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WELCOME
Let me officially welcome everyone to my first Mayor Diary...the nation of Osturland. From this location, I will present images and story related to the region. I've been working on this for some time and I've been wanting to share it with you all. In addition to presenting some pictures and stories from around the cities and region of Osturland, I will also display some of my BAT projects that are being prepared for release on LEX. When I create a building, I have a purpose for it in mind in one of these cities. So you can see how I planned to use some of my creation when I was making them. With the help of the BSC team, and particularly the expertise of Barby, I am able to pass them on to you to use in your cities.
I'm not sure exactly how often I will update this Mayor Diary as I have never had one before, but my intention is to have an update ready every couple of weeks.....more if I become inspired. I've been paying close attention to Mayor Diaries here and City Journals on Simtropolis for quite awhile and have "barrowed" many of the things I've liked from those creations for my cities. Thus, any similarities you notice been this Mayor Diary and other diaries you've read are entirely intentional :D. Additionally, my presentation and organization of information in this diary will be similar to that of others which I thought was useful and aesthetically pleasing ;). My hope is that you will enjoy the content of my posts and reply with your comments, praises, and criticisms. Onward to the first update :satisfied:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
The History of Osturland (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg26368#msg26368)
A Government is Born (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg29030#msg29030)
The Payens Citadel (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg31038#msg31038)
Ministerial Cabinet Part 1 (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg35780#msg35780)
Ministerial Cabinet Part 2 (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg38002#msg38002)
Views Around Payens' 1st Ward (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg38521#msg38521)
Jubilee Celebration Part 1 (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg41985#msg41985)
Jubilee Celebration Part 2 (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg43052#msg43052)
OBN and Mistress-Gate / Views Around Payens Government Center (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg47551#msg47551)
Osturland Airlines / Payens International Airport (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg50336#msg50336)
Baudinard Circus (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg52995#msg52995)
Osturland National University (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg55350#msg55350)
PAYENS SIMLYMPICS
Payens Simlympic Bid (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg56995#msg56995)
September Simlympics Opening Ceremony (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg68138#msg68138)
Day 1: Middle Distance and Polo (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg68434#msg68434)
Day 2: Shot Put and Judo (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg68772#msg68772)
Day 3: Pole Vault and Tug-of-War (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg69145#msg69145)
Day 4: Discus Throw and Volleyball (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg69479#msg69479)
Day 5: Triple Jump, Golf, and Shooting (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg69617#msg69617)
Day 6: High Jump, Handball, and Weight Lifting (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg70332#msg70332)
Day 7: Hammer Throw, Kickboxing, and Syncronised Swimming (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg70569#msg70569)
Day 8: Cricket, Karate, Gymnastics, and Badminton (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg72648#msg72648)
Day 9: Marathon, Rugby, the Modern Pentathlon, and Wrestling (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg72650#msg72650)
Day 10: Javelin, Hockey, Mountain Biking, and Sailing (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg72652#msg72652)
Day 11: Long Distance, Table Tennis, Diving, Lacrosse, and Archery (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg72656#msg72656)
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NEWS EDITIONS
Capitol Development (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg34786#msg34786)
TIME Commemorative Issue (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg41362#msg41362)
Payens Closer To Bid (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=835.msg51816#msg51816)
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OSTURLAND - PAYENS
Osturland is a small island nation off the coast of Europe in the Atlantic Ocean. In the map below you can see its relative geography with the rest of Europe. Its closest neighboring country is Spain. There are essentially eight major cities in Osturland. Chief among these cities is the capitol, Payens. Payens is situated on the banks of the Molay River, which runs through the heart of much of Osturland, and the Payens Bay.
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Payens is the center of political life in Osturland and is divided into several different districts. The central of these districts is the Government Center. This is were we will begin our introduction to Osturland and Payens. The first building that we come to when entering the Government Center is the Osturland Parliament. The country has been a democratic nation since almost its inception. Although it is a constitutional monarchy, the monarch only provides oversight for the business of Osturland as well as entertaining foreign dignitaries and engaging in ceremonial duties (as well as getting into trouble from time to time ;D). The Osturland Parliament building is the single most important building in the nation. It is where the legislature of Osturland meet in order to govern the country and develop new laws. Located on the Payens Canal, which connects the Molay river with the Peyans Bay. The building was built in the gothic style around the beginning of the 1400s. It has survived two past fires and was most recently restored to its present state at the turn of the 20th century. Below are several different pictures exploring various exposures of the building as well as a picture showing members of the Osturland Parliament meeting outside the building before going to session.
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The next picture is of another government building in the Government Center district of Payens. This building complex is known as Sanford Palace. It was once used as the official residence for the monarch of Osturland. Today the palace is used to house the foreign embassies of Osturland's friends and allies.
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Finally, we come to one of the several bridges that connects the Government Center with other districts in Payens. As you can see, there is a sign with the official crest of the government of Osturland alerting motorists that they are entering the Government Center district.
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That is all for today, hopefully I'll have another update ready sometime in the near future. The subject of the next update will be another building in the Payens Government Center district where the history of Osturland is kept...the Osturland National Archives. I will begin to present some of the history and the government strucutre of Osturland with some pics of the Archives building. Till then......
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Whoa... :o
Love the parliament building. Look forward to seeing that on the LEX!
Yeah I forgot to mention that the Osturland Parliament building (which is actually the Hungarian Parliament building in Budapest) will be making its way to LEX soon. There are two versions...one with canal access (although the canal is SimGoober's and not Oppies) and one without canal access. So stay tuned to LEX ;)
Yoder this is fantastic, I have been waiting for this for some time, and I can not imagine a better showcase for your bats.
Small Island??? $%Grinno$%, this country is the size of the UK, in my European book that is not a small island and in terms of a MD country it is huge.
So far the images from Payens look very good, and I look forward to your next update.
Great shots.
As a creator of automata, I would love to see some more cars, trains, trams, ect, maybe even a water taxi/bus in the near future. ;)
To get this you can pick another NAM traffic plug-in.
The Hungarian Parliament has turned out to be real stunning. As stunning as the real thing. Yes I have been to Budapest, twice in-fact.
Yoder ...
You already know , ( all SC4Devotion already knows .... $%Grinno$%) I'm in love with your BATs ...
Don't make again surprise to me like that or I think I could have an heart attack . :thumbsdown: , yes I should give "-1" to your karma for that !................................ ;D
And... as if it wasn't enough , you're also talented for cityscape : the stylized sobriety surrounding this marvel is ... another marvel .
I absolutely love it . &apls &apls &apls
I said this morning to SA that he made my day , what else can I say now except that you've just made my ... tomorrow & next days ... ()flamdev()
So you finally got around to start your MD :thumbsup:
I love how much effort you put into this creating great BATs for these shots... simply spectacular. Love it. &apls
No words can describe how impressed I am &apls
OMG! That is a really sexy building! Well done! I can't wait to see that on the LEX! *faints*
I'm glad to see you engage in MDing and I'll be watching this MD with a close eye because I believe it will be very promising! Your work is amazing, and if you're as attentive to detail in the game itself as you are in the BAT it will be a sure-fire winner! &apls &apls
Wow! I'm still in awe!
I also had to LOL at the size of your country... it's larger than most European countries but it's a small island? $%Grinno$%
Looking forward to more! And a heartfelt welcome to MD-land! ()stsfd()
If you only saw my eyes expand to unrealistic proportions when I saw the Hungarian Parliament building...
Great start of your MD, and great pcitures too. Looking forward to this small island to take it's place in Europe!
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Yoder7652, congrats! An amazing start showing us pics of an astoundingly conceived governmental center.
Outstanding Parliament bulding. Great start.
Very very good beginning. This is really amazing. I have so many questions. I'll wait till another time to ask, 'Where did you get...' I like this MD alot. I'll be watching for more updates soon.
---Gaston
Yoder, a much anticipated MD and this is certainly a wonderful start! Great presentation and of course, utterly spectacular BATs! Great stuff :thumbsup:
Osturland looks absolutely stunning so far, I love the Parliament building! I can't wait to see more of your development. Also, Congratulations on gaining "Special Interest this Month" status!
... i am speechless
i think i will clap now
&apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls
Wow! Extremly good start! Well deserved appointment for special interest of the month too. &apls &apls &apls
:o what a parliament
...after I woke up after fainting I also read your CJ and it's great. I hope that you continue doing this.
hello. thats a great start! hoping you get INSPIRED so that more updates fill up this thread at a regular basis :P overwhelming parliament building!
&apls What a great start . Very happy to see a MD from you . As your parliament :-X there is no words for discribe it . &apls &apls Congrats too for the award :thumbsup:
WOW!!! I am feel quite honored to be selected for the "Of Special Interest this Month" category in the MD section. Now that I'm in this new spacious locale, I'll stretch my legs out a bit and get comfortable....don't worry I won't unpack too much since I'll get evicted at the end of the month :D.
I am quite enthused to have so many comments after just a few short days. I'll reply to some of the comments below, but before I do I would like to announce that now you too can have the Hungarian Parliament building in your city....two versions (one with and one without the canals) have been uploaded to LEX...exclusively!
Onward to the REPLIES......
@Snorrelli - Thanks, we'll now you too can have, check out LEX!
@Kwakelaar - I've been wanting to start this for sometime, but life happens...now it is in full swing and I have several updates already planned to share in the coming weeks. As to the size of the island...you have to remember that size is relative. Yes by European standards it is a large country...in terms of all countries it would probably most likely fall in the middle of the group in terms of size...so I stand corrected! The map I'm using is only large city tiles, but it is huge! I took a map that I found at ST awhile ago and then used the SC4Terraforming tool to change the landscape and now it is much larger than the original map. I tried to take some screen shots of the region awhile ago, but gave up because to capture the whole region it took 6 shots wide by 10 shots long.
@Marcszar - Thanks...I'm quite fond of close-ups and I have what I think are some nice residential ones that I plan to show in a few updates from now.
@Vester - Yeah...I tried to get more automa in the action when I was taking my pictures. I actually have one of the more aggressive traffic plug-ins from NAM, but I tend to play the game with the traffic turned off so as not to use as much graphic resources. The problem was that I turned the traffic on right before I took the pics and probably didn't give it enough time to get the traffic going...I'll make a better effort of catching some in the future! You've been to the Hungarian Parliament? I'm quite jealous! I started to bat the building after just surfing the web for another building I was interested in. After I came across it, I was simply taken by it. I now have dozens and dozens of pictures and I really love this building...I would love to see it in person some day (the closest I've been to it so far was a PBS special on Budapest that I came across about a month ago on television).
@Badsim - It is quite an honor to see you've commented in my MD! Your MD has inspired much of the redevelopment of Osturland, so thanks for the inspiration (you'll see some resembalence when I showcase the grand mall). As for the parliament...you can find it on LEX now. I do have some more surprises, but nothing as big as this one...most of my unreleased bats that I'll showcase are smaller in scale, but I do have several that are ready to go...just have to write the updates ;)! so stay tuned....
@Pariodan - I'm glad it is finally going too...it has been a long time coming. Thanks for the complement....I hope to see an update from your MD soon? ;D
@Jeronij - well I have learned much about CJ/MD from your work so again, I'm honored that you have stopped by!
@M4346 - Thanks for the compliment. Well I hope that I won't disappoint...you can see what I wrote to Kwakelaar about the size of the country :D
@Eddie - Thanks for you compliment...you can now find the building on LEX!
@Sebes - Well I have a few different story lines that I might introduce, but I have alot of update ideas so we'll see where this all takes us!
@Dedgren - Thanks for the nod....I put alot of work into it and I'm pleased with the result. Love 3RR, btw...although I'm mostly a lurker $%#Ninj2
@Kokopelli - Thanks!
@Gaston - uh oh...questions :P well hopefully I'll have some answers when the time comes! Thanks for the compliment.
@Mattb325 - Thanks for the encouragement on the first update....hopefully I will not disappoint! I have a few of your bats that will most likely be showcased before too long....I'm loving your recent firehouse stations...wouldn't mind a police station or two in that same style ;D
@Thundercrack83 - Thanks for the congrats...I'm glad you like what you see so far!
@Iamgoingtoeatyou - Thanks for the applause!
@Emilin - Thank you very much!
@Bengt - Thanks. I hope to keep it up, I've got alot of city to showcase!
@Heinz - Well I'm feeling inspired right now, just not as much time as I'd like...look for an update (hopefully) this weekend!
@Kimcar - Thanks for the congrats...the parliament is now available at LEX, so check it out :P
To everyone, thanks for the encouragement. Hopfully I'll have more to show and say about Osturland as we approach the weekend!
Stunning work, the parliament building looks fantastic, you really do have a gift for creating somewhat eyecathching buildings. I look forward to following this MD, I'm very very pleased with what I have seen so far.
Hi Yoder ,
Of special interest this month ... at least .
Well , honor and inspiration are mutual .... :P so we have just to stop to use these words . :D
Obviously , " We are on the same frequency " , it's a french phrase ... don't know if you have the same in US . ::)
Anyway you'll keep my acknowledgment due to the fact you give something more important to the community than me ; your BATs ... looking at our Karmas , I think something is wrong .... (D'you see that I mean , folks ? $%#Ninj2 )
I'm now monopolized by RL , but I'll spy any update . ;)
Okay Yoder,
You answered my first question before I'd even ask'd it. LOL ( Where'd the Parliament building come from? ) So that is one question down.
Next question: Are those sea-walls or canal walls I see? And where'd they come from?
---Gaston
Thats it for now. I'm sure I'll think of more questions later. ::)
this weekend would be great! yeah, not much time as we like, i understand. lol. rl drains so much... but for me.. iv got until easter sunday off so an update this weekend would be smashing! see you around and thanks for the exclusive updates, yoder! glad to see you stretching lout here...
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Well everyone, I am sorry that it has taken so long to update. I've actually had the text and pics for this update done since last friday, but I've been so busy that I've not had time to post....until now! So without further hesitation, I present the first update about the History of Osturland.....
In today's update we will begin to learn some of the early history and rich heritage associated with the island nation of Osturland. To do this, we will visit the Osturland National Archives in the Payens Government Center. This building is one of the most important museums in Osturland because it is where the government has decided to keep the complete record of the history of the island nation. Any document of historical significance to Osturland or its people is placed on display in this building for the masses to enjoy.
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We begin our discussion of Osturland history by looking past the date of its official charter to the organization of a small group of French noblemen who will later lead one of the most elite fighting forces of their age. Founded in approximately 1119 A.D., eight knights convened at the call of Hughes de Payens. Following the success of the first European-led crusades, pilgrims began to journey to the holy land searching for the divine. de Payens' organized the eight knights from a desire to begin a new monastic order unlike any other in existence. The sole mission of this new order would be to protect the pilgrims journeying from Jaffa to Jerusalem from the impending slaughter many of them would find on their journey through the dangerous untamed lands surrounding the Holy City.
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Hughes de Payens
Hughes de Payens and his eight companions (i.e., Geoffrey de St. Omer, Payen de Montdidier, Archambaud de St. Agnan, Andre de Montard, Georffrey Bison, the two known only as Rossal and Gondamer, and last knight whom none know his name) sought the approval from the Jerusalem King, Baldwin II, for consecrating their order and providing them haven from which to manage their new service. The king welcomed their enthusiasm and gave them a headquarters in Jerusalem, located at Al Aqsa Mosque on the Temple Mount. This was believed to be the location of Solomon's great temple. It was from the receipt of their new home that the monastic order derived its name, the Knights Templar.
Little was known of the knights' activities until they were officially sanctioned by the Roman Catholic Church at the Council of Troyes in 1128. With its official sanction, the order began to receive donations of money, land, and noble-born sons from families all across Europe as support for the fight in Jerusalem and the Holy Land. Their last piece of recognition came in 1139 when Pope Innocent II issued an edict allowing the Knights to pass freely throughout Europe, not pay taxes to any kingdom, and be only accountable to the Pope himself. After this time, the order grew rapidly throughout Europe with concentrations developing in France, England, Scotland, Spain, Portugal, Hungary, and Germany.
The order of the Knights Templar would remain popular for the next two centuries. During this time, the group became recognized for their advancement in military strategy and prowess. They perfected the art of war and became a formidable force in the Middle East. In the famous battle of Montgisard, a group of 500 Templars were said to have defeated the army of Saladin, numbering more than 26,000 soldiers. They also became well recognized for their abilities in financial management. Indeed, the order became quite wealthy and developed new banking procedures that revolutionized much of Europe. For example, they developed the first formal chequing system for travelers making the pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Finally, the Templars also became well known for their design, engineering, and building of new infrastructure (e.g., churches, castles, farms, vineyards, and shipbuilding) on once barren tracts of land, donated to their cause.
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The organization was hierarchically arranged with the Grand Master of the order overseeing the efforts of the entire group. Grand Masters were appointed to their position and served for life. Additionally, each country had a Master of the Order for the Templars of that region. These Masters provided oversight for their respective countries and reported their chapter's activities to the Grand Master. Knights served as the heavy cavalry for military operations, while sergeants served as light cavalry. Serving brothers administered the property of the Order and performed menial tasks and trades, while chaplains (i.e., ordained priests) saw to the spiritual needs of those in the order.
Support for the order began to wane after Jerusalem was lost to Saladin in 1187. In the early 1300s, King Philip IV of France was in need of revenue to fund his war with the English. Under the persuasion of Pope Clement V, Philip forcibly disbanded the order and seized its treasury and properties in France on Friday, Octorber 13, 1312. After Philip's action, Pope Clement V officially disbanded the Order at the Council of Vienne. Monarchs of other countries with a Templar presence began to follow suit after France and arrested known Templars, charging them as heretics. As word spread throughout Europe of the troubled state of the Templar Order, Masters in other countries began to give orders for the remaining Templars to convene at the base of the Templar Navel Fleet in Scotland. Many Templars and Masters were captured and tortured, unable to reach Scotland. Of the thousands of Templars, only 300 survived the purge. Guided by the three surviving Templar Masters (i.e., William Newenham of England, Robert Mounford of Scotland, and Hugo de Gumbach of Germany), the four remaining ships of the Templar Navel Fleet set sail for a return voyage to the Holy Land. By 1314 three of the highest ranking Templars previously arrested, the Grand Master Jacques De Molay, Hugh De Perault, and Godfrey De Goneville, were tortured and burned at the stake as heretics at the hand of Philip IV. In his dying breath Jacques de Molay issued a curse against the King and the Pope. Later that same month, the Pope died while the King died later that year in a hunting accident.
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Philip IV / Jacques de Molay / Pope Clement V
Yet hope for the Knights Templar remained....
The voyages of the Knights Templar were tumultuous and difficult. It is said that while sailing west around the mainland of Europe, the Knights ships were caught in a great storm. It is believed by Osturland historians, that Templar navigators became confused by the great storm and the Templar ships sailed further west from the mainland than they had anticipated. Once their bearings had been realized, they turned their ships toward the east, toward the Holy Land, and sailed for months. It is possible that the disorientation caused by the storm would have led to the Templars discovering the New World had they only but sailed a little further west. Instead, this courageous group found new land far off the coast of Portugal and Spain. It took almost a year for the Tempars to realize what they had found. The leaders of the Templars originally believed that what they had stumbled upon was a great land west of the Holy Land, possibly an untamed island south of Greece. However, once they had come to the true realization of their discovery, the island and the new nation had already been named.
The name Osturland was given by Hugo de Gumbach of Germany. Although he was from Germany, his heritage was Danish. He aptly named the new land Osturland because he believed that this land, free of oppression, was east of lands owned by their oppressors. Thus, Osturland is derived from its danish root, øster, meaning "(dweller in the) eastern (side of a place)" or more simply it means "eastern." Osturland, although discovered in 1313 AD, was officially founded in 1320 AD.
Below are some pictures of the de Molay Cathedral in Payens. This Cathedral has become a museum dedicated to the preservation of the memory of all the Grand Masters of the Knights Templar.
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Well, I hope you enjoyed the short history lesson. In the next update, I hope to present more of the History of Osturland and show more pics from around the city of Payens.
Cheers!
That is a very detailed history and backstory you've presented for us, my friend! You have definitely made sure every detail was covered. And the pictures of the city were fantastic, too! Great job!
Great pictures Ryan. And the story is just as detailed as your shots are. Fantastic work.
Your pictures are so good they distract me from reading the text. ;D
Actually I did read the text, and I think you are putting in an amazing effort into all of this. This raises the bar for all of us. Bravo! &apls
&apls &apls
Looking really good! I love the air of the city, it's so, uhm, ancient but in a good way. :P
I have always loved the history, myths, speculation and legends surrounding the Knights Templar, so it was an interesting read and very well intergrated. ()stsfd()
fantastic pictures, great work! :thumbsup:
very interesting and detailed history lesson! would love to follow how you continue with this good start. see you around
A lengthy lesson on Osturlandian history, and I would not have suspected that the country had been founded by the remains of the Knights Templar....hmm so that is where they ended up.
