Mini Mapping Contest #16 - Mini RPG

[FeelsGoodMan]

A mini mapping / level design contest with a focus on making beautiful, playable terrain, hero design and boss fights.
Contestants must create a short linear map with RPG elements, at least one well designed hero (no classic Warcraft 3 spells), a short backstory, at least one cinematic and one boss fight.

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• All submissions and all resources contained within the map must adhere to all of Hiveworkshop's rules.
• You can not start working on your submission before the contest has officially started.
• You need to post at least 3 WIP screenshots that clearly shows the progress of what you are working on.
• The total playtime can be no shorter than 20 minutes, and must not exceed 50 minutes (not including cinematics). This is based on a normal skill level and does not account for bad people who die often.
• You must create at least one completely custom hero with triggered spells. There is no need to use imported models (although it is encouraged) as long as the hero is not a classic Warcraft 3 hero. You are NOT allowed to use spells already available at the spells section or from any other Warcraft 3 modding site (systems like a DDS, Unit indexers etc. are allowed).

• There must be a respawn system in place so you don't have to restart the map if you die.
• You can not use a map template from the map templates section.
• Your map must be; Bug-free with absolutely NO game breaking bugs, lag free on up to date gaming computers(slight lag is acceptable in cinematics), periodic timers and other high frequency triggers must be leak free. Icons, models and textures must be properly imported and optimized for Warcraft 3 (No green icons or wow models with messed up animations etc).
• You may team up with one more person, but no teams over 2 people are allowed.
• Judges may not participate.

Breaking any of these rules may lead to punishment in the judgement score, up to disqualification from the contest, depending on the weight of the issue. In case of doubts towards a certain rule you are very encouraged to discuss it in the contest thread so others and judges may help with sorting it out.

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• 1st place: 55 reputation points
• 2nd place: 40 reputation points
• 3rd place: 25 reputation points
• Entry: 5 reputation points
• Judge: 5 reputation points

The three winning teams will receive an award icon, representing the winning entry.

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• @Edy
• @Devalut

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Gameplay	The fun factor: Does the whole package create an enjoyable experience for the player? e.g. Are the spell effects satisfying, is there replayability, is the plot compelling, ...?	/20
Aesthetics	Is it good looking terrain-wise? How polished are the details such as preview pictures, title, in-game texts and icons?	/30
Triggers	Does the map run well performance-wise? Factors which influence this category are: efficiency of the triggers/coding, memory leaks, etc.	/10
	/60

Results Calculation

• Judgement: 70%
• Poll: 30%

FinalScore = (30*Reached_Votes/POSSIBLE_VOTES) + (70*Average_Judge_Score/POSSIBLE_SCORE)

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The contest shall begin on the 4th of January, 2020 and conclude at 00:00 on the 1st of March, 2020 GMT.

Assigned Staff: Mythic

Previous Contest | Poll | Results

 

[Heinvers]

Hello.

From what I can see, the theme is vague so far. What's the exact theme of the contest? Hosts must put a sub-title to the thematic part.

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

Hello.

From what I can see, the theme is vague so far. What's the exact theme of the contest? Hosts must put a sub-title to the thematic part.

Forgive me, I have never hosted a contest before. I deliberately omitted the theme as I wanted each player to take their own individual artistic approach. The theme as far as map type goes at least is a linear RPG-ish, story driven map with a boss fight at the end.

If I must put a more specific theme then I can do that of course.

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Contestant	WIP 1	WIP 2	WIP 3	FINAL ENTRY
Post	Post	Post	Entry
[S]@Paillan[/S]	Post
@lolreported	Post	Post	Post	Entry
[S]@Veronnis[/S]	Post	Post	Post
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[S]@Leods[/S]	Post
@Ungoliath	Post	Post	Post	Entry
@ZiBitheWand3r3r	Post	Post	Post	Entry
@Tukkel	Post	Post
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Post	Post	Post	Entry

@FeelsGoodMan @MuckCZE @PROXY @Imago_ @Abelhawk

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[Chaosy]

I actually kinda like the boss fight requirement.

