Made some color sketches. This is not for the final illustration, but simply to understand the character and create the basis for the future color scheme.
A small pack of tambnail for the final illustration. I want to choose number 2 because I love dynamic compositions. There are also options for opponents. I like masked fire. : )
I love 4, and 1 could really work well too. If you're going with 4 I'd love to see some colour variation a little like the others just to give some depth in that water!