After a long time thinking about it, I have decided to join all my SC4D efforts and knowledge into a new, and probably definitive, project. I say definitive, becuase it is so huge that I dont think I will start another region (seriously) again, and not because I dont plan to continue playing $%Grinno$% .
I have decided to recreate the island of Mallorca (Majorca) as detailed as possible. This is the island where I live, and it has an amazing geography which includes mountains, plains, lots of shoreline, not many rivers, but plenty of streams and creeks. I have decided to not put a time limit on making this region, so it will take a while to complete, if completed ever ::) . Now, after almost two weeks of playing/creating, I start to have some pictures which are worth to show. As you will see, this will be an step by step project, and I hope to be able to accomplish the 45 days/update rule without problems ;D
Anyway, I will leave this first post for the introduction and the Table Of Contents, and I will post the first update in the next post.
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/SC4DMallorcaLogo1.jpg)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
UPDATE 1 21/01/2008 - Port de Soller - Lighthouses (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg110188#msg110188)
UPDATE 2 23/01/2008 - Port de Soller - First small residential resort (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg111619#msg111619)
UPDATE 3 03/02/2008 - Port de Soller - Planning (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg115818#msg115818)
UPDATE 4 05/02/2008 - Port de Soller - First stream - 1 (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg116381#msg116381)
UPDATE 5 21/03/2008 - Port de Soller - The Docks (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg131777#msg131777)
UPDATE 6 23/03/2008 - Port de Soller - Building on Slopes Part 1 (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg132519#msg132519)
UPDATE 7 26/03/2008 - Port de Soller - Building on Slopes Part 2 (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg133501#msg133501)
UPDATE 8 28/03/2008 - Port de Soller - Building on Slopes Part 3 (and last for the moment) (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg134097#msg134097)
UPDATE 9 11/04/2008 - Port de Soller - Starting the military base (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg137949#msg137949)
UPDATE 10 20/04/2008 - Port de Soller - Finishing the fishing docks (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg140253#msg140253)
UPDATE 11 30/05/2008 - Port de Soller - Starting the military base (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg152799#msg152799)
UPDATE 12 12/04/2009 - Port de Soller - Starting the first military pier (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg238432#msg238432)
UPDATE 13 18/04/2009 - Port de Soller - Finishing the first military pier (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg239871#msg239871)
UPDATE 14 01/05/2009 - Port de Soller - Finishing the second military pier (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg242724#msg242724)
UPDATE 15 16/05/2009 - Port de Soller - The "hidden" bunkers (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg246448#msg246448)
UPDATE 15A 18/05/2009 - Port de Soller - Some terrain changes... (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg247155#msg247155)
UPDATE 16 19/06/2009 - Port de Soller - The church and the soccer field (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=3618.msg254375#msg254375)
Mallorca region was gently created by MallowTheCloud (NHP) some time ago after a personal request. The island is recreated to 1:1 scale, so it is really huge ::) . In fact it comes in three regions,which can be downloaded here:
West Mallorca (http://www.simtropolis.com/stex/index.cfm?id=12328) by MallowTheCloud (The region I am actually playing)
NorthEast Mallorca (http://www.simtropolis.com/stex/index.cfm?id=12333) by MallowTheCloud
SouthEast Mallorca (http://www.simtropolis.com/stex/index.cfm?id=12334) by MallowTheCloud
A big thanks go from here to MTC for this fantastic maps :thumbsup:
I will start with a Terraformer (Thanks Wou :thumbsup: ) Region View .... perhaps you can see the city of Port de Soller, where I started to build...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_MCA_RegionView01.jpg)
Port the Soller is located to the North of this image, and it is the only natural port in the whole north coast of Mallorca. This strategical situation made it an important naval crossroads along the history. The most remarcable notice of these old times are the lighthouses and military instalations in the Port de Soller harbour:
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/PortSoller_Inicio1.jpg)
1 Cap Gros lighthouse
2 Current military lighthouse
3 Old military lighthouse (on stormy days, the wawes were crossing over it ¡¡¡ )
4 Current military lighthouse house
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/PortSoller_Inicio2.jpg)
In this old picture you can see both old lighthouses ( old Cap Gros to the left, which does not exist anymore &mmm , and the old (working) military lighthouse to the right). I think this picture is really nice, and shows the spectacular position of the Cap gros lighthouse ()stsfd()
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/PortSoller_FaroGross_1.jpg)
This is an actual picture of the Cap Gros lighthouse....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_PS_FaroMil2_01.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_PS_FaroMil2_02.jpg)
... and the way I recreated it in MAX ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/PortSoller_FaroMil_1.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/PortSoller_FaroMil_2.jpg)
These are some views on the military lighthouses:
2 Current military lighthouse
3 Old (ruins) military lighthouse
4 Lighthouse mitary personnel house
... and again the way I recreated those in MAX
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_PS_FaroMil1_02.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_PS_FaroMil1_01.jpg)
Military lightouse
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_PS_FaroMil3_01.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_PS_FaroMil3_02.jpg)
Old Military lighthouse
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_PS_EdifMil1_01.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_PS_EdifMil1_02.jpg)
Lighouse Military house
And finally some in game pictures.... you will have to excuse the poor quality of the details.... I am in the process of creating some additional customized lots for this region, which should help to improve the mediterranean look ::) . I do also need to warm up my city building skills, because it's been a long time since I seriously played this great game $%Grinno$%
Anyway, here they come
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_MCA_Update1_01.jpg)
In this picture you can see the first steps in creating the place for the Cap Gros lighthouse.... I will change the road to street soon ::)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_MCA_Update1_02.jpg)
A front perspective from the area...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_MCA_Update1_03.jpg)
In this one you can also see the placement are for the military lighthouses
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_MCA_Update1_04.jpg)
And one of my favourites perspectives...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_MCA_Update1_05.jpg)
Finally some details on the first lighthouse model...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update1/JRJ_MCA_Update1_06.jpg)
I really like the way it looks like, however, some changes are going to be done in that area, to make it better fit reallity... $%#Ninj2
And that is all for this first update.... I hope you keep liking this "style" of MD'ing ;) :D :D
And thaks to all those of you who posted while I was editing this post :thumbsup: --- Now is when it really starts ;D
Great news! Jeronij starts a new MD! &dance
I am very curious of your new ideas and - I think - new look at the game :)
I love Baleares, never have I been on Mallorca, but spent some time on Ibiza - I have much photos from this beautiful place, I hope I will visit these islands again ;)
Good luck Jeronij and don't hurry, all of us know you are very busy :)
Let it be at first a pleasure for you , then for us
Adam
Edit: I have just seen pictures! :thumbsup:
I want these lighthouses! :D
Tell me please, which water mod do you use - I'm afraid I haven't seen it yet, and it looks excellent!
Hi jeronij!
This sounds quite promising and I'm wishing you best of luck with this huge project. And of course I'm looking very much forward to seeing the first pics - hoping that you won't forget about all the german tourists (you know, Mallorca is inofficially the 17th federal state of Germany $%Grinno$% ) :D
It's a very charming placeholder, I love all the details about it.
;)
Just kidding. Waiting for the update to turn up. No rush.
didnt you recreate a mediterranean island previously? wasn't it actually this particular one?? ive got major deja vu, good luck regardless, can't wait to see some pictures.
Quote from: mightygoose on January 20, 2008, 03:44:37 AM
didnt you recreate a mediterranean island previously? wasn't it actually this particular one?? ive got major deja vu, good luck regardless, can't wait to see some pictures.
I think it was ejc who tried that...
Jeronij, glad to see you start a MD that will but your base-island in the picture! Never been there, but it must be beautifull - I once saw a TV programme on a train voyage accross the island - spectacular!
Anyhow, I am sure it will be a joy to see you sculpting the island, looking foward to your updates here. For one, I do love the colors used in the picture: that is my favorite blue :thumbsup:
hasten to see the first images!
Thanks to all for the kind wishes :thumbsup:
The first pictures are posted.... I hope you like them ;)
What a wonderful start you have made here Jeroni &apls &apls
Unfortunately I've never been to your Island ( very hard to cycle across water) so am looking forward to following your recreation of it.
regards
Derry
Okay, now that the update is up:
I quite like the modelling of the lighthouses, but I have one question: why is the military lighthouse textured so differently to that of the RL version? Is there any particular reason for that particular texture being used? I would've thought you would've just used a more plain brick texture? Is it just to accentuate the details?
Also, just out of curiosity, do those lighthouses have the same effect as used on the default Maxis one? It'd be so cool seeing them shine the beam across the water...
I er, don't know where Port de Soller is, though... that map is huge.
Great start there of your new MD, jeronij!
And wonderful light house there! Also great pictures of it! :thumbsup:
Wow!
A new MD from Jeronij! It's already so good, who knows how great it'll be in the future. I like the BATs you've made, and the overall mediterranean look appeals to me very much. I can't wait for more, and I'll definitely follow this.
&apls &aplsGreat to see that you start another MD :thumbsup:Great lighthouse you have done too . It`s nice to compare with the RL one. Looking forward and have fun
:o This is going to be good!
all right, a jeronij MD! i remember your work back on Simtropolis, and I was inspired by it.
already loving the first pics with your new custom BATs. i'll be back for more!
~ Dan
Best news of the day: Jeronij is back with a new MD &hlp &hlp &hlp
Great start. :thumbsup:
Jeroni... one of my main inspirations in the SC4 community creates a MD. :shocked2::shocked2::shocked2:
Back to school I go... time to learn some new tricks!
Love how you manage the terrain so well with roadways, lighthouses, etc. That looks incredible. My expectations have already been exceeded.... &apls
This is going to be a wonderful MD, no doubt :)
I'm eagerly waiting to see how you'll integrate your custom content into recreating accurately your region. So far it looks great with those light houses. I know it is very hard, as problems arrive when less expected because of the many differences between the real world and SC4 (I've tried and failed &mmm ) but I'm sure that with your great skills you'll come up with some very clever solutions for those sorts of problems.
Buena suerte! ;D
This looks awesome! All of your journals are awesome, I'm sure this one will be even better than before.
I'm always really impressed by your cities. Your layouts are amazing. Good work with the lighthouses as well.
Excellent, you've started another MD which should prove to be spectacular like the rest ;D Even BATing all the structures, wow.
Jeroni, it's really great to see you back in the MD business. :thumbsup: It's neat that you're doing some place so close to home, too. All of the first update pics are just fantastic. I really like that little winding road, and those new lighthouses you've made are absolutely spot on.
I am, like everyone else, looking forward to following this one. ;)
-Alex
Hi Jeronij,
I think you're going to hit the record for number of comments after the first post. And I think this is for two reasons:
1- To many of us here on SC4D you are "the master". You do so much for this site and for the game itself with your Mods, Bats and Lots. That alone almost guarantees you a strong following.
2- What you've done so far with Mallorca looks stunning. From the choice of terrain mod, the cliffs, the lighthouses, the RL pics plus showing us your own custom built Bats - they're all magnificent. I feel that this is going to be more than an MD.
There's going to be a lot of people watching this for updates......no pressure then ;)
I've been to your lovely island twice, in 1988 to Callas de Mallorca and in 2002 to the glorious ;) Magaluf. So I am looking forward to seeing the marvelous countryside, the beautiful beaches and I can't wait to see how you reproduce the night life of Magaluf and Palma Nova.
All the best with your amazing project,
Paul
I went to mallorca once when i was kid-It was great :thumbsup: I think i might have been to that town &idea
Jeroni,
Excellent start to your MD! I missed Sculpting Columbia Valley somehow and feel as though I missed out. It seems that recreating your home will become a legendary MD in no time at all.
I am duly impressed that you are creating your own BATs for those "must have" buildings to get the feeling right.
I must ask, is there any chance of a Mallorca pack in the future?
Cheers,
Kevin
Really nice!
Continua així! :thumbsup:
And the master has returned!
Excellent start here, my good friend! But then again, I wouldn't expect anything less! The lighthouses look fantastic, and I definitely can't wait to see how you develop your home island!
Take care!
Dustin
Oh, yes, yes... YES!
I just knew something was going to make today a great day. The Master Returns!
David
Excelente, me parece justo que inicies y recrees tu propio hometown! I'm eager to see more pictures from you, looks so realistic :thumbsup:
Saludos
Eblem
Ah, finaly a MD by you where I hope I won't miss any update :)
Amazing start, as I've been to Puerto de Soler almost 10 years ago, and I remember I've seen that lighthouse !
And of course, in the SC4 shots, we already see the 'escultador' at works !
Beautiful start to what promises to be a unique and stunning project. Besides, I'm a big sucker for lighthouses anyway! :D
Until next time...
Joan
I can't wait to see the new Mayor Diary by the master himself.
The lighthouse looks great, I found there are not many european lighthouses in SC4.
Keep up the good work
Jeronij, very much looking forward to this, and your lighthouses are looking excellent.
Stunning, a real nice mix of bats and pictures to show what your recreating, it really helps to get your mind in the right zone for looking at the screenshots. Never been to Mallorca, but I've spent most of my holidays on the shores of the medeteranian sea, and the landscape mod really suits the enviroment.
I'll definatly be checking back in with the updates as they come ^__^
oooooh!
whow jero!!!!
you know I've tried once to "recreate" Mallorca.. But, that wasn't up to scale and 100%!
this, with your BAT-techniques, it's gonna be marvelous!!
I'll keep my eye on this one!! :thumbsup:
E
Glad to see you starting another CJ. Really looking forward to more.
nice to see you are starting an md.
i will be following your work in mallorca as i was visiting your hometown (sadly, i'd never been in europe) :P
mauricio.
Wow...A new CJ from jeronij himself, eh? This calls for celebration! As soon as you get a sig banner (if you make one, that is), let me know!
Great start so far, Mr. J ;) Can't wait to see this momentous recreation really start to take shape!
OMG!
You da man Jeronij :thumbsup:
Definitely keeping tabs on this &sly
Looking amazing so far!
AJ ;)
jeronij, it's always good to see a great man at work.
You have certainly set yourself up with a challenge, especially since you are providing us with RL pic's for comparison.
Looking forward to see where you take this (and us).
