The Chimu: Chan Chan

I wrote this article on 5/28/2020 in honor of Shadow of the Tomb Raider. However, beacuse it is the 25th anniversary this year, and the subject is Tomb Raider 1996 for February, I decided to feature this article in honor of the 25th anniversary! I also added the anniversary badge to it due to the fact this article also denotes an item found in the … Continue reading The Chimu: Chan Chan

ROTTR -Siberia and Mount Belukha ect pt.1

Original post from: January 19, 2017  re-posted March 31, 2020 When Rise of the Tomb Raider opened, and we saw Lara and Jonah contemplating climbing the pyramid shaped peak ahead of them, it was exciting, yes. However, I was thinking that mountain looked like something I know I have seen before. At least something similar. I am not too sure if the mountain and chain … Continue reading ROTTR -Siberia and Mount Belukha ect pt.1

The Tumi Knife

Naylamp and the Tumi In History Let’s start with what we know about its beginning, that is avery good place to start. Do, re, mi … In all seriousness yes, let’s begin. … Later, the Sican were defeated and absorbed you might say into the Chimu culture where the Chimu adopted the Sican myth of Naylamp and other cultural traditions. During the takeover the Chimu … Continue reading The Tumi Knife

The Artful Influences of SOTTR Pt. 1

The Artful influences of Shadow of the Tomb Raider Written by Emma aka Okh Eshivar 11/07/2018 When you play through the game Shadow of the Tomb Raider you will notice many pre-Columbian influences. They are everywhere. Mostly in the same representation in little groups or separately, however, with these items in place in the game, it is easy to understand they did research the style … Continue reading The Artful Influences of SOTTR Pt. 1

Official Mobile App Okh Eshivar!

Introducing Okh Eshivar’s first official mobile app! You can download this android app I created on the Google Play Store. You will need a Google Play account to obtain this app! It took a while to design what I wanted and then get it all loaded into Google play developer account so it can be loaded into the Play Store. I enjoy doing crafty things … Continue reading Official Mobile App Okh Eshivar!

Lara Croft Go for PlayStation 4 and more!

    Just out! There is a new edition to the Lara Croft Go game called “ Mirror of Spirits!” here is why there is a new chapter! The critically acclaimed game, according to Square Enix Montreal,  is now available for PS4, and PlayStation Vita as well as the PlayStation 4 Pro. As a celebration of the big event Square Enix has collaborated with KO_OP (an … Continue reading Lara Croft Go for PlayStation 4 and more!

My Thoughts After Completing Baba Yaga DLC

  For those who have not played through the Baba Yaga story, read no further. There are spoilers text and visual. Make sure you click on the pictures; all but the first one clicks to a larger image. You also may wish to read a historical piece I wrote about Baba Yaga, before the DLC came out.  The Story This is a level that will … Continue reading My Thoughts After Completing Baba Yaga DLC

My Visual Impression Of The Game ROTTR PC Version

    When I received my review copy of the critically acclaimed Rise of the Tomb Raider PC version from Crystal Dynamics, I was stunned by the visual brilliance compared to the 360 of which I played the game on initially. I have completed “Baba Yaga: Temple of the Witch” for Xbox360, and intend to play it on the PC as well, so, for now, … Continue reading My Visual Impression Of The Game ROTTR PC Version

My Fansite Video Introduction!

As it says my fansite now can wear the proud honour of having its own video! Thank you to all involved, who view this video and who are just the wonderful people you all are that inspired everything! There shall be more videos on the horizon! Enjoy! ~Emma Continue reading My Fansite Video Introduction!

Byzantine Art History 20th Anniversary Celebration!

20 years of raiding! The game series Tomb Raider is getting ready to enter into its 20th anniversary. Of course, I wanted to write a piece in celebration of that anniversary by defining the artwork found in the latest game. The new game Rise of the Tomb Raider shows off some outstanding artwork. Specifically, Byzantine-inspired designs. These distinctive art forms are seen throughout in the … Continue reading Byzantine Art History 20th Anniversary Celebration!