D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Hey guys, As you may have seen in one of the other posts, i'm currently working on a christian RPG. We've been bouncing ideas around for a while, and it's really come together over the past 3-4 months. The storyline is complete, character sheets and tables are complete. The design document will be finished today. This is a really serious project, using the 3d GameStudio engine as my own RPG engine is no where near finished, and we are keen to get moving with this. We have limited financial backing, so i am able to purchase tools and such if you are really serious about joining. We currently need: 3d artists (modellers and texturing) Anyways, if your interested then please post here and i can send you the completed doc later today. Thanks Guys. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
I'm pretty busy. trying to finish up high school... trying to pass my college class.. trying work on my game.. trying to work on my site.. trying to goof off... but I might be able to do some concept art. might. and it might not be too good. ------------------ |
AmazingJas![]() Member Posts: 437 From: Sydney, NSW, AUSTRALIA Registered: 04-03-2003 |
I have 2 questions. 1. Is it an action orientated RPG (eg, Diablo), or classic type RPG. Or perhaps somewhere in between? 2. Is this a commercial project, and if so, how many people do you have, and will you have working on it? |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: 1. The game would be an AD&D style rpg, like Neverwinter Nights an Baldurs Gate. The storyline we have is based around the book of revelation, just in a different setting, instead of seven churches there are seven races... that kinda thing. 2. Yes this is a commercial project, we have about 3-4 so far, but hoping to have between 10-15 people. Thanks guys. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
PointOfLight![]() Member Posts: 60 From: Indiana, USA Registered: 11-26-2001 |
I'm interested in your project. I have never worked with 3D Game Studio, but I have about 12 years of programming experience. If you'd like to chat with me, please private message me or send me an email. I tried to send you an email earlier, but it got rejected. Thanks. ------------------ |
AmazingJas![]() Member Posts: 437 From: Sydney, NSW, AUSTRALIA Registered: 04-03-2003 |
Ok, thanks for the info. I was a tiny bit interested, but I'm just not a fan of the slower rpgs. Just a personal preference. Sincerly hope it works out though! |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: Thanks Jas. Yeh i'm the opposite to you, i can't stand hack an slash rpg's. If thats what your refering to? I'll definately keep you up to date though. Anybody else interested? Especially need artists desperately. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
I actually like both types of RPG. each has its place. lol. as I said... I might be able to do some art. I'll bring up a pic I drew while I was waiting for a ride. not now... tho. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: Thanks ArchAngel that would be great! I'm off to America tommorow, i'll try and get the documents posted to people tonight. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
k.. this pic is pretty much my caliber. my faces don't look that good. spent most of my time drawing space ships and robots when I was a kid. lol Warrior of the Tiger
visiting America? awesome. my homeland... ------------------ [This message has been edited by ArchAngel (edited March 26, 2004).] |
Mr. Ex Nihilo![]() Member Posts: 19 From: Canada Registered: 03-28-2004 |
Hi there, I'm an educational assistant with a background in graphic designer. I am interested in assisting you with your Christian RPG. Please contact me at my email if you would like me to send you some samples: antediluvia007@yahoo.com Yours in Christ ------------------ Hebrews 13:2 (NIV) [This message has been edited by Mr. Ex Nihilo (edited April 26, 2004).] |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
cool... the antediluvian world is an awesome place to set a game and stuff. with nephilim... haha. sry about me preoccupation with them... ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Hey thanks ArchAngel thats really cool. Yeh we could do with some help developing the story and stuff. Mr. Ex Nihilo your work looks pretty kool. It is hard developing the game mechanics of it, and having to sacrifice certain features. Anyways i'll email you. I'm currently in Wooster, Ohio. It's nice here, lots of Amish people which i thought was quite amusing. But i'll be able to give you all some more detail about the game when i get back. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
Mr. Ex Nihilo![]() Member Posts: 19 From: Canada Registered: 03-28-2004 |
Hi again, ArchAngel, How did you submit that artwork in your post above? I tried to copy and paste a sample image into the text and it wouldn't work. I must be doing something wrong. Maybe it's here and it will show up. Mr. Ex Nihilo ------------------ Hebrews 13:2 (NIV) |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
Mr. Ex Nihili (cool name...) - I have a website on which I uploaded my image too... then linking it to here. D-Sipl - sweet. looking forward to it. hooo... I'm gonna be busy these next couple months. lol ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: Heh, i get back to England on the 7th April so will send out all the documents then. Thanks for your support guys. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
