Spectrum and Blacklight Donadak Revamp!
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Blake
I'm really glad this is such a faithful update; the face is a little different but not majorly so, so the pet that it was has mostly been preserved. Refresh revamps like this are very appreciated, where the pet stays true to what it was originally instead of being totally changed.
also, donadaks are cute and they definitely need more love!
also, donadaks are cute and they definitely need more love!
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KiaArra
As an owner of two of the pets revamped the past week, I can say without a doubt that this one is WAY better than the Charlie. This one has the same face and personality, very similar depth of shading, same pose. There's a few things I'm unhappy with, the flat looking eyes, the weird shadow on the back, and the lack of colour splashes on the hip, but overall, my pet feels like they have the same character and personality. I still don't know what to do about my Charlie, it's not the same pet at all.
That being said, I'm still glad that we're finally getting some of these revamps, the art was old and out of date, and the new art is an improvement, despite the problems I have with it personally. But I'll probably be using this opportunity to support some of the other community artists to commission some art that I can be happier with. If others are unhappy with the revamps, I recommend thinking about doing the same.
That being said, I'm still glad that we're finally getting some of these revamps, the art was old and out of date, and the new art is an improvement, despite the problems I have with it personally. But I'll probably be using this opportunity to support some of the other community artists to commission some art that I can be happier with. If others are unhappy with the revamps, I recommend thinking about doing the same.
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Sopheroo
Wow, that's one gorgeous revamp.
Is Megan still assigned to Donadaks, because that's absolutely top-tier!
Is Megan still assigned to Donadaks, because that's absolutely top-tier!
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Witchchylde
Oh, I see now. Blacklight is basically a Melanistic Spectrum, is it? Wondered how the blacklight color palette was chosen. I like it.
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Pirate
So many revamps lately, I love that.
I can understand that someone who had a Spectrum or Blacklight Donadak before the revamp might be unhappy at the moment (happened to me, too more than once in the past with longtime Pets on my account) but from my personal perspective I can just say that I really enjoy the new look of these Donadaks.
I can understand that someone who had a Spectrum or Blacklight Donadak before the revamp might be unhappy at the moment (happened to me, too more than once in the past with longtime Pets on my account) but from my personal perspective I can just say that I really enjoy the new look of these Donadaks.
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blastymcsplode
Absolutely needing to add one of these cuties to my little family soon! Wonderful job on the revamp 🖤
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Hyacinth
crazy that some people cannot comprehend what a nostalgia filter is... I'm sorry, but you really can't see the improvements? Maybe you're just biased because you aren't used to the change?? Not all change is bad (!!) and in this case the change is good! :pensive: This site doesn't have as many as users as before... at least try your best to appreciate the actual work and effort into improving the pet art on here.
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Nuke
And by the way, if someone wants a different color 'arrangement' of the spikes, I'll gladly do a recolor for you for free because I love editing these guys!
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Nuke
I became a huge donadak fan after the species revamp (and actually, one of my first pets was a donadak, way back in like... 2006), and I've really fell in love with them. They're one of my favorite species now and I was REALLY looking forward to this revamp because it was definitely needed.
And I love it! Updating the eyes was great, weird that they were one of the few (or only?) spectrum/blacklight pets without heterochromia. They're brought up to the standard of their new, beautiful look and it fills my heart with rainbows. I feel like they're a bit of an underappreciated species, so I'm glad I can go to bat for them now and again lol.
I love the new look of the mouth, I think it's super cute and more in line with how a cute little critter's mouth would look. The base colors are striking and shaded beautifully.
20/10, thank you for updated all these donadaks so perfectly!
And I love it! Updating the eyes was great, weird that they were one of the few (or only?) spectrum/blacklight pets without heterochromia. They're brought up to the standard of their new, beautiful look and it fills my heart with rainbows. I feel like they're a bit of an underappreciated species, so I'm glad I can go to bat for them now and again lol.
I love the new look of the mouth, I think it's super cute and more in line with how a cute little critter's mouth would look. The base colors are striking and shaded beautifully.
20/10, thank you for updated all these donadaks so perfectly!
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Drathir
ummm some people need a chill pill lol
i'm not a fan of donadaks in general but I think this revamp makes them look really cute! it kept the same feeling/emotion but the updated art makes it look so much more professional and I love the heterochromia.
great job artists <3
i'm not a fan of donadaks in general but I think this revamp makes them look really cute! it kept the same feeling/emotion but the updated art makes it look so much more professional and I love the heterochromia.
great job artists <3
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Undyne
I'm always so happy when a donadak gets a revamp!!!! The artist did such an amazing job with these!!!
