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So, Beata doesn't join the hunters' guild; instead, she takes ordinary paints, gives Gion a sly look, and, without much thought, creates her masterpiece.
Dragon Slayer
“Here! Let’s say, inspired by the battle with that terrifying dragon!” she proudly presents the canvas.
“😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅” Gion shrinks into the background.
“Don’t look at me like that. You delivered the decisive blow!”
“😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 😅 Do you even realize that I won’t be able to vote now?!”
“It’s not a big deal; you’re a stickler and a perfectionist; you’ll find something to nitpick. I believe in your objectivity.”
“😅 😅 😅 😅 😅”
“And besides, it was high time I did this. That sketch in a dancer’s costume is hot, but you can’t exactly put it on public display.”
“😅 😅 😅”
He nods to everyone, assesses the situation... Well, there's no chance of competing with real artists here, but with such a buzz, you can try something. Coloring the canvas is, of course, a bit more difficult than usual for a redhead, but it requires the same fine motor skills, so as an exception, let him... The paints mix in a somewhat unusual way, but the idea for the painting isn't particularly complex, so it smoothed out. The main thing is to convey the mood... And, perhaps thanks to the magic of the holiday, but let's assume it turned out well.
- Well, if that's the case. It seems that something like this is perfectly feasible,” she glanced at the diagram. “Surely the islands aren’t as densely populated as here, are they?”
- Okay, if that's the case. So, something like this is actually quite real, - she looked at the diagram. - Surely the islands aren't as densely populated as here, right?
- It depends on the location. We have a relatively small population compared to the settlements of our neighbors, especially in the human countries. In Ikaruga, for example, there are as many people as in Margel. There are other similarities with that country. For example, do you see Aomori? It's the land of the tengu - just like the angels from Helm, they have wings on their backs, only they're not white, but black. We've been at war with them for centuries. It is believed that in the past, the entire island was within the borders of Aomori, but our ancestors came from Hoshiguma and over the years took half of it from them.
- I was just about to ask. The division seems quite clear, as if there's some impenetrable artificial or political barrier. What's the reason for all this? Is it simply a desire for conquest, or is there some bookish, tragic reason that goes back centuries?
- I was just about to ask. The division is quite clear, as if there's some impenetrable artificial or political barrier. What's the reason for all this? Is it simply a desire for conquest, or is there some bookish, tragic reason that goes back centuries?
- According to the prevailing opinion in our homeland, the main reason was to protect our people in the long term from the encroachments of external opponents. That is, the more land and resources you have, the easier it is to defend yourself from them. In the past, they treated us very hostilely, so the path of diplomacy and coexistence was not possible. Mikoto Hoshigumi, our ruler, however, does not share this view, arguing that the struggle for dominance is a natural thing for our world, which is fundamental not only in human society and the animal world, but even in more масштабные concepts: for example, the seas try to engulf the land, and sands engulf fertile soil. This struggle can also be seen in the world of microorganisms or in the confrontation of ideas. The borders are the result of a recent, temporary truce. Both sides decided to stop and assess the degree of threat posed by the Momijigari Shogunate. Never before in the past have the people of the islands organized themselves into such a large, well-organized, and warlike state.
"Are some of these contestants actually drawing for the first time? The contest rules suggest so, but it's hard to believe!"
Giving scores:
Note: Sorry for the high scores, but I'm just too impressed with the contest.
Road to Tomorrow 10
Many wouldn't find the combination of machines and nature to be calming, but this painting is a wonderful refutation of that view. Very beautiful, bright, and pleasant. Excellent perspective.
IPB 9
A daring lady. I don't understand why she has a target on her stomach, but we'll reward the bold image with a mischievous wink.
Inexperience 10
This interior is simply amazing; I really like this abandoned house turned into an earth dwelling, the focus on the flower, and the books in the background (and how they've been preserved!), and the cat that decided to bask in the sun... Subjectively, the best.
Jigokuraku 10
Battle, flames, and blood... To be fair, it usually doesn't look this beautiful, but sometimes there are moments like this? Especially in the moment of greatest triumph after the most difficult, hopeless seconds of the battlefield, it can really be painted in bright colors.
Lady from the Portrait 10
Very, very mysterious; this happens in painting when a portrait tries to make the viewer contemplate with its overall mood and just a couple of small details (crows with feathers, torn curtains). It seems that if the portrait were slightly different, one might not suspect anything amiss, but in reality, we are shown a ghost, not a lady.
Rinze Reim 9
Costus Kepler is as good as ever; this close-up perspective looks pleasant and warm.
Beginning 10
Unusual bell-shaped stone air ducts at the mysterious structure, and a cat in the background... If this starry sky and this landscape are just the beginning, what adventure awaits us after we walk up these steps of masonry, inside or out? Where exactly will the most interesting thing await us?
Quiet Place 10
I'm seeing oriental painting in Margel for the first time, and in general, my acquaintance with the genre is very limited, but it was all the more interesting to examine these neat, as if separate letters, strokes, and brushstrokes. The shadows are not very pronounced; the painting captivates with its contrast; it's as if from a fantastic fairy tale, but not the kind we're used to, but one with a completely different view of the world. The title is justified; there is peace. I want to feed the ducks...
Map of Islands 10
An unusual view of painting; at first glance, it's geography? But still, this is a hand-drawn map, and it seems to be very accurate (as someone who has already transferred all these islands to a globe with a dimensional grid can see). Despite the seemingly simple drawing, this work is actually painstaking, and in addition, it provides useful knowledge.
