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Published: 2017-10-03 13:49:48 +0000 UTC; Views: 22937; Favourites: 1734; Downloads: 115
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Description It's October, which means #inktober - I got so inspired by the influx of Inktober submissions that I couldn't resist adding number one of a mythological beast list, which was created by, @thornwolfart
This creature is Akhnut - it's an Inuit mythological beast in form of an orca. However when it reaches land, it transforms into a wolf like creature. I wanted to create a transition between both forms and put emphasis on its transformation. His body also has ancient Inuit drawing patterns.
Done with fineliner, Karismacolor and Mepxy markers.
I don't think I can follow the challenge as I have to focus on Haunter of Dreams. But this was a nice, quick break.

I'm actually toying with myself to get up two to three hours earlier to follow the Inktober challenge in the morning and then return to my comic project right after. Still figuring out for myself whether or not this would be insane or benefitting. it's definitely so much fun that I may be able to add a couple extra later.

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Comments: 46

Evodolka [2019-02-12 00:16:12 +0000 UTC]

wow, this is really awesome
i have only just recently heard of the Akhlut, but i LOVE it already and the depiction shown here is just amazing, looks like it is mid transformation as it beaches onto land

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RolandLatoreSpeed [2018-10-13 18:48:28 +0000 UTC]

Wow!! Vividly amazing and brilliantly elaborate! I've always been fascinated with mythological creatures, and the Akhlut is no exception. The way you captured its grace and anatomy is just...Β breathtakingΒ  Β  Β 
Love how captivating your work is...Β  Β  Β Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β 
It's perfect... Β  Β  Β 

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CreativeFiddler [2018-09-08 03:34:24 +0000 UTC]

this is awesome I want this as a pet

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SilverSugar [2017-11-08 04:37:49 +0000 UTC]

Gorgeous~!

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Galidor-Dragon [2017-11-04 20:39:24 +0000 UTC]

Love the water effect!!!

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DraconicVortex [2017-10-24 07:35:49 +0000 UTC]

This is amazing!!!

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Cyansky95 [2017-10-16 02:12:06 +0000 UTC]

Love the elements of both in the transition, and the use of the patterns!

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Astra-Planetshine [2017-10-08 23:19:41 +0000 UTC]

wonderful!

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TheoneColdSpark [2017-10-08 14:56:08 +0000 UTC]

"Ahk-newt? Ahk-naught? Ahk-naht?"
Well, you learn something new every day.

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Abrade1 [2017-10-05 02:44:13 +0000 UTC]

I wish I was that ripped...Β 

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StupidCupidMusic [2017-10-04 20:15:15 +0000 UTC]

awesome! how can i see thornwolfartΒ΄s list without instagram? i love mythical creatures and maybe join!

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AlectorFencer In reply to StupidCupidMusic [2017-10-07 18:58:33 +0000 UTC]

Ahh, sorry for the late response. I'm glad you found the list. Enjoy!

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StupidCupidMusic In reply to AlectorFencer [2017-10-08 08:07:21 +0000 UTC]

no problem and thank you!

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StupidCupidMusic In reply to StupidCupidMusic [2017-10-04 20:24:34 +0000 UTC]

oh i found it

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FaceofVictory23 [2017-10-04 18:49:37 +0000 UTC]

Wow! This is awesome!

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Randomplayer329 [2017-10-04 06:54:12 +0000 UTC]

Oh my god the muscles and anatomy on this piece blew me away, in addition to the awe this inspired from discovering this interesting new creature for the first time. Great job man!

: )

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AlectorFencer In reply to Randomplayer329 [2017-10-07 18:58:15 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much!

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elzataerinn [2017-10-04 06:50:59 +0000 UTC]

Fantastic concept.

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Ururuty [2017-10-04 04:49:24 +0000 UTC]

well done

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SilverAureus [2017-10-04 02:53:05 +0000 UTC]

oh more people know what this is! yay obscure mythology!

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EmperorRindovan [2017-10-04 02:12:24 +0000 UTC]

What an interesting creature!

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AnnaRDunster [2017-10-04 00:47:37 +0000 UTC]

I love the air-to-underwater transition.

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PhoenixCalifornia [2017-10-03 19:25:36 +0000 UTC]

I like how you coloured half of it but left the other half in black and white. Amazing!

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AlectorFencer In reply to PhoenixCalifornia [2017-10-07 18:58:46 +0000 UTC]

Thank you!

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PhoenixCalifornia In reply to AlectorFencer [2017-10-09 01:01:33 +0000 UTC]

Your welcome!

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Night-Anders [2017-10-03 19:20:15 +0000 UTC]

Akhluts are easily one of my favorite mythological beasts, it's such a shame it's not very well known. Seeing one drawn in your style was quite a delight x3.

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AlectorFencer In reply to Night-Anders [2017-10-07 18:59:21 +0000 UTC]

I'm glad you enjoy it!

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Tabanoffi [2017-10-03 19:10:59 +0000 UTC]

This looks awesome
I love akhluts.

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Alexandoria [2017-10-03 18:19:06 +0000 UTC]

Oh wow, this is wonderful! Your works is amazing and I definitely strive to achieve this level

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Eveeka [2017-10-03 17:37:52 +0000 UTC]

Awesome work. <3

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ardashir [2017-10-03 17:25:17 +0000 UTC]

Great work. I do like seeing monsters from more seldom used mythologies, even if I only know about the Akhlut from the Pathfinder RPG.

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julian0123 [2017-10-03 17:15:14 +0000 UTC]

It looks incredible

Inuit?

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DarkstripeShadowpaw [2017-10-03 17:10:29 +0000 UTC]

Interesting mythical creature; I never heard of it before. Thanks!

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SnowblindOtter [2017-10-03 17:06:53 +0000 UTC]

This... is probably one of the best representation of an Akhnut I've ever seen. This is fucking amazing. Almost something like what you'd expect from a boss-fight in Okami with the way the art is done!

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AlectorFencer In reply to SnowblindOtter [2017-10-07 18:59:38 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much!

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SnowblindOtter In reply to AlectorFencer [2017-10-08 00:39:42 +0000 UTC]

You are most welcome. I need to get back into the habit of just impulsively adding things to my favorites again, I can't believe I didn't do that earlier. Thought I had...

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Darigaaz-the-Igniter [2017-10-03 16:46:31 +0000 UTC]

Giant water doggo

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AlanSteenhouwer [2017-10-03 16:40:25 +0000 UTC]

Strangely apt since both are pack animals.

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AKAKent [2017-10-03 16:14:02 +0000 UTC]

Magnificent

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MyrielLachance [2017-10-03 15:41:09 +0000 UTC]

Really interesting mythological beast! Love the story behind it and the way you drew it is absolutely amazing! ;D

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GR-MaroonWolf [2017-10-03 15:37:21 +0000 UTC]

Your fish has autism :'D

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AlanSteenhouwer In reply to GR-MaroonWolf [2017-10-03 16:39:59 +0000 UTC]

Β As an aspie, I have no idea how one would begin to diagnose a wolf-dolphin for being on the spectrum

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Herebellama [2017-10-03 14:49:56 +0000 UTC]

I love this, its so unique.

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DSegno92 [2017-10-03 14:46:52 +0000 UTC]

Puts a creepy meaning to the word "seawolf"...

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Draco56 [2017-10-03 14:23:03 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful and cool design.

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firefysh1140 [2017-10-03 13:59:35 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful piece of work, Alector.Β 

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