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Spring Heeled Jack (also Springheel Jack, Spring-heel Jack, etc), is a character from English folklore said to have existed during the Victorian era and able to jump extraordinarily high. The first claimed sighting of Spring Heeled Jack that is known occurred in 1837.[1] Later alleged sightings were reported all over England, from London up to Sheffield and Liverpool, but they were especially prevalent in suburban London and later in the Midlands and Scotland.[2]

Many theories have been proposed to ascertain the nature and identity of Spring Heeled Jack. The urban legend of Spring Heeled Jack gained immense popularity in its time due to the tales of his bizarre appearance and ability to make extraordinary leaps, to the point where he became the topic of several works of fiction.

Spring Heeled Jack was described by people claiming to have seen him as having a terrifying and frightful appearance, with diabolical physiognomy that included clawed hands and eyes that "resembled red balls of fire". One report claimed that, beneath a black cloak, he wore a helmet and a tight-fitting white garment like an "oilskin". Many stories also mention a "Devil-like" aspect. Spring Heeled Jack was said to be tall and thin, with the appearance of a gentleman, and capable of making great leaps. Several reports mention that he could breathe out blue and white flames and that he wore sharp metallic claws at his fingertips. At least two people claimed that he was able to speak comprehensible English.

credit given to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spring_Heeled_Jack
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8 Comments

ponti55 says:

Interesting effect, and a great creature to choose! Good luck!!

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GolemAura says:

creepy spooky and really welldone... great mood and image (awesome work) good luck!!!

EDIT: AUTHOR.. just place the 2 picture into your SBS uncut and place the link with them with an explanation.. I hope that will help (there really isn't any work in them, it's all in the figure.. delete the background if there is any risk of losing this magnificent work

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author says:

I'm sorry people MorgueFile.com is having technical difficulties so I dont think my two city links are going to work.
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Tuckinator says:

wow cool

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CMYK46 says:

Figure looks flat.

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Sofaki says:

Beautiful ...Good work

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chakra1985 says:

very nice

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scratzilla1 says:

well done

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