The shots from Payens are very nice, I especially like the image of the de Molay Cathedral Park a beautiful combination of textures and props, but not overdone. I also like that you have been able to use both dutch and french looking buildings together and still make it look belivable, great work :thumbsup:
Wonderful work again , Yoder , and the back (his)story is another real good surprise for me . ... middle-age and crusades is (IMO) the most fascinating ( I can even say staggering ) period of our common european (not only french ) history ( even american peoples as sons of europe are sons of this history ). And , reading a little more than what we use to learn at school about it , less dark and more complex than we use to think .But this is another discussion that I wouldn't be able to follow in english .... $%Grinno$%
I love Osturland National Archives and I wonder how many other BATs you have already in store ... ::) . Great mix of style with parisian buildings and haarlemmergold's ones . :thumbsup:
It's a pity that on the picture before the last one , your stuff along the Canal/river is hidden by your banner ...
I Have to wait for more . ;)
Very beautiful images shown here, yoder! Your journal does not disappoint at all - like the others it was fascinating to read the back story ;D I really love the European Empire feel for this area:thumbsup:
:thumbsup: Very good indeed!Keep the pics coming!!
What a rich history! I should sit down and take some notes--this is all so interestinh and detailed. Your cities are so realistic, even the sidewalk textures match the concrete plazas. I've also never gotten those Dusktrooper buildings you had to grow. What's your secret? Maybe the No-Maxis mod?...or something else? ;)
Thanks for all the comments everyone! I thought I'd send some replies while I'm preparing the next update, which I'm thinking will not happen until after this weekend. Without hesitation.....the replies!
@belfastuniguy - I'm glad you've liked what you've seen so far...hopefully update 2 was to your liking ;D
@Badsim - I think we are on the same frequency (we have a common expression)! We'll I'll try to stop with the inspiration and honored, but it'll be hard since your MD has had such an impact on the way I attempt to create lots. I am no where near the level of detail you include $%Grinno$%, but I've improved so much since I've started watching how you layout your cities. I'm glad you enjoyed the first installment of the history of Osturland! I've always been fascinated by the crusades and the Knights Templar in particular. Granted, the history of this movement was dark and ruthless...killing many and robbing others, but most things in history that are fascinating are colorful to say the least. I'm glad you like the National Archives...it is available for download on LEX. Well, I have several more bats that are ready to go, and several more that are almost ready to go...so you'll just have to wait and see what I have in store ;D. The only problem, is that everyone will come to expect that a new bat will be released when I post an update :D....This will probably be true for a little while, but definately not forever! Yeah, I noticed that the boardwalk along the canal was disrupted in the picture...I'll try to be more careful in the future ::). Thanks again, Badsim!
@Gaston - Those are canal walls that you spy...The ones made by Oppie. I think you can still download them at STEX, but I also think that they are available in one of the forums at Simphoni...If you go to Badsim's MD, you can find a link to them (or was it his Lot Development thread ()what())
@Heinz - Thanks for the encouragement...feels good to stretch out! Glad you like the history lesson.
@Thundercrack83 - Glad you like the history...I feared that it was getting too bogged down in details, but I wanted to make sure that I was able to cover everything I was thinking. Glad you like the city pictures!
@Pariodan - Thanks for the encouragement! It took me awhile to write the little history blurb, but I had help from wikipedia! :D
@Emilin - Thanks for the kind words. I was hoping that everyone would at least read a little bit of the text ;D, but I know that pictures can be distracting. I find that I too sometimes skip over text because I just want to get at the pictures...it is a difficult habit for me to break &ops
@M4346 - I'm glad you like it! This part of the city is older, but the central business district and some of the suburbs have a more modern feel to them (particularly the CBD, which is just across the canal). The government district is just old :P. I too like the Templar history and myth, so I thought it would be an easy write to make them find Osturland since they dropped off the face of the earth (although I saw a special on History Channel that suggested that a band of them occupied modern-day Switzerland...who knows!).
@Bat - Thanks! I'm glad you liked it.
@Kwakelaar - Indeed, that is where they indeed up :D...why not, Osturland is as good a place as any :P! I have been pleased with the integration of the dutch and french building styles. I've also got Odd from Sweden's buildings growing in the city...I think all three work fairly well together and provide slightly contrasting but integrative architectural styles.
@Marcszar - Thanks, I have some of your apartment buildings growing in their midst and they tend to integrate fairly well also...I think that although the architectural styles are different, you tend to texture your buildings darker so they come across as aged. I think they fit nicely with some of the more european building sets (I'll have to show you what I mean in a future update ;D)
@Mattb325 - Thanks! I'm glad you like the backstory. I'm going to develop the history a little further through more modern times, but I'm glad you like the start of the country's history.
@Jayo - I'm going to try :P!
@Eddie - Thanks for the comments on the history of Osturland...it took me a little while to come up with (but one night I had heartburn and couldn't sleep and eureka...instant Osturland history!). I actually did use the no maxis building mod to get rid of the maxis buildings from growing. As for the dusktrooper building, it is very hard to get this thing to grow and when it pops up I instantly make it historical). I've only had it grow three or four times, so what I do now is use the the buildingplop and lotplop cheat to stick it where I think it will look good. I tend to not use this cheat, but I do periodically when I can't get something to grow or when what keeps growing in a location is not the right building for that spot.
Well...hopefully there will be an update in the next several days or so! Thanks!
Looking forward to that update! :thumbsup: And of course, good luck with it! ;D
I do believe that there are various 'conspiracy theories' that in some way or the other mention or include the Templars. The latest, and most prominent one, is the one exhibited in Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code. Well, let each decide what he / she thinks about that one.
Others of course would maintain that they have been "living on" in various Masonic Lodges. Either way, wherever they are, I wish them luck! And if they ever want to pop over for tea, they're more than welcome. :P
Enjoy your weekend!
- Marius
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@Badsim - ..Well, I have several more bats that are ready to go, and several more that are almost ready to go...so you'll just have to wait and see what I have in store ;D. The only problem, is that everyone will come to expect that a new bat will be released when I post an update :D....
;D , it's not the only problem Yoder ... now you've got a MD where I can see your Lots , I don't know if I'll dare the sacrilege to re-work them ... $%Grinno$% ... fortunately months will pass before I'll be able to Lotte (from Loter ) so yours have time to live their life . :P
But then , no mercy ! ;D
@gaston ; the basic set of oppie's canal and a few add-ons are available on the STEX , but the most interesting add-ons like diagonals , boat , open and closed bridges (Eye-candy) are available only at simphoni.net . ;)
Quote@Thundercrack83 - Glad you like the history...I feared that it was getting too bogged down in details, but I wanted to make sure that I was able to cover everything I was thinking. Glad you like the city pictures!
There was definitely a lot of detail, but I find that to be a good thing. It was very intersting to read! Can't wait to see more!
Wow! Nice start!
I love that parliament building... I think I downloaded it a while ago...
Nice job! &apls
That is a fascinating history for Osturland Yoder. I am not so proud of the crusade part of our european history, but still like the story that you made up, and the twitch you gave it with the Templar Knights. The pictures are fabulous as well :thumbsup:
Hi Yoder,
This is a great MD. I enjoy reading the history of the founding fathers of Osturland.
The dark ages are a colourfull and interesting period in time. After todays standards the crusades weren't Europe's finest hour. But in my opinion one should judge history by the principles of the period at hand. Not that all that happened is fine and dandy, I don't say that, but one has to look with medeival eyes to the middleages to understand why things were seen and done as they have been. that's what I try to say.
But enough about that. I look forward to your next updates.
BTW the yellow palaces in your banner are they not both from russia? just curious.
Strech.
First some REPLIES....
@M4346 - Yeah, I've read many of the conspiracy theories including Dan Brown's book...so many interesting possibilities for where they went...of course we all know that they ended up in Osturland, right? ;D
@Badsim - I always look forwad to seeing what lots you can come up with when I post a new building on the LEX. What you recently did with the JFK Center is simply amazing! Your creativity astounds me! I can't wait to you can return to updating....although I noticed that you have posted a few new pictures.... &apls :thumbsup:
@Thundercrack83 - I'm glad you find that detail is a good thing...because the History is not over yet! :D I hope you enjoy the next installment.
@Owen Luby - Glad to hear you liked the building it was a labor of love (almost couldn't get the thing to render).
@Sebes - Thanks for your interest in the story...and I'm glad you liked the pictures. Hope you enjoy today's update as well!
@Strechnitz - Thanks! I tend to agree with you, it is easy to evaluate something that happend critically with the advantage of hindsight! While indeed the crusades were a terrible time in history, they were just a product of the culture and psychology of the day. Yes, the yellow palaces are based on some buildings from the Kremlin in Russia...we'll get to those in the next few updates or so. ;D
Well, I'm sorry that this has takens so long again to update. Real-life is pressing at the moment and I'm involved with travel for the next three weeks so we'll see what happens update wise after this one. At any rate, here is the next installment of the history of Osturland...A Government is Born!
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Shortly after founding Osturland, the three Templar Masters quickly realized the need for establishing a formal governmental structure for the new country. Word of Osturland spread quickly throughout Europe and immigrants began to petition the Knights for entrance into the new land. Many merchants throughout Europe wanted to move their businesses to Osturland, often fleeing from tyrannical monarchs. As Osturland did not have a formal monarch, much of the business of the nation was conducted among the Templar Masters and Knights. The council of the three Masters decided that they needed to formalize this emerging structure of the new government and officially develop a way for new laws to be made, government to be ran, and justice to be served for the swelling population of Osturland. At the same, they realized that an absolute monarchy would not suffice. They wanted this country to be a safe haven for those who wanted refuge from the oppression they escaped.
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This is the national flag of Osturland. The red and white stripes come
from the Templar tradition symbolizing the heart and purity of the group.
The seal is the official seal of Osturland. The eagle in the seal symbolizes
courage, determination, power, and grandeur.
It was suggested by Templar Master, Robert Mounford, to develop a constitution of laws and rights for the people of Osturland, while adopting a republic government structure to provide representation for the people. The other Masters agreed and the Council of 1321 was convened. The council was attended by the remaining 300 Templar Knights and was open to anyone currently living in Osturland. In four short months, they adopted a formal constitution for Osturland that was most progressive for its day. It established that there would be four branches to the government of Osturland. The first would be the Parliamentary. Divided into two houses, the Parliament would consist of a lower house and an upper house. Membership for the Lower House would be decided through formal voting by the people of Osturland. Membership in the Upper House would be decided by heredity. There would be 300 seats in the Upper House for each of the 300 knights and their progeny. The functions of the two houses would be very different. The Lower House would be responsible for the creation of new laws in the land, while the Upper House would serve only in an oversight role, with special duties including the confirmation of Osturland's top political figures.
The second branch would be the Judicial. Magistrates would be selected by the Lower House to fill both local federal courts and the Osturland Supreme Court. The Magistrate appointees would then be confirmed by members of the Upper House before assuming their roles.
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This Palace, situated opposite the Osturland Parliament, across the Great Mall, is where the Supreme Court and Ministry of Justice are housed. The building comes from the generosity of Debussyman.
The third branch would be the Executive. The embodiment of the executive branch would be the Head of State. This person would assume the title Prime Minister of Osturland and would be appointed by the Lower House and confirmed by the Upper House. The Prime Minister would oversee all of the business and political aspects of Osturland. He or she would have a cabinet of various ministries associated with the functions of the Osturland government and would be the single most powerful person in the Osturland government. The Prime Minister would be held accountable for his or her actions by both houses of the Parliament and by the last branch of government.
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Named in honor of the Osturland's first Prime Minister, Mounford House is situated behind Montliard Palace. This complex is the official
residence and office of the Prime Minister.
The Council of 1321 decided that Osturland needed a monarch, but not a conventional one. They decided to reinvent the notion of the Grand Master Templar and make this person the constitutional monarch. In the Osturland monarchy, the Grand Master Templar would be colloquially known as the King or Queen and would serve as the Chief of State to Osturland. Specifically, he or she would serve an advisory role to the other three branches of the Osturland government and formally oversee the operations of the government and its officials. Additionally, the monarch would serve (along with the Prime Minister) as a representative of Osturland to foreign dignitaries. Special powers would also be granted to the King or Queen with respect to confidence in the abilities of those elected and appointed, including Magistrates, heads of ministerial departments, and even the Prime Minister. Finally, the monarch would not be a hereditary institution. Instead, the Upper House of the Parliament would vote and appoint a monarch from within its own ranks. That monarch would serve Osturland until his or her death at which time a new monarch would be appointed by the Upper House.
After the new constitution was voted on and accepted by the Templar Masters and Knights, the vote for the Grand Master Templar began. The two candidates that were recommended for the position was Master William Newenham and Master Hugo de Gumbach. With a vote of 182 to 118, William Newenham was pronounced Grand Master Templar and the first King of Osturland.
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King William I, Grand Master Templar
Later that year, the residents of Osturland voted in the first general election for members of the Lower House. In a surprising move, Templar Master Robert Mounford decided to abdicate his status in the Upper House in order to petition voters for a place in the Lower House. His bid was successful and we went on to later become the first Prime Minister of Osturland. The Official Residence for the Prime Minister today bares his name. The country was divided into eight counties for with 50 representatives chosen from each county for the Lower House. The capital of each of the eight counties was formally named after each of the eight original Templar Knights with the national capital of Payens named after the first leader of the Knights.
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A short Mosaic of the southern end of the great mall and surrounding neighborhood.
TEASER
The Citadel is home to the reigning King or Queen of Osturland. Below is a picture of the Citadel Square. This is the primary entrance into the Citadel Fortress and is the place of the monarch's yearly military review. In this picture we can see the red brick Citadel walls as well as the changing of the Citadel Guard. The changing of the guard occurs every other hour and tends to routinely draw a large crowd of locals and vistors.
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Well that is it for me today...Hopefully in my next update, we will get to go inside the Citadel and see some sights. Until then....Cheers!
Wow, another beautiful update! And this installment of the history was fantastic, too! Also, I love the flag you've made and the Osturland crest, they're simply amazing. Great job! I can't wait to see the next update about the Citadel. The wall and the changing of the guard makes a great teaser!
Wow, what a great update again. The pictures are fantastic. I like how you have every thing in it's place, in separate parts, yet showing that is one big plan behind it... Very well done :thumbsup:
Wow, that's an amazing history to go with an amazing government complex :thumbsup:
Great work!
Wow! Great history, great SC4-images, and amazing buildings!
I love the layout of the government buildings, and what you've done with the Citadel Square. It's looking really good!
I, for one, cannot wait for the next installment in Osturland history! &apls &apls
This update is a delightful read!
I love the outlining of your political system. It has a nice touch to it. The pics are outstanding. I love the Supreme court building by Debusyman. amongst your novelty bats.
I'm looking forward to the next installment.
Strech.
Hi Yoder ,
As Templars ( don't find a sure translation for "Templiers" ) were spectacular , skilled and untiring builders , just like you're a BATer , I wonder if you're not youself one of them . ;)
I've searched for the right Templars' seal and finding it , I releazed it was already in Osturland's banner since two updates .... $%Grinno$%
Anyway , I allow myself to post there the right Templars' flag ... ;D
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You should request to geoffhaw an Osturland animated flag , that would be a great addition to your city ... and I would be proud to use it in AntiGone too . ::)
D'you have already thought about BAT street props (like streetlamps , benches ...) and edit a pack ? I think there's a lack of this kind of props and with your talent ... ;D
That's all I have to say ... about the update , your style is the exact one that I love , Osturland is simply wonderful . &apls &apls &apls
See you soon .
Holy cow! :o Great pics, great BATs, great story!
Just: wow! Osturland is one of my absolute favorites now. &apls
@Thundercrack83 - Thanks....I'm glad you liked the update and the teaser. I've been working on the buildings of the Citadel for quite some time and have recently finished all of the batting...although the modding is not done on all of them yet.
@Sebes - Thanks for your words of encouragement...There is a master plan to the whole city that I laid out before I ever started plopping the landmarks. Although the city is constently evolving and some things are being moved to better locations, but most of the major facilities are in the same place that I originally intended. In the future I hope to show some "satallite" photos of Payens, but that will be a littel while down the road.
@Meinhosen - Glad you stopped by! Thanks for the compliment on the history!
@M4346 - Hopefully some time in the future I might showcase the King's annual review of the military in the square. There is often military parades that march across the square besides the changing of the guard. Glad you like what I've done so far.
@Strechnitz - Glad you like the read. I really like the building by Debussyman too! I don't think he has plans of releasing it becuase it is not up to his normal standards, but his normal standards are so detailed and extrodinary that his "practice" bats would be another persons premier release ;D.
@Badsim - Thanks for you comment! I assure you I'm not a Templar $%#Ninj2 ah, who knows! :D Thanks for the flag, I might have to make a banner out of it to display in the Citadel Square. I have found many other templar seals too that belong to individual templars through the ages...I'll probably use some of them in upcoming updates. I have actually taken the polish flag in reader and added the Osturland seal to it, but I'm having problems getting it to run right in the lot editor...I need to pm Geoff and see if he can't help me figure out what I'm doing wrong...but I have been in contact with him as I was making it. I have thought about making a prop pack for street props. I've made a few for Osturland, such as some signs and a direction indicator for roundabouts (I think you can see it in the mosaic only it is small). If you have any specific street prop requests, pm me and we'll talk. ;D Thanks again for your comments!
@Snorrelli - Cows!..what! where are these holy cows? :D :D just kidding...I'm glad you like the story! Thanks for your comments.
@Emilin - I'm glad to hear you like it! I have a little bit more to introduce on the history end and then I'll probably just do some picture updates and then more storyline kinds of stuff. Thanks for the comments.
Just to be clear ; It's rather a banner than a flag , you must consider only the part delemited by the red border ...
About props, sure I'll PM you ... when I would have collected enough pictures about interesting streetlamps (particularly) ... ;)
Thanks . :thumbsup:
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@Snorrelli - Cows!..what! where are these holy cows? :D :D just kidding...I'm glad you like the story! Thanks for your comments.
Yeah - I've always thought that was a silly expression and I have no idea where it comes from. My actual reaction of awe and surprise, however, would not be fit to print on a "family-friendly" site! :thumbsup:
:thumbsup:Nice update Yoder . Great mosaic you have done and nice story too . I can`t wait for see the entire citadel. Looking forward
Maybe Yoder here is a templar... $%#Ninj2 It would explain a lot! &idea
Just joking of course... Just dropping by to welcome you to
PAGE 4!
&apls &apls
And I'll be looking out for that Citadel Square update! ;)
A very progressive nation, the founding fathers were liberals before the word was even invented ;D
Again a quite detailed story on the basics of government and how it all came about, I would think the position as monarch could very easily fall into the hands of one family???
The bat made by Praiodan and the church by Vester is a perfect match, this is a great looking pair. Love how you have made the courtyard and the area surrounding these buildings.
In your mosaic I see some beautiful details. I very much like this small (Dutch) house that looks like it almost by accident is next to the Grand Mall. It is so not conforming to the other buildings in the same area. :thumbsup:
The church by Haarlemmergold in the area of w2w buildings is also supurbly placed. This is one of the first CJ using this combination of w2w buildings and it does not look out of place. Impressive :)
Oh my, it would be a shame if he did not release that builiding :o
But fortunately you got permision to use it. For a moment I was worried that our threads would have to large similarities. I would not like to be accused of copying from you. But your political system is going to be rather different from mine. Very interesting though. I really like the twist you gave to the Knights Templar.
BTW juicy detail; The 4h crusade in 1204 where the Knights Templar participated never reached jerusalem, but ended up plundering Constantinople. So in effect The governments of Stropon an Osturland should have a cool diplomatic relation if any :D but nevertheless I like your Osturland Diary enormously! :thumbsup:
Strech.
These are very amazing images Yoder; exceptional detailing go into the images and this is then matched by the story you've woven. It is great stuff. I particularly like the square you've made where the road simply merges before crossing the canal. Simple, but impressive!
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@Badsim - I'll await your PMs! ;D Whenever I get the flag figured out, I'll send you a copy...maybe we will have to set up some diplomatic relations...I'm sure there is a spot for you in Sanford Palace!
@Snorrelli - I was just kidding with you...but I am glad you liked what you saw!
@Kimcar - Thanks for the compliments! The Citadel update will be along (hopefully) in a few days.
