Thanks for the crits, Gonna test to tune the side stuff down in contrast.
Since he will be animated, I think il' test and keep the sword like that so it wont feel to "still " :- )
Nicely done. I particularly like the helmet and would rather nothing change about it.
I like it very much. But make the sword either 45 degrees or make it in the pattern - 2 pixels up - one step to the left - 2 pixels up - one step to the left. Otherwise it dosen't look straight. Also what big brother said.
I would remove one of the grate elements on his head. At this size, clarity is key, and you don't want any confusion as to which grate is his "face."
{ Didn't like the sword, but love the character!
I'd love to see a whole scene with this guy in it