For someone who stopped drawing for three years your art is incredible! The anatomy seems good and the posture is very smooth. (The way you've drawn the clothing helps the over-all "smoothness") You seem to be more skilled in the drawing side of art, though your colouring isn't at all bad. Just a little flat, though that could be the style your going for! I definitely suggest experimenting with colour and light. These can add more atmosphere to the piece and make it more interesting.
Honestly I am always impressed by those who were discouraged but then choose to try again. So many people leave it at that point, It shows a lot of courage! =)
I was going to say Ciri just because but the sword looks more Katana-like.
So I'll guess Satsuki from Kill la Kill? The heels remind me of her. lol
Is it that Nier game? I've seen awesome screenshots of it but I def don't know the name of the main girl (she has like a mask over her eyes or something), if I'm being honest. I only know about the game because I love Square Enix. That's the only character I can remember with a big sword (especially one that is coming out SOON).
It could also easily be a Fire Emblem character as I have, unfortunately, not had the privilege of playing that series yet.
EITHER WAY!!! I LIKE THE PROPORTIONS ON YOUR WIP, IT LOOKS SLEEK AND ELEGANT. MUCH TALENTS.
It's coming along so nicely!!! I can't wait to see more WIPs and eventually the finished product!
O M G I love your Sakuya WIP! She's one of my fave characters from Okami <3
Your art is looking really good! If you practice a bunch you'll get faster - being slow is just part of the learning process haha
okay seriously this thread needs more credit than it has gotten. your art is honestly spectacular, i'm super jealous of your skills dude. i love the drawing of flurry and whitney! everything you've drawn is really amazing.. if you opened up a shop it would surely be successful!
looking forward to your future stuff