Author Archive: ZERO4x
#6 Saxton
This kid possesses amazing intelligence surpassing kids of his age. His peculiar thing is that when others ask their parents for toys, he makes his own; technologically advanced and surpassing anything sold on the market. For his very young age, Saxton has a lot of pressure because of expectations that have been placed on him due to his amazing knowledge, this causes him to sometimes disappearing from his house for some time. Although brilliant, Saxton feels the need to play and live his early stage of childhood seeking those he can understand. He is a bit socially awkward since he does not get out of his “Lab” as much, but discovers a world to explore thanks to a girl named Sophie.
#5 Jeanken Stein
Jean is a sophisticated creature born out of an experiment that was successfully completed. Mixed with part
monkey, part Gorilla, part prime minister, Part Mad Scientist, and Part British Noble Man, Jean is the only
experiment Dr. Leandros has been able to create right.
Jean is ultra-intelligent calculating faster than most computers and coming up with many solutions
to complex problems, sometimes maniacal (part of his nature). Jean can control his instincts most of the time
even when he is annoyed by Leandro’s constant examination and questions. Jean is self-conscious about his
appearance because he realized how hideous he looks, but then he remembers how he is the only creature
smart enough for planet earth. Jean hates bananas, loves go-carts for some reason, loves puzzles, grape juice,
the smell or newsprint in the morning, chamomile Tea, Pipe smoking, Leandro’s library collection, Chemistry
sets, Blue pens, and guacamole among other things. He does not like pancakes, and certain humans like his
creator. Jean has just begun exploring his new life, we will find out how good or evil he will be
#4 Mac (Steel Jaw) Rondal
After many failed fights in the ring, Mac is admitted into the hospital from his most recent disastrous fight that shattered his jaw completely. The doctors said that he would never be able to eat, speak or smile; but a mysterious scientist from a distant land offered to reconstruct his Jaw for a percentage of his winnings in the ring. Now Mac is more determined to win to make a name for him self, but he will soon find out that he got more that he bargained for.
Mac is courageous and lately intimidating because of his new found stamina and strength.
Mac used to be more caring, but now with the muscles going to his head, Mac thinks he can beat anybody,
even his weaker alter ego that he though left at the ring that tragic day.
Mac Loves Bow Ties, Ladies, attention, good Pizza, and the occasional street brawl. used to make
wooden figurines but all his time has been focused into training.
#3 Erik Crowe
Erik is an arrogant man who thinks himself high above mankind. His pompous character drives him to do good deeds only
for fame and glory, not self sacrifice. Erik knows little about respect, he is very rude to those he comes in contact with.
His attitude towards everything is really selfish. His abundant deeds allowed him to make his costume out of pure gold,
showcasing that he is the most important “god” in the galaxy.
Because of his crude behavior and villainous murder towards evil doer’s, Erik finds him self desperate and lonely in the near
future. Erik Loves material possessions, spatially the shinny kind, mostly Gold and Diamonds. He surrounds himself with
servants in a tower constructed by himself in honor to his might and glory. Erik will stop at nothing to acquire what ever
he pleases.
#2 MK – 330
Once a human, little is known of this abomination. His data records indicate that he traveled from the future as a fugitive, injured from several bullet wounds, self administered healing nano-machines hat got corrupted from the time stream causing him to morph into a synthetic life form over time. The accident has changed his character and now he roams the strange land and time he has landed in to redeem what is left of his soul.
330 just began to learn emotions such as compassion and courage.
He definitely has learned to adapt and survive by living on his own
as he had time to rethink about his situation and purpose in
whatever existence he has come to painfully embrace due to his
misfortune, or rebirth.
#1 Nexus
In disguise as an earth kid named Billi Watkins, Nexus is an extraterrestrial that lives 40,000 million notches away.
After falling in love with an earth female and watching her being murdered by government agents that wanted him,
Nexus took the form of a sickly kid, seeking revenge for his loved one. Nexus is determined, compassionate, loves passion fruit,
loves to listen to a lot of electronica and has a volatile personality.
2012 Challenger: Alberto (ZERO) Rodriguez
hello, My name is Alberto (ZERO) Rodriguez. I’m 23 and at the end of this
challenge Ill be 24. I’m hopping that this year’s character challenge pushes
my limits and helps my mind create, improve, and imagine more than last
year.
Last time around I mixed hand drawn sketches and digital art. I’m hopping
to deliver better characters with improved execution and story to captivate
audiences as well as entertain.
I mainly use Adobe Photoshop but I will be mixing it up with Sketchbook Pro
and possibly some sketches.
Glad to be here another year and I hope it to be a great one.
Good Hunting and much drawing!
