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re: Thalstan update
by Stonestriker/Thal on 2014/02/09 22:13
Quick update on my activities. I am currently working on my T8 mining tool, which means I need to make a bunch of new accessories. Unfortunately, I am also getting filled up on stone and other materials, so I am going start putting that to good use. I have started construction on Castle Pegasus and have one tower and part of a wall up. My initial thoughts are to make the floors out of stone and the walls out of marble, but that may change as I have WAY too much stone currently and not enough marble. I may do most of it in granite to start, and then upgrade to marble things progress. This would also allow me to do more of it, as I am not nearly as limited in resources
My idea is a traditional 4 tower castle with wall between the towers and walkways and battlements. In the center or back, I will be placing a keep and the front will have a set of gates. Right now, I am trying to get the proportions right on the towers and the walls. Since my claim is not a very level piece of ground, the back wall will be considerably higher than the front. I also plan on having a basement dug out underneath.
Come take a look and see it if you like and provide input. It's not complete as of yet, nor does it even have a finalized design, but I am hoping you can get an idea.
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re: Thalstan update
by Stonestriker/Thal on 2014/02/10 8:23
The shell of the castle is complete, but I am not sure I am happy with the proportions. That said, I am not sure I can change much without changing the entire structure. I will check to see if adding height to the rear towers will improve the overall look. I will also add flags.
I have also raised the whole thing to the highest ground level and changed the gate entrance.
I am also using stone instead of marble at present. I will probably change it later on. I may push the entire front wall back a bit and add a gatehouse in front. I still have to add in the interior buildings, including the keep. I am not happy with the support structure underneath the castle proper, plus I still have to figure out how I will want to access the lower levels. I will replace my crafting equipment next time I am on.
One final thing to note. If you build your own structure, try and avoid going right up against the claim wall. Funky things happen with the tools and it can be frustrating
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re: Thalstan update
by Happeria on 2014/02/11 21:21
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YarocHigh Councilor
Joined: 15 Oct 2009 Posts: 486
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re: Thalstan update
by Yaroc on 2014/02/12 15:41
That looks pretty decent, Thal!
I had the same problems with tools not working properly at the edge of my claim -- I think it relates to the issue with the plants that are tough to delete -- I know I had a few trees that I deleted on my first day re-appear, after moving the foundation and walls of my building a "27 block" away from my claim wall. Just the ones that crossed the border into my claim.
I couldn't delete those stupid trees, nor the rock, nor anything else that re-appeared, and crossed the claim border. So, I deleted my claim and moved to a spot without props.
I'll post what I have when I have something other than the floor done, lol.
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Gerhart STCHigh Councilor
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re: Thalstan update
by Gerhart STC on 2014/02/13 7:02
Nice picture Stone! Thanks for sharing, as I like reading about your progress. I haven't played a game (other than warcraft long ago) where I can build anything so this is all new to me.
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