Terraining Challenge 2007/2008

[Rui]

Read the first post.

 

[Nbah]

Oh, I get it. We first make Ashenvale and when the deadline comes we start with Barrens.

 

[Ratherion]

Alright Rui, due to multiple viruses and my big Project (we could probaly get that hosted....) I will NOT be doing more for this section, will begin contest again with barrens terrain next segment.

 

[Chaos]

In response to Chaos's problem heres just a few things to know throughout the course of the contest.

1. You can change the size of the map under Scenario.
   
2. You can change the color and effect of the fog under Scenairo->Map Options
   
3. You can change the tileset of the map completely under Advanced->Modify Tileset
   
4. You can change the cut off distance of the sky box through Ctrl+scroll on the mouse
   
5. Make sure You do not have any visible info boxes or selection circles when taking your screenshot.

Heya, some are useful, other are well known, for the guys around here.

I got an additional question:
How do I export and import files of/ in the world editor without losing the paths which are given to each file, for example a skin or model or whatever.
When I export the files and import the files in a different map, the path is lost and I need to give it again to what it has before.

I just came to that idea after I wanted to start a new terrain, but I stopped, cause I do not know that, and 300 path are too much to rechange them individual.

No need to reply, just asked myself, did not find a solution yet :emote_happy:

Chaos

 

[Rui]

Just increase the size of the map. It'll be much easier to do and it'll be more fair than using the Enchancer for extra ground tiles.

 

[demonsofdante]

I'm not entirely sure how to solve that problem chaos. I guess patience is the best answer

 

[Killer_Mushroom]

Just wondering, can I use these tree models, or are we restricted to those in the UTM?

 

[Dalaran_Guard]

Heya, some are useful, other are well known, for the guys around here.

I got an additional question:
How do I export and import files of/ in the world editor without losing the paths which are given to each file, for example a skin or model or whatever.
When I export the files and import the files in a different map, the path is lost and I need to give it again to what it has before.

I just came to that idea after I wanted to start a new terrain, but I stopped, cause I do not know that, and 300 path are too much to rechange them individual.

No need to reply, just asked myself, did not find a solution yet :emote_happy:

Chaos

Maybe I'm just being dumb, but why make a new map? WE lets you modify size, tileset, etc., so I see no real reason to export and import 300 files. Just modify existing Ult. Terraining Map and save under a diff. name...

 

[Ratherion]

Maybe I'm just being dumb, but why make a new map? WE lets you modify size, tileset, etc., so I see no real reason to export and import 300 files. Just modify existing Ult. Terraining Map and save under a diff. name...

Thats what we have been trying to tell people.

 

[KingBob]

Heres my first picture ^_^

It's not too much like Ashenvale in wc3, but it still looks cool to me.

 

[Jaakko]

Nice landscape shape Bob.

 

[Rui]

You may only use Models on the UTM.

I have just decided that you will not be able to join when we finish the third tileset. Which is Black Citadel, if I recall.

 

[Eleandor]

couldn't resist it...

count me in anyway

WIPS:
http://www.freeimagehost.eu/image/2ab504286796
http://www.freeimagehost.eu/image/483a5d286795

by the way, although I know you're not allowed to import models other than those within the Ultimate Map, but this particular skin could be quite useful for me... and it's only 1 skin ...

http://wc3sear.ch/index.php?p=Skins&ID=3954&sid=

so is it allowed or not?

 

[Rui]

For this tileset I will not allow it.
However, you may start voting whenever certain Skins should be allowed or not.

1. Yes: 0
2. No: 0

 

[demonsofdante]

I think skins should be allowed IF the person announces which skin they are using near the beginning of each tileset and make sure it is available to everyone.


Of course i dont wanna mess with custom skins so i wont be doing that

 

[Rui]

Ashenvale tileset has long started, so I'm sorry, Eleandor, you will not be able to use that skin. Perhaps on other tilesets. Make sure you save it if you want to use it on another tileset.

 

[Eleandor]

Ok that's very reasonable

 

[Rui]

I have updated the first post.

Keep submitting your terrains!

 

[Valcrist]

Sign me up for this contest. Also, do we use the Ultimate Terraining Map or do we just start our own and make it?

 

[Rui]

I think it is best to use the Ultimate Terraining Map. It's useless to go create another map and import 300 resources and change their path. So much work when you can simply make your terrain on the UTM.

 

[Eleandor]

eh...

I just made a new map and imported the stuff... took me 1 minute
I don't know how to change the mapsize, so I actually had to

 

[Jaakko]

I don't know how to change the mapsize, so I actually had to

It's very easy and fast. Look at the top panel in WE and select Scenario and then Map Size and Camera Bounds.

 

[Gausslander]

WOW! That's a little too much work for me... maybe if you had a best voice acting contest? JK don't want to sound like a jack ass here. Anyways, good luck gents, have fun working your asses off.

 

[Dalaran_Guard]

@Rui: As pertaining to importing skins or not:

My vote is no.

The rules have been set forth already, and we as terrainers have plenty of resources from which to create our tilesets. Adding this additional element of skins to the competition would create bias in favor one terrainer or another, and so we should be limited to those resources already provided for us.