@M4346 - Thanks for the introduction to the 4th page! I always like it when people do it...I like to imagine trumpets being played when I read that someone has made a proper introduction ;D.
@Kwakelaar - Tis true, tis true...The founding fathers were very progressive, but understandably so as they were fleeing for their lives when they founded the country. They witnessed firsthand what happens when power is placed in the hands of few! It is actually unlikely that the monarch title would pass on to others in the same family. Remember that 300 members from the Upper House are voting on a new monarch every time one dies (they tend to like the role get spread around the members of the house). Everyone in the Upper House has an equal opportunity to place themself forward as the new Grand Master. It has happened a few times in Osturland history, but usually whoever is the strongest among the members of the Upper House gets the job.
Glad to see you approve of the pairing, I thought they were a natural fit (with the same roof textures) as was DB's bat. I plan to do some more mosaics that are zoomed in a little closer so some of the details can be seen more clearly. Thanks again for your comments! It's always a pleasure :)
@Strechnitz - I popped over to read your MD and really enjoyed the history. In my opinion, overlap can be quite fun...We might have to discuss future diplomatic relations for future updates ;)
@Mattb325 - Glad to see you stop by Matt! Thanks for the comments, I'm glad you like the square...I'm working on another version for a future military review parade.Thanks again!
Well everyone, I'm in the process of developing the next update and hopefully will have it all ready to go on Wednesday. Thursday I'm flying out to New York for a long weekend (for business I'm afraid, not pleasure &mmm) so I won't be checking in after I post until next week...which will also probably delay the update for the following week, but it'll come along eventually! Till then, cheers! :satisfied:
I'll be looking forward to the next update, Yoder!
Well I'm glad I could amuse you then. :P
That having been said, and your replies to our comments out of the way, with you being a busy little bee working hard on the next update, I will politely excuse me from this thread and let you carry on with your endeavours. :D
Good luck! :thumbsup:
-M-
yet another interesting chapter to an already budding md, if i may say so. very intriguing, too. got me to play Medieval 2 Total War (http://www.totalwar.com/?lang=en) again. ()stsfd() looking forward to the next lessons!
I just love nation CJs and this is a good one! Your BATs are amazing (I use the Hungarian Parliament myself ;) ) and your use of them is splended.
Good work!
Indeed this update was to my liking, in fact it was fabulous, love the changing of the guard, wonderful.
May I ask where you got the Montliard Palace? Did you create it youself?
I believe the palace in question, belfastuniguy is a yet-to-be-released BAT by Debussyman.
This is some really great stuff Yoder. Very well done indeed.
---Gaston
Wow you have some tremendous work here! Your pictures are just so perfect and so detailed. Love the work that you put into it.. and it definately shows.
Looking forward to more!!
First a few replies....
@Thundercrack83 - Wait no longer...here it is! ;D
@M4346 - You always amuse me M! Thanks for the comments...hope I don't disappoint :P
@Heinz - I'm glad I've inspired YOU :D Hope you enjoy the next installment
@Yoman - Thanks for dropping by, I'm glad you like the Bat...I'll introduce a few others I'll be releasing in this update.
@Belfastuniguy - Thanks for your comments. M addressed where the Bat comes from...Hope you enjoy this update.
@Gaston - Glad you like it...now on to the Citadel!
@Guurgkud - Glad to see you've stopped by. Thanks for the compliments...wait no more, here is another batch of pictures!
Well I'm a day late...but better late than never, yes? Whithout further hesitation.....
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The Citadel is currently a government complex. Construction on the Citadel began in 1700 and saw a steady stream of development until the early 1900s. Only indoor remodeling has taken place since that time with the exception of the Modern Palace. Originally built as a military fortress for the city of Payens, the Citadel was transformed into the official residence of the monarch of Osturland in 1850. It has served as the monarch's chief residence since that time. Additionally, many of Osturland's ministries were originally housed within the Citadel walls, but most have left the Citadel as the country (and many of these ministries) has grown. Today, only the Ministry for Internal Affairs and the Ministry for Foreign Affairs have homes inside the Citadel.
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This is the Royal Standard for the Monarch of Osturland. In keeping with
his or her title as the Grand Master of the Templars, the cross and shield
with agnus dei is centered in the middle of the standard. Agnus dei
represents the "lamb of god."
Below is a map of the principle buildings located within the Citadel complex. Each building serves a specific purpose for the nation and most can date their construction back to the military use of the fortress.
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ARSENAL
The first building we come to when we enter the Citadel is the Arsenal. This building is the oldest of the Citadel buildings. It was first used as housing for the guards stationed at the Citadel when it was used as a military fortress. The building was also used to repair and restore munitions damaged in battle, which is where its present day name comes from. Today the Arsenal houses the offices of the Ministry for Internal (or domestic) Affairs.
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Administration Building
The next building on our tour is the Administration Building. This building was built in 1750 and was used as an educational facility for the officers and soldiers stationed at the Citadel. Filled mostly with classrooms, many a new recruit received instruction about modern-day warfare in this facility. When the Citadel was turned over to federal government use, a detail of soldiers remained in the Citadel and used this building as their residence and headquarters. After the military detail left the Citadel, the building was turned over to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which is the current occupant of the building.
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Chancellory
Next is the Chancellory. This is one of two of the newer structures in the Citadel. Construction began on the building in 1850. It was designed to help house the various ministries of Osturland. Unfortunately, the building was built too small and its occupants had already outgrown it before it even opened its doors. For many years it was home to the Ministry of Finance. However, it was later converted into the official work place for the monarch. From this location the monarch oversees the operations of Osturland. The king or queen receives a weekly briefing from the combined cabinet of ministers and Prime Minister in the rotunda meeting room. The monarch also meets many heads-of-state visiting Osturland at the Chancellory, which is where its name is derived from.
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Modern Palace
The Modern Palace is the newest building in the Citadel. Built in the 1960s, the Modern Palace was built as a perk for the monarch. The Palace is essentially a giant ballroom and theater. It serves the monarch for official state business, such as royal theatrical performances for the Annual Solidarity Benefit and the Annual Royal Osturland Ball for Osturland National Day.
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Armoury
Another building in the complex that can date its history back to the use of the Citadel for a military fortress is the Armoury. The Armoury building was used to store artillery and munitions for the Osturland Army. It also briefly housed the Ministries of Education and Information when the complex was turned to federal use. Today, it is a museum for the glory of Osturland. Many visitors each year visit the museum to see the Royal Art Collection as well as the Royal Jewels of Osturland. Needless to say security today is tight at the Armoury.
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Grand Citadel Palace
The final state building in the Citadel is the Grand Citadel Palace. This is the home and official residence of the Osturland monarch. The Palace has over 150 rooms including a throne room and 30 bedrooms for visiting heads of state. The inside is very ornate and detailed rivaling many of the greatest palaces of Europe. Tours are given daily.
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The last two buildings on our stop are both of religious nature. The first is St. Stephen's Holy Church. This is a private church reserved for the monarch and members of his or her family. Named in honor of the first Christian martyr, St. Stephen's is a relaxing and tranquil place of prayer and meditation. Father Thomas is the local rector of the facility, seeing daily to the spiritual needs of the royal family.
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The second building is the Citadel Cathedral. While officially a church, the cathedral has never saw a normal service. In the grotto beneath the building lay the tombs of Osturland's Grand Master Templars since 1715. The only services held in the cathedral are memorial and funeral services for the departed monarchs.
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Well, that concludes our tour of the Citadel. I hope you enjoyed seeing the buildings behind the red wall! I'll leave you with another short pic showing the entire complex and some of the Central Business District to the north of the fortress. Cheers!
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Wow.......that looks awesome. A great choice of buildings and the way you have them all placed together looks like they were meant to be like that . Very realistic and perfectly laid out. I can't wait to see more.
Robin :thumbsup: &apls
once again yoder...you make my jaw drop. &apls
:o
I have been staring at these images for at least 10 minutes now, and I still haven't been able to take in the immensity, complexity and sheer beauty of it all!
I am trying to refrain from profanity and blasphemy in this post, but good God it is just impossible! :P
That Citadel is beyond words, and those BATs, well, don't get me started on them... :D I'm sure you'll be having eager SC4Devotees knocking down your door to inquire on its availability and possible release date, therefore I shall refrain from that -
for the time being anyway. :P
My loooooooong-weekend just officially commenced (kicking off with Freedom Day tomorrow and ending with Workers' / May Day on Tuesday) so I'll have enough time to digest this magnificent update! ;D
Right now it reminds me of the Kremlin and the Red Square in Moscow, not sure if that was what you were going for, but dammit I
like it! Those buildings! *drool*
Okay,
okay! Enough of that... let's get down to business, shall we? :P
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Diplomatic Dispatch to the Government of OsturlandThe phenomenal growth, significance and over-all importance of your esteemed nation on the international and European stage has come to the attention of the government of the Imperial Republic of Elytheria (Elytheria). Therefore we propose that formal diplomatic relations be established between our glorious nations, in a bid to further the cause of humanity and the principles by which we live.
We urge you, honourable representatives, to seriously consider our proposal and provide Elytheria with an answer when you have concluded your planned course of action.
- John Goldshaw (http://scjuwiki.azivelar.net/wiki/John_Goldshaw)
Elytherian President and Head of Government
Now that
that is out of the way...
Have a great weekend, and yet again, incredible work on the update!
As always looking forward to more! ;)
-M-
PS. If you do "aye" diplomatic relations, I can provide you with the Elytherian flag prop (BSC and NHP). ;D
I agree with M--it is hard to put into words the magnitude of how amazing this last update was. Sheer brilliance, my friend! The Citadel is absolutely amazing. Great work!
Well ... well...., what a simply fantastic update, the collection of buildings, the layout, the plaza space. If you BAT your own buildings then I am simply staggered by your talents and skill. The buildings look stunning and the kremlin walls set it off perfectly.
I love this MD, it's now one of my favourite here and I look forward to seeing further fabulous work from you. The Imperial Government is also considering diplomatic relations with Osturland. Once we have further details we will inform you.
Quote from: Yoder7652 on April 23, 2007, 09:22:55 AM
@Badsim - I'll await your PMs! ;D Whenever I get the flag figured out, I'll send you a copy...maybe we will have to set up some diplomatic relations...I'm sure there is a spot for you in Sanford Palace!
Only great news ... of course AntiGone and I are ready for diplomatic relations . Except I need to find a BAT reflecting Osturland's grandeur ! ::)
And what a grandeur !
Osturland's update ?... ()borg()... obviously as after a long analysis :
WONDERFUL . :sunny:
;D Hehe , on the first page of my MD , there's AntiGone's banner and nobody noticed that the "A" is the Freemason symbol ... $%#Ninj2 ( Yes, Yoder, who knows ? )
I've intended to write a storyboard but to express myself in english is really too complicated . Not so much , in fact , but it would take me too much of this precious time I prefer to spend on LE ...
We now live all under pictures dictatorship ...
This banner is too complex with small details to become a flag but ,for Osturland , I'll work on another one. ;) However , I will be not able to BAT/mod it .(that means you will have to ... ;D)
About streetlamps and other props , I've got already a few pictures but not enough to give you a large choice . I've already spent a lot of time browsing google's pictures ...entering "Streetlamps" "Urban furniture" "Urban lighting" "Public lighting"...(in french) but still haven't found all I'm searching for .
@ Marius , I've already an Elytherian embassy ( JFK Center by Yoder) , I'm surprised you told nothing about it , that doesn't look like you , so I think you missed it ... $%Grinno$% (page 17) . :P . (Sorry to post that here , but Yoder himself have quoted this Lot in Osturland's MD .)
To the next , Master Yoder / Maître Yoda . ;)
Edit on 29/04/07 , here the new & definitive AntiGone's flag . ;)
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I want to do it! :D
Welcome to page 5!
$%Grinno$%
&apls &apls That`s what we call an Citadel . What a great job you have done. It`s feel like this is come from a real one. Very good :thumbsup:
*awakens from coma* WOW!
This is a magnificent update Yoder. I really love the Kremlinesque Citadel. those walls, and those palaces are really stunning. And the story is great too. This was definately worth the wait, I can tell you that. &apls &apls
What has my special interest is that the buildings however from different periods and styles do form a coherent ensemble through material use and recurring elements like the pilasters.
Great job. :thumbsup:
Strech.
Quote from: Strechnitz on April 27, 2007, 01:14:26 AM
*awakens from coma* WOW!
I join the club - the Payens Citadel is beyond words.. so I have to do it again:
&dance &dance &dance &dance &dance &dance &dance &dance &dance &dance
wonderful buildings and great pictures of them! :thumbsup: &apls
Once again I sat mesmerised for far too long over your Citadel. I am at a loss for words and that is an unusual thing for an Irishman as I normally talk untill the cows come home!
Besides the fact that everybody else has used the superlatives that I was going to use :D
Kettle's on dude :D
:satisfied:
TTC
I think I should mention this now: I love MD's that incorporate unique angles and symmetry.
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This is my favorite picture from your update. It's great that the building matches up, and faces the same way, with the Kremilin wall and the canal towards each other. I happen to enjoy these little types of detail. You're a great BAT'er, as well!
Oh my - this last update was terrific. Your creations and the surroundings you've put them in are just spectactular &hlp
Yes. Very, very good looking. And I adore the intricate road network that flows so effortlessly through the lots. I can't imagine how much time it must have taken you to achive that result. &apls
This was of course the most spectacular update so far. Love all of the buildings you have made for your citadel, also the set of walls, gates and towers are looking splendid. My personal favourite is the Citadel Palace, such grand BAT and quite unique in style.
I still can't grasp how you are able to make all this buildings as well as this MD in a relative short period of time, and also maintain this level of quality.
You 've done one of the amazing work on a MD, I've seen so far ! All your exclusive building are amazing ! Osturland is HUGE I love your city planing especialy aroud the parliament and inside the citadel !
Can't close my mouth &apls &apls
Well I'm back from my long weekend and I'm just now starting to settle in...although it turns out I'll be leaving again this weekend...so I'm doing alot of :-\ right now! :D
I thought I'd give some replies to all of the wonderful comments I received while I was away!
@Rooker1 - Thanks...I did created all of the buildings (with the exception of the two churches) with the hope that they would integrate well together to create a believable Government Citadel. I think I have acheived what I was aiming for so I'm glad you can appreciate it!
@Iamgoingtoeatyou - Well let me help you with that jaw...I find that tying rope around your head helps keep it from falling :D Seriously...I'm glad you enjoy the pictures.
@M4346 - Thanks for you kind words M. I hope to start releasing the buildings later this week--or over the weekend. Not all of the buildings have been lotted or modded for the larger community but I have several ready that I can begin to release (thanks to the great work of Barby!), so I'll get on that a little later. I'm glad you made the connection with the Kremlin and Red Square as that is really what I was shooting for. As for your diplomatic dispatch, I have a response developed by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs below. I have just the place for your flag to rest at Sanford Palace...I'm going to pm Geoff to get the Osturland flag figured out and then I can send it your way. I'm actually thinking about Batting a consulate building (embassy) so I'll let you know what I come up with...
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@Thundercrack83 - I'm glad you like it....I put alot of effort in creating the buildings and placing them in the capital city.
@Belfastuniguy - I do bat my own buildings ;D so thanks for the compliment. I'm glad to hear that I'm becoming one of your favorite MDs &blush When you are ready for diplomatic relations, let me know and we'll set it up :thumbsup:
@Badsim - Glad to hear you are interested in diplomatic relations...as I told M, I am considering creating an embassy to be distributed to nations who setup diplomatic relations with Osturland...so I'll let you know what I end up doing. So Antigone has Freemason roots? ah, we are practically bretheran! ;D I understand the language gap, if I was doing this in french there would be nothing for me to say ;) We'll have to put a request in to Geoff to get your flag flying %BUd% it looks great, btw...below is the official response by the Osturland government about creating diplomatic relations...again, thanks for your comments!
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@M4346 2nd post - Thanks for the intro to the next page ()flower()
@Kimcar - Thanks for the comments...I'm glad you enjoyed the Citadel!
@Strechnitz - Glad to hear you liked my interpretation of the Kremlin...I've always found the real complex quite fascinating. I've really tried to integrate the buildings so that they all fit even though they may be somewhat different architecturally...I'm glad you like it!
@Sebes - Well this is a bandwagon I don't mind people to jump on! :D I'm glad to hear that you like my work...
@Bat - Thanks alot, glad to see you like them.
@TheTeaCat - Thanks for stopping by, it is always a pleasure when a newcomer to the thread/or a lurker to the thread decides to post! I'm definately up for a cup! ()stsfd()
@Eddie - Thanks for the compliments...I've tried to incorporate details into the buildings and the lots as well as the Citadel walls...although the diagonal walls were a pain in the neck to create...actually I was never able to get them to line up quite perfectly &mmm At any rate, I was pleased with the overall effect and I'm glad that you like it too!
@Mattb325 - Thanks Matt...I'm glad you like what I was able to come up with!
@Emilin - I had a fun time playing around with the roads so that they weren't just a grid, but had some visual interest as well, whether they were diagonal or going from road to avenue to road. I'm glad you like the overall result, thanks for your comment!
@Kwakelaar - I'm glad to hear you like the final product (although you've seen the development of most of these ;) ). The Grand Citadel Palace is actually my favorite building in the complex as well. I really like the effect I was able to pull off with the chimneys in particular. Well, I haven't had much time to bat or play SC4 lately since I've been busy teaching, traveling, and now writing my dissertation...so we'll have to see what kind of progress I can keep up...for me all of this (SC4, SCDevotion, BSC, etc.) is my way to unwind at the end of the day so I always like to get a little something in, hopefully it is enough to keep some forward motion going on Osturland and my other projects.
@Nova Vesfalo - Glad to see someone else new to the thread post a comment! I'm glad you like what I've developed for Osturland. I actually started with the same map that you are using for Nova Vesfalo (the Prince Edward Island map at ST) and then added to it in certain places, added a few new rivers and made the whole thing larger. Thanks for appreciating my work so far!
Well I think that is all of the replies to date...I'm not sure when I'll get around to another update, but I'm thinking this weekend I might have some time. I'm actually traveling again, but I won't be gone all weekend, so we'll see what happens. I also plan to start releasing some of the Citadel bats this weekend. Some are ready for release while others are not, so we'll see where that leads us! As for the Citadel walls, I was thinking of releasing the straight parts with the towers (if there is interest), but not the diagonals as they never quite worked the way that I wanted them too...
Hope everyone has a good evening, morning, or afternoon depending on where you are on the globe!
Cheers...
First time BATs are more impressive than maker's CJ &apls
I can't even say my thoughts in english..it would be hard to say them in Finnish too ;D
I sense that Force is great in you.
(ps. release the diagonals as well, please)
I love the skill of your city :thumbsup:
I find it's european
wow... just... WOW.
that Citadel is amazing!!! :thumbsup:
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In fact , we are so neighbouring that I could locate AntiGone (just a city) on Osturland Island ... we wouldn't need diplomatic relationship . ;)
I'm working on Osturland's embassy for AntiGone . I really don't know in which MD I have to post this preview .... $%Grinno$%
Finally I decide to post it there . The least I can do in homage to your work . ::)
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Still a lot of props to add , waiting for our flying flags ...
Beautiful diplomatic certificates, Yoder! Congratulations to all who've begun diplomatic relations with Osturland!
Wonderfull embassy Badsim, and did you create those diagonal tiles yourself?
I guess the seal of Osturland is visible from airplanes flying over. :)
Strech.
Good stuff ... I lik eyour effort.
Almost 100 comments now.
And nobody likes to be #99 (but me) ;D
100th comment %BUd% ?$%kar&%h &bis& etc :P
Really nice city. The custom content is superb! Spot on :thumbsup:
Congratulations on 100 comments,
Yoder!Quote from: emilin on May 05, 2007, 03:17:49 AM
Almost 100 comments now.
And nobody likes to be #99 (but me) ;D
...And Wayne Gretzky!
Happy 102nd comment!! :thumbsup:
Congrats on more than 100th replies (now 103 :) )! :thumbsup:
First some replies.....
@Bengt - Thanks for the compliments...I may try to work on the diagonals a little more and see what happens, but I couldn't release them in their current state. I have one building uploaded on LEX right now and another one will soon be posted.
@Antoine - Thanks! I have your recent skyscraper gracing the skyline of my city....I'll show it in a few updates or so, so stay tuned!
@Guurgkud - Thanks for your kindness...I like the effect I've achieved and I'm glad you can appreciate it! Thanks!
@Badsim - Ahh yes...but diplomatic relationships can be much fun! I love the work you've done on the embassy for Osturland. The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is currently investigating potential ambassador candidates for your fair city. I also look forward to an upcoming visit by representatives of your city. Thanks again for the gift too!