It would seem however, that at your current rate of progress, we may soon need another class after Classic :D
Cheers
Dave
Hello to all ;D
Wow ??? ¡¡¡, so many gentle comments :thumbsup: ¡¡¡ You are all very kind. I want to thank you for your feedback and comments.
Before the development pictures, for those of you who are wondering if the lighthouses do work...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update2/JRJ_MCA_Update2_01.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update2/JRJ_MCA_Update2_02.jpg)
I plan to work more in the Cap Gros lighthouse area, there are some buildings missing, and I will change the lighthouse placement... but before I proceed there, I have started to define the first residential zone in this city tile....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update2/JRJ_MCA_Update2_03.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update2/JRJ_MCA_Update2_05.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update2/JRJ_MCA_Update2_06.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update2/JRJ_MCA_Update2_04.jpg)
In RL, this is residential resort on the side of a hill, right facing the sea... We'll see how this grows ::)
Again a BIG thanks to all for the compliments :thumbsup: . It is a pleasure to post a picture in this MD so far ;D
I hope you get what you want to grow there. I think it is very difficult building a city on such a hilly terrain. So I will have to watch closely how you accomplish this. As I have no luck at all. I have seen alot of your work before, but I wasn't actually foloowing it as you were building so this will be a learning experience for me.
The light house looks great. Does the actually move around the light house? They look fantastic as well, you did a very good job on them.
Robin :thumbsup:
:shocked2:
Awww come one... now you're just showing off!!!!! :D
I've decided that I am going to attempt some of your techniques concerning building on ledges/high elevations. You've inspired me in a most unusual way... &idea. Coming from slope city, I learned a lot there. Once again, I am still learning...
Take care, and always looking for more updates!
Yes, I'm sure lot of us will still learn to difficult art of slope sculting
Great night shot btw !
And do you use a custom tree controller or is it one of cycledogg ?
Great work on that area there, jeronij! And wonderful night shots of the lighthouse! :thumbsup:
Another great update, my friend!
The light on the lighthouse looks great, and I can't wait to see how the first residential development on the island progresses! I'll be back to view some more!
Dustin
Wow, truely great pictures/MD allready. &apls
This topic is in my bookmarks. ;)
A little oftopic but this is defently a great site and a great comunity.
A few days ago I was looking at a topic and noticed the great Dusktrooper was looking at the same topic. 8)
ontopic, never been to Mallorca but this MD sure makes me long for a vacation there. :)
I am enjoying your efforts so far and have my pencil and pad ready for taking notes. When viewing your regions I feel as though I were in school.
The terrain mod looks interesting. Almost other-worldly with it's various hues. Is that Dogfight's: DarkIgneous rock mod?
Looking forward to the regions development.
I knew it was a good idea to visit this MD again tonight - the lighthouse is wonderful. Does it actually turn arround (the light I mean ::) )
I am looking forward to find out what kind of houses you will let grow in those spots....
The lighthouses are gorgeous just as expected.
It will be interesting to see how the residential area develops with low-density zoning and several single tiles. Just hope nobody falls out of their backyard! :)
Until next time...
Joan
You will say I am a bad educated guy.... and you'll almost be right $%Grinno$% ...
Now some time for some replies....
It is great to see some "old" faces again, and some new ones as well :thumbsup: . This speaks volumes about our community health :D
All and every one of your comments is really welcome, but I wont have the time to reply one by one... ::) ... so , sebes, warconstruct, Derry, szarkoz, kimcar, iamgoingtoeatyou, dsrwhat316, vester, TopCliff, bobinator, Yoman, jayo, Fukuda , Dustin, Heblem, Jmouse, GrizzlyBuilder, kwakelaar, Xiziz, getdown11, tooheys, receive my warmest wishes and thanks :thumbsup:
Ennedi, the water mod I decided to use (because it really looks like the real water in the area) ,is : dogfight_Marshy_WaterMod.dat recently released. And the rock mod by the same author: dogfight_DarkIgneous_Rock_Mod.dat ( Sorry I dont have the links at hand atm :-[ )
Praidoan, we'll probably see many German people in Mallorca, but at other places... in Port de Soller you we'll mainly see French and Belgium people ;) ( and perhaps some "lost" english ::) ) , and thanks for replying mightygoose's question :thumbsup:
Shadow Assassin, I used these textures for the old military lighthouse for no particular reason... ;D ... simply because it looks nicer than the real one :D . And I hope the last pictures do answer your question about the light - houses. Port de Soller is located right at the north of that picture.
beskhu3epnm, thanks for your compliments :thumbsup: ... yes, this is going to be a challenging terrain, but Slope City was also an interesting (ly failed) experience ;)
DebussyMan, I found those difficulties right from the beggining... it is difficutl to adapt reality to SC4, and I am fearing that some (or many) custom lots and BATs will be needed to get a semi-decent recreation of what I am pursuing ;D
Thanks Alex :thumbsup: ¡¡¡, I plan to intensively use the NAM in this region ::) , so I am glad you are around here to give me a hand from time to time :D
paroch, thanks for your feedback :thumbsup: , and talking about the crazy night light in Magalluf... $%Grinno$% .... we'll see .... I`ll need SimGoobers adult props for sure :D :D
BigSlark , you are right ;), those buildings are 100% required to give the right "feeling". About this:
QuoteI must ask, is there any chance of a Mallorca pack in the future?
, well, I will release most of my custom content, of course, but I like to include as much stuff as I can in my packs, so it may take a while ;D
David, thanks for the compliment :thumbsup: , I am glad to know I made your day a bit better ;)
Wou, amigo,
QuoteAmazing start, as I've been to Puerto de Soler almost 10 years ago, and I remember I've seen that lighthouse !
, ha ha ha, it seems that sometime in the future the lighthouses will be demolished, as the military base which has also been demolished some time ago...so I am somehow recreating an illusion :D
Btw, I am using CPT_No7_TreeController_ShorePine_RequiresNo8andNo9.dat as the main tree controller, but I placed most of the trees using the Mayor Mode Mods ;D
ejc, hello there ¡¡¡, yes, I recall Menallorca ;) , and the goals for both projects are different ;) ¡¡¡, you finished it... I dont know if I ever will :D :D
figui, gracias por el comentario :thumbsup: ¡¡¡
Masochist, I do also hope to see everything starting to take shape soon ::) :thumbsup:
Alfred.Jones, nice to see you around here my friend :thumbsup: . And wow ??? ¡¡¡, what it that banner in your signature ::) $%Grinno$% :D :D :D
Robin, also great to see you my friend, of course the lights "work" the same way Maxis ones ;)
And I stop here .... It been a long time since a so looooong post from me ::) :D :D :D
Again thanks to all for your support :thumbsup:
That lighthouse looks great! I cant wait to see how the residential zones turn out!
Awesome work Jeronij :thumbsup:
Personally I hate building residential (or any zone for that matter) on hills because it never works for me &sly
Looking forward to see how this turns out ;)
I am interested to see how the residential area on the slope will work out. From my experience, most residential lots don't seem to be very slope tolerant. The building either ends up in a hole in the ground, or its a 20ft drop from the front gate to the street. Either way, it's difficult to leave home :D
Cheers
Dave
We're not worthy. &apls
This is amazing news. One of the major reasons for me to start a journal at this site was your presence here - anything you do seems to raise the bar for the rest of us. Thank you for starting this new journal.
About the latest update: it will most certainly be interesting to see how that area grows - those are some mighty steep slopes you are working with. ;D
Breathtaking :o ! so much work on a so little piece of map ! And what king a work !!!!! Truely amazing !
Thanks for taking the time to reply to me and the rest of us.
As for the Light house, I haven't really used one where I noticed the light working, or maybe it did and I just forget....that's why I asked. ::)
Anyways here is the links for Ennedi and any one else who may want the MODDs Jeroni is using.
dogfight's Water Mods (http://sc4devotion.com/csxlex/lex_filedesc.php?lotGET=1387)
dogfight's Rock Mods (http://sc4devotion.com/csxlex/lex_filedesc.php?lotGET=1386)
Robin ;)
Great work Jeronij, can't wait to see what else you've got for us!
Ooooooooh those lighthouse(s) look good with the light shining.
Like everyone else, looking forward to see how the residentials grow. Somehow I have a feeling you'll get them looking good. The terrain colouring is really very special.
Mr. J - this looked amazing! ()stsfd() As far as MDs, CJs, and City Blogs go, I'm sure this will turn into one of the best. :thumbsup:
Breathtaking Jeronij! I relly love those lighthouses! Any chance of them being released? :P I can't wait to see how you build on the hilly terrain! Great work! :)
Hello dear Mallorca visitors ;D
First I must thank you all for your kind support and comments :thumbsup: . You make MDing quite easy ;) ¡¡¡
You may know (or not) that I dont have much free time, but I found some time today to play a bit more with Port de Soller. I am still in the earlier stages of developemt, but those are crucial, and all the city depends on this preliminary planning... so you may expect some worrying planning pictures in the next updates... but dont worry much about it... it wont take a long time until something grows here :D :D
To all the interested in the lighthouses, and other custom buildings which may show up from time to time in this MD, they will be released. Dont worry about it... but as always, I prefere to wait a little bit and have a complete and variated package (worth downloading) to be released.... ;D
And to all the interested in the residential development in the hills behind Cap Gros lighthouse, well, you will have to wait a little bit yet.... some jobs are needed for the sims to come, and I have to plane the area for those first jobs ;)
Ok, enough worrying you with my words, and lets go for some picutures ... ::) ¡¡¡
I wanted to try to improve the use of the terrain, flora and plopable items to give the city a more mediterranean look.... more mediterranean than ever.... without a single building... well, I think for a first try is not very bad, but I will have to play much more with this idea.... I did not make a single wall, and the mountains here a full of them ¡¡¡¡
You can see HERE (http://www.senderisme.com/revimg.aspx?idioma=es-ES&idimg=000000500F0006&idrev=500) what I mean ::)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update3/JRJ_MCA_Update3_01.jpg)
When I was tired of placing ploplable items, I started to move to the other side of the bay....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update3/JRJ_MCA_Update3_02.jpg)
Time to place the other lighthouses....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update3/JRJ_MCA_Update3_03.jpg)
This is where the military base will be placed... I have to say that I had the opportunity to visit that base some years ago, and it was a really interesting experience.... I was inside subamarine silos... really impressive for a civilian like me ::)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update3/JRJ_MCA_Update3_04.jpg)
The first serious thing to deal was the placement of the military lighthouses and complements...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update3/JRJ_MCA_Update3_05.jpg)
The modern one should be placed higher than the older one, which was covered by the wawes in the stormy days...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update3/JRJ_MCA_Update3_06.jpg)
This picture shows the result of several (funny) BATting days ()stsfd() ... and I like the way they fit togheter.... :P
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update3/JRJ_MCA_Update3_07.jpg)
Talking about planning, I placed some marks to not get too enthusiastic with some idea, and forget the main goals for this city ::) $%Grinno$%
Note: For those of you who took the time to real the labels, and are wondering what torrent means (in that context ::) ), it means stream, and there are three joining the sea in Port de Soller, so it is going to be a really challenging city tile :D :D ¡¡¡
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update3/JRJ_MCA_Update3_08.jpg)
And the last picture shows some of my old terraforming techinques being used here and there.... more work to come on that corner in the next update ;)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update3/JRJ_MCA_Update3_09.jpg)
Well, I hope you find the development a bit interesting.... it starts to take shape slowly but firmly ... :thumbsup:
Again thanks to all for the support ;D ¡¡¡
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOO an update....
Thankyou JeroniJ, your pictures inspire me to play again
Joe
wow excellent ! And recreate the lighthouse on the BAT is an excellent idea !
It's interesting to see your method of planning. Three stream meeting in the bay will be an interesting challenge. I am guessing you'll be using your own TPW which I love using. I look forward to see how you do it.
And the colour of the terrain certainly gives it the meditteranean feel you are looking for.
And yes, the walls in the mountains and hills of Mallorca, I remember those.
Wow, the recreation is superb ! It just missing the warm mallorca sun :)
I'm still in love with how you plop things, that is amazing !
Thank you for showing terraforming and development as it occurs. This is an element lacking in many MDs.
The terrain is very attractive, and the cliffs show much promise.
I am especially interested in seeing how you construct the military base.
Until next time...
Joan
Wonderful work, my friend! Absolutely wonderful! The terraforming process always fascinates me, and when it's done by a master, it makes it even better! Can't wait to see more of this development!
Dustin
Wow, never seen anything quite like that before!
I have to agree that the terraforming is absolutely amazing and you've got a great way of using the custom flora too. Who'd have ever thought that SC4 could look like that!
That's a really nice new update there!
And wonderful new pictures, too!
Looking forward to more...
jeronij, love the landscape and can't wait to see what you do with the military port area.
Your road layouts on the slopes are are nicely done throughout, although in the last pic, the road coming down the slope seems a
little "hmmm" square :). Perhaps thats how it is in RL, just seems to stand out a tad.
Anyway just a thought, and looking forward to seeing more.
Cheers
Dave
I *heart* this MD already!! And it has only been 3 updates
You sc4 playing skills are amazing and some of the techniques you use and very unique and interesting :thumbsup:
I'm looking forward to the development of the military base and the terraforming of the three streams ;D
Awesome work as always mate
AJ ;)
Looks good! But you should use the NAM cuves since it would create a smoother look :thumbsup:
still can"t imagine the attention to detail you've managed ! It's just incridible !!! The old and new lighthouses are little jems ! I love them (would you ever release them ?) I WANT TO SEE MORE :)
Hello again, sooooo soon ::) , and again thanks for the feedback and compliments :thumbsup:
I fear that this project will be quite loooong and probably sometimes worrying.... and perhaps will have some pauses from time to time.... RL will have a great effect on it ::) . When I created Sculpting Columbia River, Simtropia and Grand Canyon, I played with some advantage, because I always had several pictures "on-hold" and I was releasing the updates with almost two months of delay.... this does not happen with Mallorca, and I am almost showing you what I did yesterday... anyway, I'll try my best to keep it as interesting as possible ;)
Some feedback before I continue ;)
star.torturer , Antoine, Dustin, bat,
paroch, I will use most of my existing custom content for this project, but you can also expect a remarcable amount of new and fresh content as well ;)
Wouanagaine,your comment is very pleasant ;D . "The Art of Plopping" ::) $%Grinno$% :D :D :D
Joan, it may take a while until we see the military base, but I promise you that it will be very particular ... $%#Ninj2 :P
Quote from: Cockatoo-210893 on February 03, 2008, 10:55:13 PM
Wow, never seen anything quite like that before!
