FFXI: Always Ready for a Fight

So here it is at last, the full color version of my FFXI character, Masujiro. I've had the motivation that I've lacked for a long time to do a complete artwork like this, and it feels good to get it done. It took about 12 hours (give or take)...all night last night and most of this evening. Whew!

I decided to go with a different coloring style then I have in the past...I wanted something more complex and visually interesting. I think I've achieved that, I hope you all agree.

The text above the background image reads: “A Warrior will never back down from a challenge, and will never give up.”

Update:
suggested I darken the outlines of the armor plating and hair...so I did. I agree, it looks much better now. Thanks!