@Thundercrack83 - Thanks...my photoshop skills are only now developing, but I love to experiment with new things. I remember seeing the seal done in a CJ at ST by Slann and thought, I wonder how he did that? So this is my attempt...Thanks again.
@Strechnitz - I like Badsim's acheivement as well, a very classy plaza for a very classy nation ;D!
@Colyn - Thanks, I'm glad you like what you see. Now you get an idea of what I had in the back of my mind during all of those development threads on the BSC boards :D
@emilin - Thanks for getting me that much closer to the next MD classification! It feels good being a Best Seller! :D
@Metasmurf - Thanks, I appreciate your comments...and thanks for making the 100th official!
@Thundercrack83, 2nd comment - Thanks!
@Guurgkud, 2nd comment - Thanks!
@Bat - Thanks!
Well everyone I've been swamped with RL lately so I haven't had as much time to play SC4...which means no updates ()sad() But don't be too sad, becuase I have a newspaper for toaday (my first, let me know what you think) and I have a real update almost finalized for this weekend. I'm going to introduce more on the government of Osturland, in particular the various ministries and their locations in the city. Without further ado...the Osturland Tribune....
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Hi Ryan ,
I shouldn't say that I'm impatient to see what will happen after this place under construction ;D... but I am ! %BUd%
I need to write a minumun storyboard about this visit to come , untill now I wasn't worried about this , AntiGone was a single city ... maybe has to become at least a territory or principality (with a presidency )... ::) . I'll let you know .
Great newspaper , I haven't seen everything on this subject but It's the best realistic newspaper looking that I know ... &apls
Except for the title error ... :D ... oh and the folding seems to show ... the last page ! ;D
Waiting for the update to come : :thumbsup:
Nice looking newspaper Ryan, looking forward to your update.
The newspaper looks great, my friend! I can't wait to see what is being built!
Wonderful looking newspaper! Looking forward to more!
Beautiful Old World approach.
A pleasure to peruse. Keep it up. :)
Before I post the first of a two part update I will respond to a few replies.....
@Badsim - You should have a good idea of what is coming in that spot :D I look forward to the official state visit...I have several festivities planned that I think would make a decent update :) Keep me posted with what you are thinking. Well that was my first attempt at a newspaper, I think I'll have more when in the future when I'm not ready to make a full-blown update, at any rate it was an interesting experiment...I hope you like what I have planned for today.
@Kwakelaar - Thanks, but wait no further as I have the first of a two part update ready right now :D
@Thundercrack83 - I'm glad you like the newspaper, but you'll have to wait and see at the upcoming Jubilee what is being built in that area! Hope you enjoy today's update.
@Bat - Thanks for the encouragement....hopefully there will be more to follow in the future.
@Flipside - Thanks for stopping by, I'm glad you like what I've posted so far ;)
Now on to the business of the day! In today's update I plan to introduce to you some more on the innerworkings of the Osturland Government. Below is a flow chart that captures the relationship between the three primary branches of government and the oversight capacity constitutionally granted to HRH. As you can see HRH primarily provides oversight to the Prime Minister, the Ministerial Cabinet, and the Supreme Court appointees (although not shown in this chart, I couldn't get the arrows to work properly for it &mmm). Recall that HRH (also known as Grand Master Templar) is selected by the Upper House of parliament, which is comprised of the descendents of noble Osturland birth. Additionally, the Upper House provides oversight to the Prime Minister as well as his or her appointees to the various positions in the Ministerial Cabinet. They also confirm members of the Supreme Court that are selected by the Lower House. The Lower House selects both the Prime Minister and members of the Supreme Court and provides oversight to the Prime Minister. Finally, the Prime Minister oversees the day-to-day operations of Osturland and has 14 members of the Ministerial Cabinet that divide the functional components of the government. In today's update I will go over five of these Ministries (in no particular order ;D ) and talk a little about what they do and where they are located in the capital of Payens.
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Below are pictures of the two most prominent political leaders in Osturland, the King and Prime Minister.
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HRH King William Gardannes
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The Ministry of Agriculture is responsible for providing Osturland farmers with all of the necessary resources for ensuring successful crop production each year. This ministry disburses government subsidies to farmers as well as ensures the quality of crop production in Osturland. While the farming industry in Osturland (in terms of overall number of farmers) is declining, crop production has never been higher. This is primarily due to the advances in farming research sponsored by this ministry. The ministry of Agriculture is headed by Lady Jennifer Bancroft (it is not uncommon for members of the Upper House to temporarily abdicate their positions in the House in order to serve in ministerial positions). The ministry is apart of the government quadrangle located to the west of the Citadel in the Government District. The Ministry of Agriculture occupies the north and south buildings in the quadrangle.
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The Ministry of Transportation is a vital ministry in the Osturland Cabinet. Also apart of the government quadrangle, the Ministry of Transportation occupies the east and west buildings in the quadrangle. This ministry is responsible for keeping traffic running smoothly throughout the country. It oversees the maintenance of all federal roads in the nation and holds standards for other thoroughfares in the counties and cities of Osturland. The ministry is also responsible for the operation of all airports and seaports throughout Osturland. Currently, the ministry is headed by Lord Frank J. Murray Sr.
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The Ministry of Education is one of the more important ministries in the Osturland Cabinet. While the ministry does not "officially" sponsor any institutions of education, it is responsible for providing oversight to all education institutions run by counties, cities, and private sponsors throughout Osturland. The ministry develops the national curriculum for primary and secondary education and provides accreditation to institutions of higher education in the nation. It is said by many that the Osturland educational system is the envy of Europe ;D. The Ministry of Education is currently run by the appointee Danyele M. Midddlestetter. Although important, the headquarters for the ministry is perhaps the furthest from the Government District. The Ministry of Education is located in the 4th Ward.
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The Ministry of Health and Human Services provides the underprivileged in Osturland society with health coverage. This ministry sponsors government welfare programs and oversees their implementation in the privatized healthcare system in Osturland. The ministry also oversees several research funding institutions for the advancement of new technologies and treatments in the medical sciences. The ministry is apart of a larger ministerial complex also located in the 4th Ward. The current head of the ministry is Rebecca L. Chandler.
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The last ministry showcased in this update is the Ministry of Finance. This ministry is responsible for the fiscal health of the nation. The ministry oversees the development of the Osturland budget as well as provides accounting and auditing services for the whole of the government complex. It is responsible for printing new monies for Osturland as well as the department of taxation which generates the revenue necessary for the nation to operate. The ministry is headed up by Lady Linday E. Mccroskey and is located in Payens prestigious 1st Ward.
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Well that is all for today! I hope you enjoyed the update...in the next one I will finish showing off the rest of the Osturland ministries dispersed throughout Payens. Till then,
Cheers!
Where is my jaw?! :o
The political stuff was allready stunning, but the city..the city..oooh..need medicine to my poor heart ;D
As always: a maginficent update! I must say that I would have found the consitutional situation a bit confusing... is it just me or does the Prime Minister get an almost president like status? Interesting stuff! :thumbsup:
WOW !!! ... I really like the building of the ministry of finance. Is it available soemwhere for download or still in the pipeline sort of speak? The entire update is high class, as usual and a joy to read ... :thumbsup:
Hello Yoder,
Interesting update. I like the crests you've made for each of your ministry. The Osturians haven't lost their heraldic origins have they? ;D
The Government graph is nicely done. The outlining of government is quite clear to me. And I like the austere appearance of the ministerial quadrangle. very nice.
Alarik the ministry of finance was done by a German Batter who shared it on www.Insims.de or www.simszone.de if I'm correct. I hope I have helped you there.
Strech.
Fantastic pictures of the political stuff! Great pictures! :thumbsup:
Well, the pictures of the city look absolutely beautiful, my friend! I love the Ministry of Finance complex, especially! Also, I love the diagram you made about how the government in Osturland works. Very good work! Can't wait to see what you're going to do next!
Hi Ryan ,
What is particularly (and deliciously ) inequitable with a MD written by a BATer like you , is that we can only go from surprise to surprise ... $%Grinno$%
The ministry of transportation is an unusual building concept ... I love it , of course , even if the Lot is a bit bare for my taste . &apls
I'm glad you've got the "Rathaus" as ministry of finance ...wonderful Lot this time . :thumbsup: ... reading the comments before mine , a lot of desires are going to be frustrated : this BAT was effectively available on a German site a few years ago but has disappeared since ...just like some masterpieces from Torremayor .... ::)
I enjoy too your work on seals and banners , an elegant addition to this MD which could have lived without ... sign of a meticulous and exacting mind .
Congratulations , Ryan . ;)
Thank you Strechnitz and Badsim for the added infor about the "Rathaus". Its a shame it isn't available anymore as I find it a beautiful building and it is missing from my collection. Hopefully it will surface someday again.
EDIT: The Rathaus was made by Meister-Z ... and I do have it ;D ... I had placed it in the folder for Erdmoebel ()stsfd()
No ministry of Pictures? Because I'm sure that ministry would get a ton of money due to its wonderful work showcasing this lovely MD. Your BATs combined with the environment = success!
Perfect pictures of a very well designed government area... The area around the Ministry of Finance is absolutely top notch &apls
Great to see more of Payens and this new presentation of its ministries, I keep spotting small details in the images from the city. The canals, the GLR track and the different intersections all make up for a very diverse scenery in the capital of Osturland.
Like Badsim I also noticed all the ministries have seals, you must enjoy making things like that :D because there is a lot of it in this MD.
I read the workings of government in the country but I am afraid this kind of litterature is wasted on me, I find it quite hard to follow &dd though I can't help wonder; where have I seen the Prime Minister before? ???
I hope that somebody can remember the site of the building of the minister because the
building is magnificant. Great work Yoder &apls
How about some replies....
@Bengt - I'm glad you like the political updates so far...1 more to go to show off the remaining ministries...I hope you find your jaw :D
@Emilin - Thanks for the compliment...you are right that the Prime Minister does act as a quasi-president. He is the most powerful person in the political structure, but has alot of oversight from parliament as well as the king. Thanks again for your kind words.
@Alarik - No the Ministry of Finance is not one of my buildings, but others have told you where you can find it...although, like Badsim, I think it is no longer available anywhere. There are many great bats that have disappeared over the course of time, it is such a shame. &mmm Thanks for your comments on the update.
@Strech - Thanks! I have enjoyed making the crests, but there are soo many ministries that coming up with 14 different designs has been kindof hard. I still have a couple to finish before I present the part 2 update, but I'll get to them here in the next few days. The people of Osturland love pomp and circumstance and the heraldry fits that nicely. Thanks for providing direction to Alarik, like I said above, I'm not sure if it is actually available anymore or not, but I don't think so. Thanks again Strech.
@Bat - Thanks Bat, I'm glad you liked it!
@Thundercrack83 - Great, I'm glad you liked the Ministry of Finance. It is one of my favorites out of all the ministry buildings. The lotting was particularly fun to do. Glad you liked the diagram, I find that diagrams can help me keep my story straight :D
@Badsim - Welcome back my friend! Yes, I knew that the lot for the quadrangle would be too empty for you, but the complex is not one lot, but rather 4 (one for each building) and so I found it hard to get the fillers to work quite right. At one point I had lightpoles and some people, but nothing seemed to line up right, so I thought I'd let it go....just another bland and boring government complex :D Now the Ministry of Finance I could do something about. I had alot of fun with this lot and like what I've acheived. In a latter mosaic, I'll zoom in a bit closer and take some pictures of it. Thanks for the direction for Rathaus, I think you are correct that the bat is no longer available, but I haven't looked in awhile. Glad to hear you liked the seals/crests...they have taken some time to get right, but they have been fun to make...just some little details. As always, thanks for your comments!
@Alarik 2nd comment - Alright! I'm glad you found it. I have the same problem...whenever I see something I like I download it and then place it in a misc folder and forget exactly what I have.
@Yoman - Nope, no ministry of pictures, but I do have a Ministry of Information that I'll showcase in the next update ;D They deal with pictures...., technically :D Glad to hear that you like what I've presented Yoman!
@Sebes - Thanks Sebes, I'm glad you like the various government areas I've put together. The Ministry of Finance has to be top notch since it is in the prestigious 1st Ward district...nothing less would be found acceptable! Again, thanks for your kind words.
@Kwakelaar - Thanks for your compliments! As I've mentioned, the ministry seals have been fun, but there are so many that coming up with new designs is somewhat difficult, but I only have a couple left to finish before my next update so I'm almost done :-[ As for the Prime Minister....you recognize him? Really? Yes, he is a quite famous actor here in the states...his name is Philip Seymour Hoffman (definately one of my most favorite actors). He won an oscar last year for his role in the movie Capote, but we'll forget about all of that and think only of him as the Prime Minister of Osturland, yes? :D Thanks again for your kind words!
@Ajax_Amsterdam - Thanks for you comments. I'm glad you like what I've done so far!
Well all, I'm planning part 2 of the ministry segment for this weekend, so until then......cheers!
Wow, that's some amazing ministries... :)
Hey, what building is the Ministry Of Finance based off?
Uff, Yoder, yours government buildings and political structure is fantastic. Great idea and great realization &apls &apls &apls
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@Badsim - Welcome back my friend! Yes, I knew that the lot for the quadrangle would be too empty for you, but the complex is not one lot, but rather 4 (one for each building) and so I found it hard to get the fillers to work quite right. At one point I had lightpoles and some people, but nothing seemed to line up right, so I thought I'd let it go....
Hi Ryan,
No no no , I think you haven't to let it go ... $%Grinno$% ... just edit that BAT as Prop , then create a normal Lot with the BAT as building plus 3 others as props ... ;D . Be another boring perfectionnist ! :D
See you next ...
For those interested in the building used by Yoder as the financial ministry ... have a look at THIS (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=1311.new#new) link
The city looks very great. Fine work.
Thanks to all for the praise about the Rathaus.
PErhaps i will comeback in the SimCity community.
Drops dead...... wonderful update. I also love the political aspect of this MD, something I enjoy alot. &apls &apls
Is that finance building a personal creation?? If so it's fabulous and is it available to download???
As mentioned in Stropon's MD, I will be inactive for several weeks due to exam issues so my apologies for any missed updates. Once I return I will comment in full, as well as potential talks on further diplomatic relations.
Goodness me....what an amazing MD! I can't believe i have never dropped by before! Please accept my apologies!!
The use of BAT's and the way everything is planned is just stunning. I love all the political background to your MD and i will be making regular visits back here now!!
Great work Yoder &apls
Official Correspondence.
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In one word, The Empire of Stropon is honoured to accept your offer.
Strech.
simply stunning :thumbsup: &apls
Great stuff! ;D Your citadel area is most impressive. What did you select for the walls around it? I like those.
You have a gift for government structures. Osterland is a rockin' place! :thumbsup:
Much to see and read since I was last here. The history and government stories were very informative.
I must say your plugins folder fits exceptionally well - both old and new buildings (and the selected Maxis ones) all work together brilliantly - but, if you'll allow me a tm moment - where did you get the circular underground carpark? It looks very nifty indeed
First some replies..... ::)
@Glenni - Thanks for the comments, the Ministry of Finance is a building by Meister-Z and I believe it is based on the Rathaus in Vienna.
@Danthe - Glad to hear you like it!
@Badsim - Well it turns out that building is a prop anyways, so I've been doing some work on it in LE...just not done with it yet :) I'll show a picture of it when I get it done, but there are other pressing matters at the moment, like this update :D
@Serkanner - Thanks for stopping by and directing traffic...glad to hear you take on this project of getting some classics back available for the masses ;D
@Meister-Z - Thanks for your comment...thanks for your great creation too, I couldn't have a Ministry of Finance without it. I'm sure that many would enjoy your renewed presence.
@Belfastuniguy - Glad to hear you liked the update, hopefully you'll like this one ;D The Ministry of Finance is now available on LEX, it is a creation by Meister-Z. Well, sorry to hear you are going to be inactive for awhile, we'll be here when you get back :D
@Pipishere - Thanks for stopping by Pip! Consider yourself forgiven :D :P Well I look forward to future comments from you!
@Strechnitz - Glad to hear an official response from the Stropon government, we'll be setting up your permanent residence in Payens shortly.
@Jayo - Thankyou very much!
@Schulmanator - Thanks, I've done a lot of work in batting and lotting to get the Citadel in the shape it is today...glad to hear you like what I've done. The wall set is my own creation that I plan to release on LEX sometime in the future ;)
@Mattb325 - Thanks for your comment Matt! I don't mind TM moments :D Actually, I'm surprised that more people didn't comment on the Helix Parking Garage. It is actually a parking garage by McDrye that was never released to the general public. Jeronij worked on a version where he rendered and modded it as a parking garage and then turned it over to Swamper77 for the pathing. I don't think that Swamper77 ever finished working on it, there might have been technical difficulties in getting the cars to stay on the road right...Anyways, this is one of those lots that you get as a perk with being a member of the BSC ;D If you get on the board and go to the dungeon you can find McDrye's old transportation related buildings thread and it is attached to a post by Jeronij on the 6th page. Enjoy!
OK, now that the business is out of the way...ON TO THE UPDATE.....Ministries Part 2!
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The Ministry of Justice is one of the more important ministries in Osturland. This ministry is taxed with upholding and enforcing the county and federal laws among the Osturland people; including the prosecution of wrongdoers. It also provides administration over the many federal law enforcement agencies in Osturland. The Ministry of Justice is in the 2nd Ward of Payens, directly across the canal from the Osturland Parliament and Leudin Plaza (seen in the foreground of this picture). The ministry is headed by Lord Dennis E. Keating.
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As previously mentioned in the Citadel update, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs is located in the Administration Building in the Payens Citadel across from the Grand Citadel Palace. This ministry is responsible for Osturland's diplomatic relationships throughout the world. Within its walls, future diplomats and ambassadors see first had how well Osturland works with its allies and the trouble it can cause for its enemies :P Indeed, the ministries' chief administrators work with other nations to broker peace and civility in the world and to help negotiate fair trade for all nations. The ministry is headed by Lord Alfred M. Laugier
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The other ministry housed within the walls of the Payens Citadel is the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This ministry is responsible for Osturland domestic security and emergency response. Some of the departments within the ministry include the Emergency Response Administration, the Office for Immigration Affairs and Citizenship, and Port and Travel Security Administration. Some of Osturland's top secret intelligence agencies are also directed through the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Currently, Hattie B. Turley is responsible for the administration of the Ministry.
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The Ministry for Domestic Planning is located in Payens 2nd Ward behind the Ministry of Justice. This ministry occupies two buildings built across from each other, separated by a small plaza commemorating key figures in the early administration of the Ministry of Justice. The plaza is locally known as Justice Park. This ministry is responsible for the maintenance of the natural beauty of Osturland via its parks system as well as directing the physical development of all of Osturlands cities and counties. The Housing and Urban Development Department is run through this ministry and helps poor families in Osturland secure shelter through its housing programs. All building projects in Osturland must receive authorization through this ministry in order to legally construct new facilities or structures. The ministry is headed by Lester A Ebosh Sr.
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The Ministry of Information is one of the largest ministry structures in Payens. It is located in the 4th Ward and employees the second most number of individuals of any of the other ministries (except the Ministry of War). This ministry is responsible for the postal and parcel service in the nation and also is responsible for regulating the operation of all Osturland media outlets. At one time, the ministry was responsible for pro-Osturland propaganda, but this function has since been dissolved. The only remnants of propaganda that can be found today is the Osturland-sponsored Osturland Broadcasting Network, which has offices and studios inside the ministry. Even though much of the OBN is today funded by Osturland citizens, it is still difficult for the citizenry to separate the network from the government. It does however remain one of the government's harshest critics. The Ministry of Information is currently headed by Harold K Tallet.
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The Ministry of Commerce is located across the canal from the Osturland Parliament, one block east of the Ministry of Justice in the 2nd Ward of Payens. This ministry is responsible for promoting economic development throughout the land. It is also responsible for monitoring the impact of the trade relations Osturland has with its neighbors and friends on Osturland businesses and corporations. Currently in charge of the Ministry of Commerce is Frederick W.Dynys.
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Also located in the 2nd Ward of Payens, directly to the north of the Ministry of Commerce is the Ministry of Labor. This ministry monitors the labor markets in Osturland. It is responsible for providing oversight to the global development of the Osturland workforce as well as ensuring that Osturland workers are not being taken advantage of in the workplace. This ranges from occupational safety to ensuring that all Osturland workers have equal employment opportunities. This is one of the newest ministries added to the roster of government workers in the last 50 years. Currently, Floyd Mcrittchie is the Minister of Labor to the Prime Minister.
