Montre Revamp!
After taking user feedback into consideration, we are happy to present the new montre! This stoic little canine hopes to find a place within your home, and will always try to keep you protected. The montre is also now available in nuclear, cherry and silver!
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Clouds
I honestly like it better. I think the ears could be improved upon and the hip that is showing seems small. But it looks nice, more detail it's a good job. Thanks Subeta.
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Vilvery
The art is definitely better and it looks generally nice. Still, the old one had a certain air about it that has been left out in the improvement. The DM Montre revamp from 2 or so years ago (or rather the loss of the old DM) pretty much broke my heart for this very reason. This is often the case with pet revamps - something about the personality and "soul" of the old pet is lost and it's often hard to point out exactly what that is. So, to sum it up: This is really good, but I'll mourn the old Montre.
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Wolf_Spirit
@Iridescent I was browsing through some of the comments and noticed yours. Foxes are very much canine as they're part of the same canidae family that wolves, coyotes, jackals and domestic dogs are :) Yeah, I agree that it's more coyote-looking than fox, but it's still super cute. You're also allowed to overlay with the current (which might soon become old) art if the look of the DM Montre is changed again. However, the DM Montre was just recently updated a couple of years ago so it might be safe :)
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RunningWild
Such an improvement and much needed revamp! ^^
I'm very happy with this change, I've noticed they're pretty stocky but that doesn't really bother me too much.
I'm very happy with this change, I've noticed they're pretty stocky but that doesn't really bother me too much.
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Bingo
They look more like the Kumos now... but I actually like that they do. XD The revamp looks great! <3
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Autocracy
The only improvements from the original (not the first revamp, the original) are the wings and ears. Everything else looked better originally. This new pet is really stiff. It looks like a plush toy.
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bambi
it's a nice pet but no longer one that i want to have. i much preferred the thinner, sleeker montre. i feel like the artist held true to the eyes but that's about it. ah well.
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kitestrings
this is a huge improvement. the only thing i don't like is the weird sense of depth its ears have. i feel like the revamps are too faithful to the incredibly outdated and generally stylistically awful old art. some people like that, but imo it creates a sort of compromise that ends up making the revamped art look uh... more outdated than it should.
i wish that the artists had the freedom (do they? i just have a hunch they don't) to tweak the species enough to turn them away from the ugly old style while keeping them faithful to the smaller details. like, give it a bigger nose that looks like an actual dog's nose, instead of keeping the microscopic nose of the old design. or give it ears that look more like dog/wolf ears, instead of keeping the nonsensical ears of the old art. the wings look friggin great, but they look weirdly out of place on a body that is sporting a wholly different style, you know?
and i hope this doesn't come across as overly critical because the artist did a phenomenal job for what they had to work with. it's just like... idk. allow the artists to broaden their horizons, in a manner of speaking. or if it was the artist's choice, maybe consider doing that for next time?
(i'm sorry about my wall of text, i've been trying to put my finger on what bugs me about revamps for a long time and i finally figured it out.)
i wish that the artists had the freedom (do they? i just have a hunch they don't) to tweak the species enough to turn them away from the ugly old style while keeping them faithful to the smaller details. like, give it a bigger nose that looks like an actual dog's nose, instead of keeping the microscopic nose of the old design. or give it ears that look more like dog/wolf ears, instead of keeping the nonsensical ears of the old art. the wings look friggin great, but they look weirdly out of place on a body that is sporting a wholly different style, you know?
and i hope this doesn't come across as overly critical because the artist did a phenomenal job for what they had to work with. it's just like... idk. allow the artists to broaden their horizons, in a manner of speaking. or if it was the artist's choice, maybe consider doing that for next time?
(i'm sorry about my wall of text, i've been trying to put my finger on what bugs me about revamps for a long time and i finally figured it out.)
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Unibat
I personally love the new Montre and I've also come to realize that it's hard to please people who don't like change. If I could compare them, it's like Pokemon genwunners.
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Iridescent
I wasn't happy with the last update and this one isn't great for me either.. I kind of hope the darkmatter doesn't get changed any time soon. My girl is supposed to look delicate and sly, not bored and muscular. I mean it's good as a different..look.. but the whole reason I liked the species is because they reminded me of a fox. The new body type looks more canine to me.
