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Description Edit: Redrew Zeikun to fit the artstyle in the rest. To view the old version and more info please visit the site: darknights-time.weebly.com/



Another CG art of my Otome project "Dark Nights". 

Drawing trees is so... It's funny that all themes I choose are my weakness OTL Sorry that the game development goes so slow.
Getting inspiration for this style takes a lot time, especially the background. 

Anyway, this is Zeikun, one of the "obtainable" guys. I'm going to post one CG art of all maincharacters, so it will give a better impression of them.
In the beginning I had a lot trouble with his design, but somehow he turned out like this =v=.... I heard a lot positive feedback and he appears one of
the most favorite characters, so I keep his appearance unchanged.

I heard some people like the side characters better, probably because they are more detailed. The reason is that they look the same during the whole game,
unlike the maincharacters who have different outfits. Side characters have to look good too, right? xD

Art and character © Pinlin

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Comments: 79

PuriPuri-Adoptables [2016-01-08 21:30:57 +0000 UTC]

Woah, both this pic and the old one are so good ;-;>
But I preffer this, honestly <3
Have you any tip or tutorial about how to choose colours SO WELL?
Did you start coloring in B&W for ciaroscuro and then put the colors, or you work with colors from the begining?
And sorry for so many questions ;v; I hope you don't mind <3

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Pinlin In reply to PuriPuri-Adoptables [2016-01-08 22:05:37 +0000 UTC]

I'm glad that you saw charm in both xD

I can't tell or explain how to color 'good' because it depends someone's taste. It happens that you like mine and yeah   
When using B&W technique the colors would overlap each other and create a smoother, which I didn't use here.
I always pick colors from the right start and apply base shading. To put it together, I throw some effect maps
over it. I may upload the process of how I draw in this style later. Meanwhile you can have fun guessing the
techniques xD

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PuriPuri-Adoptables In reply to Pinlin [2016-01-09 01:30:03 +0000 UTC]

Ok ovó I just start using B&W technique and yes, it can be pretty,
but i feel less control with the coloring, that disgust me >_<
But I'll keep practising both techniques anyway *masochist*
Thank you so much! uvu/ <3

And would be great if you submit your coloring process~

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AoToPn [2015-09-13 13:21:34 +0000 UTC]

he is the first guy i want to have a romance with in the game!great work!^^ <3 he is so handsome!<3 o <3
about the side characters i think some of them should be obtainable like the main characters like roya and chain for example, i know its a lot of work but could you please think about it please.
 

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Spammyx3 [2015-06-15 17:54:13 +0000 UTC]

> u < !!!

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MioHeart [2015-05-12 13:03:40 +0000 UTC]

Woah...  

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MirajaneGosh [2015-05-07 17:51:32 +0000 UTC]

Hot and handsome guy - perfect for otome game <3 

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AikoNekoOtaku [2015-05-05 09:32:59 +0000 UTC]

Oh man. That's SO cool. e 3e

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AL-LikesFood [2015-04-18 19:23:59 +0000 UTC]

Trees are such a struggle right?   

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JazeIsMyName [2015-04-16 17:12:09 +0000 UTC]

omg this is so amazing

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luigilover23 [2015-04-16 15:12:26 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful! 

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Catluckey [2015-04-15 22:56:19 +0000 UTC]

Love your whole picture and the angle!

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amberittokiotoya [2015-04-15 02:00:58 +0000 UTC]

LOVE ITTTT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Kimidoll [2015-04-14 21:18:11 +0000 UTC]

I wish I could fave again ahaha

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Coraleana [2015-04-14 16:01:05 +0000 UTC]

This looks really nice.
Drawing trees can be annoying. X3 But yours look just fine. I love the glowing plants. ^^
And you did a great job on the character. I like his eyes, they make him look sexy.

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MyLovelyBlueEyes [2015-04-14 15:17:19 +0000 UTC]

Sexy!   

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SakuraPetalWolf [2015-04-14 08:02:17 +0000 UTC]

Love it ;3 Great Job!

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pinelopi-z [2015-04-14 07:07:50 +0000 UTC]

WOW, just WOW!!! *-*

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Bamoh-cchi [2015-04-14 04:49:28 +0000 UTC]

ZEIIKUUNNN WAAHH ///// 
Gosh this is lovely T^T 
And again you have improved since last time!! *o*/ 
I love the trees & the lightning so much waah 
AND THIS BODY GOSH HIS BODYYYY 
LEMME TOUCH IT OMG 

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Pinlin In reply to Bamoh-cchi [2015-04-14 10:55:31 +0000 UTC]

Lol I always love your comments
Actually I'm still using the same technique from last year but added more colors.
Heuhue maybe you get to touch- //perv face

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Bamoh-cchi In reply to Pinlin [2015-04-14 15:54:11 +0000 UTC]

usdhfsudhf ///// 
DONT YOU LOVE ME //CRAIS// JKJKJK
Ohhhh!!! But you've improved that technique!! *___* 
OMG YES //TOUCHES
And his haaiir omg, I would braid it everyday ;//W//; 

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NemoraFarraige [2015-04-14 04:19:52 +0000 UTC]

Oh my gawd pinlin
//strokes his hair
THAT HAIR
OMG
OMGGGGGGGGG
and that bishie omg
omgggggg
AH MAN I LOVE HIIIM

