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Don't Let This Win Over You by ~matena:iconmatena:

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©2009 ~matena
:iconmatena:

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This is for the contest by :iconfictionist:

The character I've chosen is Zhyaril, the fellow who cannot lose.

First it was difficult to find a proper character for the songs I had in mind or a proper song for the available characters I liked. Then I ended up with Set Your Goals' "Don't Let This Win Over You" and Zhyaril. He's awesome. The task was, of course, to combine the two :)

So here's the track I've chosen for Zhyaril (a full description of the character can be read here: [link]):

"DON'T LET THIS WIN OVER YOU
This life will stress the best of you.
The rest of your has got to take control.
The only thing left to accept is to not except a hand from anyone.
So what are you going to do now?
DON'T LET THIS WIN OVER YOU
You're searching, reaching out.
Theres not enough to get you through.
DON'T LET THIS WIN OVER YOU
No turning back. You've got to take this
You must face this alone"

Yes, it's quite short, but I think it reflects well the characteristics of Zhyaril. Actually this song is only half of a pair of two songs; the track following this one (entitled "Echoes") continues the thought so those who are interested should listen to that one as well.

Song and Lyrics © Set Your Goals
Character © :iconfictionist:, Art © me

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:iconfictionist:
=fictionist May 16, 2009, 7:54:39 PM
This is amazing! How creative, the concept just blows me away.

The contrast between Zhyaril's tealish form and the dark dusty place. All the darkness coming over him like a wave looks great, I mean even the placement you put Zhy in--off to the side rather then centered--works so well.

I love it, I'll go post it right now <3

--
Stop there and let me correct it,
I wanna live a life from a new perspective,
You come along because I love your face,
And I'll admire your expensive taste.
:iconmatena:
~matena May 16, 2009, 9:18:37 PM
Thank you so much :) I'm glad you like it; I was very curious what you would say about it. It's part of your success as well, since Zhy is your character after all :D
:iconbandach:
~Bandach May 22, 2009, 3:40:08 PM
This is an amazing picture.
By far, one of the best I've seen entered into the contest.

I certainly hope that you place or at least get an honorable mention.
:iconmatena:
~matena May 22, 2009, 9:18:25 PM
Thanks :) The positive feedback I've got is already a prize ;)
:iconhorseangel:
*Horseangel Jun 12, 2009, 3:54:05 AM
Ez gyönyörű! :wow: Annyi rajta a néznivaló, hogy azt se tudom hova kapkodjam a fejem!! :omfg:

--
...can't you see it's wrong?
Turn to the light...
//Dream Theater - The Great Debate//
:iconhorseangel:
*Horseangel Jun 12, 2009, 9:27:13 PM
Szívesen! :wow:

--
...can't you see it's wrong?
Turn to the light...
//Dream Theater - The Great Debate//
:iconkaji-onna:
~Kaji-Onna Jul 2, 2009, 4:10:22 PM
The wave of shadow coming from behind the horse is amazing! I love the angle and all the details! The overall idea is is way too awesome. :3

--
Aang: Hey that cloud kinda looks like a fluffy bunny!

Random Village Guy: You better hope that's not a bunny cloud! The bunny cloud forecasts doom and destruction!

Sokka: Do you even hear yourself?
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