Ayano-sama in Hoshigume 10
Four seasons and one person, and even the symbolic detail of which season is being lived through right now is observed... It seems as if the Princess in the painting on December 1st will get up from her place and go to the fourth window...
State 10
I don't share this view; from my point of view, the state crushes people with its feet down... Just kidding. Although there is some truth in every joke: the author probably wanted to say that people cannot think because of repression, but I think this is too harsh, but the fact that people become immobile in civilization, cannot leave their familiar nests, is a pure truth; their legs really give out.
Dragon Slayer 10
It looked something like this, although one of the swords was more elegant compared to the one depicted... Seriously, the triumph of the painting is captivating, and the memory is vivid and strong. "If the one depicted here wasn't Guyon, but a dragon, I would probably have to give it an 11," he thinks to himself.
In a parallel timeline, after everyone has spoken and given their opinions, Erephir approaches the princess once more with her entourage.
-- Forgive me for disturbing you. Your Highness, Lady Aiyano, Lady Reim, Lady Cleona – Amamius Okikot, from the technology exhibition, sends his request through me to supplement the reviews from that event with ratings, for statistical purposes. If you would like to do so and it is convenient for you, I will pass it on to him.
There was a temptation to praise the four artists for their work, but Phyr wasn't sure if they had all already left ratings for the artwork, in case it had some kind of influence? Better to refrain, she can still show her thumbs up at the summary.
The Road to Tomorrow (Tenok Ferlutsy) - 9. I really like the work with colors and the slightly deliberately careless brush style - it's clear that it was drawn with feeling.
IPB (Heinos Gnilomud) - 8. Well drawn, but the meaning escapes me, and maybe that's for the best. It's a shame that the background is a bit empty.
Inexperience (Kanchan Kidzham) - 10. Everything has already been said, a very visually pleasing scene.
Jigokuraku (Sima Yun) - 10. I hope I never find her in such a situation, and that it's just pure fiction. Either way, the detail and lighting are impressive. As always, excellent.
Lady from the Portrait (Revana es Diesra Arual) - 10. Even if she isn't actually alive, she looks like it. Special respect for the decent outfit and interesting composition.
Rinze Reim (Kostus Kepler) - 7. A pleasant woman, but I would like a little more detail and some kind of background.
The Beginning (Eogan Lamark) - 10. Perhaps this depicts something universally astrological, or maybe it's a look at events from five thousand years ago, or some other event from our deep history. But I would never have thought that it is technically possible to depict something like this with color and light using painting.
Map of the Islands (Ahuli) - 10. Let this be favoritism, but I understand the personal context invested in it and I am very grateful for that. In addition, in the context of our "event," it is avant-garde in its own way and impressive even from a technical point of view.
Aiyano-sama in Hoshigume (Ahuri) - 10. It turns out that there are four seasons there too, and I had no doubt. Very beautiful symbolism and colors, and an accurate hit in the right quadrant, although it's a little awkward to look at.
The State (Kleona Krim) - 9. This is very, very funny. Perhaps this is exactly how training takes place for our pillars.
Dragon Slayer (Beata Lakse) - 10. A pleasant young man, excellent detail and palette. It slightly overloads the visual receptors, but in this case, it's a plus.
The End of the World (Erefir Linel Darvening) - 9. At first glance, it doesn't look as good against the background of more vivid works, but upon closer inspection, you notice the finest work with the relief and lighting, which is very impressive.
- They may not be particularly interesting, but if I am not forced to artificially spread them out, then I will not do it, - she explains to someone unclear (presumably the person to whom she is handing them over). Author
- According to a common opinion in our homeland, the main reason was to protect our people in the long term from the encroachments of external opponents. That is, the more land and resources you have, the easier it is to defend yourself from them. In human countries, they used to treat them very hostilely, so the path of diplomacy and coexistence was not possible. Mikoto Hoshigume is our ruler, however, she does not share this point of view, arguing that the struggle for dominance is a natural thing for our world, which is fundamental not only in human society and the animal world, but even in more масштабных concepts: for example, the seas try to engulf the land, the sands fertile soil. Such a struggle can also be seen in the world of microorganisms or in the confrontation of ideas. Borders are the result of a recent temporary truce. Both sides decided to stop and assess the degree of threat posed by the Shogunate of Momijigari. Never before have the people of the islands organized themselves into such a large, well-organized, and warlike state.
- It's good that you finally stopped, but still, I wouldn't want the eternal story of the confrontation of such peoples to be repeated here on the islands... There is more than enough of all this in other places. Author
- Excuse me for bothering you. Your Highness Aiyano, Lady Reim, Lady Kleona - Amamius Okikot, from the technology exhibition, sends through me a request to supplement the reviews from that event with ratings, for statistics. If you want to do so and it is convenient for you, I will pass it on to him.
- Ah, Erefir-dono. Strange, I thought I gave a numerical characteristic to the exhibits, didn't I? - she tilts her head, trying to remember. - And why does he need this information, because a rating was not required? Did he suddenly change the regulations?
- Ah, Lord Erephir. That's strange, I thought I had provided numerical characteristics for the exhibits, didn't I?... - He tilts his head, trying to remember. - And what information did he need, since an assessment wasn't required? Did he suddenly change the regulations?
-- I only looked at the names; if the assessments already exist, I can only thank you for your foresight.
(But they don't)
-- As it is, some participants have provided them; apparently, the organizer wanted to compare the numbers, and there's no particular depth or obligation involved.
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