Yokai Bakeneko.

This is the final rendering done with Maya and Vray. I've updated the initial design (if you are curious scroll down) 

Before sculpting I've made a hand drawn concept.

and later I've worked with monster clay for understanding better volumes, my biggest challenge has been working on the details.

and these are some studies, I chose to discard these textures because the one I choose reflects better the japanese vibe in my opinion