[Winners First Post] Kiamara #285 by Akami-chan

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[Winners First Post] Kiamara #285

Postby Akami-chan » Tue May 28, 2013 10:15 am

New Owner: Sketchi Tunes Congratulations!
viewtopic.php?f=53&t=1816301&start=10#p56277964

It was by no means an easy decision to choose you as Nonay's owner.
Your form was the shortest out of the ones that made it onto my "considering" list.
And I guess that just goes to show it's about quality, not quantity.

The reasons that your form stood out to me should be obvious.
Your prose is beautiful and the form [of the writing] is extremely creative.
Even compared to the other traditionally-told stories that clearly exercised a more comprehensive show of literacy, yours still clung to me.

For the structural bits, I just have to say that your story/poem/rap flowed so smoothly. It was easy to read and easy to feel, which brings me to the next points.

I always start my designs with a color palette and let them evolve from there. She was an Arizona desert with regal purple mountains in the back. She was a weathered stone- scarred and worn- I knew that much, but I did not go onto think of any reasons for her scars myself. After reading all of these forms and seeing the reoccurring theme of problems in teenagers and children that are becoming all too common lately made me realize that this is the kind of spirit I want this character to represent. A resilient soul that knows pain and overcomes it.
I also really enjoyed your choice of names. When I said "make the name meaningful" most[not all] applicants just went for something descriptive/in a different language that described the Kia's appearance. While some of these names turned out nicely, I always prefer names with a more sophisticated reason. Wordplay is a wonderful thing because it shows a level of creativity/awareness/literacy that is above the norm. This was a big point in why I chose your form, you did a great job.
And maybe you didn't intend it, but I read some symbolism into your story.
Whether that undertone was deliberate or not isn't the basis of my decision- you gave me a wonderful image and I think you will continue to create wonderful images for "Nonay Amehli Titanium".

Runner-up: Bunny Love Congratulations!
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I will be creating a jeweled Kiamara to go along with your story

I probably just have a soft spot for Italian names, but Ciottoli DiArgilla is a beautiful choice.
I think it must have been the pretty-colored gems and the disdainful expression that made many applicants portray #285 as a bit of an egotist. Your form was not unique in that approach. However, despite giving Ciottoli this flavor of personality, you managed to make it stand out from the others.

But first thing's first. Your writing is beautiful, your characterization is great, and (while not flashy) that layout was really easy to read in |D

I loved the thoughts you put into the story. It really let me get a sense of Cio's voice, which sounds natural. You accentuated all the right parts, which gave the story such a lasting impression.

Because that one step changed me, showed me exactly who I was.


^ And this.
You ended it with such finesse, it just really sealed the deal for me.

In addition to those parts of your story, I appreciated that you also stuck to the theme of perseverance. That is, after all, the beautiful side of scars.

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Okay I actually wrote too much for the winners, so I'm just going to make short little notes about the next forms.
These are in the order that I liked them, starting with the most liked.

Bacon. viewtopic.php?f=53&t=1816301&start=20#p56288822
Loved your writing, I can tell you know what you're doing.
Loved the tense emotion in this one.
Loved the way you worked in that roundabout self-harm theme.
Putting vicious energy into life brings you hardships in the end- loved your reason for the scars.

Maddyoll viewtopic.php?f=53&t=1816301&start=10#p56276037
I'm sure I know you from some other adoptable thing I used to do (Snail Bath maybe?)
Loved the personality you portrayed.
You were actually originally my first choice- the first one that caught my eye that is.
Your name was great, I loved how you gave it significance without playing too much on appearance.
I feel like there's this whole narrator dynamic that makes this form a lot more sophisticated that it seems.
Is Bellator a reliable storyteller? What's really going on?
It makes you think, I love it.
@.@ I don't think it actually affected the placement of your form, but I could not find the gender anywhere...
I assume it's a girl, since Gemma is that sort of name, but I'm not sure;;

There were A BUNCH of other forms that I liked, but I think I have to make the distinction here.

I also want to give a shout out to those authors that told me about themselves and the things they've suffered through.
You guys, like this Kiamara, have the beauty of strength and perseverance.
I know how hard life can be. I know how people suffer. I wish you all the best.

I'm sorry if you are disappointed with the outcome of this owner-choosing, I really, sincerely wish I could give this Kiamara to all of you because I know by the effort you put into your forms that you've gotten attached. So please accept my sincerest apologies. I hope that another one of my designs will catch your interest somewhere down the road.

If you are interested in receiving input on your forms, just PM me and let me know.


What is a Kiamara?
A Kiamara is a wolf-like creature. They have long, fluffy manes on the top of their heads, running down between their shoulders. They all have spots on their bodies- a trait in which will never be bred out of their DNA. They also have feathers- every Kiamara is given feathers when they reach the age of 2 years old. Their diet consists of fruit as well as meat- they prey on similar creatures that wolves would. Kiamara can be very shy before they get to know you. Can you win a Kiamara's heart?

Let's do this for NON-OWNERS only ;3
Just to get some more Kia's out there in time for the ball~

You can add any extras, but I am judging primarily on BACKSTORY

I like a pretty form layout though<3
And it's a super plus if you make the name meaningful!



    Things you must include!
  • Tell me about yourself!
  • What's the Kiamara's name and gender?
  • How did they get all of those scars?

This ends on Friday May 31st!
Good luck!


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Re: Kiamara #285

Postby solo. » Tue May 28, 2013 10:17 am

I am Sloth-

I, obliviously, don't have a Kia are yet and am looking to get a beautiful Kia, like his one, which has stolen my heart. I did join CS in September 2010 and played until early 2011. I had a long hiatus until late 2012 twelve. So, sadly, I wasn't here when Kia were made, I was on hiatus.


