Design Notes

August 12, 2025

Fanart Spotlight: Illustration Nation

Unique Takes on Lore’s Legends 

I know I’ve been saying this for years — 15 years, in fact… thx for pointing that out — but y’all never cease to amaze us with your creativity! Everyone at AE ~loves~ seeing each player’s unique spin on their favorite Artix characters… including their own in-game hero! Whether it’s a polished portrait, a quick doodle, or a fun concept, each piece is a reflection of the passion and imagination that fills our community. Let’s meet our featured fanartists!

Murbloc & ʚ cade ɞ

This beautiful piece below comes from ʚ cade ɞ, a soon-to-be AQW player who’s saving up for a laptop so she can join the fun with her boyfriend, Murbloc! Not only is this art gorgeous, but the story behind it is just as sweet. We can’t wait ’til your GF gets a lappy so we can see you both in Battleon!

Rusty_Angel

Sometimes the best art comes from unexpected inspiration. What started as a joke set in the aqw-sets-and-fashion channel turned into this charming drawing. As Rusty_Angel says, “Why not post it here?” and we’re so glad you did — this is the most adorable monstrosity I’ve ever seen!

vivimimi

Armed with Paint 3D and a creative spark, vivimimi creates doodles that bring forth smiles… and AE videos?! If you want to see more of his work, check out vivimimi’s YouTube videos here and here. Creativity comes in many forms, and we love seeing them all.

Knight Artorias

Some obsessions last a lifetime… and I’m totally here for it! Knight Artorias has been captivated — okay, hyperfixated, his words, not mine — by the Ascended Dragonblade of Nulgath since 12 years old, and his latest sketch imagines an evolved version of the iconic weapon. Drawn on a work break (…right?), this sketch is proof that inspiration can strike anywhere!

Keep the Inspiration Flowing

A huge thank you to Murbloc & ʚ cade ɞ, Rusty_Angel, vivimimi, and Knight Artorias for sharing their artwork (and stories!) with us. Whether you yourself are an aspiring artist, a seasoned pro, or just sketching for funsies, we love seeing your creations and can’t wait to spotlight more in the future. Keep doodling, keep creating, and as always….

Battle on!
Beleen and the Artix Entertainment team

PS: Want your fanart to be featured on the Design Notes? We’d LOVE to see it! Upload your art + story to the Fanart-Spotlight Discord here!

June 12, 2025

From 12-Year-Old Dreams to Wedding-Day Reality: a Legendary Tune Reborn

The AQWorlds Song by Wulff Hunter and The XGuardian

I know I’ve been saying this for years, but it’s the Tog’s-honest truth: the Artix community never ceases to amaze us! And when we say AQWorlds inspires creativity beyond the browser, we really, truly mean it. Don’t believe me? Just ask Jared Rand, better known as Wulff Hunter in the lands of Lore. At just 12 years old, he started playing AQW and immediately pulled in his sister and cousins to join in on the fun. Gotta admit, I’m totally guilty of such things too 😏 But Wulff Hunter & friends didn’t just play the game… they formed a freakin’ band, “The Ebil Dread Paladins,” and composed the appropriately named “AQWorlds Song.”

It was an ~adorable~ first attempt, and it even got a response from Artix himself! Suffice to say, the song became a cherished — and hilarious — memory, often dusted off and played at Shabbat dinners.

Family is super effective at embarrassing us, huh? 🙈

Fast forward 16 years: Wulff Hunter has become a software engineer, his sister and cousins have grown into their own paths, and The Ebil Dread Paladins seemed like a distant memory. But fate had one more surprise in store! 

At Wulff Hunter’s IRL wedding on May 18th, his best man — The XGuardian, hailed in the real world as Tyler Simmons — gave him the ultimate gift: a fully remastered version of their old song! Tyler had re-recorded all of the music with the band’s original singers, save for Wulff Hunter’s lines, which he managed to extract from the mangled original audio. 

The updated “AQWorlds Song” turned the dance floor into a celebration of childhood memories, loads of laughter, and a heartwarming homage to the game that started it all. Witness the wonderful moment for yourself via their YouTube video: 

https://youtube.com/shorts/ky4I0et-E_U?si=JNTu6GWqLGMm7lBR 

I can’t get over how downright adorable and touching this is. I’m practically squealing with excitement over here… and that’s not just the 9 cups of coffee talking. Probably 🤩☕💞

Thank You Wulff Hunter and The XGuardian!

A huge thank you to Wulff Hunter, The XGuardian, and their family for sharing this story and the brand-new song recording with us and the entire Artix community! Your love for AQWorlds shines through every note, and we’re beyond honored to feature this special moment with the world we all know and love.

Rock out and battle on!
Beleen, The XGuardian, Wulff Hunter, and the Artix Entertainment team

May 05, 2025

Fanart Spotlight: Celebrating Our Community’s Creativity!