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Lecypooh
God job on the revamp, but all the colours that go with the revamp are so plain. No differences. Same pose, same everything just a change of colour scheme and a few details.
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Separatist
I love the revamp, think i finally start loving the montre! Haha. Didn't like the old one at all
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Zay
As an owner of a Montre I'm pretty happy with their update! Granted, I have a Galactic one, but I could possibly see myself getting another Montre in the future in one of these colours too.
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HazelRah
The shading has improved, yes, but I feel like the quality of the art went down. I think for a montre this looks too smooth or roundish. Something about it just doesn't seem right? Like now it looks so smooth it's almost like clay. It doesn't have enough detail, I think, and all of the texture of it is the same. I don't think this is an improvement at all when identifying all aspects of it.
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Briar
Yay! Nose got fixed! Too bad the wings are still busted..... They could use some rework, but better than before. Really happy overall with this revamp.
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bipolarness
I don't mind if they update the "special" colored ones. But I hope they don't change the pose on spectrum. It's literally the perfect color/pose for Scribblet. <3
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Cinder
Aha the two montres I have, the Arid and the Lilac still haven't been updated. It amuses me.
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Botanist
The little changes have improved it a lot for me, especially the ear and snout. Good work!
(also I like that the montre has no visible mouth. It's all mysterious, innit)
(also I like that the montre has no visible mouth. It's all mysterious, innit)
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odduckOasis
There's some good improvements from the original. I like that the front feet are further apart like how a dogs/canines are. This revamp does indeed make it look more canine and less vupline (tho I liked it being more vulpine myself)- BUT, most people still equate foxes with canines, not really knowing the difference, so I don't see an issue. Anyways- the neck seems a little too small still or the head is a little too big- slightly disproportionate. But it's not a big deal I don't think.
As far as anyone wondering about other colors revamps- the storm is new, it won't be revamped- the bloodred color is a revamp. The only colors I can think of outside of basic that would probably get revamped is reborn and darkmatter, cuz they're a bit outdated- and /maybe/ hydrus, but not sure on that of course.
Overall, it's nice- the wings are still my fave part. Good job on the updates and thanks for keeping on top of all of this. =)
As far as anyone wondering about other colors revamps- the storm is new, it won't be revamped- the bloodred color is a revamp. The only colors I can think of outside of basic that would probably get revamped is reborn and darkmatter, cuz they're a bit outdated- and /maybe/ hydrus, but not sure on that of course.
Overall, it's nice- the wings are still my fave part. Good job on the updates and thanks for keeping on top of all of this. =)
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Strength
They look absolutely lovely. I just turned my only Montre into a Steamwork Lain, but I may have to find room for another one in the future!
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Kenobi
Screams quietly and changes Anakin Skywalker to a montre. Thank you subeta they look so good.
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Hoshi
"Oh hey, Montre revamp! I wondered what happened to that. Likin' the lilac one there. I hope th--"
>This stoic little canine
I ALWAYS... I THOUGHT IT WAS A CAT??
>This stoic little canine
I ALWAYS... I THOUGHT IT WAS A CAT??
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Darkfae_635
Curious to see how the Storm Montres come out, since my Montre is a Storm. I do like the revamp a bit more than the original, since the nose doesn't look quite so awkward, and the feathers make it look the the Montre's tail is actually moving. It's also just a wee bit larger than the original.
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Marine
I saw this on the news page and my first thought was literally "well, there's going to be a lot of angry people today, isn't there"?
I'm glad to see that there's not nearly as much whining as I expected, lol. I never liked Montres that much, but they look a lot better now!
I'm glad to see that there's not nearly as much whining as I expected, lol. I never liked Montres that much, but they look a lot better now!
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Tempest
I actually really, really love the revamp! I'm excited to see the non-common pose colors as well. :)
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Yuzu
MUCH better! Thank you so much for taking our feedback into account! That face is precious and perfect now.
My one and only twitch about it now is the ears. They seem uneven? If the farther ear was made a bit longer and turned outwards slightly, they would look much better. (OR shorten the closer ear and turn it toward the front of the Montre?)
