One, single strike. To some, it would be wishful thinking to rely on doing something so simple. But for Zik..... It was more than enough for him to claim his victory, as he sends his rival down to his knees.

'Thud'

Espio: MASTEEERRRR! (Quickly Rushes Over to his Master's Side Along With a Few Guests)

Guests: Are you okay!? /Try not to move too much!

Hoshi: (Places his Arm Around his Chest While Standing on One Knee Panting) My.....apologies everyone....(Quickly Uses his Other Hand to Cover his Suddenly Coughing Before Sighing) It seems.... my careless thinking.....has.....('Cough') gotten the better of me this time around......

Zik: (Stares at his Opponent Calm, Yet Victoriously) Indeed it has, my dear old friend. But suppose it goes to show how different our skills in combat has gotten over a decade or few. (Walks Away Before Turning his Head Back to Hoshi With a Small, Yet Evil, Cocky Smirk Creeping on his Face) Yours is simply lacking.

The young chameleon's eyes begins to widens as the feeling of anger slowly begins to creep up on his. As his hands begins to form into knuckles, Espio begins run over to the old zeti in question, that is until five of his much younger students suddenly appears to block his path.

Long, Pink Zeti: Mess with our master and you mess with all of us, PUNK!

Buff, Red Zeti: (Crosses his Arms While Glaring at the Young Chameleon) If you know what's good for you, runt, then I advise you turn back your master.

Pretty, Green Female Zeti: Pleeease?~ I really don't wanna punch that handsome face of yours.

Buff, Red Zeti: (Turbs at the Green Zeti Beside Him With a Glare) Zeena!

Zeena: Whaaaat? He's a cutie!~ And like so my type too~

Buff, Red Zeti: ('Groans While Rolling his Eyes')

Espio: ('Growls in Anger') Get OUT of my way before I-

?????: ESPIO!

The young Espio eyes widens once more as he turns his head back to his master glaring at him as two of their guests helping him get back up on his feet.

Hoshi: Stand down.

Espio: (Stares at Hoshi in Disbelief) B-But Master, you're hurting because him!

Hoshi: I am- ('Winces a Bit in Pain') aware of my current state. But like I said before, my carelessness has led me to this. And whatever tactics he schemed during, doesn't change the fact that he has beaten me fair and square.

Espio: But-

Hoshi: Calm yourself, my pupil. Do not let today's match cloud you in anger. Learn from this. And see it that you don't make the same mistake I di- (Suddenly Felt a Another Sharp Pain in his Chest) ('Nrghh')

Guest #1: Let's get you back to your room now, master.

Espio: (Watches his Master Being Carried Back to his Room Before Sighing and Reluctantly Bowing Down to Him) Yes, master.

Zik: (Slowly Shakes his Head) Poor Hoshimaru. Always knew he was a naive fool since day one, but his foolish has reached to great heights today. As expected. (Turns and Start Walking Away) Alright, children, let's moseley our way out of-

HEY!

Zik and his students turn back around to see the young chameleon staring at them woth fierce anger in his eyes.

Long, Pink Zeti: ('Groans Loudly in Annoyance') Ugggggh for the love of- WHAT NOW, SQUIRT!?

Espio: (Ignores the Pink Zeto Entirely as He Has His Focus Primarily On.....) Master Zik!

Zik: (Raises his Eyes in a Bit of Curiosity) Yes, boy?

Espio: I.....(Takes a Deep Breath Before Speaking) I know master said nort to be angry.....And I know that I still have a lot to learn to be a strong shinobi......(Begins to Point His Finger at the Old Zeti With Determination) BUT THAT WON'T STOP ME FROM FROM AVENGING HIM BY BEATING YOU ONE OF THESE DAY, SO YOU BETTER PREPARE YOURSELF BY THENNNNN!

'Silence'

Buff, Red Zeti: (Glares Menacingly at Espio) You dare ask our master to your pointless challe-

Zik: I accept.

Buff, Red Zeti: (Eyes Widened Before Turning Back to his Master) You what!?

Zik: (Turns to His Student) I said I accept his challenge. (Uses his Pinky to Dig Through his Ear Hole) Is your hearing not working correctly, Zavok my boy? (Finds Ear Wax in his Pinky Before Blowing it Out)

Zavok: ('Sighs Heavily') No, master, my hearing is just fine......And you shouldn't be accepting this runt request. It's beneath you.

Zik: Oh come now. You and I both know that I hardly back down from a challenge. And besides, I think the boy has enough potential to begin with.

Zavok looks back Espio who is currently muttering and geeking out at the fact that elder zeti has accepted his sudden request.

Zavok: (Rolls his Eyes) Riiiight.....

Zik: (Tap his Cane to the Ground) ('Tap Tap') Young man.

Espio: (Immediately Stops his Rsmblings and Gives Zik his Full Attention in a Straight Form) Y-Yes?

Zik: If you are fully certain about the choice you just made.....If you have that much faith in your current growth and skills.....(Smiles Brightly) Just say the word. And I will be glad to take you on anytime, so long as you actually give me a good challenge that is. (Laughs Wholeheartedly)

Espio: (Eyes Widened in Genuine Awe) Master.....(Went Back to his Determined Look Before Nodding in Agreement) Right. I'll do whatever I can get stronger, to avenge master's name. You'll see.

Flashback Ended

Espio: Then after that, I took my words to heart and begin practicing and took every opportunity to fight him wherever him and his students comes back to visit the temple. It.....(Starts Looking Away in a Bit of Embarrassment) went as well as you expected as the time.

Esipo begins to remember all times he challenged Zik to a fight in this youth....and all the time the old Zeti easily beaten him every match easily. Sneak attacks, charge in rush assaults.....you name it and Zik would find some way to defeat the young chameleon at his own game.

