C3G Mapmaker Contest Thread

[quozl]

Join the C3G as an official C3G Mapmaker!

Do you have what it takes to make SUPER maps and scenarios?

Then enter the C3G Mapmakers Contest to show everyone what you have got!

The Rules:

Enter two maps that are designed for C3G superscape. They can be casual maps, competitive maps, or even scenarios!

There are no specific number of master sets and expansions required for the map builds but please do keep in mind that we want our fans to be able to build these maps so keep your requirements reasonable.

The maps/scenarios must have a Batman theme (what that means is up to you!)

The C3G Mapmakers will choose the winners on July 31 and they will be invited to join the C3G Mapmakers.

Please post the virtualscape files. If you aren't able to post files, you can send them to C3Gsupers@gmail.com

Good luck!

Entries:

ZJ's 1st entry: Ivy's Greenhouse (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showpost.php?p=1639374&postcount=17)
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8143/7536375850_998262b059_b.jpg

ZJ's 2nd entry: Batcave Exit (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showpost.php?p=1642981&postcount=114)
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8148/7585675964_d14089cbfd_b.jpg

Black_Charos' 1st entry: Iceberg Lounge (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showpost.php?p=1639472&postcount=20)
http://i1151.photobucket.com/albums/o640/Black_Charos/Heroscape%20battle%2010/pictures/IcebergLounge.jpg

Black_Charos' 2nd entry: Gotham City (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showpost.php?p=1639526&postcount=25)
http://i1151.photobucket.com/albums/o640/Black_Charos/Heroscape%20battle%2010/pictures/GothamCity.jpg

Hidicul's 1st entry: Arkham Cells (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showpost.php?p=1640004&postcount=52)
http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//arkham%20cells%20pic_RE4.jpg

Hidicul's 2nd entry: Arkham Asylum (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showpost.php?p=1640004&postcount=52)
http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//arkham%20asylam%20pic_87r.jpg

Smithy Winfred's 1st entry: Streets of Gotham (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showpost.php?p=1641520&postcount=83)
http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//skyscrapers_78S.jpg
There should be ladders on this map but he wasn't sure how to input them.

Smithy Winfred's 2nd entry: Gotham Sewers (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showpost.php?p=1643027&postcount=122)
http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//gothamsewers_A0Y.jpg

Yodaking's 1st entry: Finger River Walk (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showpost.php?p=1642927&postcount=111)
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b332/yodaking/Heroscape/C3G%20Maps/FingerRiverWalk.jpg

Yodaking's 2nd entry: Under Construction (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showpost.php?p=1648232&postcount=150)
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b332/yodaking/Heroscape/C3G%20Maps/IMG_1568.jpg

BlackHeadedLuckSucker's 1st entry: Born On A Monday (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showpost.php?p=1646481&postcount=144)
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8160/7626878846_2ae0aba24d_b.jpg

[IAmBatman]

Cool stuff! I hope folks find this here!

[Arch-vile]

Sounds fun! I'll give a shout out to the members of BoSS to see if anyone is interested.

[Scapemage]

I'm going to take a hand at this, should be fun!

[Zettian Juggernaut]

I've got some ideas ;).

[Smithy Winfred]

Hey, do we have to submit a virtualscape file, or can we send a pic? If we have to use VS, where can I find a site to download that?

[quozl]

Good question! You will need to use Virtualscape and you can download it here:

http://didier.paradis.free.fr/virtualscape/english/index_fichiers/Page385.htm

[Smithy Winfred]

Thanks

[MegaSilver]

I think I'll try this out. :ponder:

[Zettian Juggernaut]

Hey, are you supposed post your map with PDF and everything, like Rycheam contest?

[quozl]

Just a Virtualscape file, if you please. I should add that to the OP.

[Black_Charos]

Although I probably won't do that great, I think I'll give this a try :lol:.

[Taeblewalker]

Let's see your super skills!

[Smithy Winfred]

How do you post a file?

[Black_Charos]

How do you post a file?

You will need to either be a site supporter or have an account at a file hosting site such as mediafire. Simply upload it to mediafire then post a link to the download page.

Also, when are the maps due to be posted?

[quozl]

You can also send files to c3gsupers@gmail.com

Maps should be posted before July 31st.

[Zettian Juggernaut]

Here's my first entry:

ENTRY 1: Ivy's Greenhouse (http://www.mediafire.com/view/?zoogu5uh07hos7w)
Author: Zettian Juggernaut
Sets: RotV x1, TT x1, and RttFF x2
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8143/7536375850_998262b059_b.jpg

[IAmBatman]

Ooh, very Zen! I like it! :-) And Ivy would be an absolute beast on that map!

[quozl]

Awesome!

[Black_Charos]

My first map-

Iceberg Lounge-
2 Marvel, 2 Castle, 2 Tundra, 2-4 players, 800+ points, only unique heroes allowed.

Stalactites- When a figure starts to fly, leap, jump etc., that figure takes one wound.

