Brought to you by the creators of Punishing: Gray Raven is the open-world action role-playing game Wuthering Waves! In this story-rich RPG developed and published by Kuro Games, the player awakens from their slumber as the protagonist Rover to a futuristic, post-apocalyptic world of Solaris-3, where a catastrophe known as the Lament has wiped out most of humanity. Joined by a vibrant cast of recruited allies called Resonators, the player must embark on a journey to reclaim their lost memories and overcome the Lament.

One character from Wuthering Waves is Zani, instantly recognizable by her large horns, tail, striking red eyes, and dark face markings. She works for the Averardo Bank in Rinascita, where she's tasked with guarding vaults and overseeing secure transport. Though she speaks flippantly and seems disinterested, she still carries out her duties with precision and will even work overtime when asked.

Her weapon is a unique shield that transforms into a greatsword. In her Resonance Liberation state, her horns and hair glow radiantly.

Learn more about this aloof workaholic with this collection of fan art of Zani from Wuthering Waves.

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The world of Genshin Impact, miHoYo’s action RPG that has made quite a splash among fans the world over, is exceedingly vast—so much so that we are hard-pressed to fit in all there is to know about its many distinct nations and their people. Previously in this series, we looked at fan art from the Mondstadt, Liyue, and Sumeru regions. Today, we’ll continue our series on the seven worlds of Teyvat and let you in on a few of their secrets.

One thing that is immediately apparent to the Traveler upon arriving in Fontaine is its height. Known as the source of all waters on the continent, the nation of Hydro towers above all others, gazing down upon its people who lead orderly lives as they await their “judgment” in the not-so-distant future. At the edge of Fontaine lies the Romaritime Harbor, where much of the hustle and bustle is drowned out by the sound of the thunderous waterfall. Though this behemoth takes considerable time to ascend, even by elevator, the rewards are sweet for those patient enough to make the journey.

Other sites that may interest the Traveler are Opera Epiclese and The Fontaine Research Institute. A large opera house that also functions as the main courthouse of Fontaine, Opera Epiclese is where comedy and tragedy come together, often blurring the lines of reality. Besides being a hub of culture and the arts, Fontaine boasts technological prowess. Many of the Fontaine Research Institute’s mechanical inventions benefit Fontaine, although the Institute’s reputation remains somewhat controversial among the nation’s people.

As the Traveler continues their journey through Fontaine, they can interact with and obtain a total of 14 playable characters, each aligned with one of the seven Elements and bearing one of five Weapon types: Bows, Catalysts, Claymores, Polearms, or Swords.

Lyney, Celebrated Magician of the Court of Fontaine and Lynette’s twin brother, who is capable of bewitching hearts with a flourish of his hat.

Lynette, a “Multi-Function Magic Assistant” to her twin brother Lyney, has cat-like agility and unpredictability, making her a formidable sword-wielder.

Freminet, an expert diver who hides a boyish innocence beneath his icy exterior.

Neuvillette, whose role as Chief Justice makes him a popular, if aloof, figure among Fontaine’s people.

Wriothesley, the “Duke” of the Fortress of Meropide, who serves as the prison’s administrator and a role model for the prisoners.

Charlotte, a journalist for The Steambird who is constantly on the hunt for the “truth,” even at the expense of her own safety.

Furina, the flamboyant Hydro Archon who lives for the thrill of the courtroom.

Go ahead and immerse yourself in the refreshing artwork of these characters below!

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In the immersive world of miHoYo’s Genshin Impact, players take on the role of the Traveler and set out on an exciting adventure across the vast continent of Teyvat to find their missing twin. This action-packed, open-world RPG is filled with captivating storylines and breathtaking landscapes that have captured the hearts of gamers worldwide.

Among the game’s diverse characters is Mualani, a superstar guide, watersports shop owner, and expert wave-chaser. With her sweet and cheerful personality, she is quick to befriend people and bring out the best in others. Her carefree attitude also extends to her business, as she often leaves her store open and unattended, operating it on an honor system. That said, she is not to be underestimated: a three-time veteran of the Night Warden War, Mualani is a skilled warrior, and her mastery of speed and the waves make her a force to be reckoned with.

Thanks to her charming characteristics, Mualani is having a moment on pixiv! Take a look below to see some of the best fan art featuring her, and enjoy her smile, which is as brilliant as the crystal clear sea!

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One of those characters is the saurian hunter known as Kinich.

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Among the game's diverse characters, Furina stands out as the beloved deity of Fontaine, the water-rich central region of Teyvat. As one of the seven Archons who rule over the continent, she is revered as a queen with jurisdiction over everything related to water, land, people, and laws. Furina's unique charm lies in her theatrical manner of speaking and confidently assertive personality.

