Low Poly Comp #5 " Boss Man"

[BiG ToE-3DT]

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Low Poly Mini Contest #5
Subject – End Game Boss
ALL WIPS AND CONCEPTS ARE TO BE KEPT ON THIS THREAD.

Guide Lines:
You are to create an end game boss. The type of game and genre is up to you. The character can be a mob boss, a drug dealer, a dirty cop or a nasty bunny rabbit. Whatever you decide to do, however, try thinking conceptually about this one before leaping into the creation process. You want your character to stand out from everyone else. First things first; find your inspiration.

The specs will remain similar to the last competition (6000 total tris) as we have proven that this can be plenty. NO ARGUMENTS. Oh, and notice there are 3 categories for judging.

Above all,
Have Fun!

Now onto the Prizes and Specs...

Prizes!!!
The winner of the contest will receive The Threedy Excellence Award + Any 1 of the Total Textures CDs of their choice!

Hooray for Prizes!


Judging: 3 categories of judging will apply. 10 points possible for each:

Concept -How innovative your concept is.
Model – How well the geometry is structured.
Texture – How well the texture space has been used, and how well the texture is painted/applied.

DUE DATE: May 26th:
One month from today!

Concept:
It is advised to work conceptually on paper before putting this project into motion, but I will not insist upon it in order to submit your work. When you do post your concepts though, try to spend a bit of time on them beforehand, rather than just posting whatever doodle comes to mind. I'm going to try and advertise this comp and attract some more folks to join in, so a tidy thread will be helpful when they drop in. More participants’ means better prizes in the future, I hope. Another thing, since everyone can’t draw, I will ok the allowance of outside concepts. But you must give credit where credit is due. So if you come across a picture of a character that you just have to model, do so. But don’t try to take credit for the image.

Poly limit:
6000 Tris Total. You can have as many weapons as you want, as long as you don't exceed the 6000 Tri Limit.

Textures:
1-1024 x 1024 texture, you can chop that up into whatever you want (4 512’s, 8 256, whatever) Normals, bumps, spec and all the others will not count towards your texture space. So go crazy.
Textures can be hand-painted or you can use photographic sources. Do what you do.

Rigging:
All characters must be rigged/posed.

Final Pictures:
You must provide a screen grab of your wire frame with your poly count, with the actual model and all its parts selected. Please don’t Photoshop your Poly counter with a bogus count. Make sure you post all work in progress, including final poly counts and wire frames in the work in progress thread.

Also, provide at least 2 rendered pictures of your model. Even better, try to composite a nice art piece similar to the ones in the Winners' Gallery. Be careful how you do this though, simple is often better.


Good luck everyone!

BiG ToE.

[DeadlyFreeze]

I'm in for this one, it should be pretty intresting.

Toe is it 5000 tri's or 6000? You have both listed...

The specs will remain similar to the last competition (5000 total tris) as we have proven that this can be plenty.

Poly limit:
6000 Tris Total

[Zcubed]

I'm going sit this one out (again), but good luck to all of the contestants! The good thing about having such a broad topic is that you can really let your imagination run wild. I hope to see lots of creative concepts! :dance:

It seems odd to grade entrants on the innovation of their concept while allowing them to swipe it from another source. I'd imagine that contestants who borrow ideas from other artists will receive lower concept scores than their fellows who actually do the work for themselves. :dunno:

[Super_apple]

ok ,i'll join!
Good luck to everyone!

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Toe is it 5000 tri's or 6000? You have both listed...




6000, I want everyone to go all out.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

It seems odd to grade entrants on the innovation of their concept while allowing them to swipe it from another source. I'd imagine that contestants who borrow ideas from other artists will receive lower concept scores than their fellows who actually do the work for themselves. :dunno:


Yeah if you use a concept that isn't yours, the voting should show that.

[shadowbreeze]

yep consider me in this one, this should be good. i really hope the people who vote join in (well at least half anyway,would still be good)

[Visioneer]

As a military man, I'm not known for having oodles upon stroodles of time, but I will try to google my noodle to participate in this hoodle. I already have an idea... -oodle.

Visioneer

[TheWinterLord]

Yay its on!! good luck everyone!


and um is this the right texture size? 11024 x 1024, it quite a bit of space it must be a typing error... or?

[dark_maggot]

Nice 6000 polys and normals, and other do not count, this one is going to be good.

Also I almost have my colored concept ready to show.

[vegnadragon]

I am in for this one, hope i can keep up with some of the talents that is going to be in this competition.

[nerdyb]

Yay its on!! good luck everyone!


and um is this the right texture size? 11024 x 1024, it quite a bit of space it must be a typing error... or?


its "1" 1024 X 1024

[DerekSc]

I'm in as well. Just to clarify, the total 1024x1024 texture space can just be used for the colour maps? Spec, bump, etc... are excluded from that space?
On the same topic, are there any texture elements that are restricted, considering the video game subject matter? I know a lot of game engines don't do reflections, common ones are colour, bump/normal, and spec.

[TheWinterLord]

Quote:
Originally Posted by TheWinterLord
Yay its on!! good luck everyone!


and um is this the right texture size? 11024 x 1024, it quite a bit of space it must be a typing error... or?




its "1" 1024 X 1024

thanx nerdyb lol that was sneaky I copied the texture size so someone edited the first post after lol very sneaky. :)

[zortech]

Very nice poly/texture limits. Great choice, I think I'll join this one. :)

[LostCucumber]

nice, I love this theme. I'll join for sure. Had loads of fun last time, and learned so much. Anyway, to get this right. 1024x1024 total for the diffuse, but unlimited amount of pixels for bump, spec, normal, etc etc? Makes me drool just to think of it.

-Cucumber

[Agent-X]

Personally, I think your polycount and texture limit can be higher. Take a look at what the Unreal 3 engine is using. I pulled up what the unreal 3 engine is using and this is what they use. I have seen higher polycounts and texture limits for game bosses.
http://www.unrealtechnology.com/html/technology/ue30.shtml

Characters

For every major character and static mesh asset, we build two versions of the geometry: a renderable mesh with unique UV coordinates, and a detail mesh containing only geometry. We run the two meshes through the Unreal Engine 3 preprocessing tool and generate a high-res normal map for the renderable mesh, based on analyzing all of the geometry in the detail mesh.

Renderable Mesh: We build renderable meshes with 3,000-12,000 triangles, based on the expectation of 5-20 visible characters in a game scene.
Detail Mesh: We build 1-8 million triangle detail meshes for typical characters. This is quite sufficient for generating 1-2 normal maps of resolution 2048x2048 per character.
Bones: The highest LOD version of our characters typically have 100-200 bones, and include articulated faces, hands, and fingers.
Normal Maps & Texture maps

We are authoring most character and world normal maps and texture maps at 2048x2048 resolution. We feel this is a good target for games running on mid-range PC's in the 2006 timeframe. Next-generation consoles may require reducing texture resolution by 2X, and low-end PC's up to 4X, depending on texture count and scene complexity.

[Agent-X]

Please let me know what ya think. I mean, Ill do the contest regardless, but I tell you this, I will make a higher res version in ZBrush and crank up the textures for my highres model, and then drop the texture resolution to meet the criteria of this contest whatever the limits may be. Cheers. :)

[kaej]

Renderable Mesh: We build renderable meshes with 3,000-12,000 triangles, based on the expectation of 5-20 visible characters in a game scene.

