Pixelation

General => Challenges & Activities => Archived Activities => Topic started by: flaber on January 22, 2007, 04:34:50 am

Title: Pixelator: RESULTS (round 1)
Post by: flaber on January 22, 2007, 04:34:50 am
Hello hello everyone
The time has come you have all been waiting for.
The announcement of the duels and the first challenge.
Here is the duel chart:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/stand3.png)
Bottom half is only the list of challengers and their battle icons, not the duel matchups. For rankings and duels, refer to the top part of the chart
(for those who do not have a custom battle icon, feel free to post one for me to change.)
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First Place: $25
Second Place: $15

Courtesy of Ensellitis and Feron (paypal)



Challenge 1: MONSTERS

Description:
Create an image of a monster or creature.
Size:
No bigger than 100x100
Colours:
No more than 32
Restrictions / Rules:
- Dont create a monster that already exists. You are allowed the general idea, such as werewolf, dragon, etc but dont make one that already exists in a movie, game, comic, etc. (Remember, creativity counts)
Quote from: EXAMPLE
Here's an example: you can draw a pheonix, and that would be fine, because a pheonix is not a trademark monster of any specific company or anything like that. the monster is based on mythology and has many takes. you CAN'T, however, draw something like a chocobo, that would be ripping off Final Fantasy.
-No posting in any of the forums for help. This will mean an automatic disqualification
Time:
2weeks
Submitting:
Do not post your image in this thread. PM me the link to your image
Judging:
Colour choice - if your colours are interesting, if you make good use of your colours
Quality - any stray pixels, clean lines, if it looks finished opposed to a rough sketch
originality - how creative it is, how much it breaks away from the standard monsters most are used to
technique - if there are different techniques used effectively, how well the techs are used in blending and texturing, more than just flat or pillow shading
overall composition - how well the image looks as a whole.

This challenge is left fairly open to interpretation and creativity so that you are able to use whatever techniques you are most comfortable with. This challenge is set simple for you to create an entry without much restrictions or rules to give you the best chance to move on. Each challenge will progressively get harder.

please do not update the chart anymore. The only images i will allow to be posted here, are updated battle icons. This way it keeps things simpler and cleaner, by just referring to this first post.

Challenge has ended

DUEL MATCHUPS
Note: Despite some of the entries breaking a few of the rules/restrictions, we still decided to judge...

DUEL 1
Snake
Snake VS Opacus
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel1.png)

DUEL 2
9_6
Delgneith VS 9_6
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel2.png)

DUEL 3
SolidIdea
Akzidenz VS SolidIdea
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel3.png)

DUEL 4
Lawrence
Lawrence VS Evil-Ville
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel4.png)

DUEL 5
Mirre
Ryona VS Mirre
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel5.png)

DUEL 6
GOODNIGHTdestroyer
Khris VS GOODNIGHTdestroyer
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel6.png)

DUEL 7
The B.O.B
The B.O.B. VS Xion Night
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel7.png)

DUEL8
Feron
MOD VS Feron
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel8.png)

DUEL 9
Souly
Souly VS ZoSo
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel9.png)

DUEL 10
Snader
Snader VS Mccow28
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel10.png)
(however... snader animated, so this is his real submission)
(http://www.pixelsnader.nl/images/SnaderRound1.gif)

DUEL 11
Buloght
Rerg1 VS Buloght
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel11.png)

DUEL 12
.TAKAM
.TAKAM VS SCiDT
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel12.png)

DUEL 13
Blick
Rydin VS Blick
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel13.png)

DUEL 14
Sherman Gill
Kubol VS Sherman Gill
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel14.png)

DUEL 15
pkmays
GodSlayer VS pkmays
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel15.png)

DUEL 16
Filax_666
Filax_666 VS Stwelin
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel16.png)

(if i accidently mixed up your submissions please let me know. I tried to keep all these correct, but i may have made a mistake.)

These are all the submissions.
There are a few broken rules in some of the images, but i havent taken any out or disqualified anyone yet.
These are all the duel matchups.
Judging will take place shortly - and hopefully we will have your results up soon.

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and just for fun.
1 extra entry that we werent counting on. submitted by ChrisDaPixelMan
(http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/7585/monsterpixelch8.png)
(this will not count towards the competition. please, do not send a submission if you are not apart of the challenge)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: pkmays on January 22, 2007, 04:44:54 am
So should I paypal my bribe to you or the judges?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryona on January 22, 2007, 04:48:19 am
The only two girls are going up against eachother in the first round? That sucks. >_<
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on January 22, 2007, 04:50:39 am
Damnation....

Watch your back, The. You're going down...

Damn, damn, damn...
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: MoD on January 22, 2007, 04:51:40 am
I'd wish Freon (:p) luck but I think I need all I can get.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on January 22, 2007, 05:06:18 am
How almost-coincidental, MoD. My original icon was going to be a banana until I realized it looked like a curved penis.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: 9_6 on January 22, 2007, 05:12:43 am
So Akzidenz will be the one to backrape me.
Well well we'll see.

Oh yeah and good luck, Mirre :P
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on January 22, 2007, 05:19:52 am
Damnation....

Watch your back, The. You're going down...

Damn, damn, damn...

Hah hah! Actually I'm quite nervous...But I must call upon my boiling, barbaric Aztec/dirty, Texican blood to thrash you about, and feast on your lifeless body like the carne' on my burrito!! Only then, will I earn the status of the honored Jaguar Warrior!!!

Seriously, though, this is going to be frickin' hard...

Good luck to you, and everybody else. Now shake hands and fight fair.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on January 22, 2007, 05:57:42 am
Hey, question:
If we submit our entry early will we be able to send in an update or even a completely different piece to replace the originally submitted? Or will the first submission have to be the completely final version.

Good luck to you, too, B.O.B.

May the best pixelist win.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Cow on January 22, 2007, 06:01:19 am
I can't help but smile when reading topics like this. This and Secret Santa I mean. :)

Good luck Snader. May the better pixel artist win! *e-handshakes for all*
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: robalan on January 22, 2007, 06:19:27 am
A suggestion: since some people seem to be looking at the bottom section for their pairings (see Blick and 9_6's posts), you might want to switch the names around so the bottom section matches the pairings.  Good luck, everyone!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryona on January 22, 2007, 06:35:34 am
The problem to that suggestion is that the names would have to be moved around every round. That's a bit too much work and throws the purpose of the stuff above out the window.
The names at the bottom are there just so people know who the icons above are.

Both Blick and 9_6 ought to know that the bottom list are not pairings, as it's been said by flaber in the other thread.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Sherman Gill on January 22, 2007, 06:56:04 am
Hooyah, monsters are my specialty and I'm up against a newbie. I'm full of confidence :yay:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Scotteh on January 22, 2007, 07:45:32 am
good luck everyone! :P

opacus, I am wishing you the best of luck against your opponent :o
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on January 22, 2007, 07:52:39 am
Hey, question:
If we submit our entry early will we be able to send in an update or even a completely different piece to replace the originally submitted? Or will the first submission have to be the completely final version.

For this challenge im going to say no. You have 2 weeks to work on your entry. If you arnt quite happy enough with it, dont submit it as early. In a duel you only get one chance to beat your opponent, you cant have multiple attempts, or retry a move. So similar to that, what you submit is what will be placed against the opposing person. You have one chance / opportunity to beat them, so you should make sure you are pleased with it when you submit. 2weeks should be long enough to ensure this.

Quote from: robalan
A suggestion: since some people seem to be looking at the bottom section for their pairings (see Blick and 9_6's posts), you might want to switch the names around so the bottom section matches the pairings.  Good luck, everyone!

The bottom portion of the screen is only for who the challengers are. It is the reference to see what battle icon matches up to whom. That would be why I have it labeled "challengers" instead of "duel matchups". The top portion of the screen is where the rankings and duels take place.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on January 22, 2007, 07:56:14 am
Ah, I thought it was strange that the bottom listings didn't seem to synch with the pairings above in a way that I'd guess it would go.

Damn. That changes all of my speculation.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on January 22, 2007, 10:20:43 am
Better late then never: (http://img261.imageshack.us/img261/6119/opacusava29il.gif)
Not that I'm going to last one round, seeying who I'm up against  :'(
I'm going to have to come up with something 10 times past my own abilities to beat Snake...weeeee
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Mirre on January 22, 2007, 11:08:06 am
The only two girls are going up against eachother in the first round? That sucks. >_<
Yeah, is someone trying to get rid of us, eh, ehhhh :mean: (j/k)


Anyways, I look forward to seeing what everyone comes up with. Good luck to you all!

Oh, and hey, this challenge ends on my birthday! I'll take it as a birthday present if I win. :lol:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: .TakaM on January 22, 2007, 11:09:29 am
whats the deal with animations for this round?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on January 22, 2007, 01:12:04 pm
I think they're not allowed for this tourney, if I remember correctly.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: ZoSo on January 22, 2007, 01:25:26 pm
oooh, kinda forgot about this. Im still on tho, starting to pixel my monster now.. :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Larwick on January 22, 2007, 01:31:23 pm
I'm getting tingleys in my jingleys. Good luck everyone, work hard!  ^-^
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Souly on January 22, 2007, 01:44:42 pm
Good luck everyone.

I'll see you in the ring Rydin. :P
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: miascugh on January 22, 2007, 03:07:39 pm
Freon
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: 9_6 on January 22, 2007, 03:16:00 pm
Sooo the guy next to me is my opponent, Delgneith right?
That chart really is kind of confusing to me. Oh well then good luck to everyone.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Panda on January 22, 2007, 04:17:32 pm
Sooo the guy next to me is my opponent, Delgneith right?
That chart really is kind of confusing to me. Oh well then good luck to everyone.

Indeed the whole chart is a bit confusing.
(I wish it were more spaced overall, with rectangles on each "stage" for putting the mini avatars, so at the end it wouldn't look too crammed.)
But anyway, I believe you shouldn't be thinking about who your partner is, but focusing on being creative and doing your best.
The whole pairing thing should be flaber's job, so just pixel.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on January 22, 2007, 06:19:31 pm
Actually, Souly, Rydin is who I'll see in the ring. But don't worry, I'm coming for your soul as well. I got the most beautiful idea last night too. Regina Spektor + tired = idea generator.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Akzidenz on January 22, 2007, 06:24:56 pm
Some exciting matchups in the first round.. especially looking forward to Mirre v. Ryona and Xion v. BOB. Shame that there'll be some real heavyweights going down so early, though.

Might I propose that the judges fashion a few trophies for the top finishers? Shame to see a competition like this without any pixels from them.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Scotteh on January 22, 2007, 07:18:09 pm
there will be 4 in the final round?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: miascugh on January 22, 2007, 07:28:14 pm
True, two image slots are missing. They should be somewhere right under/above the 'FINAL' caption, or somewhere along the trail left and right to the winner slot.


And Freon. :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Souly on January 22, 2007, 07:33:40 pm
Oh man, just noticed I'm versing Zoso.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Stwelin on January 22, 2007, 08:19:24 pm
OH, YOU'RE GOING DOWN FILAX!!1

*ahem* good luck everyone. :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Godslayer on January 22, 2007, 08:39:26 pm
Spontaneous combustion is grounds for expulsion, right?

Watch ya self, pkmays.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on January 22, 2007, 09:08:50 pm
Spontaneous combustion is grounds for expulsion, right?

Watch ya self, pkmays.
Spontanious combustion, off course! That's my only chance to win of Snake, hoping he dies of spontanious combustion  :crazy:
(Off course, that's a joke and I do not at all wish you dead :P)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Evil-Ville on January 22, 2007, 09:17:30 pm
Already sent my monster. A bit early but I was happy enough with it and I couldn't ask anyone for help with it anyways. I was kind of hoping that the size limit wouldn't be so low. 2 weeks to make a 100x100 picture with no animation is a bit much.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: pkmays on January 22, 2007, 09:42:30 pm
Spontaneous combustion is grounds for expulsion, right?

Watch ya self, pkmays.

<-- Is soooooooo scared!!!!!!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Stwelin on January 22, 2007, 11:00:36 pm
Already sent my monster. A bit early but I was happy enough with it and I couldn't ask anyone for help with it anyways. I was kind of hoping that the size limit wouldn't be so low. 2 weeks to make a 100x100 picture with no animation is a bit much.

Yeah, i was hoping it'd be larger too, but really, you've already sent yours? sheesh.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryona on January 22, 2007, 11:16:56 pm
I actually like that it's 100x100. That's a nice size to start the first round with.



The only two girls are going up against eachother in the first round? That sucks. >_<
Yeah, is someone trying to get rid of us, eh, ehhhh :mean: (j/k)

I think it's to lower the chances of any female from winning the tournament. lol (kidding ofcourse)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on January 22, 2007, 11:52:05 pm
Well I've already created mine, but with the help of 2 weeks, I'm either going to define it more, or create  crap-load of other 100x100 monsters, and choose the best one on game day. However, I gather this strategy will probably screw me over, and Xion will have the last laugh.


I think it's to lower the chances of any female from winning the tournament. lol (kidding of course)

What is this...Feminism? Argh, me no want to talk about feelings, me want battle!!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on January 23, 2007, 01:04:34 am
I've got 5 ideas and don't know which to go with.
Quick, pick a number between 1 and 5!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: leel on January 23, 2007, 01:08:22 am
make them all
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on January 23, 2007, 01:09:46 am
Ok.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on January 23, 2007, 01:56:06 am
Make the one that can somehow out-do BOB.

Or if you don't want to do that, make the 3rd idea.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on January 23, 2007, 01:59:18 am
(http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/873/icon5ho.png) - woot

on the main image thingey - "final" should be labelled "semi final".  "semi final" should be labelled "quarter final".  a space for the Final also needs to be added as currently there are 4 members competing in teh final - when it should only be two.

PS - FERON IS MY NAME, but alas for the compo i dont mind being called freon  :lol:.  in the unlikely event that i should somehow magically win - i would like it to read feron  :P.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Stwelin on January 23, 2007, 02:00:39 am
draw them all, then pick one you like, and attach the remaining 4 to an email and send directly to stwelin @ gmail.com
thanks in advance! ;D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on January 23, 2007, 02:05:31 am
draw them all, then pick one you like, and attach the remaining 4 to an email and send directly to stwelin @ gmail.com
thanks in advance! ;D

dont give 'em away xion, ill pay $50 for a decent one.  ;)


Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on January 23, 2007, 02:56:56 am
draw them all, then pick one you like, and attach the remaining 4 to an email and send directly to stwelin @ gmail.com
thanks in advance! ;D

dont give 'em away xion, ill pay $50 for a decent one.  ;)

Haha, I'm holding you to that.  :P

But really, I've decided on one.
If it comes out half as good as I hope it does, then it'll be twice as good as I've ever done, and three halves as good as I'm capable of. :o
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on January 23, 2007, 03:10:26 am
Quote from: Ryona
The only two girls are going up against eachother in the first round? That sucks. >_<
I didnt even look at the names when I randomized the duels.
the order in which people signed became their number for my randomizing. I then used a random number generator between 1-32 to get numbers.
Sorry about that, guess thats just how it worked out.

Quote from: .TakaM
whats the deal with animations for this round?
no animations. This is a static challenge. I dont want to see your abilities in animation, I want to see creativity, and choosing an interesting pose.


