Mini Competition 2 - Colors!
Created 10 years ago2014-07-21 23:31:52 UTC by
Rimrook
Created 10 years ago2014-07-21 23:31:52 UTC by
Rimrook
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-02 14:42:28 UTC
Post #320950
I don't know about anyone else, but I'm a bit of a procrastinator. I won't really start working on mine until the final week probably
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-02 15:18:32 UTC
Post #320952
I'm doing IL-2 modding right now, so yeah...
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-02 16:09:24 UTC
Post #320953
I've been studying colors a little, but instead of mapping i'm applying color to toy design... I may still get something together to enter though.
I feel like a nice abstract house will be a good idea, and fsr I keep imagining working door knobs. I just imagine them being sexy full bright.
I feel like a nice abstract house will be a good idea, and fsr I keep imagining working door knobs. I just imagine them being sexy full bright.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-02 17:05:55 UTC
Post #320955
I've had to start all over again. I didn't like my first idea, it was too stupid and kinda nonsense.
So yeah, I'm a bit like CapT too (procrastinator).
Also, ideas starts going in my head few days before the deadline. So I don't think you'll be able to see a WiP of my map anytime soon (also because my head is currently full of fuck tbh...).
So yeah, I'm a bit like CapT too (procrastinator).
Also, ideas starts going in my head few days before the deadline. So I don't think you'll be able to see a WiP of my map anytime soon (also because my head is currently full of fuck tbh...).
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-02 22:24:52 UTC
Post #320957
and THAT'S why I gave people a month to work before judging. :/
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-02 23:38:50 UTC
Post #320958
And people were so doubtful even though this sort of thing happens every time.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-03 01:56:02 UTC
Post #320959
Well it is a "mini" competition.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-03 02:32:11 UTC
Post #320961
Mini in the sense that not all aspects of mapping is judged and you can 1 month instead of 2. You also only have to worry about how your map looks, hell you don't even light it :>
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-03 10:35:23 UTC
Post #320962
hell you don't even light it :>I see what you did there.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-03 13:52:51 UTC
Post #320968
And people were so doubtful even though this sort of thing happens every timeThis minicompo is not dead by a long shot, if that's what you mean
There are far more impressive WIP posted for this one already than the previous minicompo, so if anything I would guess we'll have a better turnout this time, and don't forget dem prizes doe! (including yours if you enter, I'm guessing 7-8 entries minimum)
The only thing I would say for the future is to keep the time period short, a fortnight or a little more MAX, to help keep everyone focused
Atom
If you want, maybe we can ask the GoldSource Engine Ambassador at GameBanana to advertise this, since there is plenty of time left?(unless you want to keep it strictly a TWHL thingie)
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-03 14:04:52 UTC
Post #320969
It'd be fun to see what people all over the net would do for goldsource, or source now that we have the materials made for that.
Also I updated the materials so the renaming thing isn't necessary. Kind of a derpy thing to have to do that. OP needs updating too when someone can.
New Link
Also I updated the materials so the renaming thing isn't necessary. Kind of a derpy thing to have to do that. OP needs updating too when someone can.
New Link
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-03 16:07:54 UTC
Post #320970
I really like the parameters involved here, really interesting.
When I think of color I think of mood to go with it i.e. music, sound, ambience, shadow etc. Without custom sound and shadow these stipulations cause me to think uniquely in a way I don't think I have done before.
If it weren't due to stress from work, I think i'd have something in mind.
When I think of color I think of mood to go with it i.e. music, sound, ambience, shadow etc. Without custom sound and shadow these stipulations cause me to think uniquely in a way I don't think I have done before.
If it weren't due to stress from work, I think i'd have something in mind.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-03 16:14:03 UTC
Post #320971
It's already been updated Rimmah
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-03 16:48:22 UTC
Post #320972
Back from holidays and no time now, i think i cant finish in time work is eating me now. Anyway good luck everyone, maybe i can finish it in time... we will see !
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-03 19:35:52 UTC
Post #320974
If you want, maybe we can ask the GoldSource Engine Ambassador at GameBanana to advertise this, since there is plenty of time left?(unless you want to keep it strictly a TWHL thingie)I've heard a call.
May I help you, Sir?
