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For this piece, I took inspiration from the old camouflage pattern used by the Republic of China Marine Corps and MTP camouflage, as well as a camouflage pattern I had previously asked AI to generate by combining elements of the two (the third image).

Unexpectedly, what I ended up creating looks more like M81 Woodland camouflage. I’m actually a little disappointed with it, but for my first attempt at digital drawing, I’d still consider it a success.

My first time completing a piece digitally (please forgive how rough it looks since I’m still a beginner at digital art, and to be honest, I was kind of just messing around when I drew it 😆).

I saw these pictures online, and I thought it was pretty interesting to see tanks from two different generations appearing together, so I decided to share them here.

Image source:

https://def.ltn.com.tw/amp/article/breakingnews/5229707

https://army.mnd.gov.tw/Article/Index/7427

The following text is quoted from the news article linked below.

During the ROC Armed Forces’ “Han Kuang 42” live-force exercise, the Third Operational Zone conducted an M1A2T tank fuel resupply drill with the ROCA 584th Armored Brigade in the Taoyuan area this afternoon (August 10). Notably, the M1A2T tanks also tested protective canopies designed to defend against drone attacks.

Regarding the protective canopies fitted to the M1A2T tanks, Jyh-Shyang Sheu (許智翔), Assistant Research Fellow at the Division of Chinese Politics, Military and Warfighting Concepts of the Institute for National Defense and Security Research (INDSR), pointed out that the installation of protective canopies or slat armor has already become quite common in countries such as the United States and Germany, as well as on the battlefield in Ukraine. However, countries are still testing different configurations and designs to determine how protection can be substantially improved without imposing excessive burdens on tank crews.

Sheu added that protective canopies and slat armor are essentially expedient forms of armor protection. Overall, more comprehensive, multi-layered counter-UAS measures will still need to be developed gradually in the future, along with the further procurement of equipment such as active protection systems (APS).

Image source and word reference:

https://def.ltn.com.tw/article/breakingnews/5534966

The following content is copied from the source cited at the bottom.

Military Police Use Taipei Metro for Night Mobility Exercise as New Urban Camouflage Debuts

During the fifth day of the Han Kuang 42 exercise, Taiwan’s Military Police conducted a late-night mobility and logistics drill using the Taipei Metro system. Personnel moved from Zhonghua Camp to Ximen Station on foot before boarding a special train to Nangang Exhibition Center, completing the movement under heavy rain and strong winds.

The exercise focused not only on transportation, but also on how an urban transit network could serve as an alternative mobility option during emergencies. Scenarios involving power, communications, and surface-traffic disruptions were included, with coordination among the military, Taipei City Government, Taipei Metro, and local police agencies.

Another highlight was the first full public appearance of the Military Police’s new urban digital camouflage uniform. Featuring black, gray, and white pixel patterns, the design is intended to better match low-color urban environments such as concrete structures, roads, and built-up areas.

From transportation resilience and backup communications to updated field uniforms, the exercise offered a broader look at how urban systems and public infrastructure can be integrated into large-scale emergency preparedness.

Read more on Military Media.

Photo Credit: Military Media

Image source:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1G5LaG3guu/

reference:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1L6N7utNzW/

I’m sorry for posting the same camouflage pattern again, but I found some better photos and wanted to share them here.

Image source:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/193E2mvTzb/

The following content is copied from the source cited at the bottom.

Military Police Use Taipei Metro for Night Mobility Exercise as New Urban Camouflage Debuts

During the fifth day of the Han Kuang 42 exercise, Taiwan’s Military Police conducted a late-night mobility and logistics drill using the Taipei Metro system. Personnel moved from Zhonghua Camp to Ximen Station on foot before boarding a special train to Nangang Exhibition Center, completing the movement under heavy rain and strong winds.

The exercise focused not only on transportation, but also on how an urban transit network could serve as an alternative mobility option during emergencies. Scenarios involving power, communications, and surface-traffic disruptions were included, with coordination among the military, Taipei City Government, Taipei Metro, and local police agencies.

Another highlight was the first full public appearance of the Military Police’s new urban digital camouflage uniform. Featuring black, gray, and white pixel patterns, the design is intended to better match low-color urban environments such as concrete structures, roads, and built-up areas.

From transportation resilience and backup communications to updated field uniforms, the exercise offered a broader look at how urban systems and public infrastructure can be integrated into large-scale emergency preparedness.

Read more on Military Media.

Photo Credit: Military Media

Image source and reference:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18Hwa9e3rg/

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1BqwKhFSne/

I am a beast.

But I remember that I was not always a beast. I can no longer remember what I once looked like.

I wander through the forest like a beast.

I am afraid that those who made me this way—the ones who enslaved me—will find me.

So all I can do is keep running.

I feel trapped inside this body, trapped within this vast forest.

I am like a beast.

Afterword

As for the lighting and shadows being a bit messy, it was already nighttime here and I was feeling a little tired. I wanted to finish the drawing quickly, so I ended up wrapping it up rather hastily.

Now that it’s finished, it kind of looks like a Fauvist painting made by a complete amateur XD

Mik: Edward takes me to the forest, where I chase squirrels-a hobby I've recently taken up. But since I can't climb trees, I can only watch as the squirrels perch up high, staring down at me as if they are mocking me.

Edward shakes his head and says, "Once you've fully regained your humanity, you won't want to remember this."

From Legend of the North Forest, Chapter 2-Adaptation

Actually, I suspect that werewolves’ wild nature might manifest in ways other than aggression, like doing some of those mind-boggling things that only animals would do XD.