What if the boss if for a game that's not an FPS? What if it's in an MMO and there are 100 characters on screen trying to kill it? I think the limitations are acceptable

[Agent-X]

I have been thinking of ideas for this one. I think I am going to go with a fantasy looking dragon creature. We shall see what I come up with. I am still going through concepts and stuff.

[Dave_UK]

Looks like a fun compo but I think I'll have to skip this one, looking forward to some concepts :)

[Agent-X]

True Kaej. That would be exceptable in that case. But um, me myself, personally would like to see a lil higher. like 10,000 triangles and 1 2048x2048 texture space. I want to build something that is going to get me a job and look good on a demo reel. I think we should crank this one up. There are many genres out there that use higher polycounts. Next Gen Fighting games for example use higher polycounts. I have seen Thirdperson shooter and action adventure games with higher polycounts. I am not complaining, I am just stating facts.

[Yvansteiner]

I join too, i hope to do a good end game boss for a first low poly challenge

[zortech]

@Agent-X, nobody distracts you from creating a character with such limitations. But the contests limits are set as BigToe already said. :)

I think the limits are nice and realistic for common and next gen games. Like UT2007 won't have characters at 15.000 tris. FarCry has characters with 1500 tris and they look great. (correct me if am wrong) Well thats it, won't leave the topic.

Edit: Hope many of the 39 watching users will join this one. :)

[Inpw]

I want to build something that is going to get me a job and look good on a demo reel.
So what a problem? You may add the rest 4K tris to your model (actually, you will do that during normal map create) and use result in your portfolio. And the less problem to do the same thing with texture. ;)

[ALmanax]

I am in! This one is going to be a ton of fun and experience... i hope to show some nice concept this time :)

[BiG ToE-3DT]

I'm in as well. Just to clarify, the total 1024x1024 texture space can just be used for the colour maps? Spec, bump, etc... are excluded from that space?
On the same topic, are there any texture elements that are restricted, considering the video game subject matter? I know a lot of game engines don't do reflections, common ones are colour, bump/normal, and spec.


The 1024 map is the color map. You can make as many other maps as you want. I wont count them towards the color map size.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Please let me know what ya think. I mean, Ill do the contest regardless, but I tell you this, I will make a higher res version in ZBrush and crank up the textures for my highres model, and then drop the texture resolution to meet the criteria of this contest whatever the limits may be. Cheers. :)


For this one we are doing 6000 tris, I'm kinda averaging what I've seen from other companies. Keep in mind, you can make normal maps, so do whatever you want in z brush. You do know if you make a normal map at 2048, then resize it to 1024, you will loose some detail.

[antzzor]

I'm thinking of entering this one too, Seems like fun havent done any lowpoly modeling before though so it will be a learning experience:)

[PKT]

I will try to join in on this one, sounds like fun, and sounds like alot of people want to join this time.
Good luck people!

[TheWinterLord]

I got a concept im super happy with, now lets see if my drawing skills can do it! lol its gonna take me forever to draw it out on paper. :)

[FrZnChAoS]

Going to have to get in on this one. Heres my concept. Good luck to everyone else who joins in.

[TheoTheAnimator]

should be fun, I hope I can make the time to do it, what with graduation and all. good luck everyone.

[TheWinterLord]

This is my third time trying to color anything in photoshop.
Anyways this is what im going for, hopefully i can get it all under the poly limit, dont worry if that is the case I will switch over to plan B. :)

And um im writing a description of my end game boss but its not ready yet and it wont be finished today. Exams are around the corner, and then 12 years of school is over hurray! :halo:

(ps. any photoshop tutorials for this kind of stuff anywhere?) thanks!

[dark_maggot]

Here is my concept for my end game boss. "The Shaman", still dont have a story for him but I'll have it up as soon as possible. I think I'll start the modeling today after the model sheet is done. What do you think?

[Raul]

I had a great time on the last challenge. And i learned a lot of stuff too. So i think im gonna enter this one as well.

This is a monster im creating for a mod.

http://www.corruptedimagery.com/corruptedImageryGalleries/cpg145/albums/artist_work/raul_aparicio/2d/makabro/argus.jpg

[jdgill]

I'll be joining in on this one laddy's ;).

[Metalman]

Is there a limit on what kind of game/boss it is? I'm getting a human vibe from this, but my idea was more like a screen-high boss monster from an NES sidescroller. Or should I limit it to a more humanoid fighter boss?

[Dia86]

Good to see some great concepts all ready!. Im definitely joinin in this one

[FrZnChAoS]

Metalman: nah you can make pretty much whatever you want. Would be crazy to see something like the screen filling bosses in super metroid (snes).

[Deto]

Hmmm, Would be great if we could all get our own WIP threads where we could post our stuff and people could comment on etc. It would be great and also less 'confusing' to browse :)

[Dia86]

Hmmm, Would be great if we could all get our own WIP threads where we could post our stuff and people could comment on etc. It would be great and also less 'confusing' to browse :)

We tried that on the first low-poly challege we had and since it didnt turn out as effective as people though it would be everything is kept on one giant thread. :smug:

[Metalman]

Here's a concept I started a while ago. I'm going to draw more of it at work and post the finished concept soon. I'm looking forward to modeling tons of little details in zbrush, and pumping out a scary boss monster!

[redonix76]

Hello,

Just joined the forum today. I'm definitely interested in this challenge. I will have concepts up hopefully soon. Thanks!!! Good luck to you all!!!

Paul

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Is there a limit on what kind of game/boss it is? I'm getting a human vibe from this, but my idea was more like a screen-high boss monster from an NES sidescroller. Or should I limit it to a more humanoid fighter boss?


No limit, this comp has an anything goes feel to it.

[Agent-X]

Cool,ok. Thanks BigToe. Ill get started on my concept development now. This will be interesting to see what people come up with. Concepts are looking good so far, so keep em coming and good luck to everyone.

[Alonzo]

how much quads are 6000tris??

anyway... i'm also in ;)

[FrZnChAoS]

3000

[TheWinterLord]

Ahh i always love peoples art... I was just wondering whos boss will kick the other bosses behinds the most :P

[BiG ToE-3DT]

hahaha

[xissburg]

Hi all...I'm new here and wow...its the first time I'm entering this forum and I have already seen something very interesting: this contest ;) !...

Well, I'm going in man...I hope to learn a lot with this contest...
cya

[Zcubed]

Hey Toe, are we allowed to team up for this one? I know that CG Chat allows two partners to work together on a single entry. I'd love to take part in this contest, but I just don't have the time to do everything. I might be able to join in if I had another person to share the load.

And just to clarify, the additional maps (bump, spec, etc.) can be no larger than your diffuse, correct? You can't render out a 2048 normal map or anything.

[hiphop20]

this will be my first comp appearance or any of my work on the site; I hope it's fun. I idley watched by the 4th low-poly competition, now i'ma join in. can't wait to show you guys my sketch.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Hey Toe, are we allowed to team up for this one?

And just to clarify, the additional maps (bump, spec, etc.) can be no larger than your diffuse, correct? You can't render out a 2048 normal map or anything.

I dont see why you can't team up. I guess it's ok. Although if your team wins, you still only get the one prize.

Yes, your other maps have to be the same size as the color. "1024" for everybody.

[jec1183]

I believe I may join this one out of all the challenges going on right now. I have a concept laying around that fits this perfectly. I will post it tomorrow along with my start on the modeling.

