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swambast started following Time to improve the old SF2 jets, Vietnam Lovers – Unite!, YAP AND RISING SUN for wov and and 3 others
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Vietnam Lovers – Unite!
swambast posted a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - General Discussion
I know the golden era of Vietnam passion is behind us, and many prefer post-Vietnam flying these days. But, I’ve been especially motivated by some recent activities. This includes some behind the scenes discussions with veteran modders. And GKABS recent work with the Intruder, has been really great to see. Beyond this, considering the never ending controversary of YAP stuff, multiple tragedies on the WTR Project and a general lapse in Vietnam-era assets…I thought it would be interesting to start a specific thread for those that still find this Vietnam era appealing. And especially any modders that would be willing to potentially collaborate on projects. From there I had some additional ideas to share if there's enough interest. Welcome your thoughts and comments on this topic, thanks. -
YAP AND RISING SUN for wov
swambast replied to DEVIL11's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - General Discussion
Sorry, I really was not planning to post anything, but holy hell...I mean...holy hell. So much misinformation here, makes my head spin. For example, there are countless items from SF1/YAP ported to the new SF2 version as part of that scope - does that mean now it's all ethical, moral and legal...LOL? There are still plenty of concerns with content in this revamp project (not said lightly and supported by evidence). The project leader is absolutely trying to do the right thing, but he's inherited a hodge podge of illegal and/or unauthorized assets that's still used for the SF2 version. And there remains unethical modders that in my opinion stain the entire efforts undertaken. The leader is caught in the crossfire between progress and doing it ethically; please don't make sweeping claims and facts on this topic as myself and many other veteran modders lived through this time then and now and know the real story – and this portrayal is not it. -
WIP - B-52 / Large Aircraft: Military Hangar
swambast replied to swambast's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - General Discussion
OK, nearing final completion - I know it's Overkill with the details but honestly that's part of the work I enjoy the most; recently added in portable diagnostic testing unit, portable arc welding station unit and rolling tool carts. And I packed/optimized nearly all the prop textures into a single 1024 res map with super low poly mesh props so should be minimal impact. Sorry in advance, some last shots are captured right from MAX viewport. -
Wrench - Quick/Kwik Mart Request
swambast replied to swambast's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - General Discussion
I'm so sorry to hear that Wrench, I hope better days are coming for you and Teddy. I saw even the Kwik-E-Mart put up a new sign... -
Wrench - Quick/Kwik Mart Request
swambast replied to swambast's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - General Discussion
I made this just as a joke really, does anyone actually want this? @Wrench PM or email me some high-res photo references on what you really want (front, rear, side, top views, etc.) and I'd be happy to make one for you - isn't there a genuine "real" Quickie food mart chain popular in California? -
WIP - B-52 / Large Aircraft: Military Hangar
swambast replied to swambast's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - General Discussion
Ground tug with trailer and mobile light generator now fully completed as well. -
WIP - B-52 / Large Aircraft: Military Hangar
swambast replied to swambast's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - General Discussion
Added in auxiliary support building; working to finalize all the prop assets I've been working on over the past few weeks to really jazz things up. Should be completed any day now, @Wrench will get first dibs for initial testing. -
Gepard gets his McDonalds!
swambast replied to swambast's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - General Discussion
A very important and strategic target such as this, really should have some basic protection anyway... I'll work with Gep to get both versions available, clean and camo. The camo texture will be stand-alone, so you can edit just that file to whatever camo pattern you want. -
WIP - B-52 / Large Aircraft: Military Hangar
swambast replied to swambast's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - General Discussion
Back to some serious work...decided to leverage same tug texture to add some variety, so created a trailer version...like so. FYI I'm a little lazy, so this is a screenshot right from the viewport. -
Time to improve the old SF2 jets
swambast replied to GKABS's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - Mods & Skinning Discussion
Man, that is so awesome - thanks for doing serious work and it's looking fantastic! One suggestion might be to lower/make more subtle bump mapping on texture but might be fine... -
Wrench - Quick/Kwik Mart Request
swambast posted a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - General Discussion
So sorry, I just couldn't resist...some quick low res screenies right from the viewport... Seriously though Wrench, PM or email me some high-res photo references on what you really want (front, rear, side, top views, etc.) and I'd be happy to make one for you.- 8 replies
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WIP - B-52 / Large Aircraft: Military Hangar
swambast replied to swambast's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - General Discussion
As previously mentioned, finished up the utility ground tug for hangar eye-candy, looks good to me but let me know of any proposed changes. -
Gepard gets his McDonalds!
swambast posted a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - General Discussion
Still heavy travel days for me and appreciate Gepard’s incredible patience; happy to share I’m putting the final touches on the redux McDonalds model for him. Now we get to go from a “stand in” model to something more compelling. It was pretty fun working on this, acquired an excellent base model and then spent a lot of time detailing out with mesh enhancements and certainly texture work. Also, want to fully acknowledge up front all credit for the base figures goes to Geezer (I am grateful to be trusted with his source models, these I rigged up in new poses and textures). As-is often my problem, spent too much time dinkering around with adding in details...LOL. Anyway, should finish off soon, thanks Gep for your patience and allowing me to create this for you. I know I still owe you and several others updates on other requests and they are all still in-progress. From this: To this:- 9 replies
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@Coupi Big congrats on this achievement, the never ending love-hate relationship of being a Thirdwire modder - thanks for all your contributions and cheers to being on the team!
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Time to improve the old SF2 jets
swambast replied to GKABS's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 2 Series - Mods & Skinning Discussion
Wow, little behind these days but what an absolute awesome surprise - love the "old school" love here! Great job GKABS, and if you have any more 'Nam focused aircraft next let me know as I'd be extremely interested in supporting/helping. Looking great so far and keep it going, so cool!