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-03 20:07:04 UTC
Post #320975
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Hi, this is CapT, just wondering info if you think it would be a good idea to pimp a thread about the minicompo on GB? Rim seemed cool with it, but I would double-check with he and Atom before plugging it
Hi, this is CapT, just wondering info if you think it would be a good idea to pimp a thread about the minicompo on GB? Rim seemed cool with it, but I would double-check with he and Atom before plugging it
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-03 20:20:11 UTC
Post #320977
I'm OK with it.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-03 21:32:15 UTC
Post #320978
I'm OK with it.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-03 23:47:25 UTC
Post #320980
Since they're both ok with it, then let's do that.
If you could please prepare a description with proper english I'll be grateful, then I'll make the thread with all the info needed (since my english is not perfect, I like things clean, ya know...).
If you could please prepare a description with proper english I'll be grateful, then I'll make the thread with all the info needed (since my english is not perfect, I like things clean, ya know...).
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-04 00:40:57 UTC
Post #320981
Does anything need to change from the original brief here or is there a format to follow?
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-04 09:56:20 UTC
Post #320985
I think it's freeform Rim, he just has to redo the links and headings, because GB doesn't accept our bbcode.
Some progress last night
The weird rainbow sky is done by using giant rotating cylinders, 4 length-wise and 2 crossways on each end, with the rotation such that the left/right/up/down all rotate into each other.
This creates a quite interesting Warp-Speed effect, and acts as a nice backdrop for the spaceship, tho I will probably limit the palette to blues and purples. Hopefully, the ship will turn out good enough to offset the gimmicky background
Some progress last night
The weird rainbow sky is done by using giant rotating cylinders, 4 length-wise and 2 crossways on each end, with the rotation such that the left/right/up/down all rotate into each other.
This creates a quite interesting Warp-Speed effect, and acts as a nice backdrop for the spaceship, tho I will probably limit the palette to blues and purples. Hopefully, the ship will turn out good enough to offset the gimmicky background
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-04 15:21:19 UTC
Post #320989
Would this be considered a mini competition or a regular one over at GB?
Also, a lot of the stuff is verbatim, except some of the bullet point stuff and text colors. That's GB specific.
EDIT: TWHL'ers have had a head start. Maybe we should wait and have GB hold a seperate compo only to be fair. Also, our prizes aren't much and maybe when they host their own, they can have their own prize pool for their community. I wouldn't mind sharing the compo idea, put it out there.
Also, a lot of the stuff is verbatim, except some of the bullet point stuff and text colors. That's GB specific.
EDIT: TWHL'ers have had a head start. Maybe we should wait and have GB hold a seperate compo only to be fair. Also, our prizes aren't much and maybe when they host their own, they can have their own prize pool for their community. I wouldn't mind sharing the compo idea, put it out there.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-04 23:42:21 UTC
Post #320992
Does anything need to change from the original brief here or is there a format to follow?As for an official GameBanana competition: Yes.
As for a random one made with a thread in the GoldSource section: No.
Basically, once an official competition/contest is set up, authorized admins and moderators only can write the contest rules, prices, and all the text with the information (like your first post, Rim).
It has to be professional, it has to be worthy enough (prizes) compared to the competition difficulty, it has to be a specific deadline, etc...
And, of course, this will take time for me to convince them to make a competition for a GoldSource game. They rather make competitions for today's games or anyway more recent ones.
Just tell me if you prefer an official compo, or a simple one set by me in the GoldSource section. You choice.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-05 01:19:55 UTC
Post #320994
2 things:
1: I would love to see this reach an amazing number of games and engines.
2: Our prizes are not worth that much TBH. My Art prize has an ambiguous value and I don't know the worth of a Minecraft code.
For now, set it up as a non-official compo for Source/Goldsource.
1: I would love to see this reach an amazing number of games and engines.
2: Our prizes are not worth that much TBH. My Art prize has an ambiguous value and I don't know the worth of a Minecraft code.
For now, set it up as a non-official compo for Source/Goldsource.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-05 01:46:01 UTC
Post #320995
A Minecraft code is good enough I think. I'll ask the GB bosses. If it's good enough then if you want we could easily set up an official one.
And, I almost forgot, a compo must have at least 3 winners and 3 different prices (which the first one receives the best one, obviously). So if you have 2 other things that are less important than a Minecraft code, then it could be set up easily I think.
Also, setting up a compo that is for both Source and GoldSource engines requires a thread to be opened in a generic section (e.g.: Steam section). I can't just open a thread in the GoldSource section while Source is involved too, unfortunately. :/
And, I almost forgot, a compo must have at least 3 winners and 3 different prices (which the first one receives the best one, obviously). So if you have 2 other things that are less important than a Minecraft code, then it could be set up easily I think.
