#ancient guardian

[shatterednev0]

I always pictured encounter with ancient guardian as the most terrifying thing in the caves, especially when it growls and immediately rushes at you

lil' skrunkly vs big baddy

#dst #ancient guardian #wilson higgsbury

[inbarfink]

#don't starve #don't starve together #dst #ds #Spider Queen #Ancient Guardian #Deerclops #Bearger #Dragonfly #Moose/Goose #Quacken #Sealnado #Tiger Shark #Ancient Herald #Pugalisk #Queen Womant #tumblr polls #my polls #fandom polls #polls #i love polls

[nightwonder7]

Can we see Wayne (in his rarely seen) tough and badass over a monster he defeated?

Time to collect the loot.

#don't starve #don't starve together #don't starve oc #oc #original character #wayne #wayne barner #ds #dst #ancient guardian #ask #anon #anonymous #I know I'm super slow with these asks but I am going to get through them all ;u;

[yonderoo]

Here Be Dragons

As I gaze upon this majestic tableau, I am transported to a realm where the mountains themselves bow in reverence to the titans that roam the skies. Here, before us, stretches a canvas of the world untamed, a landscape where the clouds whisper secrets to the soaring peaks.

Behold, the dragon! With wings unfurled, a canopy of fiery orange, it commands the heavens. Its scales, a mosaic of emerald and copper, glint like a trove of jewels bestowed upon the earth by the gods of old. This creature, this paragon of might and magic, rides the gusts with the grace of a sovereign without a crown. Its eyes, aglow with the wisdom of eons, survey the world below with a piercing intensity. It is the guardian of mysteries, the keeper of the eternal flame.

In its presence, we are reminded of the tales spun by the hearth—a tapestry of heroes and monsters, of battles fought in the shadow of such titanic beings. This dragon, with horns that aspire to pierce the firmament, is more than a mere beast; it is a symbol of all that is wild and free, a relic from an age when the world was still a map of wonder, waiting to be charted.

As storytellers, we are drawn to these vistas that exist beyond the reach of ordinary life, where our dreams take flight on dragon wings. And so, we commit this image to memory, a reminder of the boundless imagination that dwells within us all, whispering ever so gently, "There be dragons."

How to draw a dragon head (source: Yonderoo)

#painting #fantasy art #dragon in flight #majestic dragons #mountain realm #mythic creatures #fantasy landscape #winged serpent #epic fantasy #sky titan #dragon lore #ancient guardian #mythical beast #soaring dragon #emerald scales #copper scales #treasure trove #high fantasy #realm of magic #storytelling inspiration #wild and free

[warrenbutgnome]

another re-design of probably my most used one-shot character! he's got a hammer that can kill god and a headbutt that can kill TEN gods.

#dnd #ttrpg #rpg #barbarian #dnd barbarian #dwarf #beard #hammer #ancient guardian #drawing #sketch

[theguardianscrown]

The Guardian Star

In the primordial days, when the cosmos was a canvas awaiting its first brushstroke, there existed a celestial phenomenon—the Starborne Wisdom. It was not a mere constellation or a comet’s fleeting trail; it was the embodiment of the great leaders’ legacy—their words, their dreams, and their indomitable spirit.

As the world spun into existence, so did the greats—philosophers, warriors, poets, and visionaries. Their voices echoed through time, shaping civilizations, igniting revolutions, and birthing empires. But their mortal forms were ephemeral, like dewdrops on morning petals. What would become of their wisdom when they departed this earthly realm?

And so, the cosmic pact was forged—an agreement whispered among the stars. When a great leader breathed their last, their essence would ascend, carried by the celestial winds. Their final words—their epiphanies, their prophecies, their heartfelt truths—would crystallize into a falling star. ★ ⋆

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🌟✪★ ⋆

These celestial messengers descended upon the world, trailing stardust across the night sky. Each star held a fragment of wisdom—a gift to humanity. Some bore the weight of change, urging societies to evolve. Others shimmered with inspiration, sparking creativity in poets and artists. There were stars of knowledge, revealing secrets of science and philosophy, and stars of beauty, painting sunsets and composing symphonies.

But one star stood apart—a radiant beacon that defied the cosmic order. It was the Star of Light, and within it resided the collective wisdom of all who had come before. The ancients called it the Guardian Star.

