''DUMACKE ORC'' (Yusaymon's Delirium)

Process: https://peakd.com/hive-158694/@yusaymon/dumacke-orc-splinterlands-art-contest-week-239 Splinterlands: ''Dumacke was a world left to ruin after the Chaos Legions swept through it and Uul had drunk his fill of the planet’s lifeblood. But life did hang on. A few creatures were able to survive in the broken and barren world. One such creature was the pale orc. The pale orcs of Dumacke spent their lives in the lowland caves that surround the windswept plains, scavenging and living off whatever they could find. They lost their natural sight centuries ago due to a virulent strain of fever, and the genetic defect was passed on through future generations. As a result, they developed a fine sense of hearing to compensate and were completely reliant upon it until the wandering technomancer, Yaalbraith, gifted them with the Bright Eyes: goggles infused by tech that synergize with the long-dead optic nerves, enabling the pale orcs to finally see again.'' This NFT is my interpretation of Dumacke orc https://splintercards.com/reward_s-dumacke-orc I used a mix of dark and earthy colors to reflect the harshness of Dumacke's environment and his struggles. The touches of light that represent his newly acquired sight through the Bright Eyes goggles are the key element in the painting, evoking a sense of hope and progress. I wanted to convey the sense of despair that Dumacke and his people felt after losing their sight due to the virulent fever, and the sense of liberation they experienced after the wandering technomancer gifted them with the Bright Eyes. Through my art, I aimed to show the transformation of Dumacke from a helpless and hopeless creature to one that is empowered by technology and a new way of seeing. Creating this painting was a deeply emotional experience for me. I felt a connection to Dumacke's story and his struggles, and I wanted to convey those emotions through my art. By using a mix of painting techniques and materials, I was able to capture the raw and rugged nature of Dumacke's world and his character. Overall, my interpretation of Dumacke Orc is a tribute to his resilience and determination to survive in a harsh and unforgiving world. Through my art, I hope to honor his story and inspire others to find hope and strength in times of adversity.