 

[Rui]

I have just decided. I will allow you to use Skins as long as you attach them to your post BEFORE each tileset. The skins will then be attached to the first post for everyone to use.

 

[Dalaran_Guard]

I have just decided. I will allow you to use Skins as long as you attach them to your post BEFORE each tileset. The skins will then be attached to the first post for everyone to use.

Very well. Good compromise.

That means, whoever asked previously, that you will not be able to use any custom skins in this competition...

 

[Rui]

Not on Ashenvale. But perhaps on further tilesets.

 

[Eleandor]

Okay, this map is far from finished (EDIT: for example the tile variation on certain screens I did not plan to submit ) but I really don't feel like continuing...

Sorry for the overload on screenshots, but I felt like posting 'em
If I have to go for "1" final screen, I'd take Screenshot 6.

Map uploaded

The map idea: After the destruction of the High Elves, a group of Blood elves rebelling against Kael have settled themselves in the large forest of Ashenvale. The village can be entered by entering the portal (screen 1), although it's magically protected against non-elfs.

 

[Rui]

Very good work, amazing! However, they have a weird ground tile variation. The one on the lower right has only Lumpy Grass.

EDIT: Good choice, screenshot 6 is just excellent. And yes submit the map if possible.

 

[Valcrist]

how do i import images from my computer onto the forum so i can show my screenshots?

 

[Eleandor]

reply (in advanced mode), and click on the "manage attachments" button at the additional options, then upload your screens and your map.

 

[Chaos]

Just looking back in the older days of the several wc3 sites, but this contest is far away the greatest one at all, refering to terraining ones.

Just want to came out with that, and a special thanks to Rui for it.

Chaos

 

[Rui]

Thanks. I wish to organize it better, but it's just that I have been so tired lately. If I go to bed before midnight, I take ages to get to sleep, and I have to wake up at 7 o'clock. I never get a good resting time. I'm needing holidays

 

[Jaakko]

I'm happy I joined the right one then.

 

[Killer_Mushroom]

Here is an early WIP of the village. The actual dwellings are going to be inside the World Trees, plus a few ground based-structures will be added. I am going to elaborate more on the forest once the architectural part is complete.

 

[Dalaran_Guard]

Here is an early WIP of the village. The actual dwellings are going to be inside the World Trees, plus a few ground based-structures will be added. I am going to elaborate more on the forest once the architectural part is complete.

Whoah! Dark! You may want to post a screenie that is easier to see, as I still cannot distinguish half of what is there. Sounds like an interesting prospect, though, this terrain of yours. Good luck...

 

[Killer_Mushroom]

Turn your brightness to 100% on your monitor - it will be perfectly visible.

 

[Dalaran_Guard]

Turn your brightness to 100% on your monitor - it will be perfectly visible.

Ummm... ya, its not perfectly visible, but it is a bit easier to see. You may still want to post a brighter pic, but I suppose it is up to you...

 

[SuPa-]

Not in the competition, but thought I'd post some opinions
@Dalaran... I can easily see it

Mushroom, looks nice so far, though a little like Eleandor's
Eleandor, really good idea that was well executed, but the high elves bug me lol

 

[Dalaran_Guard]

Not in the competition, but thought I'd post some opinions
@Dalaran... I can easily see it

Mushroom, looks nice so far, though a little like Eleandor's
Eleandor, really good idea that was well executed, but the high elves bug me lol

Hmmmm... maybe there's just something wrong with my screen. I set it to 100% brightness though and it's still rather dark. Oh well.

@Mushroom: From what I can see, it is looking pretty good. Keep it up!

 

[Eleandor]

Eleandor, really good idea that was well executed, but the high elves bug me lol

thanks, the main reason I took high elves is because
* their buildings simply looked better in this terrain
* It's something else than the usual "ashenvale = night elfs sleeping near a tree of life" ... And you got to admit: if there are 27 participants, you'd rather see something original than 27 NE fortresses...

 

[Valcrist]

theres what i got so far
View attachment 5620

View attachment 5621

View attachment 5622

the second one is my favourite but let me know what you think of them

 

[Rui]

You should upload your screenshots as JPEG. Most people will not download .TGA files just to see the screenshots.

 

[Valcrist]

I tried to convert but they just ended up as X how can i fix that

 

[Ratherion]

Get a program like Ifranveiw from the tools section, it can open TGAs and save them as Jpegs

 

[Killer_Mushroom]

Here, I converted and uploaded your screenshots for you (Valcrist.)

I'll submit a review in a few minutes.

 

[Valcrist]

there, all better
View attachment 5646

View attachment 5647

4 is my new favourite

 

[Rui]

The last one has weird ground tile variation. All the others seem OK.

 

[Doompenguin]

Im not satisfied with the satyr camp yet, and the first one needs some more doodads too maybe... I think the satyr attack on the elven village is a bit messy atm, but i want the village to be in flames and the levitating dead body over the blue flame. Maybe i should clear out some trees and make the ground mroe even.. Anyway feel free to suggest some stuff

 

[Herio-san]

Im not quite satisfied with it yet.. but i cant work on it anymore today.
These may be my two finals.. Havn't decided yet.