Raven Blade said:
what do you expect from one of the most samey models in DBZ?
Something fresh, new, not going with the crowd. Personally I prefer Smo's old one to this because it goes a little further then just showing mild shading.
I think if you really want to move forward and impress people you need to take some real chances, don't be so conventional. Add bright lighting where you think it'll work, he's wearing a spandex suit, how about some flashy highlights here and there.
His Straps could be skinned like actual gold, not just shaded yellow. The face even too, add some smaller details like nostrails, not just decent shading.
Overall yeah, it looks good, but where's the factor that makes me even care if I use this or the default one?