My one and only twitch about it now is the ears. They seem uneven? If the farther ear was made a bit longer and turned outwards slightly, they would look much better. (OR shorten the closer ear and turn it toward the front of the Montre?)
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Daymare
Does anyone know if there are plans to revamp any of the non-basic posed Montres? I'm debating whether or not I want to change mine into another color, and I really like the Spectrum as it is right now, so it'd be useful to know if it might be changing soon.
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GospelTrigger
Awww, they're cute! The back leg kind of bothers me, because it seems like they're not really sitting, but I enjoy it anyway! I'm so happy they've got a nuclear color, too~. Unfortunately, since the two Montre I have are Galactic and Nightmare, they don't really get anything from the update, but it's still awesome. <3 Now I just need more pet slots...
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Muerte
Overall I like the update, personally.
I think the muzzle could have been slightly shorter, the further ear more at an angle away (as it looks a small bit too large/forward facing ?), and the feathers look oddly stiff. But I'm not a montre person so really who cares what I think. XD
I think the muzzle could have been slightly shorter, the further ear more at an angle away (as it looks a small bit too large/forward facing ?), and the feathers look oddly stiff. But I'm not a montre person so really who cares what I think. XD
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Rosebrush
They look lovely! Any plans of Chibi Montre updates? Not that I have any problems with how my Gavaudine looks, I love her, but I'd like to know what's in store :)
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BlackBobcat
): I like the other better, guess it's good I changed mine from arid to blood red.
(no offense to the artist!!!! It's nice, I just prefer the older one)
(no offense to the artist!!!! It's nice, I just prefer the older one)
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Alysse
omg I'm sorry! I tried to put old vs new references for you guys but I apparently don't know how. :'(
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Alysse
Also, old vs. new
<img src=http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/subeta/images/4/46/Montre.png/revision/latest?cb=20110424030832> <img src=src="https://img.subeta.net/pets/montre.png">
<img src=http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/subeta/images/4/46/Montre.png/revision/latest?cb=20110424030832> <img src=src="https://img.subeta.net/pets/montre.png">
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Synth
I think this revamp is fantastic! For some reason, the Montre is one of those species i just never really noticed or thought about much, even though i love canines and i have a Kumos. However, i always kind of thought the Kumos was lacking something...no idea what; just...something. I feel like the new Montre is that Kumos that is no longer lacking that something and i'm pretty sure i'm going to turn my Kumos into a Montre now...i just have to decide on a color, they all look so nice...
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Wolf_Spirit
Things I love: The muzzle isn't pointing down anymore. That looked really awkward. The muzzle/nose now looks so much better now.
The detailing is fabulous.
The colours are a lot more vibrant and much better shaded. The flatness isn't there anymore.
Things that I don't care for as much (besides the Kumos-y look to it):
The nose (not muzzle) itself is sooooo super tiny.
The muzzle isn't as pointed as the previous version
The line art is missing under the jaw
The detailing is fabulous.
The colours are a lot more vibrant and much better shaded. The flatness isn't there anymore.
Things that I don't care for as much (besides the Kumos-y look to it):
The nose (not muzzle) itself is sooooo super tiny.
The muzzle isn't as pointed as the previous version
The line art is missing under the jaw
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Oszs
Not a fan, but I do like the Golden one. Guess it's a good thing I changed my Montre last week.
Just don't ever change the Reborn Demi, please <3
Just don't ever change the Reborn Demi, please <3
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Impure
i really like the Silver montre.
The most of all the basic color. and then Sun.
Well, I prefer Montre to the other dog like pets around here. maybe because it reminds me of a fox a little more [face-wise only]
I guess, the revamp is a good thing, but of course, i didnt expect everyone to like it, lol
The most of all the basic color. and then Sun.
Well, I prefer Montre to the other dog like pets around here. maybe because it reminds me of a fox a little more [face-wise only]
I guess, the revamp is a good thing, but of course, i didnt expect everyone to like it, lol
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Lea
Lovely!! It'll take a while to get used to just because the old montres have been around for soo long, but this revamp is such an improvement, oh man
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Necolasa
Front legs still look too short and the face looks like a traffic cone....I hope next time real images of animals are used as a ref.....not a fan sorry
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Kink
Don't like it much. Maybe it will grow on me, but... while the coloring/shading is more detailed, it doesn't feel realistic (I mean, for subeta). Best way I can think of putting it is that it looks more like a montre plushie than a "real" montre to me.
