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October Art prompts 💖

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#artoberfriends 2026 - "Cloud"
A bit of a departure from previous illustrations into the world of AVIATOR, a fantasy/dieselpunk TTRPG setting I've been quietly working on. Think Mad Max but with airplanes.
Wanted to dive into some in-universe cosmic horror 🛩️👻

A highly textured digital illustration of a humanoid figure, obscured from the shoulders up by dense layers of clouds. Its body is a dark, dull red color, and its face, though somewhat obscured, has two dark-red eyes and a gaping mouth with human-like teeth. Wisps of cloud trail from its eyes, mouth, and head as if it has just emerged from a nearby cloud bank, and its eyes seem vaguely fixated on something just off-camera. The image is densely packed with visual effects like fog, smoke, and what appear to be oil splatters, as well as a scrawled message in thin, geometric, intersecting letters that read "DON'T FLY INTO THE CLOUDS". The final letter is somewhat covered by a black splatter. Another feature of the piece is a trail of yellowish-orange sparks in the foreground, which are best seen against the dark shoulder of the creature. These sparks are accompanied by smoke, both of which appear to be coming from just below the edge of the canvas. As detailed in the next image, this illustration is meant to be an in-universe photo from AVIATOR, an RPG setting I am working on.An Obsidian text screenshot that reads: One of the most elusive phenomena ever recorded, the "Red Giant" is a towering entity that appears to possess semi-humanoid features. The only evidence of its existence is a single photograph found aboard the abandoned Ghast Salamander gunship. The photo appears to have been written on by [[Stickstones]] - the mysterious vandal and cartographer for the [[Radio Cult]] - based on the handwriting. Many theories among roving mercenaries have spread about the Red Giant, its nature, and its origins. Based on the photo's composition and background, it appears that the Giant stands either within or up to the cloud layer, incinuating that it must be hundreds of feet in height. Though this seems impossible and, even knowing Stickstones' skills, it is clear the photo isn't doctored. The photo also seems to have captured a trail of smoke and either sparks or ash, suggesting a damaged aircraft. Many speculate that Stickstones snapped this photo after their aircraft was damaged, either by the Giant itself or a previous engagement. Then, of course, is the warning - "Don't fly into the clouds", written in Stickstones' trademark handwriting of jagged, simplistic, intersecting letters. If it is to be believed that this Phenomenon dwells in the clouds, it begs the question how it has never been seen in any other manner. As for the Giant's origins, some believe it to be an Ancient construct that transcends physical space. This would explain its elusiveness, but leaves many questions unanswered. Others believe that due to its coloration, it may have some ties to the derelict Ghast Aircraft, as the corporation notably discovered bacteria-based cloaking tech that allows their prototype M05 "Chameleon" to appear invisible to the naked eye. This too could explain the lack of records, and in some way imbues the Giant with a mortality desired by phenomenon hunters.
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Artober Friends! Symmetry 👉👈
Took a long time to find inspiration for today, as symmetry isn’t something i normally focus on with my artwork but finding the tattoos really turned on a light bulb 💡
I’m excited to see how i can use these ideas in future artworks 😊 #artoberfriends

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