I had thought about the implementation of other pictures for Gandalf the White, but the idea doesn't convince me still. That is, leaving Light of the Istari aside, I don't think there could be other suitable alternatives to replace the images I proposed with; Gandalf the White is mainly involved in fighting or leading armies, whereas the confrontation with the Balrog is widely renowned for being the most direct display of power (magic) of the wizard in the entire six-chapter saga. Given the magnitude of the said sequence, I kind of view those scenes/frames as 'universal' for all forms of the Istar, whether he be clothed in grey or white. I would even say that I don't mind them being retained for his corrupted form too. The concepts behind each stance are very clear: the normal influence of Narya, a magical shield and the will to strive for what is good in the world. I personally deem my choice the most immediate of the solutions, comprising a simple yet effective meaning (Narya, fighting harder and magical protection). These basic themes would then be conjugated according to the different circumstances (protection will turn in a barrage of fire, speaking about the corrupted form). I reckon I may have expressed myself in quite obscure or intricate terms, but I hope you will understand the general purpose.
Well, as usual the bases of our Moderator are very strong and it is very difficult to find a defect in his concepts
. Maybe this time is also a matter of personal tastes. I have to say also the issue raised by Garlodur about an easy recognition is very logic and important. About this the two images DieWalkure chosen are quite recognizable (at least the one of bubble shield is very fitting, i like it very much).
As for the differentiation the Grey/the White, may i try to convince you?
I must admit is very difficult to find display of magic in White form. The Light of the Istari is simply just used as palantir for the ability itself so we cannot count it
. That's what i propose:
AGGRESSIVE STANCE : the first is not a display of magic but it is iconic in my opinion. The last fight against evil. Also Narya has an effect on melee attack so is not so out of place (addition: gandaf holding his sword it's a quite recognizable image as aggressive stance i suppose). The second one is a very important moment in the trilogy, and it's a display of the new power gained by the white wizard. But i prefer the first because is more immediate.
DEFENSIVE STANCE:
probably it is the only scene in which Gandalf the white uses a sort of magic protection (even if i'm not sure he uses the same bubble shield of the Grey). In this moment is clear he became the most powerful of the Istari, replacing Saruman as chieftain. The images are of the same scene in different angles. I like the first, Gandalf is still surrounded by flames. The second maybe it's the most immediate.
Do you like the idea guys?
Shining Rings are not an unknown topic throughout the halls of this forum, kind Aulë. We have already suggested something akin, if I recall correctly. But that was quite some time ago, when the international forum was at its beginning. Anyway, the prospect of the Three being visible in a bright fashion doesn't displease me much, as a sort of opposition to the yellow-tone intense light of the One, yet I would go for the easiest path. Narya is a stance and the other two are active abilities (available at level 10); substantially different contexts. Furthermore, don't forget that the Three are invisible to anyone but other Ring-bearers, and that their nature lies in a constant yet silent effect on reality as a whole (space, time and also the psychological/emotional dimension). At the end of the day, it is a quite detached perspective to consider things. Colours themselves might be another problematic to deal with: while diamond-like white could fare well for Galadriel, I guess blue could end up being a bit disturbing in the game and red is usually associated with the Evil in BFME.
I have still a lot to wander here my dear Diewalkure
. I understand the issue of the color. And yes, my idea was to underline the presence of the Three in contrast to the One. We can also simply find a common color, white is the most suitable, like the image i posted. But i must say the idea of shining stones (red-ruby, blue-sapphire, white-diamond) intrigues me a lot
. Do you think is possible to find color tones which are not disturbing-confusing?