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tumblr tuesday: doggust!

It’s still August, so you still have time to join a little art challenge. @Dogsinaugust’s “goodest drawing challenge in all the land,” a.k.a. Doggust, has plenty of bangers yet to come, including the noble Poodle, the slinky Dachshund, and the longest Borzoi boy. So, get those pens, pencils, and paintbrushes out, and join the pack! Here are some of this year’s excellent puppers, hounds, and floofs, brought to you by the ever excellent Artists on Tumblr.

@oliviawhen:

@alexiadraws:

@redcofu:

@doggobloc:

@aubryjoi:

@noukah:

@punt-speedchunk:

@tripawdpress:

@thekeymonster:

@dogfruit01:

@skulldog:

@zulayawolf:

@owosa:

@bleuhillbitz:

@alexfalconeart:

@popru:

@jakdaw:

The Terror x His Dark Materials AU 🧭

This AU has been on my mind ever since I first watched The Terror and I finally turned it into drawings. The two worlds just fit so well together, both being set in the far North and the concept of souls playing such an important part (with the dæmons being the physical manifestation of a human soul and Tuunbaq devouring them). I also really love the decade-ambiguous setting and style of His Dark Materials and it was so much fun reimagining the Terror characters in this universe. And of course matching everyone with a dæmon was the best part.

Crozier's is a pallas cat because it looks gruff and is a solitary animal and used to harsh living conditions.

Fitzjames needed something long and sleek and elegant so I chose a serval cat.

I thought that Silna could be similar to the witches in HDM who have bird dæmons that can physically separate from their humans. I also think that the calm grace of an arctic owl really fits her vibe.

Tozer's is an animal of prey that can hunt and bite, so I chose a prairie wolf (I feel like the Marines would all have similar dæmons that are pack animals).

Edward's had to be something non-threatening and anxious, so I went with a flying squirrel that can hide in his pocket.

Giving Hickey a rat would've been too on the nose (lol) so I went with a sly weasel instead.

Hey human, I love you

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YEAH DUDE

Tribe Banner concept art:

Folks seemed to enjoy my WOF WIPS, so here’s more concept art for y’all! My favorite thing about WOF is the potential for world building. I thought it’d be cool to see a tribe emblem represented on a banner/flag of sorts:

Read below for some of the thought process / headcannons behind the design choices: 👇

Skywing Banner:

Skywings pride themselves on 3 things; treasure, fire, & their enormous, soaring wingspan which steals the sky.

As such, portrayed on the banner, the fabric (often made with dyed cow or goat leathers) resembles draped dragon wings. Two Skywings embrace a goblet, which is spewing golden fire.

The banner is often held aloft with iron or gold poles, signifying to other tribes their wealth and pride.

Mudwing banner:

These banners are fashioned with leather hides from cow or crocodile skin, held aloft with bamboo, and painted with a Talon-print & Reed crest.

The talonprint symbolizes community and the strength of Mudwing sibling bonds. The reed border unifies all Mudwings regardless of their relationship to home; the swamp. Bigwings are often seen carrying these into battle, signifing their status and making it easier for a sib to locate them in the flurry of a fight.

Sandwing Banner:

Sandwing flags are made with camel skins and dyed cactus leather.

A crest shows a Sandwing coiled around a beaming sun, a reminder that despite the revered 3 moons, Sandwings are born to thrive in sunlight.

The fabric is cut in a way to mimic the swooping dunes of Sandwing territory. And the poles of the flags are equally intricate, with scorpion tails and golden ropes which frame the banner.

These flags make prominent appearances in parades, festivals, and markets, and even miniature version are often displayed in homes or as tapestries/carpets.

Seawing banner:

These banners are often seen displayed in royal quarters or councils, or above land to mark territory.

A nautilus shell crest on front echoes the swirl-pattern associated with royal Seawings: The banner’s borders resemble waves and a dragon swimming beneath their surface.

These are crafted with rich materials, strung with seashells, pearls, silver dollars, and deep oceanic color fabric. There is severe penalty for Seawings found plucking treasure from the banners, as they are a direct symbol of royalty.