[redonix76]

Hello,

Here's a concept of mine to start. Just thought of it today and will do for now as a base. I intend to addd more to him...Armor, weapons, color scheme, etc...He looks more like a minion than a final boss...But I will update you guys again soon. I'm thinking I'll need a couple of updates and revisions to make this charactor work.

Thanks!

[danielcjtodd]

wont teaming up be unfair on the people who do the project alone? especially if its 3 or 4 people. there should be a seperate judging for teams

[D-train]

well i hope Im doing this right but im in the low poly contest. Im new to this website and this 3d world so im going to do the best I can. I wish everybody good luck. :o

[Laughing_Bun]

this is cool i think imma stick my grubby hands into this one

[jec1183]

Figured I might as well post this before I go to sleep.

http://www.3dmodelmaniac.com/RandomWork_Folder/Jec1183Boss.jpg

good night, morning, or afternoon depending where you are in the world.

[Jesse Moody]

Well well well.... Another contest. I think I'm gonna be in this one. Sounds like a lot of fun.

[Mido]

I havent really tried low polys before, but ill come up with some concepts and give it a shot.

[katzeimsack]

Very nice poly/texture limits. Great choice, I think I'll join this one. :) :wave:

I'm in, started my concept..

http://www.sro.at/bildupload/images/concept.jpg

[zortech]

Yea, great to see you've joined this one. I really like your concept, looks funny.
Good luck with the many mechanical parts. :)

My concept is still in progress, hope I can share something soon.

[Agent-X]

cool, nice concept katzeimsack. Reminds me of something that would exist in the Doom3 or Quake4 universe. Should be interesting to see how it comes out. As far as my concept is coming along its still work in progress. I would say in a couple days Ill be ready to show it. Good luck everyone.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

wont teaming up be unfair on the people who do the project alone? especially if its 3 or 4 people. there should be a seperate judging for teams


When people team up, it's just two people, one does the modeling, rigging and the other does the textures.

So it's fair.

[GraphicDragon]

In the final render, is it alright to include a very simple human "player" character to show off the scale of the Boss? My Boss will be very large compared to a human so I'm thinking the best way to show scale is with a reference.

The player model will not distract from the Boss model and will blend in with the environment. If it is stated in the final render post that "small human is for scale reference only", is this acceptable? Will I need to include the player's poly count to the total?

[TheWinterLord]

Im pretty sure that you dont need to count the player model. This contest iss all about the boss anyways. :)

[BiG ToE-3DT]

In the final render, is it alright to include a very simple human "player" character to show off the scale of the Boss? My Boss will be very large compared to a human so I'm thinking the best way to show scale is with a reference.

The player model will not distract from the Boss model and will blend in with the environment. If it is stated in the final render post that "small human is for scale reference only", is this acceptable? Will I need to include the player's poly count to the total?


As long as the human scale model is apart of the environment, its fine.

[jukumari]

jeloou everyone, joining this one too! :haha:

[Cromo]

im in, i need some practice.

[Revliss]

if only i know what i can model hmmm :cry:

[High-Life]

Is there a limit on what kind of game/boss it is? I'm getting a human vibe from this, but my idea was more like a screen-high boss monster from an NES sidescroller. Or should I limit it to a more humanoid fighter boss?
No limit, this comp has an anything goes feel to it.

Well, I would ask to you the same... But already asked and aswered... :dance:
But I have another Question to ask to you. :dunno: Can I re do a Old Boss from a old platform Game? Such as Last Boss from "Star Ocean" of SNES or Robotnik (Eggman) from Sonic of Mega Drive? Or other one Boss from other one Old Platform?
Or need be a NEW and Creative Boss Game?

[DerekSc]

High-Life: Well, part of the judging is for concept (see the first post), so you may get low points in that catagory if you do something already established. If you came up with a brand new original boss that would fit in the Sonic universe, that would get you a few more points, imho.

[Revliss]

hmm the only concept i can come out righr now hmm

http://img275.imageshack.us/img275/8281/dna2uc.jpg
and
this how i go na texture her skin
http://img146.imageshack.us/img146/8804/skin7jd.jpg

[ghutty]

Looks fun. I'm in. :)

http://members.cox.net/ghutty/alienboss.jpg

[minestorm]

I'm in, first time in a comp. for 3DTotal.
So here is my concept, not 100% my idea, based off Joe Mad's recent work, but this is my art. I've been wanting to develop this for my portfolio.
Here's to a great comp! cheers..

minestorm.com/3d/drag_scan01.jpg

[JussaSciFiGuy]

hmm the only concept i can come out righr now hmm

http://img275.imageshack.us/img275/8281/dna2uc.jpg

That's kinda cute... waitaminute... those are Fish Hooks on the ends of those things, aren't they?... (insert frightened, wide-eyed face here)

Subtle and veeeery creepy!

(I may well try to enter this episode, but not until/IF I can come up with a decent concept that says "End Game Boss" ...plus I can't even begin working on it until Friday. But its neat seeing all these other concepts.)

[Revliss]

yap thous are Fish Hooks the model will not look as anime as that i get a new concept art of here soon :D her face will look like a doll and no life at all :D and she a 12/13 year old with lot of fish hooks and knife, creepy is she :D
here how her skin will look like :D
http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/6248/skin0um.jpg

[Malcolm]

This will be fantastic fun, although unfortunately I have A-levels coming up in about a month's time, but I'll still see if I can come up with anything in that time while revising.

Revliss: that's a really cool sketch there, but damn, I was thinking along the lines of a young creepy child who is more dangerous than she looks at first glance. I didn't have fish hooks though. Maybe I'll take a different approach.

Everyone else: Fantastic concepts coming up all round. It'll be great to see what these end up looking like in 3D.

I guess I should get a move on with my concept, as I should leave more time for texturing than I did last time, especially with exams coming up this time...

[Nik]

Hi! I'm in! I didn't make it last time, but now my final bachelor's project is finished, so I will show you...! :D :D :D Nice topic this time! :crazy:

[Rodney_O]

This should be great, definately count me in on this.

:)

[Agent-X]

Here is my concept. Time to start modeling.

[Agent-X]

Here is my original drawing

[Agent-X]

I hope you guys like this.

[Revliss]

here is my new concept art i think i am set to go that model will not be so anime
yap that knife come out of her skin
http://img137.imageshack.us/img137/4310/d9ck.jpg

[FrZnChAoS]

Agent-X: great concept.

Revliss: so innocent yet so evil lol.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

But I have another Question to ask to you. :dunno: Can I re do a Old Boss from a old platform Game? Such as Last Boss from "Star Ocean" of SNES or Robotnik (Eggman) from Sonic of Mega Drive? Or other one Boss from other one Old Platform?
Or need be a NEW and Creative Boss Game?

Like DerekSc said, you can but you will loose points in the concept area of the voting. Now if you do a really good job, then who knows what will happen.

