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Entry: The Morrigan, The Phantom Queen, Warrior, Shapeshifter, Lover, represented as both a single being, and a trio of goddesses.



Design: Morrigan depicted with red hair, ready to take the field.

Summoning Tome- Poe Head Perch: Classically associated with ravens, she takes the form of a raven perched on Cúchulainn's shoulder after his death. Within the triple representation of The Morrigan, Badb also stands as the raven. Within this context, Badb would battle on the field, and would also use magic to turn the tide of the battle as she saw fit.

Mythrill Armour- Circlet: The Circlet is there to denote sovereignty. While I could have selected the Crown of Virgo, I opted for the silver tone, which has cultural significance tied to the Gael according to Wing.

Damascus Armor- Dark Energy: The Armor of the Warrior isn't hard to understand- however, I opted for the "Dark Energy" version because it looks battle stained- a further reminder that life and death can be messy and that sometimes the gods ask for blood.

Damascus Armor- Dark Belt and Dark Leg: Without the need to emphasize the battle stains, the Dark Belt and Dark Legs worked well enough for the aesthetics.

Cloud- Mist: As a member of the Tuatha Dé Danann as noted in The Lebor Gabála Érenn, I used the mist to show the ethereal nature of the fe-fiada as the hero Cúchulainn speaks of it to Ferdiad. There are also mentions of mists and storms changing the flow of battles that might be linked to weather sorcery which deepens the symbolism.

Lunar Cloak: Purely symbolic in nature, the cloak is designed to represent the shroud of the fallen. Worn straight and at her back, it would pass over those on the field who fell before her.

Drop Dead Gorgeous Midnight Gown: Designed to be seen as battle damaged clothing, the color was selected for aesthetic reasons. The actual use of the gown was employed to show that the Morrigan is still a woman, and has womanly desires that are sometimes scarred by her disguises and role within the mythology- an example of this being how Cúchulainn turns her romantic advances away. (UPG on this aspect of course)

Blue Tribal Tattoos: Designed to look like woding, I placed them upon her arms to represent both lust and battle. Woding is an aphrodisiac, and was worn into battle.

Spartan Spear: Statues often depict the Morriagn with a spear in place of a sword. This works out well, because not only is it an apt weapon, but it allows for a balanced design by making room for a shield.

Nitemare Parasol- Open: Too often in the romantic image of battle figures does the blade get more thought than the shield. I included this as a shield to do justice to the tools of battle and to represent her ability to protect her people.

Further- the Grey Eyes and the slight smile represent the stormy nature of her persona with the mild amusement she holds in her interactions with those who seek to challenge her (or falsely claim her- again UPG whee )

Shadow, Scorplett, Reagun, if I have done any disservice, please let me know and I'll make corrections.

Have patience with me- this is the first time I have ever entered an avatar contest. sweatdrop

Entry: Bast, she is a sensual goddess that loves attention and being papered like any cat. ^-^


Elven Ears (Feline), Superior Form, Sandy Cat Tail, Gills: since she is a "cat goddess" I thought she should look cat like. In mythology she is depicted as either a cat or a woman with the head of a cat.

Egyptian Green Linen Wrap, Lovely Genie White Bangled Bra: For an egyption look. Also, her color is green

CoCo Kitty Plushie: The two cocos represent her sacred temple cats

Lovely Genie Green Belly Gem, Lovely Genie Green Headpiece, Egyptian Gold Anklets, Egyptian Gold Bracelets, Egyptian Sapphire Ankh Pendant, Gift of the Goddess, Hoop Earrings: I put all the gold as a symble for the light of the sun (for she is a solar deity). Also becaue egyptions wore a lot of gold

Plumeria Headpiece: for a exotic feel

Here we have Apollon, God of light, prophecy, and music.
Generally described as an athletic youth carrying a bow or lyre. Here we have both. He is crowned in laurel, an attribute of his due to one of his many love interests. I added the sun tattoo to denote lordship of light. Plus it was cool.

Thank you! The prize is going to my quest.