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Off-Topic Discussion => General Discussion => Topic started by: Shrike on December 05, 2001, 02:32:00 pm
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Anyone interested? (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
There's been a lot of growth in the modelling here, so how many of you guys want to try your hand at another one, hmm?
What say, oh.... one month, judging in the first week of january. Or would people want more time?
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How bout a rendering contest? HLP members excluded (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
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*Opens up LW modeler and screws around with it*
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If you start one I'm entering the Galaxy (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
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I know I need a little more time than the first week in Jan. First we have Christmas then New years eve. Lots of drinking and eating not much time for computors then (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/wink.gif)
Pez
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Sounds like a good idea (both the modelling and the rendering compos).
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More time..... I have secret work to do (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
anyway, my 1st semester exams are in Jan.
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hmmmmmmm i like the idea but need abit mroe time than january - cause its got to be cool and i need to amster texturing first - i assume all teh models have to be original
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Heh, I can model now, I couldn't when the first one was done. Hmm which one would I pick...
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Alright, how about Renders for the end of January, and Models by the end of February? We'll do voting at two different times.
Renders can be of anything, as long as they're at least vaguely space-sim related, models, as before, must be original. Also, this time we aren't going to accept ones from pre-existing mods.
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Originally posted by Shrike:
Alright, how about Renders for the end of January, and Models by the end of February? We'll do voting at two different times.
Renders can be of anything, as long as they're at least vaguely space-sim related, models, as before, must be original. Also, this time we aren't going to accept ones from pre-existing mods.
what? I would have put my ezechiel and my ancient render! come on, it's discrimination!
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Count me in for both (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/smile.gif)
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I guess I'll just do modeling unless we can stretch the rendering part into Feb at least. I also have exams, deer hunting, and a secret thingy (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif).
I got 5 more weeks till Lightwave gets to my door!!! weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
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Sounds like a great idea!
Can I be one of the judges?
Like that i don't have to enter, (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/smile.gif)
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Gimme a week... the Titan is almost turreted. Right now it's my favorite, but it's a bit... rough.
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have to be fs2 compatible? Or can it be high polyed?
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How about this tyme the models be released when the contest is over? (unlike the first contest)
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Originally posted by Night Hammer:
How about this tyme the models be released when the contest is over? (unlike the first contest)
No.
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(http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/frown.gif) (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/frown.gif) Why not? (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/frown.gif) (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/frown.gif)
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Becasue some of us would like to keep our really cool models to ourselves.
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Yay, I can enter into the rendering contest.
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Originally posted by venom2506:
what? I would have put my ezechiel and my ancient render! come on, it's discrimination!
I meant models could not be from pre-existing mods. Renders can be whatever, but have to be new. So should the models.
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Originally posted by Shrike:
Anyone interested? (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
There's been a lot of growth in the modelling here, so how many of you guys want to try your hand at another one, hmm?
What say, oh.... one month, judging in the first week of january. Or would people want more time?
Would they have to be new, or ones that have been done already?
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Read the post above yours. (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/wink.gif)
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Hehehehehehe (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/smile.gif)
I'm only asking cause I did a model a while ago that I wanted to submit. Ah well, better luck next time (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
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Wow. Another model contest. Sounds like fun.
I don't mind in January. Besides, I may be going into the Army in Feburary. What better time to try again then just before going intot he Army? (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
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Originally posted by Shrike:
Alright, how about Renders for the end of January, and Models by the end of February? We'll do voting at two different times.
Renders can be of anything, as long as they're at least vaguely space-sim related, models, as before, must be original. Also, this time we aren't going to accept ones from pre-existing mods.
Ok, I'm cool with that. (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/smile.gif) Expecially after recent events... (see initial reply in Thunder's "We have a problem" thread for more info)
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Originally posted by untouchable:
Becasue some of us would like to keep our really cool models to ourselves.
Then how about this: The modeller can CHOOSE to allow the mesh to be released. That way, those that want to hog all their meshes can keep them to themselves while those of us that would like to share our creations with the community can.
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What kind of restrictions on the renders?
Minimum size? text? etc...