When a new leader emerged—a child of destiny, a torchbearer of virtue—the Guardian Star would descend. It chose not by birthright or lineage but by the purity of heart. The chosen one would feel the star’s warmth, hear its whispers, and be forever changed.

And so, the tale of the Ancient Guardian began.

#Ancient Guardian #The American Prince

[kirbyzenforever]

Eye Spy

Us we

Them

#always watching #watching over me #personal #ancient guardian #eye spy

[sandythereadingcafe]

REVIEW

ANCIENT GUARDIAN (Ancients Rising ) by Katie Reus at The Reading Cafe:

‘captivating and edgy’

http://www.thereadingcafe.com/ancient-guardianancients-rising-9-by-katie-reus-review/

#books #reviews #Ancient Guardian #Ancients Rising #Katie Reus #The Reading Cafe #Dragon Shifters

[thereadingcafe]

#Katie Reus #Ancient Guardian #Ancients Rising #Romance #Paranormal #Contemporary #Review

[fridaypls]

Grove Guardian's Revenge: A Gif Analysis

Pissing him off so you don't have to.

Obligatory slowed version of The Walk to get us started. If you haven't seen it before, you're welcome.

He's so angry and so right to be angry. For a hundred years, he has defended the Grove at great personal cost. Before it was established, he saw the deaths of his friends, peers, mentor; his support circle crumbled in a single day.

Not only did his mentor fall, he had to slay his mentor's shade in the aftermath in order to lay him to rest. This is the final release canon origin for the Sorrow glaive, but the early-access version is even more heart-wrenching. Either version, the mantle of first druid / arch-druid is thrust upon his unprepared shoulders; alone and without confidantes or peers, he shouldered the load and kept going.

In his diary, we see that he thought he'd found hope of a cure for the Shadow Curse, which was what he was pursuing when the goblins captured him. "The first hope in a century" if I'm remembering correctly.

From there, he meets you - a second hope of salvation. And then... this. The ultimate betrayal and the end of the Grove, of everything he's protected for so long.

We rarely see Halsin using his size to intimidate; even when he rips Kagha a new one in the conversation about the Rite of Thorns, regardless of whether or not he throws her out.

He uses his size as threat now... as he should. He's here to kill you.

And if it's not active intimidation, then what we might be seeing here is him reining in his temper - choosing to have a conversation before acting.

He's facing Tav when he storms up; as he starts to talk, he angles himself a little away from them. We'll see that more in a second.

"I thought you'd help me. I thought we'd help eachother - instead you chose this."

Controlled calm slipping into justified anger. Again, that blink-and-you'll miss it detail of an emotion, just amazing work by Larian.

"The grove stood for generations. It was our link to Silvanus. Not, it’s nothing but blood and ashes - thanks to you."

Let's slow it down and get closer, really soak in the tiny details embedded in this scene.

Watch the first part below at half speed, watch his face twist into disgust and pain. Watch him physically turn away from you in anger and loathing. He's not looking at Tav anymore, he's seeing something else instead. Some memory of the Grove, whether a happy one or a more recent, bloodstained one, we're left to guess.

Anger turns into sorrow - he lifts his eyes in a silent prayer as he speaks, then hangs his head in heavy, tired despair. It doesn't drag his features down yet; he's still too angry under all that pain.

A tiny, miserable moment of memory and suffering....

...before sorrow turns back into anger, when he comes back to the present. That second blink of anger when he comes back to himself, out of whatever memory he was replaying in that moment. He turns back to you and rage crowds back into his face.

He's already made his choice... but he's about to give Tav a chance to speak for their actions anyway. While the role of arch-druid might have been thrust onto his unprepared shoulders unexpectedly a hundred years before, he has grown immensely since then. Despite his justified rage, he reacts wisely, seeking to understand before seeking vengeance.

Tell me… was it worth it? 

He's furious, rightfully so, but there's still a genuine question under that rage. The split-second look of curiousity before the rage takes over his features once more.

Was there a meaning to this sacrifice? Was it done for a purpose or was it all just as cruel and wanton of a betrayal as it seemed?

Even as anger and hatred take over his face once more, he gives you a chance to speak for yourself.

There are four options.

Option 1: Of course - I did what I had to do. Your grove was in the way. 

"You have no idea what you’ve done, do you? Or perhaps you simply don’t care?"

First, the genuine sadness and disbelief as he says "You have no idea what you’ve done, do you?"

Then, the anger of "Or perhaps you simply don’t care?"

