Hello! I've been wanting to start my own topic here for a while now, since I absolutely adore drawing stuff related to TLK, and lions in general. Such wonderful creatures.
However, in order for me to have a right display of my currents skills, which are mediocore from where I stand, I'll only post new pictures I draw. Most of them will have some plot to it, too. If you want something done for you, PM me and I'll see if I an be of use. Also, all critiques, opinions, or any other type of feedback is much appreciated!
Here goes my first entry!
Alright, have you guys ever heard of the TLK theory of things sucking under Scar's reign being partially Mufasa's fault? It pretty much goes that, because Mufasa's ghost couldn't find peace and had to watch his own murderer on the throne, he tried to let everyone know by sending draught and bad weather, leading the lands to its poor state. Well, while I firmly believe Scar's... ahem, ruling style was the main reason, I agree with the part about Mufasa's ghost not finding peace. Scar murdered him, and stole Simba's birthright, giving Muffy more then enough reason to be pissed. A small thing that might support my theory is that, before Simba chooses to return home, Mufasa's ghost has no pupils, just white... but when Simba becomes the king, his ghost looks normal. This is sorta my head-canon, and I believe Mufasa's found peace when adult Simba first climbed the Pride Rock. That moment kinda symbolizes the sun of the new day rising, and the last day is finally gone.
But why didn't he appear to Simba before?
Well, I believe that the main reason is because Simba forgot about him... or at least kept trying to block him out. Why? Well, Simba wanted to join Timon and Pumba's Hakuna Matata life-style, and leave all worries behind. What was his biggest worry? Having coincidentally caused his beloved father's death. And could Simba think about the good times he had with Mufasa without his mind throwing him the images of Mufasa's death? I don't think so. That's why Simba doesn't say his dad is the one told him about the Great kings, when talking with Timon and Pumbaa.
Nala reminds Simba of the past he is trying to leave behind, andRafiki gives Simba the hope his dad is alive, thus bringing Simba in a state where he's more ready to confront his past and therefore face Mufasa.
When Mufasa appears, what are his first words to his son? Pretty much, the Great kings are there for you, but you need to be the to to turn to them.
The second reason?
What would have happened had cub Simba gone home? How high were the chances Scar's henchmen or Scar himself wouldn't find him before he finds the lionesses, and kill him?
This picture shows young Simba trying to block out his past and bad memories, goo memories being the price. Mufasa is standing in the back, watching over his son, knowing full well the cub isn't ready. He isn't ready to face nor Scar, nor him. But there's always hope.