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

I actually kinda like the boss fight requirement.

I'm hoping it can produce some interesting submissions

 

[Vinz]

The theme as far as map type goes at least is a linear RPG-ish, story driven map with a boss fight at the end.

That's a theme in itself. The theme or title should describe what you want the contestants to make.

Best of luck!

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

That's a theme in itself. The theme or title should describe what you want the contestants to make.

Should be fine now right?

Best of luck!

Thanks!

 

[Paillan]

I shall join this, I have a few ideas for a mini rpg...

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

I shall join this, I have a few ideas for a mini rpg...

Awesome!

 

[Daffa]

Now now, don't make me add more work to my palette. Damn good contests when I'm trying to stay away from modding.

 

[Svetli]

I would like to join the contest.

 

[lolreported]

I'll join this contest as well! Glad to see the start date is tomorrow already.

Good luck everyone.

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

Now now, don't make me add more work to my palette. Damn good contests when I'm trying to stay away from modding.

Does this mean you are participating?

I would like to join the contest.

Awesome!

I'll join this contest as well! Glad to see the start date is tomorrow already.

Good luck everyone.

Cool! Yeah I wanted to start early. Good luck

 

[Rufus]

Is this really starting tomorrow? It has to be approved first, right?

Anyway, I might join this too, seems fun!

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

Is this really starting tomorrow? It has to be approved first, right?

Well I was hoping for it to be approved before then, but seems like that didn't work out

Anyway, I might join this too, seems fun!

Awesome!

 

[Veronnis]

@FeelsGoodMan, uhg such an evil temptation to invite me to this. I am so busy creating a new DnD campaign world, classes and cultures, just accepted Mythic's invite for the special effect contest and more.... buuuuuuttt this is finally my kind of contest in every way. *internal conflict noises* There is an 80% probability that I will join. I'll just have to turn Mythic's special effect entry into a hero spell or something lol.

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

@FeelsGoodMan, uhg such an evil temptation to invite me to this. I am so busy creating a new DnD campaign world, classes and cultures, just accepted Mythic's invite for the special effect contest and more.... buuuuuuttt this is finally my kind of contest in every way. *internal conflict noises* There is an 80% probability that I will join. I'll just have to turn Mythic's special effect entry into a hero spell or something lol.

Great!

 

[Yours Truly]

Optionally paired or mandatory?

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

Optionally paired or mandatory?

Optionally, and max 2 per team.

 

[Heinvers]

Approved! Good luck guys and don't slack too much :]

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

The contest has officially started!

Post your WIP's in this thread when you have any!

Here's my first WIP. I am aiming for a total conversion map. Trying to make a castle/dungeon kinda map in the underworld

Spoiler

 

[Paillan]

Oh yeah I was wondering, is there a maximum map size (width x height)?

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

Oh yeah I was wondering, is there a maximum map size (width x height)?

Nope, you can have a 480x480 map as long as you stay within the 20-50 minute rule

 

[Paillan]

thx for the info, gonna post a WIP soon hopefully (although I already feel outclassed by your WIP)

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

although I already feel outclassed by your WIP

Don't be discouraged, just raise the stakes even more!

 

[Zoson]

Is it allowed for the participant to use systems, the participant made himself and uploaded at an earlier date on hive spell section?

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

Is it allowed for the participant to use systems, the participant made himself and uploaded at an earlier date on hive spell section?

You can use any system you want, made by you or anyone else. You can't use spells from the spells section. I know people upload systems to the spell section, but systems aren't really spells so I don't count them as such.

Damage engine, projectile systems, unit indexers, movement systems, and such are totally fine.

 

[matin45]

Maybe it becomes my start
It must be solo player?

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

Maybe it becomes my start
It must be solo player?

Hmm I haven't really specified that. It doesn't HAVE to be, but that would be the easiest to make I guess

 

[Paillan]

Anyway, this is my first WIP, this will be the starting area.

Spoiler: WIP

 

[MuckCZE]

i shall join.