Sadness and sorrow into fucking rage. Both are so poignant and beautifully done. Round of applause for Larian, god(s)damn.

The first three options all end the same way, so we'll cut right to Option 2 and save that glorious closing gif for the end.

Option 2: "I’m sorry. I had no choice." 

"There’s always a choice - but you have made yours. Now I make mine."

Look at the disgust... the way he squeezes his eyes shut as he says "There’s always a choice". He knows. He's made hard choices, at great personal cost.

The way he says it with his head down, his nostrils flared in disgust and anger, and doesn't open his eyes as he turns his head to face Tav. He doesn't open his eyes until the last instant, both saddened and repulsed by Tav and their actions.

Then, when he's looking into Tav's eyes, the anger and hatred set in again.

Let's cut to Option 3.

Option 3: "Calm down. Come sit by the fire and we can talk this over."

"There’s nothing left to be said. My mercy died when I saw the grove."

Pretty much directly into the rage with this one.

And honestly, I don't think anyone could blame him? The balls to aid in the massacre of everyone he cares about, then to hit him with "Calm down. Come sit by the fire and we can talk this over" once he confronts you and gives you a chance to explain yourself?

Nope. Game over, buddy. (Well...)

The four option is simply to attack; all four options lead to a fight to the death. The first three options all end the same way;

"You have upended nature’s balance. Only your death can restore it!"

Slower? Okay.

#the heavy crown of leaves #from hope to heartbreak #ancient anger ageless anguish #guardianship at great cost #shades of sorrow glaive #halsin hot under the collar #the weight of the mantle #bear mood bear mode #spell sling and heart sting #anger is the new black #slow walk slower burn #halsin bg3 #halsin silverbough #baldurs gate 3 #bg3 halsin #baldurs gate halsin #daddy halsin #halsin #echoes of the fallen grove #legacy of the emerald guardian #solitude of command #silent prayers in shadow #a century of solitude #nature mourns its protector #lost groves lost loves

[puppetmaster13u]

Prompt 141

Jason, to none of the batfam’s knowledge, is the equivalent of a premature baby to Realms beings. A baby with an underdeveloped core struggling to take in ecto naturally, and is instinctively crying and raging because like any baby, doesn’t understand why. Only knows that it’s hungry and it hurts. So it throws a tantrum, unable to do anything but get upset because it doesn’t know what else to do. 

A wandering spirit however, might just happen to hear said core-screeching if they get close enough. A wandering spirit might just be alarmed enough to contact a ghost doctor, such as one of the Yetis. 

#dcxdp #dpxdc #prompts #Jason: I am not a baby #Ghosts: Oh my ancients why is there a sickly baby #Where is your guardian #Why are you outside the nursery area #Amity Park ghost zone is one of these nursery baby ghost zones #Hence why one of the medical zones is so close #All the ghosts the moment they see Jason: WHY IS THERE BABY HERE

[jeeaark]

final showdown pt2.

This was one of those battles where I survived it without a single reload. So. This entire scene? Accurate. Embarrassingly Accurate. (except the healy dealy. that's Greygold flair)

Wanted to get to the crown as fast as possible, but had to fly by Emps. Literally stopped next to bud to personally yell/reassure the fool I was gonna save their ass and then risked the opportunity attack.

(which. I forgot to bring my dex 18 gloves and discovered illithidism had shit dex, so....IS FINE. GG IS ALL FOR STARTING A NEW COLLECTION OF FRIENDSHIP SCARS)

BUT SQUID BUDDY MISSED. so. I like to think Enthralled Emps had put some effort into jumping through some rather large logic hoops to miss. Unlike Greygold who put JACK effort into dodging.

I originally intended to leave Emps completely alone, risk the attacks. But. Brain tentacle surprise happened. Right next to the squid. Emps rolled high in initiative.... But not as high as Lae'zel. Game-wise, ✨I panicked✨. Story-wise? I don't think this could have been any more in-character. Albeit, I found myself quadruple checking to make sure knockout mode was ABSOLUTELY on

