I am SO glad you did this. I'd love for it to be considered in the Contest, but even if not, you've FINALLY made a solid model with PALANQUIN ANIMATIONS, from which I hope many more may be made. You've cracked the ice that people haven't dared tread in all these years.
Also, hey, pretty cool model. I mean that, it looks quite good & the textures fit & the animations are smooth. Love the thematic consistency of the watery-orb.