Together Again - Ishtar for Nuisum by brewgirlca
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For Nuisum who gave me a big smile when she told me how much she loved my stories; thanks for the vote of confidence - I dedicate this next chapter to you. For those who are new to the Ishtar series, check out the Previous Ishtar image link and there you'll find the links for the synopsis of the series to date.
After waging war with Sargon of Akkad, Ishtar, the Goddess of Love and War and her cousin and vizier, Ninshubar, Goddess of the Wind arrive at their Grandfather Enki's home in Eridu.
Grandfather Enkiiiiiiii!
Grandpaaaa!
Ishtar! Ninshubar! By the Gods...but then I am a God...welcome back to Eridu! I can hardly believe that you are here and we are together again! I know it has only been a few weeks since you left for Lagash, but it feels like you were gone an eternity. Give me a hug, right now... both of you!
Who am I to disobey my Grandfather? Get in here Ninshubar, Grandfather needs a great big bear hugging!
I am right behind you my Lady, do not think for a moment I am giving up my chance to be held in Grandpa's arms again!
Hoo! My arms are big enough to embrace the two of you together. So the raid went well? I haven't seen any of Sargon's louts prowling around in days.
Yes Grandfather, the strike on Lagash went well. Not exactly as we had planned it, but such is war. And we won. The temples of Sumer will be spared; the peoples and faiths of Akkad and Sumer will now be one.
Great, great! Only you, Ishtar, could have pulled off such an impossible feat.
Well, actually, Grandfather, I hate to admit it given that I didn't want her to come, but our victory had a lot to do with Alora. She was the one who went after Sargon and broke into his chamber. And it was she who drew his blood.
My Lady is being uncommonly modest Grandfather. Despite Alora's bravery in battle with Sargon it was Ishtar who took on the Gods of Sargon and it was she who united her brothers Sin and Uttu to raise the energy that resulted in the resurrection of Alora - despite her having blasted the begeeses outta poor old Sin only minutes before! And then....
Stop, stop, Ninshubar, this is all too much for this old man. Slow down and tell me what really happened. Alora fought well but she is not with you now? What happened to her? Was my Granddaughter killed?
Aaaah, well, kinda, you see. ... Grandfather, the story of Alora is going to take a bit of telling.
Well, I've got plenty of beer!
Good, because Ninshubar and I need a few after what we've been through. Let us then speak of Alora over ales.
Previous Ishtar
"She Returns"
"She Returns"
Comments (32)
Beautiful and Delightful! nice detail work! Roxy-sensei Happy New Year to you!
and the tale will grow in the telling! Wonderful scene Roxy It is so nice to see this story continuing, this and the wonderful images that go with it! Nuisum is a very fine artist and this is a great dedication to her
Interesting to see where you story goes fom here. Excellent rendeing.
Great to see some of the story again, Roxy! This is a joyous looking homecoming and as always, well written :) Looking forward to more!!
Yes, I do love your story and your art as well. You always have great composition and wonderful color balance and excellent depth of the scene. Another beautiful image, thank you.
Very good work and story!
Interesting and detailed job. Bravo!!
Great scene!!!
A dynamic scene, well done all together !!
Amazing scene, nice work!
Excellant looking render. Best if zoomed. Great story.
Great scene, very detailed as laways. Amazing work my friend !
bonne année 2013
Looks fantastic in full view Roxy.
Very nice work on this next chapter in the series Roxy, and the scene you created for it is superb. Can't wait to find out what happened to his Granddaughter
really wonderful scene and story. I like the movement in the clothes!
astonishing work Roxy. intence story and amazing work hon.
Then Nuisum has joined the ranks of those of us who love your work Roxy. Your image is as delightful as ever, and the story-telling wonderful.
Fabulous work!
GORGEOUS work! I'm so glad you're back to story writing!! ;)
Excellent scene and render! Wonderful story my friend!!!
wonderfully done scene, characters - excellent
Awesome render Hugs Susan~
Plenty of beer, yaaa! Great looking image...;)
Applause!! More applause! Still more applause! Ishtar is back! :-) As always a beautiful image rich with detail and beautifully composed! Another masterwork, Roxy!
A triumphant return on multi levels. Lovely and rich image. His expression of love and joy is easily felt. I had to go back and re-familiarize on the story line. I always enjoy your writing, so perhaps this trend will continue!? :)
A truly happy reunion and so detailed. The joy is written them in the face. Wonderful! I drink also a beer...cheers
First: the image... WOW! I love the wealth of detail and your mastery of lighting and color. The whole scene is nicely dynamic and lively. There's so much to see and enjoy and simply soak in. Second: the story... Yep, it's a good one! It's the kind of text that just sucks you in and keeps momentum in a really nice way...there's just enough explanation to keep things on track, but it's not like talking heads in that stale info-dump sort of way that can get really annoying. I love it when writing avoids that, despite giving important information. The trick is to let it flow naturally and let some things remain unexplained and only hinted at. There's a great sense of action in your writing, and that carries it along at such a nice, brisk pace. It's like a refreshing walk: faster than a stroll, but not so much exertion that you miss the scenery. That's a such a good thing. Feel free to do many, many more of these. I'm kinda pressed for time tonight, and so I'll have to comment on other stuff that I've missed in your gallery over the weekend if I can, but I simply had to comment on this.
Wonderful scene :O-)
The feeling of the joy of reuinion really comes through in this.. well done!