In this feature, we're showcasing fan art of Furina de Fontaine, the Hydro Archon. Enjoy!

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From the creators of Genshin Impact, an all-new space opera RPG!

In Honkai: Star Rail, you awaken on the Astral Express as a character known as the Trailblazer, who is on a journey to figure out who they are. As you search for clues about your identity, you get the chance to travel to new places and meet lots of new people!

Among these are the crew of the Xianzhou Alliance’s Hexafleet Flagship, Xianzhou Luofu, and the Denizens of Abundance. Jing Yuan, Yukong, and Fu Xuan of the Six Charioteers are among the characters you get to meet while aboard the ship, along with Yanqing, Bailu, Tingyun, Sushang, Qingque, Luocha, Guinaifen, and Jingliu. Also, keep an eye out for Dan Heng in his Imbibitor Lunae form! You definitely won’t want to miss the opportunity to talk to all of them whenever you can!

Are you ready to jump on the Honkai: Star Rail bandwagon? Maybe the incredible fan art of these striking characters from the Xianzhou Luofu will catch your eye and pull you in!

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In the wise words of League of Legends champion Master Yi, “A true master is an eternal student.” Indeed, League of Legends is a game that constantly keeps you on your toes with new discoveries and updates.

For the uninitiated, League of Legends (commonly referred to as LoL or League) is a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) video game developed and published by Riot Games in October 2009. In this game, players are split into two teams, each composed of five player-controlled characters known as “champions,” and face off in PvP combat to destroy the opposing team’s base, aka their Nexus.

As evidenced by its longevity, the game has proven to be wildly successful. It has spawned multiple spin-off games, such as League of Legends: Wild Rift, a modified mobile game version, Legends of Runeterra, a digital collectible card game, and Ruined King: A League of Legends Story, a turn-based role-playing video game. League of Legends is also the world’s largest esport, with peak viewership surpassing five million viewers during the 2022 World Championship on November 6th, 2022!

In addition to its accessibility, League of Legends is also massively popular for its variety and depth. With over 140 champions to choose from, the game is bound to keep you coming back for more. Master one, or master them all—the choice is yours.

In this collection of fan art, you’ll meet iconic champions such as Akali, the rogue assassin; Jinx, the loose cannon; Kai’Sa, daughter of the void; Lux, the lady of luminosity; and more. Illustrations of the popular virtual K-pop group, K/DA, will also make an appearance!

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While the students of Twisted-Wonderland are the ones most often in the spotlight, let’s not forget the wonderful people who work behind the scenes—the staff of Night Raven College!

In celebration of Disney Twisted-Wonderland’s limited-time event, “Stage in Playful Land: The Dancing Puppet and the Fabled Amusement Park”, we will be featuring fan art of the characters from this popular franchise!

Disney Twisted-Wonderland is a mobile game created by Aniplex and Walt Disney Japan, with Yana Toboso, the creator of Black Butler, as the main scriptwriter and character designer. Described as a “villains’ academy adventure game,” players enroll at a prestigious arcane academy named Night Raven College, where they learn magic while trying to search for a way home. With many game elements paying homage to various Disney movies and villains, Twisted-Wonderland is an absolute gem for Disney fans!

Seven dormitories exist in the game: Heartslabyul Dorm (inspired by Alice in Wonderland), Savanaclaw Dorm (inspired by The Lion King), Octavinelle Dorm (inspired by The Little Mermaid), Scarabia Dorm (inspired by Aladdin), Pomefiore Dorm (inspired by Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs), Ignihyde Dorm (inspired by Hercules), and Diasomnia Dorm (inspired by Sleeping Beauty). In Part 2 of this series, we will be featuring fan art of the characters from Pomefiore Dorm, Ignihyde Dorm, and Diasomnia Dorm, as well as the eccentric school staff who keep the academy running.

Enjoy this gorgeous fan art of these beautiful and enigmatic Disney-inspired villains! And if you missed out on Part 1, you can check it out below!

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The popular mobile game Disney Twisted-Wonderland is holding an event called” Stage in Playful Land: The Dancing Puppet and the Fabled Amusement Park” for a limited time until November 22nd, 2023! In celebration of this event, we will be featuring fan art of the characters from the franchise.

Disney Twisted-Wonderland is a mobile game created by Aniplex and Walt Disney Japan, with Yana Toboso, the creator of Black Butler, as the main scriptwriter and character designer. Described as a “villains’ academy adventure game,” players enroll at a prestigious arcane academy named Night Raven College, where they learn magic while trying to search for a way home. With many game elements paying homage to various Disney movies and villains, Twisted-Wonderland is an absolute gem for Disney fans!

