How do you design your maps?

[AndreThaGiant]

I've come to learn that a majority of people begin their build with start zones. Apparently I do it backwards, as I start on the middle and work my way out.

[Sir Heroscape]

Originally Posted by AndreThaGiant

I've come to learn that a majority of people begin their build with start zones. Apparently I do it backwards, as I start on the middle and work my way out.

Worth noting that the ARV has actually done a number of "Map Craft" articles in the past (specifically on Start Zone design in fact) that might be useful to read up on . Linked below...

Map Craft: Map Size in Mapmaking Jun 2017
Map Craft: Startzones Oct 2017
Map Craft: Pathing Jan 2018
Map Craft: 10 Map Building Tips Jul 2018
Map Craft: Pre-set Glyphs Jan 2019

[Jen'sEinherjar]

I hate to admit it, but my Heroscape group is made up of babies. I have to make every map completely symmetrical, so nobody cries "my spot on the map was weak!". I dont mind it much, and it has become second nature.

A two person or 2v2 is easy, as is 1v1v1v1.

A 1v1v1 or 1v1v1v1v1v1, I use a hexagon and build from
there.

I know the books always have some neat maps though.

Also, I made a lot of trees, home made.

I try to help out Melee squads as much as possible.

[Typhon2222]

Originally Posted by Sir Heroscape

Worth noting that the ARV has actually done a number of "Map Craft" articles in the past (specifically on Start Zone design in fact) that might be useful to read up on . Linked below...

Map Craft: Map Size in Mapmaking Jun 2017
Map Craft: Startzones Oct 2017
Map Craft: Pathing Jan 2018
Map Craft: 10 Map Building Tips Jul 2018
Map Craft: Pre-set Glyphs Jan 2019

I just saw — and read — these informative posts. VERY nicely done! Lots of great stuff here.