Not immortals by amie689 on DeviantArt (original) (raw)

Edited again -10/2/2011

Rurouni Kenshin - Kyoto Arc: after the fight with Shishio, Kenshin at death's door and Hiko looking on...

Kenshin had been lying there for more than three years before this scene fleshed out after a discussion with

Hiko was harder to peg, I can't remember how many times I had to redo him - I had to write a short vignette to get into his head [link] , please do read and comment, I'm inordinately proud of it, and I'm sure it needs a critique.

Background was rather unfinished previously.. played around with putting common items but I think I like this best. Hiko looks so ominous against the dark background.. and I edited the shading on his face so he looks more care worn and closer to his age

Thanks to everyone who had put in all the thoughtful comments- really helped me a lot, and I certainly enjoyed the discussions.

And of course, due credit to Watsuki-san..