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Poke Island Series
Motherly
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Based in the Poke Tales timeline, showing how Nidorina would take care of Eevee while he was temporarily adopted. Inspired by a scene in MOTHER 3, but then again, the Poke Island series is based off of the MOTHER series, and each remind me of the other.
Just Call Me "Nidorie"!
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based on the 4th "episode" of Poke Legends, titled "Nidorina: Movie Star." Her rarity as a legitamately appealing Nidorina gave her a chance to star in an Indiana Jones esque film. "Nidorie" (Nih-DOOR-ee) is a stage name. In the Pokemon film business, only one Pokemon of its kind is allowed to keep their Pokemon name, if they were never given another name at birth (i.e. John). It's first come, first serve, so for example, any subsequent Pikachu after the first one would be nicknamed "Pika", "Chu", "Chuka" and so forth. So obviously, Nidorina wasn't the first Nidorina on set.
Bedtime Story
Loneliness
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Based on Poke Tales #7: "Nidorina's Secret". Her first appearance, I might add, and a very important one. Crucial, even. I was listening to MOTHER3i's "Flowers" when I worked on this. Since I know what I know about Mother 3 as well as this event here, let's say I was feeling awful while making this picture. Is it okay to reveal MOTHER 3 spoilers yet?
Not Like the Others
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It's Mysterious. There's something different about Nidorino. He isn't aggressive or super powerful, and he looks different too. Back in his high school/college years, the other (jealous) Nidorino would haze him often. He was, however, the object of several girls affections, even though Nidorino's a nervous guy and didn't like the attention.
What are the odds that a cute Nidorino and Nidorina couple could have ever met in the future?
Daily Grind
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Nidorino works at a large business firm in Metroise, the major city of Poke Island. He always does his best to support his family.
The Dodrio, whose name I still haven't checked up on since I last posted this, is Nidorino's secretary. Yes, she has wings. The Pokedex says they have them, and I assume they never use them because they're tiny. They probably also blend in with the rest of the "fluff".
My (Extended) Family
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Nidorino's full family, regardless of extension, by the end of Poke Legends. Pictured is (clockwise from the top): Needles, Nidorino, Totodile, Chicolita, Diana, Eevee, Nina, and Nidorina. Nidorina would love more kids, but Nidorino refuses until the youngest is at least five, and they have gone up a peg in social economic status. It's a family of love, though, which is probably the whole underlying theme of Nidorino and Nidorina's segments in Poke Tales and Legends; Love and family.
Dot and Needles
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Based off of the Poke Tales versions, as opposed to their finalized toddler selves. Despite how it looks, they're actually close friends. Or maybe it just appears that way because Dot has no one else to play with, and Needles just takes it because the circumstance is mutual. I can imagine in the future, Dot becomes a Nido-san like figure being all tough and protective for Needles, who is probably cowardly like Alternate Universe Nidorino. The only difference is it'll be more of a brother sister relationship, and Needles is just a nervous guy instead of a weird one.
Onlooking Nidoran
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Excuse to draw a picture of Nidoran Female, you'll find I do this a lot. I also tend to mke a lot of over dramatic pictures with her, because she was such a dramatic character (nah, not really).
Cute Nidorina
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"I'm lookin' pretty good for 30!"
Likely what she's sayin'. Even though 30 isn't even old, but then again, I've seen people who look older than me and they're still high school students. I'm years beyond high school, and I still got mistaken for one when I used to work there (which wasn't even a year ago, at the time of writing this). The point I'm making is looks are deceiving, and people age differently.
Sunshine
Forever Sweethearts
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Even with earlier martial issues, this couple is practically gaga for each other, especially in present day (i.e. after the point when Nidorino became more affectionate). Either way, the idea was to have a couple that not only went against the negative stereotype you may see in some married couples in fictional media, but to have a romantic couple that would rival even the Huxtables of the Cosby Show. After their children, they love each other more than anything. Nidorina, obviously, loves Nidorino about five times as much as he does her, which sometimes makes him uneasy. Although not clingy, she isn't above pouncing him or pulling spontaneous stunts (this is one marriage that's far from predictable, that can be said). Still, they appreciate each others company and wouldn't trade what they have together for anything in the world. If only more spouses could love each other as unconditonally, this should be a new trend.
Royal Nidoqueen
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In ritzy Sunset Coast City lives a Nidoking and queen couple of royal decent. Like most characters in the Poké Island et. al series, their names are the same as their specie. Though they have royal blood, they chose not to live the life of monarchy but moved away (despite the wishes of there family) somewhere quieter. Well, quiet and extremely posh. They own one of the many mansions there, but unlike a lot of the people who live there, they do not place themselves on a pedistal above those who live anywhere else.
Like all the other major Nidos of the series, Nidoqueen has a more feminine appeal than the typical. I dunno why I did this, I mean, I could've made them look normal but I guess not. Then again, looks alone didn't help Nidoran and Nidorina any in the beginning anyway. Still, Poke Island seems to breed cute looking individuals. Even the Raticate on the island are cute. Maybe that's why they keep themselves hidden from mainland. Also, like every other creature, clothes are optional. It really makes no difference if they wear them or not, but Nidoqueen often gets dressed up just because she can afford high fashion clothes.