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Nuke
As an owner of FOUR Montres, one of which is Ayare, my first pet ever on the site...
I love it!! The old Montre image was at least 9 years old, since my 9 year anniversary is coming up and that's the Montre that greeted me when I joined. I'm so happy to see one of my favorite pet species get revamped with such love! :D
I love it!! The old Montre image was at least 9 years old, since my 9 year anniversary is coming up and that's the Montre that greeted me when I joined. I'm so happy to see one of my favorite pet species get revamped with such love! :D
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Chrissacide
Just like every single revamp the site's ever done, I'll always prefer the original. But as far as revamps go, it's not the worst. The Cherry one is actually adorable. I'm hoping the Darkmatter Montre stays the exact same as before, though. I wish the Chibi could go back to looking good like it used to. I'll probably change my Chibi Montre because she looks nothing like the old, serene creature she used to be. Now she looks dorky. But dorky can be a good thing, and some people really love quirky, goofy pets. Maybe my Chibi can become Cherry instead. And there's always overlays! So thanks to the site for allowing overlays, because it gives us a way to keep the old art on the pets we've loved for the past 9 years. (And I have had my Montres for the entirety of those 9 years. They were my first and favorite species.)
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Nila
They're nice, now that I look at the old ones.. I realize how hard these needed a revamp lol.. I was like hmm did Montres really need a revamp?? And when I looked at the old ones I saw that the shading has improved ALOTT and that the art looks so much more realistic.. I love it.. you did great work guys, thumbs up!
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Bailey_435
Honestly I'm too tired to carefully place asspats in between my criticisms. Feedback is feedback, it's nothing personal.
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Zenaku
Very nice. Much better than the first suggestion of this re-vamp. Also much more fluff. More fluff the better. <3 (So will the Bloodred Montre and Dark matter be re-vamped or will they stay as they are? *slightly hopes for the latter* ^^; )
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erynamrod
I think they look great! The silver one in particular I find very nice. I might have to get one.
It's also nice to see our comments taken into consideration for the revamp of the revamp. What I commented on was greatly improved (not sure if others commented on the same thing too) but great work artists!
It's also nice to see our comments taken into consideration for the revamp of the revamp. What I commented on was greatly improved (not sure if others commented on the same thing too) but great work artists!
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Vii
For the most part, there's a lot of good and/or constructive things being said here, but I do some pretty negative feedback. Of course, this is a user-based website, so user opinions are critical. If Subeta didn't care about your opinion, then they wouldn't ask for your feedback at all during the revamp process. Ultimately though, there are thousands of users on Subeta and not all of them are going to be happy with everything. You don't have to be happy about it, but you don't have to be rude either. You have every right to express your feelings, but at the same time, it is more beneficial to do it in a constructive way.
Please remember that constructive criticism means offering a positive with a negative. Rather than saying "I hate this," you could say "This isn't my favorite revamp, but I appreciate the effort put into it." The staff and artists here do their best to try to please everyone they can, so please try to be a little less harsh on them. A comment can be like a slap in the face, and they don't deserve that.
I'm not speaking to any one person in particular, and I'm not trying to upset anyone. I'm actually just trying to keep people from being upset. Thank you to the Subeta staff, artists, and users for everything you do and for your general awesomeness. Happy Luminaire. :)
Please remember that constructive criticism means offering a positive with a negative. Rather than saying "I hate this," you could say "This isn't my favorite revamp, but I appreciate the effort put into it." The staff and artists here do their best to try to please everyone they can, so please try to be a little less harsh on them. A comment can be like a slap in the face, and they don't deserve that.
I'm not speaking to any one person in particular, and I'm not trying to upset anyone. I'm actually just trying to keep people from being upset. Thank you to the Subeta staff, artists, and users for everything you do and for your general awesomeness. Happy Luminaire. :)
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cartel
these are a total step up in terms of art quality. loving the colors on the lilac + twilight versions. :)
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AmberGhostInaShell
I have to say that I actually really like the new Montre! the first revamp had me worried but this one is much better.
