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By VonBeerhofen
It fixes the 2 missing cables in the stock EAW model TMOD12_H/TMOD13_H.3DZ. The .ZIP contains ALL files relating to the bridge and in most EAW versions it suffices to extract the ZIP directly into your game folder where EAW.EXE resides. Beware if these TMOD slots contain a different object/model as it will be overwritten when present!
VonBeerhofen
(EAW Launchpad Janitor)
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By VonBeerhofen
Here's a quick mock-up of 3 different rock models using the same skin in a desert environment. These models were not additionally resized but instead a sloping hilly terrain was used and the models were grouped so close together so multiples look like a single rock formation, each model isn't larger then a default forrest 3DZ. Ofcourse one could use different drawings on each model too and it could probably mimic the cliffs of Dover with an appropriate drawing and a special coastal tile for it or perhaps reefs or mountain ridges. Plenty of ideas here but a lot of work,
An Old Rocker
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By MarkEAW
What can experienced users tell me about EAW 3DZ modelling, RS and tools?
I'm not trying to build anything specific and I don't have a whole lot of time to learn, But highlights would be favorable.
Like I know for EAWv1.2 there are specific programs used. I think I have them all. Unfortunately some are DOS , some are WindowsOS usage.
I know you plan out the model before you begin using the 3DZ Studio program (which one is best?)
How would I keep the RS in check as I add to the model?
etc..
Thank you in advanced for the help and tips.
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By VonBeerhofen
Let me assure you that there's nothing ''buggy'' about them, but I guess that some people just lack the skill to create them as they're not easy to create and require quite a bit of time. Sure enough they're different then the flat shadows which simply don't have a perspective view. Ofcourse they're not true shadows, just as the default shadows also aren't true shadows and are lacking certain aspects we all associate with shadows.
For instance 2D shadows are incapable of showing the tailfin because it has none, nor is it capable of showing a sideway view of the fuselage and a topdown view depemding on the viewangle, as opposed to the 3D shadow. They're just flat and boring, at least that's my view, and I wouldn't call them buggy for that reason, they're just one solution to add shadow to a game which is incapable of doing the real calculations we see in more modern games.
The 3D shadows are another solution which I and many others feel is much more interesting and possibly can be properly animated one day with the roll or dive of airplanes showing the model at appropiate angles, something which is impossible with the 2D shadows. So that leaves the question which is more buggy? Ofcourse the shadows can easily be replaced by their 2D counterparts, which are still in the game's 3D CDF, I mean you don't have to like them just because I like them but calling them ''buggy'' seems a bit over the top.
VonBeerhofen
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