Mrs. Nidorina Another Ver.
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You know, the deal with the Mrs. Nidorina series of drawings is pretty much the same, no matter how many times I do it. Just how stereotypically moe can I make this character? Well, for one, her eyes need to curve downwards. Each one looks a bit different, too (probably due to getting better at this, you decide whether that's a good thing, or I'll decide for you (the answer is it really isn't)). So then one has to ask "but why"? Definately to play up the fact that that's how she was looked upon within the series, well, by other characters I should say. She was cute and a bit awkward, lending to a stereotypical appeal that guys took notice of, which was more than anybody could say about Nidorinas in general. There's quite a few scenes of Nidorina being forced into "atypical female is actually attractive" instances (starting very early, at that), mostly because that's what I saw in anime and I like to go around playing with norms because everything's one big joke to me anyhow. There's got to be a TV Trope phrase for what I just said in quotes, because you see it in anime all the darn time.
Cake?
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My what big ears you have. While Nidorina and Chicolita held the title of best cooks in the Poke Forest, Nidoran could still crush them with her unbelievable ability to bake treats. There's a whole story devoted to this talent. It's amazing what one can do with only two claws. Then again, Chicolita's food is gourmet quality, she only has a hoof dealie to use AND she's only 12. Oh, what us humans don't know about Pokemon capabilities. And they want to keep it that way.
Pensive Nidoran
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While Nidoran is typically mild mannered, he has a strong wanderlust and likes to explore. This worries his wife a lot, because as a Nidoran he's really not that strong, and he doesn't have the greatest sense of direction, either. But he can't help it, the thrill of finding new discoveries is far too great. Here, he's thinking about where to go next.
Poke Tales/Legends Nido Role Call
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Doodled just because. Not including Poke Island itself, it had an entirely different Nido cast than the latter two parts of the series. These are all he important Nido cast members (they may not all be major characters, but they aren't background). When you stop to think of it, outside of Poke Island, Nido Pokemon have been the foundation of everything I start that's Pokemon related. With such high regard, it's no surprise I would build unnecessary sites like this one, but someone had to do it. The imagery MIGHT make more sense than it did when I first uploaded this, with the advent of more character info through time. But like last time, you could probably guess what each character is like just by what you see, and you'd probably be spot on (although the children are a bit hard).
A Caring Nidorino
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Nidorino's instincts clearly defy what researchers spent all their time classifying as normal, and no, it's not just to stomp on the efforts of biologists. Even if he is a peaceful fellow (save for under stress), he will do whatever is necessary to defend his family. He's well known in the Poke Forest, and a friend to everyone. He's a handsome guy, definately young looking and possibly a pretty boy (but not "dude looks like a lady" pretty). His cute appearance is strange for a fact, but no one seems to be shocked about this like they were for Nidorina. Women think he's cute, married or not. Guys wish they had his youthful looks (if only because they don't wanna look crusty when they get a certain age). Nidorina thinks he's "surface of the sun" hot, which might explain the rapid child births. But on the plus side, they're gonna have offspring so beautiful that you can't look at them directly without your face melting, and if they breed enough, they can create a whole new species of face melting Nidos. You can't tell me that's not a cool sounding concept. In the end, he isn't vain, for no matter what anyone thinks of him, he's just a calm and caring guy. One who works a lot, too. Boy, do I know what that's like.
Slightly Older Dot and Needles
Resentment
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There are people who just seem to have been dealt a bad hand in life. Nidorina will have to learn to forgive those have wronged her, or else she'll spend her life in eternal bitterness.
Poke Forest Karaoke
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The denizens of the Poke Forest are a close bunch. They all know Nidorina can't sing, but they all encourage her anyway. Such a wonderful group of friends! Well, her kids just want to die, but you know how it is. As long as you're having a good time. The song I was thinking of when drawing this was Addictive Love by Bebe and Cece Winans (it's an old early 90's song), despite neither character sounding like them. I also like drawing exaggerated pics, but you knew this.
Well, YOU Wanted It
Goodnight!
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If you were one of her kids, or just one of the resident kids, this would fill you with joy. Nidorina's such a tenderhearted woman, she likes to pamper little ones (or Nidorino) for a good night's rest every now and then, just to keep it a welcome surprise.
Tension
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"Nidorino's just been so... distant, lately. He's working later, is always on edge around me, and he just seems to get upset whenever I want to do anything with him. I don't understand. Could it be that he still resents me? Is it the stress of having a family? It couldn't be possible that he might even be... seeing another? It breaks my heart to see him this way. Oh... I wish you'd tell me. I'd do anything for you, just please, tell me."
The Poke Island series was a pretty heavy series compared to my usual belief in the nonsense of cartoons and rejection of seriousness. Only marriages on TV are one note, whether they are always great or bitter. I wanted to make this one as real as possible, and real marriages have problems. It's all a part of the series emphasis on character development. I couldn't find this family as endearing as I do if they were plastic.
