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 This idea has been running through my head for a few days. The more I looked at Krana faced Tahu and Gali Mata, the stronger it became.

Ever wonder what it might be like, if in some alternate world Gali and Tahu lost a battle to the Bohrok and became their slaves? That's right, you're next. (I think I'd run... or pee my pants).

I settled with two photo versions, the one at top, and the one just above. The one above didn't seem as creepy, so I settled with the darker one. Now prepare to run before one of those face hugging Krana try to eat your soul! O_O

Pearllight self MOC

 Finally! This is my self MOC as of today when she's in basic form. Her build has improved since the many prototype structures, and the overall appearance of my MOC is purely based off the drawing I made of her (see Official proto Pearllight Posters ).

If I had the proper parts, there are a few things I might tweak still (the shoulders mostly); but overall I'm fairly satisfied with the build and how my MOC has "grown" in a sense, through time. 

The main things I changed on her were the torso, feet, and additional hair clip. It was tricky finding a way to mimic the funny metal hair buns on her helmet, while still making them adjustable and able to hold her hair blades that serve as weapons and decoration.

I really like the shoes, and in concept these specific heels (based off their appearance) have a roller skate mode, and are helpful for back kicking, causing the little silver spikes on her ankles to poke and scratch an enemy.

Top row in the panel is of Pearllight with her hair blades in, bottom row is of her with the blades out. If you care to know the functions of my character and how her suit works, see Pearllight Design Pages. All you need to know about her basic suit function, and imagery are there.

 I'm so happy to finally share Pearllight and what she's like as of today. One day I might make a video on the figure; till then enjoy the panel. ^.~

SHOWTIME Kiina

Where to start with how much I love this? Seems like Kiina was given the opportunity to perform on stage at a reservation restaurant /radio station called "CLUB SHOWTIME". Now prepare yourself, no telling if she's tone deaf. XD

The instant I looked at the old picture of Kiina with her frilly skirt on in the image (left); with her funny pose and the glowing back light, a song slipped into my head, one from Cirque Du Soleil called Kooza Dance. The instant that song popped in my noggin, the entire art piece was inspired off of it (hence the Broadway font, sparkling curtains, and glowing back light illuminating the "diva" of the show.)

Art tips: The backdrop was a desktop image that I made adjustments to (the bead fringe, sparkles, and back light). Curtains were already blue, so that was a plus. Kiina's left hand originally had a red peg in it, so I covered it up by making it look like a microphone, using textured brushes (turned out pretty good I think). And finally, I added a shadow and the word SHOWTIME with glow effect.

There you have it folks, enjoy the show! ^.~

Kiina's Skirt

 Just thought I'd cross these old first time images off the list. I took these picture to show off the funny skirt my Kiina character still wears (made it from a strip of unwanted fabric that was sliced from material I used for a costume).  It was very simple, all I had to do was gather the top, scrunch it to size, and end it with ribbon ties of matching color.

I'll confess, I've been in a majorly odd mood for neon colors and music themes (kind of why the background of my picture page ended up having a juke box/ roller derby rink feel to it). What? It seemed to match the theme of that oh so colorful fabric with sparkle I used in the photos.

Tell the truth, I'm pretty satisfied with this; though the theme gives me the urge to dance. :P 

It comes to show you, very little material is needed to make a fun costume for Bionicle. I hope to make more outfits in the future; till then, have fun viewing the four angles of Kiina's skirt (which looks sort of like a tutu..) ^.^

Kiina Outfit with accessories

Back in 2010, I made this outfit with accessories as a going away gift for a friend. Kiina's character kind of matched my friends spunkiness, which is why I got her the toy.

I made a butt flap basically, using some scraps of silky blue fabric, sheer white and silver ribbon, and some light blue satin ribbon for the ties. The end result I found to be quite pretty, and then asked my sister for help in making a necklace to go with it. So she helped me, and I gave Kiina a little blue butterfly necklace; then compiled some plastic flower centers together and gave Kiina something that looks like an odd alien flower.

I love making outfits for my figurines! :D Stay tuned for plenty more Kiina stuff.

Kiina at the Bookshelf Club

 Kiina at the Bookshelf Club. These are random photos taken during some play time with LED lighting; thought Kiina looked cool sitting in a real chill manner on my bookshelf.

Kind of has a sassy, come and sit next to me kind of vibe in my opinion.

The original (above) was simply cropped to focus on Kiina purely. 

An idea came to mind after I looked back at these pics, and I thought, this lighting, and the way Kiina is sitting on my bookshelf makes me think of a night club. So as a joke, called it the Bookshelf Club (additional concept is that it's a secret night club (maybe in the world of LoL) which has a book store as a Front. People can buy books, yes; but at night, if you know the secret code, a doorway to the actual club is revealed from behind one of the bookcases. (Note the club makes the place book themed as part of the running joke).

 Above and below images, I now call the desk floor (yes, these pictures were taken on my desk). I edited the backdrop out and slipped in a big metal door to make it more interesting. Kiina asked to have some pictures taken of her on the desk floor, right before she

 heads for the bookshelf seating. XD

 Sorry for blurriness... camera doesn't like the dark, and my hands were kind of wobbly. :P

Tahu Love- Fake Music Album Cover

Have I gone crazy? It's not even Valentine's Day.... and no, I'm not a Tahu fan girl; so you might be wondering, what in the world is this?!

Let me tell you, I had the strongest urge to make this after seeing this art piece on DA BIONICLE Album cover and then when I read the comment Oyee left, pointing out that the flame arch looked like a half heart shape; something came to mind which grew progressively bigger, and then became absolutely unexpected, but hilarious in my opinion (and decided to take that concept a step further).

The results of this one notion, led to a Tahu Love song album cover. I think I had a three way inspiration here; the first was Oyee's comment, the second related to having Lilo and Stitch on the mind (which then led way to the Elvis song played in the movie "Burnin Love"), and then my recent delving into the first Bionicle movie (remembering what part Tahu has just the right look, for just the right album). And so I give to you "Hunk of Burnin Love"; the hottest new hit on store shelves, by Tahu.

No, this isn't a real album, but I know for a fact that this will become a fake Bionicle product in the Life of Lewa universe (no doubt Lewa bought the CD just to tease Tahu about it).

The songs listed in the corners were added to to make the cover more interesting. Five of them are actual song names I chose randomly for the list. The only song that isn't real (probably some new song in the LoL world) is "Hot Sauce" (at least I don't think there's a real song out there called that; if there is I don't know about it). "Burnin Love" is Elvis (which it gets stuck in my head, but I don't technically like the song beyond using it as a joke),"Hold on Tight" I added from my favorite song in ELO "Hold On Tight To Your Dreams", "Drinking My Baby Goodbye" is related to an LoL related joke where Tahu dances to this Charlie Daniels song (this a result of my friend, not me); "Here Comes the Sun" is real, but overly sappy, so I added its name, and the last song "Haven't Met You Yet" is a real song that gets stuck in my head by Michael Bubble.

There you have it, enjoy and hope you have a good laugh! ^.~