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Jedi!Maul eye color
I'm a really big fan of Jedi!Maul idea (if anybody interest in this topic I recommend to check out @genifer-championofpaldea's writings and @scuttlebuttin's arts). I always wondering how would he look without his iconic sith eyes. So tried out things.
Ok, change the eye color. But what color?
Blue of course!
But what shade?
Well Savage had a really interesting eye color, before his transformation. So I took his eye color as a reference:
(yes I know this picture is too bright, but I really like this color, so I stayed with that).
Now I have the reference so we can jump on the fun things!
Original clip:
With Savage's eye color:
Wow, okay that looks pretty good.
TRY WITH OTHER CLIP!
Original clip:
With Savage's eye color:
Okay I love it! Jedi!Maul would be amazing with blue eyes.
But what if I take Feral as reference? He is also Maul's brother, why don't we try it?
For reference:
(yes, yes again too bright, but now I have reason and I will tell later.)
So try with it with this color:
Original clip:
With Feral's eye color:
Not a wow feeling, but he looks softer with this color.
Try with the other clip:
Original clip:
With Feral's eye color:
Again not a big change but looks softer.
Why I made the reference too bright/light?
Well it is a little bit bittersweet.
Feral's reference if I stay with the original which is that:
And if we compare this picture with Maul:
Yep that's the problem. They (almost) have the same eye color.
And it's bittersweet (maybe just for me) to see how similar they are.
Well I would stay with the blue color but it was fun too try out other ideas.
So thanks for the attentions!
Finally we watched the Mandalorian and immediately thought about Maul. Well he definietly sits more comfortable than Bo-Katan.
(She is like 'Fuck this. This is MY fucking throne no matter how uncomfortable I WILL SIT HERE.)
I started to work in a new place, so I didn't have so much time but I wanted to do something just for fun. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Always remember, I am fear! Always remember, I am hunter! Always remember, I am filth! Always remember, I am nothing!
"But what the world fails to realize is that a villain is just a victim whose story hasn't been told.”
― Chris Colfer
"Some people survive chaos and that is how they grow. And some people thrive in chaos, because chaos is all they know."
Chaos | Nikita Gill
Bonus:
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New week, new effect to try ^.^ Base idea was from @maxbegone's through-line effect.
"Some people survive chaos and that is how they grow. And some people thrive in chaos, because chaos is all they know."
Chaos | Nikita Gill
Bonus:
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New week, new effect to try ^.^ Base idea was from @maxbegone's through-line effect.
@swsource one year celebration: Day 1 - Tropes
↳ Opress brothers tropes
@swsource one year celebration: Day 2 - Dynamics
↳Savage and Feral Opress brother dynamics
@swsource one year celebration: Day 3- Duels
↳ Darth Maul vs Darth Sidious
@swsource one year celebration: Day 4 - Music (insp + insp)
↳ Billie Eilish - you should see me in a crown
Witches and Monsters/Nightsisters Trilogy arc
TCW arc 1/?
Sexiest Aliens (Responses) - Darth Maul answers (not all, just my personal favourites)
Sexiest Aliens (Responses) - Darth Maul answers (not all, just my personal favourites)
Brothers of Dathomir Poster 🖤
note that this is not the right dimensions to be used as a wallpaper but can be if you want
lmk if you guys are interested in a wallpaper version of this as well as my Plan of Dissent poster!
If Maul ever gets a spin-off, I think the announcement teaser would be something like this.
Rex Remembers
Rex didn’t know how he missed it. He walked closer to the multi-haired girl. On her shoulder, that number he has seen it before. It was the symbol of his brother. He hadn’t seen it in a long time. He walked closer to her and touched the symbol. Ashoka looked at her old friend, and realized why he looked so sad. That five was a huge part of his life back in the Clone Wars. His eyes filled with tears.
“Fives.” Was all he whispered. And all it took for Ashoka to take two huge strides toward her friend. And she put her hand on his shoulder.
“What’s going on Ashoka?” Sabine asked. The crew of the ghost looking on in curiosity. Rex dropped his hand to his side and sighed.
“This was the symbol of one of my brothers. CT-25555. Fives. He was so proud of that number he got it tattooed on his forehead. Dumb as shit he was. But smarter than anyone else I knew. Except for Echo. Also dumb as shit.” Rex let out a small laugh as Ashoka tightened her grip on his shoulder.
“These where some of the men that served under Rex and I. They where some of the best men anyone could ask for.” She laughed, “We had great time with them.”
Ezra stole a glimpse at Sabine locking eyes with her. Curiosity written across his face. Sabine went to motion him not to ask. But his curiosity got the best of them.
“Really?” The small blue haired boy asked.
Rex was taken aback. Before he started laughing. He reminded him of Echo always curious, ever learning. While the girl reminded him of Fives, rambunctious and always looking for a fight, but fiercely protective. Fitting she got his number.
