Shiva model!

[Yrusama]

Based on concept art alone? The FFXIV version is the clear winner in my book. The ice queen definitely looks her part now.

In terms of lore, Shiva is a spirit of ice. She can look however she wants. In this case she chooses to appear older and experienced, having led her minions in battle countless times with unwavering fortitude and grace. FFTA does a better job of showing her regal side, but you can't deny her poise in the XIV version.

If in other (friendlier) iterations she looks younger/sexier, that's her choice. I like your comment on FF8's looking mermaid-esque, too. Not saying it's the same Shiva that shows up in every game, but as etherial beings they can choose to represent themselves as they wish.

I would like the point out that, while Ifrit's design is great, it does break tradition in that his horns are pointed forward and not backward. When I first saw him in FFIV I thought he was a demon bunny because of his backward horns.

[Babydoll]

lol my friend calling shiva a slut kinda rubbed off on me lol, but the FF 10 was one of my favs just because she was like "Bitch hold my scarf(or cape)" Then yuna holds it. I just don't like super skinny girls why i hate the cat girls models. Elzeen are da best.

Me too Firon! I am def changing race...cat girls are way too skinny for my tastes lol. They're cute and stuff just...yeah...>.> FFX Shiva was awesome..she had the coolest hair and outfit!

[Skies]

Oh god now that this has kind of derailed into how summons look-
If you guys want to know what a really weird summon is like look up the summons from Final Fantasy Unlimited, the other, earlier, FF animation.

[Imoen]

Oh god now that this has kind of derailed into how summons look-
If you guys want to know what a really weird summon is like look up the summons from Final Fantasy Unlimited, the other, earlier, FF animation.

Um derp? It's always been an art thread about shiva..... lol

[Kallera]

Also keep in mind summons alao are relates to the lore, these aren't creatures willing to simply help out for a few mp. These are fierce otherworldly beings. There's the need to make the creature look like a boss since it is going to have that role. While this is a no brainer for creatures like Ifrit, summons like Shiva, Moogle King, and others still require that touch.

Thing is, what tribe has Shiva in the first place?? Certainly not the sahagin...

[Skies]

Also keep in mind summons alao are relates to the lore, these aren't creatures willing to simply help out for a few mp. These are fierce otherworldly beings. There's the need to make the creature look like a boss since it is going to have that role. While this is a no brainer for creatures like Ifrit, summons like Shiva, Moogle King, and others still require that touch.

Thing is, what tribe has Shiva in the first place?? Certainly not the sahagin...

Shiva, hilariously, appears to be tied to the Gigas, at least given what my speculating friends seem to have figured out.
Which is why one of my friends in particular was hoping she looked more roe-like XD

But no concrete information was ever given

[whoopeeragon]

Shiva, hilariously, appears to be tied to the Gigas, at least given what my speculating friends seem to have figured out.
Which is why one of my friends in particular was hoping she looked more roe-like XD

But no concrete information was ever given

Her thighs are more magnificent than any Roegadyn lass' will ever be.

[Warlock]

Her thighs are more magnificent than any Roegadyn lass' will ever be.

You are a Wise man '-')b

[Linkurrra]

Also keep in mind summons alao are relates to the lore, these aren't creatures willing to simply help out for a few mp. These are fierce otherworldly beings. There's the need to make the creature look like a boss since it is going to have that role. While this is a no brainer for creatures like Ifrit, summons like Shiva, Moogle King, and others still require that touch.

Thing is, what tribe has Shiva in the first place?? Certainly not the sahagin...

The Moogle King looks like a Boss? hehe He's basically a scaled up Teddy bear with wings and a crown!

[Kallera]

The Moogle King looks like a Boss? hehe He's basically a scaled up Teddy bear with wings and a crown!

Oversized compared to others of its kind? Check.
Altered voice to sound more imposing? Check.
Has a weapon to feasibly beat you to death with (unlike the "cute" variations his adds have) Check.