#*concept art

“Eager to avoid Father Christmas imagery, Weta’s designers pursued different interpretations of the character, drawing upon diverse cultural references. paul Tobin was inspired by Scandinavian depictions of Saint Nicholas. Andrew Adamson mentioned the idea of Father Christmas having perhaps been an old warrior, so Paul’s concept included quilted armour with snowflake and reindeer motifs, while Greg Broadmore’s concept owed to his research into Middle-Eastern stories of the Saint. Warren Mahy’s idea, was inspired by thoughts of an old, retired military general, a kind old warhorse gentle but spirited and powerful.”

PS. thank you to the people who actually requested for kazuha after my post :D you have a special place in my heart <33 now we will resume to our regularly scheduled requested content :>