This is 100x100 so that:
1) everyone is able to pixel something of good quality. Some people can quickly pixel alot larger, which becomes an advantage over those who are slower and more comfortable with smaller.
2)Its not too overwhelming for the first challenge

I edited the chart slightly.
if it is still confusing, I can revamp it again.
(edit: oops, forgot to change semi final and final and such. Ill fix that next edit)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Alucard on January 23, 2007, 03:40:34 am
This is going to be the most brutal thing I have ever seen!

I look foward to seeing how this will all end  :P
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Rydin on January 23, 2007, 04:00:07 am
Good luck Blick... :hehe:
And Souly, you better move on to further rounds, just so you can live up to your statement  :P
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: cryssy on January 23, 2007, 05:00:36 am
this will be a fun little competition to watch...*back to lurking*
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: robotriot on January 23, 2007, 07:45:55 am
Dammit, I completely missed this. Oh well, maybe next time ^^
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Sherman Gill on January 23, 2007, 08:19:06 am
Can I submit my entry for critiquing here/pixeljoint forums?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: robalan on January 23, 2007, 08:23:41 am
I believe the first post said "no" very firmly.  *Goes to look*  yep, here's the statement: "-No posting in any of the forums for help. This will mean an automatic disqualification"

I agree with others that this will be fun to watch.  Good luck to everyone!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on January 23, 2007, 08:36:29 am
When it gets to the final two, it's going to be so nerve racking and epic. I'm talking like... Nieborg rivaling epicness.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Rerg1 on January 23, 2007, 08:46:43 am
I have a kick ass avvie for this Competition. Stole a bit form everyones pallet  :-*.
Good luck Scotteh.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on January 23, 2007, 08:48:08 am
Dammit, I completely missed this. Oh well, maybe next time ^^
not to worry. im planning on doing a few more of these, just seeing how nicely this one has taken off.

Quote from: Sherman Gill
Can I submit my entry for critiquing here/pixeljoint forums?
no. If any of the judges catches an entry posted for crits/comments on any of the pixel forums, its an automatic disqualification.

Quote from: Blick
When it gets to the final two, it's going to be so nerve racking and epic. I'm talking like... Nieborg rivaling epicness.
Im rather excited myself. this activity has taken off way better than I expected. Its going to be an interesting process though even to get to the final 2.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: ZoSo on January 23, 2007, 01:31:43 pm
Just one question, can you submit more pieces of the same monster? Like.. maybe in different views and stuff? And yea backrounds for the piece is allowed right?..

And 100x100, kinda small :P
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Faceless on January 23, 2007, 02:14:25 pm
Yeah these rules are weird, and sometimes contradicting.

Quote
- Dont create a monster that already exists. You are allowed the general idea, such as werewolf, dragon, etc but dont make one that already exists in a movie, game, comic, etc. (Remember, creativity counts)
This one especially makes no sense.

I also think 100x100 is very limiting to the ambitious, and hope it gets upped in future rounds.

Regardless, it's fun to guess who'll win from each matchup before hand.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: ZoSo on January 23, 2007, 02:55:19 pm
Yeah these rules are weird, and sometimes contradicting.

Quote
- Dont create a monster that already exists. You are allowed the general idea, such as werewolf, dragon, etc but dont make one that already exists in a movie, game, comic, etc. (Remember, creativity counts)
This one especially makes no sense.

I also think 100x100 is very limiting to the ambitious, and hope it gets upped in future rounds.

Regardless, it's fun to guess who'll win from each matchup before hand.

Yea.. well another question. Does it have to be a sprite .. or can i be a picture? If you know how i mean.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Scotteh on January 23, 2007, 03:53:40 pm
You to Rerg, but just incase you didn't know, your facing Buloght and im facing Khris  :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Rerg1 on January 23, 2007, 05:03:58 pm
O yar.  :( Lol
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Joshua on January 23, 2007, 07:23:04 pm
I'm sorry, I'm a bit confused about the rules. Can I still be a Challenger? Also, is feb 5th the deadline for which you have to have the sprite completed?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on January 23, 2007, 07:54:07 pm
Sorry man, I think all spots are currently taken for the competition. Unless someone bows out before the dead line of the first round, I guess. But that would be Flaber's, or the other judges decision to let you take their place.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Stwelin on January 23, 2007, 07:58:31 pm
Quote
- Dont create a monster that already exists. You are allowed the general idea, such as werewolf, dragon, etc but dont make one that already exists in a movie, game, comic, etc. (Remember, creativity counts)
This one especially makes no sense.

Here's an example: you can draw a pheonix, and that would be fine, because a pheonix is not a trademark monster of any specific company or anything like that. the monster is based on mythology and has many takes. you CAN'T, however, draw something like a chocobo, that would be ripping off Final Fantasy.

Makes sense?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on January 23, 2007, 08:21:50 pm
Got mine done, I'm so proud of it <3
If I go down vs Snake, atleast I go down with a good feeling...don't underestimate me Snake...
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Scotteh on January 23, 2007, 08:39:35 pm
Go opacus! You would make history if you beat snake :o
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryona on January 23, 2007, 08:45:25 pm
Quote
- Dont create a monster that already exists. You are allowed the general idea, such as werewolf, dragon, etc but dont make one that already exists in a movie, game, comic, etc. (Remember, creativity counts)
This one especially makes no sense.

Here's an example: you can draw a pheonix, and that would be fine, because a pheonix is not a trademark monster of any specific company or anything like that. the monster is based on mythology and has many takes. you CAN'T, however, draw something like a chocobo, that would be ripping off Final Fantasy.

Makes sense?


Another good example is you can make your own made up ogre, but you can't make Shrek.



Oh, and welcome, cryssy.  :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 23, 2007, 09:17:57 pm
i don't like how vague and open the challenge is. It should have been something very specific.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Scotteh on January 23, 2007, 09:23:35 pm
IMPORTANT!

I really wanted to compete in this competition, but I am really caught in school work so if they let you, joshua can take my place :(
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Conzeit on January 23, 2007, 10:13:01 pm
i don't like how vague and open the challenge is. It should have been something very specific.
I think what's important in the theme is for it to imply a situation...think Last Man Standing1's round 2, it was man vs female but it turned out awesome...remember Flaber?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on January 23, 2007, 10:20:29 pm
Is it okay btw, to post it AFTER you've sent it?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryumaru on January 23, 2007, 10:21:00 pm
goodnightdestroyer: i think the challenges will get more strict as the rounds proceed.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: buloght on January 23, 2007, 10:27:26 pm
Is it okay btw, to post it AFTER you've sent it?

Hmm maybe that could ruin the originality, if the first we see of everone's is at the end of the round it wlll be much more exciting. Though I don't know.

Goodluck everyone :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: SCiDT on January 23, 2007, 10:32:02 pm
Goodluck all!

I agree that the pics should be left and revealed after cut off!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on January 23, 2007, 10:36:59 pm
Good point....but 2 weeks is soooo long for such a small challenge...
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on January 23, 2007, 11:46:51 pm
Quote from: ZoSo
Just one question, can you submit more pieces of the same monster? Like.. maybe in different views and stuff? And yea backrounds for the piece is allowed right?..

And 100x100, kinda small
Backgrounds are allowed. The main focus though should be the monster.
As I explained to Xion earlier:
Quote from: Xion Night
Hey, question:
If we submit our entry early will we be able to send in an update or even a completely different piece to replace the originally submitted? Or will the first submission have to be the completely final version.
Quote from: flaber
For this challenge im going to say no. You have 2 weeks to work on your entry. If you arnt quite happy enough with it, dont submit it as early. In a duel you only get one chance to beat your opponent, you cant have multiple attempts, or retry a move. So similar to that, what you submit is what will be placed against the opposing person. You have one chance / opportunity to beat them, so you should make sure you are pleased with it when you submit. 2weeks should be long enough to ensure this.

Quote from: ZoSo
Yea.. well another question. Does it have to be a sprite .. or can i be a picture? If you know how i mean.
It can be a picture, sprite, image, portrait, full body. The theme is monster. How you take that is upto you (with respects to the restrictions).

Quote from: Joshua
I'm sorry, I'm a bit confused about the rules. Can I still be a Challenger? Also, is feb 5th the deadline for which you have to have the sprite completed?
Sorry, this activity is already full. I had a signup alittle while ago for those who wanted to participate. There will be more of these, so perhaps you can make it into the next challenge.

Quote from: Stwelin
Here's an example: you can draw a pheonix, and that would be fine, because a pheonix is not a trademark monster of any specific company or anything like that. the monster is based on mythology and has many takes. you CAN'T, however, draw something like a chocobo, that would be ripping off Final Fantasy.

Makes sense?
Thanks Stwelin. Thats what I was hopeing to get across. You can create an orc, but dont model them after the ones in Lord of the Rings. Or you can create a demon pig, but dont model it after ganon from Zelda.

Quote from: Scotteh
IMPORTANT!

I really wanted to compete in this competition, but I am really caught in school work so if they let you, joshua can take my place
Seeing now, how this has come up, I would really hate to have an empty position on the first round. Robotriot expressed an interest first, so I will give it to him if he is still interested. If you do not respond within 1day, then joshua may take the position. If anyone is unable to continue, please let me know so that others may fill your position

Quote from: Opacus
Is it okay btw, to post it AFTER you've sent it?
Wait until the round has finished. I will post all the images and duels at the end. As soon as its posted here, then your free to post it wherever and show it to whomever.

--
About the size - 100x100, and the time - 2weeks, please stop complaining. For the first round I wanted to ensure that everyone would be able to have an equal chance and be able to have a submission. If there was no size limit some people are able to create huge finished images, while others have more difficulty creating something big. Big has a huge advantage over small, and some people just arnt capable enough or quick enough to pull together a good 500x500. By capping it at 100x100 this meant that there would be no advantages. Just because you cant pixel largescale does not mean that the pixeler is bad. Then the 2weeks is to ensure that everyone - all 32 people, are able to find the time to make an entry. I know for alot of the students around where I live exams are happening, Or people at work may have a big project. Within a 2 week period everyone should be able to find the time. So just because your done early doesnt mean you should complain about the time. Perhaps more time could have been spent on it? different ideas and designs thought up, instead of the first thing that came to mind. Utilize the time.
But mostly, the small size and the 2weeks is so that there is an entry for every challenge. I would hate to see someone drop out first thing and give an automatic win to someone.

As the challenges progress they will get harder and more specific. Sometimes working under stricter conditions is easier, sometimes its harder because you must follow exactly what is asked without any interpretation of flare. But as a challenger, you should be able to cope with different expectations, whether precise or open.



Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 24, 2007, 03:45:19 am
I asked before Robotriot. :(

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If someone can't participate i want to take their spot.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on January 24, 2007, 05:20:33 am
oh, my bad.
would you like to participate?
sorry
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on January 24, 2007, 05:24:47 am
Since you already got Robotriot's hopes up, I say we give them both 24 hours to fight to the death to secure the spot, by having them pixel something awesome like with a 50x50 restriction...that or rock, paper scissors, through PM of course!(they both send in their decisions to flaber, and only flaber sees the results, thus declaring whether or not rock crushes scissors, paper covers rock, or scissors cuts paper...) Thats if they both want it bad enough.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on January 24, 2007, 06:35:52 am
I like the first idea. The fight to the death one. One gets a flail and large shield, the other a trident and net.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: .TakaM on January 24, 2007, 09:38:22 am
man.. the judges have a lot of work come feb 5th
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 24, 2007, 04:42:27 pm
So what's going to happen  then. :O
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on January 24, 2007, 04:51:19 pm
Well, it's your choice: Do you want the flail and shield, or the trident and net?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 24, 2007, 05:06:55 pm
Well I saw Spartacus. And the guy with the trident loses. But he looks way more badass. So i'm going to have to with the Trident and Net.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: robotriot on January 24, 2007, 09:48:27 pm
No need to fight over it, if you asked first you have the right to go first of course. I'll just wait until the next contest :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: cryssy on January 24, 2007, 10:04:51 pm


Oh, and welcome, cryssy.  :)

Oh Noes I have been spotted   ^-^

there will be a fight to the death?! where!?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on January 24, 2007, 11:21:14 pm
No need to fight over it, if you asked first you have the right to go first of course. I'll just wait until the next contest :)

therefore, if you want it GOODNIGHTdestroyer then you can have the spot because you asked first.
let me know for sure, so i can update the battle map.
If anyone else needs to drop out please say so soon, so that the people replacing will still have enough time.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 24, 2007, 11:26:49 pm
Okies. So I need an avatar for this?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on January 24, 2007, 11:44:42 pm
yes, make a battle icon
or - i could give you a nice "G" like the others who dont have one

Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 25, 2007, 12:00:44 am
Make my G Golden. :D

EDIT: HERE: K: (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v79/jsgo410/skeettt.png)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on January 25, 2007, 12:17:59 am
IMPORTANT NOTICE

Scotteh has officially dropped out of the competition, and in his place, GOODNIGHTdestroyer.
welcome to the competition.

Your first duel is against Khris.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 25, 2007, 12:38:43 am
I am spartacus, Khris. And your ass is mine.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: shaheen on January 25, 2007, 12:47:43 am
Well this makes things a bit more interesting...
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: ZoSo on January 25, 2007, 01:55:19 pm
well i might aswell make me a icon to.. Here, could't really come up with something else. .And did't want to make a face like everyone else :P.

(http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/8981/guitar7lr.png)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: TheAbyss on January 26, 2007, 12:07:28 am
This looks exiting. Good luck to all of you, especialy the person whom I really want to win. Which I'm not telling. Because he/she is the best pixelist ever!  ;D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on January 26, 2007, 01:16:31 am
This looks exiting. Good luck to all of you, especialy the person whom I really want to win. Which I'm not telling. Because he/she is the best pixelist ever!  ;D
Well, I wouldn't say I'm the best, but thank you very much.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Cow on January 26, 2007, 01:30:37 am
Quote
Well, I wouldn't say I'm the best, but thank you very much.
Haha. Funny.

I dunno whether I should use more colors and add some details, or if I should conserve my colors and have a simpler style. Bah, I'm working pretty slowly. :/ Good thing the deadline was kept at 2 weeks.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on January 26, 2007, 02:50:36 am
I dunno whether I should use more colors and add some details, or if I should conserve my colors and have a simpler style. Bah, I'm working pretty slowly. :/ Good thing the deadline was kept at 2 weeks.

   Direct opposite here. I already have 3 works created, and I can't decide on which one I want to send in. Woe is me! I really think this stupid strategy of mine is definitely going to screw me over. I've already tried refining some of them, or just tried focusing on one. But after a couple hours, it just gets to the point of, "eh, screw it. It's fine as is." Hopefully, I choose the right one to win it. Else, I'll hire a ninja assassin to take out Xion.

Watch your back, son, watch your back...
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Stwelin on January 26, 2007, 03:00:53 am
filax's silence is starting to get me paranoid.  D:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: pkmays on January 26, 2007, 03:07:02 am
.....................

I really should get started on mine. Nah...I'll get to it tomorrow.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryumaru on January 26, 2007, 03:21:53 am
eek, id be scared too. filax can make some pretty beautiful stuff.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on January 26, 2007, 04:51:15 am
I dunno whether I should use more colors and add some details, or if I should conserve my colors and have a simpler style. Bah, I'm working pretty slowly. :/ Good thing the deadline was kept at 2 weeks.

