I've got several ponies in progress at all times, it seems. Right now, I've got a pair of superheroes who are waiting for a hair shipment, a gryphon who needs wings and claws, and a carousel pony I'm considering doing sculpted hair but haven't had the proper inspiration for yet.

With so many ponies in various states, why would I ever think of starting up another?

Because it's Discord, of course! And because I plan to document his construction from start to finish. Ready? Let's go!

I started with a G3 Rainbow Dash whose ears had been nearly chewed off. Weeks ago, I cut off the ears and sealed the holes with Apoxie. I didn't have a clear plan for what she would become - I was thinking dragon - but I put her aside until just last night.




When I was struck by inspiration, I took Dashie and cut her in half. Ouch! But it's for a good cause, I promise. Discord needs a long, slinky body.

I filled him up with a thick coil of air dry clay, giving him a nice curve. A paint bottle was used to support the underbelly while it dried, although I took care to make sure he was balanced and could stand on his own four feet.




Here he is with a layer of Apoxie over the dried clay. (the clay is less expensive than the Apoxie so it makes good filler) I've also given him some ears and the cloven hoof of his goat leg.



Next, I'll be adding more Apoxie to the belly to smooth out the lumps and blend it more naturally into the plastic, working on his lion paw, and shaping and attaching the tail. Stay tuned!