So, I decided to take up modeling for sc2 :)

[CloudWolf]

Hey all! I recently got myself a copy of 3DS Max and decided to learn the basics of 3d modeling.

I've been playing around with the software and have got to a point where I'd like to start documenting just in case anyone is interested in what I'm working on

Aiming to learn all stages of modeling including the modeling, texturing, rigging and animating.

So, without further adue, please find below my first WIP screenshot of my first ever character model made from scratch.

Being a WIP, you may have noticed a few areas which look empty or untextured. This is a WIP and more screenshots will follow as I progress through development

On a side note, all models documented in this thread are more an upcoming SC2 map known as Fields of Glory (http://fog.udmod.com).

Would be great to hear some feedback!

 

[Anvil]

Good looking model, some parts (specially foot's) are a little flat, but with the normal and specular map you can make look good. For first scratch model is really good. I like the texture you made for him.

 

[eubz]

The model is obviously boxy.

 

[Adiktuz]

yeah, boxy but I think it's a really good work for your very first model... I wish I can learn as fast as you...

 

[CloudWolf]

All good feedback! I'll have to revisit the shape and add some extra polys to make the appearance less "square"

This is for SC2 after all, so I'm sure it will handle a few extra polys

More WIPS to follow tonight.

EDIT: On a side note, I just noticed I made him left-handed

 

[Sin'dorei300]

Really cool for ur first scratch model! Gj!

 

[NhazUl]

When making limbs from hexagonal prism, rotate them so that you have two walls parallel to the sagittal plane (the one that cuts the body into right and left half). This should reduce the boxy effect. Also, use 8-sided prisms for each section of the torso. Personally I make 2 for the waist/midsection and two (three if we count the upper side of the torso) for the chest. That should provide you with enough detail without using too many polygons.

 

[CloudWolf]

Another update, with 2D texture preview:

Also, for the context of sc2 modeling, when designing the model, I've got to keep in mind that it will appear this size on-screen due to the top-down genre.

So no sense in adding too many polygons as fine detail will be lost