   Direct opposite here. I already have 3 works created, and I can't decide on which one I want to send in. Woe is me! I really think this stupid strategy of mine is definitely going to screw me over. I've already tried refining some of them, or just tried focusing on one. But after a couple hours, it just gets to the point of, "eh, screw it. It's fine as is." Hopefully, I choose the right one to win it. Else, I'll hire a ninja assassin to take out Xion.

Watch your back, son, watch your back...
I dunno, man, I've only got one WIP, but I'm pooling all of my artistic knowledge into it until by the time it's done it'll be a concentrated beam of Awesome, which, when you look at it, will explode out from your monitor and laser you in the eyes, causing immense amounts of pain and blindness, not to mention the humiliation, which will last a lifetime.


I can't believe it's just round one.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 26, 2007, 05:09:16 am
This is going to take so long. I'm feeling quit confident however. It's fun predicting who will beat each other and who you think will be in the finals.

I'm thinking it's going to be between Xion Night and Rerg1.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Sohashu on January 26, 2007, 05:20:06 am
Well.  Looks like I missed out.  Can I go on Mr. Waiting list? 
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on January 26, 2007, 05:38:11 am
I'm aiming for the semifinals. It'd be neat to go against pkmays or buloght. And get my ass handed to me.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Willows on January 26, 2007, 09:02:35 am
Less pixels, more trash talk!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Sherman Gill on January 26, 2007, 09:06:06 am
Buloght, er... Kulod... Kudol... Whoever I'm fighting (You know who you are).
Prepare to get your face smashed in :D.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Rerg1 on January 26, 2007, 11:51:07 am
I'm fight Buloght right.

.... Shit
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: snader on January 26, 2007, 04:31:00 pm
am i allowed to post on other forums for C&C? just not on pixelation. or nowhere. never? how about asking people on msn/aim/whatevs?

and mccow. make the best of your time. you've got a huge advantage there over me ;)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on January 26, 2007, 04:53:45 pm
   I don't think you are allowed to post on any other forums for help. If caught, then you are officially disqualified. This should specifically be a one man deal. However, if you can find a person on aims, or some other chat program, who is willing to keep his critiques hush, hush, and not spill the beans to any of the officials or competitors, well by all means. Fair is fair, until you are caught with your pants down, if you know what I mean. ;)
   By the way:

Challenge begins now
Ends Feb 5th, at 7am (GMT)

If it ends on the 5th, when will we have the results of the winners, of the first round? Is there a set day for the winner results that we can expect, or will this be purely decided on by the free time the judges have?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on January 26, 2007, 09:06:31 pm
I'm thinking it's going to be between Xion Night and Rerg1.
I think I'd lose. :o
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: 9_6 on January 27, 2007, 07:44:48 am
When exactly will the second round begin?
I just noticed that I'll be gone for a week by february the 9th. ;P
That would mean I would have half the time for the battle against snake... if I somehow make it through the first round...
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on January 27, 2007, 09:17:08 am
When exactly will the second round begin?
I just noticed that I'll be gone for a week by february the 9th. ;P
That would mean I would have half the time for the battle against snake... if I somehow make it through the first round...
Or 1% chance a battle against me  :D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: snader on January 27, 2007, 09:19:33 am
why is everyone so sure snake is the one that's gonna win? i mean someone with a broken arm  cant pixel well..

.. now where did i put my drivers license..?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Skull on January 27, 2007, 09:21:15 am
why is everyone so sure snake is the one that's gonna win? i mean someone with a broken arm  cant pixel well..

.. now where did i put my drivers license..?

That's the spirit... Sabotage!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Helm on January 27, 2007, 10:52:39 am
With the quality of talent on board, snake's not at all an assured winner. Don't get all defeatist now! Do your best!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ensellitis on January 27, 2007, 11:19:15 am
comm'on guys.  i have seen almost all of you pull of some amazing shit.  you all have what it takes to kick snake's ass, just put all you got into it
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Rerg1 on January 27, 2007, 11:35:18 am
I haven't.

You got proved wrong.

And uhhh I'm expecting Xion to win. But hell I'mma have fun.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: snader on January 27, 2007, 11:50:51 am
yes. well. but i'm a rather slow worker. amd i'm really really busy. like. study from 8:00 till 23:00, sleep, wake. repeat. i've got like 6-7 hours a week for -fun-
my all is going in school right now. i wont just surrender though =3
anyways gotta go again. sign up for next years school

luck and prosperity to all. including snake.

i'm just glad helm is a judge and not competing, really
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on January 27, 2007, 11:53:03 am
in the end it will all come down to time.

if (for example) snake only has a couple of hours a week, and (for example) rerg has 20 hours a week - anything is possible.

There are many awesome pixellers here - but dont let it give u a negative attitude.

Besides - its not about who wins - its about the taking part and pushing the pixels to the best of your ability.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on January 27, 2007, 11:53:55 am
i'm just glad helm is a judge and not competing, really

imagine a helm vs snake final  :B :0'
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: dragonrc on January 27, 2007, 12:12:51 pm
This is really cool, to bad I missed this one. If possible, count me in for the next round.

good luck to ya all :y:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Panda on January 27, 2007, 12:18:51 pm
Yeah people, it's not about who wins, it's all about how you entertain us spectators.  :hehe:




But then, those who fail to do so, will be fed to the lions.


TWICE.
 ;D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Helm on January 27, 2007, 12:22:59 pm
Embroidery! Embroidery!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Faktablad on January 27, 2007, 04:38:03 pm
I dunno, man, I've only got one WIP, but I'm pooling all of my artistic knowledge into it until by the time it's done it'll be a concentrated beam of Awesome, which, when you look at it, will explode out from your monitor and laser you in the eyes, causing immense amounts of pain and blindness, not to mention the humiliation, which will last a lifetime.
No, not to the death!

To the pain!

Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: TheAbyss on January 28, 2007, 01:14:01 am
This looks exiting. Good luck to all of you, especialy the person whom I really want to win. Which I'm not telling. Because he/she is the best pixelist ever!  ;D
Well, I wouldn't say I'm the best, but thank you very much.

Haha... >.<
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 28, 2007, 04:02:31 am
Fuck Snake, snake's going down.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on January 28, 2007, 07:29:17 am
Yeah people, it's not about who wins, it's all about how you entertain us spectators.  :hehe:




But then, those who fail to do so, will be fed to the lions.


TWICE.
 ;D

or banned :)
but not really

--
About when judging will take place, and when next round will begin.
What I had planned on was once all submissions were in, and the deadline came about - I was then going to send them out to the other judges for evaluating on who won. This could take as quickly as a few hours, or a few days. depending on time and free-ness of the judges. That was why I had originally thought about starting each challenge on a sunday, that way you all can have abit of a break inbetween each challenge as well. However, if you would prefer, I can start the challenge as soon as results are in.
It does not personally matter to me. Just if it starts and ends on roughly the same day of week people can accustom themselves to that. Let me know if as quick as possible or if waiting till sunday/monday (depending on where in world) is fine.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: alkaline on January 28, 2007, 08:06:17 am
zomgzomg, this will be epic. unfortunately i missed out on the signup, but...spectating is nearly as awesome. good look everyone  :y:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on January 28, 2007, 09:21:52 am
Fuck Snake, snake's going down.
Yeah, I've seen alot of Crocidile hunter episodes, I KNOW how to catch a Snake  :D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Rerg1 on January 28, 2007, 11:21:03 am
Screw the catching lets just kill it.

Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: eck on January 28, 2007, 12:46:04 pm
Screw the catching lets just kill it.



or just make him loose  :crazy: :crazy:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: 9_6 on January 28, 2007, 01:25:26 pm
Screw the catching lets just kill it.



or just make him loose  :crazy: :crazy:

Oh man you're a genius!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: snake on January 28, 2007, 01:54:51 pm
People sure like making random assumptions. Fine, fine...

I wouldn't reccomend joke threats though. I don't like joke threats. They make me want to hurt things.

The crocodile hunter died. Remember that.

In regards to a duel against helm, people aren't quite ready for that yet it seemes.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Helm on January 28, 2007, 01:57:34 pm
I'm up any time serpent-boy. Just thought it wasn't a nice idea to both judge and participate at the same time, though the option was available from flabber.

If I win, the condition is you give yourself an avatar.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Rerg1 on January 28, 2007, 02:03:00 pm
People sure like making random assumptions. Fine, fine...

I wouldn't reccomend joke threats though. I don't like joke threats. They make me want to hurt things.

The crocodile hunter died. Remember that.

In regards to a duel against helm, people aren't quite ready for that yet it seemes.

Sorry Snake. It was a joke, joke. No worries! Good Luck inflicting Pixel pain.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ensellitis on January 28, 2007, 02:07:34 pm
If I win, the condition is you give yourself an avatar.

i dont think we are prepared for a likeness of snake just yet
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: snake on January 28, 2007, 02:16:48 pm
I'm up any time serpent-boy. Just thought it wasn't a nice idea to both judge and participate at the same time, though the option was available from flabber.

If I win, the condition is you give yourself an avatar.

I wasn't aiming to challenge you, people are hyped up enough as it is. I have no problem doing a little duel sometime, but let's keep this thing away from the competition at least. Don't want us mixing judging with battle.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Helm on January 28, 2007, 02:23:29 pm
I'm up any time serpent-boy. Just thought it wasn't a nice idea to both judge and participate at the same time, though the option was available from flabber.

If I win, the condition is you give yourself an avatar.

I wasn't aiming to challenge you, people are hyped up enough as it is. I have no problem doing a little duel sometime, but let's keep this thing away from the competition at least. Don't want us mixing judging with battle.

I was just playing along with the tough talk. I'm more intersting in collaboration that FIGHT TO THE DETH, and sure we could do a little whatever sometime.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on January 28, 2007, 04:13:55 pm
When I was talking about how to kill a Snake, I was refering to my own first round battle against Snake, but as Snake catcher I don't think I'm anywhere near experienced enough to kill the cobra I'm up against, his venom will surely get to me.
Also, a fight between Helm and Snake would be interesting, not because they are both very skilled, but because they have such different styles.
That's all I have to say, I'm more hyped up about my battle against Snake, then helm vs. Snake.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Scotteh on January 28, 2007, 07:51:12 pm
The crocodile hunter died. Remember that.

May he rest in peace :'(

Can't wait til this heats up, in the final round, mebbe you could let the entire forum vote on the peice for teh win :crazy:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on January 28, 2007, 07:59:20 pm
I'm up any time serpent-boy. Just thought it wasn't a nice idea to both judge and participate at the same time, though the option was available from flabber.

If I win, the condition is you give yourself an avatar.

ill see if i can think up a new better system for judging next time.
That will make it easier and more acceptable for judges to participate aswell.
But that will be next time.

About 1week left.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: dragonrc on January 28, 2007, 08:41:33 pm
where can I place my bet ??? :P

I'm exited about this and I'm not even competing.
I think the winner will be the one who can pixel something good really fast and who has a lot of free time.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 28, 2007, 09:07:24 pm
Hey I dueled helm once and won. Goat and Wolverine were the judgesss and they said so.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on January 29, 2007, 01:13:18 am
Q: What happens in the event of a tie?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 29, 2007, 01:43:20 am
I don't think there can be a tie. One piece has to come above the other piece in some way.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: pkmays on January 29, 2007, 01:46:37 am
But still, as I understand it there are four judges. Add one more judge and a tie would be impossible.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on January 29, 2007, 01:50:10 am
Seriously, Rock, Paper, Scissors solves all lifes questions.  :y:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: eck on January 29, 2007, 01:51:43 am
*hands flabber a twenty*

when do i start? :P :P

joking of course, but still, what does happen if there is a tie?

Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on January 29, 2007, 01:57:34 am
Q: What happens in the event of a tie?

There will be no ties.
The judging system is not based off of a yes or no / pass or fail type style.
Do not worry - we have that under control.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryumaru on January 29, 2007, 03:30:07 am
the 2 contestants meet in athens greece and wrestle nude.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: pkmays on January 29, 2007, 03:40:03 am
*prays Riona and Mirre tie*
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryumaru on January 29, 2007, 03:44:09 am
unless we all fly to athens, i think the only one that will get to see the hot, pixel artist on pixel artist action will be helm.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on January 29, 2007, 04:03:07 am
Athens? Helm? Puhshaw! They could always duel in Texas with leather chaps. I could be special guest referee, with my patented Lucha Libre mask....Helm would have to watch from home, through pay per view in his little t.v. set.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryumaru on January 29, 2007, 04:06:13 am
the location of these duels must be decided on, its of much more importance than these petty pixel challenges.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: alkaline on January 29, 2007, 04:25:13 am
I am suddenly much more interested in this challenge.  :hehe:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: pkmays on January 29, 2007, 04:56:48 am
Hey, there's an Athens in Texas. My grandmother lives there. I'll invite her along.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryona on January 29, 2007, 09:07:17 am
*prays Riona and Mirre tie*

Nah, no one would want to see that. I'm afraid we'd only bore everyone with our amature grappling.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: snake on January 29, 2007, 11:55:22 am
Nah, no one would want to see that. I'm afraid we'd only bore everyone with our amature grappling.

From what I've read about it, there would be a lot of oiling up going on, so any grappling would probably look unprofessional anyway.

What about ancient Greek boxing? In some cases they would use rocks in their gloves to speed up the maches. Extra activities could include making pixel pieces with the leftover teeth.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Stwelin on January 29, 2007, 12:33:27 pm
paper view

Huhahaha.  :lol:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Helm on January 29, 2007, 06:59:59 pm
Nah, no one would want to see that. I'm afraid we'd only bore everyone with our amature grappling.

From what I've read about it, there would be a lot of oiling up going on, so any grappling would probably look unprofessional anyway.

What about ancient Greek boxing? In some cases they would use rocks in their gloves to speed up the maches. Extra activities could include making pixel pieces with the leftover teeth.

pagratio was fairly hardcore, yes
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Cow on January 30, 2007, 04:49:02 am
Restarting. :/ I hate working on a piece for so long that I don't realise all the mistakes. Damn.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Stwelin on January 30, 2007, 05:01:03 am
I am also having troubles. Can't get certain part of 'its' body to look right. Oh man oh man.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on January 30, 2007, 05:22:43 am
So Freaking happy :D
I've officially reached the halfway point in my image (foreground=99% Done, BG=1% Done)
B.O.B., you'd best watch your back. Your days are numbered. :mean:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on January 30, 2007, 08:42:12 am
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I've officially reached the halfway point in my image (foreground=99% Done, BG=1% Done)
Damn... I just now started mine. Wait, who has room for backgrounds?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on January 30, 2007, 12:44:15 pm
   I was about to ask the same thing. For great detail, I have to practically dedicate the whole piece to the monsters themselves, rather than implement a background. So far I have 5 pieces now, and only one is using a background....ugh, I really need to choose which one to send in.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: dragonrc on January 30, 2007, 01:40:24 pm
I don't think you will be juged on the background, I think the only thing that counts is the monster.
But maby they will judge how well the monster blends with the background...
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ensellitis on January 30, 2007, 02:50:18 pm
i think that a background can make or break a piece.  a great one makes it that much better, a poor background can make the object in the foreground look bad.

so a background can help, or it can hurt.  from what i have seen of helm, flaber, and the other judge's comments, they will be judging the complete piece, including background...

but if i am wrong, feel free to smack me around for a few.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 30, 2007, 04:27:15 pm
Bob, you really should have just devoted yourself to once piece like I did.

