AndrewTF

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by IPA: Would you consider changing the light colour on the denison to a light khaki instead (Although this may make the webbing less defined). <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> That's my eventual aim--I'm going to try to make it similar in color to the khaki helmet scrim in the screenshots.

* bump * Any more feedback?

The hi-res Commonwealth uniforms are still in progress, but *almost* ready for release. Some previews: New winter uniforms, with leather jerkins and toasty wool gloves. The airborne Dennison smocks have been improved, with deeper, earthier colors. I also added a toggle rope ("the rope of 1000 uses") running around the neck, shoulders and waist. Yes, I know the side BMPs are flopped, they'll be fixed in the release version. Also note the improved helmet scrim (compare to the prototype in the first screenshot). Being a democratic sort of guy, I thought I'd ask for some input as to what kind of options people would like to see (within reason, I do have a life ). So far what will be included are textures for all Commonwealth uniforms, an alternate fly-front battledress blouse texture, and three different helmets (plain, net, and scrim), as well as winter uniforms as seen above.

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Maximus: That's funny. I've switched to Andrew Fox's uniforms myself. I tend to like that photo-realistic look myself. [ 08-15-2001: Message edited by: Maximus ]<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Gee, thanks Max!!!

Now available for download at Tom's!!! *shameless bump!!!*

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Maximus: I like the Black Leather Panzer suit. I think that's the one I'll be using. I'll also add these to my German Uniform CMMOS Ruleset. [ 08-12-2001: Message edited by: Maximus ]<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Thanks Max. In response to the question on the thread involving the new camo Heer mod--go ahead and use whatever you want!

Super Action Pack 4: "Panzermania!" will be ready for download as soon as Tom posts it (I sent it Manx, too, but he's on vacation) . It contains hi-res replacement files for the German panzer crew, in SIX, count 'em, SIX different versions. They are: Basic black, Heer and Waffen-SS Black leather Panzer suit Waffen-SS M44 dot camo Panzer wrapper AND Heer and Waffen-SS field grey assault gun/tank destroyer crew uniforms BUT WAIT, THAT'S NOT ALL!!! If you order Super Action Pack™ 4: "Panzermania" now you get, ABSOLUTELY FREE, a hi-res Heer infantry mode with splinter pattern smock and helmet cover that I just have to proclaim MY COOLEST MOD EVER! How's THAT for a deal! Ok, now for the fine print: yes, the camo guy looks funny out of the tank. That's why I included the screenshot. Same goes for the assault gun crew. If you don't like it either don't get your tanks blown up or don't use the mod. Also, the camo set includes textures for a camo cap. Keep in mind that the Panzer dude shares the cap texture with the Volkssturm, but it could look cool on them, depending on personal taste. Also, the camo Heer helmet covers will make all the German helmets and Gebirgsjäger caps look like that, but then you knew that already didn't you. Coming soon: Super Action Pack™ 5: The British and Friends [ 08-12-2001: Message edited by: AndrewTF ] [ 08-12-2001: Message edited by: AndrewTF ]

...almost done. Just gotta finish the Heer assault gun wrapper. :cool:

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Bigdog: Sweeeet! btw the wire is great also is that yours? <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> That's Tom's wire mod, available at his HQ site.

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Shatter: Andrew TF I have 2 questions for you first, in the pic with the wooden bunker, what trees & grass are you using? Secondly are you planning on doing any more US uniforms? I really like you new Commonwealth look. What I am getting at is, I like your US uniforms but the backpacks look a little strange to me. Now the new pics for the commonwealth, their packs looks great, could you possible redo the US troops with the same packs? Don't get me wrong you do great mods, just the packs are a little strange to me. Keeps up the excellent work Shatter<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> The grass and trees are from Magua's monumental Normandy mod. As far as the US uniforms, I hadn't planned on changing them. The backpack is a GI musette bag and it looks like it is supposed to look. Can you tell me specifically what makes them look weird? I might be able to fix them.

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Fairbairn-Sykes Trench Knife: The helmet covers are superb! Crisp details on the smocks as well... The logs look nice and chewed up. Can't wait to call arty on that bunker... Any word on the Commonwealth gear?<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Ok, since you're being *so* nice, and since you ask me about them every %&*!@# time, here are some shots of the (in progress) Commonwealth uniform mod: Those strange-looking khaki thingies on some of the helmets is my attempt to depict scrim. I'm still unsure of how successful it was. [ 08-11-2001: Message edited by: AndrewTF ]

Here are a couple more mods to be released with the Panzer Guy set this weekend (hopefully--the Panzer Guy(s) still need a *little* more work). Hi-res photorealistic Heer with splinter camo smocks and helmet covers: Hi-res photorealistic weathered wooden MG bunker: I always thought the wooden bunker looked a little wimpy, kind of like it was built of little sticks. This one is made from LOGS baby! It's a MAN'S bunker. Ahem, sorry, I guess I got a little excited there. Anyhow, I like it and I hope you do too. As always, questions, comments or suggestions welcome, especially now before I release the final versions.