Everyday Adoration
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It's natural for individuals to notice someone good looking when they pass by, or even have crushes on hollywood stars, even if they're already in a relationship or marriage. The key is not to dwell on that, though. There are some people, however, who aren't like this at all. And even further, some are only attracted to the one they fell in love with. It's a real thing. Nidorina is one such person. She's worked with actors and has been hit on by various people throughout the series, but she's generally oblivious. And even when she does catch on, she just giggles and compares their attraction to a childish crush without showing any interest. She has never, and I mean NEVER seen anybody as attractive outside of her very own husband, Nidorino, who is basically her knight in shining armor as her case may be. It's true that she may be wearing tinted glasses per se, especially because Nidorino was at the right place as the right time, but she's not blindly in love with him, and knows he has faults. Still, it really says a lot to her girlfriends when they talk about hot soap opera leading men, and all she can talk about is how much hotter Nidorino is. They wish they could love their husbands as much as she loves hers. He drives her crazy at times, and he doesn't have to do anything more than smile warmly. She thinks of Nidorino on a daily basis, because she cares a great deal about him and his well being. She's always excited to receive a phone call or see him via webcam(unless the reason for contact is bad news). Nidorino doesn't fully appreciate Nidorina's love for him and just how fortunate a husband he is until late in the series. All the little things, and the big things... everything counts. She always made sure he knew she loved him, there's never a promise of tomorrow, after all. All marriages could at least learn from this. So in this picture, Nidorino tries to show his appreciation by making her breakfast, but is absolutely stumped on what a whisk is or does. The meal WILL end in catastrophe, and she knows this. But you know what? She loves him just for the thought.
Supermom
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Cleans the grimiest of messes, puts up with the naughtiest of children, and can prepare meals satisfy even the pickiest eater, she's the one and only Supermom!
Today, with toilet brush in hand, she braves the dank wasteland to do battle with the porcelain god himself. Tune in for this all new exciting adventure!
I was thinking about taking a Lichtenstein approach. It would be better if I didn't use an oekaki to do this, but as long as it can be identified as such. Then again, Lichtenstein just blew up the original art and repainted it, so the conceptual credit I guess goes to... whoever pioneered it. Just a point of interest, her enthusiasm for cleaning is actually somewhat based on Marge Simpson.
Do What You Love, Love What You Do
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Kirby and Nidorina saw an ad for a new karaoke restaurant. And it happened to be all you can eat Tuesday. They were really on top of this one.
Kirby and Nidorina have a lot in common, jovial folk who love to sing (though not well), dance, and eat whatever happens to be in their line of sight! To them, they just live their life to the fullest, being joyful in everything that they do. And it's a nice time off from annoying friends/demanding family, too.
Cuddle
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At the end of the day, when you can be content with just a cuddle with the one you love most, even that could be considered living. No wonder they're so young and happy.
Mr & Mrs Nidorino
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This picture seems to be pretty popular too. I've never seen the movie, but I did see the Simpsons spoof of the movie. But when I saw this poster, like everything else I see and don't get on its own, I Nido it up! All I know is that a young, able bodied attractive couple are also assassins who probably try to kill each other among other folk. Sounds like something they'd call in Miss Nidorie for! However, since this seems to be a bit more intimate in aspects, she wouldn't dare agree to do this movie without her husband. She won't even hold another guy's hand if it isn't platonic.
The Biological Children of Nidorino's Family
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Left - Needles. The gift child that Nidorina begged for. His existance is a giant step up in character development for the parents, Nidorina matures and Nidorino loosens up. He is chubby, but super cute. Middle - Diana. The planned second child. She's very sweet and hardly fusses. Also super cute. Right - Nina. The sickly "oops" child. Sometimes, things just happen. Quite a sad story involving this one. Also super cute.
Mother's Tribute to MOTHER's Mother
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I got an email suggesting I did another splash page for CW Spring like I did the Lucas one in 2007. Now, normally I just disregard requests out of the blue because I'm not some entertainment center, HOWEVER, he must've inadvertantly struck my weakness. He suggested I used Mrs. Nidorina. One could probably get me to do almost anything as long as she's in it. I'd make a whole dang movie based on her autobiography from birth to death. Yeah. I'd also want money for it, too. I'm no fool (though, I would pay a high end studio to do it, so maybe I am).
So I drew this up, slightly matching CW's 2007 splash. The most depressing thing is despite how much I love Mother 3, I don't think I'd've tried as hard if I drew Hinawa for real. That makes me sad. =( But at least the character fits.
Bun-Bun
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Of all the cutest things ever, this is simply the most adorable thing I've ever made, at least as of now. This is a variation of the Mrs. Nidorina series of pics, now with emphasis on just being cute. I really put a lot of effort into this just because I really like the character. She's got more personality, real world wise, than anybody outside this series. She's been the forerunner of favorite character for a decade, beating out any official character, anybody else's charcter and even the rest of my own characters. Then again, ten years will set that in stone. It's hard to undo all that time. So pics like these are really tributes to the different sides of her, and there are many. She's cute, heartwarming, desirable, childish, naive and oblivious. She's also emotional, anxious, selfish, sympathetic, empathetic and relatable. Things that make up natural people, all of my pictures pretty much give a glimpse of who she is at that moment. That's what makes her great. That's why she's so fun to draw. And that's why I make larger scale tribute pics like this! I could essentially do the same for Nidorino, but he's less sympathetic. But hey, I love that guy too. I love the whole family. I can't say it enough times. PS: Bun-Bun is Nidorina's pet name, a diminutive of "bunny". Nidorino's pet name is Rinie.