 

[Glorn2]

If only SC2 submissions were allowed

 

[lolreported]

Started working on some core systems and brainstormed a couple of main ideas for the project. I've also chosen my unit model for the hero, the Druid of the Claw:



Question: The rules say the map should be linear, but are optional side-quests allowed?

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

The rules say the map should be linear, but are optional side-quests allowed?

Yep, optionals are fine. I meant linear in the sense that it's not an open world map.

 

[lolreported]

Yep, optionals are fine. I meant linear in the sense that it's not an open world map.

Great!

This will be what I'd call my first WIP:
Editor


Ingame


Going for a dark and sinister environment.

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

Great!

This will be what I'd call my first WIP:
Editor
View attachment 343870 View attachment 343871

Ingame
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Going for a dark and sinister environment.

Cool!

 

[Ungoliath]

I'll try to produce something. I have few fun ideas.

Are we allowed to have more than just one boss fight?
And when you mention "projectile system", I'm thinking about one of the available customizable multishot spells. Would that one go under systems or spells?

 

[lolreported]

Cool!

Thanks, your castle looks great as well!

I'll try to produce something. I have few fun ideas.

Are we allowed to have more than just one boss fight?

A mini mapping / level design contest with a focus on making beautiful, playable terrain, hero design and boss fights.

I'd asume so as it says boss fights, I'm planning on having more than one.

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

I'll try to produce something. I have few fun ideas.

That's great!

Are we allowed to have more than just one boss fight?

Yep no problem.

And when you mention "projectile system", I'm thinking about one of the customizable multishot spells. Would that one go under systems or spells?

Hmm that's in the gray zone I feel. How much customization are we talking about, and what multishot spell?

 

[Ungoliath]

Like the one by Redscores , which could be used by bosses (like a bullethell) for example, or like a customizable ability for the hero (through levels and items). I would essentially change everything about it, but still keep the core gui triggers. It's your call

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

Like the one by Redscores , which could be used by bosses (like a bullethell) for example, or like a customizable ability for the hero (through levels and items). I would essentially change everything about it, but still keep the core gui triggers. It's your call

Ok should be fine

 

[Chaosy]

I have a few vague ideas, but I'll have to settle on something before I actually make progress.
Alternatively, could be into making it a 2 person submission if anyone else is up for it.

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

WIP No. 2. I am really liking how this is turning out if I may say so myself.

Spoiler

 

[DD_legionTN]

Great for seeing a new mapping contest get hosted. It a good time for me since I will have almost full free time after a week, I am up to participate in the contest. Though would prefer team up with someone else instead of joining alone.

Wondering if anyone would like to team up with me... @Chaosy pinging you as you seem to be the only one interested in team up.

 

[xorkatoss]

seems like a fun contest! not gonna participate myself but I'm looking forward to the entries!

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

Here is my third and final WIP

Spoiler

 

[Chaosy]

Big rip, wont beat that in terms of terrain.

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

Big rip, wont beat that in terms of terrain.

You can harvest 20 points from fun factor, and 10 for efficiency with coding/triggers etc. From what I know you are quite skilled at that, as opposed to me who can BARELY make simple MUI spells

 

[Veronnis]

those kind of screenshots after the contest has only been open 1 day lol. In the words of Chaosy RIP. Anyway, I was intending to compete with a reforged map but everyone else appears to be running classic - would my entry be invalid? Lastly it says the main hero shouldn't be a classic war3 hero. I was intending on using non-kael W3Reforged blood mage for my hero, does that work?

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

those kind of screenshots after the contest has only been open 1 day lol.

Haha I really need to sleep soon

Anyway, I was intending to compete with a reforged map but everyone else appears to be running classic - would my entry be invalid?

Hmm I haven't really specified if we were doing Reforged or Classic, but seeing as Reforged isn't officially released I would go with Classic to be safe if I were you. If you have started already then I guess it's fine, but if not then I would suggest doing Classic.

Lastly it says the main hero shouldn't be a classic war3 hero. I was intending on using non-kael W3Reforged blood mage for my hero, does that work?

I'm thinking about the spells, not the actual hero model