I have to agree that the terraforming is absolutely amazing and you've got a great way of using the custom flora too. Who'd have ever thought that SC4 could look like that!
Perhaps you may want to check Grand Canyon (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=78.0) ;) ?
tooheys, Those are WiP (Work in Progress) pictures, and this is not a road, this is the pre-placement for the stream... I use the networks tools for other things that creating networks ... ;) ;D
Alfred.jones, thanks for your special support... and some more work to keep your sig updated ;D :D :D
metasmurf, indeed, I admit that I am not really used to the most new NAM stuff, but you will soon see how I start using it in Port de Soller ()stsfd()
nova vesfalo, well, I admit that I am certainly paying much attention to the little details, as you will see in the next updates... perhaps too much ()what() ::) ?¿ Is it really worth it ?. I hope so ;D
And talking about worrying updates.... and attention to the detail...
Pic1I started to play with the first stream near the military base. It is the first time that I use my Residential canals, and I wanted to test something....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_01.jpg)
Pic2I was specially interested in create fake bridges, but not in flat terrain, as the original lots where designed for.. but sunken, as you can inmediately see in this picture.... &mmm ::)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_02.jpg)
Pic3The first solution that came to my mind was to modify the lots, and make them dig the terrain... it seemed to work... partially... the retaining walls textures were ugly ....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_03.jpg)
Pic4... and the foundation of the lot could be seen across the junctions... even being placed in totally flat terrain....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_04.jpg)
Pic5So it was a good moment to start learnig how retaining walls and foundations work.... a darker retaining wall and an invisible foundation made the trick ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_05.jpg)
Pic6Finally the street bridge takes shape...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_066.jpg)
Pic7And couldnt resist to place some residents to see how the houses would grown in the slope around the canals...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_07.jpg)
Pic8... and the test result is this. The area is consistent, and the canal remains sunken ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_08.jpg)
Pic9Another perspective and close up ...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_09.jpg)
Pic10Now, just to relax your tired eyes, an overall look on the test area...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_10.jpg)
Pic11... and "all" the development so far ()stsfd()
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_11.jpg)
Pic12now a last look to the test, before I change it to the layout I was really looking for....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_12.jpg)
Pic13This is the way it looks in real life... the canal is sunken and surrounded by two streets
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_13.jpg)
Pic14Not sure if the result is worth all the work... $%Grinno$% ( I hope you can notice my residential walls as retaining walls in this picture... ;D )
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_14.jpg)
Pic15but I really enjoyed making the test :D :D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Update4/JRJ_MCA_Update4_15.jpg)
Anyway, I will finally not use these canals here. I plan to make some more RL-accurated ones ;D
And you will ask yourselves, what is all this about ?¿, a whole 15 pictures update for that ?¿. Well, the important thing here is that I finally dealed and learned how things like tresshold, foundation and retaining wall work, and I have plenty of ideas about how to use those parameters, as you will see in the next update ;D .
I hope you find the progress interesting ;)
Again thanks to all for the feedback and support :thumbsup:
Excelente trabajo amigo! :thumbsup: muy buena técnica tu uso de los canales con los hogares alrededor, no sé si fuiste tu o Emilin pero se parece mucho a las Islas Gema $%Grinno$%
En la perfectiva de todo el area ten cuidado de no mostrar esos letereros feos de falta de transporte puedes poner el cheat de "tastyzots"
Saludos!
First things first
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg337.imageshack.us%2Fimg337%2F7329%2Fimagescuppasw1.jpg&hash=efdacee2041023f74d752089f45ebd46f271b3c6)
Well deserved too I think.
It is amazing how your skill for this game shows through &apls &apls
the attention to detail especially regarding the road bridge is ... well I'm at a loss for words :D :D :D
And to think it was just a test and you wont be using them there as you be making RL ones is.......
Aw your just showing off :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
please go on amazing me :thumbsup:
I eagerly await your next update
Regards
Derry
Hola Jeronij,
It's a great pleasure to observe you at work :D :thumbsup:
As for your Urban Canals - they were something new and very good desingned when they were released. But as usual, after some practice with such stuff it is possible to see much more possibilities and also some limitations. Many improvements need only a subtle changes (but such changes can be more time-consuming than the original BAT creation :D).
Of course it was worth to do it! Such little improvements enable using these canals in much more situations, and they decide about the difference between good/very good and the best stuff :D &apls)
You show the creation process in "slow motion" ;) I used to show more completed areas, but maybe I should take some inspiration from you?
It is really interesting!
Great testing, it is pleasant to learn from your work
I still don't understand how/why on the last pic the canal just don't get up and line up with the street however.
excellent use of this cananl ( but who is the BATer ? :D )
OMG, completely missed this update, until now, and yeah those canals look swish, especially the sunken bits.
Joe
Another stunning update, my friend!
Personally, I thought the canals looked great the way that you used them, but you're constant toiling and attention to detail is why you're one of the best! If you're not happy with a result, you keep working at it until it looks absolutely spectacular! And with how good the results you're unhappy with look, I can't wait to see how amazing the results you're happy with are!
I'll be looking forward to seeing what you've got next!
Dustin
:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
I assume your attention to detail is WORTH IT ! COuldn't be a waste of time ! This update is both funny and impressive, you've managed to make this cannal so AMAZING and finaly wouldn't be there ! (you inspire me for a liltle suburbs in TIentsin ! thanks!!)
bravo !!!!
wow it is with a very detailed attention that I read your MD !!your chart is splendid as well as the environment !
I am impatient to see the continuation :thumbsup:
bon travaille ;)
y pensar que todo ese trabajo no se verá en la versión definitiva! sin dudas que la nueva versión va a ser mucho más espectacular (y esta ya lo era) :thumbsup:
mauricio.
and all this work won't be in the final version! i have no doubt that the new version will be far more spectacular (and this one was spectacular yet) :thumbsup:
mauricio.
QuoteThose are WiP (Work in Progress) pictures, and this is not a road, this is the pre-placement for the stream
A rather square stream then :D Only kidding, point taken & I see where you are heading with this.
The canal work is great and I am curious to see how you manage the feed from the stream into the canal.
Cheers
Dave
Excellent work Jeronij.
Me agrada ver como vas realizando la urbanizacion paso a paso. Muy inspirador. &apls
Yes, fantastic testing with the canals there, jeronij! :thumbsup:
Wonderful pictures & work! :thumbsup:
Those canals look amazing Jeronij :thumbsup:
I use them all the time in my cities aswell ;D
Looking forward to more mate ;)
AJ
Totally worth it! The scale of this project is so large its almost incomprehensible, but if anyone can handle it, its you! These have been a great set of first updates. I can almost taste the island of Mallorca looking at you design it. I cant wait to see what you will do with some urban areas and farm areas!
Thanks to all for the nice compliments :thumbsup:
I dont have much time to reply or update atm, but I am working on this project as much as I can. Actually I am in the process of making a customized (small) canal set for the first stream....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_CanalPS_New_01.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_CanalPS_New_02.jpg)
I am using new modelling techniques for this one, and I have to admit that it is being more difficult that I expected, specially when it come to texture applying ::) ... but I'll keep working on it until I get something acceptable ;)
Again thanks to all for the nice feedback and comments :thumbsup:
They look amazing &apls &apls
Now we know why the stream cuts so sharply down the hill :)
:satisfied:
TTC
Yes, that is looking fantastic so far, jeronij!
Great work! Looking forward to more...
Those canals do look extraordinary, jeronij! I can't wait to see more development, not only with them, but with your entire project. Things are definitely shaping up to be legendary here!
Dustin
Unusual, but still brilliant
Joe
Hello again ¡¡¡
Thanks to all for the comments :thumbsup: .I know there is no really much progress with the city atm, but I have been playing with the MAX, and experimenting with the materials, specially water.... I alse created some custom textures for the canals... ok, enough words... time for some WiP pictures ;D
This is the texture that I created for the canals walls... not still exactly what I was looking for, but enough for the task ::)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_CanalPS_New_03.jpg)
After some testing and experimenting I went into this.... but I was not satisfied yet $%Grinno$%
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_CanalPS_New_04.jpg)
So I decided to keep playing with some more parameters... I added a sky.... and the change is really noticeable...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_CanalPS_New_05.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_CanalPS_New_06.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_CanalPS_New_07.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_CanalPS_New_08.jpg)
This is how they look from a SC4 perspective.... not 100% sure about the water yet, but very close to what I want ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_CanalPS_New_09.jpg)
I hope you like the WiP :thumbsup:
Thanks for leaving your feedback in this MD ¡¡¡
Incredible work here, the textures are near perfect.
I'm not sure how clear the water is in real life but maybe if it is clear enough you might add some junk that got thrown into the canal at the bottom.
Also may I ask how you modeled the water?
The last one before I go to sleep ;)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_CanalPS_New_10.jpg)
Yoman, I'll post some tricks I used to model the water in my next post. It is quite late now and I have to wake up early tomorrow ::) ;)
:o Wow! Great work on this one jeronij &apls &apls They look so real. I understand now why you want to do yourself a kit of canals . Great update btw :thumbsup:
That is lookin' good. ;D The water effects are great! Are you using 3DS max (water reflections)?
Hey, jeronij! Just moved Mallorca to the Best Sellers, as per your post and view count.
Congrats, my friend! You're going "From Zero to Classics" in no time at all!
Dustin
felicitaciones!!!
y muy buen trabajo con estos canales :thumbsup:
mauricio.
congratulations!!!
and very good job with those canals :thumbsup:
mauricio.
OMG! You say you aren't happy with the water? It looks incredible! ::)
wow splendid works &apls &apls the channel is superb, and also textures it, especially that of water !
good continuation ;)
Yes, fantastic work there! Like the textures and water!! :thumbsup: Looking forward to the finished version! ;)
Congrats on the new section of your MD! &apls
I can only dream of making objects like that :o... and MD's like this... :o
But that's why you have a website, and I don't!!! &apls &apls &apls
Had some catching up to do, and overall I'm glad I did. :thumbsup:
Quote from: jeronij on February 10, 2008, 03:55:37 PM
Yoman, I'll post some tricks I used to model the water in my next post. It is quite late now and I have to wake up early tomorrow ::) ;)
Take your time :thumbsup:
I cannot believe how awesome that looks $%Grinno$%
The textures are perfect and the water looks so cool ;D
Looking forward to more updates mate
AJ ;)
Excellent work Jeronij !! You are the king of the CJ's &apls &apls
Saludos
Hey Amigo,
long time no see, I just read that new MD of yours, and you know what, you still amaze me! You still find new tricks and subtleties. I want for example pic no 8 of the second update on page 4. That small residential sector on a slanted lot adjoining a canal... subtle and beautiful in its simplicity!
And that canal you're working on... I'm speechless...
I should have visited more often, but now with AVR closed I'll be here on a more regular basis.
Regards to you and family
-John
**GASP**
I can't believe I haven't seen this one before now! Excellent work, and I absolutely am infatuated with the lighthouses! &apls
Those canals are looking amazing. I dread to think how they will look when you are happy with them ;) Awesome!
Those canals looks just Splendid. Great work. (https://www.sc4devotion.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi40.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fe242%2Fvester_DK%2Fsmilies%2Fsmitten.gif&hash=d7327e02a698e3d74333491aff326d628b2bf17f)
Hello to all and thanks for the nice compliments :thumbsup: ¡¡¡
Dont think for a minute that this project is dead $%Grinno$% . I spend every free minute I have on it. The problem is that I dont have much time to post development pictures.... ::)
Anyway, here are two pictures of work in progress... I hope you may notice a few new BATs and lots here and there... :-\
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_MCA_entre45_01.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_MCA_entre45_02.jpg)
There are some things to be fixed... I'll keep you informed ;)
Hmm... I see a very nice new waterfront is prepared... parking lots... the canal end... and very nice stairs! :thumbsup: &apls
And I don't remember this rail staion :D
Excellent!!! %BUd%
(I must say the waterfront looks perfect with this water mod, the underwater part too!)
Yes two very nice pictures of that area!
And agree with Ennedi!
Looking forward to more pictures....
Oooooh new stuff :D :D
Looks great too, the station, waterfront, stairs &apls &apls
lovely little harbour too. :thumbsup:
Two great pics and for a short update more than enough to whet our appetite :D :D
:satisfied:
TTC
wow. .très beautiful your channels! and the sea front also with these quays &apls
of very beautiful images !
of very beautiful images :thumbsup:
love the seawalls and how you are developing the area
nice two pics :thumbsup:
mauricio.
Excellent seawalls here. the textures are the best part. They present a modern yet a little grimey feel. Their use is also excellent, will they be released eventually? I also have a question about this naval base, is it still in use on Mallorca? If so what kindof ships are there?
I love the seawalls and canal pieces, jeronij! I can't wait to see more development from this project, my friend!
Dustin
The waterfront is laid out beautifully, and I especially like the way the transparent water itself is presented. Also I appreciate the somewhat monochromatic look of the photos - it adds to the seaside atmosphere IMO.
Until next time...
Joan
Thanks to all for the nice comments once again :thumbsup:
I would love to post more pictures about the work it took me to be able to take these few pictures....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_MCA_entre45_03.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_MCA_entre45_04.jpg)
I promise I will try to ;) .
Jeronij wow i think this is my first visit to Mallorca and WOW you are truely the master here sir!!! I cant wait to see more of Mallorca - pat
Cool waterfront lots & bats!
Love the tires on them to protect the boats
Great update jeronij. Love that boat ramp :thumbsup:, and from what I can see, it will work well from various heights above the water.
And the seawalls, well they look great.
Dave
Muy bonito y detallado todo, sigue así :thumbsup:
That's looking very beautiful! Like it!
Wonderful new pictures of that area! :thumbsup:
very beautiful &apls I would say the same remark as all to the hor :thumbsup:
impatient to see the continuation !
Hey, jeronij!
I really like that boat ramp, my friend! Actually, the whole waterfront area looks fantastic, as usual! I will definitely be on the lookout for more!