Glasses Make Everything Cuter!
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Psst. Nidorina also makes a good meganekko. Pass it on. Both Nidorina and Nidorino own reading glasses, but if you've been paying attention you already knew that. Is there any archetype Nidorina can't fit into? Probably not, she's a little bit of everything. That's why it's so easy to draw her in one. Same reason why dressing her up in anything also works. She's just that much more eclectic than my other characters (though "Nido-san" follows closely).
Mrs. Nido
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I worked hard on this and put 110% effort into making this... hope you like it. ^^
Mrs. Nidorina
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Hello! I just was bored and wanted to post a picture for Kine cuz I heard that he rarely sees Mrs. Nidorina pictures, so, I made one for him!
Totodile's Flower
Sugimori Styled Mama Nidorina
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Something I've always wanted to do. She actually was meant to look like this officially, except I couldn't draw too well eons ago, and eventually my own style kicked in and now she looks differently. I thought, if Sugimori took a stab at her, how would she appear? Assuming he kept in mind that she's not supposed to look entirely like a basic Nidorina, this is what I envisioned he'd envision. The left elbow is above her neck (which is nearly non-existant) so that's why it covers the pearls. Also, I made this pic for those people out there who only want artwork to look as official as possible for some reason, because I know how they complain. That's nice, but I hope you don't plan on being any kind of exceptional artist if you can't put your own spin and originality onto anything.
Mrs. Nidorina
I Want to Play with My Children, But...
Mrs. Nido
What'll I Wear Today?
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Nidorina wears a lot of clothes throughout the Poke Tales/Legends series, so here's some of the outfits she wears. The homemaker, normal, and nightgown looks are the most reoccuring. As you know, she can be dressed in anything, even cosplay, she's really fun. More importantly, each image you see here reveals a lot about her character. Too much life-likeness in a Nido, you say? Better get used to it now so it's not a shocker when/if Poke Tales comes around. It's still funny that the clothes are mostly arbitrary, except for maybe one, let's not talk about it.
Walking Alone
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Monochromatic for some kind of emphasis. It's another sullen image of Nidoran, based off of The Lonely Nidoran, the first Poke Tales story (but #3 in episode order).
Stylish Nidoran
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I like the artistic style used in old Vogue magazines and other magazines in the 1920's. I tend to refer to it as the fashion style, I'll need to educate myself on the real terminology. Besides, anime style tends to wear after a while, even if the characters were made in Japan (now granted, not everything should be Americanized, Kirby didn't transition well, for example). So, I did a little miniseries of the PI series Nido femmes, because technically they're supposed to be the most ravishing, every other Nido character following is a fluke. So, Nidoran starts us off with this pie she's pretty proud of. It could be used if she decided to open up a fancy French restaurant. Kinda like Ratatouille, except the whole film is drawn like "Your Friend, the Rat" instead of CGI, and it uses Nidos. Hot diggity dog, I'd be all over that movie. Anybody who could pull that off would get my hand in marriage. Heck, even an animatic in layouts only would be sufficent.
Stylish Nidorina
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So, here's part two. The idea was to go for a sleek design than was at least somewhat organic, but didn't worry too much about Poke-anatomy (there's such a thing?). I think she could stand to be stubbier, though, but hindsight is 20/20. This is an early pic so I can't say it's truly organic, but you know what? You have to draw the same character a million times to really be able to do this, and do it well. No, seriously. You can't jump into some other style without foundation (you could, but that typically means you're already good at the style, but can't draw the character in any other way, or you're bound to screw something up/features will be incorrect). Afterall, Nidorina of Poke Tales design started off looking a lot like my best rendition of Sugimori's Nidorina, so I had to draw that thousands of times before I could start playing with her looks. Now I can easily draw a Nidorina any way I want to because I've got the foundation of the character down to a science. Kinda pathetic, but it keeps things fresh.
Stylish Nidoqueen
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Last of the stylized Nido femmes. This style of art really fits this character, being that she's all about elegance. I could have given her ornate clothes, but the idea was just to keep it simple, after all, I was just playing with the style, I wasn't planning on showing this off professionally. She looks like she has a snooty looks-down-on-others expression/posture. Despite being rich, that's not in her character normally, but you must admit it just works here. I wonder how she makes other Nidoqueen feel? She also looks like she doesn't even NEED other people's business. I can't imagine going to a dinner party myself, but I get the feeling by not over dressing, she'll end up stealing all the looks from males and females alike.
"Oh gracious! What's to be done about that Nidoqueen?"
