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Erion Makuo @erionmakuo.bsky.social · 9d

Not only because I was entrusted with such a key gig (although that did blow my mind at the time), but also because FFIX was such a big part of my childhood -- I can't believe I got to paint for it in an official capacity. Huge thanks to Matt for this assignment!

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Erion Makuo @erionmakuo.bsky.social · 9d

I am so proud to have this illustration as part of my portfolio.

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Erion Makuo @erionmakuo.bsky.social · 9d

Final Fantasy IX scene for Magic: The Gathering and FINAL FANTASY collaboration

AD: Matt Cavotta

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Failbetter Games - Wishlist Mandrake on Steam! @failbettergames.com · 14d

We're making Mandrake, a rural life sim set in a beguiling new world inspired by British history and folklore.

Now we're not in the Fallen London universe (Sunless Sea, Sunless Skies), we had the opportunity to add sunshine! And trees! 😮 🧵

#wishlistwednesday

An illustration from Mandrake. A ruined red brick archway in a lush green open space, with a river, brick bridge, simple wooden fence and dirt path.

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Erion Makuo @erionmakuo.bsky.social · Aug 26

That's the art I did for Mandrake! Thank you very much!

Raj Patel @rajio.bsky.social · Aug 26

We're not at the end of the year yet so there is still time for some surprises but here are four of the best game key arts unveiled so far in 2025.

We'll vote for a winner in December so if you see any good new ones let me know!

Not judging the games, but specifically the key art.

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Erion Makuo @erionmakuo.bsky.social · Aug 26

Thank you very much, that's wonderful to hear!

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Erion Makuo @erionmakuo.bsky.social · Aug 3

Just learned that it exists, the book looks amazing! Such a shame I'm not in the vicinity, otherwise would have definitely run to get it 🖤

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Erion Makuo @erionmakuo.bsky.social · Jul 31

Was very lucky to do a cover for a reprint of GODS OF JADE AND SHADOW by Silvia Moreno-Garcia and Arcadia Books 💚

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Erion Makuo @erionmakuo.bsky.social · Jul 30

Aw, thank you so much! The interiors are very fun to do because they're so different to what I usually paint. Definitely one of my favourite tasks on Mandrake rn.

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Erion Makuo @erionmakuo.bsky.social · Jul 30

That's lovely to hear, thank you, Anna! 😊

Erion Makuo @erionmakuo.bsky.social · Jul 30

I got interviewed by Chris, our Narrative Director and an overall fantastic human being. Working with him has been nothing short of amazing -- I really enjoy playing a part in developing these characters and the places they live in.

Failbetter Games - Wishlist Mandrake on Steam! @failbettergames.com · Jul 22

Where would they put their shoes?

@erionmakuo.bsky.social and @chrisgardiner.bsky.social peer in through the windows of a family home from Mandrake, and talk about how our art tells stories.

Mandrake - Home and Hearth - Steam News

How do you design an NPC's home interior with an eye on how they live? Chris and Erion take a magnifying glass to village leader Rosen's family home.

store.steampowered.com

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Erion Makuo @erionmakuo.bsky.social · Jul 30

No, you're the highlight in my career!! Thank you for the interview!

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Failbetter Games - Wishlist Mandrake on Steam! @failbettergames.com · Jul 30

cheers very much @pcgamer.com for the coverage on mandrake this month <3

A picture of a copy of PC Gamer mag, attractively draped over a fluffy golden cushion, open on a little preview of Mandrake. It reads: "Mandrake: Even Stranger Horticulture. Release TBA, Developer Failbetter Games, Publisher Failbetter Games, [and then a Steam link]. Failbetter Games does Stardew Valley is an irresistible pitch. The Fallen London dev has revealed a new game in which you plant seeds and harvest the results, explore the world, befriend a river, and take tea with a god. There are mines in which there's sometimes stone, villagers with important skills, a home to decorate, and lots of other life sim staples with a mythological twist. Don't go out after dark." There's a lovely screenshot of the Yolf in the tree outside your house accompanying the words. He's a big fluffy catlike bearlike creature.

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Erion Makuo @erionmakuo.bsky.social · Jul 16

Very happy to be here! 😊

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MountainMage, Signature Wizard ➡️ #Illuxcon ⛰️🧙‍♂️✍️ @mountainmagesigs.com · Jul 16

New artist announcement for my Q4 2025 #MTG signings! Everyone please welcome @erionmakuo.bsky.social to the MountainMage family! 🧙‍♂️

Get cards signed by them and 200+ other artists: MountainMageSigs.com or DM me for more info!

#MagicTheGathering

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Erion Makuo @erionmakuo.bsky.social · Jun 8

Yolf!

Luke (barse) @thebarse.bsky.social · Jun 8

Yolf.

Chris Gardiner @chrisgardiner.bsky.social · Jun 8

Yolf.

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Chris Gardiner @chrisgardiner.bsky.social · Jun 8

Yolf.

A screenshot from the trailer for Mandrake, the just-announced game from Failbetter Games. It shows an enormous chonky hairy cat-like creature with wide staring eyes sitting in a tree. A dialogue window is shown underneath, which identifies it only as “Horrifying Creature”. It is saying “Yolf.”

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Failbetter Games - Wishlist Mandrake on Steam! @failbettergames.com · Jun 8

Announcing: Mandrake!

You play the last of the Mandrakes, a sorcerous line of gardeners.

Horticulture is a cursed practice... except to you. Your family line is steeped in the green and growing arts, so you’re able to grow such marvels as: runner beans! Cherry trees! The humble turnip! 🌳