#bg3 spoilers #bg3 #baldur's gate 3 #the emperor bg3 #lae'zel #illithid tav #greygold #squid greygold #Man there's so many past comic refs I don't feel like linking hope you all are keeping up hUAR #If GG had known emps would be there they would not have worn that guardian armor but they are too stubborn to admit they whoopsied #I don't remember jack in the other timeline final battle (sadly) but this fight? forever burned into my soul. good drama yo. #I will never get over how Greygold use to have the AC of an Ancient Red Dragon and now they're AC is Squid Chum SQUID CHUM #GREYGOLD'S AIM IS SQUID CHUM TOO AUGH #As much as I keep ragging on Emps I love Lae'zel to death as well. knocked that squid out in one go to protect her squid-Joy ehuehuehueh #I can only imagine that she never thought she'd have to resist killing not one but -two- mindflayers for the sake of love....Love you babe~ #CHARACTER GROWTH INDEED

[ganondoodle]

hey! hey hey!! hey lads if i did a mini "fake screenshot" series of a rewritten totk (mainly without time travel and zonau) … would you like that? (and is it worth the risk of pissing half the fandom off)

#ganondoodles talks #zelda #i should rebrand it back to botw2 #bc there arent any tears lol #basically its shiekah tech still instead of zonau #but further developed #like isntead of wheels it would be guardian arms #old guardian parts being taken as shelter for miasma hands #youd travel with zelda as a companion #also it would be based on the good ol gan battery thing #the zonau would stay a mystery #nigh no ruins nor text left #but alot of ancient shiekah stuff #... been thinking about it for hours now and i just kinda #wanna do it #i guess the risk of pissing people off is way way higher on twitter #but still im kinda worried

[23-tiny-wishes]

May your soul live, achieving millions of years, you who love Thebes, sitting with your face to the north wind, your eyes beholding happiness - inscription on the "wishing cup" lotus chalice, the first object encountered inside the antechamber of KV62

#happy belated 100th rediscovery anniversary king #aight so everything is based on objects from the tomb #thats The Duck Tunic #its number is 050a #it is adult sized #going on vogelsang-eastwoods colour reconstruction (its faded over 3300 yrs) #duckie sandals 021f and g based on veldmeijers reconstruction they are also adult sized #diadem and meteroric iron dagger and flexible inlaid apron were all found on his mummy #ring on his left hand is the kneeling king presenting maat one which was found on that finger of his mummy #holding the lotus chalice obvs #staff is based on the ones the guardian statues have #sash is based on 100f an Amarna style belt #openwork belt buckle (alleged) whose number i dont remember #bracelets were found on his mummy #no wig was found in the tomb so its based on his depiction on the golden throne #shebiu collar and broad collar also from the tomb and the shebiu is the correct colours i tried to make the collar correct too #anyway u get the idea #ancient egypt #my art #tutankhamun #archaeology #described in alt text #oh and the hieros say the good god nebkheperure the son of ra tutankhamun #given life forever

[nemainofthewater]

Best Character surnamed : Zhao

Come and vote for the best characters with the same surname!*

What does best mean? It's up to you! Whether you love them, are intrigued by their characters, love to hate them, or they're your '2 second blorbos whose personality you made up wholesale', these are all reasons for you to vote for your favs!

*note, the surnames are not exactly the same in all the cases, as often there will be a different character. I am, however, grouping them all together otherwise things got more complicated.

Propaganda is very welcome! If I’ve forgot anyone, let me know in the notes.

This is part of a larger series of ‘best character with X surname’ polls’. The overview with ongoing polls, winners, and future polls can be found here

#poll #word of honor #guardian #oh my general #ode to joy #ancient detective #serenade of peaceful joy #blood of youth #the heaven sword and the dragon saber #legend of haolan #killer and healer

[k-i-l-l-e-r-b-e-e-6-9]

𝔄 𝔭𝔦𝔠𝔱𝔲𝔯𝔢 𝔬𝔣 𝔞 𝔠𝔞𝔱 𝔦𝔫 𝔣𝔯𝔬𝔫𝔱 𝔬𝔣 𝔞𝔫 𝔈𝔤𝔶𝔭𝔱𝔦𝔞𝔫 𝔱𝔢𝔪𝔭𝔩𝔢.

𝔖𝔬𝔲𝔯𝔠𝔢: 𝔅𝔬𝔯𝔦𝔰Դկօ 𝔬𝔫 𝔠𝔞𝔱𝔭𝔦𝔠𝔱𝔲𝔯𝔢𝔰.

#Philae #cat #guardian #temple of philae #Nile #egypt #ancient egypt #ancient origins #The Temple of Isis at Philae #Philae Temple Complex #photography #black cat #Egyptian temple