My roommate's OC

[SawmillTurtle 56]

I have converted my roommate to a brony by watching MLP around him, and he's reached the point where he came up with his own OC in his head. After having him describe it to me and do a rough sketch of the technical details, I designed this image. It took me about twelve hours because I'm picky and OCD about almost every minute detail and pixel.

 

The story behind this character is that he fell out of a tree as a foal and broke his leg in three places. Because of this, he has a bad leg which requires a brace. His love of clockwork inspired him to design a mechanical version. He also makes music boxes when he hears the Mane Six (or anyone else) break into song, so his workshop is filled with musical devices that play tunes like "Winter Wrap Up."

 

He's reclusive because of his bad leg, so he is almost never seen outside of his workshop. When he does go into town, he often rides in a cart pulled by a trusted companion. Because of this, a lot of ponies don't even know that he's disabled.

 

The main body was designed using General Zoi's Pony Creator. The stopwatch was taken from a screen shot of the train conductor. Everything else I designed myself. Though I did use a stock image of a gear from Google Images, it is in a modified form everywhere it appears.

 

That being said, I'm interested in hearing what you guys think, as is my roommate. He's not currently a member of this community, but he plans to be soon. In the meantime, I will pass on any feedback you have about his character.

Edited April 27, 2016 by SawmillTurtle

[4HFan 476]

I really like this guy! He has a very original backstory and a unique look. When this friend of yours chooses to join, I'll be there to give him a warm welcome!

[Brass bolt 8]

Well I'm here and it's a pleasure to meet with you

[Totally Nyx 36,146]

That's a really nice looking pony and I like the backstory.

 

Welcome to the forums Brass Bolt!

[Brass bolt 8]

Brass bolt (son) earth pony

copper bolt (father) earth pony

mistral bolt (mother) Pegasus

[Moon Sugar 532]

You did a really good designing his OC! It's masculine, and interesting. 

[SawmillTurtle 56]

You did a really good designing his OC! It's masculine, and interesting. 

Thanks a lot! I'm hoping that I can get good enough to actually make a name for myself. People keep telling me my art is good enough that I could probably make a living with it, but I have my doubts.

[Brass bolt 8]

Thanks a lot! I'm hoping that I can get good enough to actually make a name for myself. People keep telling me my art is good enough that I could probably make a living with it, but I have my doubts.

[Brass bolt 8]

she thinks I'm masculine

[Brass bolt 8]

I've been doing a little more work on my oc and this is what I have. its still a work in progress but its always growing

 

the Bolt family

Copper Bolt - father

Mistral Bolt - mother

Brass Bolt - son