This is a concept art of Aspertos, the mad mage merchant — a mysterious dealer of forbidden magic who hides in the shadowy alleys of the human capital. He sells potions of unknown origin to those willing to pay the price, embodying a figure that is both alluring and unsettling within this dark fantasy setting.
Conveying the duality between an enigmatic merchant and a dangerous sorcerer through visual storytelling and character design.
Using costume, posture, and silhouette to communicate personality, intent, and narrative at a glance.
Adobe Photoshop