Yet i'm sure there is one of your pieces that really sticks out to you.

Who else is confident about this first round?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on January 30, 2007, 04:36:43 pm
my monster is almost done - just need to add a background, nothing intense but something better than just transparency.

i am quite confident about my design - but whether my pixels skills are good enough to pull it off.... only time will tell!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on January 30, 2007, 04:46:57 pm
I'm quite confident, actually, I think, technique wise, this may be my best efford yet.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: 9_6 on January 30, 2007, 05:00:08 pm
Mine is done too.
It looks nice but I'm not sure if it's enough for Delgneith since I don't know anything about his skills so I can't say I'm confident.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: ZoSo on January 30, 2007, 05:50:06 pm
My is hardly done, i havent had time. But now i do, so im working on it. I got a few more ideas so i will probably do more monsters.. and then decide which one is the best :).
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Kubol on January 30, 2007, 07:07:13 pm
I almost finished  ;) I'm new in pixel art so that's why I want to be a part of this challenge to know people's opinion about my art! I hope I get some clues from you guys :D Good luck to all!  ;D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 30, 2007, 07:26:52 pm
Kubol i don't see your name on the chart. :(
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on January 30, 2007, 07:28:44 pm
Kubol i don't see your name on the chart. :(
Number 16 on the list.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on January 30, 2007, 07:47:28 pm
MAN I'M DUMB.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on January 30, 2007, 11:26:04 pm
O' $#!*.
Does it have to just be a monster alone? Like, just a monster? Nothing but a monster? I mean, I know it can be a scene or a sprite or what have you, but the monster has to be just a monster or a monster with a monster and not with a non-monster? I mean, yeah?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Akira on January 30, 2007, 11:32:01 pm
Backgrounds are allowed. The main focus though should be the monster.

maybe that answers your question? i'm sure you could have a monster and a non-monster in the foreground. i would assume that anything with the monster in the spotlight would be fine. i mean if you drew a monster eating some guy and then they said you could only have a monster in the foreground, well that'd be just silly.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on January 31, 2007, 12:25:56 am
Xion: I'm sure you're allowed to have a background. If it doesn't allow a background, they would've mentioned it. Also, my idea wouldn't work without one, so I'm just saying they allow one in hopes to give confirmation to myself about my own adhesion to the rules.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on January 31, 2007, 02:01:17 am
Backgrounds are allowed.

the main focus though should be of your monster.
Only one 'monster' should be in the picture. If you have flies, or eggs or birds in the background, consider those accessories. But do not have 2 monsters fighting, or side by side hugging. there should be only 1 monster, clearly scene. any other 'life' whether plants, or flies, etc, should only be thought of as accessories that add/compliment to the image, rather than make the image.

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   I was about to ask the same thing. For great detail, I have to practically dedicate the whole piece to the monsters themselves, rather than implement a background. So far I have 5 pieces now, and only one is using a background....ugh, I really need to choose which one to send in.
The time factor is almost making you doubt yourself. Wouldnt it have been easier to have just enough time to make one entry and submit only that one, knowing full that you couldnt have done anything different or better.
oh the fun.

Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on January 31, 2007, 03:31:04 am
Backgrounds are allowed.

the main focus though should be of your monster.
Only one 'monster' should be in the picture. If you have flies, or eggs or birds in the background, consider those accessories. But do not have 2 monsters fighting, or side by side hugging. there should be only 1 monster, clearly scene. any other 'life' whether plants, or flies, etc, should only be thought of as accessories that add/compliment to the image, rather than make the image.

...
....
.....
 :'( :'( :'( :'(
 :( :(
I...hate...
......


*sigh*


Back to the $#&%ing drawing board.

$#!*!!!!

EDIT: I OBJECT! It didn't say specifically anything about only having one monster per image in the rules! I mean, it said "Make an image of a monster or creature," but since the theme was titled "MONSTERS" (notice the plural) I only naturally assumed that multiple monsters could be the focus of an image. Not only that, but you said that how we interperet the theme was up to us, and I interpereted it as I saw fit.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on January 31, 2007, 04:16:24 am
   Meh, I'm no judge, but I don't see how multiple monsters could hurt. I mean, it's 100x100 pixels, so the more monsters, the harder it is to fit(for a good piece, that is...:) ). Naturally, it will probably work against you, but if you make it work out, then kudos to you, good sir. So if this decision is left to the competitors, then my vote goes to draw however many monsters you want, just as long as it fits within 100x100.
   
No harm done...
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on January 31, 2007, 04:45:44 am
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EDIT: I OBJECT! It didn't say specifically anything about only having one monster per image in the rules! I mean, it said "Make an image of a monster or creature," but since the theme was titled "MONSTERS" (notice the plural) I only naturally assumed that multiple monsters could be the focus of an image. Not only that, but you said that how we interperet the theme was up to us, and I interpereted it as I saw fit.

hmmmm.
well...
originally i had only thought of only 1 monster.
But, after reading over my posts, I do not seem to state only 1 monster specifically.
The description does say "make an image of a monster or creature" with "A" being singular, and neither monster or creature being plural.
However, the title does say monsters. So in a round-about way, kinda pushing it, i suppose those 2 contradict each other.
...
Since i did not state flat out only 1 monster is allowed... I guess you fall just into the safety zone.
I did say this challenge was all how you interpret the challenge, and as you interpret it this way.. you would still be right.
I am not playing favorites, or making an acception. You just simply had a different interpretation than i was expecting, which still seems to be ok.

As I said, this challenge is left open to interpretation and seeing as how i did not place a restriction on monster count, it is acceptable for you to interpret this way.
Again, no rule changes or acceptions, you just managed to squeeze by with that.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on January 31, 2007, 05:22:11 am
Breathes a sigh of relief  :D ;D :) :hehe:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Mirre on January 31, 2007, 11:34:29 am
ENSELLITIS!!11!!!!!!1!! :-* :y:


I'm almost done with mine now. You better watch your back Ryona!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Rerg1 on January 31, 2007, 01:08:53 pm
I are going to lose.

No wrestling for me.  :'(

But imma still try my best.  ;)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on January 31, 2007, 08:11:21 pm
I are going to lose.

No wrestling for me.  :'(

But imma still try my best.  ;)

Rar-urgeepoo numero uno, is English not your first language?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on January 31, 2007, 08:49:16 pm
Rar-ergi numero uno, is English not your first language?

maybe he just rides the special bus to school  :crazy:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ragnarok on January 31, 2007, 08:59:19 pm
Or maybe he meant "imma gonna try my best"?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: pkmays on January 31, 2007, 10:34:07 pm
F&#@!!!

Starting over for the 3rd time now. First one was focusing on the background too much; second one was a remake of the first, but was poorly executed; third one was bland and uninspired. I'm trying really really hard to go for 10,000 pixels and 32 colors of pure epic, but my execution still isn't up to my intention.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on February 01, 2007, 02:33:24 am
So, I know we can't post in forums, but what about presenting it to an individual for help? Like if I were to want to show it to someone on MSN and ask "Do the colors seem too desaturated?" Would that be in bounds of the rules?

Maybe I'll just walk around and come back to my entry later to see how I could fix it :-\
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Akira on February 01, 2007, 03:30:25 am
I think B.O.B. summed that up nicely:
I don't think you are allowed to post on any other forums for help. If caught, then you are officially disqualified. This should specifically be a one man deal. However, if you can find a person on aims, or some other chat program, who is willing to keep his critiques hush, hush, and not spill the beans to any of the officials or competitors, well by all means. Fair is fair, until you are caught with your pants down, if you know what I mean. ;)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Cow on February 01, 2007, 03:46:59 am
My confidence in my piece is quite low. The colors are pretty generic, there's only one ramp (did the whole thing in greyscale first), but I'm completely sick of working on it and 'm gonna send it in... soon... :durr:

Some great pixel artists need to die so I can summon them to help me. Or something.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryumaru on February 01, 2007, 03:53:00 am
wow, seems like everybodys getting their panties in a bunch in just the first round.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on February 01, 2007, 03:59:27 am
Pshh! My panties don't bunch. I wear thongs. Leopard print...represent, son, represent.

And I think I 've chosen my fav' of the bunch I have already. I'll send it in, either Friday, or Saturday, given the time.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Stwelin on February 01, 2007, 04:18:47 am
i can do you one better, i don't even wear underwear. (http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/winking/winking0075.gif)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on February 01, 2007, 05:04:46 am
So, I know we can't post in forums, but what about presenting it to an individual for help? Like if I were to want to show it to someone on MSN and ask "Do the colors seem too desaturated?" Would that be in bounds of the rules?

Maybe I'll just walk around and come back to my entry later to see how I could fix it :-\

Now how am i supposed to track your msn conversations. ;)
Just as long as its not to someone who is competing or judging
by posting at a forum, its easy to catch the cheating.
I dont want to be able to see any cheating or help given.

...i hope that no-answer, answered your question
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on February 01, 2007, 08:40:41 am
Yeah, it answered it well enough. I'm just a strict believer in the honor system, so I wasn't sure if you would care or not about seeking out individuals that aren't taking any part in the competition for a little help. Don't ask, don't tell, that works for me.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on February 01, 2007, 05:44:53 pm
SENT, and for once i managed to get something done on time.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: snader on February 01, 2007, 10:12:26 pm
yeah. i will go work on it too tomorrow. maybe even hand it in =3
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on February 01, 2007, 11:02:09 pm
some beautiful entries iv already recieved
this is gona be a tough round right from the very beginning
:)

Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on February 01, 2007, 11:44:54 pm
perhaps put a list up of who your still waiting for?  - doesnt really have a purpose (like the secret santa did), just for general interest.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Rydin on February 02, 2007, 12:00:53 am
If you make a list, I shouldn't be on it anymore.  :P
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on February 02, 2007, 12:21:03 am
perhaps put a list up of who your still waiting for?  - doesnt really have a purpose (like the secret santa did), just for general interest.

i suppose i could do that
... rather, im going to say who has submitted.
make the opponents sweat :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on February 02, 2007, 01:50:45 am
Wow, I just checked up on the first page, and just now found out that Ensilitis is donating 20 American "Dawrars" to the winner, out of the goodness of his evil, Black, souless heart. We love you Ens...

...Or is this another cruel joke? To be continued...
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryumaru on February 02, 2007, 02:05:10 am
woo, go ensilitis. not many people would do such a thing.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Sherman Gill on February 02, 2007, 02:09:31 am
We appreciate your kindness, Ens.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ensellitis on February 02, 2007, 02:47:24 am
Wow, I just checked up on the first page, and just now found out that Ensilitis is donating 20 American "Dawrars" to the winner, out of the goodness of his evil, Black, souless heart. We love you Ens...

...Or is this another cruel joke? To be continued...

i take a lot of offense to that,  everyone knows i dont have a heart.  :hehe: however, if you arent the winner, we have unanimously decided your body will be donated to science (homeless shelter for necrophiliacs as a pinata)

np all, just adding a little competitive edge to the compo.   :D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on February 02, 2007, 03:03:08 am
I'm suddenly very worried.

Oh and you guys were right: not enough room for a bg.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Rerg1 on February 02, 2007, 08:52:47 am
Shit, I just screwed up my ankle again again.. and I'm not really much in the mood for Pixel art. :X
I hope I get this finished since hoping to the computer isn't really such a fun thing to do with all these bloody stairs in my house.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on February 02, 2007, 09:01:54 am
prize updates
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on February 02, 2007, 10:13:34 am
Almost makes me wish I had a PayPal account.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ensellitis on February 02, 2007, 01:33:49 pm
you dont need an account.  all you need is an email address and/or phone number
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Helm on February 02, 2007, 01:41:06 pm
Thanks for the money prizes but please don't add any more. Right now the amount is symbolic and ok, but it it were to grow then the compo would stop being about love of pixels and it would start being about the dough.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on February 02, 2007, 03:40:56 pm
Thanks for the money prizes but please don't add any more. Right now the amount is symbolic and ok, but it it were to grow then the compo would stop being about love of pixels and it would start being about the dough.

true say, however a little in$£ntive might make competitors more put in that little bit more effort, thus enhancing the resultant pixels, which is what this challenge is about :D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Helm on February 02, 2007, 03:41:45 pm
There won't be such a problem. Just the thrill of the competition will be enough to guarantee awesome efforts from most if not all involved.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: pkmays on February 02, 2007, 03:57:26 pm
F%#@ this "thrill of the competition" s#!&, I want 20 bucks.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 02, 2007, 04:52:58 pm
I think the winner of the Tournament should gain a Title. Like the World Pixel Champion or something.

And then the winner of the next tournament has to face the winner of the last tournament for the title.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: dragonrc on February 02, 2007, 06:06:10 pm
I think the winner of the Tournament should gain a Title. Like the World Pixel Champion or something.

And then the winner of the next tournament has to face the winner of the last tournament for the title.
that would be cool, and a big final tournament of all the winners of the previous contests
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Cow on February 02, 2007, 06:07:19 pm
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Like the World Pixel Champion or something.
More like "This Forum's Pixel Champion, Who Also Happened to Not Be a Judge". :durr:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryumaru on February 02, 2007, 09:20:02 pm
i am willing to give 3rd place winner a night with my non existant sister.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on February 02, 2007, 09:40:43 pm
Is she hot?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ryumaru on February 02, 2007, 09:42:48 pm
dude shes my sister, i wouldnt know.
heres a picture of her:







Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on February 02, 2007, 09:44:08 pm
I'd hit it.  :-*
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on February 02, 2007, 09:52:46 pm
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I think the winner of the Tournament should gain a Title. Like the World Pixel Champion or something.

And then the winner of the next tournament has to face the winner of the last tournament for the title.
And we'll have ridiculously large belts for the champion, and the trading off of these belts between competitors will keep the ratings up and keep people from realizing we're just a repetitive soap opera for men...

Er, what?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on February 02, 2007, 11:09:48 pm
I think the winner of the Tournament should gain a Title. Like the World Pixel Champion or something.

And then the winner of the next tournament has to face the winner of the last tournament for the title.

or, title:
"Im the Pixelator, Bitch"
Xmen, juggernaut
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Mirre on February 03, 2007, 12:18:52 am
OMG. I just sent my monster to flaber. I'm done, Done, DONE. Yaaay!


or, title:
"Im the Pixelator, Bitch"
Xmen, juggernaut
My vote for that one XD
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Zolthorg on February 03, 2007, 12:33:23 am
gmail invite and perma sig space to the winner of 7th place.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ensellitis on February 03, 2007, 03:49:08 am
i will give 12th place a night with flaber
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: robalan on February 03, 2007, 04:51:10 am
Hey now, people.  Be serious here.

Good luck to all involved, and I look forward to seeing the results of this competition.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: 9_6 on February 03, 2007, 10:21:49 am
Sent mine.
So I can't loose by not having anything now.

What happens if both competitors don't submit anything?
Wouldn't that be a tie?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on February 03, 2007, 11:21:47 am
Sent mine.
So I can't loose by not having anything now.

What happens if both competitors don't submit anything?
Wouldn't that be a tie?

the best unsuccessful entry from another battle would go through.

eg.  person A beats person B,  persons C and D both fail to submit.  Person B goes through instead of C and D.