Dustin
Thanks again to all for the comments :thumbsup:
I had the chance to play a bit more tonight, and here is a pic of the actual situation... not many details can be seen, but the harbour village starts to take entity.... ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/Entre45/JRJ_MCA_entre45_05.jpg)
Sorry for those members using low resolution monitors... I could not make the pic smaller ::) $%Grinno$%
&sly Im' jealous :D
Nice waterfront :thumbsup:
&apls &apls Very nice view
Aww....no close ups &mmm But that wide shot is just awesome Jeronij, really shows how you've built into the landscape. I'd really like to see a closeup of those Mediterranean homes advancing up the slope to the north of the harbor.
Some great settings you have there.... makes me want to come over for a vacation! :satisfied:
It looks great now, and from what I can see it will become an amazing harbor. Don't worry about the pic size; it was worth scrolling. There is only one thing I might suggest (and it's not even that big of a thing): in the second pic you posted last update (the one with the boat ramp) you have a visual entrance to the parking lot, but not to where the boat trailers are (there is a fence between the two). Unless they drove over the curb, I'm not sure how they would get in there. Aside from that suggestion, everything looks amazing and I hope to see more when you get the chance.
-Matt
Quote from: wouanagaine on March 06, 2008, 01:51:06 PM
&sly Im' jealous :D
Me too lol! excelente trabajo! sigue así ;)
Muy bien ;)
Very beatutiful pictures :thumbsup:
There is good, better and best -- after that comes the work of a master. Thank you for sharing this beautiful scene.
Until next time...
Joan
Jeroni,
Your work amazes me. I looked at the detail of the harbor and train station and attempted to identify all the custom content that you've created for that particular area, the total I came up with astounds me.
Keep up the excellent work and I look forward to seeing what you share with us next.
Cheers,
Kevin
fantastic new wall pieces...
Well, the harbor's certainly taking shape beautifully, my friend! Excellent work!
Dustin
looking really good!
that overview is great and i can imagine how difficult is to develop such sloped terrain (you certainly will do very good :thumbsup:)
mauricio.
Love that teaser there Jeroni &apls :thumbsup: I can't wait to see more here!!!!!!
splendid general sight, impatient to see that more closely !!
Very nice harbour, It's very beautiful. &apls
I've missed three updates!!?? &mmm Damn school :'(
Anyway. I am loving the new seawalls!!! I didn't think it was possible to improve the old ones $%Grinno$%
Also, love how the 'cove' is coming together nicely and i'm looking forward to more development on the other waterfront ()stsfd()
Regards,
AJ ;)
Hello dear Mallorca visitors :thumbsup:
Once again I want to thank all your nice feedback and comments ;) .
Some quick replies before I start to post the pictures...
Quote from: threestooges on March 06, 2008, 02:15:38 PM
It looks great now, and from what I can see it will become an amazing harbor. Don't worry about the pic size; it was worth scrolling. There is only one thing I might suggest (and it's not even that big of a thing): in the second pic you posted last update (the one with the boat ramp) you have a visual entrance to the parking lot, but not to where the boat trailers are (there is a fence between the two). Unless they drove over the curb, I'm not sure how they would get in there. Aside from that suggestion, everything looks amazing and I hope to see more when you get the chance.
-Matt
Well, certainly they'll have to find a way... ::) ... let me see how Mayor jeronij solves the situation.... :D
Quote from: BigSlark on March 06, 2008, 03:07:29 PM
Jeroni,
Your work amazes me. I looked at the detail of the harbor and train station and attempted to identify all the custom content that you've created for that particular area, the total I came up with astounds me.
Keep up the excellent work and I look forward to seeing what you share with us next.
Cheers,
Kevin
Certainly there is much custom content there... ;D ... in this update I will present most of it ;)
This week I have some free time (finally ¡¡¡) so I will post a large and worrying update, where you will see how ungrateful is the life of a SC4 city builder.... :D :D
I will divide this update in some sections, for easier understanding ;D
Section 1 - The beach walkwayThis first section will show the custom beach walkway I created for Port de Soller (it is fictional, but I though it would fit nicely, and was the only way I found to make the retaining walls work the way I wanted.
First an overall view on the primitive situation... not very promising yet....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_01.jpg)
The first attempt to a canal to sea connection... not really convincing... $%Grinno$%
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_02.jpg)
And this is the walkway I created for the beach. The idea was to use the retaining walls to complete the lots...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_03.jpg)
... and it works... ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_04.jpg)
but I couldnt stop there... ::) ... and I decided to create working lights for them...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_06.jpg)
The Maxis light globes did work fine for the final nightlighs modding ;)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_05.jpg)
Section 2 - The stationOnce the beach walkway was placed, it was time to proceed with the next section. The train station (light rail in RL) and the surrounding docks....
As usual, first thing was to terraform the terrain... a tedious and dangerous task, which is well worth it ¡¡¡
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_07.jpg)
I also placed the recetly rendered (and which will not be released due to some graphich glitches which I will not have the time to solve ::) ) canals, and the start/end pieces...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_09.jpg)
I created the canal-sea connection again... the TPW does not really fit with the "real" water, but this is one of the game's (or the modders) limitations.... ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_10.jpg)
A very dissapointing result so far.... really, there are so many hours involved in this area (specially modelling...).. and the result is very very poor.... ()sad()
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_11.jpg)
Time to start improving it ;D .... so I started modelling again... and the first results were bad again.... &mmm
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_12.jpg)
But I am a patient man.... and finally something started to fit where it should fit... ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_13.jpg)
Section 3 - The docks (thanks LE¡¡¡)I want to specially thanks badsim for his tutorials about advanced lots making... really... it took a while in the LE, and specially to get the water and land tiles placed correctly and working, but finally thanks to three more lots, the docks "dramatically" changed.... ::)
Lets see it step by step:
The first test with the new seawalls, some testing is always necessary before you get the desired results ;)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_14.jpg)
Now, lets start with the nude terraformed terrain....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_15.jpg)
First lot
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_16.jpg)
Second lot
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_17.jpg)
Third lot... and the area looks much better now... lets see the different points of view... left
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_18.jpg)
front
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_19.jpg)
right
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_20.jpg)
and back
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_21.jpg)
and finally some night pics... just to remember the time it takes to make the nightlights work... excellent nightlights in Mickebear's station :thumbsup: ¡¡¡
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_22.jpg)
A nice terrace to have a drink in a summer night.... (there is one like that in RL as well ;) )
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_23.jpg)
And finally, because I want you to be able to have a look to the short future, a preview on some more work to come.... this time more rewarding, because it was mostly playing the game :D :D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_24.jpg)
I hope you like the progress so far... I will start the military base these holidays.
Thanks again to all for stopping here and post a comment. They are all really welcome :thumbsup:
Personally I can't stand that terrain mod, it looks "horrible".. but I can still watch this. The harbour looks fantastic, any plans to release those lots sometime?
QuotePersonally I can't stand that terrain mod, it looks "horrible"..
Krio, it seems you have some difficulties to understand the site's rules about what to comment or not. I cant hardly see the point of this sentence. Since you have been recently warned about this attitude, dont get surprised about your new membergroup status.
jeronij
That beach walkway is looking wonderful, Jeronij!
And the station as well! Also nice work on your canals! The dock and parking place is looking beautiful!
The preview is also looking fantastic! Looking forward to more...
Excellent work here Jeronij. You've really dedicated quite alot of time and effort into making this area look good, and I really like those seawalls (shame about the canals though). They are some of the most realistic I have ever seen, excellent for fishing harbors. I will eagerly await the military base :thumbsup:
EDIT - I was looking at Mallorca in google earth and Palma is a very large city! The airport is also quite nice. There are also hundreds of fishing boats on piers in Puerto de Soller, will you be including this?
Excellent job Jeronij !! &apls &apls
I have a question...Why do you use this color of the seawater? It's like Mallorca sea?
Saludos
Outstanding update, very fine details you use on that sea port ;)
My only suggestion would be the inland town, well some places like commerces and homes you got by normal "maxis" growths that have an american feeling, that i would suggest you is using something more original for example a custom lot or a european w2w, not sure. But anyway I still have the feeling for a spanish city/town, i can see this really similar to Emilin Islas Gemas $%Grinno$% keep on ;)
Great work on the harbour area there Jeronij.
The custom sea walls with the tyres are very nice indeed. The boat ramp is also a "stand-out" for me - very well done.
And I think the canal to sea transition is very good. It's not easy to get a good transition where water is involved but this solution is fine.
And of course the terrain mod is perfect for Mallorca - certainly from what I can remember the countryside in Mallorca is just that colour.
Regards
Paul
It is always a treat to see new development in Mallorca, but it is a special treat to see the mechanics behind the finished work. The water front turned out splendidly, and I am happy to hear you found time to actually play the game for a while! :D
Now I am looking forward to seeing the military base develop.
Until next time...
Joan
This is very good I love your city continue... &apls
A ton of work in the update, my friend, and I must say that the results are nothing short of spectacular! Those new seawalls look amazing, and the waterfront area that you've created with them are tremendous, too. I can't wait to see more of the town you've previewed, as well as the military base!
Take care, my friend!
Dustin
Great update, my friend. As always. :thumbsup:
splendid update &apls with all these batches exceptional that you created, I congratulate you for your marvellous works!
I like much the sea front with this batches which goes charmed in your city !
The station on the edge of the quay is very an good idea as you could say it, the traveller can will drink something while having a very beautiful sight of bay and port :)
I like the texture which you employed for water as well as the ground, I find that it go very well with the style of city that you created .
The last image with the development of zone (growable) is it also splendid !
it will undoubtedly be one of more than in your next update , that I am impatient to see ;)
Paul
Hello again, I am glad you like the waterfront so far :thumbsup:
usagus, the water looks like this in this part of Mallorca, or I'd better say this is the closest water mod I found ;)
For those of you interested in the overall development, here is a panoramic view....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_25.jpg)
and for those specifically interested in the climbing town to the rigth, this is a close up :P
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update5/JRJ_MCA_Update5_26.jpg)
I am making some experiments building on slopes, and I hope you will like the final result ;D
Again thanks to all for the feedback :thumbsup:
You do excel at designing the layout when it comes to building on slopes! &apls
The waterfront looks awesome :thumbsup:
The waterfront looks really good! And I also really like the houses on the hill, they look great!
Keep up the good work! :thumbsup:
Very interesting experiment
I would never have zone in such a place myself, fearing the simulator choose a building that will lower the terran too much, but seeing the overview it was definitly worth the try
I will be looking forward to see the houses grow on that cliff...
Development in those zones will be an amazing thing to watch. I certainly count myself among those who wish to learn more about all aspects of dealing with slopes.
Until next time...
Joan
What a beautiful Spanish town. Ive visited Spain although I've never visited Mallorca.
I love Spain and I love your MD :thumbsup:
Well, while I don't personally like the terrain mod (it's just not my taste, still excellent work though), you've made it look great, it fits in with what you've intended... The question is, though, is the beach really that colour? I always thought it'd be something... a bit more sandy and white?
Excellent work on the harbour. Any chance of releasing those dock lots any time soon? :P
I like the huge amount of custom lots you've made, this probably is the first recreation of a country I've ever seen with entirely custom lots.
Building on the slopes look as incredible as ever, my friend! I can't wait to see the area with the buildings!
Dustin
Jeroni- hey, reading Mallorca is like going on holiday. I envy your apparent familiarity with the RL place- it really shows here.
Here's an alternative to this canal outflow.
At present
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg410.imageshack.us%2Fimg410%2F9783%2Fcanaloutflow1wg7.jpg&hash=8838a7d0c6cc572eea99eed68bbeb9ac334a1845)
Alternative
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg209.imageshack.us%2Fimg209%2F2113%2Fcanaldrain1ti5.jpg&hash=429eb967257dc1da1ee87867d13be7ffae016644)
As you can see, it's made up from a number of off-the-shelf parts you are certainly likely to be familiar with. I ran your stone retaining walls through the Lot Editor and moved some things around on your culvert-water drop lot, and there you have it.
David
Jeronij, your town is looking amazing! I love the way the buildings cascade down the slopes to the water, amazing! &apls
Fantastic panorama picture of that area, jeronij!
Looking forward to the final result of your building on slopes experiments...
Hola Jeronij,
The general view of your harbour is excellent! :thumbsup:
I'm very curious how will it look when more buildings will grow, especially on these slopes ;D
I have something for you ;)
Water areas in your harbour are relatively small, so I prepared for you smaller water ripples :D. Try them, maybe they will look good?
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg395.imageshack.us%2Fimg395%2F4413%2Fharbourripplesv3pg8.jpg&hash=85d6bb716131da9f61cce27166822f0d080ae370)
Edit: if you want to make them smaller/bigger/more straight/more curvy, tell me please
thanks David for the suggestion ( too much space used however... ::) ) and Adam, thanks for this cute mod :thumbsup: , I'll test it asap and I'll show the results ;)
Hello dear Mallorca visitors :thumbsup:
In the meantime, another long update which I hope you find at least interesting ... ::) ;)
It is time to start showing what some of you have been requesting right from the beginnig... lets start to build on slopes ¡¡¡¡
The Port de Soller area is rich in sloped areas, so it is not difficult to find the first serious one...
UPDATE 6 - SECTION 1 - Presentation
First let me introduce you the area where we are going to work.
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_01.jpg)
It took me a while to get the desired transit network layout. Really a while ::)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_02.jpg)
There seems to be not much room there....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_03.jpg)
But this is the basis where we will start to expand the town...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_04.jpg)
UPDATE 6 - SECTION 2 - Fixing the Parking
As we carefully start to expand the town, some terrain tiles may suffer some unwanted deformations. I would swear this is due to the lack of foundation in such lots....The fact is that as we placed houses on the bottom line, the parking had to be replaced.
