I would prefer csc if that's okay with you

Just wanted to update you. I'm still working on getting all of my refs together. Here is the post with what I have in case you want to look at what I've put down so far. Do you have an idea of when you will be starting on my characters (so I know when I need to have it all finished by)?

Hmmm probably some time towards the end of next week. Also, if you could include a small blurb for each character regarding their personalities that would be very helpful. Also, did you want each pair to be in a picture together or are you wanting separate pictures for each?
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I will definitely be including info about their personalities. I'm wanting separate pictures but will be providing you with poses (I hope) that make it so that if I put the pictures next to each other they would seem to go together. I'm attempting to use DesignDoll to make the poses, but since I've never used it before it'll be slow going.

Ok gotcha, not a problem. Take your time, there's really no rush lol
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I think I'm done. Let me know if you need any more info!
general background on the Shining Empire
The Shining Empire was originally a desert empire that was founded by Emperor Aren and Empress Asha. Over time it grew to encompass the entire world. These are a few of my Emperors and Empresses from the Empire. All Empress wear the Heart of the Empire (see the CI for Sapphire Heart of the Empire, also on my forum artwork). All Emperors wear the Imperial ring (Something like this but platinum and blue). The jewel isn't actually a sapphire, but what is known in my world as an Imperial Ruby. It's actually illegal to own an Imperial Ruby unless it has been gifted by the Emperor or passed down directly from someone who received one as a gift. Unlike in most countries, royalty in the Shining Empire tend to marry for love rather than for political gain. Many believe that is why the Shining Empire is so successful.
CWs with Shining Empire lore:
Aren and Asha
Aren and Asha founded the Shining Empire. Together they united small kingdoms and nomadic tribes until the entire continent was one. Aren is very serious most of the time, but he does know how to relax and have fun on occasion. He just doesn't think it's the occasion very often. Asha is also serious, but very motherly.
Here is Emperor Aren. Turns out I'm not stellar at making male HAs so please make him look more masculine than this! He does have a small beard and is very handsome! I used this wig because it's the most man-bun looking. The darker brown parts of his robe should be sapphire blue.
Private Outfit
Pose
Looking head on, into the future, not smiling but perhaps the hint of a smile about his face
Asha's earrings are a sun, moon, and star. That's important!
Private Outfit
If it's not too hard for you to switch colors out, can I see her dress both in this color and in Imperial Blue?
Like Aren, facing head on into the future, hands clasped demurely in front of her.
Luke and Rose
Luke and Rose are just generally very likable, friendly people. They are both smart, but Luke is exceptionally intelligent. They actually somewhat float in time depending on how I feel like their story going. Definitely more modern though. Depending on how I feel at the time, Luke is sometimes not a prince growing up (his great-grandfather was the most recent Emperor he was related to in this case), or a prince, but not expected to become Emperor, but through sons not being born, or deaths, he ends up as Emperor which is a job to which he is very well suited. Rose is strikingly beautiful even with no makeup on, which means her intelligence is not always taken seriously, which she finds annoying. They are both kind of nerdy, but only their friends are particularly aware of that.
Luke
Decent looking, but not super handsome. mid-light Brown hair and eyes.
Luke face
Luke hair but a bit longer on the sides
Outfit-the darker color should be blue instead of black(ish), shoes should be solid colored
Pose: not sure exactly. He's walking over to Rose with small smile on his face. Something like this, but angled the other way and obviously a man!
Rose She often wears her hair in intricate braids (you are welcome to come up with a style rather than using this one if you want). She is absolutely gorgeous. This is all the same person XxX XxX XxX XxX Outfit Not Found Her eyes are pale blue. The white part of the dress and the white arm band should be gold. Instead of a flower, the arm band should be a sun. The dress comes down below her knees before opening. She's posing for her gazillionth picture but still manages a real smile
AJ and Chloe
AJ is absolutely head over heels, crazy in love with Chloe. He's around 5 years older than her and they met when Chloe was 15 or 16. She likes him, but doesn't want to get in a serious relationship that young so they remain "just" friends at first. Only, AJ always does everything she wants and gives her everything she wants. His love/obsession with her would definitely be creepy if she didn't like him too. Some of his friends don't care for Chloe because they think she should be honored that the Shining Emperor wants to be with her and there shouldn't be any hesitation/stringing him along/friendzoning. They do end up together and have a very happy marriage. Sometimes I have them being Luke's parents. AJ is generally friendly when he's in a good mood, but gets annoyed easily when people don't immediately do what he asks (he is Emperor after all). Chloe knows she's special because AJ loves her and it often shows in her actions. She isn't rude or unkind, but she definitely thinks of herself as better than other people. She is a very quiet person and, but for AJ, would probably have led a fairly quiet life. She gets upset pretty easily and often takes things personally that weren't intended as such. They are often set slightly in the future.
AJ, more formally Emperor Anton
Sandy blond hair, light golden brown eyes
face
hair
AJ's outfit but gold tone with buttons and contrast fabric imperial blue
He should basically be in the opposite pose as Chloe, as though they are reaching hands towards each other, with his head turned slightly to his left, but his eyes all the way focused on Chloe (as opposed to hers being focused forwards). And do something with his hand besides putting it on his hip since guys don't really do that. He should look absolutely smitten.

Chloe facial features Private Outfit But the dress should be imperial blue with gold accents Pose Her head is turned slightly to the right, but she is looking forward. She has a somewhat smug smile on her face. Her eyes are a similar color to her skin tone.
other info
I generally prefer more naturally sized eyes. They don't have to be completely natural, but I prefer them not to be huge.
All Empresses should be wearing the Heart of the Empire ring, all Emperors should be wearing the Imperial Ring (mentioned in the general background).
You can add jewelry to the Empresses where it doesn't already exist.
For each pair I want the pictures separate, but so that they could go together if I have them next to each other.

Hmm the links for the poses using the doll net website aren't working for some reason D: Everything else looks fine for now but if something comes up later I'll definitely contact you! I'll also ping you once all the clean sketches are done so I don't bombard you and we can get any changes you want done all at once.
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Ok, I uploaded to imgur and fixed the links above. They should be working now. Not sure why they weren't! They still loaded on my computer fine, but wouldn't on my phone.

Thank you so much! She looks amazing. Now I have to somehow wait till christmas to give it to my friend!
Btw, since she doesn't play subeta, is it alright if I link her to your deviantart when I give it to her?
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Yup, that's totally fine! Thanks for ordering :D [edit] Phew ok! So sorry for the long wait, I have the clean sketches done! Tattoos/skin markings will be added during the coloring process. I'm also aware I didn't draw rings on all the girls but they will be added! I put them side by side so you could see what they will look like together - Click Please let me know if there's anything major I missed/need anything changed! Otherwise your trade is here when you're ready - Trade Lot
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I went ahead and offered.
AJ's face seems a little too...boyish?
Also, Aren and Asha's expressions need to be a bit more serious.
Actually Luke looks too young too, but I'm hoping that'll go away once he is colored.

What are their age ranges? I'm not sure if I saw that in the info you gave but I might have missed it. And I will adjust the expressions for Aren and Asha
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I didn't give a specific age, but they should definitely look...adult. Maybe 25-30?

Aren and Asha look good. AJ still looks really boyish to me.
