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Old 22nd March 2011, 10:27 PM   #1
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Default Help please! Terrain tiles



What I want to do is create some custom tiles that will taper into a terrain elevation

The game only supports conversion of .ac files.

What I will have to do is use a background image of the terrain to get the coastline contours and then create 3d blocks or wedges with a cliff face to line up along the coastlines.

I've never used any such program and have no idea where to start but I've been studying for several days and just can't get anything out of the manual or any of the tutorials I have watched.

Anyone want to help a hopeless case?
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Old 23rd March 2011, 10:45 PM   #2
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Ah well, think I'll move on to Blender.

I can at least get a "Dummies" book for that.

Might be back once I get some basic general 3D modeling knowledge.

Thanks anyway.
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Old 24th March 2011, 11:40 AM   #3
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Default Re: Help please! Terrain tiles

Part of your problem, I think, is your explanation. Also, if it's true that you've never used a 3D program before, I know from painful experience that not being solid on the core concepts of 3D modeling makes all the difference!

I have no idea what it is you're really trying to do, in either AC3D or in terms of game terrain production. And I'm fairly comfortable with both subjects.

Texturing in AC3D is the easiest you'll find anywhere, and that certainly is the case compared to Blender. Blender is at least 3x more "confusing and convuluted" an interface than AC3D (which actually, isn't very confusing at all, provided you understand the key 3D modeling concepts).

If you have Skype, send me a PM through this board, and we'll get in touch, where the communication can be more immediate and direct. Provided I can finally understand what it is you're trying to do, I'm willing to bet there's an easy explanation....
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Old 24th March 2011, 03:39 PM   #4
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Default Re: Help please! Terrain tiles

Thanks Allen, I think I need to get a basic understanding of 3d in general.

When I do that, I'll probably be able to use this program, but If I get stuck I'll contact you.
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