#antithra

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Even the busiest of adventurers should take the time to unwind! Pet a snail!

Another marvelous sketch from @hellagator!!

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Character introduction time!!

First off is Frumptile. He is a kobold blade-for-hire born and raised in the deserts of Qarab. His weapon of choice is his trusty crossbow: Shortstack! He's on a quest to free himself from the grisly grip of the fate that claimed his ancestors.

He's small, even for a kobold, but has enough venom on his tongue (literally and figuratively) to kill a dragon. He likes warm winds, easy pay, sweet treats, and men two and a half times his size.

Thanks to the caustic blood flowing in his veins, he is immune to most forms of poison all while packing his own mordant punch. He's never not armed to the teeth thanks to his highly venomous bite.

Once he frees himself of the toxic timebomb ticking in his noggin, he wants to kill a corrupt authority or two and slip away with the spoils to a small home on the coast of Qarab where he'll live out his days caring for his cacti.

There is much much more in store for this little guy, trust me! Stay tuned!

Art by @hellagator

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The first of many bestiary entries to come for the fauna of Antithra!!

Todays subject is the Herx Beetle, the most common beast of burden for cart hauling and trade!

Enjoy!

Art by @hellagator !!

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An older piece, but relevant nonetheless!

Frumpy isn't all smiles, snails, and kisses. No, not by a long shot. He does what he does for a couple of reasons. Money, sure. But also the thrill of the kill.

I should probably write this down by the way, the pink stuff is venom! Think of his venom as operating similarly to that of a real world komodo dragon, coming from the base of his teeth and being suspended in saliva. It's always being produced in relatively large quantities because of the immense excess his body is trying to regulate, but secretion is kicked into overdrive in moments like this one where the adrenaline is pumping.

Symptoms of envenomation by this kobold include anticoagulation, fever, delirium, whispers of a sinister presence beyond the veil, an excessively sweet taste on the palate, and death.

Art by @hellagator

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Oh yeah, did I mention these bitches gay as hell and their love story is going to be a driving force in this series? ;3

I'll be posting an introduction and first chapter soon!

Art by @hellagator !!

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Next up: Angus O'Tarbh! (Oh Tar-v)

Angus is a whole lot of highland bull born into his family's thriving smuggling caravan operation. He bears the mantle of his family name with pride, even if he's taking a break from their business to do a bit of soul-searching. Armed with the family hammer, Cragmaul, he's not afraid to cave in the chest of anyone who gets in the way of him or his loved ones.

Angus is a favorite of mine, a behemoth of a bull with an equal excess of charm and muscle! He's a gentle giant who is NOT afraid to get his hands dirty. He likes whittling, long naps, and hearty meals coupled with plenty of drink.

He's been in the game protecting his family's operation since he was old enough to raise a weapon and is the first to stand in the way of any threat that dares rear its head at those he holds dear. As such, he packs a hefty punch and is more than willing to take a hit or two if you've got his back. He's resilient, good-natured, and loyal to the ends of the earth.

Once he sees the sights and finds what he feels he's missing, he'll return to the life he's always known and proudly take up the mantle of his father and forebears.

Or at least, that's the plan…

(This is immensely self indulgent, but whenever he speaks imagine him with a wonderfully deep bass-y voice and a medium Scottish accent :3 ) ((He has a laugh that shakes buildings lmfao))

Art by @hellagator !!

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Uh-oh, looks like they must've gotten turned around somewhere along the way to their destination. Good thing it looks like Frumpy spotted something in distance! Hopefully they make it before nightfall. Who knows what lurks in these forests when the sun sets and the mists roll in?

A breathtaking piece by @hellagator!!