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Le Bello posts a theme, you do your best to create something that fits.
General Rules:
- One submission only. If you enter another design, it will count as your entry.
- If you enter a second design, please delete the post with our first design in.
- Please don't post any non-submission CaS designs.
- Everyone gets ONE vote per challenge, including entrants.
- Entrants may NOT vote for themselves.
- Votes cast BEFORE the voting period are NOT COUNTED.
[notice]Current challenge: N/A[/notice]
Will you pick up the proverbial gauntlet Le Bello has projected toward the ground?
General Rules:
- One submission only. If you enter another design, it will count as your entry.
- If you enter a second design, please delete the post with our first design in.
- Please don't post any non-submission CaS designs.
- Everyone gets ONE vote per challenge, including entrants.
- Entrants may NOT vote for themselves.
- Votes cast BEFORE the voting period are NOT COUNTED.
[notice]Current challenge: N/A[/notice]
CHALLENGE I:
Create a SCV iteration of Talim.
PEOPLE'S CHOICE WINNER:
Fliptop.
With his "Wanderer Talim" look, Fliptop met the brief, punched it in the face, and then rebuilt it prettier then before. Capturing the essence of Talim, while giving her and aged and mature look. The idea of a wanderer fit perfectly with Talim's wind theme, and though it was inspired by some abandoned concept art, Fliptop truly made it his own. Top notch work from an amazing artist.
With his "Wanderer Talim" look, Fliptop met the brief, punched it in the face, and then rebuilt it prettier then before. Capturing the essence of Talim, while giving her and aged and mature look. The idea of a wanderer fit perfectly with Talim's wind theme, and though it was inspired by some abandoned concept art, Fliptop truly made it his own. Top notch work from an amazing artist.
LE BELLO'S CHOICE:
It's been tough for Le Bello. Every design entered was certainly unique, from Vilarcane's creepily clever 'Puppet Talim', to Pocky-Yoshi's Farmer. However some of them required a little too much story to be believable, they strayed too far from Talim's general personality to the point where they needed a bit of lore. And so whilst they were cool, Sprtn_363's Dark Talim, for example, they didn't really fit in.
And so it fell to a choice of two. For a long time Le Bello had Fliptop in mind as the winner, but all that changed when Yoshariolll came in with his attempt.
The way he incorporated classic elements of Talim's design, and made them more grown up, but still keeping her essence really clinched the win. Good job Yoshariolll and Fliptop, well deserved!
Congratulations to the winners, and special mention to Leona, who would win a Runner's Up prize if there were prizes, or indeed a runner up!
And so it fell to a choice of two. For a long time Le Bello had Fliptop in mind as the winner, but all that changed when Yoshariolll came in with his attempt.
The way he incorporated classic elements of Talim's design, and made them more grown up, but still keeping her essence really clinched the win. Good job Yoshariolll and Fliptop, well deserved!
Congratulations to the winners, and special mention to Leona, who would win a Runner's Up prize if there were prizes, or indeed a runner up!
CHALLENGE II:
Recreate a SCV 1P outfit.
PEOPLE'S CHOICE WINNER:
With 3 votes more than the next highest entrant, d_b's Kilik takes the first prize in this second round of CaS Challenge Madness! A design that managed to replicate both the simplicities and complexities of Kilik's 1P outfit, d_b did some EXCELLENT work with the extra equipment, as well as some superb sticker work to create an amazingly accurate recreation. It's so good, that even with the design specs I couldn't copy it completely. Well-deserved d_b!
LE BELLO'S CHOICE:
I expect this designer never thought he'd win the LBC Award a second time, but Yoshariolll's Leixia is absolutely spotless. With but a few clipping issues aside, Yoshariolll showed us how to really use simple effects to create great aesthetics. The colour scheme was perfect, the clothing was flawless. Another tremendous effort, congratulations Yosharioll!
CHALLENGE III:
Eurovision CaS Contest.
PEOPLE'S CHOICE WINNER:
Taking his second win in the overall contest, Fliptop's Scottish submission, Alastair, really impressed people with his gritty, realistic look, that managed to incorporate Scottish elements, without becoming a mish-mash of racially obvious tidbits. A design that truly stands up against the roster of real SC characters, and doesn't look out of place in the slightest. A well-deserved victory for Fliptop.
LE BELLO'S CHOICE:
With so many outstanding designs this time round, how was I supposed to pick? Such a high level of entry was something I hadn't anticipated, with some real top-level CaS artists vying for the title as well. However, despite all of this, I had to choose just one. And whilst some designs may've had one or two neat little tricks to them, or were highly personal to the entrant, I had to go with my guts. So, when I saw Leona's late entry, Jolana, I knew it would get my vote. A perfect display of simplicity being used to create character, Jolana stands right next to Alastair in my opinion. They could both easily belong in the game without anyone batting an eyelid. So many congratulations to Leona, for her stunningly simple design. And many apologies to anyone who didn't win, but please don't feel bad, as every design was far, FAR above par.
CHALLENGE IV:
Superheroes
PEOPLE'S CHOICE WINNER:
Fliptop once again shows everybody what he's made of with a design that oozes power, grace and ferocity. The Rook is a definitely someone you don't want to mess with, and whilst at first glance she make look like a random mish-mash of things, upon closer inspection you see how streamlined the design is. Is she a ninja, or some sort of medieval warrior, or even an executioner? I'm guessing all three. So there we go, another win for Fliptop, who to the delight of many opponents has decided he's taking a well-deserved break from contests. So, congratulations and good luck to you Fliptop!
LE BELLO'S CHOICE:
Oh boy, here we go again hmm? Often times I hate that I did this to myself. How can I pick just ONE design to win the LBC Award? Why do I do this to myself again and again? Then I remember that all of you have to do it too, so it isn't so bad.
However this is without a doubt the hardest judgement yet. I eventually whittled it down to Shade, Re-Volt and Red Moon. But even now I'm still struggling.
However, after much deliberation, I find the mysterious, almost liquid sex appeal of Shade to be irresistible. I find that she just fits the bill that tiny bit better then the others, but really it isn't by much at all. Perhaps I'm a sucker for a bit of enigmatic beauty? Well done Matty82, you really know your audience.
Super Special Note!
I'd like to take some space on behalf of myself and (I'm sure) the voters in the Superhero theme to thank 100Percent for collating images of all entries into a single post. Without being asked he went that extra mile to help other people in making their choice, and I feel he deserves a personal thank you for it.
Much obliged sir.
CHALLENGE V:
Joke Character
PEOPLE'S CHOICE WINNER:
I don't think anyone is surprised to find that Gatsu won this one. Entering early, his Pac-Bot almost put everyone else off from entering, with only a few brave souls facing off against him. Ultimately though, his comedic styling and superb craftsmanship sealed Gatsu's victory before the contest even got going. An excellent job, for sure. Great work Gatsu!
LE BELLO'S CHOICE:
For me there was but one choice. A clear winner that shone above the rest of the well-deserved entries. One that took "Joke character" and ran with it. Honestly, I think MistaKoo really got this whole theme in the bag.
That's right, Mr. Bag, the sentient mimic super-bag gets the LBC award this time round. Such a unique and engaging entry that readily deserved all the recognition it deserved and more. For being ridiculously original, MistaKoo, I thank you.
Guest Themes:
1 Scyle's Warrior/Mage/Rogue Challenge
People's Choice Winner:
Matty82
Judge's Choice Winner:
NeclordX
Will you pick up the proverbial gauntlet Le Bello has projected toward the ground?