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_05.jpg)
Since this was an slope conforming lot (obviously), it was a matter of fixing the terrain.... a well placed road tile ...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_06.jpg)
This fixed the terrain
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_07.jpg)
And it was a simple matter of placing the parking again ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_08.jpg)
UPDATE 6 - SECTION 3 - Building on Slopes
As we climb the hill, we need more terrain, all the availabe terrain in fact.... so I thought, a well place strecht of road woul give me some more space here....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_09.jpg)
But unfortunately some of the lots were slope conforming, and the result was far from what we expected. The circles show the results which are ok
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_10.jpg)
So after a Reader's session, where I changed all the lots placement properties in my MBEAR houses lots, I decided to try again. I forgot to mention that you should never save your cities after a failed test where the terrain has suffered changes like this case...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_11.jpg)
Again a short road.... crossing fingers here....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_12.jpg)
And this time worked as expected ¡¡¡. The lots do look properly now, thanks to the custom retaining walls, and we have a whole new set of tiles where we can zone ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_13.jpg)
Some additional trees here and there, and this is the final result....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_14.jpg)
those are some really high walls, but I like them more than the cliffs, and they allow maximal use of the available terrain....
I hope you like this new phase in Port de Soller, this is just the start.... this hill will be full of life in one or two updates ;D
And I dont forget your pleasant comments and suggestions, so a BIG THANKS to all for your kind support :thumbsup:
That is fantastic Jeronij! That wall behind the houses looks much better than the slope. Did you get those 1x1 residentials from MBEAR's mediterean lots? I can never get 1x1 to grow. Amazing as always!
Extraordinary work here, jeronij!
The slopes look absolutely breathtaking, and the way you've developed them is striking as well. I love the way you solved the problem with the buildings on the slope, too. Those retaining walls look perfect there!
Can't wait to see more, my friend!
Dustin
Very nice work, the town is very beautiful and I like the planning that goes into it.
I personally do not find the big walls very attractive but nevertheless the town looks splendid!
I can't wait for your next update!
That beach reminds me of a small secluded beach i once stumbled acrros on Tenerife, nice and dark sand ( Volcanic?) burt nobody there &mmm Wonder why, it was much better than that trashy beach in Puerto De La Cruz...
Great work on building on slopes there, jeronij! And wonderful pictures of that hill!! :thumbsup:
Looking forward to more...
Well, this is certainly what you would call pushing the game to its limits. I think you are on to something, and I can't wait to see how you will push the envelope even further with your outstanding work. :thumbsup:
Now that is an excellent application of the games limits my friend. Those retaining walls are incredible as well, very realistic in my opinion. I've enjoyed following this project and my joy has no diminished at all throughout, but increased :thumbsup:
Jeroni that is a great step by step on how to fix a bad parking area and also a slope problem, thank you for showing the best stuff at work!!!
Jeroni,
You must know me well by now, I hope. ;)
I think your overall layout of the island so far looks great. I am not one for building on such terrain as I don't usually like the out come of certain situations. The only problem I see so far is the very high retaining wall in the last update. I think it looks unrealistic and I'm not saying that, that is what you are going for or not. But......I'm just saying in this case I don't like how it looks. Maybe if it was lower and could be hidden from sight by the buildings themselves, than it might look better. ;) It just seems too high.
I really envy those that have the patience to build on such terrain as yourself and I know I could not do any better myself.
I do look forward to your next update.
Robin :thumbsup:
I'm pretty sure you could make anything look good on a slope :) Great job :thumbsup:
splendid works all is very well to organize , and to control you several type of program I that I congratulate you, of share one needs much time for all to implement .
I like the style architectural used here and especially impressing it personal number of batches created here &apls
hasten to see your next update ;)
Hello again dear Mallorca visitors :thumbsup:
alfred, I used a modified version of my MBEAR Residential lots (http://sc4devotion.com/csxlex/lex_filedesc.php?lotGET=468) ;)
rooker1, since this was my first success with that technique, I'll leave it the way it is.... I just hope I will be able to get better as I can practice a bit more ;D
To All: the beach texture I am using in the pictures is not very similar to the real beach in Port de Soller, but I havent found a satisfactory solution to this yet.... give me some time ::)
Thanks to all for the feedback so far :thumbsup: , today I will post some more pictures in the hilly town in Port de Soller.... more building on slopes.... ;D
No, with no further delay, lets go with the pictures ;)
As we climb the hill, we use the recently created new terrain....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update7/JRJ_MCA_Update6_01.jpg)
Those old houses grew quite soon and nicely here ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update7/JRJ_MCA_Update6_02.jpg)
And slowly slowly the area starts to take shape.... however still too much rock texture yet
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update7/JRJ_MCA_Update6_03.jpg)
From other points of view, the cliffs are not so evident, and the town looks more dense ::)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update7/JRJ_MCA_Update6_04.jpg)
It is a matter of filling all the available space.....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update7/JRJ_MCA_Update6_05.jpg)
And as we arrive to the top of the hill, some "standard" zoning....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update7/JRJ_MCA_Update6_06.jpg)
I was too lazy to modell the real church that is placed here in RL, but this one is also nice.... some parks for the childs are also always welcome ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update7/JRJ_MCA_Update6_07.jpg)
And finally an overall look to the actual situation....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update7/JRJ_MCA_Update6_08.jpg)
More building on slopes in the next update ;)
I hope you find the development interesting ;D
Like that hilly town in Port de Soller! Great work there! Looking forward to more building on slopes in the next update!
this is amazing, those houses on slopes look really great, I'm waiting the next update!
Hey, jeronij!
Someone above said something like, "You can make anything look good on a slope." I would have agreed wholeheartedly with that statement before seeing these latest pictures, but now, I think it's a bit of an understatement! You continue to impress me, my friend! Excellent work!
Dustin
This is amazing work jeronij. I've been trying similar slope constructions lately, but they are nowhere near your work... &apls
Great update my friend. I look at these pics with amazement, I really envy the work you do and the ability to build on such terrain. I always look forward to updates from you of any kind. &apls
As for my previous comment, it was just my opinion of what I saw. I wasn't asking you to actually change it, but maybe keep it in mind for next time. ;)
Robin :thumbsup:
Your buildings on slopes are very interesting for me. The best thing in your updates is showing your "workshop", planning and erection techniques. Sometimes the terraforming and buildings look a bit strange during the creation process, but everything is reasonable and the final effect is very original.
For now I especially like the 6th and 7th pictures because of their interesting perspective. But I'm sure other views will look at least such excellent after some work with flora. It is interesting how much can we done playing with rock and trees together, isn't it? ;)
Adam
amazing building on slope &apls
looking forward to the next update ;)
mauricio.
This is a most interesting process to watch, jeroni. Thank you for sharing your progress step-by-step.
Until next time...
Joan
I love the city on the slopeside, it looks so gorgeous and mediterranean. ;D
It's very good and it's very difficult to make what you do in the mountain.
Very well made this sloped village &apls
Hello dear Mallorca visitors :thumbsup:
A BIG THANKS for you kind words and support ;D
I am glad you are not still tired of slopes.... ::) ... now comes the third (and last for the moment) part of the Building on Slopes Series, which will complete this part of the city of Port de Soller ;)
In the next pictures you can see how I followed the technique described in earlier updates to fill in all the possible gaps.... in the end, you can build so densely in slopes as anywhere else, but tow main rules to keep in mind: Use small lots/zoning and let some cliffs free. They will add realism to the scene (imo of course :P )
Port de Soller - Building on Slopes Part 3
Finishing the town on the hill
It was time to finish the upper side of the hill...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_01.jpg)
A better perspective...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_02.jpg)
Again the small 1x1 lots showed quite instantly.
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_03.jpg)
They have proved to work really well in slopes, in both sides.
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_04.jpg)
There was still an available trench of useable terrain hidden out there.... ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_05.jpg)
And it was inmediately put to work by mayor jeronij.
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_06.jpg)
This was the last touch, the area... it is quite fullfilled now ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_07.jpg)
Lets sit and relax....
First lets recall the original situation,
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update6/JRJ_MCA_Update6_01.jpg)
And the final one...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_08.jpg)
And now time for some perspective views...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_09.jpg)
Turning...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_10.jpg)
... and turning again....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_11.jpg)
And lets stop turning ::) , and have a look to the overall situation
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_12.jpg)
I hope you like the results so far. In the next updates I will start working seriously with the fishing harbour down the hill, and after this, finally I'll start the military base ;D
Btw, I have been modelling some (hopefully) nice military buildings for that area.... very mediterranean btw :D :D
Military HeadQuarters
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_13.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_14.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_15.jpg)
After this, I made the docks administrative building.... the real one was demolished some years ago in Port de Soller ::)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_17.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_18.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_19.jpg)
And I also made some custom ammo silo entrances.... for some lotting ideas that were rounding my mind ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_20.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_21.jpg)
A detail on the ammo silo's door.... I enjoyed making the texture ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update8/JRJ_MCA_Update8_22.jpg)
I hope you enjoyed the pics :thumbsup:
All I have to say is, "The end justifies the means."
The end result looks great.
The new models are very interesting. I like them.
&apls
Robin :thumbsup:
Whew!
Another impressive update from the master! I absolutely love the "before-and-after" look you've given us at the slopes you built on, and the new military facilities look incredible! I can't wait to see them pop up in the game. Magnificent work, as always, my friend!
Dustin
Lovely as always! &apls
Excellent work again &apls
excellent jeronij like always works! all is very beautiful and your buildings soldier are very successful &apls &apls
impatient to see the continuation !
Stunning shots of the hillside development, jeroni. Even in my own limited experience, I have found it sometimes difficult to make things look suitable from all angles. Your work is amazing, though.
The new buildings are of great interest as I am just now learning to use the B.A.T. They are beautifully done and I look forward to seeing them in game.
Until next time...
Joan
Jeronij - I had some catching up to do in Mallorca, but thanks to that I had the priviledge to follow the transforming of the hill by you in all 3 updates right after each other. Man what patience you have - I envie you for that... and the result is showing. It's amazing how you managed that. I wish I could only get part of your patience when playing the game - but no, I am always in a rush to finish the tile.
You are the best - a true master in my view, and a very good host to all other majors for that reason. This MD shows the devotion you have for the game. Thanks for showing your great playing to all of us.
Very nice Jeroni. I wasn't quite sure how the lots would appear on some of the more drastic slopes, but I have to say, the end result is brilliant. (although there is a backdoor or two there that I wouldn't want to walk out of :D )
Looking forward to seeing the fishing harbour
Dave
This sloped town is realistic, he can do everything with SC4 finally :thumbsup:
This is very promising BAT &apls
Not easy to build in the hills , and you do it right &apls &apls Super work and great looking bat you gonna do :thumbsup:
That's an excellent part 3 of your work on slopes! Great work!
And the models are also looking fantastic! :thumbsup:
awesome!!
the developed area is great :thumbsup: (tu haces que parezca sencillo construir en colinas así)
looking forward to the fishing harbour and the military base ;)
Stunning &apls
It always amazes me how you managed to conquer the most difficult terrain and
make it look so easy. But you also turn it into a mini tutorial as a bonus to help us all out.
I learn so much just following your MD - I thank you :thumbsup:
As for your new BATs - marvelous cant wait to see your placement of these :D
Till the next time
Regards
Derry
Hi Jeronij,
The slope-work is brilliant, without doubt. Port de Soller looks a lovely place, I can imagine strolling down the hill and having a nice cold Cruzcampo in the bar overlooking the harbour.
The final overview shot is very impressive, nice use of the terrain mod, with the cliffs.
And the military buildings are looking good too - I'm sure they'll be just as good in-game.
Paul
Jeronij, it's a stunning work &apls &apls &apls
Saludos
i love what you do with the slopes and this silo is a great idea &apls
Jeroni wow!!!! I loved that Silo it looks like something out of the movies, in praticular Doom!!!! I loved that admin building and the HQ!!! Great job on the whole update and we'll see you soon......
Hello dear Mallorca visitors :thumbsup:
You are always very kind. Thanks for your support and encouragement ;) . I have been a bit busy lately... and still I am, so I will directly go to show you some progress in Port de Soller (not much really, but I hope you like it).
Port de Soller - Finishing the Town in the hill
There were still some free spaces in the hill area, so Mayor jeronij built them a bit....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update9/JRJ_MCA_Update9_01.jpg)
...and this is the (suposed) next area to be developed... there is not much room there, and there are many things which have to be added, so it is a nice puzzle...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update9/JRJ_MCA_Update9_02.jpg)
... the more you climb the hill, the worse the situation becomes ::) ....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update9/JRJ_MCA_Update9_03.jpg)
... fortunaltely the traffic simulator called my attention to a very dangerous crossing in the area... those little details.... :-[
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update9/JRJ_MCA_Update9_04.jpg)
... this is the "evil" crossing.....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update9/JRJ_MCA_Update9_05.jpg)
... so I changed it a little bit.... (there is no roundabout in real life, and it would not fit in the overall layout ;)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update9/JRJ_MCA_Update9_06.jpg)
After this distraction, and probably because I was tired of building on land only, I decided to start to plan the military base....
Port de Soller - Starting the military area...
I initially placed a radar station...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update9/JRJ_MCA_Update9_07.jpg)
... and some dorms for the troops.... ( I couldnt get a better placement for that lot in that place $%Grinno$% )
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update9/JRJ_MCA_Update9_08.jpg)
...there is also not much room left in the area....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update9/JRJ_MCA_Update9_09.jpg)
.... but I plan to fill every single free tile (and more if I can :P )
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update9/JRJ_MCA_Update9_10.jpg)
I hope you like the development.... many changes are to come to the area yet ;D
WoW
you astound as ever &apls
That is some very tight building space you have to deal with and the hill will certainly be a challenge ;) :D
I like the start you have made to the base too.
this is a project to rival 3RR particularly as you are solo'ing it :D :D
Can't wait to see what you do next
ok I'll put the kettle on while I wait :)
have this one on me Jeroni
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg152.imageshack.us%2Fimg152%2F2651%2Fkaffe06ut5.gif&hash=b712f75428e987c8f6b0e93298c7ff4cbdaf43f8)
regards
Derry
Port de Soller is turning out the be a true jewel Jeronij. I love the atmosphere in the town. I hope it's as nice in RL too! The military cape is looking great....and I am loooking forward to see how you finish that cape.
Very nice! I especially like the military area and the spring/canal. It looks like a challenging terrain to work with, but everything is turning out great so far. :thumbsup:
Great result on that town in the hill! And also wonderful starting of the military base!
Looking forward to more of it...