graceworks Member Posts: 455 From: Corvallis, Oregon, USA Registered: 03-03-2001 |
Bro Rich! May God grant you safe travels after you visit your brother. You know how swamped I am! But keep me in mind if you are in a real bind. I would hope that I could do okay at level design by now but the question is time. For sure sign me up as a tester. I will have the capability to test most Windows OSes too when you are further along. God bless your efforts, ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: Tim, you know you are the first person i would contact. I'll send you a copy of all the documents when i get back as well, so you can take a look. Take care bro. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Ok folks, i'm leaving for England tonight and will be back tommorow afternoon. So will post things asap. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
cool. safe flying. don't be afraid to knock out any terrorists who say they want to fly the plane into a building. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Ok i've sent you guys the first chapter of the rpg. I need to type the rest up, just im juggling two jobs at the moment (working for the church i go to now as well). I'll get the rest done very soon. D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
woohoo! ------------------ |
Mr. Ex Nihilo![]() Member Posts: 19 From: Canada Registered: 03-28-2004 |
Hi there, Just checking in. Which email did you send the info to? I haven't received anything yet. Really looking forward to assisting you with this. Blessings in Christ, ------------------ Hebrews 13:2 (NIV) |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
question, D-sipl. is the game setting more allegorical? or is it real world? I kinda got the feeling of both. just wanna know the flow of the game. lol. thanks. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: It's actually a bit of both. We didn't want to shy away from God in the Game, yes there is God and Jesus, just set in a fantasy world. A bit different. We're currently up to chapter 15 on paper, but just need to type it up. Sigh it's my birthday today. 20 yearls old now --D-SIPL ------------------ |
nfektious Member Posts: 408 From: Registered: 10-25-2002 |
Happy Birthday! |
zookey![]() Member Posts: 1902 From: Great Falls, Montana, USA Registered: 04-28-2002 |
happy bday dude! ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
oh, k. gotcha. cool. and, Happy Bday! ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
oh, and another question. (yes... another...) what is the setting? like, medieval, fantasy, egyptian, sci-fi, present, roadwarrior-esque, etc. just to see what it looks like. thanks. ------------------ |
Mr. Ex Nihilo![]() Member Posts: 19 From: Canada Registered: 03-28-2004 |
Happy belated birthday! Ah yes -- the "20 years". Anyway, just checking in again. Was I supposed to receive some materials? Maybe I missed something but I don't think I've recived anything yet. If you're still interested in my assistance, please let me know. Blessings, ------------------ Hebrews 13:2 (NIV) |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: yes your right mate. I'll email you in a sec. I've been really busy lately, jugglng two jobs at the moment, so please bare with me on this one, just until i get thinks sorted out. There is one thing i desperately need, and that is someone who can design a website for me. If you can, can you please pm me or email me. Thank you. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
PointOfLight![]() Member Posts: 60 From: Indiana, USA Registered: 11-26-2001 |
I might be able to help you with a web site. If you are interested just send me an email. ------------------ |
Mr. Ex Nihilo![]() Member Posts: 19 From: Canada Registered: 03-28-2004 |
Hi guys, I'm going to have to pull out as far as any assistance I can give is concerned. I'm sorry if this causes any problems. It sounds as if you're going to have an awesome game. I hope everything goes alright for you and your design team. If you really, really, really need some assitance with some graphics, contact me and I'll see what I can do to help you. I'll be editing one of the above posts if I can soon. After praying about some advice at another forum, I've decided the Ex Nihilo game system is probably not suitable for children (and given it a 17+ rating). I would rather the link I posted above be removed than have young children see it and become confused by it. Again, sorry for any confusion. Thanks for your time guys. I'll probably see you around the forums here. Yours in Christ, PS: In case of "graphics" emergency, contact me. ------------------ Hebrews 13:2 (NIV) [This message has been edited by Mr. Ex Nihilo (edited April 26, 2004).] |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
whoa. so why is it for 17+? ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Just a little update. The game design and plan has changed loads. The project was pretty adventureous for an indie team's first project so i've scaled it down a lot. It plays a lot more like an FPS with RPG elements. The design document is now 75% done, just need to add all of the level details, which i haven't completely fleshed out. Storyline is in though, abd game elements. I will then need to complete some storyboard pics. I have started work on, just hashed together a quick menu system and level. Doesn't do a lot, but it has a start game button that starts the level and options for sound and video, also a quit button :P I really do need some help, so please email if you can help in away possible. Thanks Guys. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