“Yes. Those where my brothers. We fought side by side in many battles. From the Rishi moon, to Umbara. I met them at at Rishi moon base. They never left my side after that day.
On the battle of Kamino they fought bravely protecting the cadets with us. Fives was a grand speaker, he inspired us. He inspired me.
Echo on the other hand, was not good with people. But he was smart. If you needed to know something you go to him.
On the Citadel he fought bravely.” Rex took in a deep breath. The crew was sat around him listening intently to his stories. Even Kanan had sat down to lis
“Echo went for the shuttle. And it exploded. We couldn’t go for him. We had to leave.” He had to take another minute to compose himself. Ashoka put her arm around him. And he looked at her and smile.
“Fives was devastated, as was I. But Fives more than anyone. Fives became more sullen and quiet. But never lost the fire in his eye. He fought braver than ever after that. Maybe because he had nothing left to live for. But it was on Umbara where he really shined.
Our temporary Jedi general turned on us. He tried to warn me, but I wouldn’t listen. I was a fool not to listen. He fought courageously at my side.
It was when another of my men, Tup, his chip malfunctioned. Fives was the one who discovered it. He was framed by the chancellor, and he tried to warn me again. I this time I listened. He was shot. I held him in my arms as he died.
Later we found Echo was alive. Fives would have been ecstatic to have his brother back. Echo left with another group of clones. One he fit in with. It hurt to see him go.” Rex stopped and dropped his head into his hands. Ashoka also dropped her head. The crew looked around sadly, but was surprised when Rex started laughing.
“Uh, Rex are you ok?” Ashoka asked. Rex nodded still laughing.
“I was just thinking of that time y’all painted my armor.” It took Ashoka a minute before she realized the memory he was talking about. And turned red in shame. Which only made Rex laugh harder and Ashoka turn reder. The crew looked at the pair. Before Ezra just had to ask another question.
“What are you talking about?”
“Once before a week long mission. Ashoka, Fives, and Echo snuck into my chamber and painted my armor pink. I had no time to wipe it off or paint over it before we had to leave.
I had never been more embarrassed. In my life. The general wouldn’t stop laughing at me.” This caused the crew to begin to laugh as well.
“Are you sure it’s not as embarrassing as that time Fives and Hardcase put bright red hair dye and glitter into your shampoo?” Ashoka asked her old friend.
“Right I forgot about that. That was a long time ago. It stayed red and shiny for weeks.” Rex laughed.
Rex and Ashoka continued to carry on telling stories of the past. The whole crew in tears laughing. The stories of war, stories hope, stories of sadness, stories of pranks and happiness. Stories of not a better time, but a time that came before.
Rex looked at the crew, that time was long gone. Those people where long gone. This is a here and now, this was his family now. And he would protect them with his life.
Homecoming
I’m so sorry its so long and sad. I hate it. It might make you cry beware.
Warning: Death, angst
The war was done. The Empire had fallen, the Rebels had won. Rex let out a shout for his brothers he lost. For the Jedi who had fallen. Rex let a tear slip out, as he looked upon his generals, and honorary brothers, children. Even after a year it still felt like yesterday he had helped win the war. He had known there was something special about them when he had first met them. They looked like them. He knew he’d give his life for those children just like he would have their parents.
He was lost in thought when the boy, Luke, came up to him. He looked so much like his father but had his mother's personality. She would have loved him. He let out a small chuckle, it was funny he looks so much like his father but acts nothing like him.
“Commander Rex.” Luke's voice broke through his thoughts.
“Whatca need Kid?” Rex said standing at attention and saluting. Luke laughed and saluted back.
“You don't need to do that Rex. Not anymore. Anyway I came over to ask you something.” Rex relaxed and sat down on a crate and motioned Luke to follow. And Luke obliged.
“You worked with my dad right? What was he like? What was my mom like?” Rex laughed. Maybe he did have some of his father in him.
“I did work with him. I worked with him for all of the Clone Wars along with his master and padawan. He was my brother. I would have given my life for him and he would have sacrificed his life for me and my brothers. He was one of the best generals in the army and I was proud to serve alongside him.”
Rex paused a minute to take a breath. And saw Leia trying to act like she wasn’t listening. She looked so much like Padme but acted so much like Anakin. “Anakin Skywalker was a proud man who would have given the world for those he loved. He fought right alongside us and never left our side. He was kind, and protective. He only wanted the best for those he loved. He was inventive, and creative. A great flyer and brother. He was everything a man could be. I don’t know why he did what he did, but that wasn’t him. Sure he had his faults but every one did.”
“What were his faults?” Luke asked. Rex laughed.
