Tarkus' Non-Transit Stuff

[Tarkus]

Yes, I'm taking the plunge into other areas of custom content creation now--but don't worry, I'm not going to stop transit stuff anytime soon.

Well, first things first, I've recently started messing around with terrain modding.  I have always been wanting to create the High Desert region of Northwestern US (which, if you're not familiar with the area, covers the most of eastern two-thirds or so of Oregon and Washington, spilling into a couple other states as well).  I've been a fan of cycledogg's (aka c.p.) mods and textures, but I felt that his desert mods were a little more suited to the Southwestern US, so I developed a new terrain controller file, using his existing textures.  So, without further adieu, I'd like to introduce the Wasco Terrain Mod.

Here it is at lower elevations.  (I'm using it with dogfight's Dark Igneous Rock Mod and Cool Blue Water Mod.)





And at higher elevations, with cycledogg's trees:





I've also started messing around with map-making as well.  This is a map which I've called Kettle, and it's a 6x4 map.  It's actually a little bit small for my preferences.   And the Wasco Terrain Mod was used in making this region overview shot as well.



-Alex (Tarkus)

[Pat]

Alex WoW, talk about stunning here!!! I like the terrian mod Wasco, and also the map...  I can't wait to see the further devolpment here.... 



Ps I know you would never dump transiting stuff as I belive its in your nature lol 

[RebaLynnTS]

Nothing wrong with branching out, and you are doing a good job.

[Palpatine001]

Interesting branching off there Alex.

And talk about one remote and god forsaken area I would not want to get lost in.

Though 

[figui]

Alex, your wasco terrain mod is really good looking, although i'd prefer one less desert looking in my cities

Ps I know you would never dump transiting stuff as I belive its in your nature lol 

i agree with Pat, i belive the same 

mauricio.

[beskhu3epnm]

Alex, way to bring your entourage with you! Incredible job on the mod, I have just installed it and took a quick peek on a large scale elevation map. Looking forward to working with you on this front...

You are soon to be a master of all trades. Great map, too... tons of variation, etc. Woah!

[dragonshardz]

The only thing that map is missing is a good sized pre-bult port. 

Hint, hint, next map perhaps?

[Haljackey]

I like it!  It looks right at home with the rock mod too.

LOL, have enough windmills?  Although, they do look great with the new terrain mod.

Best,
-Haljackey

[CasperVg]

Oh, I like them. Does the Diagonal Jagged Edges mod work with the terrain controller? If yes, I would certainly use it when possibly released!

[jplumbley]

HEY.. Did I tell you you could go out on your own?  Huh, huh...  Just you wait, I will show you..  Show you good!    ... Oh wait, this is in the NHP Creations Board.  YA..  Thats what I thought... See I taught you well.   

Dont mind me.. just very, very bored over here and not ready to go lay down and goto sleep yet.... Although I should.. But NO, I must stay up for a few more minutes... Or not.

Hey... I just noticed, you made a new Terrain Controller...  Wow, I didnt know you had it in you.   

JP, you've lost your mind!! - besk

[Pat]

Besk that is soo true where ever Alex goes his groupies will follow lol..... Ohh wait did i just call myself a groupie hehehe??? Ooooh and I do agree that JP has lost his tiny little tree 

[Heblem]

Nice terrain mod 

[bakerton]

What a great job sofar Tarkus. I am glad you are not quiting transit related stuff. You must have alot of free time to do both this and transit related stuff. Anyway, keep it coming. JKB

[superhands]

tarkus, please when can i get my hands on this?
david

[Vandy]

Hello, Tarkus.

I am quite interested in your terrain modding and believe you are acheived a wonderful start with your Wasco Terrain Mod.  I, too, am quite excited about using this mod and will be very happy when you finish and release it.  I can guarantee you it is going to look beautiful drapped over a number good maps.

Thank you for sharing this with us and I look forward to your continued progress.

Regards,

Gary (Vandy)

[jeronij]

Hello Alex,

I totally missed this thread... ( who said reviving old threads was a bad idea (sometimes...)  ) ... I am also interested in testing this terrrain mod. It seems it could fit better with my MD than the one I am using actually.... this is less saturated and more real looking.... so, if you have the time, can you post a link to this one?. Was it released to the LEX ?¿

[Pat]

Far as I know that the Wassco Terrain Mod hasnt been posted to the LEX yet but I do hope its soon!!! As I think this would be great for a project that is going to be taking place with me and anther fine member of this community!!!

[Tarkus]

Another project I've nearly forgotten about.  

Thank you all for the very kind words on everything, and the terrain mod in particular!  I really appreciate it.  Since the .dat file that makes the Wasco Terrain Mod function is very small (a mere 3.4KB), I've just attached it here so everyone who wants to mess around with it a little can have at it.  I may eventually make a "full" release of it, and include several versions of it as CP has done with his terrain mods (snowcapped, etc.), but I'm not sure when I'll get around to it.

There are two files you MUST have in order for the Wasco Terrain mod to function:

CPT No3 Terrain Textures

CPT No4 Terrain Textures

Enjoy!

-Alex (Tarkus)

[superhands]

bravo tarkus  

[Alfred.Jones]

Thanks Tarkus. I was just looking for a new terrain mod