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:: Umi Bozu :: V2 by Berrigami

A little commission I ask of Greaves made by a dear friend. I wanted something by the sea, with Greaves relaxing (for a change) but with a little sparkle of fantastic, asking to add in the background the infamous yokai, Umi Bozu (sea monk). That giant, whose true appearance is unknown roam in the ocean, smashing boats or creating giant waves. They also, can ask an empty barrel of sake to the crew, only to use it to sink the ship and drown the crew instead (very nice yokai right?). The best way to escape would be to give them a barrel without the bottom so that it will waste his time trying to scoop water with no success.

You can read more here, a wonderful source if you like yokai mythology.

:: The Lord of the Kois :: YCH by fukugami. & Anthropomorphic Ink-commissions by morteraphan

If Greaves was a supernatural creature or deity (in an au one day...), he would either be a Merman Koi or a Bakaneko. I was lucky enough to have artists who, at different given time, tackle the subject, taking the opportunity to commission them, here is the result of their take on the challenge I’ve given them. I think they both succeed. ❤︎

[COMM] Writerinafoxhole by SkyGiratina00

Another commission from another artist, who was kind enough to give me permission to share it with you, I simply wanted Greaves going to a temple. Like I said in my previous post, Greaves is very in tune with Japanese traditions, it was integrated in his everyday life since he was a kid. He doesn’t necessarily say that he is a shintoist, since he doesn’t consider himself member of a sect or an organisation. Like 80% of the Japanese people, he simply takes part in certain Shinto beliefs and rituals. Going to temples, is a personal choice from Greaves but mostly out of habit, plus being surrounded by supernatural creatures and yōkai tends to motivate his visits. Giving respect to old gods, spirits and ancestors is natural, praying for support and guidance though is something he does with caution. It remains another emotional time for him since his family died but it is one he doesn’t mind sharing as long as you respect it. The more, the merrier, plus he always has a couple of acquaintances he simply pays visits too, wether they are priests or the actual deities roaming the grounds.

Eyes of sorrow :: F L O W E R B U S T by fukugami

My friend was kind enough to make a commission for Greaves, despite having only written information and only a face claim to work with. Her art is amazing to be honest, she has a very cool style, she’s super sweet and she gave me permission to share it with you. If you are interested she is often taking commissions on her deviantart. ❤︎