After some very good comments and critiques, I decided, I needed to balance the dynamics between my characters BLK and Alan, and show Alan as not being a total jerk. In my head for a long time I had that BLK and Alan are good friends, and that Alan is while mischievous, is good natured, but my art didn't show it as much as it should. This year I want a better balance between them. I doodled this up over yesterday and today; while I might have gone a bit over to the other side, this piece does make me happy. Also I was in the mood for some rounds.
Question time! The picture was a bit self-indulgent, so the question will be too. What situations would you like to see these two in?
Question time! The picture was a bit self-indulgent, so the question will be too. What situations would you like to see these two in?
Category Artwork (Digital) / Fat Furs
Species Dragon (Other)
Size 2000 x 2000px
File Size 292.8 kB
I appreciate the commitment to developing a less toxic dynamic between the characters. To me, Alan tended to come off as a mean-spirited or rather downright cruel jerk who didn’t seem to care for his friend’s wants or feelings.
I want Alan to be more considerate of how he’s treating his friends and if they’re okay with doing some expansive stuff.
To me, if he actually took the time to listen to his friend’s frustrations in their friendship, it would likely result in a healthier dynamic where they can still do stuff but it doesn’t feel he’s taking advantage of his friend’s trust.
My point is I care about these characters and I feel like they’d make for a great duo with the right dynamics so it doesn’t feel like an abusive relationship and more like a genuinely sweet friendship.
I want Alan to be more considerate of how he’s treating his friends and if they’re okay with doing some expansive stuff.
To me, if he actually took the time to listen to his friend’s frustrations in their friendship, it would likely result in a healthier dynamic where they can still do stuff but it doesn’t feel he’s taking advantage of his friend’s trust.
My point is I care about these characters and I feel like they’d make for a great duo with the right dynamics so it doesn’t feel like an abusive relationship and more like a genuinely sweet friendship.
This is so precious, and BLK's expression in particular is utterly adorable. As for your question, I think I'd like to see a scenario which has BLK and Alan working together or collaborating on some kind of project, task, or plan together. Anything, from being simple like cooking or building a house of cards, to something more mischievous or magical like pranking a mutual friend with some of Alan's magic. Maybe combine the magic with something mundane for some more whimsical, wholesome scenes. This was a super vague answer, but I'm always happy to see whatever scenarios you come up with, be they silly, heavy, heartwarming, or what have you. These characters are a ton of fun and I'm absolutely invested in seeing what kinds of stories or bit of characterization you want to share regarding them through your works.
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