[This message has been edited by Thorn (edited 12-06-2001).]
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Umm... When you say render, is that restrictetd to still images or avi as well?
CougEr
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I think we should have a an all out 1 mission FREE MODDING FRED mission, where we can test our custom models, effects, sounds, and all else to see who has the best!
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Is a high poly manticore made from scratch considered a new or an old model? Is it possible to use fs2 models in the renders, and so on?
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Originally posted by CougEr:
Umm... When you say render, is that restrictetd to still images or avi as well?
CougEr
How about the Render category is divided into best still and best animated?
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No movies. I only expect we'd get a couple, so let's stick to still shots, that way more people can participate. Plus, movies take a lot longer to do.
Secondly, a high-poly Manticore model would indeed be considered an 'existing' model. I'm trying to get you guys to be creative here. Plus if I let people do high-poly version of FS ships, that kind of lets the door open for models of any other ship out there as well.....
Ahh, and these limitations are only for the modelling portion. Renders can be with whatever models you can get your paws on. So go wild. (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
[This message has been edited by Shrike (edited 12-06-2001).]
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umm I like that!
Also I think the model should be the same for all.
As a client description.
Obviously it will be a craft.
Let someone deceide the specifics: size class and armament, for all.
Like that it will have to be a new design. and one that can be compared and scored easier.
Ohh yes... something to stop the smart ones... it has to have a specific insignia. Same for all. Something like: MOD-COMP2 text has to be integrated in the design.
(http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/smile.gif)
Hang on... that was published before I posted this so I guess only low poli FS1 or 2 theme is valid. (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/frown.gif)
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[This message has been edited by CougEr (edited 12-06-2001).]
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Originally posted by Shrike:
No movies. I only expect we'd get a couple, so let's stick to still shots, that way more people can participate. Plus, movies take a lot longer to do.
Secondly, a high-poly Manticore model would indeed be considered an 'existing' model. I'm trying to get you guys to be creative here. Plus if I let people do high-poly version of FS ships, that kind of lets the door open for models of any other ship out there as well.....
Ahh, and these limitations are only for the modelling portion. Renders can be with whatever models you can get your paws on. So go wild. (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
[This message has been edited by Shrike (edited 12-06-2001).]
a high poly manticore is obviously for renders (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/wink.gif)
it has quite a different look tho, much more like the one on the concept pic (there's a pic of the unfinished model somewhere in the forum)
K, I'm working on a nice render for my campaign, that will be my render contest entry (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/smile.gif)
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Originally posted by CougEr:
umm I like that!
Also I think the model should be the same for all.
As a client description.
Obviously it will be a craft.
Let someone deceide the specifics: size class and armament, for all.
Like that it will have to be a new design. and one that can be compared and scored easier.
Ohh yes... something to stop the smart ones... it has to have a specific insignia. Same for all. Something like: MOD-COMP2 text has to be integrated in the design.
(http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/smile.gif)
Hang on... that was published before I posted this so I guess only low poli FS1 or 2 theme is valid. (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/frown.gif)
nah! you can do whatever you want, the tbl isn't important, it's how the model looks that matters (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/smile.gif)
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whatever I want? Okay then!
First of all a world without conflicts.
Then lets get rid of famin
Next, another Christmas, this time in May.
Am I on the right track?
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Originally posted by CougEr:
whatever I want? Okay then!
First of all a world without conflicts.
Then lets get rid of famin
Next, another Christmas, this time in May.
Am I on the right track?
(http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/wink.gif)
don't think so (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/tongue.gif)
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I knew it was too good to be true...
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Hehehe Cool Iam in!!!!! one question can the render have a model entry in it?
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it can have your model entry in it, but not someone elses.
[This message has been edited by Carl (edited 12-06-2001).]
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How about a mission contest as well? While this is not strictly a focus of HLP, missions and campaigns are the ultimate aim, for which mods are created. It would have to be entirely mod free, and could be judged on things like difficulty, storyline, background, playability and fun. The only problem would be the amount of time judging it would take.
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Does the poly count matter or not?
If it doesn't i'm in for both!
