It so happened that while actively playing Ultrakill, I was also playing Dark Souls 3, and for some reason my brain noticed some similarities between Swordsmachine and the Abyss Watchers. Whether it was their appearance or their moveset, I associated these two bosses with each other from then on. And if I imagine what Ultrakill would look like if it was a Soulslike, the fight with Swordsmachine seems kinda like the Abyss Watchers to me. That's the lore of this painting

High-contrast artworks

My Art Summary of 2025

I decided to make my own template and you can use it freely. It also can be downloaded here <- <- <-

"Attachment"

"An old charging tower rises in the middle of a dusty plain. Its outbuildings have long since been destroyed and the structure itself is worn by time, but remnants of energy still flicker within its core."

Tried shading with grainy brush. Also the decoration was inspired by some artworks of Plastiboo :^)

+ gradient map variations:

This ds1 concept art is peak

Decided to draw a study. I have a folder of various artworks and photos that I use as references when coming up with something. One such piece caught my eye to test my skills in drawing buildings and environments in general. Unfortunately, I don't know the original author...

Stroll to the Black Citadel

A soldier hit by explosive crystal projectile

Through the dense dark

Also alternate versions of coloring:

Context: "Mr. Cider" is a drink that has caused about 100 cases of methanol poisoning. And this has spawned quite a few memes, yep

Knight in Shining Armor

hehe, thanks ^ ^

Wish this guest to every home