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Contest Build: Breath of Kyne

Tags: #Race:Nord  #Rank:Legendary  #Contest Gold  #Character Build: Archer  #Character Build: Blacksmith  #Character Build: Hero  #MM 2016 Winner  #MM 2016 Best Build 
  • Member
    January 29, 2016

    I've never played with Requiem since I'm on console. I do have a PC edition, but my computer is in pieces. I'm a big dagger booster, so it was partially due to that, and partially because we thought daggers were more in line with the skinning animal RP. But for increased survivability in an even harsher Skyrim, please feel free to adjust as necessary! :D

  • January 29, 2016

    I don't know what to say Edana, this build is an amazing first (It is your first build right?) entry into the group, you've given a fresh presentation style and a fresh way to write your build which really make it stand out. How stunning it is deserves a bit of a repeat, because it looks amazing.

    A +1 from me Edana, great work :D

  • Member
    January 29, 2016

    Thanks Lazy! We were particularly pleased with how the header came out. It was one of the last things we did, and putting it at the top of the page made it all coalesce for us and feel more real. As for future works from Team Ledana, there may be future works down the road. I was so lucky to have such an amazing collaborator. I would definitely give it another go. We had a blast!

  • Member
    January 29, 2016

    Thank you DB. :) Yep, it's my first build, Legion's third.  I'm really happy to hear you like the presentation and layout. I've always admired your works, so that means a lot coming from you. 

  • Member
    January 29, 2016

    # Mindblown.

    This is a whole lot to plan and perform in a low level can it really be possible like this?! my goodness.

    The amount of creativity that went into this build knows no bounds. I can see I'm going to be torn for this upcoming contest. Great work to both the both of you! 

     

  • Member
    January 29, 2016

    Yeah, in vanilla I did a whole playthrough with talos amulet, duel daggers, and slow time :D Just not viable in Requiem D:

  • Member
    January 29, 2016

    Going Elswery is a true experience, have fun.

  • January 29, 2016

    You don't need to explain yourself. I'm glad you and Legion paired up for this. 

  • Member
    January 30, 2016

    Excellent work Ledana, this certainly is something special. The presentation is unique and sumptuous, the attention to detail in how the character is described is so down to earth that it feels like a breath of fresh air; and the lore is on point.

    I think the thing which really gets me is how real this feels. You've presented a character who I genuinely believe exists in the world. Gone is the power play associated with Kyne or the other thematic elements normally present, instead you've focussed on a character who feels natural and has an organic belief system and way of life. I have no doubt that as soon as I navigate away from this page Fjorrod will continue to exist in that world regardless of my visit. That is rare indeed.

    My only concern is the level of protection. I remember playing The Swordthane on Expert and later Master difficulty. That build has a similar low-fantasy aesthetic but without a shield I was useless against a dragon and a Deathlord could one shot me unless I advanced cautiously. I know archery is your best friend here, but a small piece about strategy in certain situations to supplement your tactics section could go a long way to showing people who may be new to the game the best tactics to use. Or not, don't mind me

    Great use of pictures too. The first and final pictures tell the story on their own, I think.

    Edit: I think we need to see more of this character. An RP profile would be the absolute perfect accompaniment this build.

  • Member
    January 30, 2016

    This is simply amazing Edana. the amount of detail and quality of work is just outstanding.