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stjarne
when people complain about the subeta artists revamping pet art, i really wonder what goes on in their minds. i mean what do you expect? a virtual pet site is going to WANT to update & adapt their art/site features and whatnot to keep things around the site fresh and consistent; pets are no exception. almost every site of subeta's type does this.
some minor details have been added, sure, but i see no difference in vibe here? just a different way the colors are laid out, the heterochromia in the eyes, paint on the claws & of course, finer lines. i'm no stranger to being nostalgic for old art, but some of these reactions are ridiculous.
offering some *constructive* criticism if need be, using old pet artwork as your overlay & going about your day is simply all thats needed. not a snarky (pun intended) remark bringing our artists down.
some minor details have been added, sure, but i see no difference in vibe here? just a different way the colors are laid out, the heterochromia in the eyes, paint on the claws & of course, finer lines. i'm no stranger to being nostalgic for old art, but some of these reactions are ridiculous.
offering some *constructive* criticism if need be, using old pet artwork as your overlay & going about your day is simply all thats needed. not a snarky (pun intended) remark bringing our artists down.
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Jinx
Love these soooo much !! Donadaks have been one of my fav species since I joined way back in ye olden days.
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ForsakenLykaios
Looks more hippotu, and lost its hip splash of color.. 😔
The pink center spike is too much of a focal point.
How is it the critters look bigger/older yet they don't have room from the 3 crystals on theil back of their back legs?
Otherwise not too bad..
The pink center spike is too much of a focal point.
How is it the critters look bigger/older yet they don't have room from the 3 crystals on theil back of their back legs?
Otherwise not too bad..
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Vedrfolnir
These look so beautiful!
I'm so glad that Subeta is homogenizing the art style- it feels so much more clean and professional.
Change can be scary for some people, and that's understandable- but when the final product of that change shows a wealth of effort, I think it deserves to be celebrated.
Both Dons are super sweet, and look fantastic~
I'm so glad that Subeta is homogenizing the art style- it feels so much more clean and professional.
Change can be scary for some people, and that's understandable- but when the final product of that change shows a wealth of effort, I think it deserves to be celebrated.
Both Dons are super sweet, and look fantastic~
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Para
Good god SOMEONE'S being dramatic. It's literally the same pose and vibe and everything, please sit down
This is a great revamp.
This is a great revamp.
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Baikou
I love the revamp, it's adorable. Idk why some people are hating on the artist work. You don't like it? That's fine but don't be disrespectful.
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Malachi
Some people really come in here guns blazing to take a big shit on artists and can't even bother to give positive feedback or civil criticism along with their little fits.
Chill out. Yes, you can have a negative opinion on the revamps but when all you can do is aggressively insult the art and the person who drew it, then you're just making yourself look like a clown. I'm pretty sure the artists don't get paid nearly enough to deal with these awful tantrums.
Chill out. Yes, you can have a negative opinion on the revamps but when all you can do is aggressively insult the art and the person who drew it, then you're just making yourself look like a clown. I'm pretty sure the artists don't get paid nearly enough to deal with these awful tantrums.
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nervous
i hope someone on staff sees this but anyway i was showing my mom a banner of subeta items i did for a giveaway in my subeta server and anyway
my mom said she's really impressed with the art on here she talked about it for like 10 minutes how the artists here are so talented and she appreciates everything you guys do even tho she doesnt play subeta it brings me a lot of joy and shes thankful
so anyway i love this revamp and yall are awesome and talented and lovely and beautiful. hugs you
my mom said she's really impressed with the art on here she talked about it for like 10 minutes how the artists here are so talented and she appreciates everything you guys do even tho she doesnt play subeta it brings me a lot of joy and shes thankful
so anyway i love this revamp and yall are awesome and talented and lovely and beautiful. hugs you
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antheraea
oh wow! the art seems to keep the same feel from the old one, which I prefer to massive, massive changes. :D
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Ssevora
While it is a little sad the old and charming art is being phased out, I still like this a lot. Looks great!