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by SS Peiper: AndrewTF your the MAN!!! yes that's what I'm talking about SS Peiper<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Yes, I guess I AM the man! :cool: Thanks for the suggestion. Within minutes I managed to find a great photo of an original jacket which I was able to plop into the photoshop file without a lot of unecessary alterations. Actually, this is really one cool-looking mod--the screenshot doesn't really do it justice. Am I correct in assuming that there isn't any other insignia/medals or what not on the leather jacket save the shoulder boards? Please let me know as I'm more of a good researcher than an expert

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by SS Peiper: another great job AndrewTF How about a Leather U-Boat uniform like the 12th SS had in Normandy another must download !!! SS Peiper<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> You mean like this?

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by gunnergoz: Nice work, Andrew. Now how about putting that excellent talent to work on THE GOOD GUYS! :cool:<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Thanks! But I've already done the good guys! Didn't you see Super Action Pack ™ 2: "For Mom, Apple Pie, and the USA"? It has all the US uniforms, and you can get it from Manx's or Tom's excellent Web sites. The brits are waiting in the wings. They're all nearly done but for some reason I just can't seem to finish them. Maybe this weekend.

Here's a preview of the latest Super Action Pack™ addition--the Hi-Res Panzer Guy. He'll be available in Heer, Waffen-SS, and extra-groovy Waffen-SS 44 dot camo. Ok, I know what you're thinking: "but the 44 dot pattern will look funny when he's out of the tank because of the way that CM uses the Panzer Guy bmps!" Well, you're right, but it looks cool, and it will give you an excuse to hone your armor tactics so that none of your German tanks get ko'd . They're *almost* ready, just a few tweaks here and there and I'll send them to Tom, and maybe he'll post them this weekend. Enough blabbing, here are some screenshots-- Heer 44 dot 44 dot w/black cap Waffen-SS Waffen-SS commander makes tracks! A question: does anyone find the non-black Panzer Guy too disturbing? For those who don't know, the Panzer Guy leg and torso side share a texture, so if it's not painted all black it tends to look a little strange, i.e. camo boots, no belt on the side, etc. I've started to make a Feldgrau assault gun crew uniform, and I'm wondering if anyone will actually use it or the 44 dot. Input is, as always, much appreciated.

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Germanboy: Shame I hate winter, the snow makes my eyes hurt...<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Too, bad. I like the "Winter Wonderland" look. Kind of cools you down in the middle of summer.

Glad to provide a little break. I've been following some of those other threads and choose not to get involved. The whole thing's bumming me out. FYI I won't ever take my mods and run home. They're just pixels and after all, what's the point of even making them if people aren't going to use them?

I'm gonna bump this sucker. Maybe the sight of a happy new mod will make people stop bickering (for a few minutes anyway) on those *other* threads.

oops, double post. Don't know how *that* happened! :confused: [ 07-26-2001: Message edited by: AndrewTF ]

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Soddball: Those guys in the first picture look badly constipated. Guess loo paper was rationed too.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> But then if they were all bound up they wouldn't need the toilet paper would they? I think medical problems are "outside the scope of CM".

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Panzerman: Nice. Whats going to be in SAP#3?<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> well...I haven't released a British mod yet. There's a clue. Plus there might be another bonus mod or two included.

While you're all waiting for Super Action Pack™ vol.3, how about a special bonus mod--my way of saying "thanks" for purchasing Super Action Pack™ products. It's a winter set, based on my Fallschirmjäger mod included in Super Action Pack™ vol.1, depicting Fallschirmjäger wearing quilted winter parkas. And, due to popular and outspoken demand, I made them look all dirty. ...as seen in this WW2 photograph. Available at Tom's HQ as soon as I send them and he posts them!

Um...it's underway. Maybe even almost done. I might be able to dig up a screenshot or two. I'm also working on some EXTRA SPECIAL BONUS FEATURES for Super Action Pack™ 1. And I still am working on the Jeep mod.

Aw, come on: you mean the Candy Land mod post gets a bunch of responses but none for this? Surely someone out there has a pic or 2. *bump*