One time, he was able one shot the poor ninja in training, effortlessly while drinking Hoshi's newly made Herb Tea at the time. It wasn't much to most, but to him, It was best tea he ever tasted in years.

Vector: You were one persistent little twerp, weren't you?

Espio: Master did say I have the tendency to not quit when it's necessary. It's incredible how far I've come since then....

Vanilla: And we couldn't be any prouder. But speaking of which....(Starts Getting Worried Again) How was that master of yours after the match? The attack didn't damaged him too much, did it?

Espio: It didn't fortunately. Granted, it took a while for him to recover and he had to face a few setbacks since then, other than that, he's fine. At least I hope he still is......

Vanilla: (Gives Espio a Reassuring Smile) I'm sure we'll have the opportunity of visiting him one of these days.

Vector: (Happily Nodded in Agreement) Yeah. He seems like a pretty cool guy to talk to.

Espio: (Smiles a Little) He is. (Went Back to Frowning While Sighing) But back to the topic at hand, whatever my reasons for doing what I did the day before doesn't excuse the fact that I've cause you all concerns and grief. (,Bows at the Married Couple) I apologize greatly for that, as well as making you two leave your honeymoon early.

Vector: ('Scoffs') Oh please. Your mother and I were already planning on leaving Spagonia behind early before Cream even made that call.

Espio: Wait. (Eyes Begins to Widened in Genuine Surprise) You were?

Vector: (Smiles Softly) Yeah, man. I mean, sure, we had a really great time there, with the place being romantic and all, but we've already missed the hell out of you kids the moment we stepped in that limousine.

Vanilla: (Nodded in Agreement) It's true. There's not a day in the world that we don't think about you four. You're our heart and soul.

Vector: And we're never gonna stop worrying about any of you even we start having gray hair. Which would look great on your mother by the way.

Espio: (Simply Nodded in Agreement) I can believe that.

Vanilla giggles and bluhes at the compliment as She wave her hand down.

Espio: (Smiles a Little) But still, we appericate the care and effort you have given us thus far. We love you guys.

Vector: We love you guys too, Espio. (Crosses his Arms) But don't think for a second just because we're having a sentiment moment, that you're automatically off the hook!

Vanilla: (Places her Hand onto her Chest) As much as it pains me to say, I'm afraid the two of us here must punishment you.

Espio: ('Sigh') Very well. I accept any punishment you have in store for me.

Vector: Really? No complaints?

Espio: No complaints. I worried you all. So naturally, it's only fair that I face the consequences of my actions.

Vector: ....Well shi-I-I mean! (Clears his Throat Before Crossing his Arms Again) Alrighty then. Well, first and foremost, you're hereby grounded for two to three weeks. The only time you're allowed to leave this house whenever you and I go out for another case, your mom wants help getting groceries, or when your siblings want to go out and play. Other than that, leaving here is off limits.

Vanilla: And while we're on the topic of that, I hereby forbid you from training out there by the tree until your punishment is over. You've done enough hand-to-hand combat for one day and I think it's high time you need to take a break from it for a while.

Espio: (Simply Nodded) Fair enough. I...take it that means that I won't be seeing Blaze and Silver for a while now, huh?

Vanilla: (Shakes her Head Happily) Nonsense. Those two are always welcome to come by our home anytime.

Vector: But you three are not allowed to leave out of here together until your weeks are up, got it?

Espio: (Nodded Once More) Right. Is there anything else?

Vector raises his finger up to say something....then starts crossing his arms again to think....only to realize that he couldn't really think of anything else.

Vector: Uhh...(Shrugs) Yeah. I got nothing else.

Vanilla: I have a suggestion. Starting today, here and now, I want you to stay in the sofa.....(Grabs a Blanket And Covers herself and the Boys in it) and get yourself nice and cozy as we have ourselves a family movie night.

Vector: (Calls Out to the Gang) KIDS, GET IN HERE! WE'RE HAVING MOVIE NIGHT!

Espio: (Raises an Eyebrow) In the afternoon?

Vector: Afternoon, night. Who cares? I wanna watch stuff on our screen.

The kids, Silver and Blaze rushes our of the kitchen to join the trio in the sofa together. Cream, Cheese, and Charmy sits down together on the floor, in front of the coffee table,as Espio's lovers sits right back next to him, hugging their boyfriend lovingly.

Espio: (Chuckles Lightly) Not my idea of punishment, but i suppose it will do for now.

Silver: I wonder what movie we'll be watching first.

Blaze: There is a lot to choose from.

Vector: Don't know about you guys, but I wanna give that Chip n' Dale movi e a watch!

The gang, except for the kids, look at each other with uncertainty uncertainty each of their faces.

Vanilla: Um....Vector, dear....Perhaps we'd be better off not watching that one for now.

Vector: How come? Is it because of the whole translation to live action or something?

Vanilla: Not entirely. But....well....(Starts Whispering into Vector's Ear)

Vector: Yeah, I know Peter Pan is in this one-(Continues Hearing His Wife Whispering in his Ear Before Having Eyes Slowly Widens by Every Detail Given to Him) Oh.....Oh.....(Slowly Turns his Head to Vanilla) You....don't say.....

Vanilla: (Simply Nodded) I'm afraid it's true, dear. Oh! And also....(Went Back to Whispering)

Vector's eyes begins to widen again, only this time it's in disgust.

Vector: Oh god. THAT thing is also in there!?

Vanilla: (Nodded Once More) Mmhmm.

Vector: ('Ugh') Screw that noise. Kids, we're watching through Toy Story 1-4. And maybe the Buzz Lightyear one too if we're lucky.

Cream/Charmy/Cheese: YAY!/CHAO CHAO!

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