khaiell
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Post by khaiell on Aug 21, 2014 18:54:06 GMT
I'm curious how Mr. Scott plans to do more complex tiles in NEXT, like the classic underground lake with a bridge, a boat and a lift.
I like the stamping used on the matts. Since I saw the fantasy road tutorial I've been curious how the stamping technique would translate into something bigger and here it is :-)
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Post by Cyan Wisp on Aug 21, 2014 19:46:43 GMT
I'm curious how Mr. Scott plans to do more complex tiles in NEXT, like the classic underground lake with a bridge, a boat and a lift. I like the stamping used on the matts. Since I saw the fantasy road tutorial I've been curious how the stamping technique would translate into something bigger and here it is :-) At a guess, the same way as he did the sewer channel - by using water overlays (lake) and 3D accessories (i.e. boat, lift, bridge). While I love the look of the wall units, appreciate the thought that DM Scotty has put into this system, and certainly can't argue against its practicality, I'm not an instant fan. The thing that doesn't quite sit right (so far!) is the unclear delineation between floor space and dead space. I wonder if having a less-busy floor pattern might help with this phenomenon? Or a floor colour/pattern that contrasts more clearly against the wall units? Original 2.5d has that lovely shadow between wall and floor which makes for very clear areas. Anyway, I'm still looking forward to future developments. My craft boxes are multiplying like Tribbles.
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Post by DMScotty on Aug 21, 2014 21:09:17 GMT
I did make the walls a bit taller than normal 2.5D to help with the definition problem. I understood from the start that some may not like the aesthetic of the dead space but I have not found it a problem with my group.
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Post by beetlewing on Aug 21, 2014 22:23:02 GMT
You could simply paint the bottom edge of the walls black, to create that shadow, provided your floors weren't painted super dark.
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Post by Cyan Wisp on Aug 22, 2014 3:21:50 GMT
You could simply paint the bottom edge of the walls black, to create that shadow, provided your floors weren't painted super dark. Well, I was wondering whether a darker mat would make for a better contrast to the walls, thus providing more delineation. That does it. I'm going to have to make some to find out!
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Post by sgtslag on Aug 25, 2014 4:26:06 GMT
Modular is our friend... This is far more sensible than creating new tiles for every game session. I can't store hundreds of unique tiles, but I can store modular pieces which can be used over and over again to make countless different configurations! Bravo, DM Scotty! Bravo! Cheers!
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Post by DMScotty on Aug 25, 2014 5:31:27 GMT
I plan on doing vids in 2.5D NEXT that have features that are normally cut into a tile.
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Post by tauster on Aug 26, 2014 6:16:42 GMT
DMScotty, I watched your walls tutorial last night. Great idea - now I really have a reason to hunt that foamboard (no Idea where to get it cheap in Germany). I love the simplicity of the built, and the great results: looks like a commercial product, completely modular, ard enough to withstand the rigors of gaming, transport and storage, non-slippery bottom... The only thing that I feel I might do different is adding a bit more weight. Mind you, I haven't crafted a single piece so far, so I don't even know how heavy the walls are. But IF one would want them heavier, you may try the following method: One side gets smeared with whiteglue and then sanded just like in the video. Leave it to dry (at least a bit) and then on the other side, first let the sand trickle in the corruration until all these little holes are more or less completely filled with sand. Only then apply the whiteglue, let it lie on the side for a few hours to let the glue seep into the sand, then treat the last side ust like the first one, i.e. another layer of whiteglue and sand. I'll try both ways as soon as I have hunted down foamboard and share the results. I suspect the loose sand might make a little noise inside the walls, but as long it all is airtight sandtight, nothing to worry about. Of course if a wall segments breaks, the mess is a bit worse than with your original building method, but I can't imagine these wals will break often...
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Post by beetlewing on Aug 26, 2014 7:48:16 GMT
DMScotty, I watched your walls tutorial last night. Great idea - now I really have a reason to hunt that foamboard (no Idea where to get it cheap in Germany). Why not just use styrofoam and a hot wire cutter to make thin strips for the top? You could also cut the stones out of those thin foam craft sheets and glue them on. You could even use an egg carton or styrofoam plate and scissors. Another idea I'm considering is using square dowel rods with sculpey stones on top. They'd cost a few bucks to make, but would be heavier and really tough.
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Post by Cyan Wisp on Aug 26, 2014 7:50:53 GMT
... The only thing that I feel I might do different is adding a bit more weight. Mind you, I haven't crafted a single piece so far, so I don't even know how heavy the walls are. But IF one would want them heavier, you may try the following method: One side gets smeared with whiteglue and then sanded just like in the video. Leave it to dry (at least a bit) and then on the other side, first let the sand trickle in the corruration until all these little holes are more or less completely filled with sand. Only then apply the whiteglue, let it lie on the side for a few hours to let the glue seep into the sand, then treat the last side ust like the first one, i.e. another layer of whiteglue and sand. ... As I watched the Walls video, I was predicting that was what Scotty would do!
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Post by tauster on Aug 26, 2014 8:51:33 GMT
beetlewing, the styrofoam I have won't look good for this purpose because you'll see the little foam balls through. I don't have access to cheap pink or green foam, so they're out of the question. I'll probably order a sheet of foamboard online and give it a go.
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Post by DMScotty on Aug 26, 2014 14:28:18 GMT
tauster, the good thing is one sheet will make all the walls and stamps you would ever need.
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Post by alrethian on Jul 19, 2015 10:55:36 GMT
Truly remarkable idea this!
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dafrca
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Post by dafrca on Sept 25, 2015 22:03:54 GMT
Nice change to the system. Gives you a lot of freedom in a small number of tiles and walls just as you said. Well done Scotty. :-)
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