Biblegamer1010![]() Member Posts: 32 From: Newtown Pa USA Registered: 09-07-2003 |
Well... if you want my input I think that you shouldn't put anything like magic & spells in that game altough but if you did then I think it should be highly symbolic like C.S. Lewis did. |
Mr. Ex Nihilo![]() Member Posts: 19 From: Canada Registered: 03-28-2004 |
quote: I guess it's because I'm trying to produce the Ex Nihilo game so that it places our Christian faith in a world that has other real-world faiths. This stems from the concept that we as beleivers are "in the world but not "of" it. I've been discussing the implications of this and after prayer felt it more responsible to place some type of age restriction on it. If people are going to play, I would rather have them be soundly rooted in their faith (or "mature" so to speak) so they would not be tempted to give in to something that run's contrary to the Christian faith. I would feel terible if a child had read something in this that made them question their faith in Jesus. Please note, there are no "sexual themes" in it aside from a discussion of why I feel some things go bluntly against God's design for humanity. D-SIPL, if you need assistance, I would still be very willing to help you. I have a fairly good background in illustration graphic design and web-page design. My initial reason for pulling out was becuase I've recently found out that my job has been contracted to another -- thus leaving me potentially unemployed in roughly a month and a half. It's an understatement to say I felt very frustrated. I felt that I should refocus on where my "educational" career was going. However, after praying about it further, I felt that to pull myself out of the possibility of helping you in the "gaming" industry would be going against the Lord. Please let me know what you would like me to do. I am willing to help you in any way that I can if it is within my ability to do so. Blessings, Hope to hear from you soon. Mr. Ex Nihilo
Hebrews 13:2 (NIV) [This message has been edited by Mr. Ex Nihilo (edited October 12, 2004).] |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: Thats what i thought. It could be done, but if you do, some chrisians don't see it as a symbolic way and what put it down as down right occultish. lol. Mr. Ex Nihilo. I have emailed you the design doc, hope you get it ok. I really want to thank you for making yourself available for this project it's really appreciated. God Bless guys. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Just a quick update. The design document is being updated almost daily. A lot of things having to be added to future features as some of them are not feasible right now. I desperately need a Level Designer. I have registred the domain name today and will hopefully have a website up shortly. Please either post here or email me if you are interested. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
chris morgan Junior Member Posts: 1 From: Hornsea, East Yorks, ENGLAND Registered: 05-02-2004 |
Hi, What sort of experience should would this level designer need to have? I personaly have no experience, but its something I would be interested in. Even I could only throw in a few comments, I'd be happy to help. Let me know, God bless, Chris. |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
A willingness to learn, and the tools to be able to make levels. Dedication is mainly what i'm looking for. If it interests you and you think you can pick it up quickly then sure let me know. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
is the project still on? ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Yeh it's just changed slightly. I have a design document if you are interested? --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
sure, send her over! ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Ok i've sent the design doc to you. The domain has been registred and now just currently waiting for the DNS to update. Let me know what you think ArchAngel. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
NileCoder![]() Junior Member Posts: 8 From: winter park, fl, 32792 Registered: 03-20-2004 |
Hey there. I was reading about your project in several posts, but I am curious, are you guys programming in C or C++ ? Please let me know. ------------------ |
zomo![]() Junior Member Posts: 1 From: NC Registered: 06-14-2004 |
yo i want to help designing levels If u want to talk my yahoo id is saved2by2grace msn id is james2dougy@yahoo.com (i got a cracked version of msn) ___ ___ ___ | | | | | | | | | | | | ______| |_____ ____| |____ ___| |___ | | | | | | |_____ ____| |___ ___| |___ ___| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |_| |_| |_| ------------------ |
Mr. Ex Nihilo![]() Member Posts: 19 From: Canada Registered: 03-28-2004 |
D-SIPL, How's the game going? I just thought I'd check in and see how things were going. You should put your web site as your "web page" link in this forum (linked to the little "www home icon" down below your posts). Mr. Ex Nihilo ------------------ Hebrews 13:2 (NIV) [This message has been edited by Mr. Ex Nihilo (edited June 21, 2004).] |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Ok this project is now back up and running again. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: The project will be done in C++. If your interested then let us know and we can tell you more. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