Old Era Nidorina
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I drew this after finding a collection of early to mid 1900's publications. These guys clearly had an understanding of organic design, it's a shame that a lot of people attempt to recreate a new retro style that's just flat and angular, though. Meh. There's some unnecessary hard angles here, but I was probably playing with the idea more than trying to utilize it. The major point isn't the picture, it's the details of everything that led to it. New and aspiring artists should research many, many different artists, illustrators, and cartoonists, in different eras and countries, who have already left their marks in the world. Find what makes these aesthetically pleasing. Then, incorporate them for your own use and knowledge. Ignorance and laziness aren't legitimate excuses. Staleness of public media makes me want to puke and I've more than vocalized my point of being tired of it. Worse yet is that it influences people (oy, for example, stop copying Family Guy, people. For more reasons than one, but mostly because the art is atrocious). Networks only buy into this junk because it's cheap, and yet it has a turnaround so it's safe. I could go on and on, but the more I do, the more subjective it gets. Here's the point. If you take art seriously, so much so that you want to make a living from it, please, please approach it with an open mind to learn, and the patience to do things correctly.
Our Greatest Strength
A Youthful Wife
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Imagery based off of a mini comic I drew a long time ago. Basically, the story was about Nidorino being an old frump while Nidorina's the happy but immature woman who needed to get out of the house. Fact of the matter is that while developing her character, I wanted her to be unconventional compared to most TV moms, but without being absolutely unrealistic (most of the time) or a polar opposite. Kind of like Peggy Hill from King of the Hill. It seems Nidorino's the more down to earth guy (instead of the cliched oafish father). This is the part in the story regarding "Happy Cakes". Nidorino's a little freaked out when his wife decides to go into falsettos. In spite of it all, though, they balance each other out. I don't think the marriage would last long if his wife was a serious as he is.
I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm
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I know this is Sinatra's song, but I had the Billie Holiday version in mind. Why do I always think of Nidorina whenever I think of anything from an older era? Must be all those classic movies I watch. You know, the black and white movies were men were men and women were women (Yowza! I can see why "wolves" always whistled at women in the pictures. Everybody's such a wishy-washy pansie in movies these days. What the heck happened to this country?). Then again, she's the only Nido actress I have, but that really doesn't mean a whole lot. Well, like any old song, this is one of my favorites. Well, anything sung by a crooner or jazz singer is pretty good, in my opinion. But, I also like Christmas music too. It's my favorite time of the year for the warm fuzzies.
Oh, Nidorie!
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This is the other half of the Oh, Nidorie! picture duo. This is the Pokemon version for those who come to the site for Pokemon, considering that's what you'd expect. This image was just as fun as human "Nidorie", it really portrays her golden moment well, when she had her 15 minutes of fame. Sure, she's wider than her human counterpart, but you see, no matter how I stylize things, I still stay within a boundary of Pokemon design basics (more or less, the rule of silhouettes). So, naturally, she should be rounder and stubbier. Human or not, though, she knows how to work what she has. Maybe the next step for her is runway model?
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Alternate Universe
Nido-san
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Nidorina "Nido-san" is the older sister character of the Alternate Universe series. She's the voice of reason when Kine isn't, and even when he is. She's agile and athletic for certain, and also has special training under various forms of martial arts. She's also been under governmental programs (such as the secret service), as well as a member of a group of unlikely spies.
Charlotte
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Charlotte is a mystery. Behind a typical blank stare is a deadly force with the mind of an infant. I decide to go with a mythic appeal in this picture as opposed to cute. Looking back at this picture, she has way too much hair. Glad I simplified her later.
Nidorino's Thoughts
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Nidorino, you cad. Your fantasies are beyond unrealistic. His attraction to female Nidos has been in play since early in the Alternate Universe series (back when it was still Poppistar Universe). Back then, though, I didn't really consider how awkward him liking Charlotte was, either.
Haha Slutbuni
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Based off of an old Poppistar comic strip (it's on Creative Worlds, actually). I don't know if Lopunny's unfortunate nickname "Slutbuni" is still used. I don't even care. I still haven't played a Pokemon game beyond the 3rd generation so it's hardly important. But, either way, this is a lot more accurate.
Anyway, the joke is that Nidorina would seduce guys, then when they're stupified, bludgeon them to get easy experience points for the Johto league. This kind of exploitation devised by Kine? How could you stoop so low? You're a dead boy.
"Nido-san"
You're Next
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A friend told me of this site, and once I saw the comics... well, what can I say, I'm a fan now! ^^
Infiltration
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I don't know, this one started as I saw Nidorina... and the shoulder pads made me think on a Starcraft Marine... X3
She's about to infiltrate in...well, somewhere. And if you ask why's she holding a gun, that's because she's a good sport, and it will be easier for the guards to dodge bullets than dodge her. X3
"Best Friends Forever" Congrats
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To commermorate the completion of "Best Friends Forever", Nido-san and Bellsprout drawn specially for Pat! Thank you so much for all your hard work and dedication for all Nido fans the world over! I can't wait to see more AU! Congratulations, Pat! ^o^
For Li'l Sis
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Nidorina was on her way to her daily fitness class as she saw Charlotte sitting of in a corner by herself. She had her typical look of indifference, but inside, she felt alone as she though that no one wanted to spend time with her. Nidorina, being able to sense this, decided she could take just one day off of her regular schedule to make Charlotte feel better.