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Pinlin In reply to NemoraFarraige [2015-04-14 10:57:49 +0000 UTC]

I'm glad that you like him
He's my only male OC who has long hair, I thought why not?
Ah, you'll get to see more of him. A lot more

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NemoraFarraige In reply to Pinlin [2015-04-30 15:09:25 +0000 UTC]

Oh gawd totally
LONG HAIRED BISHIE IS PEEEEEERF <33333

OMG REALLY THAT'S GREAT OMG
I REALLY LOVE LONG HAIRED GUY AND OMG
HE IS JUST TOO PERFECT PLEASE //shot that smile

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Undeciria [2015-04-14 02:01:53 +0000 UTC]

  I admire your dedication on those trees Pinlin-
ughhhhht long haired guys- my real weakness 

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lightwingliki [2015-04-14 01:31:20 +0000 UTC]

oh <3 now i want to play the game. 

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snoweffectjw [2015-04-14 01:14:09 +0000 UTC]

hawt guy ^^

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halcyonicfalconx [2015-04-14 01:07:17 +0000 UTC]

Oooh that's pretty nice~

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Trebol25 [2015-04-14 00:30:50 +0000 UTC]

Very very good work

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EzmeAG98 [2015-04-14 00:05:36 +0000 UTC]

dhfhsdkfhshf its amazing stil!

Also may I ask how you balance being busy and doing your game? Im busy with school but also have a manga Im working on but dont know how to balance the two.....

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Pinlin In reply to EzmeAG98 [2015-04-14 11:05:47 +0000 UTC]

I try to work on it as much as I can in my spare time. Before sleeping and after getting up, I write the drafts using my phone. 
Later on I copy them to my pc (~*3*)~ Right now all I think about is how to develop the characters and ideas for CG art.
Guess I'm sacrificing too much on this project? XD Instead watching anime and stuff I try to be productive. It's all about
motivation and scheduling (*7*)9

Even with school I doubt you're doing homework 24/7. Even the little "breaks" count as spare time. Ehh... now it sounds
like I have no life LMAO. Jk jk, just focus on your goal and don't be distracted. 

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EzmeAG98 In reply to Pinlin [2015-04-15 04:01:10 +0000 UTC]

Ah Im sure Senpais life is better than mine >/////>

Thank you for the help. I will try to be productive and try my hardest like Senpai! Lets be productive together! *bow* >/////>

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Moo-sicle [2015-04-13 23:44:50 +0000 UTC]

Oh my gosh this is so awes-mazing!! <3

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LimSeirir [2015-04-13 22:32:18 +0000 UTC]

OOOO!!! it looks great!!! The new website layout looks gorgeous too!!!

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Pinlin In reply to LimSeirir [2015-04-14 11:06:57 +0000 UTC]

Yay thank you so much! Before I had trouble picking a theme, I wanted it either dark or light.
Btw, your new icon looks adorable <3

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LimSeirir In reply to Pinlin [2015-04-14 22:38:49 +0000 UTC]

hehe I love the new look xD

Thank you! My friend made it for me <3

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OtakuNekoSan [2015-04-13 21:25:31 +0000 UTC]

Ooo amazing work as always

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Belzoot [2015-04-13 21:06:26 +0000 UTC]

What a hottie! i love the shadows!

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Donimations [2015-04-13 20:52:57 +0000 UTC]

Man, I'm diggin' that anatomy. But his chin...

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sergioswag [2015-04-13 20:07:19 +0000 UTC]

So is this like a story line?

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spiral-paynt [2015-04-13 19:41:17 +0000 UTC]

Waaa he's so pretty! I love the lighting here ahhh It has the sun rays forest feel to it~

Good luck with your game, I look forward to see more updates!~

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Pinlin In reply to spiral-paynt [2015-04-13 20:37:11 +0000 UTC]

Hehe thank you! Hopefully I draw this mood again.
I haven't drawn the forest background yet, but did this scenario already XD""

Ah, I feel so delighted that you follow this project >w<

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spiral-paynt In reply to Pinlin [2015-04-15 00:31:20 +0000 UTC]

I hope to see more than!

And yes! I find it interesting and something that would be really fun to play!

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KiranKon [2015-04-13 19:37:41 +0000 UTC]

Looks amazing!!

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Sapphireblueocean [2015-04-13 19:36:50 +0000 UTC]

He looks handsome and attractive~! I like how he is surrounded with the daylight nature. He looks quiet and calm and really manly strong. I like his character design. The perception here is good too. I felt the scenery, the trees, they all look good and it fits well here.
But awesome art work, I love it~!!     

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Pinlin In reply to Sapphireblueocean [2015-04-13 20:11:52 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! The scenario is within the forest thus he is surrounded by trees. I made a few minor changes to his design,
I'm glad that you like the newer version ^^ Still need to practice cellshaded trees hehe~~ 

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Sapphireblueocean In reply to Pinlin [2015-04-13 20:20:12 +0000 UTC]

Ah, you can do it, keep trying your best! And you're welcome.

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mayu17 [2015-04-13 19:34:31 +0000 UTC]

Hot dude. QwQ Great art. x3

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jun-hae [2015-04-13 19:31:32 +0000 UTC]

that braid tho //touches

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XandImus [2015-04-13 19:31:00 +0000 UTC]

pretty grand design!

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