Really? and last disciple? ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: Yup Last Disciple is back on. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
oh... so, the RPG is not. got it. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Lol thats right. I'm looking for some level designers/developers. It will be contract paid for work. If you can do it, then please drop me a line and let me know and we can discuss fee's etc. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Also if there are some 3d modellers/animators/texurers then i am also willing to pay for some art to be done. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
level designers... hmmm.... paid... wow. better drop you a line. along with that sketch. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Yeh do it. I'm really interested in seeing that art work. Was very impressed by the last one. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
k, cool. sry if it's taking a while. I was jobless.. so my dad made me work full time in the backyard putting up a wall, and now I have a job.. so.. enough excuses. I'm putting the image together in my mind... so.. I'm working on it. I'll include more quasi-science on it too. haha. we all love quasi-science. EDIT: oh.. which reminds me... since I'll be explaining the structure of it... you could almost make it like you can upgrade your weapon. like, buy an upgrade to make the shots faster, faster fire rate, more power, more ammo, more accuracy. [This message has been edited by ArchAngel (edited July 23, 2004).] |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: It does sound like a good idea. But then i suddenly thought. End times... to trade you would need the mark of the beast. it would be a cashless society. Maybe find some other way around it. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
Astaldaran Member Posts: 23 From: Registered: 06-12-2003 |
Their is always the black market. It would be with criminals and other christians. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
There is, but what would you trade? Maybe in equipment or trinkets that you pick up on the way? hmmm.... A good idea thanks. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
in gold... everything comes down to gold... haha. okay, I just finished yet another economic class. you don't even need to trade with money, if you want. you can have it so that, when you accomplish so many objectives, you rise in rank and are given an upgrade of your choice. just another thing thrown up. ------------------ |
kiwee![]() Member Posts: 578 From: oxfordshire, england Registered: 04-17-2004 |
soooo....concept art? what do you mean? cuzz i might be able to help ------------------ |
Astaldaran Member Posts: 23 From: Registered: 06-12-2003 |
actualy I advise you leave gold out of it. In such desperate times gold would be worth nothing to criminals/ christians. I think most of it would be bartering, just assign everything a "worth" (point) value for the system to know what to trade. I think one of the main thingss being traded would be food. ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
I'm still gonna put up my rank theory. you'd be part of the Christian Underground, the Ristance, etc, and according to you sucesses, you will be given better equipment. ------------------ |
Timmyls![]() Junior Member Posts: 1 From: Lake Elsinore Registered: 07-24-2004 |
im curious of the game - i m a gamer and am interested in playin it |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
Gamers. we need a fan basing. haha. they'res info on: ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: Heh. I like the idea of trading. Other christians will find it hard to get things like food, and it would be something you could trade. Anyways the site is up in a very limited basic form. May work on it if i have time later. Unfortunately i've had to teach myself level development as i know of no-one who can help out, and that is takin time. Have some screenshots as well. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
what kind of level development? besides, what engine are you using? (can't belive I didn't ask this earlier.) oh, and I'm working on the sketch now. ------------------ |
Brandon![]() Member Posts: 594 From: Kansas City, Mo, USA Registered: 02-02-2004 |
Hey guys, This sounds pretty interesting. I'll be dropping you a line soon D-SIPL. Maybe I could help out some. ![]() God Bless! ----------------- [This message has been edited by brandon (edited July 25, 2004).] |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
I'll send you the design doc again, it's got details about the engine in that. Plus it has been added to, mainly to add stuff talked about here. level development is flexible as long as i can get the levels in the right format, i'll check the formats out. That would be great Brandon. Thanks Guys. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
www.disciplexstudios.com has a quick screenshot, nothing special, it's what i've done on my own, so it's nothing spectacular... i should stick to programming ![]() --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
mind if I post it on my site? ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
No go ahead ![]() --D-SIPL ------------------ |