Slippery ice, regular snow.

http://i1151.photobucket.com/albums/o640/Black_Charos/Heroscape%20battle%2010/pictures/IcebergLounge.jpg

http://i1151.photobucket.com/albums/o640/Black_Charos/Heroscape%20battle%2010/pictures/IcebergLounge2.jpg

Download (http://www.mediafire.com/?27db33c8pnrrd7g)

[Zettian Juggernaut]

Nice map! :)

[johnny139]

We've got some good stuff already! Looks like Dark Knight Fever's hit early. :D

[quozl]

Cool! ;)

[IAmBatman]

Very cool! :-) I wish I had little tables I could put on some of the hexes, and then crowd around some Civvies. That looks straight out of a Penguin scene in a comic for sure!

[Black_Charos]

Here's my other map-

(Downtown) Gotham City-
1 RotV, 2 Road, 2 Castle, 2-4 players, 800+ points

Note: I kinda screwed up the ladders on the VS file, just place them like normal :).

http://i1151.photobucket.com/albums/o640/Black_Charos/Heroscape%20battle%2010/pictures/GothamCity2.jpg

http://i1151.photobucket.com/albums/o640/Black_Charos/Heroscape%20battle%2010/pictures/GothamCity.jpg

EDIT: Download (http://www.mediafire.com/?nl8girci65jo2uf)

[tcglkn]

Black_Charos, I feel like you would be a great addition to C3G Mapmakers, I hope they feel the same way as me. Love the middle of Gotham City! :woot:

[IAmBatman]

Heh. Thanks for pointing that out, Tickle! :-) That is pretty sweet! I think it's a tad small to call the whole thing Gotham City ... maybe Downtown Gotham City. :-P

I wonder how one of these (http://www.amazon.com/Batman-Signal-Mega-Mini-Kits/dp/0762445262) would look on one of those rooftops?

[MegaSilver]

Like how you made a Bat motif, Black_Charos.

I think you should be called the Hidden Dragon, Bat Mapper. :p

[Scapemage]

I am astonished by how awesome Ivy's Greenhouse is, excellent job ZJ! And Blackie too!

[Black_Charos]

Heh. Thanks for pointing that out, Tickle! :-) That is pretty sweet! I think it's a tad small to call the whole thing Gotham City ... maybe Downtown Gotham City. :-P

I wonder how one of these (http://www.amazon.com/Batman-Signal-Mega-Mini-Kits/dp/0762445262) would look on one of those rooftops?

That would awesome :D.

[Scapemage]

Heh. Thanks for pointing that out, Tickle! :-) That is pretty sweet! I think it's a tad small to call the whole thing Gotham City ... maybe Downtown Gotham City. :-P

I wonder how one of these (http://www.amazon.com/Batman-Signal-Mega-Mini-Kits/dp/0762445262) would look on one of those rooftops?

That would awesome :D.
Bat Signal DO! :woot:

[tcglkn]

I just ordered that Batsignal. I'll get pics when I get it. 8)

[IAmBatman]

:lol: you must have more spare cash than I do. Couldn't convince myself to drop ten bucks ....

[tcglkn]

I do have some spare cash right now and that looked too cool to pass up. 8)

[Black_Charos]

:lol: you must have more spare cash than I do. Couldn't convince myself to drop ten bucks ....

I do have some spare cash right now and that looked too cool to pass up. 8)

They had a listing for 5 dollars...

[Red Eyed Jedi]

Looks like it's going to be a tough race to call already, those look like some fun maps to me.

[Yodaking]

All 3 of those maps are pretty good looking ones. Really dig the first two as Batman Themed ones for sure. I've been working on a map myself that I'll get loaded up eventually. I want to play a few matches on it first to see how it actually plays. Just built in for real today after tinkering around with the concept in the Virtual file. Been thinking about adding a scenario to it as well just for the fun of it.

[IAmBatman]

They had a listing for 5 dollars...

Oooh ... I need to look again. Was that on Amazon?

Looks like it's going to be a tough race to call already, those look like some fun maps to me.

:word: Who's judging this thing?

Hopefully there are lots more entries coming! :-)

I've been working on a map myself that I'll get loaded up eventually.

Can't wait to see what you come up with!

[Zettian Juggernaut]

I'm brewing up another map. 8)

[tcglkn]

Loved Ivy's Greenhouse. I'll just take Ivy and Floronic Man on that map. 8)

[quozl]

Loved Ivy's Greenhouse. I'll just take Ivy and Floronic Man on that map. 8)

Take Swamp Thing too for your heavy hitter.

[IAmBatman]

Loved Ivy's Greenhouse. I'll just take Ivy and Floronic Man on that map. 8)

Take Swamp Thing too for your heavy hitter.

Then round things out with Harley Quinn, and you can just dominate. :-)

[tcglkn]

I'm gonna have to try that one out guys. :)

[Yodaking]

I've been working on a map myself that I'll get loaded up eventually.

Can't wait to see what you come up with!

I'm looking forward to presenting it as so far I like how it has turned out as a map. Once I run a few games on it that opinion may or may not change. It is not an iconic Batman location though so Ivy's Greenhouse and the Iceberg lounge are going to be pretty hard to best. Still having fun with the project none the less. This contest was a good idea.

[IAmBatman]

I hope we'll do more contests like this! :-) I agree, it's been fun so far.