Ah yes, many buildings in a small area - a frequent topic of conversation among my teammates since we live in three essentially different worlds! Your work is, indeed, a very interesting process to watch and I am especially intrigued by the way the streets and roads are shaping up on the slopes.
And at last there will be a military base - a long-awaited development! ;)
Until next time...
Joan
Jeroni you never ceast to amaze me, great and wonderful update here!!! BTW are you planning to release any of the custom stuff you have made so far for Mallorca???
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg64.imageshack.us%2Fimg64%2F4417%2Fspeloncatoaj0.jpg&hash=69d48bd87d628dac30049e78090b33a221c1ef44)
Speloncato - Corsica (France)
Living myself in a mediterranean country ( How lucky we are , isn't it ? ;) ) , I have to say that your work about this theme is the finest known ... Thanks to Mickebear , Odd from sweden & frogface too .
Building on slopes , zoning on rocks , learning to fly ... you would be good enough to build one of these small villages of Corsica - one of my dreams - . Hehe , why the greatest and most interesting challenges are always about the smallest things ? ::)
Your mastery feeds my interest ( which really needs to be fed currently ) for this game , again & again ... Thank you Jeroni ! :thumbsup: &apls &apls &apls
P.S. ; I went to Palma in the 80's and I remember its splendid cathedral ( for Debussyman ? ) but not to Port de Soller (the name sounds french ()what() ) . That's looks a beautiful and very scenic place . ;)
I cannot believe how good you are at building on slopes!! $%Grinno$%
Mine always turn out like... well you understand ;D
Awesome work as always Jeronij!!
Looking forward to more mate :thumbsup:
I find your game style very intriguing, always. Your ability to build on slopes and still have it look realistic is outstanding. I have always said I have no patience for this type of terrain, but I have been challenged to do my next region on something a little more less flat. I think I may try, but no where near like yours.
I can't wait to see the stream coming down from the mountains. I hope you may have some pictures from that area as well next update. ;)
Robin :thumbsup:
Hello dear Mallorca visitors ;D
TTC, thanks for that cup of tea. Really welcome ;)
sebes, c.p., bat, Alfred.Jones, thanks for your kind comments and support :thumbsup: ¡¡¡, you make this MD worth it ;D
Pat, I plan to release most of the custom content I am making for Mallorca, it is just a matter of time ;)
Badsim, this is a really nice challenge :thumbsup: . I can already visualize a SC4 Spelocanto's version ... $%#Ninj2 ... ::) .I have to agree with you about the smallest things being the hardest to achieve ;) .Also, I want to specially thank you because of your mastery when it comes to create lots :thumbsup: . You really opened my mind and made my cities creation "easier" $%Grinno$% &apls &apls
Rooker, it will take some time until I develop that stream... I hope you find the waiting time enjoyable as well ;)
Now, with no further delay, some more pictures... before I continue the military base, which will require many custom content, I noticed that the docks area near the train station was not finished yet....
Port de Soller - Finishing the Docks
This is the area being worked.... I placed an industrial tower as a placeholder....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_01.jpg)
The first lot was a TE connection, which included the end for the docks...also some boats props here and there.... I also placed one of my old Shore Conforming Seawalls to set the break between the different docks areas....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_02.jpg)
I also BATted a small semi-diagonal piece to fill in the other remaining lot....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_03.jpg)
.. it starts to look better, but far from what I wanted... but I decided to continue with the other fishing docks...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_04.jpg)
... I created some more custom models and lots, and started to place them....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_05.jpg)
... they dont look exactly as expected (again ::) ) but it gave the desired look to the area...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_06.jpg)
.... some perspectives on the work in progress...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_07.jpg)
.... I hope you like them...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_08.jpg)
... and some overall looks on the whole situation...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_09.jpg)
... from the military base point of view...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_10.jpg)
... and I decided to go back to the diagonal docks.... I hope you can already notice the change... $%Grinno$%
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_11.jpg)
... well, I guess here you can see it better....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_12.jpg)
... I decided to re-BAT the filler piece again, and this time it covers all the tiles...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_13.jpg)
.... this way I could add some additional details, like the concrete pylons and some other stuff...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_14.jpg)
... and the whole area looks more "solid" now.... ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_15.jpg)
For those who didnt notice what I am talking about, :P ,this is the final lots combination I used for the area.
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update10/JRJ_MCA_Update10_16.jpg)
I hope you find those pictures nice and interesting ;D
Feel free to share your feedback :thumbsup:
&apls
The amount of time and effort you put into each area is amazing! Shows how you make such good looking cities :)
I am in love with those seawalls!! :D Cannot wait for them to be released!!
That diagonal looks much better now, it blends in beautifully!
Thanks for the update! Now i must go update my sig :P
Hola Jeronij,
Looking at your new updates is always a good playtime and an excellents source of inspiration for me! :thumbsup:
Especially tracking the development of your "buildings on slopes" area is fascinating (the reason is obvious - I have some hills in my region too :D)
And your BATing achievements are really fantastic, both more "serious" objects and all this small stuff which adds a lot to the general look of the area! &apls
The finishing work is often most time-consuming, but it usually decide if the area looks alive and realistic or not, and you know it very good
It's a great pleasure to visit you here!
Adam
Details &apls
its all in the details as you say &apls
And my, how you really put time and effort into getting them right.
I always enjoy coming here and once again this time was no exception,
the whole area now looks so much better and the final bat to cover the whole area- amazing
All in all another superb update,
I off to stick the kettle on- fancy one?
:satisfied:
TTC
I just enjoy this, all the details you put into it, just like you always have done.
It's great to see Port de Soller develop. And the fact you show us your step by step pictures just makes it all the more interesting. That filler Bat/Lot really does make the difference to the overall look - congratulations.
Fantastic new update there, jeronij! And like that work on that area! It's looking beautiful!
More beautiful Mediterranean wonderfulness. You can just feel the sun on your face and hear the lap-lap-lap of the little waves on the side of the harbor.
Vacation time!
David
OMG Jeronij simply wonderful and I love those filler lots!!!! WOW I cant belive the realizm you are doing here and what David said its time for a wonderful Spanish Vacation!!!!
Excellent work. Now there is a way for drivers to access the boat ramp and those BATs you created really bring that area together. Impressive work and great detail. I'll be waiting to see what comes next.
-Matt
Incredible work, my friend! Absolutely incredible! The amount of time you spend and the attention to detail that you maintain is fantastic!
I'll will definitely be on the edge of my seat, waiting for more!
Dustin
wow, I just love all of the intricate details! ;D
Great effort your putting into this Jeronij. Such detail! Though I did notice that your water texture is very transparent and as a result you can see the seabed, looks kind of nasty, might want to change that if you get the change. For all I know you did it to make it easier to build stuff in the area.
I really can't wait to see this military base and the main city on Mallorca!
Quote from: jeronij on April 20, 2008, 06:43:25 AM
Badsim...I have to agree with you about the smallest things being the hardest to achieve ;) .Also, I want to specially thank you because of your mastery when it comes to create lots :thumbsup: . You really opened my mind and made my cities creation "easier" $%Grinno$% &apls &apls
I couldn't agree more, and you're really following Badsim's mastering line, becoming one yourself. Beautifull detailing. Congrats &apls
every time you post an update here, i need a lot of time enjoying it, and another lot of time looking for appropriate words to put in my comment. all your work is amazing and i can't imagine how many hours/days would take me to achieve half of that detail in such small areas..
thinking you make filler lots to use only once (there's no chance you use a lot with that shape in another place, i believe).. you crazy? (just kidding)
waiting to know more about Port de Soller..
mauricio.
Excellent work Jeronij, I enjoy each update of Mallorca, very realistic and picturesque :thumbsup:
What a wonderful experience it is to watch the development of Mallorca unfold one step at a time. Truly it is a work of art.
Until next time...
Joan
Excellent update Jeronij !!! &apls ...The Docks are astonishing, great work :thumbsup:
Saludos
Sweet work here Jeronij! looks really great. This is the kind of pictures that really, really makes you wanna play sim city again, rather hard to find time while protecting the Swedish shores from, well whatever threats the Swedish shores have.
Cheers
whow!
this starting to look very good J!!
keep us updated and show what you are working on with your custom content!
nice!!!!
E
Splendid ! These pictures are so attractive for me that I regularly come to see them again and again ... that's almost hypnotic .
It seems to me that I know your work since always ... and Mallorca will be your absolute masterpiece . No doubt . ;)
Hello dear Mallorca visitors ¡¡¡
I am late, but I am ;D , so I firstly present you my excuses for the long time between updates.... ::) ... and I hope you find this one interesting and nice ;)
Before the update starts, I want to thanks all the members who dropped a post in this MD. All your comments are really encouraging and welcome :thumbsup:
Alfred.jones, Adam, TTC, vester, paroch, bat, David, Pat, Matt, Dustin, panthersimcity4, Rayden, Berethor, Joan, ussagus, ejc, thanks for your kind words and feedback :thumbsup: :thumbsup: ¡¡¡
Yoman, I am constantly playing with the terrain parameters and textures in this region, so you may expect to see some changes in the terrain and water textures from time to time... I hope you dont mind ;)
figui, well, probably I am a bit crazy... $%Grinno$% ... but I think every SC4 city is unique and not repeatable, so each and every one deserves as much care as you can give it ;D :D :D
xiziz, best luck in your military service.... unfortunately Port de Soller is quite far from the Swedish seas... you are missing something really nice ;D
badsim, thanks for such pleasant comments from a master :thumbsup:
... and with no further delay, lets go with the pictures ;) ¡¡¡
Port de Soller - The Military Base - Part 1 - The Commander's Villa
Lets remember where we are... its been a while since the last update.... :-[ ... we are continuing to build the military area in Port de Soller... not much done so far... $%Grinno$%
The most remarcable thing in this first picture is the great effect acomplished with Ennedi's custom waves mod, wich really gives a more realistic effect. Thanks Adam for such a (small and big at the same time )mod :thumbsup:
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_01.jpg)
In that corner was placed the Commander's Villa... I was not really satisfied with the model so far for two reasons.... the roof, which didnt look right, but I got better results in later projects ;D , and the overall scale, which was a bit too small ::) ... I tried to solve the last problem with more or less good results... see some pictures below.... ;)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_02.jpg)
A close-up, so you can see the details, and how out of scale the building is &mmm
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_03.jpg)
Port de Soller - The Military Base - Part 1 - The Hangars and Control Point
Here you can see a lateral view on the building, and also another custom lot I created for the entrance/Control Point
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_04.jpg)
I added another custom lot. This time a repair hangar... later on I changed and completed it with some more details.... sometimes it is easy to miss some props here and there... ::)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_05.jpg)
Another perspective....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_06.jpg)
And a close-up on the Control Point.... I have to admit that there is not much room for the vehicles there.... ::)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_07.jpg)
Port de Soller - The Military Base - Part 1 - Some Random views...
Time to relax and take some pictures.....
One of those typical front images.... slowly slowly the urban area is taking shape....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_08.jpg)
Some Nightlights at work...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_09.jpg)
This one is specially dedicated to David... I'd swear I can see him sitting on that restaurant in the train station.... ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_10.jpg)
Port de Soller - The Military Base - Part 1 - The Ammo Silos
Before continuing I decided to re-scale the Villa Model in the MAX, and this is the new scale.... it fits much better with the overall area.. imo of course :P ¡¡¡
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_11.jpg)
And now time for some more experimenting with custom lots's tresholds, retaining walls and foundations... first some walls demolition was needed
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_12.jpg)
... and once we have some room, time to place anothe custom lot, this time with some custom BATs as well.... the idea is to simulate some ammunition silos build inside the mountain.... I hope you like the result.... ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_13.jpg)
In this picture you can (hopefully) better see how the silos are excavated on the mountain
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_14.jpg)
And a last look on the area. I specially like this picture because it starts to have lots and lots of details, and you must carefully look at it to see them all ;)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_15.jpg)
I hope you like the update. I really liked making it :thumbsup:
Simply put:
BRILLIANT!
your attention to detail is seldom met, that is shaping up to be an amazing MD
Joe
You are right about that last picture having lots of detail. When the entire area is finished it will be spectacular (it's close right now though). The villa does look better in its new form and fits in well. As far as the entry point goes... I think you wouldn't want to give them much room to go through (you want them to slow down/stop). The ammo silos look like they turned out well too. My only suggestion for them (and it would be a minor one) would be to change the texture on the top a bit so that the part up against the walll is a bit darker/weathered (to simulate all of the dirt that washes down the wall). Aside from that, great idea and great execution.
-Matt
Another astonishing update, my friend!
I do agree that the taller villa looks better, it gives the building more of a presence that you'd think a commander's villa should have. Just another example of how much you pay attention to detail and how it has a fantastic outcome!
Can't wait to see more!
Dustin
Absolutely stunning update.
Since youare paying attention to every little detail, I have an idea.
Your silo in the mountain side. What if you took the yellow fence prop and raised it (in LE) high enough to appear as if it is at the road level. Move the road one square to the left and make the upper part three squares flat and than the down hill part. Make sense?
Other wise, I'm loving it. &apls It's always nice to see some new work from you.
Robin :thumbsup:
Beautiful work on that update! Also wonderful new pictures of that superb area!!
Looking forward to more...
&apls &apls Great work jeronij . I like the details that you put on , and great seawalls set too. Nice silo that you have done , they will practical beside a montain . Keep it up :thumbsup:
I have been checking this project since the beginning on ST.
Great region jeronij, and the pics from Port de Soller...excelent!!
:thumbsup:
i have one question for you...
since the beginning i was never able to build rural diagonal roads, whenever i try they became normal roads, can you explain me how to do that!?!
Many thanks and keep going with all your excelent projects, you have gave a lot to all the people who love SC4D.
&apls
Your silos look excellent there, though I would hate to be driving on that road on top of them, no fence to stop you from driving off :P Oh well, games fault. The control point is very nice also, there isn't much room for vehicles to pass, so they have to slow down to be checked, think of it that way :P
As always looking forward to more :thumbsup:
Wonderful update, jeroni! And as many who have gone before me have said, the detail work is amazing.
As I look at the overview (right before the night shots) I see so much more on that hillside that I'd have ever thought possible. The military base was worth waiting for as well, but to be sure, I'd never have guessed there would be room for it!
Truly, many will marvel, but few will achieve!
