Nightshade Woodborn - The Crowns Ranger... by Rhanagaz

DAZ|Studio • Fantasy • posted on Jan 22, 2012

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Chapter 8. Nighshade stepped out into the dark from Draco's house after Iphis and Darkhawk escaped through the tunnel in the cellar. Jago disappeared like a shadow among other shadows. It's closing in now...the time had come. The night in a city is far more dangerous than out in the woodlands...the predators here were far more skilled and vicious. But in the shadowy nights Nightshade was far more comfortable, for trained by elven rangers from his youth he knew how to use and listen to his senses...No human could outdo him admist the darks and the shadows. All the sounds from the town and houses reached him and told that even a city at night was alive...from the nighthunting bats, the young cat jumping up on rumbling barrel...He did not need to see...for the human sight at night could be treacherous.. A crying child some streets away..a mother singing...the old song*... Con bayni suna ema bordi abayni koni bani-e sali zehi mani te no leto.. Kayni wona tu pomeri sani edilo-e soltemi grada polimo anya eno leto... Those who seek light in darkness find home .. watches while you sleep safely my child fear not what you may meet on your way morning light breaks, shortly and shine for you... A lot of thoughts flew through Nightshades mind. Goodbye, old friend*2...sorry if I sometimes mistrusted you...You talked of a day like this.. you will be revenged...I found your message..it won't be easy 'cause the enimies are many..Only one thing counts now - to get the heiress on the throne as quick as possible...and I need to meet Pentwahir(*3) very soon... The sound of a hunting city owl reached his ears and mind. Woh...oh...oh!... And shortly after another owl with a softer voice joined in and repeated the sound.. It's time to gathering..Nightshade answered the two owls and waited... (to be continued) * An old and well know lullaby, in grey elven language and a sort of antheme for the nothern peoples like Nightshade and elves. *2 He means Draco of course (se earlier chapters/images) *3 Pentwahir was Iphis' teacher and is Nightshade's good friend - and one of the greatest wizards of the world. This was a hard and tricky one to get done. Especially the light where I tried to show the contrast between light and dark - the daily life and the darker unknown. The most important was however to portray Nightshade, The Crowns Ranger one of the main charachters in this story. I think I got what I wanted here. The protector against the dark forces, an experienced man in his forties but still at his prime... And again - thank you for your comments! Do I need to say ZOOOMMM!!!?? JohnnyC / Rhanagaz

Comments (62)

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capelito

3:24AM | Mon, 23 January 2012

Great character, wonderful image.

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nefertiabet

5:06AM | Mon, 23 January 2012

Excellent character and story!!!

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mininessie

6:17AM | Mon, 23 January 2012

a great character!

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jendellas

8:21AM | Mon, 23 January 2012

Superb character & story!!

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MagikUnicorn

10:07AM | Mon, 23 January 2012

EXCELLENT WORK

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mariogiannecchini

10:39AM | Mon, 23 January 2012

Fantastic character work! Great scene !

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lieselotte2000

4:42PM | Mon, 23 January 2012

Great scene with that frightening view.

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Sylvia

7:30PM | Mon, 23 January 2012

He is ~Gorgeous~ So Creative... OUTSTANDING!!!

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jif3d

11:27PM | Mon, 23 January 2012

Quite the man about town...in a shady roguish way ! Well done & ~Cheers~

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UteBigSmile

2:32AM | Tue, 24 January 2012

What a beautiful scene you created here!

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artistheat

5:19AM | Tue, 24 January 2012

Fantastic Image and Story,Excellent Work

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blondeblurr

10:08PM | Tue, 24 January 2012

Fine character - well done Johnny, BB

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danapommet

11:34PM | Tue, 24 January 2012

A nice strong image Johnny and an excellent chapter too!

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JaneEden

4:52AM | Wed, 25 January 2012

Superb work and story, love it. hugs Jane xx

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elleque

7:42AM | Wed, 25 January 2012

Cool character! Excellent scene!

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velleman

8:56AM | Wed, 25 January 2012

Terrific picture - great expression, atmospheric entourage, precise POV and perspective!

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Flint_Hawk Online Now!

11:05AM | Wed, 25 January 2012

Fantastic!

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Hendesse

11:34AM | Wed, 25 January 2012

Fantastic pose, expreession and light. Excellent portrait!

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emmecielle

3:47PM | Wed, 25 January 2012

Splendid character and details! Great lighting! :)

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JuliSonne

9:05AM | Thu, 26 January 2012

What a man! And if he's not fighting against evil, he goes to the pub and vibrates the cup! Cool Middle Ages story with class pic!

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jmb007

9:12AM | Thu, 26 January 2012

beau travail!!

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kbrog

3:47PM | Thu, 26 January 2012

Excellent work on this scene and story! :)

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jeroni

5:36PM | Thu, 26 January 2012

beautiful, love the colors and lighting excellent work

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Foink

6:28PM | Thu, 26 January 2012

Very regal character...excellent work Johnny!!!

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Diemamker

10:47AM | Sun, 29 January 2012

WoW! great shot of this character, he looks so real, practically a photo...keep-um coming..

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mickeyrony

10:23AM | Mon, 30 January 2012

It seems ready for action. It's a great job. Congratulations and many thanks again for sharing your efforts ((5 + +)) Il semble prêt à l'action .C'est un travail génial . Bravo encore et mille mercis de partager tes efforts ((5++))

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Crudelitas

2:19PM | Mon, 30 January 2012

Really wonderful story. The character looks really great. Love the cute cat in the Background. Very nice done, my friend!

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HADCANCER

7:29PM | Mon, 30 January 2012

I am so behind. I came because your a Fav. I enjoyed you art. I am leaving you this comment to let you know I saw your creation and appreciate you sharing it with me.

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