Navagon: This thread reminded me of all the problems with the Witcher image I did. So I remade it.
Very nice but the major problem is the sword. It's just too chubby and doesn't suit the rest of the picture... I think the problem is the perspective - whereas everything else is almost meticulous. Also said sword doesn't look as real as everything else - try adding more shine or make it more dull and weathered.
Anyway, here's mine - a step by step:
I've been doing art since I was 13, this took me an afternoon, but I have a large range of styles and tastes. *shrug*