d000hg Member Posts: 144 From: Durham, UK Registered: 07-27-2004 |
quote:No offence but that's not only very patronising to younger people but also borderline deceitful. You think the only way people will stay with Christ is if they don't know anything about other faiths? To start with I'm sure most people over 12 know there are such things as Jews and Muslims, besides which it's better to have a knowledge of other faiths to understand the differences between them and Christianity. If people are Christians they're not going to convert because of a game, unless they were totally unsecure in the first place. People like that are just waiting for an excuse to drop away. Also, the PR of your choice really gives ammunition to those who like to accuse us of their view of 'Fundamentalism' - ban violent films or anything which has reference to evlolution, other faiths or non-Christian spirituality. And by banning it to under 17s you're making them think thee's something illicit and 'cool' about these other faiths - giving them the status of something evil but also very powerful. For someone young that's a real turn-on! Don't schools teach about all the major faiths anyway, or books/TV at that level at least? Sorry to seem harsh but you're bordering on legalism it seems to me, or at the very least inappropriate levels of 'protection' for young minds. Can't their parents decide? A one page synopsis of the theme of the game will tell them if they thing it's bad. A big 'warning: This game contains scenes of other faiths' notice is just laughable though [This message has been edited by d000hg (edited July 29, 2004).] |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
well, the parents are going to decide. or decide not to. I mean, it's not like he's going go around and make sure all those who play would be a certain age. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
I can see your point. And it is a discussion that maybe we can carry into another thread. Mr Ex Nihilo did say that he prayed about it and God led him to do that. Now if God says jump, I say "how high?". I will always do as God tells me, that way i don't step out of his covering for my life. I was taught about Muslims, Jews, Islam at school by the age of 13, and it dodn't have an effect on me, i just saw how many flaws there were in other religions. But i must say, if i wasn't grounded in the word of God, then maybe i would have questioned my Faith in God, and may have led me to all different kinds of trouble, and that wouldn't have had to be necessary had i not have opened my mind to that junk. Just some thoughts. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Just a quick screenshot for you guys... First level, then prison cell. --D-SIPL ------------------ [This message has been edited by D-SIPL (edited July 30, 2004).] |
d000hg Member Posts: 144 From: Durham, UK Registered: 07-27-2004 |
quote:I'm sure many suicide bombers feel they are following God too! Judging by the huge range of (often contradictorary) behaviour exhibited by Christians we can't just accept that if someone says 'God told me to do this' He actually did. That's why the NT teaches us to bring our prophecies/words etc to the church to be tested and prayed oer before they're acted on. Not meaning to attack - more a general point here! |
Mr. Ex Nihilo![]() Member Posts: 19 From: Canada Registered: 03-28-2004 |
quote: Sorry for trying to be responsible for my actions. If you want to discuss this further, we can take it to another thread so that it doesn't frustrate people who are trying to do some really good work here for Christ. ------------------ Hebrews 13:2 (NIV) [This message has been edited by Mr. Ex Nihilo (edited July 30, 2004).] |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
lol. which reminds me.. D-SIPL. I sent you the concept sketch. it includes a couple possible addons; side, top and 3d view(well, sorta. lol); and some sketches of the shots. ------------------ |
SavedTico Junior Member Posts: 1 From: Fayetteville,NC USA Registered: 07-31-2004 |
I spent about twenty four years or so playing RPG's, but they were not the type the Lord would have approved of. I am thrilled to have read about Christian RPG's and I would love to help out if I may. Please e-mail me with any requests dealing with storylines or creative writing as in these areas I may be able to help. |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: That would be great, we may need some help soon. I will pm you. The files are quite large but more screenshots here... --D-SIPL ------------------ |
silicon_chippy![]() Member Posts: 208 From: Scotland Registered: 10-26-2002 |
Hi D-SIPL, I will be happy to help in any way I can. ------------------ |
silicon_chippy![]() Member Posts: 208 From: Scotland Registered: 10-26-2002 |
PS D-SIPL-""I was taught about Muslims, Jews, Islam at school by the age of 13"" I went to school in England and it seemed that the only religions the vast majority of staff were interested in were those. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Yeh i noticed that. It's like they looked down on christianity... hmmm strange. It would be great if you could help. Whats your area of expertise? --D-SIPL ------------------ |
silicon_chippy![]() Member Posts: 208 From: Scotland Registered: 10-26-2002 |
""It would be great if you could help. Whats your area of expertise?"" --D-SIPL I would like to help you with the website. I would also like to help with whatever was needed. Please email me at chr1sc0@aol.com to see how I can help your' project. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