[vegnadragon]

He is my concept art:

http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/3056/bcc28ch.jpg

[ALmanax]

Here is my concept. Draw them on lessons. The idea is that this evil guy is the only one survived titan from the old days of ancient greece, his body has transformed through ages as well as his powers. Now his main might is not anymore physical strenght but it's more mental smth like magical powers.
http://img283.imageshack.us/img283/1770/picture5gq.jpg
http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/6994/picture0019sr.jpg

[Jenova]

Brilliant agent X

[Agent-X]

Thank you FrznChaos and Jenova. I appreciate the compliments and recognition. I look foward to seeing all the beautiful art work everyone is creating. I will deffinately be going nuts on the highres version of this dragon. This will be alot of fun. I cant waith to kick out a 10million polygon dragon or whatever it will be in the end. I am excited about this one. This will deffinately be a portfolio piece for me. I will do as much as I can do with the polgyon limitations I have for the low res. but I am sure I will be fine and Ill make every polygon count. So off to the races with the modeling I go. Good luck fellow 3dtotal artists. Peace!

[Perversonality]

Not sure if I will have time to work on this as I have a business trip to Florida coming up which will take me out of action for a couple of weeks... Still, I'll post a few bits and pieces and give it a go!

First thought: Twisted circus game. You get to the end and the main protagonist takes a chemically enhanced pie to the face, leading to him mutating into a freaky muscular clown from hell(tm). Freaky clowns. Yes.

Initial sketch:

http://www.perversonality.com/threedy/ideas/design_002.gif

Comments: needs silly hat, baggy trousers help up by suspenders and evil makeup. I need to get more sleep.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Not to rag on your sketch, but you need to give him a huge red nose. You do that, you win hands down.

[Perversonality]

Not to rag on your sketch, but you need to give him a huge red nose. You do that, you win hands down.

Knew I was forgetting something! Told you I need more sleep ;)

Edited: How does it look now?! ;) Just needs the souls of children trying to escape from under his skin?

[pogimonz]

Threedy staff please count me in on this one.. I need much practice.. And I love the idea.. :)

well here's some preliminary concepts i've come up with today.. I'm leaning towards the tribal guy (though he looks so much like Kratos *from GOW* knock off..)

I will be posting more concepts soon..

[Deto]

Introduction
Khentamentiu. Pretty darn pissed off Jackal God, from loosing His seat in the Pantheon, to the newcomer, Anubis. He walked the lands of Mortals for thousands of years, until finally welcomed by a little girl, as her pet? The black jackal studied the girl and the mortal men around Him. Until one day he left to reclaim His throne from the foolish Anubis.

The girl? She followed, trying to find her lost 'puppy'. Travelling through the dangerous lands, she finally found her way to the Pantheon and to the plane of Khentamentiu, where she faces off her pet, her most important friend... trying to kill her, to utterly destroy her body and her soul. What else can she do, but fight back?

Portfolio
Khentamentiu, the Jackal God. Before a gatekeeper of Necropolis. Now an insane God of Death and Souls. Bound to destroy all mortals, dead or alive. Bound to destroy Anubis, to whom He lost His throne to. Khentamentiu is like any other God in the Pantheon, except He's mad as hell and angry as the earthquakes!

Weapons?
What does a God need weapons for? To enjoy killing of course!

Khentamentiu stands atop of dozen of Ankhs, those Ankhs represent soon dying mortals. So they won't last for long. The Ankhs are the battleground and also Khentamentiu's weapon. For he can kill those mortals before their time has come! Now loosing footstep? Its one way ticket to oblivion! Destroyed Ankh will soon be replaced by new mortal nearing their death... but how long will it hold you?

Khentamentiu can bite. Of course. Every jackal can... but not every jackal will kill you with one bite and devour your soul along your body! Beware, cause you will loose more than just your life to Khentamentiu's jaws.

The Damned Scarf around Khentamentiu's neck is probably the most dangerous of all objects and items in the known world and Pantheon. He can control it as if it was two snakes of His own body. One sweep with the Scarf will destroy Ankhs and you alike, along with the soul.

Fighting?
And how can you possibly kill a God? Now that's easier than it sounds. Just beat it up. No big deal eh? What if your only weapon is a flute and ability to summon magic with it? Now, all you really have to know:

A) Don't let Khentamentiu bite you
B) Don't let the Damned Scarf slice you
C) Don't fall
D) Don't stand still

Easy, yeah. Except that it takes you 1 second to prepeare to summon magic and your dexterity to play the correct song, faster than the God is killing you.

Anything else?
You might also wish to try to find His weak spot... Heart? Soul? But will your weapons harm the weak spot... or is it your music that will? Find out.

Enough chatter now
And picture. Its just a rough sketch I made at 3 am, so nothing great :)

http://www.deto.cc/threedy/boss_jackal/khentamentiu.jpg

[nerdyb]

Here is a rough sketch i did for this contest, dont think im going to put the wings on though, save me some texture space. not sure about the colors yet either, probably gonna go for something darker.

Here is my concept, created from a fallen soldier, programed to serve and protect the creator, programed to kill all harm towards the creator. The creator is now gone, the concept is free of protecting and is on a killing spree with no end in sight.

standing taller then 12 feet weighing in at over 7000 pounds, wielding a gun capable of blowing a hole through a tank. able to withstand the strongest of armour peircing bullets to great explosives.

and ah how do i post a picture instead of a link to the picture??

http://forums.3dtotal.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=95477&stc=1

[pogimonz]

started on modelling today.. here's what I have so far.. c&c if you'd like..

[defaultalias]

Hi, I'm a bit late in the game, but i'd like to join in. i'm new to this forum, and 3d for that matter. i'm 15 and still learning, so comments are welcome. will start the model later tonight,ere, morning...

if i made any mistakes, please tell me, this is my first post, and i don't want to offend anyone

[Inpw]

DetoYour synopsis is impressive, hope the realization will be the same!

[Agent-X]

Hi defaultalias. I would try coloring your concept in photoshop by having your scanned drawing layer on top and set it Multiply. Then underneath the scanned drawing layer you can add more layers which have your color on it. After you finished coloring it, its always nice to go back into your color layers and use the dodge and burn tool to create highlights and shadows. You can also go back into your scanned drawing layer and clean up some of your rough lines by erasing to make it more clean. I hope this helps.

John Inman
Agent-X

[Agent-X]

Hi Pogimonz. Nice character concept. The model is looking pretty cool so far. There are some areas that are not in all quads but Its all based on how it deforms in the end is whats most important. So its ok I guess to have triangles. But typically when I model I try to keep in quads until the very end where I triangulate everything. Like when I am modeling something that has a sphere or cylinder then of course you have triangles on the top and bottom poles of those two objects. Well, I am sure you know this stuff. I have checked out your portfolio. You have some nice stuff. Keep up the good work. I look foward to seeing more posts by you in the future

[Agent-X]

Hi Deto. I see you made a lil story and have the character abilities and what not. Thats cool. I am curious to see how your concept comes out. Good luck with it.

[Agent-X]

I just want to say to everyone that I am enjoying looking at everyones concept art. I would like to see those who didnt color them, color them in photoshop so we can see the color scheme for the characters and get an idea what you intend your final character to look like. Plus its always nice to have color. Its a beautiful thing. I will work on a lil story and abilities for my dragon character as well. Keep up the good work everyone. Its good to see artists come together like this

[defaultalias]

are we supposed to create the abilities/story? also, the color thing, i'll get right on it. thank you

[zortech]

Not really. :)

But summing something down like Deto did, makes it ways easier to draw a concept. As far as I know, a colored concept isn't required.

@pogimonz
cool concept. I liked the sea demon alot... :) I took a look at your site, you've worked out a nice portfolio. Great to have you in here. :)

@nerdyb
Nice concept, very quakish/doomish. I really like it.

@defaultalias
Welcome at 3dT. Competitions are pretty good to practice your skills.

