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Post by admin on Jun 21, 2017 4:19:15 GMT
Okay folks - the period for entries to the SBG Fantasy Design contest is officially closed and the thread locked down. As such, THIS thread will be used for discussion and updates. I have already gone over all the entries and selected a 'shortlist' of 26 designs - a pretty long 'shortlist' - but over the next week or two the finalist designs will be examined and cross examined by the senior smiths and management at BCI to determine how feasible each of the designs is, try to get some idea of how much they will cost to produce, and then - once we have a true shortlist of finalists whose swords CAN be made real.. It is not going to be a super fast process, but rather slow and steady - but oh so very interesting (as there is also a 'world building' exercise attached to this project - and we will also need some artists to help with some of the illustrations of the characters who are alluded to in the backstories, etc). Will update you all again once the BCI team have finished inspecting the so called shortlist.. In the meantime, I wanted to thank everyone who entered the competition or otherwise participated in the thread. An awesome response guys, and some REALLY great and innovative designs..!!! |
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Post by Ifrit on Jun 21, 2017 4:34:04 GMT
I would be more than happy to do illustrations. Even if just the rough sketches. If any of my designs are picked, I would happily do any illustration as a bonus. Even if not to your likings, it could serve as a template or something
I used to practice photo realistic art. So I think it might be okay looking at least.
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Post by sevicler on Jun 21, 2017 4:41:48 GMT
Excuse me Paul, you said something about illustrating the contestant's characters? Are we allowed to upload some of our designs and drafts for these characters?
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Post by Ifrit on Jun 21, 2017 5:38:42 GMT
Even if you do not choose one of us as a main artist, we could upload some designs for who ever you do enlist to take inspiration from
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Post by admin on Jun 21, 2017 5:51:13 GMT
Sounds great guys, such contributins are more than welcome and may well lead to an opportunity to become even more involved in the project (with fair recompensation of course!).
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Post by Ifrit on Jun 21, 2017 6:46:12 GMT
I will supply art regardless  |
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Post by sevicler on Jun 21, 2017 6:48:44 GMT
I'll be happy to upload regardless of whether or not they're selected haha. Its good practice. But it would be kind of wierd if we upload our designs and drafts but our sword wasn't chosen  |
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Post by Ifrit on Jun 21, 2017 7:01:21 GMT
Honestly, any job is a job for me
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Post by SandStormZA on Jun 21, 2017 7:32:57 GMT
Glad I participated in the contest, it was fun even though my art skills are put to shame by toddlers. Anyway, I'd be happy to help contribute to worldbuilding and backstories, even if my designs aren't picked. And good luck to everyone  |
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Post by celegon on Jun 21, 2017 7:33:12 GMT
im not much of an artist but i could give map designs a try if needed. of course if possible let the more qualified artist do it |
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Post by Ifrit on Jun 21, 2017 8:41:24 GMT
 Just a sample of what I can do Maybe not that impressive, but i drank 2 galons of 12% wine |
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Post by sevicler on Jun 21, 2017 10:15:08 GMT
Just a sample of what I can do Maybe not that impressive, but i drank 2 galons of 12% wine That is impressive. Ok I'm gonna post my concepts ASAP |
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Post by ramses1079 on Jun 21, 2017 15:04:03 GMT
Dibs on any and all Dark Elf cities, backstories, deities, guilds.....etc. In my D&D campaign (from almost 20yrs ago) I created a world "dominated" by the Drow, and as such have source materials from R.A Salvatore, Ed Greenwood, and other authors that I've emailed back and forth with over the years, plus original stories, characters, and weapons used in my campaign. I have zero problem with SBG using any of my information for this "world" being created. Paul, let me know whatever you need, okay?
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Post by bellator93 on Jun 21, 2017 22:51:21 GMT
I can do some drawings, if you need some. My stuff looks a more on the cartoonish side rather than realistic though.
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Post by Ifrit on Jun 22, 2017 1:03:35 GMT
Just a sample of what I can do Maybe not that impressive, but i drank 2 galons of 12% wine That is impressive. Ok I'm gonna post my concepts ASAP Thanks man. Much appreciated |
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Post by admin on Jun 22, 2017 7:22:43 GMT
Looks great Djinnobi - yup, this is the kind of thing we need to really flesh out the characters and the fantasy world our mythical swords will appear in.
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Post by ramses1079 on Jun 22, 2017 22:06:47 GMT
Looks great Djinnobi - yup, this is the kind of thing we need to really flesh out the characters and the fantasy world our mythical swords will appear in. I vote here and now that the "common" language spoken in this mythical world be spoken with an Aussie accent (NOT a British one) in honor of our fearless leader!! |
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Post by Ifrit on Jun 22, 2017 22:23:11 GMT
Looks great Djinnobi - yup, this is the kind of thing we need to really flesh out the characters and the fantasy world our mythical swords will appear in. I vote here and now that the "common" language spoken in this mythical world be spoken with an Aussie accent (NOT a British one) in honor of our fearless leader!! But what about the majestic Canadian accent, eh? Paul: Thanks man! The compliment means a lot. I would be more than happy to pitch character designs |
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Post by vermithrax on Jun 22, 2017 22:44:38 GMT
This is so great! Can't wait to see what comes of it all!
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Post by thesylvansmith on Jun 22, 2017 23:33:33 GMT
I am more than happy to do world building and writing for the characters! Especially if any poetry is involved! Ballads are a specialty I can also do rough concept designs as a starting point for professionals to work from |
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