This guide walks through how to draw Cayde-6 from Destiny, the beloved Hunter Vanguard and fan-favorite Exo character. Known for his witty personality and tragic story in Forsaken, Cayde-6 remains one of the most iconic characters in the Destiny universe. Sketching this robotic Guardian provides excellent practice with mechanical faces and sci-fi armor designs.
Sketching the Hunter Vanguard
This tutorial breaks down into 15 step-by-step images taking you from basic shapes to a complete drawing of Cayde-6 with his signature hand cannon!
Cayde-6 Character Features
- Hood draped over head with pointed front section
- Exo face with angular mechanical features and glowing eyes
- Pronounced chin and jawline typical of Exo design
- Cape strap crossing diagonally over chest
- Layered Hunter armor with shoulder pads
- Wrapped forearms with segmented plating
- Belt with pouches and holster at waist
- Hand cannon held in right hand
- Segmented leg armor with knee guards
- Tactical boots with reinforced sections
Drawing Exo characters offers unique challenges with their robotic anatomy. After finishing Cayde-6, consider trying the Exo Stranger tutorial for another mechanical Guardian design. The Warlock guide shows a different Guardian class entirely, while the Eris Morn tutorial presents a human character with her distinctive Hive modifications.
Tutorial Navigation System
The steps follow this simple color scheme:
- Red Color: lines added in the current step.
- Black Color: lines completed earlier.
- Gray Color: base sketch for structure.
How to Draw Cayde-6: Complete Guide
Share Your Guardian Art!
That wraps up this tutorial on drawing the legendary Hunter Vanguard. Did capturing the Exo face and hooded look prove challenging? Drop any questions or comments below. Anyone posting their finished Cayde-6 sketch on social media should share the link here so fellow Guardians can check it out. Community feedback always helps artists improve their craft!