[Agent-X]

I think its always nice to have a lil info on the characters. Its not going to kill anyone to come up with a lil something. I like your character, I like all the characters.

[defaultalias]

Finished the color version. it's not perfect, kinda sketchy. i also started the model

[Perversonality]

I just want to say to everyone that I am enjoying looking at everyones concept art. I would like to see those who didnt color them, color them in photoshop so we can see the color scheme for the characters and get an idea what you intend your final character to look like. Plus its always nice to have color. Its a beautiful thing. I will work on a lil story and abilities for my dragon character as well. Keep up the good work everyone. Its good to see artists come together like this

Yes, but I think most people are still evolving their concepts at the moment. Once I've decided on how mine will look and I'm happy with the concept I will consider doing a polished version, but the deadline is looking tight for me, so it might not happen...

[TheWinterLord]

Yeh, i am still working on the writing, but its hard especially when ur graduating and prom is today and u have exams and you just finished a swedish international exam... :)

but i got it all in my head hehe. whoah and i gotta say there is really cool concepts, there is not one i dont like. And welcome all new forum members! :)

[defaultalias]

almost half of the way done with the model. still needs legs and hands, plus fiine tuning. please critic with regards to making it closer to the concept, it doesn't feel right.

[Jenova]

Hi, I'm a bit late in the game, but i'd like to join in. i'm new to this forum, and 3d for that matter. i'm 15 and still learning, so comments are welcome. will start the model later tonight,ere, morning...

if i made any mistakes, please tell me, this is my first post, and i don't want to offend anyone

Very interesting concept, reminds me of something tim burtonesque and a bit of FF9.

[defaultalias]

thats the exact style i was hoping for, thanks

[defaultalias]

to rveliss: realy like the concept, both. the cute zombie thing's cool.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Back stories are not required, colored concepts are not required. But both are more than allowed.

[Agent-X]

Cool guys, cool, keep up the good work. here is an update from me, Ill probably have the modeling finished by Friday or Saturday at the latest. But here is my first model post, ill keep you guys updated. Keep it rocking guys!

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Agent X you model at 7 in the morning. WOW.

[Revliss]

modeling modeling modeling
http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/3517/head19fp.jpg

[DerekSc]

Agent X you model at 7 in the morning. WOW.

Maybe he just hadn't gone to sleep yet. I've had that happen before. :)

[Agent-X]

I am a machine. LOL. Ill be back in a couple in about 3 hours or so to give ya some more competition. Catch ya later guys. Peace. Keep em coming!

[jdgill]

i'm currently working on my concept, will have it done by tonight.

[redonix76]

Hello all...

About 3000 tris...I'll optimize him later and add armor and weapon. I want to get in as much details as possible so I don't have to do too much work in ZBrush for the normal map. Will update more later.

Cheers!

[LostBear]

hmmm im kinda late to the party...may give this a shot..

[BiG ToE-3DT]

your not late, we just started 4 days ago. You still have 3 weeks and a day.

[Chokin Hazard™]

interesting comp. Haven't done 3D in a long time but I'll give this a go.

[defaultalias]

i had to remake the body and most of the head. it didn't look heavy enough. i will also try to at least include a concept for the drop ship (explained in the description), if not include it in the actual model
now, about the boss

name: Magdoll 2B-14

Magdoll is the second line, second division of biomechanical war machines. this particular unit, number 14, is commonly used in air drop missions to secure land behind enemy lines and establish new, self sufficient bases. it's the boss character because the hero's final mision is to stop the formations of one of these "Boomtown" bases that is located in a very strategic spot.

(please do not use my ideas or concepts for anything)

[TheWinterLord]

defaultalias its looking much better now, more like the concept, so what kind of weapons does it have? And how does it fight?

[defaultalias]

it uses a giant axe/sword thing. it will be included in the concept of the drop ship. here is an update of progress on the model, just under 2000 polys

[RobRussell]

Well heres my pretty rough concept, gonna do some nicer ones but this is the theme I wanna give this guy. He is the first boss in my game hopefully gonna be able to use the model from this compo if it turns out ok lol. He comes from a csi-fantasy universe and his main weapon is a double bladed staff that carries an powerful electric force.

[TheWinterLord]

Ok so i couldnt help making this today, this is the stong guy, the count is low because i have 4 characters in my final boss remember? wip and comments about how to make better use of tris would be appreciated.

[defaultalias]

Question about the rules: the final image, does scenery and props (not weapons) count towards the poly count? what about a drop ship?

[TheWinterLord]

defaultalias no they do not count in the poly count.

weapons do and i guess if the boss is like carrying something that counts.

but anyhting in the environment does not count, go crazy if you like! :)

[defaultalias]

TheWinterLord: very nice use of polys, very well defined for such a small amount

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Question about the rules: the final image, does scenery and props (not weapons) count towards the poly count? what about a drop ship?


Environments are fine for the final image, they wont count towards the poly's. But if your drop ship is a part of the model, meaning, does your model need it to function, or to get its point across, then the drop ship will count towards the poly count.

[STAVREV]

TheWinterLord : You should have at least 3 lines where the body will bend like :

1. knee
2. elbow
3.shoulder
4.hips

[TheWinterLord]

oh yeah thanx stavrev i will do that.

Here is the text that goes with my boss:

Rayin, Fuyin and Nerwin. You have been fighting these bosses earlier in the game but never all of them at the same time! Fuyin and Rayin are twins, both equally evil, creating mayhem wherever they go leading small armies of chaos. Nerwin is the wiser and also the most evil leader. He uses magic to take care of his foes meanwhile the brothers have annoying ranged weapons. In the end, it would seem that they wouldn’t be able to handle close combat, if they didnt have the power to summon creatures fighting against you and if they didn’t have the super strong "Oxe" creature who is strong and will pick up anything it can to throw and whack whoever gets in its way. Working together, this team creates the strongest boss by far in the game.


:)

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Hey Winter Lord, keep in mind if the people dangling from that thing on your main characters back are not going to move then just model them in the position you want, then you wont need to worry about the extra segments for the knees, elbows. Save them tris for the main character.

[JussaSciFiGuy]

Okay – here’s an early concept sketch for what I hope to be my entry: “General Steam!”

Imagine a sort of “Steam Punk” meets “Street Fighter” sort of game. Imagine a city held in the iron grip of its power company, ruled by its augmented and power-mad dictator. (Think “general electric” gone utterly mad…) Big, steam-powered arm and leg (probably whole left side, save head) – can block with armored parts or strike with devastating force. Not real quick, though. . . . and did I mention he’s crazy?

Still need to work on the concept a bit, get the leg figured out and such – but I wanted to post this. Get myself movin’ on it and see whatcha ‘all think.

[jdgill]

heres the beginning of my concept.

No name yet.

http://img73.imageshack.us/img73/9205/endgameboss3tj.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[gaetan]

fast scketching of an asian semi uman end level boss man

[gaetan]

too much details
:wall:

good night

[defaultalias]

jdjill: nice concept. like the black around the eyes, amkes it realy look loke its a skull
JussaSciFiGuy: like your concept too, look forward to the model

[Revliss]

what i done have so far :D
http://img76.imageshack.us/img76/552/head55cd.jpg

[jdgill]

jdjill: nice concept. like the black around the eyes, amkes it realy look loke its a skull


Yup, thats the whole idea ;)

[BiG ToE-3DT]

gaetan: your legs look too short, stretch them out alittle. Another thing, don't use any smooth modifiers, they add to your overall polly count.