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halstarlight
@Kamil
i know it's not ideal, but is it possible to use the old art as a custom overlay ? i think subeta homogenizing its art style is ultimately a good idea, but it does suck when a pet you like gets changed (rip green irion, *sobs*)
i know it's not ideal, but is it possible to use the old art as a custom overlay ? i think subeta homogenizing its art style is ultimately a good idea, but it does suck when a pet you like gets changed (rip green irion, *sobs*)
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Morgrem
I have no idea what snark Kamil is referring to, but it does look nicer without the thick outline. Also digging the subtle paint splatters on their claws now.
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Muerte
Hot damn, A+
It's almost exactly like the old but with updated anatomy, lines, and color. I love it.
It's almost exactly like the old but with updated anatomy, lines, and color. I love it.
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Ashei
They look so much better now! Great work! c: Their faces look so happy; they’re really cute.
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Kamil
Great. That’s the second time in a week or so. I am VERY glad I hadn’t made my black light donadak yet. So much for the shiny angles and snarky personality. Gone now.
Why can’t you leave peoples pets alone? It’s bad enough when gorgeous items are ruined in the name of new! but ruining pets is the last straw. My goddess sub just renewed, but this will be the last time. I need to spend my time and money on games that don’t break my heart by destroying their art every third day.
Why can’t you leave peoples pets alone? It’s bad enough when gorgeous items are ruined in the name of new! but ruining pets is the last straw. My goddess sub just renewed, but this will be the last time. I need to spend my time and money on games that don’t break my heart by destroying their art every third day.
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Kamil
Great. That’s the second time in a week or so. I am VERY glad I hadn’t made my black light donadak yet. So much for the shiny angles and snarky personality. Gone now.
Why can’t you leave peoples pets alone? It’s bad enough when gorgeous items are ruined in the name of new! but ruining pets is the last straw. My goddess sub just renewed, but this will be the last time. I need to spend my time and money on games that don’t break my heart by destroying their art every third day.
Why can’t you leave peoples pets alone? It’s bad enough when gorgeous items are ruined in the name of new! but ruining pets is the last straw. My goddess sub just renewed, but this will be the last time. I need to spend my time and money on games that don’t break my heart by destroying their art every third day.
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peachette
really nice update! i think they look better in every way. i also really love the heterochromia, and particularly how the grey on the spectrum one was lightened. i've never really understood why having grey on a rainbow pet was a good idea, tbh... :/ so i like toning it down, at least!
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stjarne
while i've never been the biggest fan of donadaks, i have to make an exception for these :sob: the colors are laid out so nicely
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Yuzu
Adorable!! The paint splatters on the claws is a lovely touch! I'm happy to see the two different eye colors now too!
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Angel
Weird the spectrum image wont update to the new one for me, even with resetting the site data (which normally works when the forums glitch etc lol)
I love the darklight one tho so pretty, love the paint splatter on the toes now :3
I love the darklight one tho so pretty, love the paint splatter on the toes now :3
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Koki
Nice, glad the eyes are different colors now.
Now then......*stares rly hard at the darkmatter celinox*
Now then......*stares rly hard at the darkmatter celinox*
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feral
The artist who has the Donadak now is making it very hard for me to resist making one. These are gorgeous and I especially love the front feet :)
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DarkSaint
There are so many little details that have been improved in these guys! The lines aren’t so hard, the pose isn’t as stiff, and the face is much cuter, among other things :3 Amazing job!
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elliott
i'm really liking this revamp, i can't find one thing i don't like about it... the mouth is really cute, the rearranged horn colors are pleasing, and i like that they kept the original pose. good work!
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mutant
ohh these are cute.. i remember being in love w donadaks way back when i first joined, maybe i should make room for one again someday
also just curious- will there be any new storm pets released this year?
also just curious- will there be any new storm pets released this year?
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Shirley
They look so cute!! Really fantastic art update when you look at the old art. Also dig the heterochromia! <3
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Saturnine
The nose/mouth looks softer/squishier than one would expect a gem-rock monster to be, but I like the contrast of it! It's very cute!
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KiaArra
Nice update, looks a little squishy for a rock monster, but good change. Wish the eyes had a bit more definition for the pupil, they look a little flat/glassy.
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Laurey
Something about the nose/mouth area on these looks a bit odd compared to the common colors. Maybe it's just the angle, since these are facing a bit more forward and the common poses are a bit more sideways I think? Overall though they look much better than before, and it's nice to see the Donadak getting some love again! I hope this means we may see some more revamps for its other colors that are still a bit outdated, it's my favorite pet <3
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