[Hidicul]

My entries have been sent via email, so hopefully they will be up soon. The maps are something that my favorite faction really need ;)

[IAmBatman]

Hmm ... I'm pretty sure your favorite faction is the Insane faction ....

[Hidicul]

You are correct Batsy, and since these are supposed to be Batman themed, it should be pretty obvious what I went for.

[Black_Charos]

You are correct Batsy, and since these are supposed to be Batman themed, it should be pretty obvious what I went for.

A circus?

[IAmBatman]

You are correct Batsy, and since these are supposed to be Batman themed, it should be pretty obvious what I went for.

A circus?

A fun house?

Fwiw, the Ivy map helps the Insano faction quite a bit! :-)

[Hidicul]

You are correct Batsy, and since these are supposed to be Batman themed, it should be pretty obvious what I went for.

A circus?

A fun house?

Fwiw, the Ivy map helps the Insano faction quite a bit! :-)
Yes that it does. Mine isn't about helping them so much as giving my lovable insanos a home

[quozl]

My entries have been sent via email, so hopefully they will be up soon. The maps are something that my favorite faction really need ;)

Here they are!

Arkham Cells (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/downloads.php?do=file&id=3711)
http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//arkham%20cells%20pic_RE4.jpg

Arkham Asylum (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/downloads.php?do=file&id=3710)
http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//arkham%20asylam%20pic_87r.jpg

[davidlhsl]

You are correct Batsy, and since these are supposed to be Batman themed, it should be pretty obvious what I went for.

A circus?

A fun house?

Fwiw, the Ivy map helps the Insano faction quite a bit! :-)
Yes that it does. Mine isn't about helping them so much as giving my lovable insanos a home

I hope it's what I'm thinking (Hint: initials = AA). Edit: Yes! :woot:

I'm loving the maps posted so far! :D

[IAmBatman]

Ah, very cool! :-) I wish we saw battlements used for barriers more in the Arkham Cells, though. The cell seems a bit ... open right now. :-P

[Black_Charos]

Ah, very cool! :-) I wish we saw battlements used for barriers more in the Arkham Cells, though. The cell seems a bit ... open right now. :-P

Prison break! ;)

[Hidicul]

Ah, very cool! :-) I wish we saw battlements used for barriers more in the Arkham Cells, though. The cell seems a bit ... open right now. :-P

Prison break! ;)

That's actually what I wanted to call it, but it would of lost some of flavor. I had to rain myself in since I really wanted to make it much biger with more cells. Maybe next time, I also have an idea for another one, but I need to find a way to prevent flying.

[Black_Charos]

Ah, very cool! :-) I wish we saw battlements used for barriers more in the Arkham Cells, though. The cell seems a bit ... open right now. :-P

Prison break! ;)

That's actually what I wanted to call it, but it would of lost some of flavor. I had to rain myself in since I really wanted to make it much biger with more cells. Maybe next time, I also have an idea for another one, but I need to find a way to prevent flying.

Either give each team a glyph of Ravening, or just make a special rule like "low ceilings" :).

[IAmBatman]

Yeah, I'd just go with a special rule on that one.

[tcglkn]

http://i947.photobucket.com/albums/ad317/tcglkn/d6de4a05.jpg

Got my Bat-Signal today. It's a tad bit large but not unbelievably so.

[quozl]

Where did you get that other cool toy in the background?

And how can I search for it on Ebay?

[tcglkn]

It's a G.I. Joe Lava Pod. And I believe I bought mine on Amazon. I highly recommend you pick one up. 8)

[Black_Charos]

It also comes with a cool figure to make a custom from. (http://www.amazon.com/Joe-Vehicle-Volcano-Action-Figure/dp/B00422VTAC)

[tcglkn]

That's it Black_Charos. Nice find!

[Smithy Winfred]

Got my map made, just need to send it in.

I actually didn't read the part about it needing to be BM themed until afterward, but the design still fits. It's a new type of building design I have been perfecting for a while that allows you to make very large and intricate buildings w/o having a ton of pieces.

[quozl]

Sounds intriguing!

[Scapemage]

I still haven't started either of my maps yet. I've been low on time with basketball camp this week, but next week I have plenty of time. I'm also trying to get some art done for a Summoner Wars contest so I'm hard-pressed. I do have my concept for my first map though.

[Zettian Juggernaut]

I still haven't started either of my maps yet. I've been low on time with basketball camp this week, but next week I have plenty of time. I'm also trying to get some art done for a Summoner Wars contest so I'm hard-pressed. I do have my concept for my first map though.

Is your user name on Plaid Hat Games, Scapemage921?

[Scapemage]

I still haven't started either of my maps yet. I've been low on time with basketball camp this week, but next week I have plenty of time. I'm also trying to get some art done for a Summoner Wars contest so I'm hard-pressed. I do have my concept for my first map though.

Is your user name on Plaid Hat Games, Scapemage921?
Yeah, who else would it be? :razz:

My name on GameCenter is Atripster however.

[Zettian Juggernaut]

I still haven't started either of my maps yet. I've been low on time with basketball camp this week, but next week I have plenty of time. I'm also trying to get some art done for a Summoner Wars contest so I'm hard-pressed. I do have my concept for my first map though.