Wanting to do something special for her "little sister", she decided that perhaps she could use a new look. "Just because you were born in a stasis chamber doesn't mean you have to look so grim, sweetie. I'm going to give you a cute new look, something special just for you!" Charlotte smiled in anticipation and thankfulness, happy that her "older sister" could take time out for her.
Moral: Always remember to treat your siblings with love and kindness, even if your siblings are artificial. ;)
"Nido-san"
Those Dear to My Heart
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Nidorina, with dolls of those closest to her:
Kine - Ex-trainer, "younger brother", Nidorino - boyfriend, Bulba - close friend, Charlotte - "baby sister", Bellsprout - best friend.
It's Nidorina!!!
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I went to your website, and I loved all the pictures there (and the comics), so I made fan art! ^___^
Someone For Everyone
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Nidorino may not be good at a lot of things, but if there's one thing he can do right, he can be romantic. Nidorina always enjoys these moments with him. A favorite pastime of theirs is to go star gazing. As they cuddle and look towards the jewels in the heavens, they watch for stars shooting by, only wishing the moment would never end. It's amazing how committed she is to this guy, isn't it? I'm sure part of the fun is the simple and clean dates they go on, it makes him seem like a gentlemen. There's someone for everyone, and Nidorino does his darnedest not to screw this up.
"Nido-san"
Bellies Stalker
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Nido-san will get her revenge on Bellie, and it will be when Bellie least expects it... Bellie's got a stalker, and in the end, it's going to burn.
Awakening
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I forgot how cool this picture is. You know what else is great? Vampire Savior. Heck, all Capcom fighters, Capcom may even be the king of fighting games, if not SNK. Do you ever find yourself asking just why Capcom rules so hard? So this picture is a hypothetical "what if" about a cliche. You know, if the "demon in disguise" ever awakens, realizes true potential, or what have you. World/universal destruction, etc. Afterall, she is the Omega Project prototype and the Angel of Judgment. However, you can tell it's all in theory just because a creature of judgment wouldn't be evil, just unmoving and impartial, and she's clearly demonic here. All in all, this picture would be nothing without Vampire Savior, which, by the way, is still awesome.
Nido-san/Bellsprout Sprite Sheet
Check Out My AWESOME Ride
Charlotte and Mecha
PMD Charlotte
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First Charlotte fan art =) Recolored and edited from PkMn Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team. She's so cute~
Valentine's Dinner on the Cheaps
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When your income consists of loose change you find in some adolescent fish's couch...
One With the Stars
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"I dream of becoming as bright and lovely as the stars..."
That may be what she's thinking.
The Great Power from Within
After Viewing A.U.
Welcome to Aqua Bunny
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Well, AU:Nidorino is ended.
It looks like it's story is 'how Aquabunny been made?'.
Then, next AU would be 'Present in AB'? :)
I draw this... and... well. It isn't as good as I first sketched, and there's many non-AU pokemons are here.
Well, I'm still posting this picture because it was really hard work. ;-;
Some Alternate Series
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I'll run with any idea. This is based off of the cosplay in the Crazy Convention pic (link). I'd love to have a bunch of characters in many series that can be used intercahngibly in different stories and scenarios, like Tezuka's Star System. I actually mean that for my own original works, but it'd be a nice experiment for my fan creations too. I'm thinking whatever this is, Charlotte is older and probably speaks, and Nidorina would not have Nido-san as a nickname. Maybe Nido-sama, but then again, she isn't Japanese. Think of a fitting American nickname, and apply it.
Lucky Star Charlotte
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I saw images of Konata floating around, and the only thing I thought of was Charlotte. Add to that that I don't know a thing about Lucky Star outside that I think it does parodies of stuff and Konata is an otaku, and you'll find that my priorities are rather skewed. I've got my own favorite cast of characters, but I do like to try out as many drawing techniques as possible, so I always give credit to people who can make great art. Well, provided it's constructed at least semi-proportionately. All in all, I do think the look works for her, but the more I think of it, I just don't know if I agree with that eye shape (these days, anime artistic conventions are becoming harder for me to accept, I'll do it anyway but not without thinking "this makes no sense", construction wise).
Sporty
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Wherever she goes, people can't help but be awed by just how cool she is. But what defines cool, exactly? What is it that people like about her, anyway? This is why she doesn't let it get to her, it's all subjective anyway. Everyone just hypes her up. Maybe it's all her honors and accomplishments. Maybe because she isn't such a girl. Myabe because she ain't a butch, either.
Anyhow, I guess this is some hang out attire. She could be on her way to see a campy action flick, or to throw/kick a ball around. Maybe she's going to coach kids. Hey, she'd make a pretty awesome coach. She's already got that Cool Big Sis appeal going for her, I figure a lot of kids will listen to her more than some balding fat man.
Even I Smile More than You Do
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It may or may not be true. Steph the Gallade is Kasedilla's character. This pic makes more sense if you knew about both characters.
Look Out World, Here Comes Nido-panda!
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This pic features Nido-san and Nidorino. I saw Kung-Fu Panda today, hence Nidorino's outfit, and it was the funniest movie I have ever seen!
