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First
mysteeri olento taivaalle
Initial Thoughts: I'm just not a fan.
Strengths: The coloring is nice.
Weaknesses: While liking the colors, just not very well balanced. Also, this is a combo we've seen before and I'm just not that impressed.
Final Thoughts: I really don't see how this got first place, let alone top ten.
Second
Vanguard Virtues - Courage
Initial Thoughts: I don't know what everyone is getting fussy for. I like that you're dedicated to an idea.
Strengths: I think this is one of my favorite of the series. The colors are nice and balanced. The layering is beautiful and this is one of those situations where I love that the background is just that, a background.
Weaknesses: To me the eyes looks more bored or lifeless than courageous but overall the avatar is stunning.
Final Thoughts: Don't mind what others may say, you're dedicated to an idea, actually several and you deliver. It may not be 100% all the time but you work hard and it shows. Keep up the good work.
Third
Diva de los Muertos
Initial Thoughts: Splendid!
Strengths: That green together with that red looks really nice. All the items work very well with each other. Definitely something worth looking it.
Weaknesses: While I gave this a five because I did love it, just a little plain for my tastes.
Final Thoughts: Overall, job well done and I'm happy to see that you placed.
Fourth
The Spider Princess
Initial Thoughts: Another non-impressive avatar this week.
Strengths: Again, the colors are interesting.
Weaknesses: It's a bit of a mess really. The items to me don't seem to fit one another.
Final Thoughts: I just don't see how this was liked enough to get into top ten when there are avatars last week that were much more deserving.
Fifth
★ Captain ★
Initial Thoughts: I can see why people liked this one but it wasn't a favorite for me.
Strengths: I really like the colors combo. Green and cream are really nice together.
Weaknesses: There are some colors that are really standing out, like that tiny bit of blue on the jacket, it's all I can look at when I see this avatar. Also the layering just seems a little jumbled and the avatars frame looks strange.
Final Thoughts: It's not a bad avi, just not the best one. I've seen you do much better work than this.
Sixth
DiMonne
Initial Thoughts: Well aren't you just a creepy little thing. Kind of reminds me of Aliens.
Strengths: I think everything here is pretty balanced. Just the right amounts of each colors in each area.
Weaknesses: I kind of wish it wasn't in the sitting position. Also, a scary background would've made this a little more interesting.
Final Thoughts: You've done well here and in the past. I think jazzing up things with a background would help you out. You've got some major potential!
Seventh
Never Give Up
Initial Thoughts: I almost added this one to my favorites.
Strengths: I like the colors and the flow of the avatar. The items you've chosen are excellent. I can see the story.
Weaknesses: Well, one item I'm not too keen on. The roses on her head. I see this really tough looking chick then I see the roses... not so tough anymore to me. Even though they're black and roses are thorny, it just throws me off a little bit.
Final Thoughts: That one item is why she wasn't in my favorites. Otherwise you've done well. Not bad for your second entry, I see you going far.
Eighth
LoN: Contessa Ishtar
Initial Thoughts: This should've been first. In my opinion it was the best avatar of the whole week.
Strengths: I adore that mix of that blue and the red! The items you've chosen and the way you've layered them it excellent! And of course the scene just sets everything!
Weaknesses: None!!
Final Thoughts: I know you haven't had a win in a long time and I think you definitely deserved one for this. Like I said, should've been first place.
Ninth
MdA: Lady with a Secret
Initial Thoughts: I'm really creeped out at the thought of an older women being a whore.
Strengths: I can see the story in this avatar and while it makes me feel uncomfortable, this is a major strength.
Weaknesses: You know, looking at this avatar again, I'm wondering why it got into my favorites. There are a couple things that are a little off. Notably, the black and orange feathers on her head and how the gold isn't very balanced throughout the avatar.
Final Thoughts: Still a great avatar in my eyes. You have no need to worry, you are a talented one.
Tenth
Shoppin'!!
Initial Thoughts: I'm not going to lie, i kind of liked this one. An avatar after my own heart!
Strengths: The item combo is nice, she definitely look like a fashionista!
Weaknesses: I do wish the colors matched a little better and were balanced.
Final Thoughts: All in all, this isn't a bad way to round out the top ten