Also - 21 people still have to submit.  I sure hope no-one fails to submit, 2 weeks has been plenty of time.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: ZoSo on February 03, 2007, 12:56:46 pm
Ive submitted mine now.. Now lets just wait and see :). Good luck everyone :D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on February 03, 2007, 01:00:51 pm
Damn, I'm so excited to see everyone's work!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: .TakaM on February 03, 2007, 01:01:40 pm
submitted, happy time :y:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ensellitis on February 03, 2007, 01:33:22 pm
las pixas betting parlor: place your bets :P
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 03, 2007, 04:33:28 pm
So does this have to be in on the fourth? Or do I have all of the fifth to turn it in?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Stwelin on February 03, 2007, 04:53:49 pm
Woogooo. I have been leaving mine to the last minute. It's still very WIP, at least i made it past the line art.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Scotteh on February 03, 2007, 04:54:54 pm
las pixas betting parlor: place your bets :P

£5 on snake to get his but whopped in round 1 :D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: SCiDT on February 03, 2007, 06:25:16 pm
Submitted.

Good luck all, curious to see everybody's entries.  :hehe:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ensellitis on February 03, 2007, 06:32:06 pm
las pixas betting parlor: place your bets :P

£5 on snake to get his but whopped in round 1 :D

ok, your odds on that are 10,000,000,000 to 1 against  :D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Scotteh on February 03, 2007, 06:49:00 pm
Woo, so if he loses, i shall be rich!!!! :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on February 03, 2007, 07:51:43 pm
las pixas betting parlor: place your bets :P

£5 on snake to get his but whopped in round 1 :D

ok, your odds on that are 10,000,000,000 to 1 against  :D
Thanks for the confindence, I apreciate it  :durr:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: snader on February 03, 2007, 08:08:16 pm
there i'm done.

it's not to the best of my abilities, but i only had 3 hours total spare time to pixel =P
now i'm anxious..
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Cow on February 03, 2007, 08:12:30 pm
Aww, no winning by default for me.  ^-^
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on February 03, 2007, 08:21:51 pm
So does this have to be in on the fourth? Or do I have all of the fifth to turn it in?

you have until the 5th, 7am.
However, you have until the 5th, 7am of GMT / What the forum is using for its time.
So you will have to re-adjust yourself to fit that time.
If i was to submit an entry, the latest i could would be midnight on the 4th, because i am -7hrs from GMT.

If any entry comes in past 7am GMT in my PMs i will not accept it.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Skull on February 03, 2007, 09:12:47 pm
las pixas betting parlor: place your bets :P

£5 on snake to get his but whopped in round 1 :D

ok, your odds on that are 10,000,000,000 to 1 against  :D
Thanks for the confindence, I apreciate it  :durr:

Haha! That's the spirit.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Scotteh on February 03, 2007, 09:14:07 pm
las pixas betting parlor: place your bets :P

£5 on snake to get his but whopped in round 1 :D

ok, your odds on that are 10,000,000,000 to 1 against  :D
Thanks for the confindence, I apreciate it  :durr:

Haha! That's the spirit.

I better get paid if snake loses! Or i will kick your ass, virtually >:D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Skull on February 03, 2007, 09:39:36 pm
You need to pay your £5, first. And then decide if you want to pay tax on your bet or your winnings.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: SCiDT on February 03, 2007, 10:02:29 pm
I think snake has just as good a chance to fall out as any of us. I think the quality of this compo is going to be shocking! I probably produced my best work ever... (I am not as good as most of these guys) But I think it inspired me to do really good pixel art knowing I am up against Takma.

Now I am really curious when will we see all the entries? After the cut off when the judges are deciding etc?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on February 03, 2007, 10:18:22 pm
I was hoping for my entry to be more entertaining than it is, but I had planned on finishing it this weekend and I just don't feel like doing so, probably because my dog ran away last night.

Hopefully it's got enough to keep in the tournament.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Scotteh on February 03, 2007, 10:19:36 pm
I reckon that in the final, everyone should get to vote, makes it better. Bit like the PIXEL factor :D

Hope you find your dog blick
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Skull on February 03, 2007, 11:38:30 pm
I reckon that in the final, everyone should get to vote, makes it better. Bit like the PIXEL factor :D

I like the idea of that..
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on February 03, 2007, 11:58:11 pm
Whelp, I just sent my entry in. Flaber, if you had trouble receiving it, or it didn't come through, tell me, and I'll try sending it in again. Sometimes they show up as other files, due to past files with similar names.

Your move, Xion, your move...
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on February 04, 2007, 12:28:24 am
Whelp, I just sent my entry in. Flaber, you should have no trouble receiving it, for I'm so awesome everything goes through from me, and I won't need to try sending it in again. They never show up as other files, 'cause there are no past files with similar names.

My move's been made, B.Y.O.B., my move's been made...
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on February 04, 2007, 12:37:19 am
you have until the 5th, 7am.
However, you have until the 5th, 7am of GMT / What the forum is using for its time.
So you will have to re-adjust yourself to fit that time.
If i was to submit an entry, the latest i could would be midnight on the 4th, because i am -7hrs from GMT.

If any entry comes in past 7am GMT in my PMs i will not accept it.

So have you started judging/marking the ones already in?; assuming your using a points system based on categories (eg: creativity, pallette, composition and pixel-technicality), which also asks the question how long 'til we find out the results?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ensellitis on February 04, 2007, 05:14:16 am
las pixas betting parlor: place your bets :P

£5 on snake to get his but whopped in round 1 :D

ok, your odds on that are 10,000,000,000 to 1 against  :D
Thanks for the confindence, I apreciate it  :durr:

everyone has an equal shot...  i hope you squash snake (sorry) and de-immortalize him
because my take, taxes, customs, and transport, it would end up costing him money :D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: snader on February 04, 2007, 07:27:15 am
Aww, no winning by default for me.  ^-^
Winning by the others disqualification hold no honour or glory. Surely you wouldnt want to win like that?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: dragonrc on February 04, 2007, 09:23:58 am
since snake hasn't send in his entry you should hack his computer and delete all his files ::)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Scotteh on February 04, 2007, 09:44:07 am
Aww, no winning by default for me.  ^-^
Winning by the others disqualification hold no honour or glory. Surely you wouldnt want to win like that?

I would :crazy:
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: snake on February 04, 2007, 12:23:44 pm
I don't find being the ass of people's jokes very amusing. Please give it a rest.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Scotteh on February 04, 2007, 12:24:47 pm
Sorry snake :(
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on February 04, 2007, 01:59:31 pm
I don't find being the ass of people's jokes very amusing. Please give it a rest.

I agree, its all getting a bit tiring.  I guess its because you have a reputation for producing awesome pieces, however your not the only great artist in that list.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Helm on February 04, 2007, 02:11:07 pm
The people that use you in this passive-agressive "SNAKE IS GOD/LET'S KILL SNAKE" way are mostly 12-3 years old, Snake.

Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Scotteh on February 04, 2007, 02:55:40 pm
its true you know, im 12 years old
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Larwick on February 04, 2007, 03:35:21 pm
This is more exciting than the Secret Santa! It's really quite a privilage to see all that great work, and then have another community activity with loads more top quality stuff. I can't wait.

its true you know, im 12 years old

You know, that's probably why he said it.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on February 04, 2007, 03:42:00 pm
This is more exciting than the Secret Santa! It's really quite a privilage to see all that great work, and then have another community activity with loads more top quality stuff. I can't wait.

you get to view all the amazing pixel-arts yet make nothing yourself.  mr. lazy  :P

btw its "priviledge"!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Conzeit on February 04, 2007, 03:47:20 pm
yea mi 12 years old

if I were dislexic =)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: MoD on February 04, 2007, 04:19:58 pm
It's "privilege," Freon.

Sorry, couldn't resist.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on February 04, 2007, 04:42:18 pm
It's "privilege," Freon.

Sorry, couldn't resist.
It's "Feron", MoD.

Sorry, couldn't resist :D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: snake on February 04, 2007, 04:47:16 pm
The people that use you in this passive-agressive "SNAKE IS GOD/LET'S KILL SNAKE" way are mostly 12-3 years old, Snake.

Just needed to be said so we could get done with it.

I have submitted my entry.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on February 04, 2007, 06:43:22 pm
I don't find being the ass of people's jokes very amusing. Please give it a rest.
I'm sorry if i in any way offended you Snake, it was not my intention.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on February 04, 2007, 06:43:22 pm
Mm, yeah, it was kind of annoying to me, too. I mean, people trash-talking someone they aren't even up against? What's up with that? Either that or giving up early. How 'bout just fokuss on the challenge at hand/the current opponent? :-\

Well, anyway, yeah, this is pretty tense. I so want to see what B.O.B made. And the two chicks. :)
I'm all a-jitter.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Kubol on February 04, 2007, 06:44:07 pm
When you see my monster please give me some clues and advices people :-[  I just start making pixel pictures so i need help! THX!  :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Opacus on February 04, 2007, 06:46:41 pm
When you see my monster please give me some clues and advices people :-[  I just start making pixel pictures so i need help! THX!  :)
When it's shown, just post it in the Pixel Art section, and you'll get plenty of help and critiques.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on February 04, 2007, 06:46:53 pm
or, title:
"Im the Pixelator, Bitch"
Xmen, juggernaut
Yeah, and second place could get:
I'm the Pixelator's Bitch
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on February 04, 2007, 06:48:59 pm
bob/xion is going to be an intense first round, as is Godslayer and PKmays.

Ps. 12 hours (and 10 mins to go)!!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: 9_6 on February 04, 2007, 06:52:53 pm
Did Delgneith submit his piece yet?
I don't want to win by default.
That's no fun. :/
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Lawrence on February 04, 2007, 07:30:22 pm
I've just started to create mine right now. You lot are so old-fashioned, using 'all' your designated time, pfft. ::)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: SCiDT on February 04, 2007, 08:26:11 pm
LoL, yeah so old fashioned ;) man I cant wait!  :D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Filax_666 on February 04, 2007, 09:24:53 pm
filax's silence is starting to get me paranoid.  D:

Muahaha! >:D
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Souly on February 04, 2007, 09:39:05 pm
Wait so I don't even have untill the fucking 5th?
I only have untill midnight.

That sucks ass, because I don't have any time to finish it up today.
I was hoping on doing the final touches tomorrow and then submitting it.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Cow on February 04, 2007, 09:43:09 pm
Quote
Winning by the others disqualification hold no honour or glory. Surely you wouldnt want to win like that?
I take what I can get, heh. :B

Looking forward to seeing some stuff. I hope my eyes explode from the level of awesome.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 04, 2007, 10:36:47 pm
Oh god snake. Are you going to cry now too?

If anything you should be flattered, you are considered a shoe-in for the finals because you are an amazing artist. Get over it.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on February 04, 2007, 10:44:05 pm
   Come on guys, cut it out already. Not all people crave attention as much as others. PLEASE, lets not turn something as golden as this, to some dumb, petty argument over who can't take a joke or not. Lets have fun with this man. Who gives a f*** who's better than who, just pixel to the best of your ability. This should be about having fun, not cut-throat, machismo bull-shit.

   Oh, and when are we going to see an update on the tourney list, as to who has and hasn't submitted their piece yet?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 04, 2007, 10:51:20 pm
im trying hard to get this in before midnight tonight :(
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Ensellitis on February 04, 2007, 11:55:50 pm
   Come on guys, cut it out already. Not all people crave attention as much as others. PLEASE, lets not turn something as golden as this, to some dumb, petty argument over who can't take a joke or not. Lets have fun with this man. Who gives a f*** who's better than who, just pixel to the best of your ability. This should be about having fun, not cut-throat, machismo bull-shit.

 :y: :y:

good luck all!  the clock is tickin!!!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Feron on February 05, 2007, 12:17:50 am
for all those unaware of their time difference, you have just under 7 hours from the time of this post.

*won't be able to sleep tonight*
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on February 05, 2007, 03:10:28 am
When you see my monster please give me some clues and advices people :-[  I just start making pixel pictures so i need help! THX!  :)

After the monsters have been posted here, feel free to post them wherever and talk to whomever.
however, crits and comments wont be given out here. Im only showing the duels and the outcomes.

Only a few hours left, and quite a few empty spaces.
However, I did get an entry from some annoymous new member with no posts. Who knows, might have a new up and coming challenger for the next one ;)
of course though, he isnt going to participate, but i will still post his image just for the FUN of it.
no one else though whos not apart of the competition better send me anything.

How do people feel towards a week off.
I was planning to start the next challenge next week at about the same time this one ends. Or would you prefer having it as soon as possible? Thought it might be nice to have it on a same time slot of the week so its easy to know when it starts and ends.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Akzidenz on February 05, 2007, 03:35:15 am
Oh shit, why did I think that we had until the 7th? Well, let's see what happens in three hours.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on February 05, 2007, 03:58:16 am
you really should read the whole deadline;
Quote
Feb 5th, at 7am (GMT)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 05, 2007, 04:05:43 am
Is that in three hours?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Xion on February 05, 2007, 04:09:20 am
yes.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: SolidIdea on February 05, 2007, 04:30:41 am
Monster sent! I hope Akzidenz delivers on time :(
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Stwelin on February 05, 2007, 04:31:28 am
the HELL? midnight TONIGHT!? shit guys... t_t

My family dragged me to a superbowl party at their friend's house and i was stuck sitting around with a bunch of 50 year olds worrying about schoolwork and i was planning on doing this tomorrow. FUUUUCK.

Please please make it clear next time that we DON'T have the submission date to work.

*cries*
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on February 05, 2007, 04:38:04 am
???
you were all complaining 2 weeks was too long for such a small project like this.

and now, its not enough time.
this is not my fault. I stated in the very first post 7am GMT. it was your task to look up how it converts to your timezone.
So do not whine or complain that you cant have that extra day to work on it.
you had 2 weeks.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: pkmays on February 05, 2007, 05:18:15 am
I am genuinely ashamed of mine. Made it in about 2 hours and tooled it all to hell.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 05, 2007, 05:37:27 am
My dad just tried to get me off the computer because it's getting late. :(:(:(
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: SCiDT on February 05, 2007, 05:47:51 am
It looks like only 23 of the 32 made it  ???

Well, I have to agree with flaber, we had two weeks, maybe the rest will take it more seriously now?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Akzidenz on February 05, 2007, 05:49:06 am
I am genuinely ashamed of mine. Made it in about 2 hours and tooled it all to hell.

That's the direction I'm headed in, too. And I really doubt it's going to change in the next 45 minutes or so.

Hooray for mediocrity!

EDIT: Sent
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Souly on February 05, 2007, 06:05:52 am
Well I've submitted mine.  :D

Now to wait for the judges.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Akzidenz on February 05, 2007, 06:17:47 am
Flaber, will you be posting the entries at 7:00 GMT?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 05, 2007, 06:19:33 am
OH MAN OG MAN 40 MINUTES GOTTA HURRY
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Lawrence on February 05, 2007, 06:35:54 am
I've just submitted mine. I can't wait to see everyone else's, especially Evil-Ville's :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on February 05, 2007, 06:40:24 am
probably not exactly at deadline.
but yes. right away i will be posting the submitted entries.

Then from there, judges will decide who moves on
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 05, 2007, 06:47:34 am
sent! :( I hate it.

If I win this round, I won't be so stupid in the next.

I hope everyone turns one in. :(
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: shaheen on February 05, 2007, 06:52:02 am
Just sent mine in. :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 05, 2007, 06:56:02 am
Just sent mine in. :)

You don't know how happy that makes me. I didn't want to win by default at all.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: flaber on February 05, 2007, 07:00:53 am
END SUBMISSIONS

This round is officially over
I will post the duels right away.

