tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25117667096123921952024-02-07T06:20:16.153-08:00_________ Vs. SuperheroesLike superheroes, but hate their costumes?
Make up something better.Dave Murrayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01080597698203651991noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2511766709612392195.post-58694832755368539972011-11-22T20:08:00.001-08:002011-11-22T20:08:48.473-08:00Invincible redesign 3<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcBRXSuRM73BOWrfckd1ludmhyphenhyphenfT-s5ZdQd4AYBgIe4ZE8UR03kQUh7xhVPscXpiuQ9LOI8dRhedgCO7eHBADEJh6xR-sKz_4K4od5gYmO9Q_1TRsuU7hh-7sJ1zb2EMO_9SbsEx-dkGti/s1600/davemurray_invincible3.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 248px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcBRXSuRM73BOWrfckd1ludmhyphenhyphenfT-s5ZdQd4AYBgIe4ZE8UR03kQUh7xhVPscXpiuQ9LOI8dRhedgCO7eHBADEJh6xR-sKz_4K4od5gYmO9Q_1TRsuU7hh-7sJ1zb2EMO_9SbsEx-dkGti/s400/davemurray_invincible3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5678038356760196866" /></a>Masked Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09501762169720191063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2511766709612392195.post-14705386908069451532011-11-21T17:36:00.001-08:002011-11-21T17:37:08.904-08:00Invincible redesign 2<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikKIFckCwOJvVM0lm7kjmvq7_AOD9cwKffiQhtCRTgWJJjSanGOjpm_vMAMHwJ-rGePqnZO6qyYAKvulIaGTOZdgy63GCIdQiaXBhWAGh7JVDZupWHNAfDbebzj5jB6-zuCsOzcmg5UiZz/s1600/davemurray_invincible2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 249px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikKIFckCwOJvVM0lm7kjmvq7_AOD9cwKffiQhtCRTgWJJjSanGOjpm_vMAMHwJ-rGePqnZO6qyYAKvulIaGTOZdgy63GCIdQiaXBhWAGh7JVDZupWHNAfDbebzj5jB6-zuCsOzcmg5UiZz/s400/davemurray_invincible2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5677628175033692898" /></a>Masked Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09501762169720191063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2511766709612392195.post-75723674941529288592011-11-20T11:16:00.001-08:002011-11-20T11:17:07.448-08:00Invincible redesign 1<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGuseqhLJJKLR63HYw03fXcX0_zMBzLezl57YjUtvFVSYsswqd1QlYdrd5-zqL-zE95lCw4fPgNOF1qsbjFuiMyAmZ13g9cOovcvqdGrseWX6JATikbjjZ6pydDHIHO42pVChZ7Gq75zN8/s1600/davemurray_invincible.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 249px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGuseqhLJJKLR63HYw03fXcX0_zMBzLezl57YjUtvFVSYsswqd1QlYdrd5-zqL-zE95lCw4fPgNOF1qsbjFuiMyAmZ13g9cOovcvqdGrseWX6JATikbjjZ6pydDHIHO42pVChZ7Gq75zN8/s400/davemurray_invincible.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5677159142147523570" /></a>Masked Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09501762169720191063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2511766709612392195.post-7491411111980943092011-11-11T17:39:00.001-08:002011-11-11T17:40:51.426-08:00Taskmaster<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm1ro3PpWMBln6MSNNERvue4V1p6R2zLffmBcyCM_N2UBC_xGFBfNujk4emxm0LV0NT_Rfk5Imhr0mV8tKHX2e0h09ichiZIQJeGUoqrMEzeuKW00XeGjLyhla8QF87is5ctlwQNfFco6h/s1600/taskmaster.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 319px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm1ro3PpWMBln6MSNNERvue4V1p6R2zLffmBcyCM_N2UBC_xGFBfNujk4emxm0LV0NT_Rfk5Imhr0mV8tKHX2e0h09ichiZIQJeGUoqrMEzeuKW00XeGjLyhla8QF87is5ctlwQNfFco6h/s400/taskmaster.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5673918150399984530" /></a>less swashbuckling, more badass.Masked Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09501762169720191063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2511766709612392195.post-7752944921638541452011-11-06T14:52:00.001-08:002011-11-06T14:54:12.148-08:00Deathlok<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1yhuYibKMpl_Yc2RjLfihdGfWPyKMvR-w5BeNPcBWfaQ0_KbyCHhl5SR44LWiBm5KQ9t0h18OItoUVUIe7Cqad19cQsNC4adJJV6_Af1vBUtuO6tB09y3CEQqIbTFlQljzJb-05KJoHn5/s1600/deathlok.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 249px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1yhuYibKMpl_Yc2RjLfihdGfWPyKMvR-w5BeNPcBWfaQ0_KbyCHhl5SR44LWiBm5KQ9t0h18OItoUVUIe7Cqad19cQsNC4adJJV6_Af1vBUtuO6tB09y3CEQqIbTFlQljzJb-05KJoHn5/s400/deathlok.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5672019918202541618" /></a>Masked Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09501762169720191063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2511766709612392195.post-29428111314540383972011-11-02T07:35:00.001-07:002011-11-02T07:39:52.126-07:00Batman<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEAGmnmgW439XUu37vvwkyhsM_qSh4fKIC4j7ltZy-j6-LxfSmU9uoaypDtKGYrtaL_tehr3qqoh9Drh6s9lC5xHBrnZkUW_U00YtfLkSwQrYV_0cYXRNHAq-E9T8qa5gvCNXU_sO37h68/s1600/batman.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 288px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEAGmnmgW439XUu37vvwkyhsM_qSh4fKIC4j7ltZy-j6-LxfSmU9uoaypDtKGYrtaL_tehr3qqoh9Drh6s9lC5xHBrnZkUW_U00YtfLkSwQrYV_0cYXRNHAq-E9T8qa5gvCNXU_sO37h68/s400/batman.