Is your user name on Plaid Hat Games, Scapemage921?
Yeah, who else would it be? :razz:

My name on GameCenter is Atripster however.
I will I had something Apple that I could play Summoner Wars on, but I don't. :(

[quozl]

Just a reminder that this is the Map Contest thread....

[Black_Charos]

I still haven't started either of my maps yet. I've been low on time with basketball camp this week, but next week I have plenty of time. I'm also trying to get some art done for a Summoner Wars contest so I'm hard-pressed. I do have my concept for my first map though.

Is your user name on Plaid Hat Games, Scapemage921?
Yeah, who else would it be? :razz:

My name on GameCenter is Atripster however.
I will I had something Apple that I could play Summoner Wars on, but I don't. :(

:hijacked:

[Tornado]

Aww drat, just realized these maps have to be Batman themed. I had a cool Spidey map. Too bad there was not a Batman cupcake stand. Looks like I am out.

Great entries so far. Good Luck everyone.

[IAmBatman]

I believe it's Batman or Superman themed ... Spidey lives in NYC - you can't get Gotham or Metropolis out of that? :-P

Tickle - that Bat Signal looks like a great size to me! Does it fit on a single hex?

[quozl]

Aww drat, just realized these maps have to be Batman themed. I had a cool Spidey map. Too bad there was not a Batman cupcake stand. Looks like I am out.

Great entries so far. Good Luck everyone.

Who says there's not a cupcake stand in Gotham?

[tcglkn]

Tickle - that Bat Signal looks like a great size to me! Does it fit on a single hex?

Pretty much perfectly. Its a circle and it overhangs the edges slightly, but it doesn't intrude on other hexes.

[Black_Charos]

Aww drat, just realized these maps have to be Batman themed. I had a cool Spidey map. Too bad there was not a Batman cupcake stand. Looks like I am out.

Great entries so far. Good Luck everyone.

Who says there's not a cupcake stand in Gotham?

The Joker doesn't like them :).

[IAmBatman]

Tickle - that Bat Signal looks like a great size to me! Does it fit on a single hex?

Pretty much perfectly. Its a circle and it overhangs the edges slightly, but it doesn't intrude on other hexes.

OK. I officially must have it. :-D

[Black_Charos]

Tickle - that Bat Signal looks like a great size to me! Does it fit on a single hex?

Pretty much perfectly. Its a circle and it overhangs the edges slightly, but it doesn't intrude on other hexes.

OK. I officially must have it. :-D

Better buy two, just in case ;).

[Tornado]

My map is nothing special. Just some loose hexes and four pillars (single castle wall pieces with ladders on two sides) on this cupcake stand http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51mkJlvgR7L._SL500_AA300_.jpg

It does look fun fun to play on. I am taking it my gaming group Saturday.

[quozl]

What did Joker do to Spidey?

[IAmBatman]

Does it come with the cupcakes? :-D

[Black_Charos]

Does it come with the cupcakes? :-D

I hope so. I haven't had breakfast yet :).

[quozl]

1st entry by Smithy Winfred:

Skyscrapers (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/downloads.php?do=file&id=3713)
http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//skyscrapers_78S.jpg
There should be ladders on this map but he wasn't sure how to input them.

[IAmBatman]

Very nice. :-) The rock outcroppings feel very much like gargoyles.

[davidlhsl]

Another David H? :)

Cool map.

[Black_Charos]

New entry by DavidH. Not sure of the Heroscapers name.

Skyscrapers (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/downloads.php?do=file&id=3713)
http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//skyscrapers_78S.jpg
There should be ladders on this map but David wasn't sure how to input them.

If only there was a ranged drow squad...

But anyway, I recall someone saying that they where going to be coming up with a new more conservative way to use the castle, but I couldn't find the post.

[quozl]

Another David H? :)

Cool map.

Yeah, you didn't change your email address, did you?

[Smithy Winfred]

That was my map. I couldn't figure out how to make the ladders.

Is was actually made in honor of one of my all time favorite C3G figures, Mole Man. Although it also works well with Black Panther

[Yodaking]

Got my map made, just need to send it in.

I actually didn't read the part about it needing to be BM themed until afterward, but the design still fits. It's a new type of building design I have been perfecting for a while that allows you to make very large and intricate buildings w/o having a ton of pieces.

Might be Winfred's map.

*Edit* And so it is.

[quozl]

That was my map. I couldn't figure out how to make the ladders.

Is was actually made in honor of one of my all time favorite C3G figures, Mole Man. Although it also works well with Black Panther

Thanks! Edited your Heroscaper name in.

[IAmBatman]

Another David! :-) C3G attracts them, methinks.

[Smithy Winfred]

Really like the Iceberg lounge, I was thinking of making something similar, but I am kind of against using the hard-to-find expansion sets.

Ps. Can I change the name of my map, I intended to name it "Streets of Gotham" but I forgot to change the file name before I sent it

[quozl]

Changed in the OP. Looks great. I hope to see you make another entry too! (And ZJ too!)

[Smithy Winfred]

We can make multiple entries?

[quozl]

Yep, two maps per person!

[Zettian Juggernaut]

Changed in the OP. Looks great. I hope to see you make another entry too! (And ZJ too!)