cool, will do. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
silicon_chippy![]() Member Posts: 208 From: Scotland Registered: 10-26-2002 |
Just a small query. Which version of 3d gamestudio will we be using. Also wondering whether we will be using C-script mostly or C++. Thanks in advance ------------------ |
silicon_chippy![]() Member Posts: 208 From: Scotland Registered: 10-26-2002 |
PS are you planning on using an external compiler, if so which one? ------------------ |
d000hg Member Posts: 144 From: Durham, UK Registered: 07-27-2004 |
I guess there is an attitude of making fun of Christianity in the UK. Because it's the 'state religion' people see a lot of it in the very orthodox, traditional sense which is pretty dull. By contrast other faiths are more foreign and therefore interesting, especially when they are tied into eastern cultures which are very interesting int their own right to westerners. Very few people here know that Christianity really talks about miraculous healings, speaking in tongues etc. Otherwise more 'spiritual' people (interested in crystal healing and so on) would probably be interested; wheras in fact those ready to try any spiritual thing and mix them all together would dismiss Christianity as dull, when actually it has the exact things they want! |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: We are currently using the A6 engine at the moment. One of the levels was partly done in A5 it's just for coding purposes to use A6. I doubt we will use an externel compiler, but who knows. i'll get that email to you. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
silicon_chippy![]() Member Posts: 208 From: Scotland Registered: 10-26-2002 |
Sorry I meant which version of A6 would I need. How much is it likely to cost? ------------------ |
Astaldaran Member Posts: 23 From: Registered: 06-12-2003 |
"Don't schools teach about all the major faiths anyway" That is what I use to think, until I went to public school. They teach you about muslims,butists, etc but barely mention judiasm (except for the holocaust) and basicly nothing about christianity. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: I'm using the Extra edition. Depends what you want to do, if you want to code then you will also need the Extra edition, if you want to do levels then the Standard will be fine which is like £30 --D-SIPL ------------------ |
silicon_chippy![]() Member Posts: 208 From: Scotland Registered: 10-26-2002 |
Please send me that email, I am always a guy that likes to under promise and over deliver. If your project is too big for me, I am quite happy making tea. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Have sent you an email. Thanks --D-SIPL ------------------ |
silicon_chippy![]() Member Posts: 208 From: Scotland Registered: 10-26-2002 |
Thankyou, I received it. I will get back to you shortly. ------------------ |
Dasius![]() Junior Member Posts: 1 From: Calgary,Alberta,Canada Registered: 07-10-2004 |
Hey i've been keeping myself updated on this part of the forum since June of this year, and i'm very interested in this game you guys are working on. I got a question tho; What time period is the game set in? I would love to lend my services. I can do concept art ( mostly medieval art and a bit of sci-fi), a bit of 3d modeling ( still working on the human body) and level design. Email me if you need me at Shadowdawnz@hotmail.com. I'll pray that God will bless the talents of each one of you and to the success of this game. ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
it's the very near future. less than 50 years. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Yeh it's within 50 years. The first level design-wise is done, it's huge and it;s amazing. Brandon has done an awesome job. Currently taking me around 5 minutes to compile so far! Some screenies coming soon. Can anybody help with a website? --D-SIPL ------------------ |
Klumsy![]() Administrator Posts: 1061 From: Port Angeles, WA, USA Registered: 10-25-2001 |
with design or hosting of a website? i can help with hosting. ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
I have the screenshots compiled on my website... http://www.soterionstudios.com/7128/27507.html
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D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: I have the hosting, just the website is rubbish and I hand coded it. I never get round to actually ever updating it, so i just need someone to design and develop a website and maintain it. ArchAngel - Did you not recieve my email? I loved the pics, now including it into the design document, so that means... welcome aboard basicly! Things we need now: Web designer/developer --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
No! I haven't got the e-mail! All I get is junk mail! now I'm really suspecting that my e-mail has gone evil on me. tho, I am glad to hear you like the sketches. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: Yeh all of the above would be great. I did like the sketches they were really cool. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
good.. good. lol I'm gonna post it on my website. um. do you think we should make another topic for this. actually, I'll do the second anyways. [This message has been edited by ArchAngel (edited August 23, 2004).] |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Yeh i wander if Make could let us have some space on the Forum. I know there is a locked area for TGS stuff etc. Is this a possibility Mack? --D-SIPL ------------------ |
