New (Hopefully Better) Sig!

[Singularity_0001]

Well, my last one was a disaster and it was pointed out as such
Please tell me if this one is any better!
And which is better, 1st or 2nd?
Also any suggestions would be GREATLY appreciated! I'd like to learn as much as I can about GFX and sig making as I find it very rewarding when I come out with something good like this.

EDIT:
Text change and took out character outline.

EDIT2:
First and second aspects combined.

 

[eXistance]

First one looks better in my opinion The outline on the character looks better.

 

[Mootinie]

The signature without outline would look better if it was blended more.
You could..

1. Click Eraser Tool. Find a 65px Large Soft Brush. Set Opacity to 10% and slowly erase the edges of the render.
2. Add gradient maps and photo filters to bring out better and matching colours between render and BG.
3. Use some C4D effects on top of the render and some beneath to create some depth (More Advanced Stuff Though)

 

[Singularity_0001]

I have 0 skills with C4D sadly. Just attempted to make a sig with come C4D and epic failed. XD
But I'll keep on trying!