The Zarblay Xemplok pixel art challenge is complete and we have three new champions. This week's challenge awards go to the following pieces:



Thanks so much to all who took the time to vote and participate in the challenge! Check out the Zarblay Xemplok forum thread for more information.

It's time to vote for the latest pixel art challenge: Zarblay Xemplok.

VOTE NOW!

Create an image of a character called "Zarblay Xemplok", a native of the planet Spectrus. You must pixel this character using only the ZX spectrum palette. Here is all the known information about your character - Zarblay has:

• A large nose.
• Two tentacles.
• Three eyes.

You may present the character in any way you want, from a facial portrait to a full body image. But whatever you choose, Zarblay must be the main focus of the piece. Your piece must also show all three physical characteristics listed above.

Optional Bonus Challenge: Use real ZX spectrum restrictions. Have a look at this guide, created by Ptoing.

Canvas Size - Max 256 (width) x 192 (height).
Colours - Max 15; Use only colours from the ZX spectrum palette:

The challenge thread will have all the challenge updates. The thread is also a great place to post your WIPs.