In case you might have noticed from my previous entries to the elf mage series, every doll element has a relation to my deeper self, or an alter ego in some sense. This is the same for the next member of my toothpick doll elf mage family. I thought a lot about the outfit design for my Earth elf mage, and what attitude do I want her to portray. I've asked myself questions like: Do I want my earth mage to have the fairy-like attitude with a humble personality and subtle features? Or do I want my earth mage to be as tough as rock with a hard-headed personality and shouts attitude from head to toes?  This dilemma urged me to do "research" (which is actually just by watching fantasy anime and observing their costumes). I re-watched Cardcaptor Sakura  for inspiration from her cards The Earthy. The Wood, and The Flower.  Even watched Avatar: The Last Airbender  for inspiration from Toph Beifong , who lives by her name and her element. Until I decide...