Made With Love by Heroes Like You

What’s one of the best parts of working at Artix Entertainment? Getting to see the incredible, mind-blowing talent that thrives in our community! Whether you’ve been with us for years, or you just joined the adventure, your creativity never ceases to amaze us. And today, we want to shine a bright spotlight on a few artists who’ve shared their passion, imagination, and epic art with the community!

From heartfelt tributes to legendary NPCs (including me, tehehee!), these fan creations are a glorious reminder of how deeply connected our players are to the world of Lore. Every piece is more than just a drawing… it’s a love letter to the game, the stories, and the community we've all helped build together!

So sit back, get comfy, and prepare to be totally floored by some jaw-droppingly awesome fanart from your fellow heroes!

✨ HellPrince (aka Luiz IRL)

Olá from Brazil with love… and a whole lot of style! Luiz, known as HellPrince in-game, brings us a dramatic homage to Dage the Evil, drawing inspiration from Michelangelo’s The Creation of Adam. Wow, like, WOW. This powerful piece merges classical art with Dage’s darker, iconic aesthetic for a result that’s both bold and beautifully symbolic.

“I started playing AQW in 2013 and this is my first participation in a Fanart Spotlight. I hope players like my art style—it's just for fun but made with love.”

Luiz, your passion shows in every detail. We're honored to feature your work, and we can’t wait to see the finished rendition of The Creation of Adam Dage!

🖌️ Tetradraws

Bold, beautiful, and battle-ready, Tetradraws brings us digital paintings that are bursting anime influences and fantasy flair. From the striking red and pink palette (best color scheme ever!) to glossy armor-like outfits, these character designs feel straight out of a dream JRPG!

With sharp linework, dramatic shading, and designs that scream “heroines with attitude,” Tetradraws’ artwork is fierce, flawless, and fabulous! Ntm, these poses add so much poise while giving that polished, professional finish we all aspire to achieve in the real world, too :p

🐉 Nix170

Nix170 (possibly your Discord friend, possibly your next favorite artist) takes us on an emotional trip down memory lane with a sketch of Galanoth that blends raw storytelling and gritty intensity. Inspired by their early days in AQW—when they were just 8 years old, battling Vasalkar with more heart than gear!—this artwork reimagines Galanoth in his early training days, locked in a fierce battle for survival.

“This is a battle to the death until sunrise, against a vicious wyvern terrorizing an innocent village,” says Nix170, but calmly assures that “No moglins were harmed in the making of this sketch!”

From the tension in the pose to the story behind it, this piece is packed with soul—and a slightly charred moglin plushie. This sketch is a nostalgic tribute to every player who grew up fighting for Lore!

We Love You All!

I ~know~ I say this a lot, but I mean it with my whole heart: you—yes, YOU—and our entire community are the reasons why AQWorlds is so special. Your art, your stories, your passion… it breathes life into this game every single day in so many ways. And we love you all so much for that!

To the amazing artists featured here: thank you for sharing your work with us. And to every single one of you who’s ever sketched your favorite NPC, painted a scene from your favorite saga, or just doodled your character in the margins of your school notebooks, know that you’re part of what makes this world feel like home!

We’re beyond lucky to fight alongside you in-game, and even luckier to witness the creativity you share IRL. Keep creating. Keep sharing. And keep being the awesome, inspiring, ridiculously talented heroes that you are.

Battle on,
Beleen, HellPrince, Tetradraws, Nix170, and your AQWorlds family

PS: Want to see your fanart featured in the next spotlight? Read the rules here, and then upload your fanart to the dedicated Fanart Discord channel!

March 22, 2025

Artix Fanart Spotlight

Show Off Your Artix-Inspired Art

The Artix gaming community has always been overflowing with creativity. Like, seriously, y’all have been crafting epic masterpieces since the days of dial-up internet—aka forever ago in gaming years. From the earliest AdventureQuest fanart on the Battleon Forums to the latest AQ3D digital doodles on Discord, our heroes have brought the world of Lore to life with legendary artistic skills for decades. And now, it’s time to shine a spotlight on YOUR fanart!

Enter the Artix Fanart Spotlight

A brand-new Fanart Spotlight channel has appeared on the Artix Discord, and it’s eagerly waiting for your creations! Whether you wield a pencil, tablet, mouse, or even a potato-powered setup (wait wut?), we want to see your best Artix Entertainment-inspired works!

Just like our Guild Spotlights and Housing Spotlights, we’ll periodically select a player to be featured on the Design Notes. Our community has always been amazing, and we cannot wait to show the world just how amazing YOU are!

How to Submit Your Fanart

1. Create anything Artix Entertainment related, from any/all Artix games (AQ, DF, MQ, AQW, ED, OS, AQ3D, or any other Artix game)
2. Drop your masterpiece in the Fanart Spotlight Discord channel
3. Select one or more tags (like AQ, DF, Artix, etc) that best categories your art
4. Include your game name(the one you want credited) and the game you hail from, too
5. Give your artwork a title(example: Sepulchure’s feeling cute, might delete later selfie)
6. Share any fun facts or a story behind your art. Did it start as a sketch in class? Was it inspired by a cutscene? Did it take 100 layersto get that armor sheen just right? We wanna know!
7. Want to show off your creative process? Sketches, WIPs, and ofc final versions are totally encouraged!
8. Want to share your artist profile?Feel free to include a link to your Twitter, DeviantArt, ArtStation, etc—just make sure it follows the Rules of Artist Engagement

Rules of Artistic Engagement

This goes without saying, but imma say it anyway ~and~ in bold:

your artwork must be created by YOU, and your artwork must be SFW (Safe for Work)! 