Also, setting up a compo that is for both Source and GoldSource engines requires a thread to be opened in a generic section (e.g.: Steam section). I can't just open a thread in the GoldSource section while Source is involved too, unfortunately. :/
TWHL'ers have had a head start. Maybe we should wait and have GB hold a seperate compo only to be fair.I completely agree. People would get mad if just one of them knows that some of us have already started this on another site. I recommend to wait until the next compo commence.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-05 15:40:49 UTC
Post #321004
I was thinking more of a unofficial plug to the minicompo, so peeps at GB could decide to join if they wanted, but that's neat to know they would possibly allow us to host/sponsor an official compo there someday? 
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-05 16:10:08 UTC
Post #321007
I was thinking more of a unofficial plug to the minicompo, so peeps at GB could decide to join if they wanted, but that's neat to know they would possibly allow us to host/sponsor an official compo there someday? surprised -I have to look into it. I have to speak with SkyppySDK, which he's the contest moderator.
Then I'll inform you.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-05 19:58:52 UTC
Post #321021
I agree, this one should stay on TWHL, and next transition to GB then again who am I to say when I probably won't finish an entrance for this one. Just been too busy and already spent a lot of time mapping recently on the last mini competition.
It's a shame because I really like this one.
It's a shame because I really like this one.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-06 02:35:42 UTC
Post #321027
Oh come on Zeeba! Hold on and release something cool as always! 
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-06 09:07:56 UTC
Post #321031
@CapT: I like the blue version (maybe use white/grey/black at the middle instead of purple if you go with that version?)
Done some small additions to my level, nothing worth posting an update for. Other than that, i've been slacking on my entry as well, been fiddling my time in EQ's level editor - landmark, since i got a beta invite couple of weeks ago.
I'm free 'till late september tho, so plenty of time to work on my stuff next week when i get back home.
Done some small additions to my level, nothing worth posting an update for. Other than that, i've been slacking on my entry as well, been fiddling my time in EQ's level editor - landmark, since i got a beta invite couple of weeks ago.
I'm free 'till late september tho, so plenty of time to work on my stuff next week when i get back home.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-06 17:19:11 UTC
Post #321035
I agree Kachito
The reds/oranges/yellows/magentas look way too Looney Tunes for the theme. So many ideas for color variation, so little time. Btw rebuilding the ship, but I think I need to start over again and make it less round
The reds/oranges/yellows/magentas look way too Looney Tunes for the theme. So many ideas for color variation, so little time. Btw rebuilding the ship, but I think I need to start over again and make it less round
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-06 18:37:07 UTC
Post #321039
That's trippy!
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-07 19:56:15 UTC
Post #321059
Question
Is anyone dropping out because of the gulf of capabilities/resources between GS/Source engines? If yes, maybe we should consider switching this back to HL1 only?
I would be willing to switch my entry back to gs if that's the case, and we could add an extra week if anyone needed more time..
It just seems like a lot of people lost interest after we included Source?
Is anyone dropping out because of the gulf of capabilities/resources between GS/Source engines? If yes, maybe we should consider switching this back to HL1 only?
I would be willing to switch my entry back to gs if that's the case, and we could add an extra week if anyone needed more time..
It just seems like a lot of people lost interest after we included Source?
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-07 21:10:00 UTC
Post #321060
I think people were losing interest before that. We included source to open up more potential and let more people join if they wanted to.
Also, the gap between the two engines, given the parameters of the compo, isn't very apparent unless you're using engine specific things.
Also, the gap between the two engines, given the parameters of the compo, isn't very apparent unless you're using engine specific things.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-08 02:30:39 UTC
Post #321061
Ok then. I would disagree with your second point though, as my current minicompo map isn't even possible in GS, and I'm not using any Source-specific entities or 3D Skybox so far.
In GS, you make anything too big or too complicated it just gives up, spitting out the AllocBlock:full error when you try loading BSP
In GS, you make anything too big or too complicated it just gives up, spitting out the AllocBlock:full error when you try loading BSP
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-08 21:44:51 UTC
Post #321073
[i]SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT[/i]
I said a while ago that around August 6th, I'd make a special announcement. It's the 8th and I have a bit of time over the weekend to do this so here goes.
Any of you who have seen Face Off or Jim Henson's Creature Shop knows how this works. Lyssa and I will give a little half-way help where you privately send me what you have so far and I will make some comments/suggestions about your work so you can improve it before finally entering. This will not be biased in any way and it's a great way to make sure your idea is fully realized or at least feeling like a completed idea.