Joan
This is unbelievably realistic, Jeroni. I feel as though I could visit the real Port de Soller and know my way around town.
I did some research on Mallorca today and must say that it certainly looks like an interesting place to visit and live-I can't wait to see your total recreation!
Cheers,
Kevin
Superb this update, congratulations &apls
You takes a great importance to the details and that's what makes the beauty of this city ;)
Hello Jeronij,
I love your new update &apls
It's very realistic :thumbsup:
I would like to see more :D
;)
Jeroni simply breathtaking update and I love the ammo dump area!!!!
Hi Jeronij,
Another stunning update. My favourite is the apartments at night - so many night lights, but not too many. It really does look magnificent. And at that time of night I can imagine the noise, as all of the families will be gathering together for their dinner, with much chatting and laughing. Spannish towns (and I mean the not too touristy ones) by the sea really do have a special feel in the evening. In fact, I think I can see myself sitting in that bar as well, with a nice large glass of cold Cruzcampo.
And your custom BATs and lots just add to the uniqueness here.
I look forward to more.
Paul
Hola Jeronij,
It's a real pleasure to look at your updates, so much interesting details and great views :)
I'm glad my waves look good in your harbour! I want to make a few things more with terrain, rocks etc. but I would like to have more free time ;D
Both custom lots and other details are fantastic, but I must say I'm really impressed of the city general view - as you said it slowly takes shape, but at this moment we can see that it will be one of the most realistic and beautiful SC4 cities!
I'm very curious how will look the military base, I like amunition silos very much! But people living in all these buildings close to them can have unusual attractions from time to time :D
Adam
This is positively brilliant! I really like...well...all of it! &apls
Now, what interests me is the sidewalk texture on some of your streets, but not all. The sidewalks I am talking about are where they are very narrow, andright up against the street, lacking the usual grass separation that the game uses as default in industrial and low-density areas, which I notice that you have also, in different places. I would really like to know about that. Specifically, it's the street in the bottom left curving up the hill in the image below.
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/update11/JRJ_MCA_Update11_01.jpg)
Best. Med. Sea. Village. Ever.
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg501.imageshack.us%2Fimg501%2F2304%2Fportdesollerbv1.jpg&hash=ec05fb186aceb9de80c4bf361a1187ff8b8a9d0e)
Ever ever!
This pic of Port de Soller is my new desktop background. It replaces a pic from Simtropia, which has been up for almost two years.
David
Lovely! I really like those seawalls aswell. I like the way how you create custom bats to go in your cities. :)
Astounding attention to the smallest detail &apls
Superb just superb. I dunno what else to say :D :D
:satisfied:
TTC
Beautiful job Jeronij !!! Excelente...!! &apls &apls
Saludos
muy buen trabajo bravo hermoso MD :thumbsup:
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very good job bravo beautiful MD ;)
Awesome MD here you've got jeronji. Although youve worked on such a small area all it looks amazing with great docks
Will
I look after your city JRJ and i love it!So beautiful! &apls :thumbsup:
I found a beautiful image of Port de Soller on wikipedia - you really know what you're doing! Great work.
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fupload.wikimedia.org%2Fwikipedia%2Fcommons%2Fthumb%2Ff%2Ff1%2FPort_de_S%25C3%25B3ller.JPG%2F800px-Port_de_S%25C3%25B3ller.JPG&hash=710fa15d332f787776036789347b920af261faa7)
inactive...? =O
- Allan Kuan
Oh Jeronij it is beautiful! :) :thumbsup:
very nice!
&apls
Hello to all again.... ::)
After some time I have the opportunity to develop my cities a little bit more, so I have continued to work a bit more with my beloved city Port de Soller ;D
Because my lack of time, I will probably create less custom models, and I will use other creator's ones... for special cases I will make my own of course. Now I will start to post some old pictures, August 2008 aprox., which will give you an overall idea about the situation at that time. After some updates, you will see me using more "standard" custom content, but I am sure the result will be equally good, if not better :D :D
I also hope to be able to accomplish the MD section rules, and keep this one alive and post at least once per month :thumbsup:
Now lets start with the pictures:
First a view on the old town center:
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_01.jpg)
As you may notice, the old road system needs some improvement.... more on this shortly... ;)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_03.jpg)
I also made some changes in the fishing area. I demolished the old houses, and placed some modern market facilities, which will be more helpful for the city's budget ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_02.jpg)
Next step was the military base Officces and guard guard corps. I made the building with the MAX, and I made a first lot using the surrounding seawalls models.... I was not really satisfied with the look of it, nor with the props layout...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_04.jpg)
So I made a new seawalls version for this area of Port de Soller, and I worked a little more the lot pros placement...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_05.jpg)
This time it was looking better... ::)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_06.jpg)
But the pier was still empty.... more buildings were needed....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_07.jpg)
So I made another set of buildings to fill that area...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_08.jpg)
This time are dorms for the marines....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_09.jpg)
Now the area starts to look much closer to the wanted result... ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_10.jpg)
Finally, to end with this update, some distant views on the currently worked area...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_11.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_12.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_13.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE12/JRJ_MCA_Update12_14.jpg)
In the next update, Mayor jeronij will finish this first pier, and start working with the second one.... ;)
I have totally updated my plugins folder this year. I have the whole SC4D LEX DVD installed, plus some extra GB collected here and there, until the incredible amount of +4GB in my plugins folder... ??? ... I am amazed that this old game still works with all that load ::) :D :D ... but this gives me much much more flexibity and potentiall to create beautiful cities with less effort. I will probably sacrifice some realism in the incoming updates, but I'll try to keep everything solid and consistent as much as I can.
I hope you like the new pictures :thumbsup:
It's so beautfiul &apls Congratulations my favourite spanish! :P
Guillaume :thumbsup:
wow it pays off to be on at the right time to catch the wonderful return of Mallorca!!! Jeronij I cant wait to see some new stuff and I know no matter what you use either by your hands or someone else hands it will turn out wonderful!!! Welcome back to the MD's!!!
Pat
its Awesome to have you back Jeroni :) looking SWEEEEEEET!
That's great to see Mallorca alive again! :thumbsup:
I hope some of your creations can be released in future, it would be very nice if the Mediterranean set of houses would be enriched by smaller addons such as these market faccilities :thumbsup: and some other smaller stuff for sidewalsk and plazas.
I like the way you present the city development. Your detailed explanations and closeups are very interesting :)
Adam
Wow, this is really so spanish
Love the winding roads, and all thoses pedestrians everywhere ! BTW do you use a pedestrian generator for them ? Can you do a little tuto on how to do that if you have enough time of course ?
What are thoses BATs on the port ( the blue one on the 3rd pic ) ?
It's wonderful to see a new update here! Great to see your MD back with a great update!
Very nice work on these pictures! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
It's great to see you working on this again Jeronij. I'm booking my vacation in Mallorca this Summer. Will it be ready in time?
Geoff
It's great to see you posting again and showing us your creations! Great work, especially on the pier(s).
Hello to all, and thanks for the warm welcome :thumbsup:
I am glad you keep liking Port de Soller ;D
Wou, I am not using any mod for the pedestrians, I use one of Maxis generators, which Barbyw gently pointed me to ;) (I dont recall the name of the prop now, but I'll check it )
Again thanks to all for your feedback ¡¡¡
EDIT: The pedestrian generator I used is called Randomwalk_Army_Ped ;)
Hope I'm not too late to add my "Welcome Back!" I know I'll enjoy watching this lovely city develop once again.
Later...
Joan
welcome back boss, great update good use of custom content new and old, cars driving on railways, definite infrastructure upgrade required there, even if its only a reducation program :D
Looks great as usual! Nice to see you back at it!
I've been rebuilding my plugin list after a crash 2 years ago... I just collected and collected and I'm finally trying to play again... yikes, it's tough going through all of this stuff!
Great - Mallorca, or more precise: Port de Soller is back in the picture! Looking at the first pictures again made me feel at home right away. You're building a great port there too. Looking forward to following the growth of this MD further....
Jeroni, You're back ! &hlp
Beautiful pictures, I really love that little fishing port. Also those new works on it are very nice !
Can't wait to see more of Port de Soller.
Take Care,
Arthur. :thumbsup:
Welcome back Mallorca :thumbsup: Long time no see, but it`s normal , cause you made your own buildings ;D There very nice btw and the port too &apls &apls Hope to see more soon.
Hello Jeroni,
Good to see you back doing your MD.
I really love to watch the things you come up with, what a joy.
Robin :thumbsup:
Wait... WHAT!? Jeroni... you're back with MD?! That's just plain awesome! :o &apls
I actually recall looking at this MD like 3 days ago and thought that it would be nice to see you reactivating it... Now I feel like I have some special powers :D
Anyway, that's just sweet as everyone else has said. Keep up the awesome work you've done so far! :thumbsup:
Piotr
OMG! Love this MD a lot, just read trough it all at once!
You've created a really fantastic city here, the realism is to be admired :thumbsup:
From now on I'm going to stop by often to check on your progress ;D
Oh, my! Yes! :thumbsup: I was afraid this MD was dead, but it looks like it's back and better than ever. Just that one little diagonal street section with the filler tiles in the second pic was enough for me, but the waterfront areas are also quite nice. Keep up the good work, Jeroni!
&apls
Welcome to page 16
Hi Jeronij,
I'm so happy to see Mallorca back &hlp Congratulation for 300 replies here.
The update is looking incredible, the overviews are magnificient.
I'm looking forward to the next update !!
Take care,
David
Just enjoyed a great update &apls &apls
Great to see Mallorca back again. Its really fascinating to see the way you develop your cities.
I'd love to see those quays released some day, they would be so useful ;D
Can't wait to see the next installment :thumbsup:
:satisfied:
TTC
Hello to all, and thanks for your nice compliments :thumbsup:
I understand that I am developing my city very slooooowly... but I am glad to see you still keep finding it interesting ;D
This is update 13, and this time I'l pot some more panoramic views.
First I'll show the way I used to complete the first military pier...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE13/JRJ_MCA_Update13_01.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE13/JRJ_MCA_Update13_02.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE13/JRJ_MCA_Update13_03.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE13/JRJ_MCA_Update13_04.jpg)
And now some overviews on the military base area...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE13/JRJ_MCA_Update13_05.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE13/JRJ_MCA_Update13_06.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE13/JRJ_MCA_Update13_07.jpg)
And finally some overall views on the whole Port de Soller area:
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE13/JRJ_MCA_Update13_08.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE13/JRJ_MCA_Update13_09.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE13/JRJ_MCA_Update13_10.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE13/JRJ_MCA_Update13_11.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE13/JRJ_MCA_Update13_12.jpg)
Actually Ennedi gently offered me some customized rock mods and textures which I will implement into this project, since they fit better the real Port de Soller landscape. I am sorting out some pictures of these mods in actions... stay tuned ;D
Again thanks to all for the feedback :thumbsup:
It's very nice, and I really like your terrain mod, could you give me a link please? ;)
Guillaume :thumbsup:
Hello Jeroni,
It's very impressive how a simple military pier can make a update looking fantastic.
This one is looking excellent my friend, those lots done are stunning, like your BATs.
Port of Soller itself is looking great too, I like the slope of the road.
The second pier is looking promising, when we see the way you've done the first, we can't imagine what you will done to the second one ! ;D
Also, there's already a lot of work to do to the city,but like you have said, build your city very slooooowly with a lot of details. :thumbsup:
Looking forward to more,
Arthur. &apls &apls
Fantastic new views of that area! It looks beautiful! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Very impressive, jeroni! The work is flawless, of course, but I am fascinated by the pallette - the color combinations you're using - as well. I've never seen anything else like it. Hope Mallorca will be around for quite a while. It's always a pleasure to see new developments here .
Later...
Joan
Man,your MD is fantastic!I love the dense res sector,and the military pier is very beauty :thumbsup:
Jeroni I truly enjoyed your military pier wow!!! I am also most impressed with your harbor/bay itself....
Hello to all again ;D
Scirius, I am using C.P.'s Painted Desert Terrain Mod (//http://javascript:opennew('lex_filedesc.php?lotGET=1639'))for this area. However, I have customized cliffs and sand and water mods, and the terrain parameters are also slightly modified. It is also possible that in the future the terrain can be modified even further.... what are these HD textures that everybody is talking about... ::) ;) ??
Joan, I hope you like the new color effect for this new update... ;D
All:, thanks for stopping here and dropping a support word :thumbsup: (even after seeing almost the same images again and again.... $%Grinno$% ... :-[ .... <-- I'll try to change this and post less picture to make it less repeptitive ()stsfd() )
So then, enough wording and lets go for some pictures.... lets finish the military piers once for all ¡¡¡ :D :D
a) This picture shows the connection piece I made to join the two piers... I know the ships are missing... yet... this is something I have to work out sometime soon...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE14/JRJ_MCA_Update14_01.jpg)
b) This picture shows the initial second pier lot. The lot lacks the buildings yet, this is only the docks and the basis....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE14/JRJ_MCA_Update14_02.jpg)
c) Another perspective to allow a better view on the details here and there...
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE14/JRJ_MCA_Update14_03.jpg)
e) And an overall look to the two piers.
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE14/JRJ_MCA_Update14_04.jpg)
f) There are several months between this and the next picture, almost a year .... After creating the initial lot, I wanted to create some custom buildings, based in the original military facilities there, but I wasnt able to finish that model. It remains still unfinished in the deeps of my hd.... and when I recently tried to finish it, I couldnt find the inspiration.... ::) $%Grinno$%
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE14/JRJ_MCA_Update14_05.jpg)
g) So I decided to use a "shorcut" to finish the lot... and hopefully give it a still credible look ;D
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE14/JRJ_MCA_Update14_06.jpg)
h) Added a big light tower, because the works in this area are taking place day and night....
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE14/JRJ_MCA_Update14_07.jpg)
i) .... did I say night.. ;)??
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE14/JRJ_MCA_Update14_08.jpg)
EDIT: This is a closeup on the last lot. I feel proud of this one, so I wanted to show it better ;) ¡¡¡
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE14/JRJ_MCA_Update14_09.jpg)
(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE14/JRJ_MCA_Update14_10.jpg)
I hope you like the overall military base layout.... it took a really looooong time to complete.... time which can not be seen here.... time invested in the Max.. in the Reader... in the LE...in the SC4Tool... In this new Port de Soller 2009 stage I will try to focus on building the city than in creating custom content for it... but some cc here and there does not harm that much, does it ;) ??