I've got a map built, but want to run a couple games on it.

[Scapemage]

Really like the Iceberg lounge, I was thinking of making something similar, but I am kind of against using the hard-to-find expansion sets.
Although making the map in person is nice, you can always Virtualscape a map without having the sets to build it.

Yep, two maps per person!
I thought it was required to submit two maps. Has that changed?

[Zettian Juggernaut]

Yep, two maps per person!
I thought it was required to submit two maps. Has that changed?
I think was "up to 2 entries".

[Scapemage]

Join the C3G as an official C3G Mapmaker!

Do you have what it takes to make SUPER maps and scenarios?

Then enter the C3G Mapmakers Contest to show everyone what you have got!

The Rules:

Enter two maps that are designed for C3G superscape. They can be casual maps, competitive maps, or even scenarios!


This is where I'm getting it from. It says nothing about up to two, and it is posed as if two maps are required to be entered.

[Zettian Juggernaut]

Join the C3G as an official C3G Mapmaker!

Do you have what it takes to make SUPER maps and scenarios?

Then enter the C3G Mapmakers Contest to show everyone what you have got!

The Rules:

Enter two maps that are designed for C3G superscape. They can be casual maps, competitive maps, or even scenarios!


This is where I'm getting it from. It says nothing about up to two, and it is posed as if two maps are required to be entered.

It could be taking either way, because I took as I post before, "up to 2 entries", because it doesn't say "required", it says "enter two maps", but I think we need to ask quozl.

[quozl]

Since we'd be making the winner(s) official C3G mapmakers, I'd really like to see 2 maps but it's not required.

[Yodaking]

I should get my first one turned in sometime soon then if I need to come up with a second one before the end of the month.

[Scapemage]

Important question: Are uncapped castle walls allowed?

[quozl]

Yep!

[Smithy Winfred]

I am working on a second map, but it might not be finished before the end of the month

[Scapemage]

Thanks for the clarification on the castle walls. I am really struggling to find time to work on both of my maps, neither of which I have started and I am doubting the concept I had for my first map. :oops:

[Smithy Winfred]

Really like the Iceberg lounge, I was thinking of making something similar, but I am kind of against using the hard-to-find expansion sets.
Although making the map in person is nice, you can always Virtualscape a map without having the sets to build it.


I like to keep maps to the simple, easy to find sets like ROTV, the castle and the Marvel sets. Many people (like me) can't get the ice/lava/road for a good price and so i like to design my maps to help those unlucky few

[Yodaking]

For my second map, I'm thinking I might use one of the Auggies hex mats I bought, is that going to be except-able?

[IAmBatman]

It's a direction I'd love to see this group embrace, personally. :-) But I don't have any authority over here.

[quozl]

For my second map, I'm thinking I might use one of the Auggies hex mats I bought, is that going to be except-able?

That is fine. We tried to keep the rules to a minimum for this contest.

[Yodaking]

I really didn't have any ideas spring to mind when the theme of this contest was announced. So I started out just doing some internet searches for Gotham City locations and came across this drawing.

http://catverse.wikispaces.com/file/view/GothamskylineCollectedIssuesoftheDarkKnight.jpg/34408963/GothamskylineCollectedIssuesoftheDarkKnight.jpg

And right in the middle of the picture, the words 'River Walk' jumped out at me. I didn't know Gotham had a River Walk but I use to live in San Antonio, TX when I was younger and have fond memories of the River Walk they have. There was also a movie when I was a kid called, Cloak & Dagger, that had a great scene that takes place down on the River Walk late at night. So for me this seemed like a great place to have a Superhero/Supervillain battle.

I based the Gotham River Walk on my knowledge of the San Antonio River Walk. This was the list of things I wanted to incorporate.

1. A river.
2. An open 'walking' area along the rivers edge w/some plant life.
3. A retaining wall to guard against flooding.
4. A street level where a patio area for cafes and shops might be found.
5. Steps connecting the two levels.
6. A bridge going over the river.

Here is what I came up with (a C3G Competitive Map):

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b332/yodaking/Heroscape/C3G%20Maps/FingerRiverWalk.jpg

Build Instructions:

Finger River Walk (http://www.mediafire.com/view/?5n8rggd979rxsau)

I did make a few notes concerning the use of the warehouse ruin base and a rock outcropping base so be sure to take a look at those on the last page before you begin building it. The 3 hex sand tiles located on the top most level (the patio/cafe area at street level) are there to represent some wooden tables. Sturdy enough for a person to climb up on during a fight. The battlements are a guard rail to keep kids from falling. The placement of the shadow tiles was determined using a flash light to represent the full moon at a specific angle.

I only included 12 standard start zone spots, each side has 3 on the upper street level, 3 in the water, and 6 on the walkway. This is to minimize the number of units starting off on the top street level. I've found a 12 hex start zone is enough for most C3G armies. If you are playing with a common squad heavy army though, just add one of the left over 24 hex tiles to the edge of the map behind your start zone on the walkway and fill it up with all those extra squad figures. I did not include the extended start zone on the build directions because it would have messed with one of the maps coolest features. If you have enough tiles on your own, or you and few friends have enough tiles combined to make 2 or more of these maps, they can be placed and connected in a row to form a longer river walk section.