#12 Princess Katika from the mermaid realm
Katika
Ruthless, evil, and wont stop at nothing to rule the seven seas. Heir of the Mermaid realm, she dreams of taking over the earth
realm crushing her enemies at her tentacles.
#11 Lao Shiung
Lao Shiung
Age: Unknown (does not disclose)
Place of origin: Continent of Kanihc
Eye color: Brown
Lao is a highly temperamental gentleman burning for fighting, looting, and drinking.
Lao hates the empire, which is the only reason why he joined Zohars crew.
#10 Barijas
Barijas Mahtias
Age: 36
Place of origin: Catahlina, Terra De Fuego
Height: 7′ 1″
Weight: Heavy
Eye color: light brown
Barijas is a vagabond that plays music to earn a living, but once a group of guards broke his guitar because they felt like it,
Barijas released his inner rage from the misery he had lived in the past and beat the guards to the pulp. Zohar took interest in
Barijas strength, and since attacking the guards is punishable by death, Zohar offered Barijas to leave port with him. After a few complications and saving Barijas life from the gallows, Barijas joins Zohar’s crew for riches, the high seas, and to beat up imperial
guards.
#9 Colbrah
Age: unknown (never disclosed)
Place of Origin: Latvita
Height: 5′ 9″
Eye color: changes with the seasons
Colbrah is mysterious, but what he lacks in comunication, he shows in skill. He is an explosives expert.
This guy can fight along side Hans and Didrik, that is how he became acquainted when they were
hijacking a mercantile ship. Colbrah has a maniacal attitude when he fights and rude when he talks
to others. He loves to blow stuff up, always a plus when they are people and mermaids. He is partially
deaf because of all the explosions he has made, that is why whenever a mermaid sings he goes up to them
and hands them explosives. He likes being partially deaf because he prefers to be in silence anyways.
He likes cats, steel knifes, fire, gold knifes, cannons, anything that uses gun powder, buried treasure,
silver coins and seafood. He also likes big ships, and Zohar’s crew (although he does not like to admit it).
#8 Larsie
Larsie
Age: 23
Place of Origin: Khuzco Region of Nalidia
Height: 5′ 6″
Eye color: Island green
Can’t be fooled by Larsie, her looks are cunning, just like her personality. She is very good at cunning people
to get what she wants, whether that is riches, supplies, or drinks. Larsie is a sexy lady that likes luxury
and the way she gets it. She sees that Zohar’s crew has a potential to get her what she wants in the world,
even more riches.
#7 Fuku
Fuku
Age: 19
Place of Origin: Port Latiga
Height: 5′ 4″
Eye color: Green
Fuku has does not know who she really is, just who she will become “the most famous pirate girl in all the 10 seas!’
Fuku woke up one morning on the shore of port Latiga, she was a little girl then, must have been 8 or 9. She was
found by a lady peasant who used to be a warrior for the empire. She taught Fuku how to defend her self from the
evil that consumed the port, but after the lady died of a strange illness called “dying phoenix” where you spontaneously
combust in flames, Fuku could only survive by stealing and doing mercenary jobs, although at first she was not taken seriously.
Fuku’s character is playful, but determined. She is girly but dont let that fool you, her strength sneaks up on you if you
under estimate her. She hates mermaids because they gave her “mother figure” the “dying phoenix” illness. She loves shinny coins
so much, she has started her own private collection in a small Island south west of port Latiga. She is fierce, cute, and ready
to make her way into “the queen of the 10 seas”
#6 Darmakhian Golem
Darmakhian Golem
Age: Lives until smashed
Origin: Darmakh region
Eye color: Yellow and red
One of the Golems from Darmakh, This foul creature has been responsible for many casualties in this
Continent. The Darmakhian Golem possesses incredible strength and a vicious appetite for destruction.
Darmakhian Golems are 15 feet tall with a stench of death. They love to pillage and sink ships and
eating pirates (mermaids are a delicacy). They recently invaded the village of Amassia but were driven
off by Zohar, his crew and Didrik.
#5 Muguin Junto
Muguin Junto
Age: 22
Place of Origin: Small Island, does not want to disclose
Height: 5′ 7″
Eye color: brown
Muguin is a great thief, he has been all his life to survive. Muguin encounters the crew when they stop in
the port of Nhiri to resupply. Muguin sneaks into the boat to find something good to steal. Hans is supposed
to guard the boat but he is sleeping so Muguin finds Catherine’s pendant since she has to leave it because
She does not want anyone in this port to know that she is a sage. After searching for the pendant and fighting
through thugs, Catherine and Zohar find Muguin. He gives it back with one condition, to exchange something
of equal value to the crew, so Zohar invites him to join the crew after seeing so much potential in Muguin.