...;
Luv
Happy Charlotte
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I drew this because she is starting to be unoticed. I love the shading and how I did her this time. I wasn't too happy with my first try.
Like a Grand and Miraculous Spaceship...
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I've always loved Charlotte as a character.♥ I think that's a bit obvious. I see now that her hair is a bit different from the norm, but I was working sans reference, and I do think it looks quite nice either way.
D'oh!
ニドさん
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Sometimes, little things like nicknames get taken too far and out of context. Everyone knows Nidorina isn't Japanese, and I'm sure she sometimes wishes Bellsprout's joke nickname never caught on. Almost all of Kine's other Pokemon that he caught in Johto are Japanese, but no one ever gives them an honorific.
Happy Child
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Is it me or is Charlotte getting younger? I mean, when conceptualized she was some deadpan 16-18 year old even though she only had the mentality of a two year old. These days, though, I can't help but portray her as a 4-6 year old in artwork. If I knew she would turn out this way I probably would have made her a child to begin with. Well, that's what happens when characters get developed after design... At least now I've compromised enough to make her at least appear 15 and no older than 16 without drastically doing an age reduction.
Nevertheless, I love this illustration. I could probably draw for childrens' books. And you know what? I wouldn't be opposed to that, either.
Charlotte's "Rip in Half" Move
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I still love Charlotte.♥ She's so cute, chapter two of Surely, Charlotte was pure love too~!
Idolize
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Time and again, Ness and friends save Pop Star from potential threats that are too much for Kirby and his thugs to handle alone. Charlotte, being the impressionable lad, sees someone who has just as much capability as she does (as far as she can tell) using it for the greater good, and of course is going to want to be like Ness. It's like Tails wanting to be like Sonic, at least in the older games. And let's not forget her little crush on him, which would also have a lot to do with cosplay.
PK LOVE*, indeed.
*You don't have to tell me that's Lucas/Claus's move. But it fits the pic (and the inner personality of Charlotte) more than PK Kiai/Rockin'.
Judgment
Carmela:ALE
Carmela
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Based on an earlier version of Carmela before the comic started. Other versions included one that was over the top, and another that was plain and boring. I also like graffiti and street art, but that becomes an issue all of its own (no one wants it on THEIR property).
Nidoran Carmela
Carmela 8D
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I drew Pat's character, Carmela, 'cause well... come on! There's just something about her that makes her beg to be drawn. Not sure if I got her quite right, though. e.e;
The Falls
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Phooo... trade with Patrick of his Epsilon Team; starring Carmela! This was incredibly fun, and challenging. I hope you enjoy. I used a photo-ref (obviously), but I tried to make it my own at the same time. :3 Enjoy!
A Victim of Sketching and Artistic Practice
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Drawn back when I was getting more into anatomy and stuff. I also got tired of drawing in official-esque styles (hint: one of the reasons the Carmela comic became boring to do). I hate restrictions, and being on model at all times. Only money grubbing regimes force that kind of stuff on anybody. Now don't get me wrong, guidelines are fine, I try to keep characters at identifiable and within noticable silouettes (in this case, a Nidorina should still LOOK like one), and certain rules should be followed. Being all willy nilly without rhyme or reason is just as bad as being the equivalent of an artistic Stalin.
As an interesting note, this doodle would set the standard of how Carmela should appear henceforth. Sure, adding clothes puts her on that fence of being a morph which I don't like, but it couldn't be more fitting for her character so it stays. Plus, without the clothes she'd look like any other Nidorina so it's all good.
Nidoran Carmela
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Guess what I found on my Yellow! Just kidding! I finally thought of some kind of art I could do on MSPaint, spriting! Carmela's attacks are: "Cut Choo!", Makeup, Scary Face, and of course, Poison Sting.
Las Cholas de la Cueva
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Heh, I must've gone to town with the Carmela series, because looking back at this stuff I seriously decided to add some kind of flair, even for a bare minimum sketch like this. Sketchy though it may be, I still think it's nifty, so it stays on site.
Pictured, clockwise from the bottom is Carmela, Angelina, Raquelle and Maribel. There used to be some kind of backstory to the characters for this image. I'll reserve it for either a better picture or for people to read about some other way. I'll give you the first paragraph, though;
Despite being full of small Pokemon, Thunderwave Cave is quite dangerous considering all the unruly Pokemon (exploding Voltorb nonwithstanding) that live there. These girls don't actually live in the cave, rather in areas nearby, but they use the cave as a place to hang out, or hang low if any of them is in serious trouble. They refer to themselves as Las Cholas de la Cueva.
Team Waterlilies
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Oy. Get up off me silly girl. The overzealous Lilia's way too enthusiastic about being in a rescue team, Carmela has no idea what she's getting herself into, and Daniel, well, let's face it. If you turned into a Pokemon, the last thing you'd want to do is start working a job. They'll never beat Team Go-Getters at this rate.
Thunderwave Cave Gals
Nidoran Carmela Another Ver.
