[FIGHTER ]Blazblue/Hakumen/FirstKeeper

FirstKeeper · Mar 2011

I couldn't rename my first tread, so here is a new one with correct character name in the title.
Hakumen from Blazblue game.
Idea is a restyling this character in classic blood elf design.
Rough concept and block out.

Hi-poly in progress, I spent a few days studying next-gen technology, so there is not too much done. I keep mesh in quads for future export and sculpting in Z-brush.

Normal map/sp/df test.

Artwarrior · Mar 2011

Good choice! Love this character

JR · Mar 2011

I didn't know that you use normal map on your models too, Ms. I don't know the original char, but I can say your concept is great, as always. I'm waiting for more of your awesome stuff. You're a great source of inspiration.

FirstKeeper · Mar 2011

I'll make this character in next-gen, but usually I work with old-school.

TheWizard · Mar 2011

Another BlazBlue fighter! Awesome I can't wait to see what you do.

The wheel of fate is turning!

areve · Mar 2011

nice! can't wait to see how this will turn out, awesome I'm sure

AimBiZ · Mar 2011

Concept is great for sure. Will be exciting to see how this turns out

WillMac · Mar 2011

ah man, that is really good work so far. Not familiar with the character, but am liking this so far.. keep at!

Stinger88 · Mar 2011

Nice

Watching

FirstKeeper · Mar 2011

I'm afraid, this time its gonna be next-gen and I won't paint texture as I usually do)

JR · Mar 2011

FirstKeeper wrote: »

I'm afraid, this time its gonna be next-gen and I won't paint texture as I usually do)

So, why don't you make in diffuse only, like you always do? Have you made some gamble with someone? You're one of few people here that can win a game art comp just with color map...

FirstKeeper · Mar 2011

Because I want to learn something new

locky10 · Mar 2011

Nice concept, its suits your work style. :thumbup:

beezul · Mar 2011

if this was rogue armor in cata... then ide actually level to 85 as a rogue to get it.... bad assness

Ryan Hawkins · Mar 2011

I VOTE stick to your guns and go diffuse only or if you plan on going the normal route you stylize it somewhat like sf4, but id rather see the beast diffuse work imo. Looking great Tamara keep on busting that texture sheet out.

gd6 · Mar 2011

Like the concept and how goes the character, looking forward to sculpting.

Zelenkov · Mar 2011

You are pretty good with diffuse. In this day and age knowing normals is useful too. I say learn something new

JacqueChoi · Mar 2011

Looks very intriguing.

I would almost suggest pushing the design elements some more.

Right now Hakumen looks... level 70 Burning Crusade.

Give him Uber Epic Tier 15 armour with extra stuff and spikes, and plates, and awesomeness. Chains, and belts, and the works.

Try to incorperate that Rhinocerous motif a little more. The horn on his head, and the horns on his shoulderpad look SO badass.

Maybe some oversized kneepads with tusks coming from it, with maybe another one on the belt.

Overall it's looking badass, and we know it's going to kick major ass.! but I think you can push the design some more. (Even if you do a quick paint over of your current mesh).

^_^

FirstKeeper · Mar 2011

JacqueChoi - hey thanks! I'm gonna add additional elements and details later, I don't like how it simple looks like now too, gonna finish first pattern pass and after that make another overpaint.

Jeff Parrott · Mar 2011

Love the head test you have up. It's reading really well for the amount of polygons in it.

Mrskullface · Mar 2011

will there be a complimentary video tutorial on you paint all bad ass with this?

FirstKeeper · Mar 2011

Nope and it's gonna be next-gen, no hand-paint texture this time.

FirstKeeper · Mar 2011

Almost finish with base mesh and patterns. I'll make another over paint for new elements for next stage.

gd6 · Mar 2011

Basemech is very cool. It is interesting to look at the complete model. Good luck!

Nizza_waaarg · Mar 2011

yay, really nice bsmeshing, dig the details. Concept paint was sweet, know this one's gonna be totes awsome when it's done ^^

leslievdb · Mar 2011

this is going to look great. Also nice consistency with the original silhouette.
too bad i'm tired of seeing wow armors

anyway thats personal taste

Dan! · Mar 2011

it certainly has cool aspects to it- I feel the silhouette could be pushed a bit harder though.

CapAmer1ca · Mar 2011

Hi Tamara, nice start. But i think there is something wrong with proportions, i know that the pants are pretty loose, but i think that knee pads are too low.

Digital_3d · Mar 2011

It seems like a MMORPG style character..
good progress Tamara.

YBourykina · Mar 2011

Looks like your maps are working great, and your design and silhouette are looking awesome

JaxisaRobot · Mar 2011

Wow this is turning out really awesome so far!

Erigo · Apr 2011

Looking good ! I would add some "red button" to this guy

ceebee · Apr 2011

Very nice to see you jumping into some normal mapping, looking super clean so far

yoyomon · Apr 2011

Nice avatar

rv_el · Apr 2011

Can't wait to see it!

Also i'm subsribed to this thread now.. I dont know any other way to do it. seriously. this is it.. post quick reply and i'm set.. cause I want to follow this one, But i don't really have much to say.. So i'll say this.

Form follows Function... and things.

FirstKeeper · Apr 2011

Here is some progress. Base mesh ready for sculpting:

LRoy · Apr 2011

that's the base mesh?

PaintTheFence · Apr 2011

FirstKeeper don't play around, she quit school cause of recess.

FirstKeeper · Apr 2011

Kind of. I'll sculpt organic jaws, fabric folds, metal textures and patterns based on this mesh.

Maph · Apr 2011

Looks cool FirstKeeper!

Are you going to leave him this symmetrical or are you going to get some asymmetry in there as well?

gd6 · Apr 2011

Looks cool! I wish you successful sculpting

JacqueChoi · Apr 2011

Damn, that looks really cool hirez!

FirstKeeper · Apr 2011

Maph -It will be asymmetry for helm, belt and chest patterns and texture.

Thanks, guys!

Vorge · Apr 2011

Lookin' ace.

FirstKeeper · Apr 2011

Final sculpting. Low-poly in progress.

cmcisaac · Apr 2011

Very nice character love the shoulder pads great job!

haikai · Apr 2011

This is really looking great! I do wish his feet were bigger, but other than that the shapes look nice.

gd6 · Apr 2011

Good sculpt!

woogity · Apr 2011

good stuff first! the armor is really well done! if you have time maybe take another pass at the hair, unless you are just planning on doing it with cards. lookin good tho! on to textures!

disanski · Apr 2011

Amazing character

Very strong silhouette. Great sculpt. Just a very very little detail- the folds on the back lower pants before the boots are just a bit flat- just an opinion

Good luck

MissMaddyTaylor · Apr 2011

He is perfect! I'm really liking the details

[FIGHTER ]Blazblue/Hakumen/FirstKeeper

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