Hey all! It's been quite some time since i did a piece like this, but since i saw the Detective Pikachu movie and its concept art, I've wanted to finally get a piece done that really brings Pokemon into the real world again. And along with that, i'm incredibly excited for Sword and Shield, especially this gigantic emo birb! I had a hard time completing this as frankly, my job just doesn't allow for much painting time at all, and when it does, its usually more graphic design based, or just not in the area that allows me to practice. I've been on a real downer because of it so i'm very happy i finally got it done. Hopefully i can do a few more Galar Pokemon soon too.
Photobashing backgrounds was also an amazingly good way to help add an overall feel to the beastie and the world it may live in too, and it allows me a lot more freedom in time, along with guiding me on lighting too.
Plus, those god damn zigzagoons are so much fun to draw <3 I've got two versions of this piece, the clean one above and there's a pokedex-style one the below text integrated into the picture. I'll be offering both as prints if people like the picture enough, but for now, the link to the other one is here -
Corviknight - Pokedex Entry
For now, here is the text!
Corviknight (Corvus Eques)
A regal and powerful Pokémon, Corviknight are known throughout the Galar region for their large size, proud personalities and power in battle. Hailing primarily from ore-rich mountainous regions, the flying/steel type bird is a hardy and intimidating foe, capable of raking through defences and rebuffing all but the strongest physical attacks.
It’s armour (present on the head, chest, legs and talons) is actually a form or highly dense scale, that grow and regrow over time due in part to the creature’s diets. By ingesting small amounts of metal after they feed (common in their natural habitat), their highly potent digestive abilities are able to replenish damage done to their outer panels and plates. Large scars and battle wounds can be seen on older and more aggressive specimens and are seen as badges of honour within their social groups.
Despite the Pokémon’s daunting appearance, and being nearly 7ft tall when standing, it is a surprisingly sociable and gentle creature, capable of great attachment to human trainers and other Pokémon. In the Galar Region specifically, they are used as taxi services for those that cannot utilise flying Pokémon themselves, able to carry many times their own weight and being unfailingly dutiful.
It has been discovered recently that these Pokémon are one of the few to be able to survive the process known as ‘Gigantamaxing’ without any permanent damage. In sporting events such as gym battles and league matches, this transformation causes exponential growth when coupled with Trainer items (though sometimes, albeit rarely, occurring in the wild) along with physical changes not too dissimilar from Mega Evolution.
Corviknight are fast becoming well known outside of their home region, and their high level of intelligence and fearsome battling abilities make them perfect travelling partners for trainers. However, it should be noted that they are becoming increasingly uncommon in the wild, due to over-catching and export to other regions. Whilst they are not yet threatened, the Galarian government has taken steps to make sure these beautiful creatures do not disappear from their region altogether.
Zigzagoon (Procyon Obliquum)
The Galar Region is home to what is considered to be the ‘original’ branch of the Zigzagoon family.
The Galarian Variant of the species is a far more mischievous and destructive Pokémon, loving nothing more than gnawing and tearing at signs, displays, knocking over rubbish bins and harassing passers-by. It appears to love conflict, making a natural enemy to the more playful Yamper, who sees its attempts to goad it into a fight as attempts to play.
Happy May the 4th! Here's another t shirt design I've done with Hard Times Clothing, Luke vs the Rancor!
This one was a lot of fun to do as i'm a massive star wars nut (i know, hard to believe right?)and HTC have been cool enough to give a discount when you Use the code MAY4TH to get 10% off!
you can preorder the beastie here:https://hardtimesclothing.co.uk/products/a-terror-beneath
Send me a PlayStation™Network Friend request! Hi all! I got a ps4 so if anyone fancies adding me, use the link above (i think) or just add my username catandcrown :D
I had the best time at con, my new lens is incredible and it made photography so epic this year. Above are some of the many photos i took, but if you are interested to see them all (and the cosplayers that made it all possible) you can find them on my facebook page.
any likes would be appreciated, but if you want to see all the pictures in high resolution, you can check the flickr albums below.