    Hope the wound heals but it never does
    That's cause you're at war with love
    You're at war with love, yeah

Kia name:

Bataille

Meaning

Bataille means battle in French. He reminds me of a war or battle because of the scars.

Gender

Male


    These battle scars don't look like they're fading
    Don't look like they're ever going away
    They ain't never gonna change
    These battle...


    Backstory
    Bataille has gotten all of his scars and wounds from fighting, not fighting for some odd reason, he was fighting for his country, everything he loved. His country was at war and was losing, they needed more soldiers so many people volunteered, he was one of them. He knew how to fight face to face so they made hundreds and thousands of soldiers fight face to face with the enemy, it was working! The enemy couldn't compete with them so they started to retreat, Bataille had many wounds had was rushed to hospital, after a week he healed and came home to his family. is the worst when making stories xc


personality:

    Bataille was a free guy with no worries but after he war he changed a was very wary of everything

    Wary. Emotional. Lots. Protective. Smart. Trustworthy.
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Re: Kiamara #285

Postby pIanted » Tue May 28, 2013 10:18 am

Rose Loana Fireheart

that is my name. And I deserve it. I have a Fireheart, am as beautiful as a rose and Loana...that is my nickname. Loana Daredevil


So, me and Loana-

call me rose!

ok. Me and rose have met quite a while ago. We met when- Rose! Stop playing with those snakes!

dont tell me what to do!

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ah, well. We met when she was about to jump off a cliff. Yes, a cliff

what is so special about a cliff?!

LOANA! STOP INTERRUPTING ME!!

you are so mean!...

Yes, she was about to jump off a cliff and dive into the ocean blow it, cliff to water was about...50 meters? Yeah, about 50.

So, Rose, can you tell me about what you are wearing around your neck? I can't really see it.... is it a key?
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Yes! It's kind of embarrassing, but I call it my love key. It's sort of like the key to my heart. *blush* I think, someday, when I find my true love, I will give it to him.

'Daw, that's cute. Hey, I see you have your nails all painted and shined. Where are you going with those?

Er, well, I'm going to the... the ball. I'm going dancing.

Ooh, with your crush, I presume? That's gonna be great! Rose, let us all see your dress! Can we see? Can we?

Oh! Um, well, I don't really want to show you guys...
Okay.
Fine, sure.

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And... I don't have a date yet!

Sorry to hear that! Well, why don't you tell us who you want to go with?

Sure, I guess. His name is Leon.

Wow! He's cute.

Yup! Wait a second, okay? Hi there!

.... Rose. Are you being for real?

Well, yeah! He's so cute!

Thanks for the questions, Rose. I'm gonna say a bit about you now!

Alright.


So, a little about Rose. She's kind, friendly, everything you'd love. She's also a little SPOILED!

Hey! Don't say that! You're MEAN! Step aside, I'm gonna tell people about me. My way!

Ooooookay! If you say so, Rose.

the only thing I can say for sure is that I am super shy and quite hard to get.

To-ta-lly rose.

hey!

Oh yes, how did you get those scars?

well, I didnt jump off they cliff, but my 'friends' were mad at me and started a fight. I won but still...I got a lot of wounds but was lucky. One of the others has only 1 1/2 ears left...

Wow.

i know.


Yeah loa...Loana daredevil. You had a lot of fights didn't you?

yes. With wild dogs, water streams, water falls, lots and lots if cliffs...and once even with a rooftop I was supposed to jump off of.

That is interesting but, oh! We have run last our time! Loa, if we ever meet again, will you tell us more about your adventures?

Sure thing! Happy to have and audience!

Bye lo-lo!

*sigh*

(I will really write down her adventures if I win my dream Kia, rose Loana daredevil ❤)
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Re: Kiamara #285

Postby Beastlyhobbit » Tue May 28, 2013 10:19 am

Possuble reserve
~I am quitting soon for personal reasons.
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Re: Kiamara #285

Postby Sphye » Tue May 28, 2013 10:21 am

Oh wow. If I am able, I will certainly be trying to win this one. Absolutely stunning.
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Re: Kiamara #285

Postby kaypatts » Tue May 28, 2013 10:22 am

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Re: Kiamara #285

Postby petrify » Tue May 28, 2013 10:28 am

reserved. *o*
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Re: Kiamara #285

Postby anomaly. » Tue May 28, 2013 10:34 am

    Name
    Ädelsten meaning Gemstone in swedish. I named her that because of the variou stones growing from her back.
    Gender
    Female.
    Personality
    She is shy and mysterious. She doesnt speak much. She is very curious. She likes to know what things are about and how they work. She tends to fashion things to work, like inventions. She tends to be found creating things or trying to expand her field of knowledge. Loner definatly a loner.
    History
    She was left to die as a deformed pup, but she did the unexpected. She lived. She lived in a cave. An old mining cave. She lived deep in the mine where the gemstones were. After awhile they budded on her back and grew. Her vision began to fade. Her vision began to come back the more she ventured to the outside world. She has never seen another kiamara and it bugs her. She wants to knoe mte about her own species.
    Tell us about yourself?
    "Well i enjoy creating things but i dont like to talk."
    As she has pointed out she doesnt speak much, maybe because of the years alone, she doesnt know what to say. She doesnt have very good communication skills. She also struggles with her speaking.

    Any special kias?
    She hasnt even met one.
    Theme Song
    Black out by Breathe Carolina
    How did you get your scars?
    One day she was exploring and older part of the cave. She kicked a stone which rattled down the cave causing it to begin to collapse. Rocks fell everywhere. They cault her pelt and skin numerous times. They still ache like ghost pains.
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Re: Kiamara #285

Postby Huh » Tue May 28, 2013 10:46 am

so gorgeous ;u;
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Re: Kiamara #285

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