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Concept art of Medusa's default sprite from Extra Credits with Athena.

Medusa takes precautions to avoid other people. Having snakes for hair isn't enough to scare most people away, she also needs a studded choker, a studded belt, a chain-link necklace adorned with spikes, and a small snake pendant too.

We settled on outfit number 4 as Medusa's default look, after experimenting with a wide variety of sleeve patterns and whether not to make them looser or more form-fitting.

We went for the tighter sleeves, as they created a stronger silhouette and made for a better contrast with Athena's own flowing robes.

Art by @stealingpotatoes

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Concept art of Athena's first outfits from Extra Credits with Athena.

The greatest student in the history of Olympus University (Zeus' words, not ours), Athena's initial design was built around the idea of Classical Warmth.

Unlike many of her fellow students, Athena retains her traditional robes and iconic helmet, but we wanted the colours and softer features to reflect the kind, compassionate and intelligent person she really is.

The goal was to create a warm, freckled redhead whom Medusa could gradually learn to trust, confide in and feel safe around - a stark contrast to the loneliness that has defined much of Medusa's life.

Which is your favourite?

Art by @stealingpotatoes

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Initial concept art of Medusa's outfits from Extra Credits with Athena.

The perennial troublemaker of Olympus University, Medusa's early outfits were designed around the idea of Keep Your Distance.

After years of bad experiences with her fellow students, she struggles to trust others. We wanted to reflect that through combat boots, studs, spikes and fishnet sleeves - a look that says, don't get too close.

Late '90s and early 2000s snarky heroines from film and TV were another major inspiration for her design, alongside pop punk, nu-metal and alternative rock fashion.

She only begins to let her guard down after she's partnered with a certain red-haired Goddess of Wisdom for her final degree project.

Which is your favorite?

Art by @stealingpotatoes

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The very first concept art of Athena and Medusa from Extra Credits with Athena - a Ren'py VN adaption of Kimia Kore's sapphic novel of the same name.

Currently in development by Kawada Studios.

Art by @stealingpotatoes