[OROCHI]

Hi everyone, this is my character!
I don't know if I have enough time for finish it during this month, I' ll do my best ^_^

Hope you like it

http://img226.imageshack.us/img226/516/4bosschallenge4rs.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[dark_maggot]

Nice concept OROCHI.

[Agent-X]

nice concept Orochi and Jdgil. Keep up the good workeveryone. Ill get you some screenshots come tonight before I go to bed.

[OROCHI]

Nice concept OROCHI.
Thanks ^_^
It's a pleasure to receive appreciation from someone who make that awesome concept like you.
The style of your character remind me Shadow of The Colossus/Ico...but I think he shuld be perfect for a Guilty Gear game.

This time I hope you finish your work!

[vegnadragon]

This is what i have, i am currently on 3320 Tris:

http://img227.imageshack.us/img227/3774/11hs4.jpg

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Agent X you make me laugh, you said before you go to bed. But I know, you don't sleep.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

vegnadragon, the arms seem just abit too short. Plus the waist seems to be to high. If you bring the waist down, then move everything from the elbows down and make the elbows even with the waist, you should be ok.

[OROCHI]

This is what i have, i am currently on 3320 Tris:

http://img227.imageshack.us/img227/3774/11hs4.jpg
Nice work!
Your model It's well proportioned than your concept draw. Go on, i like it!

[defaultalias]

OROCHI: nice concept, any story?

[TheWinterLord]

great work guys!

Revliss nice texturing! i think the ears look a little to big for being a girl at that age though. However its not a regular girl... :)

JussaSciFiGuy good luck, i want to see it modeled!

Orochi great concept image, all the details already defined, i cant do that ):

vegnadragon really cool, i love the shoulder things and the chain holding it together!

[defaultalias]

I'm getting near the end of my model(will post screen later), but don't know much about rigging. any good tutorials for maya game character rigging?

[jellis3d]

Hello everyone, My name is John.
General info: Total noob to forums, first contest entry *Ever*.
Here is my concept image. Not much for naming it right now, but I've got a pretty cool story brewing in the background of my mind.
I work on my stuff while I'm not at any of my 3 diff jobs. So hang with me folks, I'll have some more updated images as time goes on. Hope you enjoy this first concept wip.

[minestorm]

Alright I have something new now. I'm dropping my past entry.
I dub thee "Abomination." This is not my 100% my idea, but instead based off a great concept art by Jerad S. Marantz, I found at this site.
http://characterdesigns.com/

I will post some of my own concept work soon. I'm going full hi-poly, UE3 caliber, hope to hear some critz, and comments.
http://minestorm.com/3d/abom05.jpg
http://minestorm.com/3d/abom06_sm.jpg

[defaultalias]

Minestorm: thats an awsome concept, realy like it. thats for a normal map, right?
(the limit is 6000 polys)

[pogimonz]

Agent X: thnx for the crit.. yes! one of my biggest problems is keeping the mesh completely quads, I always come up w/ tris i'm not able to solve.. hey if you know of any good tuts or tips, let me know..

Zortech: thnx of the comment, I look forward to seeing your model progress (if you're in the comp)

Jellis 3d: Nice paint work, hope to see more of it..

minestorm: good start, hope to see it finished..

and here's some progress on my model..

[defaultalias]

Making progress on the hands. Hands are very difficult to get right. i also fixed those things on the back, they looked weird and ver too high poly
nice work with the model Pogimonz.

[minestorm]

- defaultalias
Thanks, Yeah I'm working on the hi res right now, I think I should be able to complete the low poly 6k version as well. (I like the proportions of your character, keep it up)

-pogimonz thanks, that's a solid mesh you got going as well

[defaultalias]

Thanks Minestorm. i've finished the hands and staryted working on the legs.
i expect to be finished with the full model, weapon and all in a couple days, if not less.
also, id like to say as a first timer here, i am very impressed with this competetion. thank everyone for their concepts and complements
here is my progress.

[Revliss]

boo yaaaaaa

:D :halo: :lurve:
http://img136.imageshack.us/img136/3107/head64di.jpg

[defaultalias]

Great work Revliss, i saw your previous picture, the hair looks much better in this update. there isn't much activity here around this time. realy good job.

[RobRussell]

Revliss: Im really liking your boss with the whole cute/creepy factor.
Defaultalias: I want pet magdoll those arms are great, nice clean mesh as well.

I got bored of modelling my concept as he looked too plain for the rest of my game world. Gonna work on a non humanoid model for a change, hopefully will have some concept up soon.

[defaultalias]

I've been up all night, i have to sleep. be back in a few hours, hope to see some more progress. evryones doing great for this early in the contest.

[Agent-X]

Hi guys Here is some of my work in progress, I am still fleshing out the model. I will continue to show progress. Once i get everything fleshed out I will optimize and tweak the model to the fullest. Nice work everybody. I am enjoying looking at everyones beautiful work. I can't wait to finish this low poly and uv mapping stuff, so I can finally do my thing in ZBrush and unleash the beast with in. Hehe. Ill catch you guys later today with more updates. Keep the good art work coming. Take care. Peace.

[Agent-X]

Oh and yes my character will kinda have 4 arms, but 2 of them are used as wings to fly, and ofcourse I have to model the legs still. I hope to have the model completed soon. I am looking at it and my time. I am now probably going to say Monday at the latest for the modeling. I am not going to rush this. I am going to go for a quality model. Catch ya guys later.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Agent X, it looks good so far, but comparing to the concept, I would say the neck isn't long enough and you might want to strech the wing flaps incase you ever want to animate that beast flying.


But then its still work in progress so you most likely will, or did it already.

[RSG]

Hi, this is my first time posting on this website, thought I might as well have a bash at this contest.
Here's my idea:

[RSG]

That is not my finished design however. I will be adding robotic parts to it, and maybe some kind of spear. It will also have arms-not featured on the sketch-(where the hole is).

[BiG ToE-3DT]

RSG, you make that tail longer and you got yourself a solid design.

[Agent-X]

RSG nice dragon there. This is getting very interesting to see everyones ideas and stuff as this contest continues.

Pogimonz- Which 3d package are you using? I believe if you are using 3d studio max you can convert to editable poly and this is much easier to keep in quads using editable poly. I believe editable mesh always keeps your model in triangles. Personally I am more familiar with Maya. I mean in the end the model will have to be triangulated anyways. But its best to keep in quads because if you plan to take your model to zbrush or just smooth your model out in max and do your highres its best to have your model in quads for the most part. If you have a triangulated model and you smooth the model by adding more geometry then the models topology is not as clean. Feel free to contact me anytime if ya have any questions

[Nibby]

hey guys. alot of nicestuff comming on here. i'm still hoping to join in but am working on something for a job application so that needs to take priority at the moment. will try and look in a little more frequently tho....keep it up dudes ;0)

[Agent-X]

RSG And yes I agree with BigToe on the Tail of the Dragon.

Oh and I was curious, are you were going to model a Boss also BigToe? I mean the more the merrier. Well, back to the modeling for me.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Yeah, I'm going to be all up in this comp. But I need to finish up my entry over at cgchat first. The deadline overthere is monday, so after that, I'll be chopping my way through you people.

