28.07.2008, 17:34
Howdy all,
I chose the Marianas as my first experiment for modding maps. I have already changed all the names of the Islands, towns, Mtns, etc. I even have my first completed airbase of my own design. I have used items from this great site to give my impression of Atlantis before and during WWII.
Later on I might tackle something real. But for now this is a learn-as-you-go-hope-not-to-screwup Project!
I have built many airbases and airfields in the past for my own enjoyment, (using the standard, non-editing FMB) but this is the first time I have total control over the entire design and this is way cool!
Of course I have many questions as a newbie Map maker, so bear with me and any and all help is MUCH appreciated!
1. How do I rename the files to call it...well Atlantis and have it's own slot in the list? I tried searching this site, but the more I do the worse off I get trying to find exactly what I'm looking for. It sure would be a God-send if one of you pros made a step-by-step tutorial that shows how to do this.
2. How do you use the Height functions in FMB? I see Peak and two others I can't remember. I know about the third mouse button, but nothing happens. I assumed this will change the topographic elevations of the map? I'd love to change this if I can!
Here is the Main Airbase in the area called Alexandria_Airbase on what was called Guam. Like the original maps, I decided not to add everything in sight as to give the end user some latitude in creativity.
So anyone out there willing to help me out here I'd appreciate that!
![[Image: Airbase_Main_01.jpg]](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v104/Onyxwing2004USA/Airbase_Main_01.jpg)
And this is one of my skins for the I-153bis in Pre-war markings participating in Air games against the visiting Italians.
![[Image: RAtAF_15a.jpg]](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v104/Onyxwing2004USA/RAtAF_15a.jpg)
I chose the Marianas as my first experiment for modding maps. I have already changed all the names of the Islands, towns, Mtns, etc. I even have my first completed airbase of my own design. I have used items from this great site to give my impression of Atlantis before and during WWII.
Later on I might tackle something real. But for now this is a learn-as-you-go-hope-not-to-screwup Project!
I have built many airbases and airfields in the past for my own enjoyment, (using the standard, non-editing FMB) but this is the first time I have total control over the entire design and this is way cool!
Of course I have many questions as a newbie Map maker, so bear with me and any and all help is MUCH appreciated!
1. How do I rename the files to call it...well Atlantis and have it's own slot in the list? I tried searching this site, but the more I do the worse off I get trying to find exactly what I'm looking for. It sure would be a God-send if one of you pros made a step-by-step tutorial that shows how to do this.
2. How do you use the Height functions in FMB? I see Peak and two others I can't remember. I know about the third mouse button, but nothing happens. I assumed this will change the topographic elevations of the map? I'd love to change this if I can!
Here is the Main Airbase in the area called Alexandria_Airbase on what was called Guam. Like the original maps, I decided not to add everything in sight as to give the end user some latitude in creativity.
So anyone out there willing to help me out here I'd appreciate that!
And this is one of my skins for the I-153bis in Pre-war markings participating in Air games against the visiting Italians.