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Artist Shares The Sequel Of The Green Mermaid Story That Hit People In The Feels
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Artist Shares The Sequel Of The Green Mermaid Story That Hit People In The Feels

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In 2019, Bored Panda created a post about Andy Ivanov and his illustrations depicting a mermaid that lives in a lake. Well, the artist behind those drawings created a part two to his previous heartwarming story that captured the internet’s love and attention: the dramatic, but sweet love story between a mermaid and a human.

The beautiful story continues after the exciting cliffhanger it left us with last time. Where will the love story of this unexpected couple bring us this time? We decided to include part one of the story, so you’ll know what happened last time if you missed it.

The author told Bored Panda about the first time he started creating these illustrations: “For the first time, I decided to participate in the annual challenge #mermay. I thought it would be interesting to tie pictures into a little story, instead of doing a different mermaid every day. I didn’t expect such a big resonance.”

More info: Instagram | artstation.com

Part One

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“Hello!”

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“Oh no!”

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“Please, live… I’ll bring you a Petal of Life”

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“Do you see this beast?”

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“Got caught!”

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“Good job, boy! We got her!”

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“What have I done?… She will not survive in captivity… I must somehow help her…”

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“I’ll bring you home…”

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“- I’m so, so sorry… Please be free again. – Hey boy! Do not do what you want to do, or I’ll shoot you!”

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“Bang!”

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“Petal of Life… I kept it in my hand, from the beginning”

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“You will live, you will live…”

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Part Two

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“Wake up… The sun rose ”

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“I’m alive, but how is this possible? — Come with me, I will show you something…”

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“It’s him again! We can hide in a secret place that I wanted to show you…”

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“He won’t find us. We’re safe here”

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“Lily is my life. I gave you part of me, the petal, and you…”

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‪“Here you are! Gotcha!?‬”

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“What is it here? It’s my precious — If he picks the flower, I’ll die…”

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“DO NOT touch the…”

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“…Flower”

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“‪Oh no, no… It’s all because of me…”

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“I’m so so sorry… my love…”

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The artist shared with us how long it takes him to create this story: “One part of 12 frames took me a month and a half. Overall, it could take about a month, but after each illustration, I left a few days to tease the audience.”

Andy Ivanov told us that his style is inspired by Disney, Pixar, and DreamWorks. The main message behind his art is: “Love and respect nature. Do not try to own it.”

The artist also shared with us that part 2 is the last in the series, but he will be sharing some illustrations about the life of this couple in the future, so if you’re interested – follow him on Instagram.

Tell us what you think about these illustrations in the comments! What do you think is going to happen next?

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Monica Michelle
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pretty story but my 12 years old is pointing out how many time women or mermaids are expected to forgive a man for a "happy "ending to happen

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klynch4 avatar
Loki’s Lil Butter Knife
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The artist's illustrations are gorgeous. I love everything from the colour pallet to how the artist draws the characters. A very beautiful story told only in pictures!

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WinkyTheHouseElf
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s so sad some people can’t just let things exist beautifully like the flower...

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PjandBolt
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've never imaged a mermaid being in a swamp like area. It's very clever and creative!

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Susan
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Google Hylas and the nymphs it is my most favorite painting ever. I think you might like it too.

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Doggi
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the illustrations! the story made me cry tho.

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Ms Forty Seven
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

First thing I thought was, okay, this was obviously written by a dude. He deceives her, gets her kidnapped, rescues her, and she immediately trusts him and risks everything for him. She's a complete victim unable to protect herself and dependent on him to defend her. He kisses her while she's dead / unconscious. Absolutely beautiful illustration but a creepy fantasy type story, to be honest.

yyg avatar
y yg
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

ikr hahaha. Its the old "kidnap woman, protect woman, woman is a healer not a fighter, and i take the clueless woman to live with me" all really lame and overused tropes that only guys enjoy haha. Big studios wouldnt want to take the story these days, but his art is definitely on par with a studio and is beautiful.

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OCDRobot
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful illustrations, but I really disliked the story. This isn't love. This is a man taking everything from a woman. Look at the thumbs up he gives the hunters. He was working with them. Then suddenly felt guilty, after looking at her like an animal in the zoo. Yet he still fails to give her back her former life after taking it from her. Even getting her killed by the hunters he knew was chasing them. Then she gets turned human at the end. This whole story left me feeling gross and bad for the mermaid.

