VentGala Posted May 25, 2002 Share Posted May 25, 2002 I use Gmax. This is what I did, and I'll asume that you know all about .pk3's and how to pack/unpack them... I created a new saber model, merged it with the tags from the original model (to ensure they'll end up at the right place), and saved it in the right folder (models\weapons2\saber). Then I applied the material (a .jpg in the right folder) to the model, and gave it a planar map using unwrap UVW. I then exported it as a .md3 file, opened that in Md3View, exported it as a .glm file and zipped it all (except the .gmax file) in to a .pk3 file. Works fine, except the pesky transparacy problem (see earlier posts), but I think I know what went wrong. Yesterday, I browsed through the help files and found a section that basicly said: "Oh, by the way. If you forget to choose this and that option, hidden way down on an obscure list only available when you first create your object, the program will **** your mother, **** your ***, and make sure your model won't work with anything!" I'll try re-modelling the saber W-I-T-H those options tomorrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sintax Posted May 25, 2002 Share Posted May 25, 2002 You should neer stress about release dates. Especially those on a forum. You r not being paid. Also releaseing shody quality goods just to make a release date kinda does more harm than good. So moral do not rush under any reasons than your own. Good luk with the model look forward to it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leagle Posted May 26, 2002 Share Posted May 26, 2002 *Hauls back to limelight* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VentGala Posted May 26, 2002 Share Posted May 26, 2002 I think I've located the problem, the last test I did passed... I'll start on the textures in a couple of days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leagle Posted May 27, 2002 Share Posted May 27, 2002 Originally posted by VentGala I think I've located the problem, the last test I did passed... I'll start on the textures in a couple of days. gg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MessiahErebus Posted May 28, 2002 Share Posted May 28, 2002 So, did you solve that transparency issue? I'm using 3dsmax 4.2, and i have modeled leia's blaster, jango's blaster, and several saber hilts, all without any major problems, once i learned what i was doing. then...i did boba fett's blaster, and for some reason, after trying several ways of altering it, the damn thing keeps coming out partially transparent. I keep getting the inside of the rifle, as opposed to the outside textures. It looks fine in both 3dsmax and md3/glm viewers. I have yet to be able to solve this, or even figure out what is causing it. Examples of the problem: http://www.sphosting.com/megalomania/shot0001.jpg http://www.sphosting.com/megalomania/shot0000.jpg If you or anyone else who knows the solution could contact me at MessiahErebus@hotmail.com i would be very greatful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darthmaul774 Posted May 28, 2002 Share Posted May 28, 2002 Hey man I can't wait send it to me when your done if you would be so kind darthmaul774@hotmail.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VentGala Posted May 28, 2002 Share Posted May 28, 2002 Well, you have what I had! I'm using Gmax myself, so this might not help, but what the h*ll... I managed to get rid of the problem when I noticed that I hadn't selected "create mapping coordinates" or something like that. In Gmax, it's a choise at the bottom of the stack when you first create an object (a cylinder in my case). I couldn't find a way to select once the object was converted into an editable mesh, so I simply re-made the whole saber. This time I made sure it was mapping the coordinates, and I refrained from converting the object, I just gave it an edit mesh modifier on top of the object, and later an unwrap UVW modifier on top of that... I don't know if this info is usable in 3ds max, but it worked for me. Anyway, I should be done with the textures in a couple of days. Started on the basic handle textures yesterday. Later... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
remark 666 Posted May 29, 2002 Share Posted May 29, 2002 same here remark666@hotmail.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autero Posted May 31, 2002 Share Posted May 31, 2002 In 3DS Max you need to check your normals and make sure that they are all facing out. The options for this are in the face options within edit/editable mesh. This was the big feature that NPherno's md3 compiler had that has finally been done within the new pop n fresh md3 exporter for Max 3 and 4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VentGala Posted May 31, 2002 Share Posted May 31, 2002 It's all done now! Check your mailbox often within the next 24 hours, cause I'll start sending it out now. Let me know if you like it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bugkill Posted May 31, 2002 Share Posted May 31, 2002 ventgala, i sent you my email address in a PM and i hoping that you still have it. just in case, i've sent you another PM with it. peace and looking forward to checking out your work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leagle Posted May 31, 2002 Share Posted May 31, 2002 Originally posted by VentGala It's all done now! Check your mailbox often within the next 24 hours, cause I'll start sending it out now. Since I haven't yet got it, could you re-send it because my account was almost full this morning, could bounce... sorry. Something I nvr asked, is it broken or whole? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VentGala Posted May 31, 2002 Share Posted May 31, 2002 It's the whole saber hilt, but I haven't done any "dual-blade-programing". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leagle Posted May 31, 2002 Share Posted May 31, 2002 The textures are non-existant in 1st person. 3rdperson looks sweet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bugkill Posted May 31, 2002 Share Posted May 31, 2002 ventgala, great job on the maul saber hilt. i have'nt tried it in first person, but this is the best saber hilt out (whenever you release it to the public). now, if only someone can crack the code to where you and other bots can have different types of sabers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VentGala Posted June 1, 2002 Share Posted June 1, 2002 I'll look in to that 1st person thingie. Is it possible to go 1st person saber in MP? Never tried that... Keep posting reviews. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exar Kun II Posted June 1, 2002 Share Posted June 1, 2002 If it's not too much trouble vould you add me to the list to receive Maul's saber? Thanks:D sith-lord-1@cox.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perra27 Posted June 1, 2002 Share Posted June 1, 2002 Please send it to me, it would be very nice !! paron_27@hotmail.com or per.davidsson@home.se Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perra27 Posted June 1, 2002 Share Posted June 1, 2002 if its not to much trouble , can someone post a picture?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muramasa Posted June 1, 2002 Share Posted June 1, 2002 maul saber please: wok_chan@hotmail.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leagle Posted June 2, 2002 Share Posted June 2, 2002 Originally posted by Perra27 if its not to much trouble , can someone post a picture?? EAT LEAD YOU OUTTA SPACE OCTOPUSS!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Stantz Posted June 2, 2002 Share Posted June 2, 2002 Add me in too you could. mmmm? TheWulverene@hotmail.com my e-mail it is. Suggest you upload to net, I do though. Yoda talk I do, last 2 posts. Stuck with me it is, heh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VentGala Posted June 2, 2002 Share Posted June 2, 2002 But jediknightii.net haven't uploaded it yet, AND their files section is down... Please keep posting reviews:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandalorian iTi Posted June 2, 2002 Share Posted June 2, 2002 VG, Please send it here man! I want this Maul saber! Maul is the best! lamontagne9@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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