To give my River Walk map a closer tie in with the world of Batman, I turned to my map of Gotham to determine where such a River Walk might be located since in the picture above it is not all that clear.

http://strangemaps.files.wordpress.com/2006/12/gothammap.jpg

After consulting the above map, I decided that Finger River seemed like a good place for a River Walk.

I did run a couple of hero based army tests on the map. One thing I wanted to check on was to make sure neither start zone had a clear advantage or disadvantage due to the placement of the bridge, steps, & shadow tiles. One army from each start zone won the match and I didn't really find either one to be have an unfair advantage or disadvantage. The battle did consolidate around the area of the steps, the bridge, and the two tables closest to that area both times though. Overall I found the map fun and filled with fast paced action. I hope some of you find the time to give it a try.

*edit* Can someone let me know if they can access the build instructions okay. I am new to using Mediafire and I can see them but I was not sure if others can.

[quozl]

The PDF on Mediafire works great for me. Great entry and I love seeing all the background info!

[IAmBatman]

Very cool! :up: I like that you really did your research! :-) I don't envy whomever has to judge this contest!

[Zettian Juggernaut]

Here's my socened entry:

ENTRY 2: Batcave Exit (http://www.mediafire.com/view/?17dvbw1f235jeqb)
Author: Zettian Juggernaut
Sets: RotV x2, FotV x1, RttFF x1
Suggested Glyphs: Any 2 Equipment Glyphs and Glyph of Team up.
Notes: The two yellow start zone spots are a Sport Car, wish it was the Batmobile. And I wish the Equipment Glyphs were Utility glyphs. The Batcave counts as an overhang, so you cannot fly over the wall. The only way in this through the doorway. And the ladders on the outside aren't actually there, it is just for support.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8148/7585675964_d14089cbfd_b.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7123/7585683870_309cc672d7_b.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7249/7585681024_eb8b48d5b7_b.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7109/7585678522_8160b1dc4a_b.jpg

[IAmBatman]

My cowl ears just perked up a little. :-D

Very cool. I looove the theme.

[Smithy Winfred]

love the river walk design, one of my favorites so far.

I'm working on a Gotham sewer design (for Killer Croc). It should be in soon, it's shaping up pretty well

ps. I heard someone say something about a metropolis map, are those allowed as well?

[quozl]

Whatever you can tie into Batman somehow, some way....

[IAmBatman]

ps. I heard someone say something about a metropolis map, are those allowed as well?

Sorry, I think that one was my fault! :-) Originally there was talk about Batman or Superman for the map theme, but we seem to have gone to Batman exclusively.

That said, Batman does go to Metropolis from time to time .... :-P

[Smithy Winfred]

Not often enough for a tie in though

[quozl]

What is in Metropolis that wouldn't be in Gotham for a Heroscape map?

[Smithy Winfred]

The daily planet, Lexcorp Tower, Suicide Slums, Smallville (although thats not really metropolis). But I do see your point, there aren't many things in metropolis that aren't in gotham.

[quozl]

Smithy's 2nd entry:

Gotham Sewers (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/downloads.php?do=file&id=3717)

http://www.heroscapers.com/downloads//gothamsewers_A0Y.jpg

[Zettian Juggernaut]

Nice Map, Smithy.

[Karat]

I'm really liking River Walk and Bat Cave Entrance/Exit(depends which side you're on and how you look at it :razz:

[Smithy Winfred]

Nice Map, Smithy.

Thanks, I designed it as a Killer Croc/Grundy/Swamp thing battlefield, since there arn't too many maps with the SOTM

[Karat]

I also really like Streets of Gotham(though I'd probably call it Gotham Streets ;)) and I really like Ivy's Greenhouse too.

[Zettian Juggernaut]

I'm really liking River Walk and Bat Cave Entrance/Exit(depends which side you're on and how you look at it :razz:
Actual, I thought about using, Batcave Entrance.

[Scapemage]

I love that sewer map!

[Smithy Winfred]

Not a huge fan of the batcave exit due to the imbalancing effect the small cave might add to a battle. I like the idea though, maybe add a larger portion of the Batcave inside of the entrance?

[IAmBatman]

Keep 'em coming, guys! :-) Even if you don't win, more themed maps is good for future scenarios!

Though for Knightfall #4, I was thinking something more claustrophobic would be needed than Smithy's sewer map (which is cool, just too open and expansive for my needs!).

I wanna play Spider-Man vs. Lizard on that thing, though!

[Swamper]

Nice to see all of these maps! Just out of curiosity, how many of you found this thread because of the W@Hsers article on it?

[Smithy Winfred]

Keep 'em coming, guys! :-) Even if you don't win, more themed maps is good for future scenarios!

Though for Knightfall #4, I was thinking something more claustrophobic would be needed than Smithy's sewer map (which is cool, just too open and expansive for my needs!).

I wanna play Spider-Man vs. Lizard on that thing, though!


Thanks, thats one of the many purposes I made it for. My first set I got was a SOTM and a marvel, so I was an expert at building sewers and sewage facilities.

