You know, one of the most frustrating things about animals vs. people is mashing together the characteristics of both. I wanted this to look more African-inspired but it seems kinda strange to put some sort of tribal 'fro on her because big cats tend to have straight hair (like manes and whatnot). But then when I put the straight hair on, now it looks like she's going to end up being some sort of South American jaguar thing instead, except that I wanted to base the color pattern and her crown off that crowned crane...argh. <XD

Maybe the clothing will help, I haven't drawn that in yet...

Or I could just throw everything out the window and say "IT'S FANTASY WEEEEE" and run with that. :D

P.S. Not looking forward to putting the rosettes on this either, why the hell did I do this <XD My hands...maybe she'll become a mountain lion or something, haha.