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Sydney Jackson
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Y’all realize the dude literally got shot for her right? He was wrong at the beginning but was willing to risk his life to save her.

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Foxxy (The Original)
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful pictures and lovely but sad story. I look forward to seeing more.

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Mimi M
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She wasn't green in the final frame. Looks like his saving kiss human-ized her...

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Rhys Cernunnos
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She wasn't green when she was dying either. she was a blue-gray then.

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CodingGirl04
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can't wait for the next chapter! Absolutely gorgeous story and art!

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Rainbow Panda
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I know he tricked the mermaid, but he took her back. 🧜‍♀️

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Clay Esq
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Anybody read the series Boneyard? They have a mermaid with a simler back story, but with a harsher ending. the guys who imprisoned her displayed her in the side show by day and pimped her out at night.

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Tina Frazier
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is the first time I've seen this. The artwork is beautiful. I hope to see more of this story, it drew me in very quickly.

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Caridina Japonica
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Since her skin color changed on the last panel I guess she turned human and they lived happily ever after

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Mshauri Mazuri
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We can have MerJune or MerJuly, MerAug, just want to know the ending haha

fram74 avatar
Fram Fram
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very tender and delicate! Gorgeous illustrations and story!

yyg avatar
y yg
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The story just has overused tropes that mostly only guys enjoy. The old "kidnap woman, protect woman, woman is a healer not a fighter, and I take the clueless woman into my world to live with and rely on me" . Big studios wouldnt want to take the story these days, but his art is definitely on par with professional level and is very beautiful.

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Kevin 11
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's a beautiful story and thank you for sharing with us

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April A
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want to know what will happen next. You see here come back to life looking like a human.

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Ray Heap
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wait, what??? The story ends after only two parts? Nooooooo!

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SatanIsBloodyHilarious
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the frame were she's in captivity, the girl with her hands on the glass has Ariel's hair style.

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Signe Manat Hansen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gorgeous illustrations. But why why why why why does she turn into a human when he "saves" her? You know, the guy who got her killed in the first place. Smh

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Celtic Pirate Queen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The illustrations are nice, but I'm not impressed at all with the storyline.

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Qwee Qwee
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I kind of feel that the whole "My love" thing was a bit to fast, I mean, he did get shot for her and stuff, but... I mean, they couldn't have known each other for that long. Either way, the art is beautiful!

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شعاع كلين
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

شركة تنظيف بيوت شعر خيام بالدمام شركة جلى وتلميع سيراميك بالدمام شركة تنظيف افران بالدمام شركة تنظيف واجهات زجاج وحجر بالدمام

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THE DOG LIFE
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This story looks exactly like "CGI Animated Short Film HD 'Water Lily Birth of the Lotus'" it's on YouTube

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Connor Deans
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Reminds me of a scene from pirates of the caribbean when they need a mermaid's tear

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Monica Michelle
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pretty story but my 12 years old is pointing out how many time women or mermaids are expected to forgive a man for a "happy "ending to happen

chimesstreet avatar
klynch4 avatar
Loki’s Lil Butter Knife
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The artist's illustrations are gorgeous. I love everything from the colour pallet to how the artist draws the characters. A very beautiful story told only in pictures!

trinitycochrane5 avatar
WinkyTheHouseElf
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s so sad some people can’t just let things exist beautifully like the flower...

msmith_3 avatar
PjandBolt
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've never imaged a mermaid being in a swamp like area. It's very clever and creative!

deedine avatar
Susan
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Google Hylas and the nymphs it is my most favorite painting ever. I think you might like it too.

Load More Replies...
sophiaschiltgen avatar
Doggi
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the illustrations! the story made me cry tho.

msfortyseven avatar
Ms Forty Seven
Community Member
3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

First thing I thought was, okay, this was obviously written by a dude. He deceives her, gets her kidnapped, rescues her, and she immediately trusts him and risks everything for him. She's a complete victim unable to protect herself and dependent on him to defend her. He kisses her while she's dead / unconscious. Absolutely beautiful illustration but a creepy fantasy type story, to be honest.

yyg avatar
y yg
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

ikr hahaha. Its the old "kidnap woman, protect woman, woman is a healer not a fighter, and i take the clueless woman to live with me" all really lame and overused tropes that only guys enjoy haha. Big studios wouldnt want to take the story these days, but his art is definitely on par with a studio and is beautiful.

