Final image

Initial composition. My original idea for this image involved a larger gathering of Psijic mages, but it was argued that the Order shouldn't be presented as having too many members. This comp also would have been problematic for horizontal crop formats.

Approved composition. The presence of fewer mages allows for the introduction of characters intended to represent the player (the Nord, Redguard, and Khajiit shown on the left).

Completed anatomy. I ultimately removed the Khajiit character for focus and balance reasons.

Completed line art with wardrobes inspired by in-game armor sets.

Key lighting pass

Mephala progress

Detail: Valsirenn pleads for the Vestige to intercede in Summerset.

Detail: Mephala's shadow descends upon Alinor.

Detail: Ritemaster Iachesis shares a disturbing premonition.

Detail: Orisandra transcribes the portentous vision for the Order's records. The text on the pages of Orisandra's books isn't gibberish; it's actually an Aldmeric transliteration from English, describing her observations.