Mack![]() Administrator Posts: 2779 From: Registered: 01-20-2001 |
Private or Public? ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Private would be best. Just so that we can discuss things regarding the project. Would this be ok? --D-SIPL ------------------ |
Mack![]() Administrator Posts: 2779 From: Registered: 01-20-2001 |
What would you like it named? ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
DiscipleX Studios please. Thanks Mack i appreciate it. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
crazyishone![]() Member Posts: 1685 From: Registered: 08-25-2004 |
i am Very interested in Last Desciple. I read the whole history of this forum, so im kinda up to date on what u guys are trying to do. I have limited skills in game design, but should be better after this first semester of school. I have alot of ideas and am willing to help in any way i can! Very interested. |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
your in your first semester too? awesome. at the end, I should know some Java. (java is not my choice! lol) ------------------ |
Mack![]() Administrator Posts: 2779 From: Registered: 01-20-2001 |
quote: No problem, it's up and ready for you to use. I've sent an email to you concerning how to moderate over it. |
crazyishone![]() Member Posts: 1685 From: Registered: 08-25-2004 |
is there any way that i can rely help in this stage of developement, or have i kinda missed the bus on this one? |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
okay. cool. let me in now. lol. ------------------ |
crazyishone![]() Member Posts: 1685 From: Registered: 08-25-2004 |
ha ha. I didnt mean to be pushy. Its just that game creating interests me, christian gaming is a great idea, and this project seems to hold water. Even if i can jus read the forums and throw in a comment here and there. (in a healthy, non obsesive way, of course... )
[This message has been edited by crazyishone (edited August 27, 2004).] [This message has been edited by crazyishone (edited August 27, 2004).] |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Hey thats great Crazyishone. We do need level designers/developers still. We almost have the second level completed now. Some solid code starting to be written as well, so progress is good. There is only 3 of us working on this project at the moment, there has been interest though. Send me an email, and let me know what you would like to do, and i can then add you to the DiscipleX Studios Forum. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
crazyishone![]() Member Posts: 1685 From: Registered: 08-25-2004 |
D_SIPL I sent u that e-mail telling how i think i can help. Game shots look good. It'll be a great success. Life's like a story. That's why people love rpg's. They are about lives, which makes them great stories. If that story is one with Christian values, God knows what good things can happen. ------------------ |
crazyishone![]() Member Posts: 1685 From: Registered: 08-25-2004 |
crud. my outlook edxpress isnt set up, and yahoo is having issues. ill send the e-mail as a pm.Ok? ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
D-sipl, what exactly would a level designner/developer do? ------------------ |
crazyishone![]() Member Posts: 1685 From: Registered: 08-25-2004 |
Yeah? what would one do? would design include programming? ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Well the level designer would help with the design doc, think of obejectives draw a blue print of the level. The level developer would then use a world editor to create the levels like WorldCraft or something. They would then send it to us and we work on the code. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
BTW ArchAngel and Brandon - I have added you both to the DiscipleX Studios forum section. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
crazyishone![]() Member Posts: 1685 From: Registered: 08-25-2004 |
D_SIPL, I can do level design for you. Tell me the basic objectives, and I'll design it... ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
I'll level design, on my spare time that is. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Thanks guys. We are still desperately looking for 3d modellers/artists. If you can help reply here, pm me, or email me please. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
crazyishone![]() Member Posts: 1685 From: Registered: 08-25-2004 |
3D art or concept art and stuff? ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
3d art. Concept art we are starting to get we just need people to make those real models. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
crazyishone![]() Member Posts: 1685 From: Registered: 08-25-2004 |
oh. ok. then i prob. cant help u there. Did u get those samples i sent? ( they werent that good, i just threw them together 4 u.) ------------------ [This message has been edited by crazyishone (edited September 05, 2004).] |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Ok just needed to post an update. We have 2 levels modeled to far. Things have been slow on my part the past month due to family and work commitments. Can anyone make a website for us? Any Artists out there that can help? --D-SIPL ------------------ |
Wacko4X![]() Member Posts: 92 From: Bellvue, WA, USA Registered: 08-21-2002 |
