Watersford

[JBSimio]

Another fine update, Shaun!     The resort looks great along that nifty looking stream (I wonder where I might be able to get those pieces?) although I still feel that putting the tee across the water was a terrible @#%&!!* idea.  Seriously... what kind of $(#@**#   $@&**$... *disintegrates into a random meaningless stream of profanities*

Sorry about that.  I've learned, and even played soccer (also known as football to some) and I'm willing to learn cricket.  That doesn't mean I'll ever be crazy enough to attempt playing the game though!    Looking forward to the next update!

Jon

w00t!  650th post!   

[threestooges]

Excellent work with the golf course. I'd love the chance to play it (but seeing how it can get some people *cough*Jon*cough* to swear like a sailor... maybe he should just use his 'foot wedge' and aim for the cart path... or maybe I should try that and challenge him to a game). If there's still land available (for the right price of course) that wouldn't be too bad of a place to live. It must be a nice place if they're updating the clubhouse after a week (have to stay on the cutting edge). Again, your storytelling is exceptional and continuously entertaining, and if you don't mind, I'd like to know how you got those nightvision pics so clean (besides a good camera I mean). Take it easy and I'll look forward to the next update.
-Matt

[Simpson]

Hi Diggis,
You make two really good updates
I love the little city near the fields it's really realistic 
And the nature is really good
I love the génerale view
Continue it's very good 

[art128]

very nice area with the golf here 
it's a lot realistic

[rushman5]

I loove that bridge in the country club, it gives me inspiration thanks so much (maybe I can ask how u did it?)  I dunno, but I'm a fan if I wasn't before 

[Diggis]

Some more marketing shots of the base at Notvorigud were released today, along with the statement that work is progressing on getting the base up to speed.  Training is also progressing well, although no official shots of troops in training have been released.  Seems Commander Randy is keeping his regime under tight control



Here we have the overall base.  Unfortunately this shot was under some sever censorship from head of marketing for the base, John Hayden.  The best we can guess is that some critical location to the base and they don't want to give any enemies tips.



Here we have the company offices where the day to day running of the base is carried out.  We were given a brief tour through the building and were very impressed with the efficiency everything seemed to be run at.



We were shown through the barracks, which were in tip top shape.  When queried on why there were only beds for 200 men, when the figures stated that our army was at 10000 we were told than the other 9800 slept on the training ground and this was from the support staff.  Questions on the training prompted a quick change in topic and we were escorted out of the barracks



Final stop on our tour was the motorpool.  Here we met Major J Swamper who is in charge of the fleet of mechanics. A brief rundown of the vehicles prompted more questions on number of vehicles.  Again a change of topic and that was the end of the tour.

However.....

Our photographer managed to sneak off while Captain Hayden spoke about his designs for the base (which we thought were Commander Randy's) and get close to the training ground. 



Using the bushes as cover he managed to snap a couple of shots of what looked like a training exercise being undertaken in an industrial compound.  If you look carefully you might be able to make out the muzzle flash of a couple of the tanks.

http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/2/14/774858/NVG%20Invasion.swf

Coming into the industrial area from the other side was a small fast moving force which looked like they meant business.  We managed to catch a small film of them moving through.  Seems like they come in fast and fall into some sort of formation.

We'll try and get more information as soon as we can, but seeing as we aren't supposed to have seen this it may be difficult.

Paul: Glad to see you intend to return you clients money.  I'd hate to think you were stealing it for personal gain.

DTP: Thanks, I had a bit of fun making it.  It's inspired by Millbrook Resort in NZ, which I worked on when I lived there.

Barby: I've corrected that.  I could have sworn it was one of Colyn's.  In fact, I've added a whole extra paragraph.

Sebes:  I'm sure if you ask nicely a place can be found for you.  I'll get them to hold the next boat specially. 

Kim: I'll keep an eye out on the property market for you.  Hope you bring your special cheque book.  And tee off any time you like.

Bat: I like that pic too, although they didn't in the picture comp.  Here's a little more for you.

