Drowtales: Path to Power - An'jhali

Mmmm, how to describe the odd duck of a webcomic that is Drowtales: Path to Power?  In a sentence: a subscription based fantasy society building macro RPG webcomic with a story determined by vote.

Confused yet?  Allow me to elaborate.

Path to Power revolved around the story of a clan of subterranean dark elves, or drow, driven from their home by invaders.  Only roughly one tenth of the city's population managed to escape being slaughtered and those that lived were forced to flee into the bowels of the huge underground cavern system that makes up their world.  And that's only the prologue.

During Path to Power's initial run, each reader could play the role of a member of the clan Tei'kaliath that would be drawn as background and/or secondary character by the artist.  At its height there were over three hundred named characters and each week votes would be cast to determine what direction the story would take.  The comic completed its run in early 2014 and the series was archived.  It can still be read from start to finish here:  (first comics)

An'jhali

An'jhali is the leader of the Tei'kaliath drow and the main character of Path to Power.  The last surviving member of the old city's royal family, she was the youngest daughter of the old queen and far down the line of succession.  Now she finds herself inexplicably as ruler, a mantle she never thought she'd have to take up.  The responsibility of leading a her rag tag group of survivors weights heavily on her although she takes her responsibility to them very seriously.

Sometimes you got to the start the day off with a little brooding.

The clan desires a swimsuit contest! An'jhali wonders about her clan sometimes.

One upside to being clan leader though is the occasional bit of pampering.  Case in point:

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Bonus Update: Swimsuit Contest

Hello and welcome to the Webcomic Foot Finder swimsuit contest!  Summer is well underway and what better way to celebrate the than to showcase some lovely webcomic gals in their best beach wear?  Each contestant will get a single image and a brief introduction including name and which webcomic they're from!

So look, decide, and vote for witch is your favorite contestant!  Reeeeady!  Go!

Kimi

 (Caribbean Blue)

Yep, first up it's the adorable nekocat from the most recent update, Kimi! Sweet and caring although she doesn't quite understand the human obsession with being clothed.

Tina

(Caribbean Blue)

One of the original protags from Caribbean Blue, Tina is a tiger catgirl with lots of energy and a can do attitude matched by none.  More than willing to take any challenge head on and possibly a punch to the gut!

Yuki

(Caribbean Blue)

One of the catgirls on vacation in Caribbean Blue, Yuki is the more level headed member of the group.  Always the source of reasonable compromise, this caracal catgirl will keep it together no matter what.

Maya

(Caribbean Blue)

Next up it's Maya!  The original catgirl of the island of Caribbean Blue, she won't tolerate being second to anyone!  Especially if that anyone is another catgirl.

 Alice

(Caribbean Blue)

Also from Caribbean Blue, but not a catgirl (shocking I know) it's Alice the policwoman!  A gun enthusiast with a fondness for classic german weaponry, this gal will shoot straight to your heart!  And maybe your lung.  Depends on whether you're moving or not.

Okay, that's enough Caribbean Blue.  Now it's time to move on to:

Didi

(Ménage à 3)

It's the return of a fan favorite, Didi from Ménage à 3!  Even in the middle of Toronto you're not safe from sudden swimsuit and the resulting distraction!  Just watch out for that light poll.

Nina

(Eerie Cuties)

Nina the vampire!  Looking a bit older than she normally does due to some shenanigans involving a deal with a loli demon, but looking rather lovely for it.  We have it on good authority that the way to her heart is through chocolate and lots of it.

Chloe

(Eerie Cuties)

A socially awkward and incredibly clumsy up and coming Succubus, Chloe is one of Nina's best friends.  Often means well but has a tendency to accidentally misuse her powers.  Seen here with Blaire the possesed doll, who seems to have made off with a bit of her wardrobe.

Ace
(Eerie Cuties)

Next up is Ace, the series resident werewolf boy, who for a time was victim of a orb of gender bending. While stuck being "Aceina," at least for awhile, that doesn't stop him from investing his feminine side by trying on some female clothing.  And boy does Aceina wear it well.

Kade

(Eerie Cuties)

Another "victim" of the orb of gender bending, Kade Eerie Cuties' resident werecat!  Always a bit coquettish even as a guy, Kade had no problems flaunting what he had once he became a her.

An'jhali

(Drowtales: Path to Power)

Leader of a displaced clan of dark elves, An'jhali is faced with the daily task of keeping her people together in the face of a hostile underworld.  That doesn't stop her clan from volunteering her for a swimsuit contest of their own though.  Ah, such are the burdens of leadership.

Ash

(Misfile)

The street racing, car savy, guy turned girl main protagonist of Misfile appears!  Life can be difficult when you're the victim of a celestial misfile, especially when part of that entails trying different gendered swimwear for the first time.  Fight on Ash!

Emily

(Misfile)

Ash's friend and fellow recipient of a celestial misfile, Emily is trying to refind her way in life after literally redoing two years of her life.  However even those undergoing an existential journey can take time to enjoy a nice pool party.

Cassiel

(Misfile)

Cassiel in human and angel form respectively

Would you have ever guessed that the Devil had a niece?  And small wonder that she's hawt!  A vengeful and rather petty angel, this lass demands your adoration.  Fail to do so and she will track you down even if it takes an eternity.

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And that's all for now!  Who was your favorite?  Cast your vote and let's see who the favorite summer time webcomic gal of 2014!