Muguin has had a life of suffering, he was also an orphan, does not like or trust other people but himself, he is rude,
Foul mouth, but has found out that this group of people have a special vibe that he is attracted too besides the
incentive of unlimited treasure and a journey like no other. Muguin’s ability to steal is unlike any other captain Zohar
has ever seen, and Muguin keeps what he gets; there is no sharing what so ever. His head band is the only thing
from his child hood he still owns, symbolizes what he has become; he still wants to know what his purpose is in
this world.
#4 Didrik Kirdin
Didrik Kirdin
Age: 38
Place of Origin: Continent of Osniriah, Darmakh region
Height: 6′ 3″
Weight: Never cared
Eye color: dark green
In the region of Darmakh, there is a village with people of green hair called Amassia, descendants of the
forbidden tribe, a tribe with history of skilled and ruthless assassins transcending time. Didrik is an unmatched
swords man from this tribe, that is until he met Zohar. Didrik is calm and calculates every single one of his
moves, strategy is his strength besides the physical one he possesses. He is kind hearted to those in need and
ruthless to those who deserve punishment.. Didrik has been spotted carrying two barrels full of whine at the same time.
He is the biggest muscle from Zohar’s crew, and crossing swords with him means a low chance for survival.
Didrik has been double crossed in the past by his old first mate and best friend, which made his decision to join Zohar’s crew
difficult, but after Zohar helped the people from the village of Amassia from a golem invasion, Didrik trusted
Zohar’s leadership and skill, since has was the only one who crossed swords with Didrik and lives to tell about it.
#3 Hans
Hans
Age: Around late 30’s
Place of Origin: Island of Mahgaia
Height: 5′ 7′
Eye color: Mud brown
Hans has always been a trouble maker, barely talks about himself, only to captain Zohar he is more open to
because Zohar broke him out of Jail after learning Hans preceding reputation (if that is really his name).
Hans has looted the most prestigious forts, mansions, and market places; making him one of the most wanted
sea dog in the 10 seas. He keeps his shackle in place as allegiance to Zohar and a reminder of his promise
to help Zohar in his quest. Hans is rude to those he does not know, specially new crew members. He takes all
and gives nothing back, ruthless and ambitious always ready for a shakedown. Hans does not like to be disturbed
when he sleeps and likes the fines meals so he has made sure to be the cook of the ship… “he is our cook!”
#2 Catherine Dubar
Catherine Dubar
Age: 26
Place of Origin: Region of Ghamia in the continent of Yhun
Height: 5′ 6″
Weight: 126
Eye color: heavenly blue
Catherine comes from a noble family in Ghamia. Raised as a sorceress, the best in Ghamia, since she was
born she was blessed with the light of Ahrmnahda making the prophecy of this region true, that the
chosen sorceress would be born in golden linen and blessed with the light from above. She grows bored
of constant attention and the noble life, but has an ambition for jewelry making the one hanging from her neck special; symbolizing the mark of the “chosen one”. Catherine prefers quiet and tranquility, specially when she trains. One evening Catherine got lost while ambushing a group of thugs with the high ranking sorceress order of Yhun, she lost balance and fell from a hill rendering her unconscious. When she woke up she was in Captain Zohar’s ship and ever since she pledges allegiance to him and his cause. Both Catherine and Zohar have an attraction, but their ambition for riches makes them forget about feelings.Catherine is a gatherer for the ship, now sailing the world looking for a good fight, and shinny stuff that Catherine can keep.
#1 Captain Zohar
Captain Zohar
Age: last known 234yo
Place of Origin: Aidni
Height: 5′ 8″
Weight: unknown
Eye color: Amber
Zohar’s life started out in the poor village of Tamrhak in  the country of Aidni. At the age of 6, his father was killed by rouge Imperial guards that had turned to piracy. As an orphan, Zohar turned to stealing to survive but before that he was abducted into a Military camp for kids. While escaping the government camp for orphan children, one of the kids that was close to him was killed for stealing food by one of the imperial guards, and before he could get away while trying to help his dying friend, the guard that killed his friend gave him a scar on his right eye because he could not be caught. At the age of 16 he became a pirate  in hopes to avenge his family’s death. Now he Sails the 10 seas in search of riches, fame, and vengeance. It is rumored that he found the grail of Gaganvihari, granting him eternal life and strength. Zohar Prefers to be alone, the years he has endured from living so long has hardened his emotions, but he always is looking for that loyal crew that will help him find what he is looking for. He does not get attached to his crew, although he has made an exception to his current one and his second in command, Catherine. Captain Zohar wears a leather trench coat, the belt of Jaldev (god of water), Black leather pants, the sword of Aaditya acquired in the tower of the sun, red boots, white gloves, and a fancy shirt that he stole from a noble man.
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