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The Ministry of Energy is one of the most vital ministries in the Osturland government. This ministry is responsible for maintaining Osturland energy supply as well as acquiring new sources of energy through research or discovery of new deposits. Much of Osturland relies on nuclear energy and this ministry is charged with keeping this form of energy safe for the people of Osturland. The ministry occupies two identical buildings that are separated by the Grand Army Plaza. Across from both buildings is the Ministry of War, hence the purpose of the Grand Army Plaza. Located in Payens 4th Ward, the Ministry of Energy is just over the bridge to the east of the Payens Citadel.
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The largest ministry in Osturland is the Ministry of War. It employees the most people and has the most land and building facilities than any other ministry. In fact, it is the largest employer of any organization in Osturland. The ministry is divided into three divisions. The Osturland Army, Navy and Air Force. All three branches of service have their office headquarters located in the Ministry of War. The primary function of the ministry is to protect Osturland from attack from other nations. The Osturland Government has a strict anti-preemptive attach doctrine. Even though the ministry is called the Ministry of War (a relic of WWII times) it is really a ministry of self-defense. Currently, the chief civilian for the Osturland Armed Services is George M. Ivery
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The last few pictures are of the Grand Army Plaza, which seperates the Ministries of War and Energy.
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Well that is all from me for now...you have been exposed to all of the Ministries of the Osturland Government. In the next few updates, I'll probably showcase scenes from around Payens...till then,
Cheers!
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:o omggg &apls
WoW....your pic's are amazing and those BAT's !! :o
Osturland is truely beautiful and everything is in perfect harmony!
Great MD,i'll be back for more!! &apls
I'm in awe...and speechless. Incredible. I really don't know what else to say. Simply incredible.
Great looking capital area
I like how youve taken into account a government needs lots of office space, not just a fancy looking building
im unfamiliar with the tower you used for the ministry of information. is it one of your own that hasnt been released? If not, where can I find it?
This is a spectacular CJ, made all the more spectacular with your great BATs. &apls
It is wonderful, I adore ...
... Excel choices for each building, the organization of your city is perfect :thumbsup:
Excellent Update ... Bravo ! &apls
Awesome pictures! Great buildings! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Wow, super job. I really like how you have everything laid out so well, lots of parks and the city doesn't look too over crowded.
Robin :thumbsup:
Hello Ryan ,
I noticed too that Helix Parking Garage , but each time I see there an unknown BAT (for me) , I think it's one of your secret ones ... ;D
Like for this update about the ministry of commerce ...??? ... $%Grinno$%
Great harmony as always , I love your transformation of Trafalgar Square , my favorite is Grand Army Plaza : plain (strict) & stylised ...beautiful ! :thumbsup: &apls
@Zaphod ; It's an "old" (several years :D ) japanase BAT , right now I don't remember from which creator , the name of this BAT is "Pudong..." something like this . ::)
Waiting impatiently for the next update .... ;)
It's just insane ! Your BATs add a great touch of realism. The Ministry of commerce building is it your creation ?
Ohh a stunning update! I was planning on doing somehting simular in my CJ but i doubt it will be a fab as yours.
Great work :D
No words for such great photos! &apls &apls &apls
Thanks for sharing
Dammit! I knew I should have taken the time to relot the Palacio BAT properly for my own journal. ;D
Your version looks amazing, frankly! And the fountain across the street tops it off perfectly. Wow! :thumbsup:
I love this CJ &apls &apls
Hi Yoder,
Strange but I was really under the impression I already commented your new update. must be a figment of my own immagination...oh well ???
Yet again a wonderfull update. I really like the order you incorporate in your city planning. so different from my own eclectic habbit of ramming as much buildings as possible into one spot. ;) And your choice of buildings is very good indeed. it was yet again a joy to read.
Strech.
How about some replies!
@iamgoingtoeatyou - Oh, well I hope that means I did good...I take it from the applause that it is :D
@Fledder200 - Thanks, I try to strike a balance so that buildings look like they should go together rather than just a hodge podge of what I like...although that happens sometimes anyways ;D
@Thundercrack83 - Thanks for you comments, I'm glad you liked my little update :)
@Zaphod - Thanks, I've put alot of work into getting it to come out, hopefully, nice. I've tried to select buildings that might somewhat resemble the types of ministries they are supposed to be housing...personally I like 75% of my choices :D Anyways, the building in question is called Pudong International Information Port by torremayo. I think Badsim is right, you could find it if you search through the Massively Gigantic Japanese BAT Gallery at ST. I can't exactly remember where in the pages it is located. Good luck!
@Snorrelli - Glad that you like my MD. It has been most fun sharing pictures from around Osturland with the SC4Devotion community!
@Snaper - Thanks for your comments. It makes me happy to know that my work in uploading these pictures goes appreciated ;D By the way, I really like what you have started with London. :thumbsup:
@Bat - Thanks bat...feel free to stop by any time! Glad you like my MD.
@Rooker1 - Thanks, the city really isn't very overcrowded. I've tried to incorporate large green spaces in the city in order to help keep pollution levels low as well as keep the city looking good asthetically.
@Badsim - It is alwasy a pleasure to hear from you! Yes the Helix Parking Garage isn't mine to release, but it is a great little parking lot. Rest assured that in the future I will make it known if a bat I'm showcasing is mine or not ;) The ministry of commerce building is not mine but is something I downloaded from one of the German sites (I think). I believe it is called "T Neu." I'm not sure if it is available any more or not. Maybe it should be apart of the Lost Treasures of the Bat Gods work being done. I'll have to PM Serkanner. Thanks for the comment on Trafalgar Square, I had alot of fun working that out...it was really the result of more of an experiment than intentional lot making. I like Grand Army Plaza as well...particularly the night view is quite nice. Thanks for helping out Zaphod.
@Air6 - Thanks for your comments, I'm glad you like my BATs. The ministry of commerce is addressed in Badsim's comment.
@Pipishere - Glad to see you visit again! I've drawn inspiration for Osturland from Royal Cytheria as well as your CJ before that....Cordovia? I can't remember, but that sounds right. Thanks again for your comments!
@Sebes - Thanks for stopping by! I'm glad you liked the pics of the various ministries.
@Emilin - Thanks, I'm glad you liked that little government complex with the justice and planning ministries. I really like the fountain plaza across the street...it is one of my favorite spots in all of Osturland.
@JJ - I'm glad you like it...I also noticed that you've added Osturland in your signature...thanks very much! :)
@Strechnitz - I know how that goes....I get lost in MDs sometimes and forget what I've read and what I haven't and where I've commented and where I haven't. I'm glad you liked the ministries update! It was fun to make.
Well I took some pictures of Osturland today and hope to organize them into a future upday....could be today, could be tomorrow, could be whenever!...but I'm leaning to soon ;D :D
So I finished getting my photos together for an update! Here are some pictures from the 1st Ward in Payens, Osturland.
Here is a picture of the whole of the 1st Ward. The 1st Ward is located directly east of the Government Center in Payens and directly north of the Payens Citadel. Some of the noteworthy buildings include the Osturland Ministry of Finance, the new Jubilee Dome, the 1st Ward Municipal Hospital, Osturland National Cathedral, and Gardannes Central Rail Station. There are many multinational businesses that call the first ward home as well. Hope you enjoy some of the pictures of the 1st Ward.
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We begin with some photos taken of the recently constructed Jubilee Dome. The dome was built in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of King William Gardannes rule in Osturland. Incidentally, the King will turn 83 years old later this year. Jubilee festivities will take place in the dome during the week leading up to the anniversary of the King's coronation and will serve as a state exhibition hall after the Jubilee Celebration. Several musical concerts are planned for the Jubilee Dome, as well as in Grant Park, and an exhibit depicting the events occuring throughout the King's rule will be on display for much of the remainder of the year.
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Directly north of the new Jubilee Dome is a bridge connecting the 1st Ward of Payens to the 2nd Ward. While the Ministry of Finance is located in Payens 1st Ward, the financial district of the city is actually the 2nd Ward in Payens.
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Now for some mosaics around the 1st Ward:
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:o you're killin' me yoder! &apls
It's very beautiful ;)
The distant sight it's wonderful, and we can see that it is very well organized :thumbsup:
Bravo l'ami &apls
One word to describe this!
Intense ()stsfd()
Quote from: JJ on May 25, 2007, 04:05:20 PM
One word to describe this!
Intense ()stsfd()
I couldn't have put it better myself! The First Ward is outstanding, my friend. With each update, you continue to impress and mesmerize me! Keep it up!
Another excellent update! Beautiful work! :thumbsup:
*screams*
IT'S SO SEXY!
You've seriously outdone yourself, yoder. It's getting better and better!
And suddenly there was another update to enjoy. &hlp
Payens posses so much style and grace, it is a very beautiful city, must have taken a lot of time to get it this far.
The taller structures are well incorpareted with your older buildings and the cathedral has found its natural place in close proximity to the citadell and one of its gates.
As so often with these kind of city images the squares and streets are as important as the buildings, and you seem to master this aspect of citybuilding effortlessly.
I also enjoyed your last update on the ministries of Osturland, and the rest of the seals, I did not quite get the one from the Ministrie of Information though, something to do with a certain level of censorship?
Indeed my first CJ was Cordovia...well remembered lol! Well your update was cracking! I love the bridge and your second mosaic the best....fabulous! &apls
nice and pleasant update, 1st ward is nice ! The mix of commercial highrise and the cathedral work well (like the old buildings next to the canal). The avenue+tramwaybridge is stunning !
The global transportation system layout is really nice !
A few quick replies....
@iamgoingtoeatyou - purely unintentional my friend, purely unintentional :D :D :D glad you like it though!
@Snaper - Thanks for your kind words, I thought the overview shot of the 1st Ward would provide some perspective for the mosaics, again I'm glad you liked the update.
@JJ - Thanks! I appreciate your kind words.
@Thundercrack83 - I'm pleased that you liked my efforts, I try to be creative and draw inspiration from the work of others. Thanks for you comment.
@Bat - Thanks bat, I'm glad you liked the update.
@Shadow Assassin - ***covers ears from scream*** Thanks SA! I'm pleased that you liked the update...hopefully I can keep up with your expectations ;D
@Kwakelaar - Thanks for stopping by! I rebuilt the 1st Ward a couple of times to get it into its current state. I constantly see things that I do not like and want to re-do, but several parts of the city I have decided that what I've acheived is good enough...this is the case with the 1st Ward...so I'm glad you like the finished product! I'm glad you liked the last of the ministry seals....with respect to the Ministry of Information, the regulation doesn't have anything to do with the content of the media, but rather with the technical side of Osturland communications...(like overseeing the quality of the technical infrastructure of Osturland media outlets...etc.) so not so much censorship...
@Pipishere - glad to hear that I correctly remembered your first CJ! I'm glad you liked the pics...that bridge had been a source of frustration for me. I designed the bridge in LE and transit enabled it, but when I plopped it and connected it, the maxis props for the avenue kept overwritting my new bridge...finally I got lucking plopping it once..it worked..and I immediately saved the game :D Anyways, thanks for stopping by, Pip!
@Nova Vesfalo - Thanks for stopping by! I'm glad you liked the layout of the 1st Ward...Transportation is a major concern for the people of Payens...our transportation network includes the GLR, subway, and bus system...I have a transportation update planned for the future! Thanks again for you comments!
Thanks for the comments everyone...I'm planning my next update for later this week. Till then, Cheers!
I'm speechless! Beautiful, one of the best MD / CJ ever &apls espically those canals and trams..oooh..
Yoder7652, awesome update. The tram line looks great. I have finally tried it out in my city and the sims seem to love it. I have very high commuters, what about you? I ran mine trough my DT only though. Do you run yours through DT and Res.?
Anyways.....great work once again!
Robin :thumbsup:
Hello Ryan ,
Sorry to be late with you ... :P
Awesome mosaics of the city of style & grace , like said Kwakelaar ... I noticed your use of some MAXIS' buildings , good choice , some of them are really beautiful . You give me regrets with your great GLR network . I gave up with it after too much game crashes before I learned the trick to use it correctely . Now that's too late for me , this would request too much changes ... ::)
About T Neu building , strange news ; I downloaded it some time ago and have forgotten it because I didn't find it in any menu . After have checked my plugins and have had a look with LE , it seems that I only got the Model & Desc files ... no Lot . ()sad()
Anyway , " Long Life to Osturland !" , from AntiGone , where Osturland's embassy has been just inaugurated . ;D
To the next . ;)
&apls
amazing, Osturland sends out a sereen feeling and everything looks so in order!
i realy like the way your handeling the LE...truely amazing!!
Your amazing Buildings are in Liaane aswell, i just love the perfect look of them!!
i say "amazing" a lot do i? :P
Ahh, yoder - one day I will be able to emulate such elegant precision in my cities. :-\ $%Grinno$%
The overviews of the city and the avenues over the canal are just top-notch &apls
BTW - wasn't able to get the parking lot, but it's not to worry As the saying goes, membership has its priveledges ()stsfd()
Hi Yoder.
The first ward is very impressive. I like the way you have arranged the buildings and the excuisite mosaics. The Jubilee Dome is (apart from a great millenium dome bat) a wonderfull 'temporary' addition to the city. And a perfect location for the celebrations. One could say that the 12 masts could be regarded as a stialised crown of Osturland.
Strech.
A few quick replies.....
@Bengt - Thanks for the compliment...I'm glad you like my MD. I love the canals by Oppie and the tram textures are top notch IMO...thanks to the creators of custom content!
@Rooker1 - Thanks Robin! I'm glad you like the tram line...I hope to do an update about the transportation system in Payens in the near future. My sims tend to love GLR too. I also have very high numbers of ridership on the tram lines. My GLR network is integrated with my subway system so between the two, they cover much of the city of Payens. The GLR tends to be downtown and in the historic distric and the subway runs everywhere else. Thanks for your interest :)
@Badsim - Better late than never :P :D I'm glad you liked the mosaics. Ahhh the GLR...that was a source of frustration when I was implementing it. Now with the draggable GLR in Nam, it is a snap! The biggest problem with putting it in my city is that I had to plan far in advance what I wanted to place where so that the GLR and roads would not get in the way, it made my game experience to be more calculated than I like (I like to just build where I feel the urge :D ). I'm glad you found the T Neu building...I remembered after your post that when I downloaded it, there was no lot for it...so I made my own. I actually forgot that I had it in my plug in folder until I saw an update by Sepsis when he used it in Rodina, and then I decided to make something out of it. I'm sure that making a lot for the building will not be a difficult feat for you ;D I look forward to seeing what you come up with for this great building. I saw the new embassy and must say that the leaders of Osturland are very pleased with such a handsome looking facilities! Thanks...always!
@Fledder200 - ahhh you don't say amazing too much :D I'm glad you like Osturland and like my feeble attempts at the LE. I've been learning much by admiring the work of Badsim and Antigone. I'm glad to hear that some of my buildings are in Liaane...I'm gald you like my handywork ;D Again, thanks for the comment!
@Mattb325 - please...elegant precision...you're crazy! :P I'm am working on Osturland countryside and I'm trying to emulate the level of nature found in your MD. Your use of seasonal trees, rocks, mayor mod plops...is amazing! I'm glad you liked the overviews of the 1st Ward...I hope to show more of the city in the comming weeks. Couldn't find the parking lot?...or is the link dead, if it is pm me and I'll send it to you! Again, thanks Matt.
@Strechnitz - I'm glad you liked the 1st ward Strech. I had alot of fun making the Jubille (millenium) Dome...it actually was one of the fastest bats I've ever made. During the celebrations I'll hopefully have some fireworks overhead so I look forward to sharing some more pictures of it with the community. Come to think of it, the masts do look sort of like a crown :D I would've never thought of that...that is what makes you so creative Strech!...thinking outside the box ;D Thanks for your comment.
Well everyone this weekend I have several updates planned for the Jubilee Celebration of HRH King William Gardannes. I'm planning two updates one on friday and the other on sunday. Most of the materials are together now, but I do have a few things left to make/take pictures of so I'll keep this short. Below is piece that Time put together in honor of King William and his anniversary bash. I hope you all enjoy it!
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Hi Yoder,
That is a very tastefull article. Time magazine has a very nice background article on King Gardannes. I look forward to reading the rest of the article. and the rest of the jubilee.
Good luck assembling everything :thumbsup:
Strech.
That's a nice title page of that newspaper! Also great article! :thumbsup:
Oooops ... I think it's time to prepare my luggage ... (I'm the personal adviser of president Eniaux , so he never travels without me ) .
See you next at Payens itself . ;)
Excellent teaser papers . :thumbsup:
... and congratulations for your first challenge at "SC4 Pictures Competition" , though I'm a bit annoyed you posted it against Snaper ... ;D
Great newspaper update Yoder....the article made for a nice little read. :)
A few quick replies....
@Strechnitz - Glad you like the Time Magazine piece...I have more text planned, but I haven't finished the article yet. I think it will be rather short as I have to finish the weekend updates and I'm running short on time (this is finals week at my university and I'm grading my students exams :thumbsdown:, but this weekend marks the beginning of summer and I'll have a little more time :thumbsup: ). As always thanks for you comments and your input into the weekend celebrations!
@Bat - Thanks, I'm glad you liked what I worked up for the commemorative issue. I had alot of fun making the layout and "doctoring" that photo of King William ;D As always, thanks for your comment!
@Badsim - YES! you do need to get your luggage together! I have a special chariot to bring your delegation to Osturland that I've pm'd you about $%#Ninj2 Thanks for the congrats on the picture competition...I love the picture by Snaper, but I thought it was one of the only opportunities to place a parade pic v. a parade pic...and I had just finished working on Patrick :P
@Pipishere - Thanks for stopping by! Im glad you liked the article...be sure to check in this weekend as I'll have a couple of updates that I hope you'll enjoy!
Well everyone, I'm still on track for this weekend...I've been making some new lots, doing some new bats, and dabbeling with photoshop! Till then.....Cheers!
New lots and BATs?? [insert expectant drool here!]
Can't wait! ()stsfd()
Very much looking forward to this weekend then.
It's true that I 'm owned by your very beautiful image ;D
But like we say in french : C'est de bonne guerre :P I hope that you can translate this phrase ;D
10-0 it's a little severe :P no ?
The first ward pictures were a pleasure to look again Ryan, so much style as you capture there, just amazing. The newspaper is very promissing.... looking forward again to the next update my friend!
a few replies before the 1st of the Jubilee Celebration updates!
@Schulmanator - Yes, a few new lots and Bats...although I'm not sure what/if any will be upload worthy ::) but they will make for some interesting pictures at least. ;D No need to wait any longer, the first of the updates is here!
@Kwakelaar - Glad to hear it...wait no longer, the first update is here **runs off to finish taking pictures for the second promised update so Kwakelaar isn't disappointed** ;D As always, glad to see you around.
@Snaper - I wouldn't say owned...I think my picture just had a little shock value. I was able to translate and my response would be that you were a most worthy opponent! ;D I do hope you will resubmit your picture again in the future as I would like to vote for it again! Thanks for stopping by.
@Sebes - Thanks Sebes! I appreciate your comments and I'm glad you like what I've recently put together. After all the Jubilee stuff I'll have another set of mosaics of the government district. Till then....everyone will have to make due with this update! ;D
OK....now that those have been addressed, let's get on to the business of the day (or evening depending where you are on the globe :D ).
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Welcome everyone to our ongoing coverage of HRH King William Gardannes' Jubilee Celebration. I'm Catie Kouric and you're watching Today's News on the Osturland Broadcasting Network. Isn't it marvelous that only a short 50 years ago our most admired monarch took the throne in Osturland? Of course I guess I can't remember it since I wasn't even born yet then *winks to the camera*. Throughout the capital city of Payens, celebrating and rejoicing abound. The federal government has a flurry of activities setup for King William and many public demonstrations for people of all ages to enjoy. We now go live to our man on the ground covering the first of the major public events in Payens, the Jubilee Parade. Latt Mauer....Latt are you there?
Latt: Yes I'm here Catie...you are coming through loud and clear! Hello everyone! Welcome to the Jubilee Parade! The parade is currently taking place in Payens 4th Ward right on Gardannes Avenue, how appropriate right? Parade officials tell us that there are many new parade balloons made specifically for this event. We go now to aerial pictures of the first float and I'm joined by my colleague Veredith Mieira. Tell us Veredith what is the first float coming our way?
Veredith: Well Latt, the first float coming down Gardannes Ave. is that lovable skateboarding kid...Oscar from the OBN morning cartoon lineup. Always getting into trouble with family and friends, this rambunctious kid loves to hang out, have a good time, skateboard, and of course eat alot of pizza. Coming up right behind Oscar is the melodious stylings of the Payens University Marching Band.
