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    Redesign of all HQ and support factories

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    • SaverS Offline
      Saver @Nory
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      @Nory Once I've finished the project, I'll take another look at this version and experiment with it. But I can't say when I'll try it.

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        Saver
        last edited by Saver

        Here's my first version, recreating the old Cybran HQ similar to the original model.

        This version doesn't contain any stretched textures, but it's also not quite as massive as the original.

        Here are a few pictures for comparison.

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        The current model is now part of the mod Re+FAF.

        I'll be working on the subsets in the coming days. I hope to present a playable version next weekend.

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          Saver
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          Here are the HQ levels T1 - T2 - T3 including comparison pictures from the old mod models.

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          • SaverS Offline
            Saver
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            Hey, as previously announced, the new Cybran Land factories can now be used.

            For a better comparison, all models are included in both mods.

            In addition to the adjusted components, the height of the mounting arms has also been slightly increased. Especially in the case of the T2, it was so low that units clipped through it. The LOD1 models and the flashing lights have also been adjusted. The flashing lights have been repositioned.

            That's the current status for now.

            Here are a few pictures, as usual, for easy comparison.

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            See you soon.

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            • K Offline
              Katharsas
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              Very nice work!

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                HotCheeseInRear
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                This is amazing

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                • SaverS Offline
                  Saver
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                  Hey,

                  Here's the update for the Cybran Air Factory. It's now more massive, but without the radio tower. I think it already looks good for a T3.

                  In this case, however, I had a good template from the core game. There was a component called Floating, which I used and retextured.

                  Here are a few more pictures for comparison. I hope you enjoy testing it again.

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                  Thanks for all the positive feedback.

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                    Saver
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                    By the way, a little insight for those unfamiliar with mods. Here are all the main files that had to be edited just for the Air Factory.
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                    This is just a fraction of the work that goes into FAF. And now imagine the entire game. So, many thanks again to the FAF team.

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                    • DDDXD Offline
                      DDDX
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                      ok but these are just animations and meshes.
                      The real "fun" starts when you need to add functionality beyond what was originally programmed. I'm thinking the revamp of veterancy gain, from number of units killled to % of unit's mass worth killed. Now THAT's what I call work.
                      And its result is what, 1 file slightly modified? Nothing to see. But so much work, and such awesome QOL improvement.

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                      • SaverS Offline
                        Saver
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                        ^^ I completely agree with you. It was only meant to serve as an example. However, a lot of work went into this project as well. Just think about how much time the creators of these amazing AIs had to put in. But I think every user should just get a hint or a sense of the effort.

                        By the way, the Cybrans' water factory is also in development. But unfortunately, I can't promise whether there will be another update this weekend.

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                          Saver
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                          Hello everyone, here's my first attempt at the Cybran Water Factory. I find the basic T3 HQ model to be okay, so I only added two indicators. The support factories were influenced more.

                          All factories have received taller control towers. Additionally, the floating section has been removed from the T1 model, which only appears again on the HQ models.

                          The support factories have received ventilation elements on the main body to more easily distinguish between T2 and T3 when viewed from above. Other components on the decks that were only present on the HQ models have been removed.

                          Here are the pictures for comparison.

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                            Saver
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                            • QuantumTyphoonQ Offline
                              QuantumTyphoon
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                              I really don't think that the factories should look like giant office buildings with tiny windows. The Harbinger doesn't look like a giant walker in game. Just another big tank. I think the tiny windows should all together be removed from the texture. Or even the windows should be larger as in a large room overlooking the construction process. Like you see in airports overlooking the airliners docking and so on.

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                                Saver @QuantumTyphoon
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                                @QuantumTyphoon

                                Hey, I understand your point. However, changing the texture is neither within my current capabilities nor was it my intention, as the models should remain close to the base game.

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                                If I were to enlarge the texture so that the windows become larger, the textures would also suffer significantly in terms of appearance. Here's an example.
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                                If I misunderstood your feedback, please feel free to contact me again.

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                                  Saver @Nomander
                                  last edited by Saver

                                  @Nomander Hi, and thanks again for your tip. I've been browsing the FAF's Github again and now I understand the function a bit. ^^. Unfortunately, it's not really my strong suit. But hey, here's a little update on the Mercury Pool for Aeon's T3 ships.

                                  For testing purposes, I also incorporated the customization into the standard mod. Here are a few pictures of the customization so others can see what I meant 😉

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                                  That's it from me for now. See you soon 🙂

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                                  • SaverS Offline
                                    Saver
                                    last edited by Saver

                                    Hi, I'm currently finishing the Seraphim. I'm keeping most of the current models. However, a few adjustments are necessary to make the animations for the conversion work. First, here's the Water
                                    Factory.

                                    The markers are intended to draw focus to the changes.
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                                    Feel free to tell me your opinion.

                                    I also have a small request. Could someone with experience take a look at the blueprint? I can't find the error why the death animations in the unit T1 don't play when the shipyards are destroyed 😖 I'd appreciate any advice.

                                    While I wait for an answer, I'll take a look at Seraphim's Land and Air. Maybe I'll find the error again along the way .

                                    Well, anyone who wants to can test it out in the update.

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                                      Saver
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                                      LOD 1 models

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                                        Saver
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                                        Here's the penultimate factory.

                                        The Seraphin Air Factory.

                                        Unfortunately, I had to modify the factory more. Why? Well, it's because of the flying base platform and the flying elements that would randomly stop during updates, thus destroying the semi-structure of the template. To stay similar to the basic image of the HQ factory, I copied two elements and permanently attached them to the factory. Additionally, I added the lower construction spotlights to the main platform, which are intended to emphasize the quick distinction between the HQ and support factories. Here are the pictures for comparison. I hope this model will also be viewed positively. If not, feel free to give your suggestions.

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                                        So then, off to the final spurt with the Seraphim Land 👽 👩‍💻 👨‍🏭

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                                          Saver
                                          last edited by Saver

                                          So now, here's the final factory. Seraphim Land. The changes are quite minor. A tweak to the texture and animations for all factory variants. Here are the pictures, as usual.

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                                          What am I going to tackle now? First, I'll check the error in the Sera Water Factory again. Then I'll take another look at the Aeon Land Factory. If you have any feedback for other factories, please let me know.

                                          So, that's it for now.

                                          I hope all users have fun 🙂

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                                          • QuantumTyphoonQ Offline
                                            QuantumTyphoon
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                                            Please. Unwrap the model. I can make the textures. Simple.

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