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5670407279247138658" /></a><br /><div> <p class="p1"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>So, this <span class="s1">Batman</span> redesign needs some backstory. I picture this costume being worn by a Bruce Wayne who is just slightly past his prime. That is to say, he's still better than 95% of what he faces on a daily basis, but he doesn't quite move as fast as he once did, and those bruises take a bit longer to heal. I also wanted to create something with a bit more realism in mind - less fancy gadgety. My focus with this costume was to create a <span class="s1">Batman</span> that could take the fight right to the streets. I know some people will say that <span class="s1">Batman</span> probably enjoys the pain dished out on him, I think there comes a time when you have to have a pit of self preservation if you're looking to maintain a prolonged one-man war on crime.</p> <p class="p2"><br /></p> <p class="p1">A breakdown of the suit:</p> <p class="p2">• Armored helmet - this is a gimme. From what I've seen in current <span class="s1">Batman</span> comics, ol' Bruce's headgear has become much more rugged. He may be a top notch combatant, but he's also got a top notch brain to protect.</p> <p class="p2">• The basic suit - I love the classic, simplified bat logo. Under the suit, there's a layer of body armor, which adds a bit of bulkiness. Military style shoulder, elbow and knee pads are added - these are durable and will protect joints from impact/blows. What's more, they're easily replacable. I know some may say that money is no object to Bruce Wayne, but these are parts that are going to get worn out frequently.</p> <p class="p2">• Gauntlets - these are armored, of course. Whether it be punching or blocking, having an armored gauntlet is nothing but an advantage. And no, they can't shoot rockets.</p> <p class="p2">• Boots - army style combat boots. But, they still have secret compartments.</p> <p class="p2">• Cape - I loved that the cape from <span class="s1">Batman</span>/Grendel had weighted tips for use as an offensive weapon. While this may be true of present-day <span class="s1">Batman</span>, it's a detail that I think is largely glossed over. Here, I've emphasized the ball-bearing tips. They're attached through the cape with a high-strength wire - I picture this <span class="s1">Batman</span> being able to use the bearings as an impromptu grappling hook. As for the cape itself - it's made of kevlar, reinforced with a flexible titanium mesh covers from neck/shoulders to about the belt line for added protection.</p> <p class="p2">• Equipment - here's where I think I'll get the biggest gripe. Yes, <span class="s1">Batman</span> has a gun. </p> <p class="p2"><br /></p> <p class="p1">Hear me out.</p> <p class="p2"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>The gun comes from two inspirations - The Dark Knight Returns, and Terminator 2. In DKR, <span class="s1">Batman</span> uses a rifle to create a tightrope to walk between buildings. In T2, the T-800 uses a grenade launcher to non-lethally disable police officers. The whole idea of <span class="s1">Batman</span>'s shotgun here is to be a non-lethal utility weapon/tool. It can be loaded with beanbag and gas rounds to disable criminals, and also a grappling hook/line combo, for scaling walls and swinging from rooftops. Aside from that, it's a pretty decent melee weapon in the hands of someone as skilled as <span class="s1">Batman</span>.</p> <p class="p2"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Other examples of equipment are flashbang and smoke grenades, telescopic batons, concealed hacksaws, lockpicks, and acids.</p> <p class="p2"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>As I said before, this a more realistic <span class="s1">Batman</span> - I've stripped away a lot of the gadgetry in favour of a leaner and meaner fighter. This <span class="s1">batman</span> is out to break arms, legs and hips, but not kill - whatever is the most efficient way to end a threat is the way that will be chosen.</p></div>Dave Murrayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01080597698203651991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2511766709612392195.post-81752910473860029992011-11-01T21:51:00.001-07:002011-11-01T21:51:51.575-07:00Spiderman<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2y_fx5UZWLzayYV2BSt8kO9g06GpJl2M2yqF1A24aoT4LGXnhGAb3qzmLTpKY-6F8zZV7Ms478sISCNIZCMsiB_-LKJhshCCPScdfWXdp_Uk4apnaVpQkGDshDCXJKZmC4yA6nDoqKiUJ/s1600/davemurray_spiderman.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 335px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2y_fx5UZWLzayYV2BSt8kO9g06GpJl2M2yqF1A24aoT4LGXnhGAb3qzmLTpKY-6F8zZV7Ms478sISCNIZCMsiB_-LKJhshCCPScdfWXdp_Uk4apnaVpQkGDshDCXJKZmC4yA6nDoqKiUJ/s400/davemurray_spiderman.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5670256643605171570" /></a>Dave Murrayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01080597698203651991noreply@blogger.com0