Mythicarium Chat

[Rabid_Jaguar]

It's a good idea, but to the best of my knowledge I've only ever had one COPPA order from the shop, and they did so through a friend. So as far as I can tell, there hasn't been much if any interest from COPPA'd members.

The main reason for that is probably just because they know how difficult it is to say what they want when it comes to the forums, so they just don't bother going to the trouble of even looking at most parts of the forums besides the Free Adoptions section. The only thing we can really do about that is make Mythicarium more well-known that it already is, which of course we're already trying to do.

[TrixiePixie]

It's a good idea, but to the best of my knowledge I've only ever had one COPPA order from the shop, and they did so through a friend. So as far as I can tell, there hasn't been much if any interest from COPPA'd members.

The main reason for that is probably just because they know how difficult it is to say what they want when it comes to the forums, so they just don't bother going to the trouble of even looking at most parts of the forums besides the Free Adoptions section. The only thing we can really do about that is make Mythicarium more well-known that it already is, which of course we're already trying to do.

that is true, perhaps if it was mentioned in the title of the shop that you were doing a COPPA only raffle, it might invite some in to take a look. You may also have some COPPA admirer's that you don't even know about and this may give them a chance to get something that they don't otherwise know how to communicate to you that they want! XD

And perhaps it would help if you made a little banner for it and those that want to help you spread the word could put it in their signatures, I would be willing to do that, though I don't post much elsewhere, I would do what I could to help the cause! XD

[Ciriun]

My concern is that even with people advertising in their signatures, there wouldn't be much of a turnout. As Rabid_Jaguar mentioned, many COPPAs don't seem to spend much time on many parts of the forum, so spreading the word would be difficult to start with. And while I'm fortunate to have you guys who really love my artwork, it isn't what's popular on this site. It seems like a lot of people only want fluffy quadrapeds, which I am terrible at drawing.

That said, I am absolutely not dismissing this idea. I'm just not sure now is really a good time for it. Maybe once I have all the different side branches up and running I can focus more on expanding my customer base. So by all means keep the discussion going. Like maybe there is some way we can use the pre-written COPPA messages to ease communication?



On a different subject, I believe I promised to share the current state of the W.I.P. new species. I have been posting them to the Artist's Army for critique, but that thread gets slow sometimes. So if you can offer any constructive criticism, please feel free to do so.

First up, this little fairy. I'm going to be all mysterious and not tell you what exactly it will be yet, but you can see the base and one of the wing options. The final version will almost certainly be smaller, unless people really, really want it this big.


And next, the Pygmy Naga. I had a larger, more intricate lineart but I realized it would take me forever to make customs on it, so I made something smaller and simpler. Thus, an adorable little ankle biter.

[TrixiePixie]

I can see your point too, unfortunately it is difficult for COPPA's to do much, so they tend not to look much at anything because they don't think they can participate. It would be neat if CS itself made some sort of COPPA art forum where artists willing to do so can offer art to COPPA's. That way COPPA's will know when they go to that forum that there will be stuff there for them! It could also include CS pet adoption threads specifically for COPPA's only. Hmmm, perhaps I should suggest that!

Anyway, on to the best part of your latest post, the new lineart!! AWESOME! I will have to mention those butterfly wing fairies to my friend sienna, she loves butterflies, or perhaps I will just have to get one for her as a present since she got me a custom teamaid! XD I am happy to see you said 'one of the wing options', my first thought upon seeing it before reading anything was 'oooh, I wonder if there will be an option for different wing styles'! lol I wouldn't mind seeing it at the size it currently is, but I can imagine it would be very nice at a smaller size as well.

I also really like the Pygmy Naga, I think your line 'an adorable little ankle biter' nails it perfectly! XD

Oy, I better start saving up now, I am already envisioning a lovely pink fairy and a rainbow pygmy naga! XD

[Ciriun]

You've got time, they are nowhere near ready for release. The naga needs hairstyles and I'm still pretty sure his pecs are placed wrong. My anatomy skills are still a W.I.P. themselves. And the fairy will need at least dragonfly and tinkerbell-esque wing styles, hair, and a finished dress. And that's before trying to make opposite gender versions.

[TrixiePixie]

Anticipation is half the fun! At least I've got the breeding thread to keep me occupied for now! XD

I can't wait to see them when they finally make their debut! Sorry I don't have any thoughts to offer, I don't have much of an artist's eye for detail or anything, I just know what I like to look at and I like them! I wouldn't have even noticed anything wrong with the pecs, they seem fine to me.

[Ruby-Skylark]

On a different subject, I believe I promised to share the current state of the W.I.P. new species. I have been posting them to the Artist's Army for critique, but that thread gets slow sometimes. So if you can offer any constructive criticism, please feel free to do so.

First up, this little fairy. I'm going to be all mysterious and not tell you what exactly it will be yet, but you can see the base and one of the wing options. The final version will almost certainly be smaller, unless people really, really want it this big.


And next, the Pygmy Naga. I had a larger, more intricate lineart but I realized it would take me forever to make customs on it, so I made something smaller and simpler. Thus, an adorable little ankle biter.

Are these going to be available at Mythicarium?
I really hope so, I would totally be buying them both *squeee*
They're so awesome! (even without hair, the Naga is awesome )
The butterfly wings are gorgeous

p.s. sending you a PM about my custom teamaid tail

[Ciriun]

Yup, they'll both be available once they're finished. They'll be somewhere in the price range of the Teamaids and Satyrs. The exact value will depend on how detailed they end up and how many options there are. With that in mind, the fairy will almost certainly be the more expensive of the two because I am both terrible at and loathe trying to draw wrinkles in fabric.

If anyone here happens to be good at, or knows someone who is good at, designing and drawing fancy dresses, please let me know. I am willing to share profits and/or offer free customs in return.

[Ruby-Skylark]

Yup, they'll both be available once they're finished. They'll be somewhere in the price range of the Teamaids and Satyrs. The exact value will depend on how detailed they end up and how many options there are. With that in mind, the fairy will almost certainly be the more expensive of the two because I am both terrible at and loathe trying to draw wrinkles in fabric.

Sweeet! I look forward to being able to buy both of these

[Ciriun]

Quick progress report to hopefully liven things up around here. I've gotten some great advice on the naga and have done some anatomy revisions, but still need to do more. For the fairy, I am attempting to draw a dress myself but it is proving to be very difficult because if there is one thing almost as bad as hands when it comes to drawing, it is fabric wrinkles. So progress is slow, but ongoing.

I'm hoping to have the trading center open soon, though I don't know how much action it will see immediately. If I'm doing my job right people shouldn't feel the need to trade away what they've adopted, but realistically I know I can't deliver the perfect creation every single time.

I want to start the roleplay soon as well, but right now I don't know how much time I'd have available for it. I'm barely keeping up with finishing adopts, and for that I would like to apologize again to everyone. But I am checking in regularly, so if you have any questions, concerns, suggestions, or whatever I am still available to talk.