Nightwing Banner:

These banners emphasize the Nightwings’ relationship to the moon, their source of power and praise. The material, a contrast of white stitching against purple velvet showcases moonlight and night, black scales against stars, magic and mystery.

They are seen decorated with 3 moons at the top and a centered dragon reaching up into the night sky.

These banners were often used during the war as secret code by spies to deliver to other tribes. Prophecy scrolls often came attached, delivering cryptic messages or secrets in the night. These banners all helped add to the secrecy of the Dragonet Prophecy, and kept tribes on their toes around Nightwings.

Rainwing banner:

Rainwing banners are not used for battle purposes like other tribes, most are mere decoration, location indicators, and have no unified design.

However, It is said back when Rainwings left the rainforest to trade pre-war, this particular banner design was often raised above Rainwing merchant tables, and showcases the coiled tail of a Rainwing with leaves, vines, and other sights from the rainforest adorning a bamboo pole. Bright color combinations accentuated the flag to entice curious customers.

Now, only one tattered version of the original Rainwing banner remains, displayed proudly in Queen Glory’s quarters, a reminder that building the Rainwings’ community is their most important goal.

Icewing Banner:

These banners reflect the same standards Icewings hold themselves to.

Like a visual of the rankings themselves, each banner is cut perfectly from an Icewing’s trained, serrated claws to resemble icicles, and crafted with fine blue stitching.

Flags are often held aloft with perfectly polished narwhal horn or bone, and can be inlaid with sapphires or diamond.

Icewing soldiers are often gifted these during ceremonies, and perform training exercises with the flags to test their stance/attentiveness. The crest showcases the swift sharpness of ice through a flying dragon, and a snowflake toward the bottom reminding Icewings that even minuscule snowflakes, small things, should be perfect in form.

a sprited dragon design i submitted to a virtual pet site for their annual halloween contest (rejected unfortunately)

trick or treat 👻🎃

these guys chose trick >:]

Happy Halloween!

AGATHA CHRISTIE’S POIROT (1989 - 2013)

*Lights up the bat-signal Good Omens signal*

Amazon Prime Germany has a poll out on "Which season urgently needs a new season?" GO fandom you know what to do!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNJwYVhTNX23AULBnfwnc9A/community?lb=UgkxdqTXadimEeMwulj77YPQ13bvH5BaLEPz

Currently in second place:

are evil dragons really evil, or are they just vitamin D deficient?

Another Bookwyrm! This time it's everyone's favourite big, blue sister! Saphira from Inheritance Cycle 💙

NEW Good Omens S2 inspired double-sided acrylic charms are now on my Etsy!! 💖✨️ Link in my bio or go to etsy.com/shop/smudgeandfrank ✨️💖

Take your favorite season 2 moments and characters with you wherever you go, and don't forget your travel sweets! 💛✨️

Owls Are Flying Cats

Photos via Pleated-Jeans.com

have you ever seen the english subtitles for a chinese bootleg of harry potter and the chamber of secrets?

because

they’re

great

full album here

Narnia dæmons

The second ones for Peter, Susan and Edmund are bc their deamons are different in narnia the England

Peter - Dragon/Eagle - Harriet

Susan- Unicorn/Stallion - Clarence

Edmund - Winged snake/Bat - Elanor

Lucy - Lion- Basil

Eustace- Beetle - Anah

Caspian - Thunderbird - Belana

Optical Illusion Paintings by Rob Gonsalves

The eras of huntlow✨✨

a little celebration for huntlow shippers that stuck around since the beginning 🫢‼️

Cars wouldn't be the thing to shock him the most let's be honest

Golden Saker Falcon

i am IN DEBT to this game. made this to help drag more people into the wormhole <3 if you like blue haired MCs and choices matter visual novels. if you’re a sucker for time loops. this is the game for you

we probably want to see what death’s doing during puss’ previous 7-8 deaths but what about when jack horner is killing his own workers?

puss’ deaths told by dumb memes

I'd buy the record [X]

Children born amongst the stars ⭐️🌟⭐️

I care them!!!!

"Life can be pretty hectic, so having a hobby like this is nice." -Caroline