GreyOwl's Customization Tools-10/11 Cust. Compendium 2nd ed. - Page 2

GreyOwl · #1 May 24th, 2009, 09:38 AM

I've completely revised and updated the first post. No new colors, but there are updates. Here's what's changed:

Cleaned up the border between the specials text area and the picture. It was jagged and not clean before, but is much better now. Thanks to Griffin for pointing this out. Unfortunately, the fix requires you to get a new version of the border and panels, if you want it.
All borders now have "overhang" versions, which is an extra 1/8" all the way around. This makes it easier to cut out without showing any white. I usually "swap out" as needed. Normal border for display, and switch to the overhang just to print.
All borders now have a version with "extra text area" (XT), similar to Master Woo's card.
All of these updates apply to both Classic and Modern (Marvel) cards.
Added both flying logos (old one by Allskulls, new one by Griffin).
Added more comic publisher logos.
Added up-to-date NM24 logos.
Added Aquilla templates for all types.

GreyOwl · #2 October 11th, 2010, 08:52 AM

I've updated the first post with a link the newly released 2nd edition of the Customizing Compendium, and also a link to the main thread for it. You can check that thread for a list of new addition to the Compendium.

GreyOwl · #3 August 8th, 2007, 09:44 AM

I don't know, I've never tried it. I don't think I'm using any 2007-specific features, but you never know. I'll save the files in 2003 format and you can give it a shot.

whitestuff · #4 August 8th, 2007, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by GreyOwl

I don't know, I've never tried it. I don't think I'm using any 2007-specific features, but you never know. I'll save the files in 2003 format and you can give it a shot.

OK, what harm could it do

GreyOwl · #5 August 8th, 2007, 11:03 AM

Turns out Excel 2007 has a nice feature that when you save a file in 2003 format, it lists everything you will lose functionality on. Based on that list, I don't think it will work on 2003. Some of the formulas I used and the number of columns in the spreadsheet are not supported by 2003. But if you get Office 2007, let me know and I will send you the tools.

whitestuff · #6 August 8th, 2007, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by GreyOwl

Turns out Excel 2007 has a nice feature that when you save a file in 2003 format, it lists everything you will lose functionality on. Based on that list, I don't think it will work on 2003. Some of the formulas I used and the number of columns in the spreadsheet are not supported by 2003. But if you get Office 2007, let me know and I will send you the tools.

We've got some funky Micro$oft software agreement at school so I might be able to swing office 2007. If I can, I'll let you know.

GreyOwl · #7 August 8th, 2007, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by allskulls

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Originally Posted by GreyOwl

I'd like to eventually get the Excel/Publisher system more user friendly so others can use it, but it isn't quite there yet. It's a pain to set up and maintain, though actually using it is pretty simple. I think allskulls was going to try it out but I haven't heard back how it went.

Sorry, I hadn't got back to you. I just upgraded to Office 2007 and I opened up the files to see what I can do but I haven't spent much time with it yet. It does seem like it would be pretty simple once I dive into it. A tutorial would help the process

No problem. I've fixed a lot of things since I sent you a copy, so I can send a newer one. I'll try to write up a tutorial, too.

GreyOwl · #8 August 17th, 2007, 09:10 AM

I added a link to the first post for the Marvel blank borders that have no text (move, range, attack, defense, life, points). I found that if you put this text in manually in the program you print from, they print much nicer since they will be treated as text rather than an image. It also matches the color exactly of the numbers. If you use a font other than the official one, it will also allow you to match that with the text. For those that don't want the extra hassle, the original ones with the text already in there are still available.

I'll also be updating the font settings reference later today for this text, in case you want to add it in and make it look just like the official cards.

GreyOwl · #9 August 17th, 2007, 11:05 AM

I updated the fonts settings file as well as adding no text versions of the Sci-Fi borders.

capamerica1980 · #10 February 1st, 2008, 12:01 AM

hey there.. i have office 2007 and love heroscape and have been making the custom figures, but haven't yet tackled the cards. Would be willing to try it out....

hi1hi1hi1hi1 · #11 February 1st, 2008, 03:11 PM

I was wondering how you actually created the different solid colors GreyOwl. I was trying to create a slightly lighter background border, but can't figure out how using the Gimp, that is if there even is a way. Thanks in advance for your help.

GreyOwl · #12 February 1st, 2008, 03:47 PM

I use Photoshop. You select only the colored border part, then do Image->Adjust->Hue/Saturation/Lightness. Check the "Colorize" box first, then adjust the sliders to get the color you want.