That Cold Winter Night by Arakas
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Description
On the night her father died, it all fell apart for Callisto. He was the center of her world. He alone defended Callisto from her drunk and abusive mother, but in the end was unable to defend himself. On the night he died, at the hands of her evil mother Callisto changed. Without him, Callisto would have to face her mother alone. That was when Callisto made her first kill. Now truly alone on the unforgiving streets, Callisto had some hard choices to make. That cold winter night, with only a stray cat for a companion, Callisto vowed she would rise above it all and rule her own destiny. Soon Callisto would have a new father, figuratively speaking. A master assassin, who would over the next five years, teach her everything he knew. He too, was taken from Callisto, by no less than the head of the thieves guild himself. And like her mother, the pasha payed the ultimate price for taking something dear to Callisto. At 19 Callisto was once again alone on the streets of Waterdeep. But now things are different. Now Callisto is in charge. Not of the thieves guild, though she could have the position if she desired it. Callisto now rules the streets themselves. People cross the street at her approach. Even the city watch fears her. Callisto does not window shop, or wander aimlessly about. If you see her, which is only if she wishes it, there can be only one reason. Someone is about to die. Enjoy, -Arakas
Comments (15)
XCellent!!!
Superb and impressive image! The pov and the decor makes this image heartbreaking.
Wonderful work and mood!!!!!
Excellent image. A nice orange point light above the flames would have given a nice glow on the walls and the characters to enhance the mood. I'm not criticising :) Great render. A++
Wonderful story and excellent render to illustrate!
Wow incredible scene and light superb work 1!
fabulous scene and tale!
A dark image and story that strike a powerful emotive note. Bravo!
fantastic work and so sad !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
she is a dangerous lady according to the story.i will only go near her in the most humble way naked and on my knees mwamwa.
Wow! Super impressiveimage ! love the cat, the small fire and the dark atmo ! We feel cold like her !
Another excellent, interesting chapter in the story of your diverse companions. Very well done!!
sad and wonderful image!!!
Fantastic scene and magnificent narrative! Most original and creative both!!!
♥ Just love this piece of artwork, it’s very well done!