“He was reckless, and could be selfish. He could be impatient and over-confident. He could lie like nobody's business. You should have seen him woo the Queen of Zygerria. He got her to believe anything he said until he was revealed as a Jedi, even then she was still infatuated with him. Leia reminds me a lot of him. He was charming beyond belief. I will miss him.” Rex trailed off and Luke looked at his hands. Rex wondered what was going on in the youngsters mind.
“What about my mother.” Luke said looking the old soldier in the eye.
“Padme Amidala. The senator of Naboo. Close friend to the Jedi. Padme was a great speaker. Kind and loving. Always looking for the best. Calm in trying situations. She spoke for those who had no voice. She spoke with a confidence beyond her time, with a voice that drew every eye to her. She was an amazing politician. Always looking for the good in people. Always giving mercy. You remind me of her. And so does Leia.” Rex stopped to smile.
“I see both of them in you. In the way you smile. In the way Leia talks. In the way Leia stands up for the weak. Luke, as I get older I see the same eyes in different people. I see Anakin in Leia’s eyes and Padme in yours. I look at you and see all that could have been and all that was. I miss your parents but like them I’d give my life for both of you.” Rex looked at the blonde haired boy sitting beside him. And Luke looked up at him and smiled. Rex felt some discomfort in his chest. Rex shot up and his breath came in short spurts, and collapsed. Luke shot up.
“REX!” Luke shouted and ran to him and Leia did too. Together they both rolled him over. Luke shaked him.
“Rex are you ok?” Rex gave a small smile, but he wasn't looking at Luke. He was looking past him.
“Fives, Echo, Hardcase, Jesse, Tup, and Cody. You're all here. You're all here.” Rex looked behind Luke and was looking at his brothers. All of them. All who died in the name of the Jedi and all who died during Order 66. He saw Gregor laughing with Hardcase and Jesse with his arm around Tup. Fives and Echo with their arms around each other. And Cody, his best friend Cody had his hand out to him. But the one person he didn’t expect to see was Anakin. His general looking like he did during the Clone Wars. With that grin that showed he was up to no good, Obi-Wan right beside him, his eyes shining brightly.
Rex smiled. They hadn’t forgotten about him. They had come for him. A single tear slipped out of his eye down his face and he reached out. He reached out, one last time. For those who had gone before him. His time had come, and it was finally his turn to pass. A small smile was on his face as his hand passed through the air and his heart beat its final beat. Tears streamed down Luke's and Leia’s eyes as they saw a strong soldier die happy. This was a warrior who had fought two wars and survived. He died a warrior's death. He lived a long life and deserved to have peace.
“Sleep well my friend.” Luke whispered.
While Rex may have died he was finally alive. While his hand may have slipped through air in the air. His soul had left his body. He had grabbed onto the hand of his brother. Rex was young again! His blonde hair was back and his brown eyes sparkled with the joy of youth again. Cody pulled him into a hug.
“Good to have you back brother.” Rex said nothing as he hugged his brother back and turned to his other brothers. Fives and Echo ran up to him, shoving to take point. Before Fives shouted at him.
“Permission to take point sir?” Rex laughed and made his way over to his younger brother.
“I’m always first kid.” Rex laughed and grabbed him pulling him into a hug, Echo joining in. Rex let out a small sigh as he looked at Hardcase bouncing and laughing to giddy to stay still.
“You're a good man Rex.” His generals voice said from behind him.
“Always quick on your feet.” Said the other Jedis' voice. Rex saluted them and saw behind them the last brother. The brother he had been looking forward to seeing. The brother who thought he didn’t deserve to be there. Rex pulled away from the Jedi and walked towards him.
“Jesse.” Jesse refused to look at him.
“Jesse, I don't blame you. It’s not your fault. I don’t blame you.” Tears slipped down Jesses’ face and Rex walked forward and grabbed him into a hug.
“I don’t deserve your forgiveness. I tried to kill you. I tried to kill the commander.” Rex didn’t let him pull away.
“Your chip. That's the reason you attacked us. We knew that.” Jesse finally hugged him back. Soon the others had joined them. Reminiscent of what would happen after a battle. A giant pile of clones just holding and comforting each other. Rex smiled. He was home. He was happy.
Armament: 8 x Dual Heavy Turbolaser Turrets, 2 x Duel Medium Turbolaser Cannons, 52 - 60 Point-Defense Laser Cannons, 4 x Heavy Proton Torpedo Launchers, 6 x Heavy Tractor Beam Projectors, 1 x Ventral mounted Beam-weapon, 6 or more x Deck Guns.
Length: 1,155 meters.
Height: 249 meters.
Crew: 9,400 (7,400 x Officers, Enlisted Crew, Pilots, 2,000 x Troopers).
Complement: 192 x V-19 Torrent Fighters/Alpha-3 Nimbus-Class V-wing Star Fighters, 192 x Delta-7 or Delta-7B Aethersprite-class Light Interceptors/Eta-2 Actis-class Interceptors, 36 x ARC-170 Starfighters, Unknown x Clone Wars era Z-95 Head Hunter Starfighters, 24 x AT-TE Walkers, 40 x LAAT/i Gunships, Unknown x Other/Landing crafts.
