[Brynn_Metheney]

Welcome to the Creature Planets, the CG HUB challenge of exploring worlds beyond our own, and the different species living within them.

Topic #31 :: January 16th 2011
Organism: The Tuk-Tuk
Planet: Isi

Deadline: Saturday, Jan. 29th 2010 - 11:59p.m. [PST]


Here are the organism's details. Follow them to the best of your ability

Bioform Overview
These medium sized flyers are characteristic to the shores of the South Eastern islands of Cufora. They cling to the cliff sides, gathered in large groups. While they are social creatures, they tend to fight over nesting and hunting grounds among the craggy rocks.

Bio Notes
Type:Carnivorous Hunter
Habitat:Cuforian cliff sides.
Status:Least Concern – (Not endangered)
Social: Social Groups of up to 1000
Temperament:Aggressive when provoked
Activity Cycle:Constant
Metabolism:Energetic
Reproductive:Oviparous – Producing only one egg per season.

Physiological Notes
Size:Medium – 6 kg
Morphology:Symmetrical - bilateral
Skeletal:Endoskeleton
Epidermal: White with distinct yellow and brown markings. Males and females differ.
Limbs: 4 limbs – two for roosting and two that are used in flying.
Location of Senses:centralized on the body
Primary sense:Visual: Sight – this creature has four eyes.
Secondary sense:Smell

Other Notes:
These energetic flyers are well suited for diving down the cliffs in search of prey both in and out of the water. They are primarily hunters but are not above scavenging. They have excellent climbing skills and have extremely good eyesight. The Oceans here are rich with life. They are a deep emerald green.

IWCA Requirements – The IWCA wants you to depict a male and female of this species in their natural habitat.

Good Luck! And remember to have fun!
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[GrendelGrack]

Hey Brynn, I just wanted to clarify something. In the other notes it says..."The Oceans here are rich with life. They are a deep emerald green. " Are the oceans a deep emerald green or is it referring to the creatures being a deep emerald green? I just wanted to make sure since the physiological notes listed different colors.

[Carnifex]

alright! let's kick this off!
exploration sketches. i'm thinking something like archeopteryx with horned toucan head, not sure about body type though.
am i thinking too conventional? i always have the feeling i'm thinking too conventional.

[Brynn_Metheney]

Originally Posted by GrendelGrack

Hey Brynn, I just wanted to clarify something. In the other notes it says..."The Oceans here are rich with life. They are a deep emerald green. " Are the oceans a deep emerald green or is it referring to the creatures being a deep emerald green? I just wanted to make sure since the physiological notes listed different colors.

Hi there! Sorry that was a bit confusing I imagined the seas being rich with plant life as well. Perhaps Algae-like life forms and such. The ocean itself would be greenish in color. The wildlife can be whatever color you fancy - except the Tuk Tuk - they have colors listed in the Physiological Notes. Hope that answers your question.

[Matt_Kirk]

Here is my attempt at this.

[pegahoul]

Reading the description.. for me the challenge here is how not to make it cliche like Pterodactyl... It's my first thought, folllowed by the Banshees from Avatar XD

[Brynn_Metheney]

Originally Posted by pegahoul

Reading the description.. for me the challenge here is how not to make it cliche like Pterodactyl... It's my first thought, folllowed by the Banshees from Avatar XD

Of course! As a designer it is up to you to take those two influences and come up with something entirely new!

[pegahoul]

Here's my first brainstorm. I'm thinking stealth-moth-thing or torpedo-fish-dragon-thing... but have no idea how they will cling to the cliff yet... actually... I haven't thought about limbs yet XD... just the "swoop and dive" part at the moment...

[MCBennett]

Hello everyone! This is my first ever post for cghub. Currently taking a quarter away from school so you'll porbably see me doing several challenges to stay sharp.

Here is my quicky of the Tuk-Tuk. Still in the early stages of design but I feel like there are some good elements working.

Comments and crits welcome!

[Santana]

Hi all..

here is the idea im sort of after... not sure of the anatomy etc., still have to fix the wings... crits welcome



thanks

[Sorknes]

Since exoskeleton is outside the body and hydroskeleton is cold blooded, I take it endoskeleton is basically a normal skeleton that (most ) animals and humans got?

[Matt_Kirk]

I don't like my creature's hind legs - trying to figure out a good way to deal with that.

[Santana]

wasn't too fond of my last one so i've revised it a bit....

not sure bout this one either.. LOL

[Brynn_Metheney]

Alright! Sorry I've been like absent lately. Been busy and such! Work is looking great! This is a tricky topic because it all sounds very familiar to creatures we all know about. I think what will help all of you is to look though some nature books and pick out some reference to guide your design a bit. Also, These creature do not have to be bird-like or even have fleshy membranes for wings - they can be feathers, scaled, insect-like (as long as their skeleton is inside them ) - whatever you think will work. Overall though these are some awesome starts!

@ Carnifex - Great sketches! Love the head shape! Excited to see more development.

@ Matt_Kirk - Nice start! Love the fluid line along the body. The head has an interesting shape to it as well. I think sketching a bit more will help to find that perfect design.

@pegahoul - Nice process! I really like the direction your taking this. I think the only issue would be the gripping aspect of this creature. I'm looking forward to where you take this.

@ MCBennett - Looks Awesome! Love the head shape and the mouth. It looks like a very wise creature Looking forward to more! Try to keep those legs on the lighter side. This thing will want to be as light as possible to make flying easier.

@ Sorknes - Yes. Endoskeletons are what we as humans / mammals have.

@ Santana - Nice action in your piece! Love the composition. I think bringing your creature in a bit more like you had him in the previous post will help. I think looking at different raptor birds and such will help you with the anatomy of this. If you're still having issues, let me know

Great work everyone! I'll be a little more present these next couple of days. Don't be afraid to help each other out too

[Santana]

WIP

Hi all.... Hi Bryn!!

Thanks for the input... i took your advice and also reworked the body a little bit more..... hopefully its looking better...

and any help from you would be appreciated and honoured

suggestions, drawovers etc...


thanks