Character Model and Animation Reel: Aurora, the Swordswoman

This character is one I've been working on for about nine weeks now, and has been a complete study for myself into Blender, and how to sculpt, UV edit, texture, rig, and animate a completely original model from start to finish. The character was inspired by videogames like Street Fighter, Guilty Gear, and Streets of Rage, and intended to be a playable character in a beat 'em up or fighting game. I learned a lot through the process, and will link to all of the blog posts relating to the character below.

Week 1: Initial Concept, Sculpting, Remeshing

Week 2: Armor Sculpting

Week 3: Beginning UV Mapping

Week 4: Detail Modeling, Finished UVs, First Shaders

Week 5: Final Shaders, Initial Rigging, Weight Paint, Facial Blend Shapes

Week 6: Eye + Sword Rigging, Finalized Weight Paint

Week 7: Correcting Mistakes, Facial Rigging

Week 8: Leg Controllers, Sword Blend Shape, Initial Animation Testing

Week 9: Special Effects, Motion Smears, Final Animations and Reel