[JussaSciFiGuy]

Yeah, I'm going to be all up in this comp. But I need to finish up my entry over at cgchat first. The deadline overthere is monday, so after that, I'll be chopping my way through you people.

Really? Which one is it? I wanna see!

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Really? Which one is it? I wanna see!

http://www.realtimecg.com/gameart/32/wip/

you can take a look at them all.

[TheWinterLord]

BiG ToE-3DT good luck over there!

RSG great concept, the drawing is really cool, most of all i like the head. Welcome to the forums!

Agent-X nice, can we get some more views of it? ty :)

[Alonzo]

is it allowed to post the entry as WIP in an other forum?

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Alonzo, if your question is "Can I do this character for more than one comp", then I would have to say the answer is yes and no.

Yes, if both comps started at the same time, and have the same requirements. And if you give a link to the other site, for everyone else to join in on the fun.

No, if it doesn't match up with the stuff I said for yes.

[Alonzo]

in the other forum, there is no competition... I'm only asking to show the work in progress

regards
alonzo

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Yeah you can do that, as long as you post work in progress in here too.

[ghostphalanx]

Hey guys!
I've been cheking out this comp since the first post a week ago...
I haven't send any designs yet because I don't have a scanner...nut I have a concept in mind...

So since I don't have an image of my drawings on the computer I can only post some snapshots of the actual model...wich I'll be doing later

I use 3ds max 8.0, does anyone knows how to display the little polycount window so I can show u guys how many tris I've got so far?
thanks!

ps: I'm getting more and more amazed by the quality of everyone's works

[BiG ToE-3DT]

in max all the way to the right of the little tools menu, you will see a hammer looking icon on a the tab. Click that, then click the little button above all the larger buttons. A window will pop up. Click on poly counter, and make sure its set to tris.

[High-Life]

Hi all!
Well... I asked if Can I remake a existent End Game Boss. Because I´m not so Good for creating New Chars... Initially I choose a Raid Boss from the game "Lineage 2" called Zaken Pirate. But... The Theme is "END" Boss Game... And I think hehehe... a MMORPG don´t Have "END" Bosses ^^'
So later a choose a End Boss Game from a Game that I like a lot. Because that game made me want learn CG... So I choosed Sephiroth from Final Fantasy 7. Sorry guys for a Not creative Characters :(

This is My initial WIP image. I will try make some changes in Sephiroth Clothes and Hair... So Let´s see now how I will do that 8)
http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/406/preview14rz.jpg

Ow... I´m using as reference that images
http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/7127/newsephirothsword5404vy.jpg
http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/6562/layout20jj.jpg

[defaultalias]

Hey, i'm back. i'm thinking about changing my color scheme from orange to red.
what do you think?

[TheWinterLord]

defaultalias tough choice, I think the yellow orange looks a little better but the red is cool too.

ghostphalanx welcome to the forums, good luck.

High-Life just go for it :) good luck for you to!

[Klash120]

Everyone has some nice concepts/models going on :P
Don't think I can join in this one, I have other projects that needs finishing, SO
I'll be rooting you guys on from the sideline :P

-Cisco

[defaultalias]

Well, i'm happy with the proportions of m model. all thats left is to add the final small details and of course texture, rig, and pose. i'll get the weapon made too, as well as the dropship(the dropship wont be in the final model tough). still haven't decided on a collor scheme. i'm almost about to make it olive drab and be done with it.

[defaultalias]

This is my absolute first rig. i remembered i had thase unreal VTMs and learned a bit, but still, this is my first setup and if anyone has any comments on how to make it better, they're more than welcom. i still need to finish the small details and weapon, just made the rig so i don't have to do it later.

[defaultalias]

I'm finished with the model, including the sword. i will need to edit the rig again to fit the model since i completely remade the legs(again). now, UV mapping.
Yay...

[Raul]

Here is what im doing. I already started modeling it too. However, i was doing it free handed, not using image plane ref. After a few hours i realized it was kinda hard to do it that way. So im just gonna draw them sometime this night.

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y259/RaulXpT/challenges/malevolus.jpg

[OROCHI]

Here is what im doing. I already started modeling it too. However, i was doing it free handed, not using image plane ref. After a few hours i realized it was kinda hard to do it that way. So im just gonna draw them sometime this night.

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y259/RaulXpT/challenges/malevolus.jpg
It remind me Nightmare from Soul Calibur :eek:
http://www.gamedepiction.com/media/sc2-nightmare2.jpg

[OROCHI]

I started modelling the body:
http://img148.imageshack.us/img148/4049/body7qq.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[Revliss]

errr think my poly is too much :P
http://img266.imageshack.us/img266/2892/fullbody12mo.jpg

[BiG ToE-3DT]

well, the feet look good. Plus you have 6,000 tris to play with, so you almost have 1500 tris left to do whatever you want to do.

[Agent-X]

Thats a real nice concept Neto. I am curious to see how it comes out. Keep up the good work

[Agent-X]

I will get you guys some screenshots comes this afternoon. Everyone keep up the good work

[Revliss]

oh ya new head render
the bloo suck so no more blood on her face :lurve:
http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/1122/head93rj.png

[High-Life]

Hi it´s me again :D
This is My Second WIP Image...
http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/5651/preview26ud.jpg
Now I already have mapped the UVW of My Char. In this Time I modeled the Sword Masamune 68 too. Now The Next Step I will start make the Textures... I will Use 4 Textures of 512x512 (total amount 1024x1024 texture). Normally I use in My chars 1 Texture 512x512 for Full Body, 1 Texture 256x256 for Head, and 1 Texture 256x128 for Weapons. But since my texture Limit Resolution in that contest is 1024x1024. So Why not use that Limit? Using 4 Textures of 512x512 I will have more Resolution on Details. Right?

[Alonzo]

so now... I've started...

I painted a little bit... and this I'll modell ;)

http://www.cghost.de/~alonzo/reiter.jpg

greetz
alonzo

[tomkpunkt]

Hi... :wave:

i will try this challenge. i have no experience with lowpoly-modelling and rigging , but i give my best ;)

[High-Life]

This is My Third WIP Image
http://img265.imageshack.us/img265/6267/masamunepreviewfinal0ns.jpg

In this Time I did make the Masamune 68 Textures... In this Image I´m using a Difuse Map with Specular MAP, Specular Color Map and Alpha Map. I will do some adjust in the Sword Handler Texture and Specular MAP and Specular Color MAP. I´m Using for that sword 1 of 4 512x512 textures that I will using for My char. I don´t Know if I will use a Normal Map for Sword, because I think if this Model was used in a game... No one will notice in the Sword Details... Sword will not be so close of the camera as Weapons from Doom 3... And in Action Scene, Are you paying attention in the Weapon Details of the Boss, Or will try Kill the boss? :dance:
In the Fullbody Texture probaly I will use Normal Map... Let´s See What I will do... Because I don´t Know what do in this momment... hehehe!

[Agent-X]

Hi guys here are some of my works in progress. I am still optimizing and getting the poly count down in some areas so I can have more detail in others.

[Agent-X]

Here is another shot

[Agent-X]

and a third

[defaultalias]

I'm back. i'm still working on the UV map. Agent x, it's looking good, but the feet don't look as real or as fluid as the rest of the body, the legs for that matter too. make them look like there's wieght pushing down on them. and keep the edgeflow good. the head and wings are good though. and good luck to the rest of the contestants.