Shielding: Equipped.
Nav Computer: Equipped.
Hyperdrive: Class 1 with a class 15 as a backup.
Engines: 10.
The Venator-class Star Destroyer Cruiser Protector served as the flagship of the 101st Fleet and the personal command ship of Jedi Knight/General Rhydon Kenobi and Fleet Admiral Whitney Thomas. The Protector, like her sister ship, the Peace of the 82nd Attack Fleet, boasted the Sapphire Blue colors of the 101st Legion rather than the standard crimson red colors of the Republic Navy and was always seen leading the 101st Fleet from the front. Because of the leading from the front belief of the Protector's commanding officers, many in the 101st Fleet would find inspiration, and many ships would follow behind their flagship, eager to see the mission through. Throughout the war, The Protector would be home to many individuals in the 101st Legion, from Rhydon Kenobi and his wives: Zarina Kenobi, Taylor Smith, and Sierra Sommers, to Rhydon Kenobi's padawan Zayla Secura, Admiral Whitney Thomas, ARC Commander Zeus, and many others.
Continuing to fight through the Clone Wars, the Protector would see action through battles such as Christophsis, Ryloth, Geonosis, Saleucami, Kamino, Sullust, Umbara, Ringo Vinda, Anaxes, Coruscant, and Mandalore. Through each battle, the Protector was flanked by the Venator Battleships North Carolina, Washington, Arizona II, Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, California, Tennessee, Nevada, Oklahoma II, Venator Carriers Enterprise, Yorktown II, Hornet II, Wasp II, and Venator Cruisers Baltimore, Bremerton, Arquitens Light Cruisers Brooklyn and St. Louis, Aspis Destroyer Laffey, and Aiwha-class Stealth Ship Nautilus. An aspect of the Protector that made it an impressive ship was the customization that Rhydon Kenobi and Whitney Thomas put into the ship; not only did the cruiser possess a unique color scheme related to its Jedi commander, but the Protector also boasted an advanced shield, armor, and a better weapons system, than most Venator cruisers. This amount of customization to the Protector was seen by many as unnecessary, but Rhydon Kenobi and Admiral Thomas stood by their decision to increase the ship’s combat capabilities.
The downfall of the Flagship Protector would come from several of the final battles of the Clone Wars, in which the ship’s shields were weakened and her armor damaged. This weakened state would come to be stressed to its limit in the Battle of Coruscant, where despite the Protector being kept in the rear of the battle for once, she would still be struck by enemy fire in the battle. Following the Battle of Coruscant, Rhydon and Admiral Whitney recognized that the Protector would more than likely not survive another battle without extensive repairs, but the need to deploy the remaining ships of the 101st Fleet to Mandalore had forced them to put repairs on hold. Rhydon and Whitney’s decision was due to the remaining half of the 101st Fleet, as well as the 332nd Armada, were already at Mandalore, performing a siege operation against the forces of Darth Maul and the Dark Acolyte Zolan Chan.
Upon their arrival at Mandalore, Rhydon had Admiral Whitney transfer any important equipment, as well as any personal items, to anyone aboard the Protector, onto the Enterprise while he led the ground forces to the planet's surface. This would prove beneficial when Order 66 was initiated, causing several clone crew members to turn against the Jedi leadership. Fortunately, the crew of the Protector, and consequently the Enterprise, and several other important 101st Fleet ships, were loyal to the Jedi and refused to follow Order 66, but this would, however, put a massive target on them, as the ships that were going through with the Order, turned on them. As it was, the Protector was situated in the middle of the Fleet formation, and while a good number of the surrounding ships were Jedi loyal, several ships weren't, thus leading to the 101st flagship being fired upon, causing her already weakened state to be further stressed to the breaking point.
Although Admiral Whitney did her best to keep order on the Protector, she would be forced to order the crew and all other clones and personnel aboard to evacuate the cruiser and quickly make her way to an escape pod. In the end, this would come to be the best choice, as the Protector would explode in a massive fireball as the escape pods and vessels made their way to any nearby Jedi loyal ships, the majority of them, including Admiral Whitney's pod, made their way to the Enterprise. Admiral Whitney Thomas would meet up with Commodore Wilhelm Halsey, who served as the commander of the Enterprise, and Jedi General Rhydon Kenobi, who had returned from the planet's surface after being rescued by female clone troopers, alongside his apprentice Zayla Secura, wife Zarina, and the Jedi loyal male clone troopers. After this, the Venator-class Star Destroyer Carrier Enterprise would take up the torch as the new flagship of the 101st Fleet, continuing to honor the legacy of the Venator-class Star Destroyer Cruiser Flagship Protector.