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[This message has been edited by MasterJ (edited 12-07-2001).]
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Ohh, I'm in, I might even try making a cap ship...uh-oh, I just realized that this means I am going to have to texture...
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Originally posted by MasterJ:
Does the poly count matter or not?
I doubt it, this is a model/render compo - not a Freespace mod compo... let her fly (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/wink.gif)
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Originally posted by Thunder:
I doubt it, this is a model/render compo - not a Freespace mod compo... let her fly (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/wink.gif)[/B]
Good. I am working on a mesh that's currently 23.5 kpolys. I hope i'll be able to make it good enough for submission. Lots of new stuff i haven't done before *thinks about texturing - shudders*
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Originally posted by Ryx:
Good. I am working on a mesh that's currently 23.5 kpolys. I hope i'll be able to make it good enough for submission. Lots of new stuff i haven't done before *thinks about texturing - shudders*
Remember that a good texture job takes the place of many not needed polys (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
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But polygons are better. After all, detail in the real world isn't cause by textures but by shapes. (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/wink.gif)
Besides, 23.5 kilopolys is peanuts. I can break that on my first run through a model before I get to the detail.....
[This message has been edited by Shrike (edited 12-07-2001).]
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Originally posted by Shrike:
But polygons are better. After all, detail in the real world isn't cause by textures but by shapes. (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/wink.gif)
Besides, 23.5 kilopolys is peanuts. I can break that on my first run through a model before I get to the detail.....
[This message has been edited by Shrike (edited 12-07-2001).]
I haven't started on any details yet. Still working on the basic shape of it.
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Before we go further into this discussion, can anybody tell me more about this contest like "Has it started yet"?
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Does that matter? theres nothing to stop you working on something now...
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Does the size of the render matter?
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no larger than 1024x768.
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So the breif is;
MODEL CONTEST
a model created from anytime now until the submission date, high or low poly.
RENDER CONTEST
any model(s) arranged in an aesthetically pleasing manner. Lighting, texturing and composition will form a big element in this.
Is this correct?
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If you finish a render what should you do with it?
Post it in a new topic?
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Originally posted by MasterJ:
If you finish a render what should you do with it?
Post it in a new topic?
Yes. For example:
Contest Render - Apollo Strike
Originally posted by wEvil:
Is this correct?
Close enough for handgrenades.
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I would just like to add that 50% of the prize money should be directed this way, should icefire ahppen to win the rendering contest (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif) aint that right ice (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/wink.gif)
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Yeah, what do we win anyway?
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Originally posted by Thorn:
Yeah, what do we win anyway?
Thunders Monkey Award (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
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I hope I'll have time to have a go at one or both of the categories... (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/wink.gif)
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Originally posted by Thorn:
How bout a rendering contest? HLP members excluded (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
Ahem. (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
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Why should we be excluded, so long as we don't vote for ourselved (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/devil.gif)
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Originally posted by Thunder:
Why should we be excluded, so long as we don't vote for ourselved (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/devil.gif)
no, then do like games Workshop during the gamesday (anyone knows what I'm talking about? (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif) )
They have a staff only category.
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Looks like i have 2 months to learn Max 3, then (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/wink.gif)
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The idea is wayy cool but tell me this:
Are people who are rather adept at using a pencil & paper to make a concept piece allowed to challenge modellers during this contest (might make things interesting)?
Because i've got a few on hand to display (after xmas though) that should see a few good ones pop up (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
I've also got one to challenge a renderer.
[This message has been edited by Turnsky (edited 12-11-2001).]
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Originally posted by Turnsky:
I've also got one to challenge a renderer.
*motions with hand*
Bring it.. (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif)
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Originally posted by venom2506:
no, then do like games Workshop during the gamesday (anyone knows what I'm talking about? (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/biggrin.gif) )
They have a staff only category.
Hmm... (http://dynamic.gamespy.com/~freespace/ubb/noncgi/smile.gif)
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Okay, thorn, since you asked so nicely,
Check this out http://users.bigpond.com/turnsky/ ("http://users.bigpond.com/turnsky/")
Bear in mind that it is under construction
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