Judging will begin shortly to announce the winners
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Akzidenz on February 05, 2007, 07:04:01 am
Damn, so many no-shows. Ryona, Delgneith, Mod, Souly, Rerg1, and Godslayer.

Who's Punky?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Sherman Gill on February 05, 2007, 07:05:44 am
I am giddy!

Hurry up :D!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: shaheen on February 05, 2007, 07:06:19 am
I believe Punky = Souly.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: pkmays on February 05, 2007, 07:07:25 am
Eh, no Godslayer? So I have a laughable entry on top of an honorless victory...

And this pretty much eliminates the all nude girl-on-girl wrestling. *weeps*
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: The B.O.B. on February 05, 2007, 07:21:20 am
   Honestly, not to be a prude or anything, but this type of truancy pisses me off. Two friggin' weeks to finish something. Not even a big project. Just 100x100 pixels. Thats it. I don't even think the excuse, " Well excuse me for having a life!" or "I had to work..blah" would pass...for TWO WEEKS! I kind of feel bad for the other competitors who sent something in without a challenger, to fight back. It's like fighting with the frickin' wind.
   Oh well, there is obviously going to have to be some balancing due to the non-participation of others. It bothers me even more that some who didn't send something in are some outstanding artists. Gah, I don't even know why I'm so bothered by this. I'm going to bed.

The B.O.B. out... (http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n118/TheBoBslow/transaniml.gif)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Akzidenz on February 05, 2007, 07:29:42 am
   Honestly, not to be a prude or anything, but this type of truancy pisses me off. Two friggin' weeks to finish something. Not even a big project. Just 100x100 pixels. Thats it. I don't even think the excuse, " Well excuse me for having a life!" or "I had to work..blah" would pass...for TWO WEEKS! I kind of feel bad for the other competitors who sent something in without a challenger, to fight back. It's like fighting with the frickin' wind.
   Oh well, there is obviously going to have to be some balancing due to the non-participation of others. It bothers me even more that some who didn't send something in are some outstanding artists. Gah, I don't even know why I'm so bothered by this. I'm going to bed.

The B.O.B. out... (http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n118/TheBoBslow/transaniml.gif)

I mean.. don't let it get to you. Some people are lazy. Some people might have had complications at the last minute. In the end, everyone got pushed to make some really cool stuff. Even though this is technically a competition, I doubt anyone actually wants the title or the bragging rights. It's just an event created to encourage a ton of people to make a ton of nice pixel art.

Twenty-seven people actually came through. That's twenty-seven great pieces that didn't exist before this competition, from twenty-seven different artists. That's just cool.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 05, 2007, 07:31:43 am
Even though this is technically a competition, I doubt anyone actually wants the title or the bragging rights.

Oh I want it.
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: buloght on February 05, 2007, 07:58:02 am
 :( I was looking forward to our battle, rerg1, what happened?
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Blick on February 05, 2007, 08:01:38 am
I'm glad I sent mine in earlier than I planned because I would've had no time to finish it today. Woohoo for thinking ahead somewhat.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: flaber on February 05, 2007, 08:15:49 am
duel matchups are on first page

No judging has taken place yet.
These are just your pairings

Im tired though, so i will answer (if any) questions later and talk to the judges later.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: buloght on February 05, 2007, 08:19:19 am
Wow, awesome entries. It's gonna be tough between xion and B.O.B., goodluck judges  :lol:
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Sherman Gill on February 05, 2007, 08:23:23 am
Sweet. Good luck everyone.

Evile Ville's is my favorite, I'm thinkin'.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Opacus on February 05, 2007, 08:35:00 am
Great stuff all! I especially liked Mirre's, Buloght's and Filax's.
Now we will see who move on to the next round  !yus!
What is the estimated time needed for the judging?
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: AlexHW on February 05, 2007, 08:44:04 am
Awesome submitions everyone, this may be tough to judge :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Mirre on February 05, 2007, 08:45:45 am
I am a bit disappointed. I had hoped for some competition... hell, anything would've done. I really made an effort with my monster.

It is really cool to see everyone's entries though. You guys are amazing! These are some really nice pieces of pixelart, seems as if everyone really went over the top and did their absolute best.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Blick on February 05, 2007, 09:07:52 am
Xion and BOB was definitely the pairing that everyone seemed to be looking forward to, and now it seems it was for good reason. Love the fabric, Xion, but is the detail enough to beat BOB's lively character? I'm dying to know.

I like GOODNIGHTdestroyer's entry as well, so vibrant and a neat bunch of textures squeezed in it. Probably my favorite of all the entries.

I really seemed to have underestimated some of you, there are some entries here that blow my shit away.

Haha, I had noticed that a lot of people used a bunch of purple hues and then I saw your hidden text there, Rydin, and thought it was a funny coincidence that you not only didn't use purple, but then made a note of it.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Ensellitis on February 05, 2007, 09:23:40 am
you could always take the first round as the dedication round as well...  every comp will have people not make the deadline, and since this one has different stages, the first one kinda weeds out those who aren't going to participate
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Rerg1 on February 05, 2007, 10:53:18 am
How long do we still have?

Mine can be finished today.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Opacus on February 05, 2007, 10:57:07 am
How long do we still have?

Mine can be finished today.
The deadline was...yesterday -.-

EDIT: Just noticed, my colours look SO much like Akzidenz's! They are nearly the same! Even the background colour, haha.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: snake on February 05, 2007, 11:59:35 am
Nice turnout. Really like yours Mirre. Simple yet appealing design. Where did Ryona run off to... was looking forward to the result.

A lot of unique styles on show here. A bit surprised how many of them turned out sprite-like. Wasn't expecting that. There are some pretty close ties so it'll be interesting to see what happens once the votes are in. Too bad some people came up short, but it was bound to happen to somebody I guess.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: SolidIdea on February 05, 2007, 12:04:32 pm
I'm really loving the entries! This competition will be a feast to the eyes! Good luck and great work everyone.  ;D
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Greenwing on February 05, 2007, 12:17:34 pm
wounderful!

i already downloaded the chart and marked the ones i think is going further =) its not easy to decide in a few duels.
It will be fun to see if i am right or not =P
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Ensellitis on February 05, 2007, 12:31:18 pm
i saved my picks for winners as well...  but im not to sure now, all of the entries are top of the line!
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: Souly on February 05, 2007, 12:31:42 pm
Damn, so many no-shows. Ryona, Delgneith, Mod, Souly, Rerg1, and Godslayer.

Who's Punky?
I was not a no-show.
I = Punky.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: The B.O.B. on February 05, 2007, 01:24:20 pm
DUEL 7
The B.O.B. VS Xion Night
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v300/flaber/pixelator/duel7.png)

   Haha! What the hell is up with my portrait?! It looks as if I'm the phantom of the opera. Uhm, when you ever you get back, could you fix that Flaber? The original and normal portrait is actually still in the tourney template. I wonder how and why this one turned out like that? Transparency issue or something...
   Wow, Buloght, Snake, and Goodnight Destroyer's pieces are absolutely delicious. I can't comprehend how you guys made such awesome stuff with such a small space! Filax, I love the gorilla-esque portrait. Pk "Mayday" mays, that there, that there is tight. No way it was half-assed.

I agree, some of these are gonna be tough to judge.
Feelings will be hurt, dreams will be crushed,
and Cinderella stories will arise later,
in the BATTLE FOR THE VICTORIOUS PIXELATOR!

  P.S. Oh, and Xion Night, that is beautiful. The drapery is delicious. And once again, the extra character, or woman, doesn't add a handicap whatsoever. It wouldn't have been the same without it. Once again, good luck. Our fate is in the hands of the judges now.(slips $20 under the table to each judge...)
Title: Re: Pixelator: Challenge 1
Post by: ZoSo on February 05, 2007, 01:31:49 pm
well i might aswell make me a icon to.. Here, could't really come up with something else. .And did't want to make a face like everyone else :P.

(http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/8981/guitar7lr.png)

I made a potrait :O. Guess you missed my post :).

(http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/8981/guitar7lr.png)

Edit : My piece was 100x110?? Wtf O_o, i tough i double checked.. oh man.. How did that happend :O.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Mirre on February 05, 2007, 01:57:47 pm
snake: thank you! I really like yours as well. The ransparence effect of those umm... tentacles is really cool. I also like the colour choices (especially the green in the background and the toning on the floor).

Oh, and I have no idea what happened to Ryona. At the start of the challenge she sent me a PM wishing me good luck, and told me that she'd go all out on me. Seems the last time she logged in was Feb 2... maybe she has computer troubles?
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Larwick on February 05, 2007, 02:41:35 pm
Man.. some lush stuff here, and quite a few close matchups.

You know what, those who were on the 'waiting list' should have made stuff too! Then when people failed to get their entries in, they could have been replaced.  :hehe:
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: 9_6 on February 05, 2007, 02:47:41 pm
I like Buloghts, Mirres and Snakes entrys the most.
Man Delgneith what was wrong? That's no true victory for me.
I could have won by submitting a simple stick figure monster like that :P
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Helm on February 05, 2007, 02:52:19 pm
I finished my rating and critique, should I just post it here?
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Zach on February 05, 2007, 03:00:22 pm
mmm pk, snake, and filax

topppp notch yo
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Filax_666 on February 05, 2007, 03:22:56 pm
Amazing stuff, everyone. I was expecting something awesome from Delgneith, I'm so sad he didn't submit anything :'(  I really like Evil-Ville's, GND's, Buloght's and PK Mays ones :y:

Quote from: Helm
I finished my rating and critique, should I just post it here?
Oh, please, do it ;D

EDIT: Yeah, forgot to mention that I was also looking forward to Godslyer's entry...it would surely have been awesome.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: pkmays on February 05, 2007, 03:25:37 pm
Oh wow, top tier work everyone. There's no way I'll make it past round 2 if I dick around again.

I'm most impressed with Buloght's entry. Great colors, style, and readability.

And yeah, I was lucky mine came out looking anywhere near decent, and even more lucky I didn't get beasted by Godslayer. If it weren't for Pro Motion's dirty tools, the whole piece would have ended up like the hand and left ear in the current one. I'm gonna finish this, simply so I can look myself in the mirror when I wake up each morning.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 05, 2007, 03:40:21 pm
Wowowoww. All of the entries are amazing. It really does seem like this competition made us all try are very best.

So last night an hour before the deadline I saved my piece as a JPEG, I was so lucky I had saved it earlier under a different name. But I still lost a lot of work I had done on the skull. :(

I love 9_6's entry so much. Probably my favorite.

And Khris, yours is really great. This is going to be a tough duel.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Helm on February 05, 2007, 03:48:51 pm
Snake vs Opacus:

Snake does a few very difficult things here. First of all, liquid translucency. Then, a full scene, not a sprite. Finally, he adds 'speedlines' that make this amazingly dynamic-looking. To top it all off, the character design, as bizzare as it is, it's also extremely novel. This is an all-around amazing entry, suffering if anything from a palette that could be made to work better in places and a few rough spots in thers of AA.

Opacus suprized me with his entry, as it is quite alright. Hue-shifting in effect, a dynamic post, good aa and light-dependent outlines most of places, sadly an underdeveloped lower body that doesn't seem to be able to withstand its top, and a lack of refinement of the detail work mar this a bit. It's a competent entry, sadly for the purposes of this duel, it cannot compete with snake's wardrobe jelly monster.

Winner: Snake

Delgneith VS 9_6

Delgneiths entry is underwhelming. I find the sparseness of the design taken a bit too far, and the palette is far too monochromatic. It could use some hue-shifting. Sadly this isn't the only invisible monster in this compo, so we can't talk about originality either. I expected more from Delgneith.

9_6's entry is very cute. There's a few issues with lightsource, and the 'to-dark' shadows don't appeal to me. The design is good, however, and so is the pixel arty polish. With a bit more attention paid to AA and coloring this would be one of my favorourite entries thus far.

9_6's psychic slug destroys Delgenith's invisible stalker.

Akzidenz vs SolidIdea

Akzidenz's monster design is lovable. However the pixel technique suffers in places. First of all, AA seems to not be even attempted at most places. The artist should use more shades where he needs them to smooth things out. The background is stylized and interesting, the forms of the beast pleasing, but it needs a lot of pixel-art polish.

Solididea's lawyer shark is a good pun, and the design is pretty okay. I think he needs hands, or at least less malformed fins though. While this wins in terms of pixel art application (though not by lots) the design is a bit underwhelming and seems unfinished in places. Broken outlines don't help!

This is a very close match. I have to hand it over to Akzidenz but a small margin due to more interesting design. If he'd like to survive in further rounds he should hone his pixel artistry foremost.

Lawrence VS Evil-Ville

Lawrence's evil tree has a few things going for it. First of all, amazing pixel artistry, as almost always with Lawrence. Sadly, this piece seems dejavu-ish, and that sorta hurts it in my opinion. I'd love to see Lawrence stepping outside his comfort zone of dark-scenes with secondary lightsource and trees and whatnot. Still, not much fault can be found with his lush lighting and great rendering.

Evil-ville's piece suffers from bad ramping (shade closest to black is too dark) which makes the detail and clarity of the piece suffer, also from anatomy errors. It has nice lightsourceing, although again in the vein that Ville has accustomed us on. There's confusion on what's going on with the face. The design isn't as strong as it'd have to be to win. Cleaner-reading art and more daring choices would probably have to occur.

I have to hand this one over to Lawrence's grinning tree, although not by far. I hope to see more innovation and risk-taking by him in later rounds.

Ryona vs Mirre

Ryona's invisible entry again seems rushed and forced. More effort should be put into it, I feel. Also, I don't want to stress a point, but do we really need the T&A fanservice on this? I mean, okay, it's half-woman, but do we have to see everything? A few points substracted for fan-service trickery.

Mirre's piece is great. It's both cute and well-pixelled. Reminds me of a cthulhoid lesser servitor race or something. Lovable detail. The dithering is a bit too uniform under the neck, but lovely tentacle shading, and the ground is a nice extra touch for not too many extra colors. It seems like it's waving hello, not wanting to have much of a fight. It wants friends to play with, sadly it has a petrifying gaze which makes rock statues out of all potential friends. It's very sad.

Lesser Race of Yith makes yet another statue out of Ryona's half-naked invisible zebra girl, and remains forever lonely :(

Khris vs Goodnightdestroyer

Khris' entry suffers from anatomy (really small legs, chest not wide as needed) harsh lightning without antialias to smooth it out and a underwhelming design, I feel. It has a few interesting color choices going for it, plus some good detailing on the face, but it's not enough. It looks bite-sized against Goodnight's BRAINMAW OF CYBER and as such it is hastily devoured, which is a shame.

Speaking of which. METAL LEGS PROPEL THE POWER OF THE CRACHLING MAW OF DEATH. TO DESTROY! TO DESTROY. This is a hilariously awesome entry, though I feel some more aa and a bit less burny shades towards the red would make this even better. Not much I can say about the design, it's realyl fun and it looks like it wants to eat all other entries alive, which is what should be going on, damn it. Just don't let it meet the lesser race of yith otherwise it'll also become a statue :( Perhaps the inside of the mouth should have a texture and not pure blackness. Nonetheless, this COLLAPSES AND CRUSHES THE OPPOSITION

B.O.B. vs Xion Night

This is very close.

BOB's piece has a nice, novel design going for it. It has good, interesting shading.

