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Avid
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Posted: 11th Jun 2008 20:00 Edited at: 11th Jun 2008 20:17
Been working on a few models recently with the intention of uploading them to the store. I also plan on releasing a skybox pack containing space scenes.

First up, the VF-119 Avenger Space Superiority Fighter. Polycount is 363. Texture is 2048x2048.

Primarily for usage in space combat, this craft is capable of limited operations in atmosphere.

To overcome it's lack of aerodynamic features that would be impractical in space, its shield generators instead switch over to provide an aerodynamic bubble.

It also possesses a unique wing configuration. The vessel is capable of rotating each independently, making it highly manoeuvrable and allowing it to land.

Primary weapons systems include the CHAU-98 'Incinerator', a 1.9mW rotary laser cannon named for it's devastating effect on ground targets, literally reducing them to charred ash in mere seconds.

The craft is also capable of mounting various anti-fighter and anti-ship missles, as well as bombs and additional laser cannons.

Front view:


Side view:


Landed view:
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Posted: 11th Jun 2008 20:12
looks good, whats the poly count on it


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Posted: 11th Jun 2008 20:16
Just edited the first thread for clarity, polycount is 363, which i'd say is fairly low.
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Posted: 11th Jun 2008 20:20
That is really good!
I like it a lot, reminds me of EVE Online with a touch of attitude added to it. And less fancy shaders, of course.
SamHH
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Posted: 11th Jun 2008 20:47
2048by2048 seems big for scenery but otherwise it looks nice.


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Posted: 11th Jun 2008 20:54
Texture is good. What app did you use to model it in?

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Posted: 11th Jun 2008 21:41 Edited at: 11th Jun 2008 21:43
3ds max 7 + Photoshop, which I guess is beyond the reach of most average people out there, although the GIMP and Blender/Milkshape will do just fine.

Also, in regards to the texture, using mip-maps, you don't actually lose any performance until you get close enough to view the full res texture (the full resolution isn't loaded into video RAM on the gcard). I can always add a low-res version anyway. I would suggest that other would-be modellers save texure files in .dds format for precisely this reason.
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Posted: 11th Jun 2008 21:52
are you still able to buy 3DS MAX 7, and how much would it go for.
for the mean time i use my brothers 3DS max 9 (and the schools) to get used to modeling.
oh and can Zbrush create models by itself without the need for 3ds for a base object as its for cheaper and can turn out great results


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Posted: 11th Jun 2008 23:03
Really nice!

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Posted: 12th Jun 2008 00:35
Like I said, Blender and The GIMP. However, you can also use Gmax, which is almost the same. One of the addon packs contains a direct x exporter.

This will get you started:

Gmax:
http://www.turbosquid.com/gmax

Exporting .x files from Gmax:
http://panda3d.org/wiki/index.php/Converting_from_GMax

Also search for a plugin called chilliskinner.

You will almost certainly have trouble concerning these apps, particularly with registering Gmax. So some initiative is needed here.

And good luck, you've got a long road ahead of you
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Posted: 12th Jun 2008 01:57
THESE ARE AMAZING!!!!!! Is this thing animated?! Great work ill buy this anytime!

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Posted: 12th Jun 2008 02:00
The wings will rotate, although I'm not sure how i'd go about setting that up in the fpi.

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