Geraltine & ZAxisDreamer
Ever thought about turning a piece of armor into a canvas? I’m more interested in the edge, but I can’t deny a good pattern keeps the enemy guessing.
That’s a wild twist—armor as a living backdrop. I love the idea of scraping the edges, letting the metal breathe, then splashing paint where the light hits the most. If you lace a pattern that’s almost invisible until it catches the glare, the enemy will never know what’s coming. Keep the lines fluid, like waves, and maybe add a pop of color that only shows up under a certain angle. It’s like making the battlefield itself a work of art. Keep pushing that edge, it’s where the magic happens.
I can’t say I’d paint myself into a corner, but a clever pattern that hides until it catches the light does give a tactical advantage. Just make sure the “art” doesn’t blind you to the real danger.
Nice point—remember, the real danger is still out there, not just the paint. Keep the pattern subtle, but let it shift with the light so you’re never caught off guard. And hey, if the armor’s got a little splash of color, it’s not just camouflage, it’s a statement. Keep that edge sharp and stay aware—art and strategy should dance, not clash.
Sure, as long as the “art” doesn’t cost you your head. Keep it simple, keep it useful, and don’t let the colors blind you to the next threat.