Xion's piece has a nice, novel design going for it. It has good, interesting shading.

BOB's piece not so much suffers from anatomy as it avoids it. However not to an unpleasant degree. Xion's piece has issues with anatomy (the legs mostly, the pecks too) so BOB has a slliiiight edge here.

BOB's piece suffers from broken-outlinage to deth. Xion's doesn't. Xion gets a small edge. Again pretty much even so far.

BOB gets a few points for attempting interlace dithering, but just in one place and it's well-known that if you dither in one place in a pic, you better dither in others too to keep the balance. Xion doesn't interlace, but his dithers are very effective, and he does very nice tints on the stone slab with them. Very slight advantage to Xion on this one.

AA is better on Xion, though he still has issues.

I have to hand this to Xion for an extremely small margin. If BOB worked on his more, finalized it more he would have won.

MOD vs Feron

MOD, monkeys are an overdone cliche, nobody laughs at them anymore. Pirate monkeys is going too far. CYBERNETIC PIRATE MONKEYS... give me a break. CYBERNETIC INVISIBLE NINJA PIRATE MONKEYS... you're disqualified due to memetic overload.

Feron's piece reeks of Henk Nieborg. Which is a good thing. I really like this entry though I feel a little more could be done with making the floor mesh better, and the anatomy of the beastie is suffering on the legs a bit. But nice palette, a very foreboding atmosphere too. I salute you for making your piece actually eerie. Your green beast crushes cybernetic monkeys under hooves. Move to next round.

Souly vs ZoSo

This is again a close one for me. Both pieces could have better pixel art technique, though Zoso comes a bit on top in terms of aa and color mixing. The two lightsources, though a bit amateurish, are way more daring than Souly's uniform, almost blanket-shaded lightsource. There's no need to have the palette in the final, piece, ZoSo. I like Souly's design more than ZoSo's, but it's underutilized I feel. ZoSo wins, but if he wants to keep going, he must do better than barely survive a round. He must conquer with satanic might as his name suggests.

Snader vs Mccow28

Snader's piece has painfully straight ramps. It's however well-pixelled. The design is fun. The animation servicable for the subject matter and I love the little old dude. How did you know that I love old dudes? Are you trying to bribe me?! A bit more smooth aa in places could help. It's a very solid entry.

Mccow's entry is hilarious. I just want to print this out and put it on my wall. The pixelling is competent, although extremely two-dimensional, the creature seems paper-thin. The color selection is outdated (purple shadows) but workswell enough for this piece. I love this piece to death but quirky design and good dithering cannot overcome Snader's more fully-realized pic, plus old man.

Snader triumphs. I am sorry Mccow. I love this but... but!

Rerg1 vs Buloght

Rerg, your design is inconsistent, difficult to read and you suffer from anatomy errors. Plus, don't antialias the contours of a sprite with the main colors when it's against white, what the hell? Also, do we need all that dead white space around the image? Being invisible doesn't help. Disappointing.

Buloght's piece is one of the better in this compo. Cool design -though it seems a bit thrown together in places- robust shading, nice background and floor, really likeable. I don't like the black selout on the ear and the almost mono palette, but he very easily conquers Rerg's...thing and seems very prospective towards next rounds. Congrats, Buloght.

Takam vs Scidt

Takam's design is solid, though I dunno if it's his. He's shown sadly, a great propensity towards mindless copying from design and games from companies etc. I hope this isn't from some Zelda game or something again. Good rendering, good colors, very dynamic pose. Also, cute. Seems it could be worked more, but for the purposes of this duel it's enough. Hope next rounds produce more worked stuff.

Scidt's piece has the shiny evil occult going for it, but sadly it suffers in terms of color selection, rendering, anatomy, and pixel techniques. Therefore it's a good idea that needs to be taken back to the drawing board before it can win against practised pixellers like Takam. I really like the gaze the dude has though, generally, I'm sold on the mood, but the technique sells this short.

Takam wins.

Rydin vs Blick

This turned out to be a match made in heaven.

Rydin's character, though a shade is a bit wasted, is hilarious and lovable. It's also different and generally the coloring choice makes it very pleasant to look at.

Blick is a veteran of the boards, and though his piece is a bit minimal, the pixel technique is spot-on. I like the clever play on 'monster', originality counts for a lot.

Between the two, Blick knows pixels best. But he sells his artistry short here due to how minimal the rendering is on his piece. Rydin can learn a lot about technique, but the color selection is daring, and it's just fun to look at. If I could, I'd have to keep you both in the compo (I'd rather new piece from you than all these invisible entries). If we CAN keep you both, that'd be great. Otherwise, Blick wins for VERY LITTLE because overall, the design he attempted is more difficult to pull off successfully.

Kubol vs Sherman Gill

Kubol's piece doesn't have much going for it in terms of pixel technique. The design is cute. Sherman's piece suffers from bad aa, nonsmooh shading and generally underwhelming design. This is a close one, not because of good reasons. From the two, Kubol wins because he's doing more things and doing them a bit better. If he wants to survive next rounds he needs to step it up, though.

Godslayer vs Pkmays

I wished Godslayer would have submitted an entry.

Pkmays' piece is hilarious and all sorts of awesome for 100x100. The pixelling is rough and could have a few hours of cleaning. The colors are strong. This is a very good entry that deserved opposition by something other than the invisible brigade. Next round, pkmays... next round.

Filax666 vs Stwelin

Filax earns the 666 in his name with this one, as it is positively nightmarish and satanic. It is also however, borrowing technique from ahem, other pixel artists, and Filax has a long history of doing that. He should stop it, it's not very flattering for him, as he can do better on his own strengths. The face is very well designed and rendered. I'd be absolutely horrified if I saw this in the middle of the night, hovering slowly towards me, mumbling esoteric prophecies through its glowing mouth. Very good, aesthetic appeals to me. Just stop doing what other people do in terms of pixel art.

Stwelin's piece suffers from bad technique most of all. It's a solid entry in terms of design, though not very threatening a monster. This simply seems like it needed more time to be done, really. The floating skull destroys you, but due to your own lack of polish mostly, Stwelin.


ChrisDaPixelMan's entry is not very good. But it defeats all the invisible entries anyway.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Opacus on February 05, 2007, 03:53:41 pm
Hehe, I didn't excpect to win, but the fact you were surprised by my entry still makes me quite satisfied with the result :)
Congrats to all winners.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Helm on February 05, 2007, 04:07:50 pm
Wait, wait! I need to make it perfectly clear that the people I nominate for winning aren't the final winners! There's more judges that will post their critique soon. I'm just one of them! Don't get ahead of yourselves.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: ZoSo on February 05, 2007, 04:10:28 pm
Hehe what do you mean with "conquer with satanic might as his name suggests." :P

Anyway, thanks Helm. I know mine were a bit shitty and could have been allot better. If i win through this round you will for sure see something allot more stunning. I promise you that, this piece was just bad becouse of lack of time.. and i blame myself for starting doing it so late. Anyway thanks again :).
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: SolidIdea on February 05, 2007, 04:14:36 pm
Solididea's lawyer shark is a good pun, and the design is pretty okay. I think he needs hands, or at least less malformed fins though. While this wins in terms of pixel art application (though not by lots) the design is a bit underwhelming and seems unfinished in places. Broken outlines don't help!

Broken outlines FTL!

But hmm, where and what is this broken outline? (I lack the pixel talk understandment and/or english)

Thanks for the critics Helm.
---
Anyway, good job Akzidenz!
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Larwick on February 05, 2007, 04:16:00 pm
Thankyou for that Helm, was very enjoyable to read. Was quite surprised by some of your decisions, but was mostly agreeable.  :y:
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Helm on February 05, 2007, 04:16:42 pm
ZoSo is the name a certain person in a certain band got by a certain satanic figure of authority.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Akzidenz on February 05, 2007, 04:18:48 pm
Ugh, I was embarassed with my entry last night and I'm even more embarassed now. If I make it past the first round, I gotta stop procrastinating, y'all are serious.

Totally beautiful work, everyone. I'm in awe.  :'(

(oh, and Solid Idea, it's not over yet - Helm's just one of the judges  :))
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: 9_6 on February 05, 2007, 04:20:26 pm
Delgneith VS 9_6
9_6's entry is very cute. There's a few issues with lightsource, and the 'to-dark' shadows don't appeal to me. The design is good, however, and so is the pixel arty polish. With a bit more attention paid to AA and coloring this would be one of my favorourite entries thus far.

I agree with the lightsource issues, I just see that the head of it would need to be darker amongst other stuff but I have stared at it for too long now so I will just leave it as it is.
What's wrong with the AA? I've spent a long time smoothing this out and thought I didn't do too bad.
I was also quite fond of the yellow-green-red colours... (anything but purple :P)

But yeah... I'm glad I survived the attack of that invisible... thing... ;)
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Helm on February 05, 2007, 04:24:38 pm
Mainly the swirly pattern in the snail residence, also over the eye that line needs more aa, tendrills of the psy-eyes over their background of shell, that sort of thing.

The colors are not bad at all, but their shading seems to go too fast towards very dark shades, makes me think of flash photography contrast, which I don't think suits this one.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: D39 on February 05, 2007, 04:24:58 pm
Awesome, Helm. That was fun to read  :).

I agree with you on everything but duel 13 and 14. 

I just think Rydin should have won because it looks alot better, but I'm sure you're right about the technique superiority in Blick's. 

As for Kubol's, it looks lackluster to me design-wise.  Reminds me too much of a certain hopping video game character, and the outlines in it add alot of ugliness to the piece.  Sherman's just looks cool. And much more menacing as a monster.

Great entries everyone! I look forward to watching the rest of this.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Feron on February 05, 2007, 04:35:28 pm
Quote
Feron's piece reeks of Henk Nieborg. Which is a good thing. I really like this entry though I feel a little more could be done with making the floor mesh better, and the anatomy of the beastie is suffering on the legs a bit. But nice palette, a very foreboding atmosphere too. I salute you for making your piece actually eerie.

Henk = God.  Anatomy has never been my strong point, i will probably add wings and extend the canvas before i submit it over at Pj.  Thanks for the kind words.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: shaheen on February 05, 2007, 04:39:25 pm
Man, I should have done a bigger piece. And I agree, big time LOLS on the anatomy for mine. I was rushing to fix a problem I saw and ended up making the legs look terrible.

No doubt, though, I'll be improving this later tonight when I get home.

And maybe start working on the other 5 ideas that I rejected whilst coming up with this one...
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: ZoSo on February 05, 2007, 04:43:27 pm
ZoSo is the name a certain person in a certain band got by a certain satanic figure of authority.

Led Zeppelin?.. Jimmy Page? O_o.. If you mean that band, i dont think it has something to do with satan. If your refering to another band.. well then. Thats not what my name means xD.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Opacus on February 05, 2007, 04:45:14 pm
Wait, wait! I need to make it perfectly clear that the people I nominate for winning aren't the final winners! There's more judges that will post their critique soon. I'm just one of them! Don't get ahead of yourselves.
Well, with all those advanced techniques he used, I don't think I really do stand a realistic chance against Snake. His techniques are just far more refined then mine, he has much more experience. It's not all that odd I lose to him.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Gunne on February 05, 2007, 04:59:55 pm
first of all, great entries everyone. These are very amusing to watch at! Good job on them! :y:
Like many others said this is a very nervous breaking activity and I'm already sitting tight for the next round!!

Secondly, Helm I loved the way you judged the pieces, especially the parts about the invisible entries were tasty food for the mind (and laughs)

And finally, Good luck to all the contestants in judgement and the upcoming rounds

Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Helm on February 05, 2007, 05:02:30 pm
http://www.straightdope.com/mailbag/mledzeppelin.html
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: AlexHW on February 05, 2007, 06:12:31 pm
i'm waiting for flaber's pm incase there is any exact way we must rate them.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Kubol on February 05, 2007, 06:18:30 pm
Kubol vs Sherman Gill

Kubol's piece doesn't have much going for it in terms of pixel technique.

 :) I don't understand this but only becouse my english is not good enough  :huh: please explain  :y:
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Souly on February 05, 2007, 06:20:19 pm
He means it's too simple.
Much too plain.

Not a lot to look at.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Filax_666 on February 05, 2007, 06:40:17 pm
I cannot, Helm, it is too imbued in me by now :( I'll try different (and hopefully more personal) aproaches on my next pieces. I just don't know to whom your vote is going on my duel though...
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Rerg1 on February 05, 2007, 06:42:10 pm
(http://img170.imageshack.us/img170/9070/conctionjy1.png)

I'm still going to try to finsih it.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Filax_666 on February 05, 2007, 06:44:36 pm
(http://img170.imageshack.us/img170/9070/conctionjy1.png)

I'm still going to try to finsih it.

Reminds me of Arzach.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Rerg1 on February 05, 2007, 06:46:29 pm
. . . who's that?
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Filax_666 on February 05, 2007, 06:54:41 pm
http://www.teslogos.com/logos/Big-Logos/Sport/Football/Foot-Equateur/Arzach%20mini-bust.jpg

You can find better images.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Helm on February 05, 2007, 07:02:48 pm
Filax, my vote is for your piece.

Alex is right to wait, I guess maybe I should have also but I had an opening of time today which I wouldn't have tomorrow or the day after so I decided I might as well go for it now.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Cow on February 05, 2007, 08:09:41 pm
Thanks for the comments, Helm. :) I noticed it was retardedly flat after I finished. :lol:

Nice work, guys.

Except the people who didn't submit. >: (
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Rerg1 on February 05, 2007, 08:11:51 pm
I kinda did.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: ZoSo on February 05, 2007, 08:21:06 pm
http://www.straightdope.com/mailbag/mledzeppelin.html

My friend, dont believe everything you hear or read :). Thats plain bullshit, some might believe it but i don't.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Helm on February 05, 2007, 08:25:20 pm
I was joking, I don't care or believe anything about LZ, and we don't know each other well enough to be friends, so let's not talk about marriage just yet.

Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: ZoSo on February 05, 2007, 08:35:08 pm
I was joking, I don't care or believe anything about LZ, and we don't know each other well enough to be friends, so let's not talk about marriage just yet.



Will you marry me?

Yea, and were getting a bit off-topic to :o. So dont smite me lord Hat, i mean Helm :).
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Evil-Ville on February 05, 2007, 08:57:25 pm
Reading that made me realise how bad the piece really is. Time to finally break out of my comfort zone I guess.

By the way, I am going to make entries for the later rounds even if I lose. :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: The B.O.B. on February 05, 2007, 09:26:03 pm
(http://img170.imageshack.us/img170/9070/conctionjy1.png)

I'm still going to try to finsih it.

I commend you on at least finishing the race, Rerg1. At least you're trying, despite the fact that it's a late entry. Very honorable trait.  :y:
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Stwelin on February 05, 2007, 09:35:05 pm
I accept that critique for all it's worth. I feel i could have done a better job. But as i said before i would probably serve as a stepping stone.

edit: mrrp, that is, not for lack of trying, i did put effort into this, i just have certain spectacular weaknesses.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Evil-Ville on February 05, 2007, 10:13:01 pm
Tried to make my entry a bit better, just for fun. I should have done it when I had 2 weeks extra time.