If you wouldn’t show it to your sweet old grandma, young cousin, or innocent little Twig, it does NOT belong in the Fanart Spotlight. Just like how every Artix game is family-friendly (unless you’re part of the Akriloth bloodline…), we expect family-friendly fanartthat everyone (excluding dragons) can enjoy!

What Kind of Fanart is Accepted?

We accept all kinds of fanart, so long as it’s SFW and Artix-related! This includes:

🎨 Digital & Traditional Art: drawings, paintings, pixel art, sketches, and more!
🗿 Sculptures & Crafts: clay models, wood carvings, 3D printed thingies, plushies, cosplay props, and handmade items.
💥 Comics & Animations: short comics, animated GIFs, or full animations inspired by your favorite Artix game(s).
👕 Fashion & Cosplay: costumes, armor sets, custom T-shirts, and any wearable creations.
🎂 Edible Art: cakes, cookies, and other themed treats (oh yes, we've seen some amazing Artix cakes & cookies before)!
✨Others: did I leave out your preferred artistic medium? Show us anyway!

If you’ve got a creative, visual tribute to ~any~ Artix game or collection of games, it’s totally welcomed in the Fanart Spotlight!

Heed the Call of Creativity

Whether you’re a Level 100 artist with a million brushstrokes under your belt, or aSwordhaven-scribbler just getting started, we want to celebrate YOUR creativity! So pick up that pen, paintbrush, stylus, or spatula, and join the Fanart Spotlight today! 🎉

Battle on,
Beleen, fanart admirers everywhere, and the Artix Entertainment team

👾 Fanart Discord channel here

December 18, 2024

Bake, Create, and Celebrate: Artix Entertainment's Holiday Contests

Join the Festive Fun, Everyone!

The holiday season is here, and it’s time to spread cheer, creativity, and… some friendly competition, ofc! Artix Entertainment is hosting two creative contests, and we’d love for YOU to join in the fun. Whether you’re a master baker, a fan of Moglins, or – better yet – both, there’s an opportunity waiting for you. Check out the details below and see how you can showcase your talent, win epic prizes, and celebrate the season with your fellow heroes.

🍪 The 2024 Artix Entertainment Creative Cookie Contest

Calling all bakers and dessert makers: let your kitchen become your battleground as you whip up Artix-themed cookies, cakes, or other tasty treats. It’s time to forge your fandom into delicious, edible art.

Read the full Cookie Contest rules here!

Deadline:

• Sunday, December 29, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET

Prizes:

• 🏆 1st Place: 10,000 Artix Points + Gingerbread Cookie Sword for their game character
• 🥉 2nd Place: 5,000 Artix Points + Gingerbread Cookie Sword
• 🥇 3rd Place: 2,500 Artix Points + Gingerbread Cookie Sword
• 🏅 Runner Ups: 1,000 Artix Points

How to Enter:

• Comments section in the Cookie Contest Design Notes post here
• Social media with hashtags #Artix #Games #CookieContest
• Discord Contest Channel here

😈 The Mischievous Moglins Contest

Unleash Moglin mayhem in this hilarious contest inspired by our favorite magical mascots (and Elf on the Shelf, ngl). From IRL plushie pranks to in-game shenanigans to fanart and much more, let your imagination run as rampant like those Mischeivous Moglins!

Read the Mischievous Moglins Contest rules here. 

Deadline:

• Sunday, January 5, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET

Prizes:

• 🏆 1st Place: 4,000 Artix Points
• 🥉 2nd Place: 2,000 Artix Points
• 🥇 3rd Place: 1,000 Artix Points
• 🏅 Runner Ups: 500 Artix Points

How to Enter: 

• Comments in the Mischeivous Moglins Contest Design Notes post here
• Social media with hashtags #Artix #Moglins #MoglinMischief
• Discord Contest Channel
• Google Form 

Both? Both is good!

Whether you’re witnessing Moglin mischief or baking a Guardian Castle cupcake, these contests are the perfect way to share your creativity ~and~ holiday spirit with the Artix community! Participate in one or go all in for both – just more chances to win and spread the cheer!

On behalf of everyone at Artix Entertainment, thank YOU for making 2024 such an incredible year! We can’t wait to see your creations and celebrate the season together. Good luck to all, and may your cookies bring you sweet victory, and may your Moglins bring you magical mischief that’s totally too cute to handle.

Battle on, bake on, and bring on the Moglin madness,
Beleen and the Artix Entertainment team