New Sword Woman Art!

[qos]

I just created this icon, based on




I love that the rust appears to be falling away from the blade as she touches it, as if it's been waiting for her to claim it.


ETA: Thanks to oakmouse who clued me in to the fact that Charles Martel was a historical warrior-king (and grandfather of Charlemagne). According to lore, it was his sword that Joan of Arc found when her Voices told her to search behind a particular altar to find her weapon. It is also said that the rust came away "as if by magic" when she went to clean it.

So this appears to be an image of Joan -- or a woman who is inheriting her legacy.

Comments

[oakmouse]

Good heavens. Martel as in Charles Martel?

(Cool pic, btw!)

[qos.livejournal.com]

Good question. I had to look up Charles Martel, but given what little I read in the last few minutes, it's certainly possible. The art is from a historical fantasy military card game associated with the History Channel.

Unfortunately, I can't trace back to the specific page on the trikinggames.com web page to get more info.

But I'm in love with that woman!

[oakmouse]

I can see why!

Given some of Martel's deeds and legacy, it's an interesting connection. Sovereignty, the king/father, the hero who will return when needed... very rich associations.