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Latt: My 7-year old son just loves that Oscar...and how marvelous does that band sound? Top notch, really!
Veredith: That's right Latt...next up is a lesser known character from Disney's Finding Lemo...did anyone say cowabunga? Yes it is Mario the surfing fish!...Followed directly by the animated star that everyone loves from the Fox network in America...Bart Simpson! The Simpsons have now officially been on the air for almost as long as King William has been on the throne of Osturland, hahaha!
Latt: Hahaha, great one Veredith!
Catie: Not too much of a fun time you two! Veredith what do you see next?
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Veredith: Well...It looks like, oh yes it is...it is Mr. Potato Head. Mr. Potato Head is the oldest balloon in today's parade. He has seen years and years of faithful service to various parades around Payens and really around the whole of Osturland. His last appearance was just this past year in the Annual Founders Day Celebration here in Payens. On a personal note...this was one of my favorite toys growing up...in fact, I still play with my Mr. Potato Head, but you didn't hear that from me, Latt!
Latt: I know what you mean Veredith. Mr. Potato Head was very impactful during my formative years...Although I haven't picked one up in at least a year or two.
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Latt: Anyone else hear music?
Veredith: Oh yes, that is the Herrington Military Academy Marching 280! One of the most renowned marching bands in Osturland, they are known throughout the world just for their size!
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Latt: I think I spy a new float! Yes...yes I think I do...
Veredith: La la la la la la la la la la la la....That's right, Latt...the next float is a new one to Osturland parades. It is one of the Smurfs. The fun loving Smurfs have a merry time although I've always wondered why there were so few girl Smurfs? Huh, well it must just be one of the mysteries of nature.
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Catie: My kids just love watching the Smurfs, although now there are only on the Cartoon Network, I wonder why it took the organizers of Osturland parades so long to come up with a Smurf balloon? At any rate, it looks like there is another new balloon coming up behind the Smurf.
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Veredith: Indeed it is Catie. It is another balloon based on Disney's Finding Lemo. Stuart is the lovable fish Lemo finds to protect him from the shrimp in the movie. Stuart is actually the largest of all the balloons in today's parade. Next up is the Osturland Military Drum and Bugle Corps. These guys and gals play private concerts with HRH....of course in the context of their larger ensemble, the Osturland Military Band.
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Latt: Well it looks like another Disney character is making its way down Gardannes Avenue. Is that...oh yes, it is Flik from Disney Pictures, A Bug's Life. Flik is one of the smallest balloons in the parade, even still...he has to always be on the lookout for those grasshoppers! Watchout FLIK!
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Veredith: Right you are Latt...right you are. Moving on, we have a rodeo wrangle. Masters of horse and stage...and stage coach! These are actors from the hit musical "Annie Get Your Gun" the Annie Oakely story currently playing right here in Osturland at the Palmer House theater...which, for this evening will be home to the Annual AIDs Research Benefit, put on by the Osturland Opera & Dance Co.
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Latt: What is that ugly thing...oh yes it is Furby! Ugh, I never get over how goofy and ugly it looks. Furby is being followed closely by emergency response vehicles from Payens own Metropolitan Fire Department. These heroes put everything on the line to protect the safety of the citizens of Payens....maybe they can do something about that Furby.
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Veredith: Good one Latt...you have me rollin!
Latt: I wasn't trying to be funny Veredith!
Veredith: Oh, well...moving on....next up we have glimpse of Donald Duck going on an undercover mission...cover duck! Followed by another new balloon in this parade...Patrick from Spongbob Square Pants. Oh my kids just adore that show! I wonder if I can get his autograph?
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Latt & Veredith: Back to you in the studio, Catie!
Catie: Well, welcome back everyone. Thanks again for tuning in for the Payens Jubilee Parade. Today there is more activity going on than just the Jubilee Parade. Several hours ago a delegation of representatives from Antigone arrived at Payens International Airport to join King William in another special event taking place later tonight. Among them were: Mr Richard Eniaux, President of Replublic Of Antigone & Federate Territories, Mr Christian Serre, Prime Minister of Antigone & Federate Territories, Ms Anne Boiveau, Foreign Affairs Minister of Antigone & Federate Territories, and Mr Geoffrey Bremer Mayor of AntiGone city and Grand Master of Antigone's masonic lodge. All of them plan to attend the Annual AIDs Research Benefit tonight at Palmer House and then they will make a special presentation to HRH King William Gardannes and the people of Osturland tomorrow. They are not only in town to celebrate Jubilee, but also as apart of the recent diplomatic relationship between Osturland and Antigone. Tomorrow morning another delegation will arrive at Payens International Airport from Stropon. The Emperor recently assigned Lord Francis Dragomirov Blauheim as ambassador from Stropon to Osturland and he will be joining the festivities tomorrow. I'm told that he will have a special presentation for the king at the Jubilee Ball tomorrow night.
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Catie: Besides the Annual AIDs Research Benefit, which will begin shortly, HRH King William Gardannes presented the people of Payens with a gift from the government. The Payens Eye was unveiled in Payens Metropolitan Park. It serves as an observation wheel with magnificent views all around Payens. Directly across the Molay River is the Citadel. Views of the 1st and 4th Wards from the Payens Eye are amazing.
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Catie: We now go to a live shot of the Payens Eye and get a first glimpse of this mechanical wonder at night. I can't wait to take my first spin on the wheel.
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Catie: As our broadcast comes down to a close, we are going to go live to the Annual AIDs Research Benefit that has just started in the Payens Government Center District at the Palmer Theater. Tonight only the opera, Carmen, is playing to raise funds and awareness for AIDs. The opera is a collaborative effort between the Palmer Theater house, the Osturland Opera & Dance Co., and the Osturland Foundation for AIDs Research. Seats at this one night only event range from $500 to $3,000. We now go live to some shots around the Palmer Theater House.
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Catie: Well this concludes our broadcast for tonight. I want to thank my colleagues Latt Mauer and Veredith Mieira for there help with the parade coverage and I want to thank all of you for tuning in. On behalf of the Osturland Broadcasting Network, we would like to extend our congratulations to King William on his Jubilee Celebration. Lastly, I wish you all a fun and happy evening.
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Tune in Sunday for the rest of this continuing coverage! Cheers
Wow... I'm stunned! What a great update! :o
The balloons and parade stuff look fantastic and the overall presentation is very realistic. I thoroughly enjoyed it... :thumbsup:
Waaaw :o Your parade is amazing :o
It's very complete, there are all that it is necessary to have a parade worthy of this name &apls
And excellent work with the LE ... I love your Panyes Eye Unveiled :thumbsup:
Bravo my friend &apls &apls
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i realy love the baloons! great update!!! (https://www.sc4devotion.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fcache2.hyvz.com%2Fimages%2Fsmilies%2Fdefault%2Fsmiley_clap.gif&hash=f719365ae78ed22490c974e3d961c3f29b308314)
WOW &apls &apls &apls
I should use a few more superlatives to describe my feeling on this update.
But less is more. I just have to say that the floats and the Antigone Airplane are superb!
I really, really love this update!!!!. So much work and planning has gone into this. A job very well done!
Strechnitz.
Utterly stunning work. &apls
Great report and great parade.
OMG, you keep on going, right? :thumbsup:
What a great update with a great story and a great parade.. it's actually like watching a real TV comment on the festivities! I could use superlatives but instead give you this big dancing guy
&dance
Oh, can't even describe how awesome your parade was with those balloons &apls And the marching band..my god &apls &apls
That's the best parade and the best televison show based on SimCity ever ::)
That is incredible. I have never seen anything like that in A MD/CJ before. Very brilliant and unique idea.
I don't know waht else to say.........&apls
Robin :thumbsup:
&apls &apls &apls &apls Stunning work Yoder. This will rase the quality of a MD to the top . I think i gonna stop play and only enjoy your`s . ::) Thanks for sharing this great parade . I enjoy every pics :thumbsup:
&dd
It's too much , Ryan ... how d'you want to see us comenting this decently ?
Well , I try ...
*relief sigh* As I'm an airplane phobic , I can tell you that I wasn't proud during this landing ... :D . Fortunately (even if so far I didn't locate AntigOne on a map ) the flight lasted less than an hour . ::)
Thank you to have had this great attention to create this special and wonderful airplane prop with AntigOne's flag .
Of course I'm really proud to participate to HRH King William Gardennes' jubilee celebration ... and I hope that I will find the time to stroll around Payens' citadel , streets and along the canal ( $%#Ninj2).
Even after the teaser picture in competition , this parade is the most unexpected & successful "thing" I've seen so far under SC4 . :o :o :o
(I'm actually thinking about to request at admins of this site to forbid BATers' MDs ... ;D)
I love everything else ... your own London Eyes' Lot , the way you inserted these pictures to OBN TV screen ... &apls
And there's not only to see , the annual AIDS Research Benefit is a particular attention ....which I particularly enjoy , for particular reasons . ;)
I intended first to tell you this after the end of this jubilee , but as I'm already flabbergasted I can't wait anymore : when I registered to SC4Devotion 5 months ago , I would NEVER have thought to make a so great , beautiful and rich meeting as I have made with you .
" Total admiration & respect " .
Cedric.
What an awesome parade! I love the floats!
A stunning update!! The parade was fantastic and i certainly hope alot of money is raised at the AIDs event.
Well Done on a crakcing update! &apls
Wow :o...Thanks for all the comments everyone! I really appreciate your enthusiasm. One thing I wanted to mention before I reply to your comments is that I did not bat the balloons...they were all found on the web in various locations, all I did was import them into gmax, throw some textures on them and render them for the game. I did bat aspects of the band using a base person model that I obtained from SimGoober. Everything else was props available here or at ST (mostly Riptide).
Now a few quick replies before I start my day...
@Snorrelli - Thanks for your comment, I'm glad you liked the parade I put together. It did take me a while to lot everything and take some decent pictures, but I was pleased with the overall effect...and I'm glad you liked it too!
@Snaper - Thanks! I tried to have a little bit of everything. I would've liked to have more floats, but I just haven't had the time to bat any and honestly I'm not sure where I would start or even do, they tend to be so intricate. I think what I did come up with was a reasonable interpretation of a modern day parade (I had Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in the back of my mind when I was coming up with stuff). I'm glad you like the Eye...I'll show some more up close pictures in the future, probably in the form of a mosaic, when I do pictures around the 4th Ward. I'm glad you liked everything. I commented in your MD about your mosaic showing the new GLR...expect to see your ideas incorporated into Payens :P :D Thanks again!
@Fleder200 - I'm glad it was photo worthy...I love your additional smilies! Anyways, I'm glad you liked the update and parade balloons...it was something I've wanted to do in SC4 for quite awhile now and just hadn't got around to trying it yet. Thanks again for your comment!
@Strechnitz - Thanks as always Strech! I'm glad you liked the parade, I was trying to think like you when I was writing the dialouge among newscasters. I fear that it doesn't come as easy to me as it does to you...it took forever to figure out what to have them say, :D The arrival of the Stropon delegation will have their own plane, so I'm glad you liked what I came up with for Antigone. Much planning has gone into this...which has made it larger than I probably should've tried to do...so much left to get ready for, I fear that tomorrows update might be later than earlier in the day :-[ Anyways, thanks for all your input into this set of updates...I really appreciate it! Thanks again, my friend! ;D
@Russell - Glad to see you stop by! I'm glad you liked the parade. I've been trying to think what a parade in Bliss might look like....again, thanks for your comment.
@Vester - Thanks Vester, I'm glad you liked the first of the Jubilee updates. There will be another parade in the next update, but it will be a military parade, so quite different in spirit. I hope you tune in again to check it out!
@Sebes - Well, I'm trying to keep up! It is much harder to stay on top of a MD than I ever anticipated. After I update it seems like time passes so fast and it is time for me to come up with another update....almost like work $%Grinno$% not really ;D :D I really enjoy putting this stuff together, it is a great stress reliever. It took me forever to find pictures on the net that I could manipulate to use as a new set for Osturland, but I like what the good folks at CBS have provided :D You'll see more of them even past the 2nd Jubilee update...Catie Kouric is the face of the OBN News Hour so she'll be around to report on major happenings in Osturland! Thanks again for your comment and the dancing elephant!
@Bengt - Thanks Bengt! I'm glad you liked the parade I came up with and the balloons I found on the web. I did realize that I forgot some key band members as I was posting the update....no drums! I have 7 other instruments, but forgot all the drum core...I'll remedy that for the next update. Again, thanks for stopping by and posting!
@Urban - Thanks, I'm glad you liked the parade. I think this might be your first time stopping by? If it is I want to officially welcome you to Osturland! Come back and see us again.
@Rooker1 - Thanks Rooker! I'm glad you like what I came up with for the parade...I mentioned this earlier, but I always wanted to try and pull off a traditional parade that I watched growing up as a kid (actually I still never miss the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade). I had never seen this many balloons in a MD/CJ before, but I have seen a CJ with a single balloon. So while not completely unique, I think it is the single largest parade that I've ever seen posted in a CJ/MD. Anyways, I'm glad that you stopped by and commented on my efforts! I always appreciate comments!
@Kimcar - Thanks for your comments Kimcar! Glad to hear that you liked the parade, although I don't think you should stop playing and enjoy my MD $%Grinno$% I mean...I think you should continue to enjoy my MD...just add it to your overall SC4 experience along with all the great things the community has to offer ;D This is why I love this game so much...I have alot of fun playing it and then I can go online, check out what others are doing and enjoy their stuff, then try some of there ideas in my own cities...it is a terrible cycle, that I just love! As always, thanks for stopping by and visiting me!
@Badsim - Glad to hear you liked the update Cedric! ;D An airplane phobic, huh? Well Air Anitigone is the only way to fly if you have a fear of flying! ;D I'm glad you liked the Antigone-themed airplane, if you want a copy I could give you several versions with the plane parked in different ways (such as diagonal on the tarmac, straight on the tarmac, etc.). Well, hopefully you'll get some stroll time, but we do have a jammed packed day of fun and excitment....so many functions to go to you know :D. Whatever you do...don't request the admins to not allow batter to have MD's...I create bats, for my MD! I have a plan in the back of my head for everything I create without my MD, I don't think I'd have much enthusiasm to bat ()sad() ;D Anways, I'm glad you liked the Eye, I'll do some closer pictures of it in the future when I do some mosaics of the 4th Ward. As for the OBN News set, I had an awful time finding those pictures to use, but I'm glad I found them, I think they add alot to the presentation of a news cast and I was quite satisfied with the overall effect. The Benefit was a huge success and much money was raised since it was a sell out!
The feeling is mutual. I have very much enjoyed our conversations that we've had thus far and look forward to conversing with you well into the future. You are a valued friend to me Cedric!
@Schulmanator - Thanks Schulmanator! Glad to hear you liked the parade and balloons! Take care, and be sure to come back for the second installment.
@Pipishere - Thanks Pip! The AIDs event raised a lot of money to be distributed among Osturland's top scientists in the race for a cure. I'm glad you liked what I came up with for the parade update, be sure to check in for part 2! As always, thanks for stopping by and visiting.
Well everybody, I'm off to finish working on the 2nd Jubilee update. I hope to get it done this evening, but tomorrow is jammed packed for me so I'm not sure what time of day I'll get around to posting it....could be in the morning or late afternoon, which will be early morning for many of you. I may just try to post it this evening before I go to bed, which would still be sunday somewhere, yes :D Point being, it'll be here tomorrow sometime, but I can't tell you when $%#Ninj2 Till then, Cheers!
Yohoo, a new update, I have been looking at this parade a few times already and I enjoy every time.
This has been a fantastic celebration so far, and like the rest I love the parade (have not seen anything quite like it before) and the presentation of this update is also very special. You have managed very well to capture the feel of a live broadcast, changing from one happening to another.
And again you have shown a few views of the elegance of Payens, the oprea and the area around the new Payens Eye.
what an update ! It's so nice. Maybe you doesn't bat-ed the balloons, but what youve done is so HUGE ! When I've seen Patrick in Osturland Street , I started to thought : It's just soooo nice !
Hello everybody....sorry, but bad news....I'm having problems rendering the parade grounds for today's update (I worked on it all day yesterday)...not to fear, I think I have a solution that will allow it to work, however this means that I won't get to the update today, but I should have it done for tomorrow....
so stay tuned!
Well , it's the time to stoll around like I was waiting for ... :D $%Grinno$% ;)
At tomorrow Ryan . :)
Take your time, my friend...but hurry up!!!
Just kidding!
I'm anxiously looking forward to seeing the new developments in Osturland. Every update is a pleasure!
Don't worry Yoder,
We will wait. You just take the time you need. let us just hope that the rendering won't give you any more problems.
And while Badsim can go sightseeing in Payens. The Emperor's delegation will keep circling above the city. :D
But don't worry about that either. there are enough government papers on board to keep them busy. ;)
Strechnitz
BTW. I think I just made your MD a classic with this 200th post. I believe congratulations for this double Jubilee are in order! &apls &apls &apls
Mmmm... nice work.
You know, I wish this'd hurry up and be a Classic already, it's that good. :P
Omg, I have missed so much. (annoyed with myself)
I adored the parade update, stunning work indeed and I am looking forward to seeing the next update. Fabulous work &hlp
Wow, what a parade! I'm still at shock as to how you did that. I can tell a lot of effort has gone into it. Good luck with the rendering problems.
-Eddie
A few replies to your comments....
@Kwakelaar - Thanks for you comments, I'm glad that you like the parade and its presentation. I had a lot of fun making this and more fun sharing it with the community! As always, thanks for stopping by and telling me what you think ;D
@Nova Vesfalo - Thanks! I dare say that there may be other parades in Osturland future down the road and for those I will have to do some balloon Batting, but for a first parade I think the effect achieved from the downloaded 3d models. I'm sure that in a future parade I'll have to get Spongebob in the game :D Thanks again for stopping by and leaving a comment.
@Badsim - Yes you got a little more time to stroll around than I was anticipating...but now you have delegation duties to perform so hop to it! :D Hopefully you like what I was able to come up with.
@Thundercrack83 - No need to wait any longer...here is the new update! I'm glad to hear your enthusiasm for the Jubilee Celebration!
@Strechnitz - Wait no longer...the update is here! Sorry about the holding pattern around the city....turns out you plane was fitted with enough petrol to fly around the city for an extra 48 hours.... :D Glad to hear that the Emperor brought work to keep him busy in the down time! Well, Strech....I think they changed the rules so I have to get to 250 to become a classic...not 200, but you can congratulate me again when this MD eventually gets there ;D :D
@Shadow Assassin - I wish it would hurry up and become a classic too! Ah, we'll get there when we get there. I figure this update should help with that effort, yes? :D
@Belfastuniguy - Hey at least your back now and all caught up. ;D I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the parade, I hope you find today's update enjoyable.
@Eddie - Well, I rendered each balloon and used the Lot Editor to put them in the game...It took about 2 hours to do all the balloons since all I had to do was render and lot them. Well thanks for the well wishes with rendering...I still haven't got the problem sorted yet.
OK....enough of that...on to the business of the day! So the second part of the Jubilee Update is missing the military parade. Fortunately, the parade grounds will render, but I still have to make some adjustments to things in order for it to look proper. Turns out that the parade ground building is so large that I had to render it in separate parts, but my parts didn't match up because I had set my LODs wrong...easily fixed, but it easily takes a day to render all three parts...so no military parade at the parade grounds for today. However, fear not! I will continue to get the grounds rendered and will show them off in a future update. It is tradition for the monarch to preside over the Presentation of the Colors on his or her birthday, so we'll see the grounds for that ceremony at the King's upcoming birthday party. So we will have to make due with the other pictures I've taken thus far of the Jubilee festivities......here we go......
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Good day!...and welcome to another edition of Today's News on the Osturland Broadcasting Network....I'm your host Catie Kouric. Today we are continuing our special coverage of the Jubilee Celebration festivities. The culmination of these festivities is the Jubilee Ball held at the Modern Palace tonight in the Citadel, right in the heart of Payens. We will go live to the Modern Palace a little bit later in our broadcast, but first I want to fill you in on what has been happing around Payens today. We start with some footage taken earlier at the airport today when the Stropon delegation landed at Payens International Airport. We talk now with Latt who was there at the scene of the delegation's arrival earlier today.
