Hello, here's my submission!
First of all, I'd like to apologize if some of the art's a bit too untidy. I don't have a drawing tablet, so I had to draw everything with only a mouse :v
As for the pixel art, this is one of the very few I've ever done, so don't expect much either!
The set's called Dreary. Names and descriptions go as follow:
Syv varj Helmet: 'Old helmet of an odd design. Doesn't seem to match the remainder of the armor pieces'
Dreary armor: 'Worn by those who wonder'
Dreary leggings: 'Worn by those who wonder'
I've written some vague lore on it based on the main ideas and themes that inspired most of the concept and sketching process:
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Oh so dreary
"Although rare, you might've gotten a glimpse of them strolling around. For some reason, they seem to be quite fond of these parts... Well, I'd say no wonder. Folk loves them. Wouldn't be surprised if it came to be that they're more welcomed here than even us!"
"I've heard of their deeds. Offering help, killing monsters, rebuilding... Putting themselves at risk while keeping others safe. All for no price. Bit of a pixie tale ain't it?"
"Hah! well, it is hard to say if many other people would be willin' to do that. Especially with that blanket of snow out there. Heard it's been one of the coldest, most all-embracing winters in recent years! Reaching from The Leads all the way to the hills surrounding the Wood Locks!"
"From the angler kid? smug smug"
"You'd be surprised by the things the boy knows even if he's a bum. Smart one, that... But no, we keep records of those things. Go on there and see it yourself."
"No need, I can feel it. Wondering how these dreary-strolling-folk-friends can even be out there in this cold. Don't believe any kind of insulation would keep anyone out there for long, eh? Good willed or not."
"Matter of fact, their armor might not be terrible at all for a little cold. But yes, with the way it's out there... I'd say magic, no doubt."
"You see, there's this thing they carry around on their backs; all encrusted with strange gems and whatnot, wrapped in fabrics, rags, and silk. Quite the odd-looking thing."
"You've seen enough magic artifacts and devices to know how this goes. If I'm irked by it, you surely see something."
"Whatever it is, good for them, and good for all else. You know we need somebody like that out there, in the more isolated places. What they do is appreciated... Even if we know not much about them."
"Aye..."
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Sketches:
The design itself has a few too many small details, so I tried to come up with ways to hide some elements in the pixel art so that the sprite doesn't look too crowded. Seems that the belts, strings and at least some of the spikes might have to be removed to achieve better harmony. That and it probably won't be possible to include the scripture storage included in the design. Also, the head submission is the metal helmet with color-custom hair, not the hood.
Well, that's it then. I had a lot of fun designing these things, so thanks a lot for the opportunity!