Thanks again to all for the nice feedback :thumbsup:
I beg to differ when you say these are the same pics over and over. The same area, yes. But each time there is something new to see. I like the construction lot area you did. It gives the area a sense of progress and development, which is a nice balance/contrast with the aged houses on the hill. You may not think it shows from the pics, but after having hammered away at things in the BAT on its own for hours, I can tell this area has had some work put into it. Great to see it come together.
-Matt
Hello Jeroni,
That pier is just stunning my friend, the props used make the difference.
Looking forward to more.
take Care,
-Arthur. :thumbsup:
Ah ok, and thanks for the terrain texture :thumbsup: I don't what are they talknig about when they said HD textures, I thnik it's about HQ textures :) And the city is still beauitful ;)
Guillaume :thumbsup:
Nice work on the second pier there! :thumbsup:
Too bad the original building you wanted for that piece didn't came through, but what you've done to solve this is great! &apls
And your right about the cc, it definitely doesn't harm, but it does make it look better ;)
-Stijn-
&apls &apls Stunning job jeronij. I really like the details that you put on. Excellent look too :thumbsup:
superb jeronij!As all your jobs &apls &apls
great work...
-pete-
Great work :)
I like your use of w2w spanish buidings and your awesome creations :). And waterfront looks awesome ;)
There are some very good spanish looking w2w buildings in "download" section on http://simcitypolska.pl/news.php (http://simcitypolska.pl/news.php) Just register and dowload "Iberiada set" in w2w buildings section. Sorry for my english
Amazing port jeronij :)
I like very much the central building you use for your port ()stsfd()
continue like this :thumbsup:
Wow jeronij, amazing Job
My friend, you can capture a sunny day better than anyone else I know.
David
Jeroni sir there is no words to exclaim here in Mallorca!!!! I cant wait to see what happens next thats for sure!!!!
Even though construction is sometimes temporary, you have truly put the best effort into the construction lot. If that's a shortcut, then I'm really looking forward to seeing the completed lot, because I have a feeling that it will be great. Keep up the good work, Jeroni!
&apls
If that's not realistic I really don't know what is! Utterly marvelous! &apls
Very nice pier is it custom made? &apls &apls
Hello again dear Mallorca visitors ;D ¡¡¡
Better later than ever.... ::) ... I finally found enough free time to prepare and post some more pictures about the Port de Soller development. Since the fishing harbour and the navy base are more or less completed -still some ships missing yet ::) - Mayor Jeroni decided to move inland and try to reproduce a RL ammo bunkers existing in this mountainous area of Port de Sóller, keeping in mind the unavoidable game limitations... $%Grinno$% :D :D
First some replies to your always encouraging feedback :thumbsup:
Matt, thanks for your comment, I am glad you see it this way, the way it really is ;)
Arthur, thanks for your always kind support :thumbsup:
Guillaume, HD, HQ... ::) ... who cares...?? $%Grinno$% ... the result is the important thing here :D :D
Stijn, thanks for the compliment, I am glad you like the second pier, it took a while to find and put all the props and textures togheter, but the result wasnt that bad ;D
Kimcar, thanks for your ongoing feedback and support ;D
Luke09, thanks, it is always hard to keep the section's quality standards.... but I am on my way to this ;)
Pete, thanks for your feedback ¡¡
_maciex_ , (https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE15/JRJ_MCA_Update15_SCPolska.jpg) ;)
Luciano, thank you, this was a very special model, and I like the final result as well ;D
kelis, Gracias ;)
David, thanks for dropping some feedback, and well, what can I say?, I live in a (most of the time) sunny island :thumbsup:
Pat, also thanks for your feedback. I hope you like whats coming next ;)
metarvo, thanks, I mentioned that this construction lot was special for me, and I am really glad you like it.... what will it grow from here...??... we'll see ... $%#Ninj2
nerdly_dood, thanks for the feedback, I am glad you find it realistic :thumbsup:
danielcote, yes it is a custom made lot, which includes several custom made props, besides some other excellent props from BSC & SFBT
UPDATE 15 - THE "HIDDEN" AMMO SILOS
Before we proceed inland, I wanted to post this picture, because it shows some changes from earlier ones, since I had to rework the area, and also modify some lots and remove some props which were lost during my plugins folder update. I hope the new result is equally good as the previous one... ;D
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(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE15/JRJ_MCA_Update15_01.jpg)
So, lets start moving... this is the mountainous area mentioned above. I left the grid on so you can better appreciate the terrain contours....
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(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE15/JRJ_MCA_Update15_02.jpg)
Some network infrastructure was needed to give access to the area... it also helps to create some "buildable" terrain, and spot the better locations for the incoming lots...
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(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE15/JRJ_MCA_Update15_03.jpg)
Initially a multiple bunker was placed in the only flat terrain area there... it is the same lot used in the navy base, and perhaps there is too much wall texture there, but it is the best placement I was able to accomplish ;D . Also a small maintenance hangar and some officces are place in the main area.
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(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE15/JRJ_MCA_Update15_04.jpg)
After this I searched some other alternative placement for additional bunkers... after all, in real life they are as much dispersed as possible... ;D
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(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE15/JRJ_MCA_Update15_05.jpg)
I created a variant from the original bunkers lot, and I found some additional places for them, which are more or less credible, and also difficult to access in case of an hipotetical aerial bombardement.... ::)
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(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE15/JRJ_MCA_Update15_06.jpg)
I added some trees here and there to help camouflage, and this is the final result, clockwise.... in this view there is not much that can be seen from the bunkers base... a bad approach path in case of bombing raids.... $%Grinno$%
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(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE15/JRJ_MCA_Update15_07.jpg)
Turning left, this is the most exposed side of the area... but even so, and attack from this side wouldnt be able to harm one of the bunkers....
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(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE15/JRJ_MCA_Update15_08.jpg)
Turning left again, only one of the bunkers and the hangar-offices building could be hit from this side...
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(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE15/JRJ_MCA_Update15_09.jpg)
And finally my favourite one... ;D ... where are the bunkers ??? ?? :D :D :D
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(https://www.sc4devotion.com/images/jrj/MalLorca/UPDATE15/JRJ_MCA_Update15_10.jpg)
I hope you like the new update ;D. I really enjoyed building it :thumbsup:
Thanks to all for your visit. I hope you enjoy it ;)
That is pretty sneaky Jeroni :thumbsup:
I haven't popped into Mallorca for a while but I have been lurking around on previous updates. As always my friend, I love the attention to detail and realism!
This bay area is simply beautiful.
Can't wait for more ;)
AJ
Looks great jeronij! Nice job! :thumbsup:
Great work on those bunkers, quite realistic besides the wall texture, that is too high in my opinion. Maybe you could try and make a texture thats more like the rock mod your using, so it would appear that your bunkers are really built in the hill, just a thought.
Though I say it again, it's already great work!
-Stijn-
Beautiful city it has that hilly south american feel.
Very good, Jeroni! The piers look great. I can't see the bunkers in the last picture, but I'm guessing that they're on the other side of that hill, which would really place them close to the center of the pic. Placing the bunkers inside the hill is quite realistic. Keep up the good work!
&apls
Nice , Port DE Soller update :thumbsup:, are you going to do the Soller - Palma Tramway and tunnel?
Ps. I might go to Palma this Summer for a 8 vacation !
&apls &aplsGreat work. i like the type of bunker that you have done.
Looks wonderful Jeroni !! It's always amazing how you put the streets along the mountain my friend. Aso, the bunkers looks very realistic where they're placed. :thumbsup:
Looking forward to more.
Take care,
-Arthur. :thumbsup:
PS - 333th replies ! :D
Great work on the 15th update there! Nice pictures of that beautiful town! :thumbsup:
Nice work on the bunkers, too! :thumbsup:
&apls &apls &apls
I never knew you had a cj until now, this is fantastic! Bravo
Hello to all again ;D
Thanks for the kind feedback :thumbsup:
I have not much time for replies today ::), so I'll go direct to the point ;)
As mentioned some time ago in a previous update, I have the luck to be able to test some of the new amazing terrain textures created by Ennedi and Rayden ;D
This is a Sandstone mod which fits quite nicely with the real mountains around the area...
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Adam (Ennedi) also provided me with some detachmentn textures, which give some interesting ways to "decorate" the terrain...
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Another nice example....
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I placed this picture simply because I like it so much... ::)
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These are the cliffs under the Cap Gros lighthouse...
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And an overall view on the bay... from this zoom level the rock mod looks magnificent ()stsfd()
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This is how it looks like on the other side of the bay, on the harbour area... some details have been blurred purposely... ;)
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And finally another example about the versatile detachment textures...
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I hope you like the new terrain features as much as I do :thumbsup:
I'll try to reply you and post a regular update as soon as possible ;)
This rock mod is great and fits really well! Can't wait to see more!
Those rocks are beautiful, Jeroni! It will be interesting to see what secret you might have for us in the blurred area. :)
&apls
The coastline looks really great Jeronij, I'm glad and honoured you decided to show our poor attempts in so exclusive place as Port Soller :thumbsup:
This rock mod is a bit repetitive now. Those repetitions will be removed in future versions, but it will take some time - it needs changing a few game parameters which affect other textures too, so we will have to make new terrain textures. But now I have a little tip: You can remove some repetitions by tricky sculpting the coastline ;D. You can take a terraforming tool (I suggest God Mode ones with decreased size and strength - especially the soft valley, soft hill and softening tool from the levelling group (Shift 2 -4, Shift F3 -F5, edit: switch to Zoom 4 or 5) work good in this task, and move the tool over repetitive formations here and there. This way you will distort a bit some of them and they will not look so repetitive. The same can be done on flat surfaces when more than one texture appears - very subtle softening, raising or lowering the terrain can help to show more textures. Personally I like very much this kind of playing with terrain textures. Of course you must take care about anything which was built around ;D
Adam
Edit: me and Silvio will think about a few terrain textures for your terrain mod to harmonize them better with the coastline. As I remember from Ibiza, rocks and ground near the sea are rather yellow/grey, and the characteristic red ground is visible mostly inside an island. We will try to make something similar.
Simply stunning my friend, that rock mod make that area looking extremely realistic. I like the picture blurred.
Looking forward to more and more !
Take care,
-Arthur. :thumbsup:
This is looking really beautiful! Nice work on that part of your city/ town! :thumbsup:
Hello dear Mallorca visitors ;D
Time for another update about the ongoing works in Port de Soller. I have very limited playing time actually, so things are moving slowly around the harbor... but moving after all ;)
If you recall the last regular update, the major has finished the military bunkers in the hilly area in the back of Port de Soller. Lets have a look to the current situation. The new urban development will take place in the area to the bottom left of the picture.
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Another perspective on the area. Initially the mayor will build one of the sides of the canal... .there is no much room in there, and many things must be build yet.... ::)
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The first missing thing in a spanish town was the church. I placed a brittish one, it is not very mediterranean... but it is the one which looks closer to the real one.
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A church is always a call for new residents, so the small empty tiles were quickly filled with new houses....
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Also important is a sports field, soccer is very popular in Spain, and there is also one there in real life....
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So, the first phase on the canal area was finished....
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Finally a zoomed out view about the whole area....
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And from another point of view...
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I hope you like the small progress, and I hope to be able to post some more pictures soon :thumbsup:
Alfred.Jones, io_bg, BarbarossaS, danielcote, Nexis4Jersey, kimcar, art128, bat, futurama2506, thanks for your feedback and ecouragement :thumbsup: It is always pleasant to know that you like the way PdS is developing ;D
metarvo, well, sooner or later you will see the whole picture ;)
Adam, thanks for the trick. I'll give it a try the next time that I play the city. Also these terrain textures look quite promising. You are right about the main ground colors in the islands, and I am sure you'll find something really nice for it :thumbsup:
Nice shots as always jeronij.Where can i fin those beauty W2W Residencial from the third picture?
Jeroni, It's always fantastic to see the development of PdS my friend ! And I know that you know, slow development are always better than fast because we can put lot more of details, so take the time it demands and make good pictures ! ;)
Take care,
-Arthur. :thumbsup:
Nice job so far. Add afew small fountain parks a central square and a towering church and you are complete.
Spectacular pictures, as always :thumbsup:. I particularly like the canal system, simple but very realistic and that how I like it :)
I really enjoy all those great pictures! Like metasmurf, I also like these canals so I have a question - are they (or will they be) available for download?
Beautiful Jeronij. The colors are fantastic. I agree with those above me regarding the canal. It's a very nice addition.
Geoff
Great work there on this part of that city! And the canal looks great! :thumbsup:
Good to see Mallorca moving forward again. The terrain is quite fascinating and adds much to the overall atmosphere. The church fits in quite well - it can be anything you want it to be :) - and the new development looks great.
Later...
Joan
Excellent update Jeroni, what does Palma look like?
Oh wow....
The lot editing, combined with the creative style and colours make this a delight to read. Truly lovely work &apls
Wow what an amazing MD, it really does capture the vibrancy of Majorca and i can't wait till you start Palma as it is a beautiful city especially the old buildings around the Cathedral :)
Fantastic !! I'm amazed ! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Citymax.
Awesome work Jeronij.. I havent visited Mallorca yet.. But I wanna visit after reading through your project here..
I've been to La Manga , and Gran Canaria in Spain. I would love to try and remake La Manga in SimCity 4 , but need more practice b4 I can go on a big project :-\
Looking forward to updates :thumbsup:
Quote from: _maciex_ on May 03, 2009, 04:35:10 AM
Great work :)
I like your use of w2w spanish buidings and your awesome creations :). And waterfront looks awesome ;)
There are some very good spanish looking w2w buildings in "download" section on http://simcitypolska.pl/news.php (http://simcitypolska.pl/news.php) Just register and dowload "Iberiada set" in w2w buildings section. Sorry for my english
this polish site for sc4 is suspended
Please don't revive threads that hasn't seen any activities for a long time.
Its been over 8 years since last post and the post you're quoting is over 9 years old.
On top of that, _maciex_ hasn't been around since 2011.