As stated before, he’s probably the only member of the team, outside of Hardtack and his future love interest Fain, that I’ve developed. Originally meant to have him be more based on Dennis Hopper’s character from ‘Apocalypse Now’, then just kinda leaned more into that kinda mindset that poor Toothen Nail (might not even be his original name) has been put through the proverbial wringer and then some.
While most zebras seem to speak in a more jovial sing-song tone, Toothen’s rhyme scheme is put through this filter of battle-trauma and acquired nihilism. This was heavily inspired by Batty (Rutger Hauer) from Blade Runner during his final moments (especially when he’s chasing Deckard), every observation or phrase followed by some bizarrely dark non-sequitur… almost like he has no inner monologue anymore.
Despite this, he’s still a great tracker with exceptional hearing and sense of smell, and almost OCD levels of attention to details.
Funnily enough, I’m kinda split on this version compared to his original ai pic. This one does a great job at showing all his many MANY scars and wounds (even a slightly mangled ear)… but not 100% happy with how this version’s armor/outfit turned out.