This week’s showcase is Daruma, a major NPC from Mu.
Daruma is a martial arts master, the leader of a monastery, and an important mentor figure to Ryukyu, the Monk. We wanted him to feel wise, disciplined, and respected — someone known throughout Mu not for aggression, but for meditation, self-defense, and pacifism.
The completed art includes roaming sprites, battle poses, injured and unconscious poses, and a portrait.
NPCs like Daruma are important because they help give the world a sense of history and mentorship. He is not just a quest-giver; he helps ground Ryukyu’s story and the culture of Mu.
