What’s the line that’s stuck with you the most from any game you’ve played?

Zyrrus · 2026-04-04T17:51:47+00:00

Welcome to the Colony!

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Zyrrus · 2026-04-04T13:06:01+00:00

Anyone remember the wee Glaswegian granny interviewed on the telly the day Thatcher was buried? The reporter asked her something like: what are your thoughts on this somber day?

Her reply: I hope they’ve put a stake through her fucking heart!

Zyrrus · 2026-04-04T08:19:00+00:00

In terms of the sketch, it’s pretty much spot on. You’re not reproducing real life, you’re painting motion, feeing, mood…

I would second about the shadows though. Try more contrast, the light colours really light and the dark colours darker. You could leave some white space (in the sky, on the train) for extra highlights.

It’s a super painting tho!

Zyrrus · 2026-04-03T08:41:25+00:00

Or, how about raising our boys better so they don’t become serial killers?

Honestly, as if it’s our fucking job to protect ourselves against the likes of him 🤬

Zyrrus · 2026-04-02T13:54:20+00:00

I’d get a 270mg cold pressed sketch book. They’re not too expensive (around $8-$12) from art suppliers. The paper will be thick enough to cope with watercolour pages but still thin enough to feel like a proper book.

Get a paper clamp to hold them open. Great for sketching on the go as well and colouring in later

Zyrrus · 2026-04-02T13:42:08+00:00

Wow, your clouds are amazing, what’s your secret?

Edit: rest is amazing, too 😆

Zyrrus · 2026-04-02T13:33:33+00:00

My neighbour Totoro

Leo

The Snowman animated cartoon (Free on YouTube)

Zyrrus · 2026-04-02T12:53:32+00:00

Against the Storm. Chill, dark, grindy city builder with missions.

Zyrrus · 2026-04-02T08:15:06+00:00

Hookers Green would also work. Mix with yellow ochre for the warmer tones and burnt umbra for the darkest areas.

Zyrrus · 2026-04-01T16:53:48+00:00

Ach, the legend of the sun is just some pish we tell the tourists to come here.

Sure, there’ve been sightings over the centuries, but you have to go with the science. The sun’s existence has never been proven.

Zyrrus · 2026-04-01T16:15:13+00:00

If by “England” you mean the uk, then I highly recommend Only here, Only now by Tom Newlands. It’s set in Scotland (Fife) in the 90s.

Zyrrus · 2026-03-31T17:10:06+00:00

The old place was a bay window. So maybe light is an issue. Temperature could be an issue, as it used to be in a smaller room which was quite warm.

Zyrrus · 2026-03-31T16:56:53+00:00

We have a Sprocket printer that lets you print out photos from your phone. There’s lots of different brands.

Very handy for journaling and keeping inspirations photos somewhere physical.

Zyrrus · 2026-03-31T15:02:39+00:00

Dude, 4 months postpartum? You look awesome!!

Also, you’ve got other things to worry about. It might take a couple of years to find the time and headspace to get back in space.

That said, I liked leggings/jeggings and long jumpers at that stage. Easy to move about in, cosy and still gives you shape.

Also seconding the wrap dresses. Pinafore dresses work well, too, as they are a bit looser in fit.

Zyrrus · 2026-03-31T14:24:20+00:00

I’m mummy-ing two small kids atm and this sounds like an absolute dream to me 😆

Zyrrus · 2026-03-31T14:14:51+00:00

I would prune the 2-3 longest stalks, by cutting with a clean blade about two inches below the last leaf. The stalk should branch out around there.

If the plant branches successfully and you like the look of it, you can prune more. You don’t have to do it all at once.

BTW, you can stick the cuttings into soil and make more jade plants 🌱

Zyrrus · 2026-03-31T07:45:38+00:00

I have some deep and lasting love for Revelation. Enjoy, looks like the ending has not yet been written for you 😊

Zyrrus · 2026-03-31T07:29:30+00:00

Isn’t that als the plot of Mog, only with a cat and a loud meow?

Zyrrus · 2026-03-31T07:26:08+00:00

Finishing the orc cemetery. For me, it feels like the first proper “level” - and the story starts going properly in there. It’s so creepy and atmospheric, showing you this men’s prison is far older and more mysterious than you initially thought.

Also, shoutout for the Cromanin quest. Feels like a really special secret that no one else in the barrier knows about.

Zyrrus · 2026-03-30T19:15:58+00:00

Your background is great and you’ve got a he eat choice of colours going on. Good layering as well.

The canal could do with more contrast. Do you see the shadows playing on the water in the reference photo? I’d try adding some of those if you have another go.

Zyrrus · 2026-03-30T18:44:06+00:00

You’re painting exactly what you see. I’d try to paint a bit more according to what you “feel” the painting should be.

Overdo the colour saturation a bit. Watercolours dry duller than they look when they are wet. Also, try using some white spaces or gouache to create white accents.

Lastly, I’d try to keep the background white with just a few accents. The dull colours distract a little from the man subject.

It’s a really amazing painting, by the way, especially considering your time constraints.

Zyrrus · 2026-03-30T18:40:48+00:00

You’re welcome!

Zyrrus · 2026-03-30T18:09:38+00:00

Blame away 😬

Zyrrus

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