Email your WIP's to windmasterben@gmail.com and say a few things about it so I know from you what's going on. You get one email in return from me with my response and feedback. This help, of course, is optional but it is recommended.
Hope to be talking to you guys soon!
I said a while ago that around August 6th, I'd make a special announcement. It's the 8th and I have a bit of time over the weekend to do this so here goes.
Any of you who have seen Face Off or Jim Henson's Creature Shop knows how this works. Lyssa and I will give a little half-way help where you privately send me what you have so far and I will make some comments/suggestions about your work so you can improve it before finally entering. This will not be biased in any way and it's a great way to make sure your idea is fully realized or at least feeling like a completed idea.
Email your WIP's to windmasterben@gmail.com and say a few things about it so I know from you what's going on. You get one email in return from me with my response and feedback. This help, of course, is optional but it is recommended.
Hope to be talking to you guys soon!
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-11 01:32:22 UTC
Post #321096
I've recieved [b]ONE[/b] email so far. You guys must be doing pretty good yeah?
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-11 05:58:38 UTC
Post #321097
Uni happened. I've nowght to show.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-11 07:20:47 UTC
Post #321098
Lajron and I agree that you gave us too much time for this one Rimmeh-Atom! I heartily recommend no more than a fortnight or a bit more for the next one
Mine will easily be done with time to spare, and I've only worked on it a few half days max... 11 days left people, that's still PLENTY of time to build/refine your entry!
Mine will easily be done with time to spare, and I've only worked on it a few half days max... 11 days left people, that's still PLENTY of time to build/refine your entry!
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-11 10:53:01 UTC
Post #321099
I'm kinda with Jessie here. I started out good, but then it fell by the wayside...
Might be able to finish it in time, though.
Might be able to finish it in time, though.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-11 13:29:23 UTC
Post #321100
Don't blame Atom and I for giving you too much time. I know things get in the way and this is exactly why I gave a lot of time. Learn to manage your tasks and time better if you keep having problems, it's a good skill to have.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-11 14:49:07 UTC
Post #321101
It's not about blaming anyone, it's about keeping people's attention.
If there's only a couple weeks, anyone intersted in the minicompo will get started right away. If you KNOW you have an entire month, more than likely it will get put off, and/or forgotten, or replaced by another task.. [/2 cents]
If there's only a couple weeks, anyone intersted in the minicompo will get started right away. If you KNOW you have an entire month, more than likely it will get put off, and/or forgotten, or replaced by another task.. [/2 cents]
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-11 14:51:45 UTC
Post #321102
Ok, so maybe I should bump the due date to this friday the 15th?
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-11 14:55:11 UTC
Post #321103
I vote yes ;P
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-11 15:05:18 UTC
Post #321104
Atom also needs to agree as well as more votes.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-11 16:09:30 UTC
Post #321105
I was considering doing an entry at last minute I wouldn't bump, been working overtime so just been busy.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-11 23:38:49 UTC
Post #321109
There's gotta be more than CT, Atom, and I wanting to bump the date.
@CT: I only just given you your half-way feedback. If just the exact same entry I just looked at, that would be disappointing.
Keeping the current date. Get your submitted to the vault before or on AUGUST 22nd.
SO THAT'S TWO WEEKS! YOU SHOULD FEEL SOME PRESSURE NOW! ARE MY CAPS WORKING?
@CT: I only just given you your half-way feedback. If just the exact same entry I just looked at, that would be disappointing.
Keeping the current date. Get your submitted to the vault before or on AUGUST 22nd.
SO THAT'S TWO WEEKS! YOU SHOULD FEEL SOME PRESSURE NOW! ARE MY CAPS WORKING?
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-12 00:18:46 UTC
Post #321110
YES! BUT I STILL DON'T FUCKING KNOW HOW TO PROGRESS ON MY CURRENTLY SHITTY MAP!
HAPPY NOW?!
Lol.
HAPPY NOW?!
Lol.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-12 01:07:22 UTC
Post #321111
Alberto, send what you have to windmasterben@gmail.com and I'll do private feedback with you before the deadline. Everyone has this option and, now more than ever I suggest you seize the opportunity.
Posted 10 years ago2014-08-12 01:22:51 UTC
Post #321112
Does Skype support multiple "more than two" person chat? It'd be cool to have a big brainstorm sesh.
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