I'm glad to see that many of the feedback were heard while making the second revamp, Thank you so much for hearing us.
Montre was my first pet as well and I'm glad to see that his fox-alike feeling was kept. He looks fresh and sneaky.
I hope the "special" versions will be a good surprise as well. :)
I'm glad to see that many of the feedback were heard while making the second revamp, Thank you so much for hearing us.
Montre was my first pet as well and I'm glad to see that his fox-alike feeling was kept. He looks fresh and sneaky.
I hope the "special" versions will be a good surprise as well. :)
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Rena
the shading is really nice and everything but i dont like the posture that much.. the old montre looked much more expressive in my opinion
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Lantern
The Montre has never had a 'mouth line', you guys lol
Also this is a HUGE improvement on the older one. I agree the face still feels off but the rest of it is wonderful :thumbsup:
Also this is a HUGE improvement on the older one. I agree the face still feels off but the rest of it is wonderful :thumbsup:
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Efferd
I'm also not such a fan, I preferred the 'character' of the old one much more - but revamping pets must be the most difficult thing ever…
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Kellijuana
Wonderful! Thank you for hearing everyone and reworking the revamp. This version looks fantastic! There seems to be more depth in the eyes and the attitude in the expression feels much more like the montre we're used to. <3 I hope all the montre owners out there are pleased. ^_^
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Natsume
The shading is an improvement but something still feels off about its face. :C I really don't know what, maybe the fact that there's no mouth line? or an indication of a mouth at all? I have no clue LOL
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Synbar
Lovely work, & I love the nuclear. Although I wish the wings were just a little longer... ;)
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Parisa
hey did you know saying "this is terrible" isn't constructive nor helpful At All. that's an insult and saying sorry does nothing to lessen that lmao
THESE LOOK VERY NICE
THESE LOOK VERY NICE
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Alysse
Oh my goodness! These look great! Thank you for considering the feedback from the users. I love the changes that have been made. Also, I might have to get a lilac montre in the future. Those wings are gorgeous!
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Nogami
These...look terrible. I'm sorry to the artist, but it feels like nothing changed from the initial revamp and it still looks awful. I'm sad to see my favorite pet become this, and great googly moogly I hope someone else draws the reborn version, because these are unbearably stiff, puffy looking, and devoid of the personality the original montre had. Yikes.
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Roadkill
oh wow, just the difference between the proposed and the final, holy shit. it's absolutely wonderful :heart:
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homestuck
SUBETA TEAM YOU ARE THE BEST. THE ONLY SITE I STILL PLAY, CAUSE YOU'RE ALL SO WONDERFUL, AND I LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH ;W;
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Fox
Oh my, those pets look absolutely wonderful. Great detail but still leaving the look and feel of the old images :3
The change is greatly appreciated, especially since this is one of my favorite pets!
The change is greatly appreciated, especially since this is one of my favorite pets!
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WindKitsune
My opinion is like that of other people. I loved the old Montre's pose, though this one is good too
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Xezvi
Appropriately disimpassioned! I'll miss the svelte legs, but I think this revamp looks great.
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Evanesce
You didn't fix the arm line going nearly all the way into the spine. Canine legs DON'T do that. Always the easiest fix that subeta doesn't do. Uhhg.
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Stiles
The Storm Montre is staying the same as it is right now though, right? I have my heart set on mine being as it is
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StarShadow
I don't have a Montre but these look nice. :)
Every time I see a new news post I keep hoping the snowball shop is finally open... :(
Every time I see a new news post I keep hoping the snowball shop is finally open... :(
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METROID
Traditionally, coyotes and vulpines in general are described as tricksters, to make up for their scrawnier, tinier frame. They also tend to be more of the loner type, and will often cower or flee from the much larger, more intimidating wolf pack.
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PhoenixRose
Much better for the muzzle and I love the shading! For the people who can't see the 2nd wing, it's behind his head. Good job adapting to the feedback, artist!
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METROID
Ooh, just thought of a headcanon to explain why montres look so much like kumi: because montres want to BE like kumi!