[Zettian Juggernaut]

Not a huge fan of the batcave exit due to the imbalancing effect the small cave might add to a battle. I like the idea though, maybe add a larger portion of the Batcave inside of the entrance?

Just so you know, I forgot to add that the Batcave counts as an overhang, so you cannot fly over the wall. The only way in this through the doorway. Oh, and the ladders on the outside aren't actually there, it is just for support.

[Smithy Winfred]

Ohhhh... Then that's very cool. I assume no one will start inside the batcave

[Smithy Winfred]

Keep 'em coming, guys! :-) Even if you don't win, more themed maps is good for future scenarios!

Though for Knightfall #4, I was thinking something more claustrophobic would be needed than Smithy's sewer map (which is cool, just too open and expansive for my needs!).

I wanna play Spider-Man vs. Lizard on that thing, though!

Ps. I designed the map smaller, but then changed it b/c it was to similar to the sewer labyrinth

[IAmBatman]

Keep 'em coming, guys! :-) Even if you don't win, more themed maps is good for future scenarios!

Though for Knightfall #4, I was thinking something more claustrophobic would be needed than Smithy's sewer map (which is cool, just too open and expansive for my needs!).

I wanna play Spider-Man vs. Lizard on that thing, though!

Ps. I designed the map smaller, but then changed it b/c it was to similar to the sewer labyrinth

Yeah, I've gotta look at that one again. It might already suit my purposes. These purposes are about three years off, though, so I have time still. :-P

[Smithy Winfred]

The problem I had with the Sewer Labyrinth was that there wasn't enough sewer and there was far to much labyrinth. My map is more of a sewer central, a large sewage complex

[Longy418]

I haven't played around with Virtualscape for designing a map (this might be a good reason if there is much interest in the batcave I have built). I will post some pictures tonight or in the a.m. I am enjoying all the maps submitted so far.

[Smithy Winfred]

I think a VS map is required, b/c they have to see the different levels and how it's made.

[Smithy Winfred]

When is the contest closing?

[Karat]

31st

[Yodaking]

I'm running out of time to get the second one done. This week I will work on it.

[Scapemage]

I've decided not to enter this contest after all. I simply don't have the time to enter, since I'm leaving for vacation in two days time. I'm still enjoying the entries though!

[BlackHeadedLuckSucker]

Yes, I Know A Sewer Map Has Already Been Submitted, But Here's My Take...

Proudly Presenting...

Born On A Monday (http://www.mediafire.com/?97iimrlwjoy3tzy)
Requires ONE SotM, ONE BftU And Two FotA
Might Work Best As A Casual Map.
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8160/7626878846_2ae0aba24d_b.jpg
Here's Another Angle...
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8014/7626880746_e9eae13b2b_b.jpg

[quozl]

That looks great!

[Scapemage]

Sweet! Another taker for me!

[Black_Charos]

Nice! I may have to build that myself :).

[IAmBatman]

Oh, man, Blackhead! I was just thinking last night about how cool it'd be to have a certain map from a certain pivotal scene in Dark Knight Rises, and I think this map actually nails it if you just connected those two high parts of the map with a bridge of sorts between them! :-)

[Smithy Winfred]

Sweet map, I like your other maps as well. I hope to see more great maps from you. Good Job!

[Yodaking]

For my second submission, I wanted to try and keep the set requirements down while also making use of some of the great DOs C3G has made. This map is based on a concept I had for a Spiderman vs. Sandman battle but really it is a location that could fit into any city. After seeing the destruction Bane brought down on Gotham in the TDKR, this map even feels more fitting for the rebuilding phase. And so I present to you....

Under Construction (http://www.mediafire.com/view/?fo58tcckbmpmpbt)

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b332/yodaking/Heroscape/C3G%20Maps/IMG_1568.jpg

It requires: 1 RotV, 1 Castle, 1 BftU, 6 Turbo Lift DOs, & 2 Parked Car DOs (or more accurately a construction site themed alternate vehicle).

Other notes and special rules located on the last page of the build instructions.

[Smithy Winfred]

Pretty cool, not sure about the "alternate themed Construction vehicles though." It looks a tad on the large side, you might want to remove some of the terrain, or build up more

[Black_Charos]

For my second submission, I wanted to try and keep the set requirements down while also making use of some of the great DOs C3G has made. This map is based on a concept I had for a Spiderman vs. Sandman battle but really it is a location that could fit into any city. After seeing the destruction Bane brought down on Gotham in the TDKR, this map even feels more fitting for the rebuilding phase. And so I present to you....

Under Construction (http://www.mediafire.com/view/?fo58tcckbmpmpbt)

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b332/yodaking/Heroscape/C3G%20Maps/IMG_1568.jpg

It requires: 1 RotV, 1 Castle, 1 BftU, 6 Turbo Lift DOs, & 2 Parked Car DOs (or more accurately a construction site themed alternate vehicle).

Other notes and special rules located on the last page of the build instructions.

Cool! Unfortenently, I don't have any construction vehicles :).

[quozl]

I love the construction vehicles! Nice touch.

[IAmBatman]

Love it! :-) And I'm not allowed to believe in coincidences!