[Agent-X]

I am tweaking em. I am also making the lower arms smaller and I shall be adding the talons on the to them as well. Ill be tweaking shape for quite a while, Ill get you more pics later tonight.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

Hey X, I notice your file name ends with 001. You might want to save out different versions as you go along just incase something goes wrong with the file you are working with. Its better to lose a few hours work than the whole thing.

[Agent-X]

good call Ill do that BigToe, Here is my latest

[Agent-X]

Here is where I am at now with polycount

[Agent-X]

Ok now I am at 6000 even. I am all out of polys to spare, so now I am doing final tweakage to the model

[Raul]

lol, i see what you mean orochi..lol. I actually got my idea from god of war from the ps2 and doom 3 and of course soul calibur. Im also gonna make him a sword. ANd with his hand he can summon souls and other creatures.

[jellis3d]

Hi people, I'm back with a new update on my character wip. Still in DP stage, I've not moved on to 3d yet. It's pretty much finished, except for some very obvious things and a weapon in his left hand (compare to my last wip on page 11). I'm not the best at painting materials (I know), but I've learned a lot with this concept.

I'm really enjoying the other characters and starts on the models. Keep up the good work people.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

thats nice.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

If everything goes as I would like them to, I will have some kind of concept up in the next few days.

[defaultalias]

nice concept. i like the horns. is hais left hand rusty metal or leather?

[defaultalias]

BiG ToE, when we render, is that just a standard render, realtime, or can we be fancy and use cell shading and stuff?

[defaultalias]

another thing, can we use shaders?

[tomkpunkt]

my first WIP image

[defaultalias]

Nice model.you probably already know this, but you can drop a few polys on those tanks on the back.

[jdgill]

Updates soon :)

[defaultalias]

i'm going to start a thread i the lowpoly forum for my WIP. i will still post here(as much as i have already). is that okay? also, instead of creating a UV map, i am doing final tweaks to the model. early on, i made him with a collar, but didn't like it. somehow, it found it's way back into the model.

[Alonzo]

I've repainted my concept ;)

http://www.cghost.de/~alonzo/reiter02.jpg

i hope u like it

regards
alonzo

[ALmanax]

Nice concept Alonzo! Reminds me LOTR.
I think horseman's legs are to short or this is such perspective but they look realy small! Just take in mind when modeling.
Luck to ya! :)

[BiG ToE-3DT]

BiG ToE, when we render, is that just a standard render, realtime, or can we be fancy and use cell shading and stuff?

For your final image, you can do whatever you want.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

i'm going to start a thread i the lowpoly forum for my WIP. i will still post here(as much as i have already). is that okay?


Yes.

[katzeimsack]

finished my concept:
http://www.sro.at/bildupload/images/concept6.jpg

looking forward to zbrush this monster :)

[icemilk]

http://polygon.nease.net/myconcept.jpg

hope not too late to join the challenge,when i have some idea and draw it on the paper, i come to post here (this is my first post here ;P ) . hope you like it.


i didn't have a scanner. so i take a digital photo.


maybe i will do some change when i modeling....



( i upload the picture to a host, hope everyone can see the picture )

[jdgill]

Hey guys, everyones stuff is looking pretty good so far.

Alonzo, the concept looks good. Good luck.

Ice milk, Neat concept. Inspired by Shadows of Collosus at all? Looks neat, good luck :).

katzeimsack, Very unique concept you got there, it will be neat to see what you do.

Update:

http://img69.imageshack.us/img69/5682/wipboss2xr.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[tomkpunkt]

WIP2:
- finishing legs and arms,
- beginn texturing of the body

what is the best order for a low poly project?? modelling->texturing->rigging??
coments are welcome.

[BiG ToE-3DT]

what is the best order for a low poly project?? modelling->texturing->rigging??



Yes. Why, because if you rigg it up now, and it takes alittle longer than you where redy for, you could run out of time for texturing, causing you to rush through the texture proccess. In the end you would have a nice rigg, but an your textures won't match up.

[defaultalias]

tompunkt- itslooking very good. looks almost like an old fashon diver suit. i'd be interested to hear what kind of game it's meant for.

[defaultalias]

How do i post a link to my new thread? can i even do that?

[redonix76]

Man...people are flying with their modeling! Good to see everyone working so hard. Wish I had more time to work on mine, but working lots of overtime at work right now...I should still be able to finish on time though...I hope!!

[BiG ToE-3DT]

defaultalias go into your new thread, then hilite the web address, then paste it. But links wont cut it for me. You still need to post work in progress in here. Not links.

[dark_maggot]

havent posted any of my progress on my model so here it is. My WIP shaman, almost finished. It has a bit of a small polycount but after I finish the ghost Ill add more to the shaman if I have polys left from the limit.

I really like how the chest came out but you wont be able to see it because of the "pancho", but there is a render so you can see what I mean.

[defaultalias]

It looks alot like the concept dark_maggot. and BiG ToE, i'm still posting here, thats not what i meant, i just want people to know where the thread is. and thanks for the info.
http://forums.3dtotal.com/showthread.php?t=41618

[dark_maggot]

I have a question...

Does anyone know how to stitch vertecies from two separate objects or elements together, because the part that hangs from the shamans shirt is not attached to the body and I dont know how to. Here is what the part that I want to stitch....hope someone understand what Im talking about...

[vegnadragon]

Yeah, i was wodering that too.

By the way Dark Maggot, does Shaman has anything to do with the anime Shaman King?

[BiG ToE-3DT]

dark_maggot, not sure but you might want to try going into vert mode in the mesh of the body, then select all the verts in the waste area that you want, then break it so that its cut into two at the waist. Then go down in the menu till you see the attach button, click that then click on the skirt, it will be apart of the bodies mesh. Now go though vert by vert on the waist and the verts in the skirt that match up and collapse them together. That should work, if not, just leave it the way it is.

[Manoguar]

i'm going to start a thread i the lowpoly forum for my WIP. i will still post here(as much as i have already). is that okay? also, instead of creating a UV map, i am doing final tweaks to the model. early on, i made him with a collar, but didn't like it. somehow, it found it's way back into the model.
wow i like it XD the model look like a MDK style is great, oka i come back XD i think i going to enter but i dont have a concept yet i will work in this days :D

[dark_maggot]

Vegnadragon: Yeah, Shamans are able to talk and control spirits, as in the anime, but I didnt decide to make a shaman because of the anime, it was because of Shadow of the Colossus (which is an awesome game by the way).

BiG ToE: thanks, Ill try that right now and see what happens.

[Revliss]

done with moust of the modeling just need model a bigger weapown for her os some thing :halo:
http://img529.imageshack.us/img529/1630/fullbody37hp.jpg

[Agent-X]

yeah, I like that game too Shadow of the Colossus. I also like God of War for more personal reasons.

[dark_maggot]

BiG ToE: Ijust tried what you told me and it worked for some of the vertecies but others would not stitch together so Ill just leave it unattached.

Agent-X: like God of War quite a bit, specially the story(kind of even though I knew what was going to happen in the end), but personally I liked Devil May Cry 3 way more because, well I like the concept of the franchice a lot more than GoW.

[High-Life]

My Fourth WIP Images
http://img380.imageshack.us/img380/5787/preview42nq.jpg
http://img489.imageshack.us/img489/5858/preview4b9ex.jpg

I texturized Some Parts of my char, including his Weapon. Now I will start texturing his "Black Cape" (I don´t Know the exactally name of this in English).