The Kumos is the most popular pet on-site, plus the site's mascot, and the montre is a total wolfaboo for the kumos and wants to be just as, or even more, popular. So the coyote-like montre evolved into looking more and more like its larger, popular wolf-like cousin, the Kumos.
The Kumos is the most popular pet on-site, plus the site's mascot, and the montre is a total wolfaboo for the kumos and wants to be just as, or even more, popular. So the coyote-like montre evolved into looking more and more like its larger, popular wolf-like cousin, the Kumos.
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Song_745
I'm not thrilled with it. Although the art is amazing and it looks adorable, I just really loved the old version. It was so slim and mysterious. I'm sure I'll get used to it, though, and I can't wait to see how this changes the differently-posed Montres!
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CakeMoose
I am curious as to why the Montre and Kumos don't always have mouths, but you know what? I'm just happy these lil guys got an update :)
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Tali
Truthfully I love it. It's whole head in general looks better than the first potential revamp, especially its snout. I do like the old pose, but honestly I think this one is just as great. The shading and everything looks fantastic and now I kind of want another Montre!
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Erelyna
Still really Kumos-like, to me. An improvement on the first revamp pic, but still not quite a Montre feel. Really nice art, though.
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Talon
The coloring is gorgeous but man, their faces are so slanted and squashed they look awful :c
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Yarrow
this might be the only revamp I'm not crazy about..... it is a definite improvement over the original proposed revamp but... I dunno, it kind of feels shoehorned in??? if that makes any sense... both of my montres are special colors, so this won't really affect me any *shrug*
I'm glad people like it though! I definitely don't want to rain on anyone's parade.
I'm glad people like it though! I definitely don't want to rain on anyone's parade.
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Tucker
Looks nice! I've added it to my list of what I may change Shizen to. Just not sure what color would suit him. :) Only thing I don't like is it looks like it has a bobblehead.
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TaleSpin
I think it looks absolutely gorgeous! I see a lot of improvement from the previous revamp. Love it!
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Kura
Love this, the shading is fantastic <3 And the pose is more straightened, giving them a more regal and mysterious look, which I love!! Thank you!!
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Hamlet
Your pet has changed into a Silver Montre!
Love the shading and colours of the revamp though it still looks a little stiff to me, but still cute!
Love the shading and colours of the revamp though it still looks a little stiff to me, but still cute!
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Luck
As a lover of montres and an owner of one, I really hope this revamp will grow on me because it's still not doing it for me. I really liked the old montre's pose; it looked more hunched over and I liked that. This montre still looks so upright and stiff. The shading on it is very nice but it's just not the same.
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Morse
Hmm, I've always thought of montres more as vulpines than canines. Guess I was wrong. Oh well.
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serinde
I'm hoping to paint my Montre Harvest someday (pretty please...) but till then I'm happy with Common now, looks much better than before :)
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Moreafawn
no more red eyes for the arid montre? now i'm sad cx very nicely done revamp, regardless, thank you!!
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taBOO
@LunaCatta
Yeah, I LOVE lemurs-- Rah said they're her pets and they're almost done/will be done soon! =D
Yeah, I LOVE lemurs-- Rah said they're her pets and they're almost done/will be done soon! =D
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Princess
I still prefer the old one's pose, and while this one is still fairly stiff, it's an improvement on the proposed revamp.
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Dandelion
Very pretty. But the poor critters don't have mouths still XD I know a lot of Subbie pets don't seem to, for some reason, but now the montre's head is at a slightly different angle it's really noticeable to me...
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Ringo
The only thing I'm not in love with is the head but the rest will grow on me! Thank you for the decent revamp! I will live! *huggles my montre army*
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Vii
I was just looking through the pets the other day and thinking that some of them needed revamps. This revamp is beautiful! Great work~
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Zekumi
Cute! I can't remember what the proposed one looked like, but nothing's jumping out at me as off, so it must be improved. :3
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Rodimus
ERMAHGERD MAHNTRAYZ
But seriously it makes me glee. I love montres. And now this makes me make it a goal to get a Nuclear or Cherry montre.
But seriously it makes me glee. I love montres. And now this makes me make it a goal to get a Nuclear or Cherry montre.
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Keith