(http://img124.imageshack.us/img124/5549/monster2wg9.png)
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Helm on February 05, 2007, 10:16:05 pm
This is a lot better. Left arm still too small compared to the right.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Kubol on February 05, 2007, 10:58:23 pm
Kubol vs Sherman Gill

Kubol's piece doesn't have much going for it in terms of pixel technique. The design is cute. Sherman's piece suffers from bad aa, nonsmooh shading and generally underwhelming design. This is a close one, not because of good reasons. From the two, Kubol wins because he's doing more things and doing them a bit better. If he wants to survive next rounds he needs to step it up, though.

He means it's too simple.
Much too plain.

Not a lot to look at.

As for Kubol's, it looks lackluster to me design-wise.  Reminds me too much of a certain hopping video game character, and the outlines in it add alot of ugliness to the piece.  Sherman's just looks cool. And much more menacing as a monster.

Well... like I said before I just start making pixel-art and I think maybe it's too early for me to be a part of that kind of competition... I don't want to steal somebody's place if I'm so bad maybe  I should quit? I wish to say to everyone - GOOD LUCK!!!
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 05, 2007, 11:07:22 pm
I honestly think Kubol won out of the two. His is cleaner, and the composition is better. It's just got more going for it. If I were a judge he'd have my vote.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Feron on February 05, 2007, 11:10:06 pm
It sucks winning by default.  i mean i put a lot of effort in - and for what?  i coulda just drawn a piece of shit and got through.  i know the point of this comp is to make the best pixels, im just a little pissed off my competitor didn't even do anything to challenge me.

There were also about 3 guys wanting to compete but didn't get a place, yet all those who signed up and failed to create ANYTHING just wasted everyones time.  You should be ashamed of yourselves.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: 9_6 on February 05, 2007, 11:12:04 pm
Welcome to the club :P
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: SCiDT on February 05, 2007, 11:13:16 pm
At least think of it like this, you know that your next competitor is serious about making sprites, so you'll have real competition!

Good luck to all in the next round :) It's  been fun.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: MoD on February 05, 2007, 11:15:21 pm
I'm sorry, Feron. I was really busy and planned to do it on saturday, but my sister was using the computer to fill out a college application for the entire day. I thought I might be able to finish something quick today after school but the submission period was over. I can't believe I couldn't find enough time to get it done in 2 weeks. Sorry, man.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Feron on February 05, 2007, 11:20:46 pm
I'm sorry, Feron. I was really busy and planned to do it on saturday, but my sister was using the computer to fill out a college application for the entire day. I thought I might be able to finish something quick today after school but the submission period was over. I can't believe I couldn't find enough time to get it done in 2 weeks. Sorry, man.

you still coulda let one of the judges know 24 hours in advance - that woulda been enough for one of the others guys to step in.

Helm (and other judges) : how about you chose an overall winner from each round,  would be interesting to see if the winner of round 1 wins the overall thing.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Xion on February 05, 2007, 11:31:32 pm
Helm (and other judges) : how about you chose an overall winner from each round,  would be interesting to see if the winner of round 1 wins the overall thing.
I don't think that's a good idea.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 05, 2007, 11:56:28 pm
Me either.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Ensellitis on February 06, 2007, 01:00:00 am
i third...  there should be a minimal of favoritism, imo.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Sherman Gill on February 06, 2007, 01:25:26 am
Outlook grim!


Helm, if I may ask, is there anything specifically wrong with my AA, besides it having some... stupid errors?
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: flaber on February 06, 2007, 01:29:08 am
Just sent out a PM talking to the judges
Should get the results up shortly.

We arnt going to say who the overall winner was, or anything of the sort.
This is just an elimination competition. Not a grading / ranking challenge.
All that will be said is who moves on and who doesnt.

Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 06, 2007, 01:47:46 am
I think the next challenge should start in the next couple days. I'm anxious.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: .TakaM on February 06, 2007, 02:23:27 am
Takam vs Scidt

Takam's design is solid, though I dunno if it's his. He's shown sadly, a great propensity towards mindless copying from design and games from companies etc. I hope this isn't from some Zelda game or something again. Good rendering, good colors, very dynamic pose. Also, cute. Seems it could be worked more, but for the purposes of this duel it's enough. Hope next rounds produce more worked stuff.
heheh, no need to worry, the only thing that came close to this being in some game was me considering making it into an enemy for twinsen :P thanks helm :)

and a big thanks to scidt for competing ;)
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Blick on February 06, 2007, 02:38:17 am
Quote
is there anything specifically wrong with my AA, besides it having some... stupid errors?
I think you could have improved it with some more colors. The max color limit was 32 and you used 5, I think. It's a big jump between each step (especially on the lightest color) which makes it look unfinished. You have some chunky jagged spots in your outline, which are then anti-aliased, which only makes them chunkier. I think you should have cleaned your lines up more, made the palette consist of more than one ramp, perhaps put your monster in a more active pose and, again, it would've benefited from a smoother ramp by adding more colors.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Godslayer on February 06, 2007, 03:23:06 am
I'm gonna cry.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Xion on February 06, 2007, 03:31:48 am
You better have something to show, GS.

Or else.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Godslayer on February 06, 2007, 03:34:19 am
Kill me.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Froli on February 06, 2007, 05:04:27 am
So this are the results! great work guys
My top 5 in no particular order

snake
mirre
buloght
GOODNIGHTdestroyer
pkmays

I'm feeling jealous that I didn't join the contest and missed out something big.  This is really fun  :(

Oh yeah, awesome judging helm. It's fun, well detailed, uplifting the spirits? way of criticizing each piece.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Gnarf on February 06, 2007, 07:26:48 am
Wow, kickass!  I should have visited when sign ups were going on. :[

Great work all.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Ryona on February 06, 2007, 07:49:28 am
I am a bit disappointed. I had hoped for some competition... hell, anything would've done. I really made an effort with my monster.

Oh, and I have no idea what happened to Ryona. At the start of the challenge she sent me a PM wishing me good luck, and told me that she'd go all out on me. Seems the last time she logged in was Feb 2... maybe she has computer troubles?

I'm so terribly sorry, Mirre!  :(
I didn't manage my time well on the first week, and when I was about to get serious in the second week, I got extremely busy (which is extremely good for a freelancer!)

Again, I'm really sorry. It totally sucks that I was missing in action. I would have really enjoyed the bump and grind between us. I guess I'll be checking out the tournament outside the battle arena now.

(http://img259.imageshack.us/img259/3123/loseph6.png)

I'm totally behind you now, Mirre! Best of luck! Become the champ!  ;D

And remember...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v358/Ryou-chan4ever/Youcandoit.gif)


And this pretty much eliminates the all nude girl-on-girl wrestling. *weeps*

Sorry about that too.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Sherman Gill on February 06, 2007, 07:54:29 am
And this pretty much eliminates the all nude girl-on-girl wrestling. *weeps*
Sorry about that too.
Not good enough ;).
Oh look, a pit full of mud over there!


And thanks, Blick. I appreciate your critique.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Rerg1 on February 06, 2007, 08:48:00 am
I feel like such an idiot for not finishing it  :mean:
 :'(
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: SCiDT on February 06, 2007, 09:24:16 am
Ok guys I think were milking a dead topic honestly.

Anyway just wanted to update helm on the pic, hope he likes this better? I didnt really understand the advice I got ??? But then again I am not a good pixler... yet.

(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/SCiDT/PAEntry.png)     OLD
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/SCiDT/PAEntry13.png) NEW

WIP for all that are interested. :)

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/SCiDT/wip.gif
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Stwelin on February 06, 2007, 02:36:51 pm
Ok guys I think were milking a dead topic honestly.

Just waiting for the other judges, really...
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Feron on February 06, 2007, 07:00:54 pm
damn, i just realised i'll be up against the B.O.B. or Xion for the next round.   :'(

any news on the results, and date of the next round?
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: SCiDT on February 06, 2007, 07:03:26 pm
I think were waiting for the rest of the judges.

After they decide on all the winners they will probably create the next round.  ???
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Ryumaru on February 06, 2007, 08:10:09 pm
damn i wished i signed up for this.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: flaber on February 07, 2007, 01:18:47 am
Just waiting for Indigo.
Next challenge has already been decided

Im planning to do some quick crits/comments on each of the battles too
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: SCiDT on February 07, 2007, 06:43:46 am
Im planning to do some quick crits/comments on each of the battles too

Yes PLEASE!  ;D
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Indigo on February 07, 2007, 06:49:44 am
working late tonight.  I'll hand in my scores tomorrow.  Great entries everybody!
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Blick on February 07, 2007, 06:51:42 am
You're busting my balls here, Indigo. BUSTING. MY. BALLS.

I'm so eager to know the judges results.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: SCiDT on February 07, 2007, 07:30:43 am
At least we know  ;D AWESOME!  :D
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Mirre on February 07, 2007, 10:38:52 am
Umm... isn't Alex going to judge too ???
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Feron on February 07, 2007, 01:33:21 pm
Umm... isn't Alex going to judge too ???

yeah, but he's kept his private, unlike helm.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: ndchristie on February 07, 2007, 02:13:43 pm
awe, too bad i couldnt get in on this. oh well, its not like i have time to pixel anymore anyway >.<

the entries so far look great, hopefully it will only get better in the later rounds :P
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: snader on February 07, 2007, 06:30:53 pm
helm - my ramps are painfully straight. damn you're right... i was focusing too much on not using green for a change i think =( will do better. promise.
as for the old man. i thought goat. old goat. old man. bribe!

i'm so hoping me and souly can go up against eachother next round. and if not i'll commemorate him somehow.

and opacus. you surprised me too. your monster is above level of some of the other contestants (plus omg green) and i didnt quite think you ware capable. we've severely underestimated your abilities, my fellow artist. or was this all just a sharade?

i demand that the empty entries still be filled by the contestants!  (i want femfemwrestling damnit!)
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Opacus on February 07, 2007, 06:55:43 pm
helm - my ramps are painfully straight. damn you're right... i was focusing too much on not using green for a change i think =( will do better. promise.
as for the old man. i thought goat. old goat. old man. bribe!

i'm so hoping me and souly can go up against eachother next round. and if not i'll commemorate him somehow.

and opacus. you surprised me too. your monster is above level of some of the other contestants (plus omg green) and i didnt quite think you ware capable. we've severely underestimated your abilities, my fellow artist. or was this all just a sharade?

i demand that the empty entries still be filled by the contestants!  (i want femfemwrestling damnit!)
Thanks alot Snader, that's very pleasent to hear.
I will try to keep up that level of pixel art, if not make it better. Well, certainly make it better.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: The B.O.B. on February 08, 2007, 06:05:10 am
Is any one else burning with anticipation whether or not we'll see the judges choices/results within the near midnight hour? Seriously though, I can't hold it in much longer. I'm going to piss myself.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Blick on February 08, 2007, 06:19:09 am
I haven't gone outside today. Well, I live in my place of work, so that's not uncommon for me. BUT STILL. I've been waiting all day for the results.
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: flaber on February 08, 2007, 06:25:37 am
still no sign of indigos results.

Im also about 1/2way through my crits for each duel.
next challenge is going to be an interesting one. im even excited :)
Title: Re: Pixelator: DUEL MATCHUPS
Post by: Indigo on February 08, 2007, 06:55:29 am
scores sent in.  I'll write up my crits tomorrow
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: flaber on February 08, 2007, 08:21:02 am
Results are in.
I just updated the battle map, so now you can see who is the winner and who duels who next.
I also have the winners listed below by each individual battle.

Congrations to all who won.
This was a great round. Alot of effort was put in by everyone who submitted. Saw quite a few good images from people that i wasnt expecting. Its nice to see everyone putting effort in.
Good job again to all.

--
I will post up challenge 2 tomorrow.
This way it can give most people aquick peek first to see if they move on or not. (also its late for me, and i dont feel like writing it up).
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: Blick on February 08, 2007, 08:26:29 am
Woot! Can't wait for the new challenge. I hope it's nothing that'll focus on my weaknesses. (please, nothing mechanical...)
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: Panda on February 08, 2007, 08:27:24 am
I think that the battle map would be less confusing if the winners had the darker path.
But maybe it is just me.
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: Blick on February 08, 2007, 08:29:52 am
They can still see that their portrait is in the image, so I'm sure people will understand it. I didn't even notice the faded paths there until you mentioned it.

I'm looking forward to seeing Souly vs Snader, as well as Mirre vs GND.
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: Rerg1 on February 08, 2007, 08:33:20 am
(http://img391.imageshack.us/img391/2140/conctionjy1bq2.png)

Woot, update. If anyonecares.
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: Sherman Gill on February 08, 2007, 08:36:09 am
Shit man, I was worried to all hell that I would go down in the first round there.

Nice fight, Kubol. Good luck with your future endeavors.
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: AlexHW on February 08, 2007, 09:04:54 am
congrats to those who move on,
I enjoyed all the submitions and look forward to judging the future entries.
I will try to get around to critiqueing the entries when time allows. :y:
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: 9_6 on February 08, 2007, 10:53:36 am
You'll send the next challenge tomorrow?
Great tomorrow is the day I go to a vacation for 1 week.
I hope the time limit will be 2 weeks again.
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: Ensellitis on February 08, 2007, 02:03:47 pm
congrats to all the winners!  :y:
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: ZoSo on February 08, 2007, 02:08:13 pm
Aw i did't win, anyway it was fun :). I have hoping for getting to the next round but Souly did a nice job, so congratz and good luck :).
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: Souly on February 08, 2007, 02:51:19 pm
Aw i did't win, anyway it was fun :). I have hoping for getting to the next round but Souly did a nice job, so congratz and good luck :).
Oh man!
I had my doubts on who the winner would be on this one.
I'll deffinitly have to work on some of my weak points if I hope to make it in this competition.
But I for sure will have to do so if I plan on beating one of my sensei's (snader).
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: Xion on February 08, 2007, 06:11:47 pm
Grah!
Good show, B.O.O.B., congratulations, and make sure that my defeat wasn't in vain.
I'll get you next time! :)
*shakes hand*
*walks away dramatically*
..
...
....
.....
*pops up somewhere in the crowd and starts cheering*
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: Larwick on February 08, 2007, 07:13:50 pm
Congrats everyone, especially Souly!  :y: Can't wait for the battle against Snader.

Haven't actually checked out the list yet, so i'll go do that now. Nice work everyone, and even if you didn't win, there's always next time to settle scores..
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: 9_6 on February 08, 2007, 07:23:22 pm
Finally got to make my battle icon:

(http://img393.imageshack.us/img393/7545/96fd1.gif)
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: Souly on February 08, 2007, 07:24:14 pm
Congrats everyone, especially Souly!  :y: Can't wait for the battle against Snader.
Time to see if the student can defeat one of his teachers.  :D
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: Feron on February 08, 2007, 08:04:02 pm
When will the new challenge be posted up?; i suggest a new thread - this one has run its course.
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: GOODNIGHTdestroyer on February 08, 2007, 10:50:41 pm
I'm excited to face Mirre. Should be really fun.
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: Akira on February 09, 2007, 02:02:17 am
good job everyone. that was beautiful :'(. all except one of my picks made it through. man this challenge rocks. i'll have to get in on the next one fo' sho'.
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS
Post by: Rydin on February 09, 2007, 03:28:35 am
Sad smiley for not winning....though I never really expected such simple lines to win anyways.  Good luck to all who moved on, and Blick, you better go all the way now.
Title: Re: Pixelator: RESULTS (round 1)
Post by: flaber on February 09, 2007, 08:40:49 am
challenge 2 is posted
end of thread