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I.M.'s Missile Exhaust Smoke Mod - A testimonial.
Michael and I go back quite a ways. Not quite as far as I do with Shieldwolf, Miaz, Marv, or Sky King. But early, early Legends time-frame never the less. Michael's always been the artist/craftsman, and I the plagiarist/publicist. He's created an avatar for me once that I would employ, should I ever loose my equinamity and fly again that particular tag. Over the years, I've watched his skill and craftsmanship 'mature' with alacrity, and to a purpose. This mod is solely one example, among many, that support that premise. The screen shots I've included below, are my attempt to show how well Michael's done. I swear that my Exodus and Excalibur's have never looked so good!
Exodus launch against a Vonari Cap Ship - target of opportunity.
Yeah, I know. GET THE SHIELDS DOWN FIRST! (The pic was worth the effort though!) The missile and exhaust trail are center screen, just above the blank spot and central target X-ring.
Excalibur launch, defending the Command Ship - Escort contract.
What Michael's done with this mod is to craft it so that the exhaust smoke and engine flare fade as the individual missiles race away from the point-of-launch. Excellently done!
[Edited on 6-29-2013 by Busch]
Michael and I go back quite a ways. Not quite as far as I do with Shieldwolf, Miaz, Marv, or Sky King. But early, early Legends time-frame never the less. Michael's always been the artist/craftsman, and I the plagiarist/publicist. He's created an avatar for me once that I would employ, should I ever loose my equinamity and fly again that particular tag. Over the years, I've watched his skill and craftsmanship 'mature' with alacrity, and to a purpose. This mod is solely one example, among many, that support that premise. The screen shots I've included below, are my attempt to show how well Michael's done. I swear that my Exodus and Excalibur's have never looked so good!
Exodus launch against a Vonari Cap Ship - target of opportunity.
Yeah, I know. GET THE SHIELDS DOWN FIRST! (The pic was worth the effort though!) The missile and exhaust trail are center screen, just above the blank spot and central target X-ring.
Excalibur launch, defending the Command Ship - Escort contract.
What Michael's done with this mod is to craft it so that the exhaust smoke and engine flare fade as the individual missiles race away from the point-of-launch. Excellently done!
[Edited on 6-29-2013 by Busch]
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MARV. That's Right but then It would be the FONT for ALL GAME TEXT. I Just wanted to use the "Alien Gantz" font on SOME of the TEXT, not ALL. lol.
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BUSCH. Thanks VERY MUCH MY FRIEND. I Enjoy Creating MODS. I'm Glad you Like Them. I'll have Some NEW MISSILE EXHAUST MODS Soon. I'll send you them once I think they're OK.
So, was that a KILL on that VON CAP SHIP! lol. I'm Useless when It comes to ANY CAP SHIP KILLS. lol.
So, was that a KILL on that VON CAP SHIP! lol. I'm Useless when It comes to ANY CAP SHIP KILLS. lol.
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Nope, not a kill. Merely an irritating flea giving the camel a nudge....
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I can see using it in SP ... but trying to chat in MP would require ... well, think of it as having to learn a new language.From post: 163108, Topic: tid=10875, author=INKED MICHAEL wrote:MARV. That's Right but then It would be the FONT for ALL GAME TEXT. I Just wanted to use the "Alien Gantz" font on SOME of the TEXT, not ALL. lol.
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I did something similar with my Christmas mod... I'm not sure if it would apply, but I could try to explain it to you if you'd be interested Mike. You have some very nice mods!
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No, I was Just Going to Use it on EQUIP, WEAPS, etc that Appear on Your SCREENS, HUD , NAV and INVENTORY Consoles. There would ALWAYS be a CLUE there to make it Easier to Know what the ITEM WAS. lol.
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CINDY.THANKS. Post a ScreenPic and give me a Gander.
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Here are two pics of my Christmas mod. The colors and "star snowflakes" are other parts. The part I'm talking about I have circled in bright red. It doesn't effect in-game chat with other pilots.
[Edited on 6-29-2013 by Cindy]
[Edited on 6-29-2013 by Cindy]
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VERY COOL but Aren't all those SNOWFLAKES a little Distracting? lol.
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How do you install the Basic HUD, do you just save the image file on in the HUD folder?
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You cam Email Me (I'm visible on the Forum) and I'll send you the b2gun2 and b2gunshadow2 files or you can just take a ScreenPic of the HUD and create an INVERSE/GREYSCALE IMAGE for the Shadow.
I think sending the Email is the Way to Go. lol.
I think sending the Email is the Way to Go. lol.
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I've designed a CLEANER IRONMAN II b2gun2.
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Thanks. Yes, the snowflakes are a bit big! But its great for a laugh! lolFrom post: 163129, Topic: tid=10875, author=INKED MICHAEL wrote:VERY COOL but Aren't all those SNOWFLAKES a little Distracting? lol.