Seven dormitories exist in the game: Heartslabyul Dorm (inspired by Alice in Wonderland), Savanaclaw Dorm (inspired by The Lion King), Octavinelle Dorm (inspired by The Little Mermaid), Scarabia Dorm (inspired by Aladdin), Pomefiore Dorm (inspired by Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs), Ignihyde Dorm (inspired by Hercules), and Diasomnia Dorm (inspired by Sleeping Beauty). In Part 1 of this series, we will be featuring fan art of the characters from Heartslabyul Dorm, Savanaclaw Dorm, Octavinelle Dorm, and Scarabia Dorm.

If you don’t see your favorite characters today, fear not, as we’ll be featuring them in the next installation! In the meantime, feast your eyes on the colorful and whimsical fan art of these handsome, Disney-inspired villains!

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The world of Genshin Impact, miHoYo’s action RPG that has made quite an impact on fans the world over, is exceedingly vast. So much so that we couldn’t fit in all there is to know about the many distinct nations and their people. Today, we’ll continue our series on the seven worlds of Teyvat and let you in on a few of their secrets.

Among the many things the Traveler will encounter while they journey through the diverse landscape of Sumeru, one of great importance is the Sumeru Akademiya, which is not only the region’s governing body but also serves as the Teyvat’s most prestigious educational institution. Not only are students from across the seven nations accepted into the Akademiya, but traveling scholars known as Driyosh are sent far and wide in search of materials and research.

This institution falls under the jurisdiction of none other than the Dendro Archon herself, Lesser Lord Kusanali, or, as she’s sometimes known, Buer. Players may also be acquainted with her as Nahida, the living vessel that houses her spirit. Despite being the Archon for her nation, Lesser Lord Kusanali has little power over how her nation is run due to her being isolated for 500 years since birth, just after the Great Cataclysm. Because of this, there are few who know much about her, even within her home territory.

As is to be expected from the Land of Wisdom, there’s much for the Traveler to learn and discover on their journey, and this includes encountering a varied group of playable characters.

Nahida, the Catalyst-wielding vessel of the Dendro Archon Lesser Lord Kusanali who has much to learn about her own past and place within her nation.

Layla, a chronically sleep-deprived Cryo-powered Sword-user who specializes in Theoretical Astrology in the Rtawahist Darshan, one of Sumeru Akademiya’s six main schools.

The Wanderer, a nameless and nomadic Anemo character whose true identity is a mystery.

Faruzan, a renowned professor of the Sumeru Akademiya who harnesses the power of Anemo with her trusty Bow.

Alhaitham, a Dendro Sword user who serves as the Akademiya’s Scribe and is tasked with documenting all findings and drafting ordinances.

Dehya, a wild and passionate warrior who is as fierce as the Pyro she channels through her Claymore.

Players can also look forward to meeting Kaveh, an honor student of the Kshahrewar Darshan who is forced to become roommates with Alhaitham, with whom he constantly bickers.

Have any of these bright characters enlightened you in any way?

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The world of Genshin Impact, miHoYo’s action RPG that has made quite an impact on fans the world over, is exceedingly vast. So much so that we couldn’t fit in all there is to know about the many distinct nations and their people. Today, we’ll continue our series on the seven worlds of Teyvat and let you in on a few of their secrets.

Sumeru, a place renowned as a center of learning and knowledge, is home to some of Teyvat's greatest scholars. Lesser Lord Kusanali, the Dendro Archon, is in charge of this fantastical region, which has a diverse landscape that includes both dry deserts and lush forests.

A total of 10 subareas, including the Ardravi Valley, Ashavan Realm, Avidya Forest, Lokapala Jungle, the Lost Nursery, Vissudha Field, Hypostyle Desert, the Desert of Hadramaveth, and the Lands of Upper and Lower Setekh, are available for players to discover in one of Teyvat's larger nations.

There are currently 14 playable characters with varying Elements and Weapons, each with their own strengths and weaknesses, that players can choose from as they journey through this vast area.

Today, we'll be showcasing fan art of the incredible characters you'll meet on your Sumerian adventure:

Tighnari, the Chief Officer of the Forest Rangers and a Bow-wielding Dendro user.

Collei, a Bow-wielding Dendro user who appears in the official manga and serves as one of its main characters.

Dori, an Electro-savvy Claymore user who’s perhaps more feared for her jaw-dropping prices as a merchant and owner of The Palace of Alcazarzaray.