Latt: Yes, Catie...as mentioned in our previous broadcast, the Stropon delegation includes the new ambassador from Stropon to Osturland, Lord Francis Dragomirov Blauheim. Also in the delegation is his Holy Imperial Majesty, Emperor Jerome Victor IV, accompanined by his niece, Duchess Emely von Nebenzollern bis Hinterhausen,and his mistress, Lady Caroline von Steuben, Marchioness of Listerfeldt. Other members included the Prime Minister of Stropon, Fritz vonClauwenbach, the Minister of foreign Affairs, Rudolph von Rekelstein, and the Minister of Finance, Maxim Paufenfels. When the Stropon plane touched down on the tarmac, a regiment of HRH's Military was there to greet them with the Prime Minister of Osturland, Bernard W. Rigaud. When the party began to come off the airplane, an ensemble of the Osturland Military Band played the national anthem of Stropon followed by the anthem of Osturland. The party then proceeded to the new Stropon Embassy to "freshen up from the long flight."
Catie: Latt, I was hearing unconfirmed reports that the Stropon plane was in a holding pattern around the city of Payens for an inordinate amount of time...do you have any thoughts or comments?
Latt: Well, yes Catie that report is true...the plane did circle the city for quite awhile as preparations on the ground were continually delayed. Eventually, though...the plane was given clearance to land and everyone on board departed the plane safely.
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Catie: Well thanks for that report, Latt.
On to other news....shortly after the Stropon delegation landed at the Payens International Airport, across town in front of the Osturland Parliament, the delegation from Antigone was presenting the King and people of Osturland with a gift to commemorate the Jubilee celebration and the new diplomatic ties between the two peoples. The new plaza is located directly in front of the Osturland Parliament and boarders Sanford Palace. In the ribbon cutting ceremony, HRH King Gardannes and Mr Richard Eniaux, President of Replublic of Antigone & Federate Territories, officially opened the new Templar Plaza. Mr. Richard Eniaux commented that the plaza is meant to be a symbol to the people of Osturland as a reminder of their Knights Templar heritage. He went on to comment that he hoped the new diplomatic relations between Antigone and Osturland would prove beneficial to both nations and that the two would become partners on the global stage to affect needed change in our world. Finally, he publicly congratulated the King for his 50 years of service to his country and wished him another 50 glorious years.
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Catie: Such a lovely new plaza...I actually visited it earlier today before the ribbon cutting ceremony and was just amazed by how wonderful it is. We are told that it was designed by Antigone's own famed city planner/landscape designer/all around artisan....the renowned Badsim!
We now go live to the Modern Palace where guests are beginning to arrive and the party is just getting started.
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Catie: Members from the Antigone delegation have just arrived and members of the Stropon delegation are now getting out of their cars and making their way up the red carpet to the palace entrance. Our own Veredith Mieira has stopped the Stropon Ambassador, Lord Francis Dragomirov Blauheim, to have a quick chat with me on the air.
Catie: Good evening your Excellency. Could you spare a few words for the press?
Lord Francis: Why of course, capital! Always ready to do ones duty eh? Shoot!
Catie: We understand that your Emperor Jerome Victor IV will present King Gardannes with a knighthood at the ball tonight. Is this true?
Lord Francis: Why yes it is. His holy Imperial Majesty will present your jubilant monarch with two knightly orders. The first is the Imperial order of the golden fur. A Stroponian order reserved only for heads of state, whom have close or blood relations with the Ruling house of Stropon. You could compare it with the knights of the garter. King Gardannes is the first Ruler to be presented with the order of the Golden Fur for almost a century.
Catie: And this is because of the isolationism your country followed after WWI ambassador?
Lord Francis: Er quite yes. We like to refer to it as the Doctrine of Autocracy. But you are quite right with your remark. Yes.
Catie: And a second order of knighthood is to be given to the King you say?
Lord Francis: Oh yes. Our beloved Emperor will, apart from the Golden Fur, present your gracious King with the Commander in the Imperial order of Augustus Heraclius. This is the highest class of the highest possible Stroponian Chivalric order to be given to non Stroponians. This is a personal gift from the Emperor to the King and indeed the entire Nation of Osturland. In order to strengthen the bond of friendship between our two nations, and we hope that this era will be the start of a long and fruitful collaboration between our two countries. What!
Catie: Thank you for your time Ambassador, we won't keep you from the party much longer. But one last question. Have you begun to settle yourself into our Country?
Lord Francis: Oh but most surely yes. I find Osturland a most hospitable country. I look forward on getting better acquainted with it. And I must say, that the arrangements made for the embassy and other necessities are very well executed indeed. Capital I tell you. Capital!
Catie: Thank you your Excellency,
Lord Francis: Yes, quite, no problem. Carry on and that sort of thing. Capital. Aaaaah Champagne...
Catie: That was a quick word with Lord Francis Dragomirov Blauheim. Newly appointed Stropon Ambassador.
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Catie: While the royals and glitterati of Osturland party at the Jubilee Ball, the people of Payens have the opportunity to here local musicians in concert at various locations around the city. Two such locations are Grant Park and the newly constructed Jubilee Dome. We go now to some live photos taken by our eye in the sky, helicopter cam.
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Catie: After the Jubilee Ball is over, the partying just doesn't stop. Several after-parties have been planned all across Payens for various constituencies at the Ball. Many of the members of the Lower House of Parliament will be attending an after-party at the Prime Minister's Palace, Mounford House, while many member of the Upper House have plans to attend an after-party at the Osturland National Archives. Another after-party reserved for the Stropon and Antigone delegation is at the new Stropon Embassy in Payens 3rd Ward. We go now to the embassy where final preparations are being made in order to receive guests as soon as the Jubilee Ball has finished.
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Catie: Well everyone, this concludes our special coverage of the Jubilee Celebration of HRH King William Gardannes. I hope you've enjoyed our coverage and will tune in to more of our programs in the future. On behalf of the Osturland Broadcasting Network, Veridith Mieira, Latt Mauer, and everyone at Today's News....I want to thank you for tuning in! I'm Catie Kouric....and that's the news!
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I hope you enjoyed today's belated update! Before taking off, I would like to thank Badsim for his work on Templar Plaza and Strech for providing me with some good material and dialogue for today's update! Lastly, I wanted to thank HabLeUrG for providing me with his flag model so that I could make a few flags.....Thanks everybody....Cheers!
ARGH! What should I write for this comment besides? Can't describe the reality! You beast $%#Ninj2
Love the Templar Plaza. Great character you've given this place. I'm reminded of Chaumont, which I mean as a major compliment. :thumbsup:
:thumbsup: where to begin? :thumbsup:
It is a great update Yoder. you can be proud of this achievement. &apls
I absolutely love the plane. I could not have done it better myself. The colour scheme is great. and the crest looks good on the tail. :thumbsup: thank you.
The overal update is delightful. it was well worth the little wait.
espescially the way you have woven the gifts into the entire story like the orders and the square.
I did not know my embassy had such great nightlights :D you just showed me for the first time!
And last but not least I'm afraid we have a slight diplomatic problem on our hands :(
Now in government journalism and theatre as well, the actual facts are not as important as the display of props or smokescreens used to...how shall I put it....to help convey the image that those in power or on a stage want to convey to their audience.
I could make it a long story. but let's stick to the bare facts. shal we? :)
The young diplomatic relation between Osturland and Stropon has been dealt a severe blow by the OBN.
the reporter plainly and openly declares "$Deal"$ that Jerome Victor is acompanied by his 50 year younger MISTRESS!!!
Now thát is a very delicate matter in Stropon. You and I know she is. the readers of the MD can guess they have a fling. But the electorate of Stropon must not under any circumstance know about it. The Stropon Times hinted at the possibility but went no further than that. It would undermine their confidence in the government:) now we wouldn't want that now would we? ;) :D :D
What are you going to do? :-\
;D Strechnitz.
&apls Another great breaking news. I just like the arrival and the army parade. Very well done. :thumbsup:
&apls &apls &apls
Amazing Ryan, how you make Stropons royal scandals national secrets matters of state keep all nations glued to the screen to hear the latest gossip developments on the man's His Royal Mayesty's escapades international politics.
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Everything is absoulutly stunning to look at, and the story is groing on me with each update. And you just HAVE to love the Stropon Air plane. &apls
That's an awesome update, Yoder7652!
Very realistic and great pictures! :thumbsup:
and a wonderful update of the parade! Great work! :thumbsup:
It's simply amazing :o
J'adoooore $%Grinno$%
It's fantastic, these images are quite simply wonderful &apls &apls
Bravo l'ami ;)
A wonderfull update and commentary Yoder! You should be proud! ;) :)
Incredible. I'm...I'm speechless. With every update, you continue to leave me sitting at my computer with my mouth agape. I really can't find the words!
Sounds like everyone will be very hammered :P
Hello everybody! Well I'm not going to reply to your comments today, but I'll get to them in my next update. Currently, OBN is working out a reply to its latest scandal involving the Stropon government, but you'll have to wait and see what they say once I have more time to work on some graphics ;D :P I wanted to let everyone know that over the next 4 weeks I'll be sporadically in and out. I'm traveling with my wife (for work, not play) and will not have a steady internet connection. I will be playing simcity though and will hopefully still have some updates for you over these weeks....I just won't be around very much. Till then, Cheers!
I love the mosaic on that square. :o
Another fabulous update indeed, loved the welcome party pics and the party, excellent. &apls &apls
I'm back , Ryan , after have had to solve serious troubles with my computer ...
Glad (and proud ) to see finally Templar plaza at its perfect place ... I was searching a way to thank you for all these awesome BATs from you making my own city so attractive . The least I could do ...
I think all this work on many props for temporary Lots for this jubilee is a true ... devotion . Snorelli is perfectly right ; a flavor of Chaumont can be felt there . As you know , Chaumont is unfinished and will remain it :( , so ... long life to Osturland ! %BUd%
If I trust your program , festivities aren't finished ... but already unforgettable .
Have a great travel with your wife , even if it's for work .... ;)
WoW OMG talk about stunning work here Ryan i cant to see what you pull out next - pat
This was great fun to read Yoder, I truely enjoyed the diplomatic power play. I must say the Stropon delegation is one with a lot of heavy weights, they do take this very serious indeed. Also happy to see that Gardannes got the order with the dead cat, that would be my favourite as well.
The images and graphics are as always well made and tell the story of the events almost by themselves.
I'm so impressed that all I can say is bravo! &apls
Well everyone...at last I've come been able to get online long enough to bring you an update! It isn't very special, just a selection of some pictures of some of the residential areas around the Government District in Payens. I have been doing some batting lately and haven't played too much with Osturland. I'm finishing up some bats that I've had on my plate for awhile and I'm working on an upcoming Simlympics Bid for Payens. Anyways, I'll reply to your comments and show some residential shots around Payens GD.
Responding to your replies....
@Bengt - Well I'm glad you liked the second installment of the festivities! I hope by being called a beast, you mean something good :D ;D Thanks!
@Snorrelli - I'm glad you like the plaza...(Thanks Badsim!)...I think it fits perfectly with this important location in Osturland...it really captures the essence of the city. I appreciate the reference to Chaumont...that is a CJ that I hold in very high esteem (I'm sad to see it now officially finished). I'm honored that you find my attempts worthy of the comparison!
@Strechnitz - I'm glad you liked the plane. When I get home from my travels I will prepare a little prop pack for you so you can use the plane if you want (I left the model at home on my computer). I'm glad to hear you like the update, I had so much fun working on both the first and second updates and the collaboration with yourself and Badsim was priceless. I love your embassy and I must say that initial reports coming from the after-party is that the Stropon party was quite wild...many public officials have found their place in the society pages for their outrageous actions in the streets following the party :D. OBN has an official response to the broadcasting debacle below ;D :D :D :D As always...thanks for you comments!
@Kimcar - Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment! I'm glad that you liked the little army demonstration for the arrival of the delegation, we in Osturland try to muster as much pomp as possible for such events! Again, thanks for your comment.
@Sebes - Thanks! Well you know we don't have such national secrets in Osturland...everyone in our political sphere is above board and proper at all times $%Grinno$% :D Well, OBN will do there best to remedy the situaiton ;D
@Bat - Thanks...I'm glad you liked the update! I aim to please ;D
@Snaper - :DI'm glad that you like the pictures! Thanks for stopping by and leaving some encouragement...it is always appreciated as are your comments!
@Pipishere - Thanks Pip, I'm glad that you liked the second installment of the festivities and the coverage by our crackerjack squad of television personel :D Thanks for your comment!
@Thundercrack83 - Well I'm glad that I'm leaving such an impression! :D Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment...and for all your work on the MD statistics. I was pleased to see the response that the two Jubilee updates had.
@Yoman - Yes, I believe that was what eventually happend...oh well, Jubilee was meant to be a good time for everyone ;D :satisfied: Thanks for stopping by!
@JanYpe - You can thank Badsim for that! I think it looks great, especially from the air! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment!
@Belfastuniguy - Well I'm glad that you enjoyed the update and the party! The festivities brought good food, music, and the enjoyment of the company of friends (both old and new)! As always, thanks for commenting!
@Badsim - Well...I'm back too! :D Although, I'll be gone again shortly...but only a couple weeks left before I'm home again. Sorry to hear about troubles with your computer, hopefully all is sorted out now! Thanks again for the Templar Plaza, it looks wonderful in front of the Osturland Parliament...a very good addition to the Government District in Payens. I forsee many officials enjoying lunch outdoors on the plaza. Yes, it did take alot of lots to get the updates ready...I've since removed them from my plugins folder and can't believe how many I actually made, luckily they were all small and didn't take very long to render. I've finally been successful with rendering the parade grounds, but I'm saving it for the King's upcoming birthday. Thanks for commenting on Snorelli's reference to Chaumont...as I said above, that has always been a favorite of mine and a source of inspiration for Osturland. To me, the reference is an honor. Thanks! Travel has been good so far, but I am already ready to return home...two more weeks left....Thanks for everything!
@Patfirefghtr - Thanks for stopping by Pat! I'm glad you liked the updates, no need to wait any further...I've got a short update!
@Kwakelaar - I'm glad you enjoyed reading the script, I had a fun time writing it...Strech wrote the interview and I think his character for the ambasador was perfect (he has a talent for writing characters). Yes, both delegations brought out the best they had to offer to pay tribute to King Gardannes...His Highness was most pleased with the turnout and program for his Jubilee Celebration. As always, thanks for your thoughtful comments...they are always a pleasure to read!
@Russell - Thanks, I'm glad you liked the update! I had a lot of fun with both.
@Emilin - I'm glad you liked the update...I was hoping that the planes would be a good touch and they seemed to have been well received...Thanks for stopping by and commenting!
Ok...now on to the update...
Please stand by for an important message from the managing editor of the Osturland Broadcasting Network....
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Welcome and good night. You are watching a special edition of the Osturland Broadcasting Network News. I'm the managing editor of the news desk....Jeter Pennings. Tonight, we here at the news desk wanted to officially respond to an incident that occured the other day during the ongoing coverage of the Jubilee Celebration for HRH King Gardannes. One of our correspondents on the ground, Latt Mauer, while talking with lead anchor, Catie Kouric, mistankingly made a reference to one of the members of the Stropon delegation. Specifically, he made reference to Lady Caroline von Steuben as the mistress of Emperor Jerome Victor IV. Latt made this reference of his own accord and was not directed by our news team to refer to the Lady as anything other than her title, Marchioness of Listerfeldt. An internal investigation by OBN has revealed that Latt was paid a lucrative fee by the Stropon Times to make the reference and implicate the Emperor. Upon receiving this news, I immediately terminated Latt's employment with OBN.
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Since the incident, tensions have been somewhat strained between the two nations. On behalf of the Osturland government, King Gardannes has both publicly and privately apologized to Emperor Jerome. At this time we would also like to extend our apologies to the Emperor. We here at OBN respect the journalistic license of our correspondents and journalists, but we do draw the line between fact and fabrication. The claims by Latt are unsubstantiated and should not have been spoken on our airways. We also want to apologize to the public, in the future we will only report the facts of the stories we cover, you have my word as managing editor. Thanks for tuning into this important message. Goodnight!
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Well, I'll leave everyone with some pictures of the residential areas around Payens Government District...enjoy!
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Till the next time....Cheers!
Yoder that was great to see someone get spanked whooopsie LoL... The pics are stunning.
see you next update - pat
what a nice update, the urban layout is really well done. The public space between avenues is a nice touch. And the choise of building is overwelming
Great update Yoder! :thumbsup:
If my delegates end up on the society pages it is less relevant how outragious they behaved. as long as their hairdo is in fine shape all is well :D
I knew there was something rotten in my empire. But that my newspaper was so corrupt is a shocking eyeopener.
I love it! :D
heads will roll over this in Stropon my friend, heads will roll. $%#Ninj2
Strechnitz.
Again and always so beautiful &apls
I love your city and your work this the LE, in a word Bravo my friend :thumbsup:
A very good update!! Very funny announcement about Latt...tut tut tut! lol A beautiful Government district....nicely laid out. :)
Hello Ryan ,
Great mix of different styles of residential BATs , I don't know if you already travelled to Europe but the result is truely convincing .
Not only about models but also with colors ... nothing too flashy , just a delightful atmosphere everywhere . :thumbsup:
May I ask which BAT is on the third picture ( the grey one with orange canopies ...) ?
Which street mod(s) d'you use ? I ask that because I have noticed since the begining that your avenues have a grassy border between the lanes and the walksides ... I'm using sap23 mod too and haven't them so I'm assuming that their presence (or absence for me ) is due to another mod .Just a detail , but I'm preferring without ... ;)
Oh , so you're achieving several new BATs ? Hum hum ... suspense... I enjoy to follow BAT threads , but I need surprises too . ::)
What can I say? An update in Osturland always brightens my day! The government center looks fabulous, my friend, but the same can be said of all your work. Keep it up!
&apls Great update and great use of different Euro building. :thumbsup: Keep it up
Stropon has just opened to the world and see what happens, a big oopise. :D
The grandeur that can only be Payens, it looks wonderful and again I see a lot of these small details around that is really making these city into something special.
The big square in the last picture looks like a real gem, I like these kind of big open spaces in the midle of a big city, hope to see more of that one later.
So I thought I should make a visit the eastern provinces of my CJ ...
Just joking.
You really do have a hand for well developed urban environments (with the exception of a railway crossing on an avenue - you did not really think that wouldn't see these faux-pas, did you?)
Great work with oppie's kanals - it must have been at least 2 1/2 years that I plopped them ....
Take care and make backups!
Bernhard :thumbsup:
Yoder, this is one of my most favourite Mayor's Diaries/City Journals! :thumbsup:
In my opinion your government buildings actually are - besides creations made by porkissimo, Debussyman, ... - the best BATs that I've ever seen.
Hi Yoder,
You were right about the Stropon Times connection. The perpetrator is caught!
You can read all about in the International edition of the STRECHNITZ HERALD (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=978.msg48295#msg48295)
;D
Strechnitz
my jaw just drops to the floor when i look at your cities, the buildings you choose and create are so carefully crafted, there are so many small details that just make it look great, there's always something new to look at. keep up the great work yoder!
I have managed to get online long enough to make a post! ;D So I'm going to reply to some comments first and then I'll introduce everyone to the Payens International Airport (PIA)...enjoy! Oh, by the way...this is my last week out of town and I'll return home this weekend. I'm planning on cooking something up for mid- next week, so stay tuned...I will also finally get to catch up with my comments on all the MDs that I follow ;D
Replies.....
@Patfirefghtr - Thanks for stopping by and commenting...yes, Justice Will Prevail! OBN was definately "inspired" to find out what had happened (our own King Gardannes was most displeased witht the report). I think the turn of events was most interesting....
@Nova Vesfalo - I'm glad you like the selection of buildings in the government district. It is definately one of the older parts of the city. In other Wards, buildings are more modern...we'll get to some of them in the future. I didn't really choose many of the buildings. I let just about everything grow on its own...although it does take an awful lot of demolition to get it to look right...it tends to get quite frustrating after awhile, but I usually like what I'm dealt after awhile. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment!
@Strechnitz - :D what finds itself in the societies pages is only gossip! nothing more...After such a formal night, I'm sure everyone's captured image will be fine ;D I love what you've done with the newspaper piece...great stuff...as always, thanks for stopping by!
@Snaper - Thanks friend, I'm glad that you liked the post. This is a part of the city that many government officials live in so it must be well maintained. I hope that you enjoy today's update.
@Pipishere - Hey Pip, thanks for your comment...yes an interesting turn of events with Latt...who would've known? I'm glad you like the center of the city.