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Wow, what the heck? Fair enough, adding some kind of pronounced feminity is pretty much needed on a character like Carmela (unlike Charlotte, for example, where it's not permitted). But looking back at this I can't help but wonder if I went too far into the wrong area. I was right, they don't teach you this kind of thing in drawing cartoon creatures (probably because they shouldn't, but heck humans love to anthromorphize every little thing just for familiarity's sake, we're self centered like that, so might as well). I think everyone just goes off of what they've seen in cartoons past as a standard. Well, it stays on the site because the pencil artwork by itself is pretty ace. But, I mean, it's not even a parody of something.
Carmela Mini Morph
Pinecone Meets Carmela
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A nice sunny day, a grassy knoll, just right for foraging. Two bunnies cross paths; Pincone Nidoran, meet Carmela!
Meet might not be quite the word - I'm not sure if he'd be in any state to introduce himself. He was always quick to notice a nice looking girl, but Carmela is... well, slightly atypical of the other femmes he's come across, and I think he likes it (as you can tell by the all-out Anime-esque nosebleed he seems to have developed. Someone hand the brown bunny a warm wash cloth?).
Just to clear up any confusion - Pinecone is coloured brown because his grandfather and parents are all Furret. He takes after his Grandmother, Achikochi, who was a Nidorina.
Lake Eerie
Achi and Tachi Babies
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Achikochi Nidoran and Tachiguy Sentret. The very first sketches I did of these characters, dug out of their year 2000 sketchbook, and colored a couple years back as part of an anniversary gift for my wife. We met via the Lake Eerie Pokemon RPG group, playing these characters, and I drew these for my (at the time) new buddy Mistie. Who would ever guess that seven years on, we'd be married?
Achikochi n' Tachiguy
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A perfectly mated pair. Achikochi the silvery coated Nidorina, and Tachiguy the blue eyed Furret, sharing a bit of a cuddle under a flowering tree. Enjoying a little spring time sun and each others company.
Achikochi and Brownie
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Achikochi Nidorina and her brown Nidoran son re-united after parting ways.
Invite
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The invite for Mistie's and my own wedding, sans text. It was quite amusing to field questions from the younger guests as to why we had Pokemon on our wedding invite, and then to field questions from our older guests asking why we had cartoon animals on our wedding invite and what they were meant to be!
Achi-Tachi Family
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Here is possibly the happiest moment of Achi and Tachi's lives. The hatching of their first litter! The kits seem to have taken mostly after their dad's side of the family.
Young Achi & Tachi
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Achikochi and Tachiguy, two fast friends curled up together shortly after their meeting.
Achikochi Lightcast
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Even after death, Achikochi appeared in spirit form to her mate and family.
Gift For Mr. and Mrs. Newman
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What awaits Achi and Tachi in the future? Will their dreams ever be realized? The description of the picture is assuming it's based somewhere in the middle of the story, or THEIR story. The title is formal, but definately out of respect, as I hold Lake Eerie to a high regard, afterall, it's probably the earliest successful Nido supportive site, plus both Mr. and Mrs. Newman are very nice, which caught me off guard. Admittingly, I do wonder who was conceived first, Nidorina of Poke Tales or Achikochi (because I'm a nut who wants to know unimportant things like who's the "mother of all Nidorina characters"). I'm not counting Agnes, for what it's worth.
Nidoran Spike
Nidoran Spike - Candice
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She is cheerful and protective of her younger sibling, Mikey. Her horn doesn't show up that well in the drawing, though...
Nidoran Spike - Mikey
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Mikey is a young, naive little male Nidoran, who enjoys spending time with his friends. he is a little afraid of battling, but his power shows when its needed.
Mikey
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This is Mikey, one of my Nidoran characters. He's blushing because he's shy around strangers, but you can't see the blush very well.
Candice
Nidoran Spike - Brett!
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Okay! I finally continued the pictures I was working on, so... Here's Brett! The shiny male Nidoran! Also part of Mikey and Candice's team, he's kind of grumpy most of the times, and usually picks fights because people telling him he looks like a girl.
Rainy Day Activities
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The Nidoran Spike gang, hanging out indoors, doing a cute little puzzle, while it pours heavily outside. Brett doesn't seem to be enjoying himself.
Tears
Grumpy Shiny Brett
Greyscale Candice
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I was trying to think of a way to colour this, and I thought greyscale. I don't remember trying that before, so I did it here.
Posion Jab
Thats Nice
It Was This Big, and This Wide!
.BREATH.
Yesterday Once More
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Lookin' back on how it was
In years gone by
And the good times that I had
Makes today seem rather sad
So much has changed.
Lyrics from Yesterday Once more by Richard Carpenter.
The song is so pretty
Kinik's Garden
So Cold
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It's really cold here these days. Actually, it feels like colder than December.
(FYI, grass is weak to ice. :) )
White
Kirin the Nidorina
A Bother
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A picture of Reislet the Wartortle and Kirin the Nidorina I drew for Kinik. All his pics are cute and/or awesome, and being a really nice guy made this all the more deserving.
Whew
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Really exhausted... for some practice of the Easter celebration at the church. T_T
Someday I'll Become a Hero!
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Yes, it's daydreaming. Holding shiny sword, and strong shield... like Link, maybe. Well, I'm drawing anything these days... :(
Leaf Umbrella
Sleepy
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