Cyno, a Polearm user and General Mahamatra, the head of the Matra, the Sumeru Akademiya's disciplinary officers, uses the power of Electro.

Candace, a Polearm user proficient in the Element of Hydro and the stern-but-fair Guardian of Aaru Village and the scion of Al-Ahmar.

Nilou, a friendly Sword-wielding Hydro user who moves as fluidly as her Element when she takes the stage as a dancer.

Have you had a chance to play as any of the characters we're highlighting today? Which is your favorite?

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You there! Yes, you, new recruit! Your new mission is to save Captain Olimar!

The beloved Pikmin series is back with an all-new installment, Pikmin 4! Unlike the previous installments, you now get to customize your own protagonist to save the (former) hero, Captain Olimar! Joined by the eponymous Pikmin, who help you navigate this strange new world you and your crew have crashed down on, you also have a new companion: Oatchi, the dog!

Have you been loving Pikmin 4? We think you’ll love this collection of fan art featuring the characters of the game!

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Ryza’s here with a game-to-anime transformation!

Following the March 2023 release of Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key, the third installment of this beloved game series, Ryza and her friends have arrived on the small screen as an anime adaption named after the first installment, Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout.

Reisalin "Ryza" Stout is a girl living a fairly good, if boring, life on Kurken Island with her friends Lent Marslink and Tao Mongarten. They later meet and befriend Klaudia Valentz after sneaking away to the mainland, and then manage to finagle themselves apprenticeships with the alchemist Empel Vollmer and his bodyguard Lila Decyrus after the two save them from certain danger.

If you loved the game, you won’t want to miss this charming adaptation of Ryza’s story! We’ve collected some of the best pieces of Ryza fan art for both new or old fans of Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout to enjoy below. Take a look!

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The world of Genshin Impact, miHoYo’s action RPG that has made quite an impact on fans the world over, is exceedingly vast. So much so that we couldn’t fit in all there is to know about the many distinct nations and their people. Today, we’ll continue our series on the seven worlds of Teyvat and let you in on a few of their secrets.

The people of Mondstadt are said to have learned very few things from their Archon, but pull from three symbols; dandelions, flight, and wine, to make part of their trademark as they’ve used them to help establish their nation.

The less-than-hands-on approach of their Archon has led the people of Mondstadt to be mocked as an abandoned nation without rule by the citizens of Liyue and perhaps other nations as well. As an Archon’s power is directly linked to the amount of worship they receive, this makes Barbatos the weakest of the seven deities.

Despite the nation being under the jurisdiction of the Anemo Archon, which is perfect for Anemo characters like Sucrose who makes use of the Catalyst, many of the characters you’ll encounter here wield other Elements as well.

For example, there's Fischl, a Bow-wielding Electro adventurer who actually claims to hail from a world outside of Teyvat, and Bennett, a plucky Sword-wielding Pyro adventurer with a bit of an unlucky streak.

Subservient Claymore-user Noelle uses the power of Geo and her Claymore to help anyone in need.

Then there's Mona, a highly knowledgeable Astrologist who wields the power of Hydro.

Eula, the captain of the Knights of Favonius, Rosaria, a Polearm-wielding nun of the Church of Favionus, and Diona the less-than-enthusiastic bartender all harness the power of Cryo.

You’re sure to encounter all sorts of interesting and uniquely-skilled characters on your journey throughout Mondstadt. Do you have an affinity for any in particular?  

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The world of Genshin Impact, miHoYo’s action RPG that has made quite an impact on fans the world over, is exceedingly vast. So much so that we couldn’t fit in all there is to know about the many distinct nations and their people. Today we’ll begin our series on the seven worlds of Teyvat and let you in on a few of their secrets.

Let’s kick things off with the basics. The world of Teyvat is broken up into seven distinct nations: Mondstadt, Liyue, Inazuma, Sumeru, Fontaine, Natlan, and Snezhnaya, each governed by a deity who wields a particular Element: Anemo, Cryo, Dendro, Electro, Geo, Hydro, and Pyro. This group of deities, known as the Archons, are said to make their home on the floating island of Celestia, along with mortals who attain godhood through extraordinary and heroic feats.

Ruins of the fallen nation of Khaenri'ah, which was destroyed by the Archons 500 years before our story begins, can be found underground and lack a presiding deity. Your player, the “Traveler” who either goes by Aether or Lumine depending on your choice, finds themselves trapped in this unknown world and is separated from their twin sibling. Joined by Paimon, an NPC whom the player saves from drowning, the Traveler begins their journey across Teyvat’s expansive landscapes to be reunited with their sibling.

