Items used: 0.5 mechanical pencil, blending tortillions, and the typical Pink Pearl eraser

I've always been pretty hint to detail. And I had references for this. I used her original sketches from the "Sphere's" Doujinshi books Range Murata had published. (very hard to find might I add >_>) Some things I know may have my own splash to them, but for the most part, its meant to be Sophia. I do think in some ways it does resemble her. Here is the link.

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b112/Evanrued/LastExile-TheEmpress.jpg

Ahhh Evan, I still love your artwork :x I love the detail on there, however, I think you can add some more folds/wrinkles on the clothes :)

Hahah, Pink Pearl? I use Magic Rub or Pentel :3

Are you planning on CGing this too? It'd be nice to see a colored version :)

I have to agree with miss panda here: add more folds /wrinkles to give it a realistic look

the shading's pretty good, my only "gripe" is the nose.. other than that, it's well done

Yeah I know the nose needs a touch up XD But I might add folds. Not sure about the CG'ing though lol. I'll think about it ^_^;

Wow you can draw very well! It looks awesome right now already. I especially love the detailing on the hat and hair, just keep that going through her whole set of clothing. And yes, add some more folds ^^

Nice. you can draw great. I love the details, especially on da hat.