Colonel Mejshrafir; First Vortigaunt Assault Battalion

Ben_Wolfe-legacy · July 20, 2009, 8:35pm

Mej-shra-feer; to help you pronounce it.

Ignore that other thread, this is a real post, not some crap post filler.

An addition to my Vortigaunt pictures. I am hoping to go far more tribal with the group (tattoos, makeshift weaponry, etc.)

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Mejshrafir is a well known Vortigaunt strategist. His reputation was gained during his occupation in Thoopnik territory. As controversial as his methods have become among the Vortigaunt shamans, the Nihilanth has deemed his efforts “necessary for conquest of lesser Xen life-forms.” He is both feared and respected by his battalion and is seen as one of the most influential leaders in Vortigaunt military and politics. Born of Shi’lutoi, head Shaman in Northern Xen, Mejshrafir adopted secularism claiming “The Vortessence blinds us from what must be done.” This had caused an uproar within Northern Xen space, which ultimately led to Mejshrafir’s temporary exile. When he returned to Northern Xen he signed up in the Nihilanth’s military force and quickly rose through the ranks.

Back- Kromir Leeches: The Kromir leech is a creature native to southern parts of Xen space. Normally the leeches are vicious and carnivorous. When the Vortigaunts first discovered this species, they hunted them as a food source rich with vitamins and minerals. The Vortigaunts soon realized that in death, the outer skin of the Kromir becomes hard and armor-like. The Vortigaunts used this unique ability of the Kromir to make armors and on some occasions weapons.

Shoulders- Thoopnik skulls: The Thoopnik were a semi-sentient tribal race also native to southern parts of Xen space. The Thoopnik, standing about three feet tall, were a dominant race for a long period of time. It was not until the Nihilanth’s invasion that their dominance was challenged. Although small, the Thoopnik were skilled guerrilla fighters and were fighting on familiar ground. Despite their greatest efforts the Vortigaunts succeeded in overwhelming them and soon hunted them to extinction. The Vortigaunts collected the Thoopnik bodies for uses in their lifestyle. Their bones had been used as a light armor, weaponry and tools, Useful meat was saved for rations and their organs used for cooking utensils. The Thoopnik’s unique fat was used as an adhesive for Vortigaunt structures and tools. No part went unused as a form of respect, on the Vortigaunts part, to the Thoopnik.

ChestyMcGee-legacy · July 20, 2009, 9:03pm

This is fucking awesome. I love it.

Ben_Wolfe-legacy · July 20, 2009, 9:09pm

I think that’s a first from you.

ChestyMcGee-legacy · July 20, 2009, 9:10pm

On second thoughts the picture is too bright and washed out. I absolutely despise this piece of work.

… nah. I Still love it.

<3

wystan-legacy · July 20, 2009, 10:22pm

I was planning to do some cool Vortigaunt pose, since nobody else seems to pose them, but then you swoop in with this creative idea with plenty of room to do more, and discourage me. But this idea is better than mine, I really hope you continue this idea.

Fire_Kracker-legacy · July 20, 2009, 10:52pm

VORTIGAUNTS ARE COOL BRO

yOU SHOULD DO MORE OF THESE

SatansSin-legacy · July 20, 2009, 10:59pm

tattoos:

draw the half life symbol somewhere on them

Ben_Wolfe-legacy · July 20, 2009, 11:00pm

I’d hate to start a fad, but then again, I’d like to see someone elses ideas too.

Sorry to have discouraged you, too. D:

:smug:

I was thinking more tribal-like, but I could hide it someplace.

hamberglar-legacy · July 20, 2009, 11:30pm

That’s some kickin’ rad storytellin’ you got there.

Ben_Wolfe-legacy · July 20, 2009, 11:32pm

I have a writing talent.

:downs:

RobSaintanan-legacy · July 21, 2009, 2:57am

Name sounds almost Arabic… Cool.

Though the picture lack action or anything that could really be eye catching, it has a good read to go with it. So good work.

Also, bump. You’re welcome.

ssa_gib_A-legacy · July 21, 2009, 4:17am

Hot damn. That is a delicious storyline you got going on there.

Amez-legacy · July 21, 2009, 4:35am

Incredibly epic work, and the storyline is a plus.

Dubeard-legacy · July 21, 2009, 4:45am

Perfect. awesome serious face

Ben_Wolfe-legacy · July 21, 2009, 5:54pm

Oh my, not a single reply after thirteen hours

D:

amin-legacy · July 21, 2009, 6:00pm

Yep dude nice work and nice use of half life story-line !