D-SIPL, I'm a little interested (I'm a coder and planning on heading to DigiPen next year), but I'm more interested in looking at your design doc and really trying to understand how one is put together. Would it be okay to get a copy of it? Thanks, Wacko |
Conan![]() Member Posts: 69 From: the world Registered: 06-27-2004 |
I can help a bit, but not with the web page, cos i'm not too good at that stuff... But i can do level modelling, animating and programming, and i think it'd be a cool thing, seeing what's been mentioned in this topic... (Geez what a mouthful!) Well, then... just answer... |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Hey Conan thats great. If you could send some sample work that you have done via email that would be great. I'll get back to you shortly. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
jzyehoshua Junior Member Posts: 2 From: Montgomery, IL, USA Registered: 01-03-2005 |
Hey, great to see something like this happening! I'm not sure if I can be of much help yet, I'm majoring in computer programming and specifically in C++ but doubt I know enough to be any kind of a help yet. I'm not bad at setting up websites but probably not good enough for you, although a friend of mine, the administrator of http://GODisreliable.com could probably help you out. His yahoo id is GODisreliable. Websites I've setup are at http://jzyehoshua.8m.com and http://zambrano.bravehost.com. If you need help with storylines I can probably offer about as much creative assistance as anyone and although I doubt it'll come up, I can write excellent poetry too, as an opening or whatever. All the stuff authored by jzyehoshua here is mine, use it if you want http://godisreliable.com/viewforum.php?f=9 The Freedom one took 1st for the state a few years back. I'm also starting to dabble with the paintshop stuff thanks to that admin I told you about, but still am not that great. Let me know if I can be of service, even to just get the word out about this project. In a few months I might know enough about C++ to be of more help. Otherwise I'm not too familiar with much outside of QBasic. ------------------ John 10:30 I and my Father are one. |
Conan![]() Member Posts: 69 From: the world Registered: 06-27-2004 |
Well, D-SIPL... never done any big stuff, and my computer got a virus bout 3 months ago, so most of the stuff i'd done before that are wiped out... (at least the modelling/animating part). About the programming part, well... mostly games for my cousins and the like, until a month ago, when i started the Dynamic Coder thingy (i don't think i put it up in the showcase.. i'll add it to my to do list), writen in Blitz3D (wasn't in the mood for the long way, a.k.a. C++. Oh well, that's about it... Yeah, not too great a portfolio, Oh well, Your Brother In Christ (and in blood for that matter, wee all have Adam, Eve and Noah in common ;D) Conan |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
It's lame when that happens. I had my hard drive go down about a year a go and lost a lot of stuff... not good. Ok well maybe you want to make some 3d models, maybe a gun or something similar and email it to me. I'll check it out and get back to you. Thanks Conan jzyehoshua - We have someone who will be working on the site now. How long have you been programming in C++ for? You may still be able to help with some stuff. --D-SIPL ------------------ |
jzyehoshua Junior Member Posts: 2 From: Montgomery, IL, USA Registered: 01-03-2005 |
I just finished a basic class in it, will be taking another this semester. They didn't teach us a thing about game creation in my class though so I doubt I'll be much help. ------------------ John 10:30 I and my Father are one. |
Conan![]() Member Posts: 69 From: the world Registered: 06-27-2004 |
@jzyehoshua Don't worry, C++ is easy (i've heard everyone that says this somehow crashes all his projects, tho...) @D-SIPL I'm, like, not too good at modelling as long as human body/modern weaponry is concerned, but i can do any type medieval weapon AND any kinda lvl, PLUS, i can program purdy well in C++, C, BlitzBasic, VBasic and, um..., that's it! |
MadProf Member Posts: 181 From: Larnaka, Cyprus Registered: 01-24-2001 |
Going back just quickly to the convo from the end of page one... even though I am doubtful about an age-limit for the sake of faith-security, I am fairly sure that if you put an age-limit on it, it will improve sales in a secular market place :-) Looks good guys, God bless, Dan ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
quote: Well maybe we could sell it in christian stores with no age restriction. Then sell it in secular stores as an 18 --D-SIPL ------------------ |
graynod![]() Member Posts: 17 From: richmond, VA, USA Registered: 09-28-2004 |
hi, I'm interested in working on the project. I finished my MS in Computer Science in August & am now getting bored & restless searching for jobs (not a lot where I'm at involving graphics programming, I'm finding...). You can find out more about me & see some screenshots of my work at: http://www.freewebs.com/graynod/thesis/index.html Mostly I'm into C/C++, SDL, and OpenGL. I'd love to work on a 3D project. This one looks as if it's going great, kudos guys! Feel free to e-mail me (graynod@gmail.com) any info or questions. May the Lord bless you and keep you, and the project as well. ------------------ |
D-SIPL![]() Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
Hey Graynod, i'll email you the details. --D-SIPL ------------------ |