Wahrk Effigy
Positioned in the village, the Wahrk Effigy is a striking totem crafted by the Rivenese people to honor and respect the wahrk—an aggressive and formidable aquatic creature in the world of Riven. This beautifully intricate piece serves both as a symbol of reverence and a testament to their craftsmanship.
For the construction of the effigy, I broke it into separate components to ensure accurate opening and closing animations. Designed to appear as weathered wood layered over old, rusted dark metal, the prop reflects the aged yet resilient aesthetic of the Rivenese. This piece was created using 3ds Max and Substance Painter, utilizing two texture sheets to achieve optimal texel density while maintaining performance.