Load More Replies...
ocdrobot avatar
OCDRobot
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful illustrations, but I really disliked the story. This isn't love. This is a man taking everything from a woman. Look at the thumbs up he gives the hunters. He was working with them. Then suddenly felt guilty, after looking at her like an animal in the zoo. Yet he still fails to give her back her former life after taking it from her. Even getting her killed by the hunters he knew was chasing them. Then she gets turned human at the end. This whole story left me feeling gross and bad for the mermaid.

sydneyjackson_1 avatar
Sydney Jackson
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Y’all realize the dude literally got shot for her right? He was wrong at the beginning but was willing to risk his life to save her.

Load More Replies...
james_fox1984 avatar
Foxxy (The Original)
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful pictures and lovely but sad story. I look forward to seeing more.

miriamemendelson avatar
Mimi M
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She wasn't green in the final frame. Looks like his saving kiss human-ized her...

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Rhys Cernunnos
Community Member
3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She wasn't green when she was dying either. she was a blue-gray then.

Load More Replies...
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CodingGirl04
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can't wait for the next chapter! Absolutely gorgeous story and art!

rainbownews avatar
Rainbow Panda
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I know he tricked the mermaid, but he took her back. 🧜‍♀️

hanmerhack avatar
Clay Esq
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Anybody read the series Boneyard? They have a mermaid with a simler back story, but with a harsher ending. the guys who imprisoned her displayed her in the side show by day and pimped her out at night.

tlfrazier1356 avatar
Tina Frazier
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is the first time I've seen this. The artwork is beautiful. I hope to see more of this story, it drew me in very quickly.

falkedesaladil avatar
Caridina Japonica
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Since her skin color changed on the last panel I guess she turned human and they lived happily ever after

mshaurimazuri avatar
Mshauri Mazuri
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We can have MerJune or MerJuly, MerAug, just want to know the ending haha

fram74 avatar
Fram Fram
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very tender and delicate! Gorgeous illustrations and story!

yyg avatar
y yg
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The story just has overused tropes that mostly only guys enjoy. The old "kidnap woman, protect woman, woman is a healer not a fighter, and I take the clueless woman into my world to live with and rely on me" . Big studios wouldnt want to take the story these days, but his art is definitely on par with professional level and is very beautiful.

kevin11_1 avatar
Kevin 11
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's a beautiful story and thank you for sharing with us

yuzukai500 avatar
April A
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want to know what will happen next. You see here come back to life looking like a human.

yar999 avatar
Ray Heap
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wait, what??? The story ends after only two parts? Nooooooo!

lwatt13 avatar
SatanIsBloodyHilarious
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the frame were she's in captivity, the girl with her hands on the glass has Ariel's hair style.

koryo_1988 avatar
Signe Manat Hansen
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gorgeous illustrations. But why why why why why does she turn into a human when he "saves" her? You know, the guy who got her killed in the first place. Smh

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Celtic Pirate Queen
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The illustrations are nice, but I'm not impressed at all with the storyline.

hannahng9 avatar
Qwee Qwee
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I kind of feel that the whole "My love" thing was a bit to fast, I mean, he did get shot for her and stuff, but... I mean, they couldn't have known each other for that long. Either way, the art is beautiful!

sh3a3clean90 avatar
شعاع كلين
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

شركة تنظيف بيوت شعر خيام بالدمام شركة جلى وتلميع سيراميك بالدمام شركة تنظيف افران بالدمام شركة تنظيف واجهات زجاج وحجر بالدمام

ss2solo avatar
THE DOG LIFE
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This story looks exactly like "CGI Animated Short Film HD 'Water Lily Birth of the Lotus'" it's on YouTube

connor-deans1 avatar
Connor Deans
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Reminds me of a scene from pirates of the caribbean when they need a mermaid's tear

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