Joan: Yeah, I think the SGA tour may make a visit, who knows.  The Marina sits just to the left of the overview shot.  And I think I can find you somewhere to stay.  I'm sure Paul will have a room or two free at the very least.

Pat: Yeah, I keep waiting for Matt to get his comuppance, but so far so good.  We'll see. And I think Jon needs to work on his swing a little.

PNF: Thanks.

Warrior: Thanks, I'll release them soon I hope.  And welcome home, although I'd fire your Landscape Architect.

Jon: Stop swearing at me and I might be able to hook you up with some streams.  And every good golf course needs a waster hole. No fun otherwise.  And cricket isn't that hard.  There is talk of putting a ground in at the resort.

Oh... And you have it.

Matt: You're always welcome, just don't play you're namesake, he likes to bet heavily on each hole.  And Jon even tried throwing the ball and still landed in the water. I don't remember how I did the night vision shots, but I think it was just a green filter in Photoshop with a bit of a gradient.

Simpson: Thanks, I worked hard to get the course and the residential to blend in with the surroundings.

Art128: Thank you, drop by for a game some time.

Rushman: I did that bridge in the LE using the bridge pieces from the stream kit (coming soon, I promise) and an overlay texture.

[Pat]

Shaun looking good here and speaking of streams I have a source that has a few shots of this wicked stream and He asked me where should I send the pics, lemme know either way.... I cant wait to see the next update!!!

[Diggis]

you can PM them to me, or post them in my BAT thread, or in your MD.  Anywhere works but my BAT thread is possibly best. 

[deathtopumpkins]

Very neat little military compound, Diggis.
That tour sounded awful suspicious though, if you ask me.
Cool tank animation. I think I know how you did this one. 

[bat]

Some nice pictures there in this great new update!
And the little animation is wonderful, too! Fantastic work!

[kimcar]

  Super animation you have done with the tank. I like the use of bush for took those shoot. Very imaginative my friend  :thumbsup:Great work.

[paroch]

Nice update Shaun,

Great mix as usual.  The "through the bushes" shots are a great idea.  And keep asking those awkward questions and you may get to the bottom of what they're hiding!!

You're becoming the animation master round these parts - great stuff 

[Jmouse]

My my, covert operations afoot in this otherwise well-designed and well-kept military base! The barracks are especially attractive even though what goes on inside - and what doesn't - is top secret. Love the pix through the bushes, and your animations are always a treat to see.

Of course, all this leaves me wanting to see more, more, more...
Joan

[Herdervriend]

So I read the stuff until page 4, will read more later because you have given me a idea, uhm yeah until this page it's certainly gigantic nice to read and the pictures are well taken:D I have the idea that I at a administration architecture office where the history of a great city is being watched:xD:

[warszawa]

Woo hoo! Totally loving that animation shot of the tanks moving. The Ivy leaves around the banner of the pictures are a nice addition.

Alex

[Meastro444]

shame on me! i missed so much great shots!

its a nice touch incorporating community members into your CJ! keep it up!

[rushman5]

Marvelous work, looking forward to the bridge and stream, thx for the reply.  Plus I really love the animation.  It made me think of Battlefield.  Anyways, on the constructive criticism, I suggest placing some concrete or tree fillers on the blank tiles in that industrial park, it would look really complete!

[mattb325]

Hi Diggis!

been ages since I dropped by, and I should really comment as I see my name splashed about on every page (well, that had better be my name  ) The golf course areas are fantastic. I love your new streams meandering through this area.

Very well done - that animation is very nifty!

[threestooges]

Surprised I haven't posted on this update yet. Another good look at the Notvorigud complex. I have to wonder though, if the blurred images are designed for classic misdirection. I mean, if you're going to publicly release images that show exactly where the "important" buildings are by blurring them... oh well... nothing to worry about. Moving on to the video, they do manage to keep a tight formation. The drivers must be well trained, however many of them there are. Great work as always, and I'll look forward to what's coming next.
-Matt

[Simpson]

Very nice update there Diggis somme very good pics 
I love your last animaion lol very good