Mondstadt is the first region the Traveler explores on their journey. This northeastern city is known as the City of Freedom and technically falls under the jurisdiction of Barbatos, the Anemo Archon. This region is broken down further into five areas: Brightcrown Mountains, Dragonspine, Galesong Hill, Starfell Valley, and Windwail Highland, each with subareas and interesting locations to discover. As the Traveler continues their journey through Mondstadt, they can interact with and obtain a total of 18 various characters, each aligned with one of the seven Elements and bearing one of five Weapon types: Bows, Catalysts, Claymores, Polearms, or Swords.

For example, Jean Gunnhildr, the Acting Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius, is a Sword-wielding Anemo character who tirelessly works to maintain the peace in Mondstadt.

There’s so much to discover and so many characters to encounter in Mondstadt — and all of Teyvat’s nations. To help you get acquainted with some of the faces you’ll come across on your journey, we’ve compiled some amazing fan art featuring the characters themselves. Have any of them in particular caught your fancy?

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One of the mainstays of most Pokémon games is going out and catching your favorite little critters and turning them into a team of battle-ready beasts! The Gym Challenge is typically the best path to helping you reach your goal to be the very best.

What makes the Paldean Gym Challenge different from all others so far is that you can freely challenge them all in no particular order. In previous generations, players would often need to complete certain subtasks before even getting to encounter a town's Gym Leader or would be forced into one particular path due to each Leader having Pokémon of increasingly higher levels. 

Paldea's revolutionary system is just one of the aspects of the Gym Challenge that has fans in awe. The other, of course, is its lineup of fun and interesting Leaders who specialize in Pokémon of a certain type. 

Following the game's example, here's a list of Paldea's Gym Leaders in no particular order:

Brassius, the Grass-type Leader of the Artazon Gym

Kofu, the Water-type Leader of the Cascarrafa Gym

Katy, the Bug-type Leader of the Cortondo Gym

Larry, the Normal-type Leader of the Medali Gym

Iono, the Electric-type Leader of the Levincia Gym

Ryme, the Ghost-type Leader of the Montenevera Gym

Grusha, the Ice-type Leader of the Glaseado Mountain Gym

Tulip, the Psychic-type leader of the Alfornada Gym

It's only after defeating each of these Trainers and their prime team of Pokémon can you make your way towards being one of Paldea's Champions. Have a look at the fantastic fan art below and see if there's one in particular that you think will give you the best fight.

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How familiar are you with Hades? This roguelike dungeon crawler has claimed many fans and awards since its first early access release back in 2018. Available on a number of platforms, this single-player game has received universal acclaim for its story, gameplay, soundtrack, and of course, characters.

Excitement among old and new fans alike hit a Mount Olympus-like peak when a sequel game — Hades II — was also announced during the 2022 Game Awards on December 8, 2022. 

In Hades, the player takes the role of Zagreus, Prince of the Underworld and rebellious son of Hades. Unhappy with his father and his life in the Underworld, Zagreus makes many attempts to escape the realm of the dead and reach Mount Olympus.

Assisted on his quest by various deities, including his adoptive mother Nyx and his demigod mentor Achilles, Zagreus powers through a number of obstacles and challenges in the various biomes of the Underworld.

Despite frequently bearing the brunt of his father’s frustrations and disappointment, Zagreus is a humbled and good-natured character with persistence, good humor, and wit. He goes above and beyond to protect those he cares about.

Perhaps his most notable physical feature, besides his smaller-than-the-average-god height and perpetually burning feet, is his heterochromatic eyes. Along his journey, players discover that in this case there truly is more than meets the eye when it comes to Zagreus and his family. 

Treat yourself to a look at some of the fan art featuring the man himself and see which ones really go the distance. 

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In what seems to be the blink of an eye, the year is coming to a close. As we look forward to what’s on the horizon, a collective look was taken at all of the best that gaming had to offer this year during the Game Awards 2022 on December 8, 2022.

Not only did we get announcements for upcoming games that are sure to make the nominee list for next year’s event, but we also got to see just how the most popular games of the year stack against each other.

One of the event’s biggest winners was Elden Ring, taking home the coveted Game of the Year, Best Game Direction, Best Art Direction, and Best RPG.

When it comes to the number of awards won, however, God of War: Ragnarok was certainly no slouch, taking home Best Narrative, Best Score and Music, Best Audio Design, Best Performance, Best Action-Adventure Game, and Innovation in Accessibility.

In celebration of this year’s winners, we’ve compiled fan art featuring notable characters that appear in some of these brilliant masterpieces. Why not go for a scroll and bask in the victory emanating from the illustrations below?

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