Reference internet images (Squirrel and pine tree pattern).

The second image is my drawing reference, since I don’t actually own any plate carriers myself (they’re expensive for me, and I don’t really have any practical need for them in my daily life).

But honestly, I’m not very confident that I drew the MultiCam camouflage accurately enough.

Other reference: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:LCpl_Cheema_on_the_AK-47.JPG#mw-jump-to-license

And a picture of an AK-15.

Mik has an older brother named Misky Bayer, who is four years older than him. Unlike the introverted and quiet Mik, Misky has a much rougher and more outgoing personality. His profession is that of a werewolf hunter.

In fact, most members of the Bayer family are either hunters or soldiers. Mik is one of the few exceptions, as he chose to enter university to specialize in the study of history. Because of this family background, Mik knows how to operate firearms and is an excellent marksman. He even owns an AR-style rifle himself, though he treats shooting more as a hobby.

Misky Bayer’s profession as a werewolf hunter involves dealing with threats related to werewolves. His work includes security operations as well as actively hunting dangerous werewolves. Due to legal restrictions, they are generally only permitted to harm werewolves that pose a threat to humans.

Because of both his profession and upbringing, Misky is somewhat prejudiced against werewolves and remains wary of Mik’s werewolf friends. However, even after Mik becomes a werewolf himself, Misky still loves his younger brother and is willing to fight alongside him.

He is currently staying temporarily in North Forest City, where Mik studies, because he wants to look after his younger brother and find the person responsible for turning Mik into a werewolf.

Reference: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:LCpl_Cheema_on_the_AK-47.JPG#mw-jump-to-license

There is also a 5.11 TacTec product image and a picture of an AK-15.

The PLA colonel as I imagine him. This man is named Li Zhao-Ming (李昭明), and he is one of the main characters in the story I am currently developing.

Additionally, this is the world setting of the world he lives in:

https://www.reddit.com/r/worldbuilding/s/V4s4ty9mmD

Reference:

吳尚融，中國百年陸軍軍服,1905-2018，臺北市:金剛出版,2018.11。

ISBN 978-986-97216-1-5

中二病（Chūnibyō）, It originated as a Japanese internet slang term. It generally refers to a kind of self-perception or mindset used to describe people who often act self-important, live in their own world, engage in self-satisfying behavior, or try to do things they personally think look cool while still retaining a certain childishness. (Quoted from Wikipedia.)

When I asked my younger sister (the model for this drawing) to pose for me, she came up with this pose. I felt it had a somewhat chūnibyō-like vibe, so I decided to name the artwork after that idea.

That said, looking back at the finished piece, I think I ended up drawing it in a rather serious way, which ironically made it fail to fully capture the feeling I originally wanted 😅.

This artwork also depicts Mik Bayer. Since he was transformed into a werewolf later in life rather than being born as one, he isn’t very used to being naked after regaining his humanity. Because of this, he often wears an M65 jacket while in his werewolf form.

At the same time, this artwork is also the cover illustration for a novel I’m creating with this character as the protagonist. If you’re interested in the novel, you can search for Legend of the North Forest on Royal Road.

His name is Edward, a white werewolf skilled in knife combat and hand-to-hand fighting. Although he is often covered in modern tactical gear, he particularly favors blades and his claws over firearms. He is a friend of Mik.

This is Mik:

https://www.reddit.com/r/werewolves/s/rgdvchdigb

P.S. Even though he looks somewhat like a thug in the picture, he is actually very gentle and attentive toward others, and even possesses an exceptional ability to calm people down.

A werewolf wearing an M65 jacket.

His name is Mik Bayer, a university student at Miska University. Because he was transformed later in life, he is not accustomed to remaining naked in his wolf form the way naturally born werewolves are.

P.S. I messed up the hand while drawing it. With no other solution, I had to fix it using correction tape, though unfortunately the edit marks couldn’t be completely hidden.

Sorry for reposting, but I felt the original drawing had some flaws, so I decided to revise it.

Basically, this piece is about a werewolf experiencing the tranquility and vitality of the early morning.

I want to portray a werewolf beneath this kind of peaceful scenery at dawn.

And also to practice my ability to draw body anatomy.

The image is taken from a July 2022 report by the Taiwanese media LTN:

https://news.ltn.com.tw/news/politics/breakingnews/4007669?utm\_source=chatgpt.com

Sorry for posting again in such a short period of time, but I thought this was pretty interesting. I’ve never seen a white-painted CM-21 before (though, to be fair, I’ve never actually seen a CM-21 in person).

According to the article, the four white-painted CM-21 armored personnel carriers were likely painted that way by the Army’s Huadong Defense Command (“Huadong” refers to Hualien and Taitung, which are located in eastern Taiwan) for base defense operations. The white paint scheme was intended to better match the terrain and environment around the airport. The camouflage and paint schemes of armored vehicles are often adapted depending on operational requirements. For example, armored vehicles used by troops stationed in Kinmen (a small island off the coast of China governed by Taiwan) are sometimes coated with Kinmen’s distinctive red soil to improve camouflage and deception. Likewise, some armored vehicles on Taiwan proper may also be covered with mud from beach areas when carrying out coastal defense missions in order to blend into the environment better.

Imagine it’s already close to midnight, yet your partner still hasn’t come home. They’re probably stuck in a meeting that ran too late — that’s Karl’s situation right now.

P.S. Unfortunately, I messed up the head this time. I also misspelled “Puppy,” so I deleted the original post and reposted it. Please forgive these mistakes.