[Red Eyed Jedi]

Nice skyscraper under construction, that looks it'd be pretty fun to play a game on.

[Yodaking]

Cool! Unfortenently, I don't have any construction vehicles :smile:.

You can get away with using a large pickup truck (ie. a work truck) or SUV in place of construction vehicles. It would have a similar work zone effect with good LOS protection from any would be snipers on the building.

Oh, and more info on the construction vehicles I used can be found here (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=30565&page=651).

Nice skyscraper under construction, that looks it'd be pretty fun to play a game on.

Thanks! I played a game on the board today and it was really fun. I didn't end up trying to destroy either of the vehicles but I did attack a Turbo Lift trying to keep someone from escaping my grasp.

[quozl]

Get your maps in! Only two more days!

[Longy418]

Sorry it took so long- our computer broke the day I was going to originally post, and the new one just got set up. I will post entrances and exits later today. Unfortunately Wayne manor will have to come later.

but here is a couple of pictures of the batcave, with Robin exploring the trophy room, batman in the computer room, alfred coming down from the mansion, and batgirl by the vehicles (unfortunately I didn't have any good representations for the batboat/sub).
http://www.heroscapers.com/community/gallery/files/8/3/5/8/dsc_0154.jpg

http://www.heroscapers.com/community/gallery/files/8/3/5/8/dsc_0138.jpg

[quozl]

Those look awesome! I totally love the trophies.

Do you also have virtualscape files for them?

[IAmBatman]

Not bad! :-)

[Longy418]

Nope, but I will do so in the future- it will take a while as I'm gone for about a week and I'll have to learn virtualscape, and finish building Wayne Manor as all 3 maps will be able to be tied together. I would have tried to get the virtualscape files for them if the computer hadn't gone south, but oh well.

[Red Eyed Jedi]

I was really wanting to enter this contest, but just didn't have the chance to get a decent submission put together.

Good luck to all who did participate!

[Longy418]

Part 2 of the trilogy of the batcave maps. This is exits and entrances (not quite as aesthetic as the batcave). I made some minor changes to the exterior of the batcave to get these 2 maps to mesh as separate battlefields, but possibly combined to make one. Here are a couple of pictures of the 2 maps combined.
http://www.heroscapers.com/community/gallery/files/8/3/5/8/dsc_0060_324352.jpg
http://www.heroscapers.com/community/gallery/files/8/3/5/8/dsc_0059_469528.jpg

[quozl]

WOW!!!

I definitely want to see a battle on that. In fact, when can you invite me over? :)

[IAmBatman]

WOW!!!

I definitely want to see a battle on that. In fact, when can you invite me over? :)

:word:

I'd really love to see us make some DOs or something for the Batcave computers, T-Rex, Joker Card, and giant penny. :-)

[Longy418]

WOW!!!

I definitely want to see a battle on that. In fact, when can you invite me over? :)

I'll get a hold of you when we get back into town to set something up!

[Zettian Juggernaut]

Nice map, Longy.

[A3n]

:up: Nice map Longy.

[Yodaking]

That looks pretty awesome Longy! 3 maps that can be connected has campaign written all over it, are you working on some campaign rules too?

[Smithy Winfred]

Sweet maps, looking forward to a campaign!

[Nomad]

Awesome maps, Longy. Please leave them set up so that we can give them a test when we are down there next week - can't wait.

[Smithy Winfred]

When are the winners going to be released?

[Yodaking]

Are the winning maps then made into official C3G maps as is or do they just become the starting point for the new members first map thread?

[IAmBatman]

I'd assume they'd still need to go through the process. :-)

[Yodaking]

That makes sense.

Just curious, has anyone at all built and played a game on either of the maps I designed? I'd love to hear your thoughts on either one. I'm thinking the River Walk would be a casual map while Under Construction would be competitive. I enjoyed both but I'm a little bias. lol

[quozl]

Smithy Winfred has been declared the winner of the contest and has joined the C3G mapmakers!

But do not despair if you weren't chosen! We are also working on a public design program.

[Scapemage]

Congratulations Smithy!

I'm interested to see how this public design program is going to work. Maps are quite different in terms of process from units. I'm sure it will be top-notch!

[Yodaking]

Congrats Smithy! Looking forward to playing on some of your maps. I need so new ones for play testing.

[Hogg]

I just put together Smithy's Skyscrapers/Streets of Gotham map. It's going to make a nice background for the Superman Wave Pictures.

[Hidicul]

Congrats smithy

[Zettian Juggernaut]

Congrats Smithy! Can't wait to see what you come up with.

[Tornado]

Grats Smithy! Well done.

[Smithy Winfred]

Thanks guys, looking forward to making some awesome maps!

[Hogg]

Smithy's map with the Watchmen on it:

http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo263/volvohogg/IMG_6697.jpg

http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo263/volvohogg/IMG_6700.jpg

http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo263/volvohogg/IMG_6701.jpg

http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo263/volvohogg/IMG_6699.jpg

http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo263/volvohogg/IMG_6698.jpg

[davidlhsl]

Great pics! I couldn't help but notice all those minty Heroscape sets in the background. I miss the days where you could go to Toys R Us and see an entire section in the gaming department filled with Heroscape stuff.