Would you like to try to change the text to your alien writing?
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I Decided to Re-Do My COCKIT/HUD/B2GUN2 CONFIG. I Went with the "Old School" look using the EM CUSTOM KIT ccpit2 and 3 File, then Changing them a Bit.
Added some STAMPED METAL to the Inner Sides of My COCKPIT.
From my "b2gun2" File I Removed the CENTER OVAL RECTICLE. Got in the Way with Delivery Contracts.
I Re-Did My COMPASS to Match My SCREENS for a more "MONOCHROMATIC" Look. Just BLUE with Some YELLOW as the Predominant Colors.
COMPASS IS DEAD ON NOW.
I Also Re-Did my "target4b" MISSILE LOCK INDICATOR. Made it PURPLE for Contrast.
I think I'll stick With This for a While...........Yeah......Right. lol.
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Added some STAMPED METAL to the Inner Sides of My COCKPIT.
From my "b2gun2" File I Removed the CENTER OVAL RECTICLE. Got in the Way with Delivery Contracts.
I Re-Did My COMPASS to Match My SCREENS for a more "MONOCHROMATIC" Look. Just BLUE with Some YELLOW as the Predominant Colors.
COMPASS IS DEAD ON NOW.
I Also Re-Did my "target4b" MISSILE LOCK INDICATOR. Made it PURPLE for Contrast.
I think I'll stick With This for a While...........Yeah......Right. lol.
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I've Cleaned Up My IRONMAN II b2gun2 and TOTALLY MODDED EVERY PART OF MY "SILICUM V2" COCKPIT.
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I'm using a REDUCED IRONMAN 1 b2gun2 with a NEW RECTICLE. I Also Added THUMB SCANNERS to My "SILICUM V2" COCKPIT.
One for "SYSTEMS ENGAGE" the Other, "CHARGE WEAPONS" . lol.
One for "SYSTEMS ENGAGE" the Other, "CHARGE WEAPONS" . lol.
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OK, "MILITARIZED" My simple "RING b2gun2". Also replaced ALL TEXT for INERTIAL, MODE, MISSILE LOCK and MDTS with COLORED BARS. I Only looked at the Color Anyway. lol.
Also added a Very Cool new "MISSILE TARGET LOCK BRACKETS". RED with a RED HAZE.
As of Now I've Modded EVERYTHING from my CANNON FIRE to My COCKPIT. Guess I'll start a NEW LOOK for another of My "SILICUM V2" Cockpit. lol.
[Edited on 7-22-2013 by INKED MICHAEL]
Also added a Very Cool new "MISSILE TARGET LOCK BRACKETS". RED with a RED HAZE.
As of Now I've Modded EVERYTHING from my CANNON FIRE to My COCKPIT. Guess I'll start a NEW LOOK for another of My "SILICUM V2" Cockpit. lol.
[Edited on 7-22-2013 by INKED MICHAEL]
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Using a SIMPLE "b2gun2" File now. The THREE GLOWING LIGHTS above My MDTS CIRCLE are For MODE/MDTS/INERTIAL settings.
Color is really All I Look at Now so Why BIG BOXES with "CANNON" or "INERTIAL" Written in them. lol.
Color is really All I Look at Now so Why BIG BOXES with "CANNON" or "INERTIAL" Written in them. lol.
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Hey Mike! I really like your 'simple' b2gun2 set-up for the HUD. The arced lights for the MDTS/modal indicators, and the 'minimalist' approach to screen clutter you've employed with this one, is making me 'itchy'. Although, I can get by famously without the blue-green shield strength indicators in the middle of the targeting reticle. Could you please post a link for it, or possibly ship it along to me? I'd like to give it a test-flight, should you be willing to do so. Thank you very much!
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LOL. Thanks My Friend. I'll EMAIL You the "b2gun2" and "b2gunshadow2" Files as well as the "inertial","mdts" and "mode" files.
I'm Actually getting a Little SICK of the SHIELD STRENGTH INDICATORS MYSELF. lol.
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I'm Actually getting a Little SICK of the SHIELD STRENGTH INDICATORS MYSELF. lol.
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Package received, tuning-in process @ incept stage. Will keep you posted.
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Roger That My Friend. Just Sent you a "TREAT". lol.
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Thanks Mike! Trying to figure out what you did with the heat indicator (heat.png/heatshadow.png) in your screenie example above, and in the craftwork you've sent along. What's the significance of the rectangular box below the reticle? Is that the heat sig indicator/place holder for this mod, or something else ?
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No that's where the MISSILE LOCK (mlock.png) Appears on MY HUD. You May Have To ADJUST IT FOR YOURS.
I'll send you the "mlock" File.
I'll send you the "mlock" File.
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