@Badsim - Thanks for commenting! I've never been to Europe...I've only traversed much of the US and several parts of the carribean. My wife has traveled to Europe on several occassions so I have some pictures to work off of...and I'm an avid fan of the Travel Channel :D I believe that the bat in question is one from Simtropolis and is done by haarlemmergold...I'd do the search for you, but I'm working off a rather slow internet connection with a limited amount of time ()sad() I use the sap23 mod as you've noted and I use the side street mod by Jeronij, but I didn't think that it would effect the avenues. I'm going to have to check further into anything else in my plugins that might be messing with the sidewalk...I hadn't really noticed the sidewalks with grass until you mentioned it...I don't really like the effect either. Luckily I have a very organized plugins folder so I'll let you know what I find. I do have several new BATs in the pipeline...most have to do with athletics as I'm planning an Osturland bid to the simlympics. I've also been finishing some old BATs too...like a certain St. Peters...I need to update my bat thread...maybe next week when I'm home ;) As always, thanks for stopping by!
@Thundercrack83 - I'm glad that my updates brighten your day...I got anotherone in store for everyone today! I'm glad you like the Government District...As I mentioned to Badsim, I am working on a bid for the Simlympics where many of the other Wards around the city will be revealed, so stay tuned! Thanks for commenting...
@Kimcar - Thanks for keeping up with Osturland and for leaving some kind words...Thanks....
@Kwakelaar - Yes, yes, but it was a conspiracy I tell you! :D Thanks for your comments about Payens. I hope to have some whole-city shots in the future so that everyone can see where everything is placed in relation to everything else. There are many large green spaces in Payens...the people love the park system! As always, thanks for stopping by.
@Nardo69 - I'm glad you like my achievement...don't worry, I always make regular backups of my plugins folder and my regions...I've been burned on that one already and learned my lesson. The first Osturland, begun over a year and a half ago, was lost shortly after the government district was finished. I decided to start again and build some custom BATs to go with it...of course this made it take along time to get the new government center finished...at any rate, I'm glad you liked it...even with a few faux pas... :D :D :D
@N1_2888 - Well, thankyou for the honor! I'm glad you like Osturland! I take compliment on your comments about my Bats as well...you'ved named two individuals for whose work I find exceptional...so thanks...keep coming back and commenting!
@Strechnitz (#2) - Thanks for posting the connection...excellent story!
@Iamgoingtoeatyou - Thanks for the compliments, I'm glad that you like the Government District...hopefully you'll like the Payens International Airport, too! As always, thanks for stopping by and leaving your thoughts.
OK.....now that the replies are done, I'd like to introduce everyone to the Payens International Airport...but first here is a look at the number one aircarrier out of PIA.....Osturland Airlines
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Osturland Airlines is the largest aircarrier in all of Osturland. At three of Osturland's leading airports, the airline has its own dedicated terminal. The official marketing tagline of the airline is "Fly on the wings of Osturland Airlines." While there are other airlines owned and operated within Osturland, Osturland Airlines is the official aircarrier of the Osturland Government and its officials...including the Parliament and HRH King Gardannes. The aircarrier operates a myriad of aircraft for local and international flights, including private jets for smaller intimate parties. HRH King Gardannes has a 747 provided at his disposal by Osturland Airlines.
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Osturland Airlines also offers many non-stop flights to many international destinations from Payens. These destinations include: Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, Sau Paulo, London, Paris, Madrid, Rome, Cairo, Moscow, Cape Town, and Sydney. Future destinations currently under negotiation include: Tokyo, Miami, Bombay, Antigone, and Stropon. Of course, with connecting flights, Osturland Airlines can get any traveler anywhere in the world.
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Alright, above is a map of the Payens International Airport. The airport is located at the end of the M401 in the Payens 5th Ward. There are two main terminals at the airport. The first and largest terminal services most major aircarriers while the second, smaller terminal services only Osturland Airline flights. There is also a myriad of parking opportunities for PIA travelers. There is short-term parking in the airport parking garage and long-term parking in the blue, yellow, and green lots. Also, a convienient AirTram makes stops at each parking area as well as the hotel area and both terminals. The AirTram service is also connected to the Payens Metro system making it easy for travelers to utilize the excellent mass transit system in Payens.
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Here is a picture of the main terminal. Across from the main terminal is a building complex housing the offices of many areospace companies. Directly behind these buildings is the blue parking lot.
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Pictured above is the Osturland Airlines terminal at PIA. Also, you can see the green parking lot. While this lot is the largest of the parking lots, it is also the cheapest. Accordingly, there is only one AirTram stop for the lot. Travelers have to transfer from the AirTram to a bus to get to and from their automobiles parked in the lot.
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Another picture of the main terminal from the other side.
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Another picture of the Osturland Airlines terminal from the other side.
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Here you can see the three hotels offering overnight stays at Payens International Airport. These hotels include: the Omni, Marriott, and Sheraton. Each hotel offers first class accommadations for Payens business traverlers and tourists. Of course, if you travel into the heart of Payens you'll find many world-class as well as affordable places to stay as well....just take a trip on the Payens Metro!
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The main airport control tower.
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Airplane hangers and a refueling station.
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The end of the two runways...and the end of our tour...I hope you enjoyed the Payens International Airport!
I love this airport - absolutely! It's all so realistic (except that the numbers on the parallel runways cannot be different... but it takes a geek to know that ;) )
The terminal and the the parking lots, connected with the airport tram and busses are placed very nicely, as are the hotels between the two terminal buildings.
I always feel a little burst of excitement when I see an update to Osturland in the recent replies list. Your last update doesn't disappoint. The airport looks great!
I think airports are very difficult to make them realistic and that's why we don't see so many in people's MD's. You on the other hand have made one hellava airport my friend. Very realsitic and you remembered the fence around the airport, perfect. The parking and the connected tram line, I love it. Awesome pictures and super work.
&apls &apls
Robin :thumbsup:
You have there a fantastic airport, Yoder7652!
Great updates! :thumbsup:
Like the rest of Osturland, your airport is amazing, my friend! And I love the map that shows where Osturland Airlines flies to. Great job!
&apls Great work your airport is very well complete. Great job. :thumbsup:
Hello Yoder,
That is a very nice update. The airport looks very good.
I am fiddling at the moment with the Strechnitz International Aerodrome. but at the moment it is not half as realistic as yours :D good job my friend.
Strechnitz.
How about a few replies to your comments? :D ;D
@Sebes - I'm glad you liked the airport...I hated doing it...I think that airports and seaports are so hard to pull off that I always dread doing them...this is especially true now that there are so many different puzzle pieces for making both. Anyways, I'm happy that an airport guru likes my work. As to the parallel runways...thanks for the insight, the error has been corrected in-game ;D
@Snorrelli - Well, I always feel a bit of excitment when I post an update and wait to see if anyone will comment ;D :D I'm glad you liked the airport, thanks for you comment.
@Rooker1 - I agree, airports are very hard to make...I really dread making them. I'm glad you liked the result of my frustration working on it. Thanks for your comment and for stopping by.
@Bat - Thanks bat...I'm glad you liked it!
@Thundercrack83 - I liked making the little map, thought it would be a nice touch...I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for stopping by my friend.
@Kimcar - Thanks! I try to be complete...I'm glad you liked it.
@Strechnitz - Thanks for stopping by, my friend....I'm glad you liked the airport...I'm looking forward to seeing the Strechnitz International Aerodrome...good luck making it (they are not fun IMO) ::) :D
Well all, I'm planning an update for next week...till then, cheers!
yoder im surprissed i missed that last update on the airport wow that is looking really great and i loving that airport great job there - pat
I've missed this update !!!!!!! Well Bravo really nice use of illtonsko 70s building they fit quite very well there.The airport itself is great looking (like the map :) ) and your world map and customized airplane are Wow-ing :)
Wow an amazingly huge airport!! Very realistic! :)
Nice work on the Payens Airport. I like the simple map you have made at the beginning of the update, also the layout of the airport it self is very clear.
What a pleasure, Ryan! Osturland is not only a great MD, it is the very first one to work its way all the way up to our Classics category. You've got it all here: great pics, great content, and an amazing take on SC4 that shows through in everything you do.
So, I'm going to hit the post button and welcome our first home-grown Classic, Thanks for sharing this fantastic MD with us.
David
excellent airport! the pictures are top-notch!!! :) congratulations on becoming a 'classic'!
WOW! Our first "home-grown" Classic! Congratulations, my friend! You've earned it!
Yoder...I'm incredibly excited to have come across your stunningly beautiful diary here! Fortunately, for me - but, not for my work - I have spent the better part of the last hour catching up in the pages.
How about some replies....
@Patfirefghtr - I'm glad you were able to get caught up Pat...it is good to hear that you liked the airport update
@Nova Vesfalo - Well I'm glad you found the update! :D ;D Good to hear that you liked the customized maps of the airport and some of the non-stop routes...as always, thanks for stopping by and commenting!
@Pipishere - Welcome Pip! Glad you like the airport I've been working on...thanks for stopping by and visiting....
@Kwakelaar - Well I'm glad you liked the map I made...I've seen it done in other MDs/CJs so I thought that I would have to do it when I got around to showcasing the Payens International Airport...as always, thanks for stopping by!
@Dedgren - Glad that you were the reply that put me over the edge, David! It is an honor to be the first MD to work up through the ranks to get to the Classic category...I'll try not to disappoint the title in my future updates ;D
@Iamgoingtoeatyou - Glad you like the airport pictures...the update was fun to work on...thanks for your congratulations it feels good to be classic :D
@Thundercrack83 - I'm honored to be the first Home-Grown Classic...hopefully my future updates will not disappoint the readers! I'm not sure that I earned anything...there are many really good MDs around here that are more deserving, but time was on my side ;D Thanks for stopping by and commenting!
@Threeswept - Well...I'm glad that you've stumbled across Osturland and like what you see! Sorry it took an hour to get through, but hopefully it was worth it! Thanks for stopping by and commenting...don't be a stranger in the future!
Well everyone, I'm working on an update that will probably come later this week...until then enjoy today's newspaper from Payens talking about the upcoming Simlympic Bid that will be showcased in the next few weeks or so....till next time, Cheers!
BACK THE BID!!!! &hlp &hlp &hlp
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oooohhhhh how interesting and fabulous.
Love the logo and that arena looks fantastic, from what I can see. :-\
Edit - Many congratulations on becoming a classic, so deserved &apls &apls
Hello Yoder,
Another wonderfull newspaper. And a very good looking stadium. :thumbsup:
And how could I forget it &mmm congratulations with your promotion to this category(for real this time :D
You fully deserve it!
BTW Stropon backs your bid for the simlympic 100%
(where do I sign?) ;D
Strechnitz
wow...i missid out a lot!!!!!
i'm so glad your among the classics now!! the right place where Osturland belongs!! &apls
the last few updates ( those that i missed!!) are amazing!!
i love the airport, it looks very cool!
good luck with the Simlypics...i hope you gonna win!!
Greets Ferry
Yoder - gosh, I have missed a bucket-load! I'm amazed at all of the work that's gone into everything - I particularly like the television coverages you did - very creative! Great stuff :thumbsup:
Yoder do my eyes decive me you are bidding for the simlympics woohoo... If thats the case wow i cant wait to see what you do for your bid - pat
Welcome to page 14!
Wonderful newspaper, Yoder! Great picture of that stadium!
That newspaper looks outstanding, my friend! Good luck on your bid!
Very cool newspaper!
A diplomatic dispatch from the Imperial Kingdom of Atlantis
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A have a short update today of one interesting area in the Payens Capital...but first, some replies ;D
@Belfastuniguy - Glad you liked the annoucement and my attempt at a simlympic logo. The stadium will be revealed in time :P Thanks for the congrats on becoming a classic...I'm honored. By the way, I have posted a reply for diplomatic relations with Atlantis in your MD. Thanks for stopping by and commenting as always.
@Strechnitz - Thanks...the stadium has been done for some time, but I just haven't gotten around to showcasing it of the other sports facilities in that complex...all in due time ;D Thanks for the congrats on the promotion! Glad to hear that Stropon is backing the bid! :D :D you already signed with your post! :D :D Thanks again for visiting!
@Fledder200 - You have missed alot!! Glad you're catching up now. ;D :D Well it pleases me to hear you liked the updates you missed, including the airport...I hope I win the simlympics too! Thanks for stopping by and commenting...don't be a stranger now ;)
@Mattb325 - Matt...I'm glad to see you back! You have missed alot! Glad to hear you liked the Jubilee coverage...that has been one of my favorites in this MD so far. Be sure to not stay away so long next time! ;D :D
@Patfirefghtr - Your eyes do not decieve you Pat...I'm working on a simlympics bid that should be ready in the coming weeks (don't worry I'll be in before the deadline). I've created many new bats just for the simlympics bid, so hopefully the simlympics committee will like them (with my organization, of course) enough to entrust Payens with the bid...as always, thanks for commenting!
@Bat - Thanks bat, glad you liked the newspaper and teaser shot of the stadium! Thanks for commenting and keeping up with Osturland!
@Thundercrack83 - Glad you liked the paper and bid announcement...thanks for the encouragement with the bid, stay tuned in the coming weeks for the official bid. As always, thanks for stopping by.
@Russell - Well I'm glad you were able to get some words together to comment ;D :D I truely appreciate it when the readers leave a note telling me what they like or didn't like...it give me encouragement and helps me figure out what to continue or try new...anyways, thanks for stopping by!
@Pipishere - Thanks Pip! Glad you liked the paper....thanks for stopping by and commenting!
Well everyone, I had hoped to bring you a big update, but alas...I'm trying to get everything finished on the simlympic bid and still have several bats to render (a few to finsish creating). So I haven't been playing simcity 4 as much as I had hoped, thus not a proper update today. I figure I still have a week and a half before I get the simlympic update ready, so this might be the last update until Payens simlympic bid is all finished. Anyways, I thought I would showcase a part of town in the 7th Ward of Payens. Creating this area was a plop-a-polooza for me. I tend to not do much plopping (particularly with residentials), but I did for this area and the major skyscrapers of Payens (which we'll see in later updates). The location in question is called Baudinard Circus and is one of the most popular tourist areas in Payens. It is the Payens equivalent of London's Piccadilly Circus or New York's Times Square. The circus is named for Peter M. Baudinard (a statue of his likeness is in the middle of the central roundabout) who was one of the first major financial magnates of the young and growing Osturland economy throughout the 1800s. Baudinard Circus is a major shopping district in Payens and is the heart of the Payens theater district. While not as extensive as Broadway in New York, the Payens Baudinard Circus boasts 8 theaters showcasing musicals. There is also many hotels in the area offering high-class accommodations to tourists visiting Payens. Toward the south of the circus there are many high-rent appartment buildings available to those who crave Payens nightlife. I've included multiple pictures of the Baudinard Circus from various angles including night-time shots since there are so many great looking billboards lit up at night. Thanks to all the great batters who can see their work illuminated in the circus!!! Enjoy!
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Baudinard Circus looks amazing, Yoder! Like you said, it's like New York and London wrapped up into one! I hope all goes well with your bid preparation, and I'll be looking forward to seeing the development on that front.
WOW Great update Yoder. I particulary like the night shots and the atmposhere of this place.
Fantastic update indeed. I love the look of the circus, my fav building is the apple store, looks great.
On another note, do you have a BAT that you would like to select to have as the embassy for Osturland. I will also be announcing who the ambassador to Osturland shall be.
What a fantastic update! You can almost hear the clicking of tourists cameras there in Baudinard Circus...well, maybe they don't click so much as there might be a lot of flashing. &Thk/( I just realised that flashing could mean something other than a camera flash. :P But, I'm sure the authorities are on top of that. :D
wha a amazing update...i realy like those cornor buildings next to the "times square" building!
well...though i'm strange...i wont be a stranger anymore...nevermind...that is strange..:)
anyhoo i love the update!! :thumbsup:
The Imperial Kingdom of Atlantis would proudly like to announce its ambassador to the nation of Osturland.
Viscount James Henry Pottinger joined the Atlantan diplomatic service 6 years ago and previous to his new position he was Governor General of the Imperial Colony of New Yemen. Viscount Pottinger has expressed his delight to be the Atlantan leading these new diplomatic ties with Osturland and believes these are times of great joy for both nations and we look forward to a future of further co-operation
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Though I'm feeling very, very sad, must say that seeing those new diagonals by prepo made me little happy.
I really that big plaza with the big roundabout and they bypasses and the diagonal BATs.
They all fit together and the nightpics with the commercials are just marvelous!
The airport ... well it is an airport ...
(don't expert anything more from me - I hate airports ...)
Take care and make backups!
Bernhard :thumbsup:
Yoder that was a great update... I loved the Rundabout area and the diagnles fit so well... All i can say about the Simlympic Bid right now you are gonna be a tough one to beet ;)
Hey Yoder!
I've finally got around to reading your CJ, why the hell did I wait so long? :D. I've read through all 14 pages and have been pretty amazed by the consistent quality of the updates.
I'm currently working on a CJ with a similar theme to yours (A nation with rich history) and Osturland has given me a lot of inspiration. When I eventually get around to starting my CJ, I hope it and Osturland will become great friends :).
Really looking forward to your Simlympic bid, I'm sure it'll be incredible! I love the arena, and the logo is pretty cool too. I'm going to make sure I check back a lot more often from now on. ;D
Ps. Where did you get the Apple store shown in your last update?
Just cracking!! The layout is very unique and the buildings fit great...very nice work :)
Wow, with prepo's diagonal buildings Baudinard Circus reminds me a bit of Place Charles de Gaulle (http://www.linternaute.com/paris/magazine/diaporama/06/paris-vu-du-ciel/1950/2.shtml) in Paris.
I'm looking forward to finding* those buildings in the LEX.
EDIT: *Is this correct? Actually there are some people who claim that English is an easy language ... $%Grinno$%
How about some replies? :P ;D
@Thundercrack83 - Well I'm glad you like the circus! It definately the place to go in Payens for a good time. I'm trying to render stuff and wrap things up to get the bid done...hopefully I'm not kililng it prematurely by increasing the collective anticipation of the commenters &mmm %confuso :D ;D Thanks for stopping by!
@Air6 - Thanks! I'm glad you like the circus...the city of Payens try to keep all the bright lights in the same part of town to keep the light pollution down ;) That way everyone knows where to go to see neon lights and have some fun.
@Belfastuniguy - Glad you liked the update of the circus...I really like the apple store bat too! I figured it was a nice tribute to the recent iphone ::) :D also there is a Harry Potter tribute on one of the other billboards ;D The government of Osturland look forward to working with the newlly appointed ambassador from the Imperial Kingdon of Atlantis. I'm sure that the Viscount is more than experienced to handle the job for the mutual benefit of our two great countries. He will definately be on the guest list for upcoming "special" Osturland functions.
@Threeswept - Yes! so many tourists taking pictures of the sights and sounds of the circus...indeed the police try to keep a handle on the "indecent" flashing :D as for cameras, most don't need to even have their camera flashes on since the neon lights up the night sky so much ::) :D Thanks for you comment!
@Fledder200 - Glad you liked the buildings of the circus. I'm sure you aren't strange :D and I know that you aren't a stranger to Osturland! Thanks for always coming back to visit!
@Bengt - Yeah, I download stuff from the private BSCLEX and forget that some of the stuff hasn't been released yet ::) oh well, I'm glad you noticed Prepo's work and how wonderful it looks along the diagonal roads. I have some of your diagonals in Payens as well...just haven't shown them yet, they work well with Prepo's. Thanks for stopping by and I'm glad the update made you a little happy.
@Nardo69 - I'm glad to hear you like the roundabout network of roads. I wish there were more bats with bright nighttime billboards (particularly diagonal buidings), but alas...we have to work with what is available don't we. At any rate, I'm glad that you like the selection I came up with. As for the airport...we'll I don't blame you. I don't like making airports, but they are a necessary evil so at least I can show everyone that Payens has an airport and that I didn't completely avoid it :D Thanks for stopping by Bernhard!
@Patfirefghtr - Glad to hear you liked the circus! Well as I said above, I fear that I'm creating anticipation about the bid and then it is not going to live up to the expectations &mmm....oh well, hopefully I can live up to the expectations, I think what I have looks good and at the least I'm bringing many new buildings to the table for the simlympic venues. As always, thanks for stopping by Pat!
@Slacker - I see that Osturland is the first post that you've made here at SC4Devotion...well, welcome to this wonderful website. I hope you take some time to look around and see all the great threads that the forums here have to offer. There are so many very well done MDs here. Well I hope you enjoyed your time catching up with what has been happening in Osturland, specifically Payens. When you get your CJ ready, then we'll have to discuss some diplomatic relations ;) Well I'm looking forward to posting my simlympic bid! Hopefully, it will be worth the wait for those who've been following it. Oh, the apple store came from Simtropolis...if you go to STEX it is on like the 7th or 8th page. Thanks for stopping by.
@Pipishere - Thanks, Pip! Glad you liked the circus!
@N1_2888 - Like I said before, I forget what has been released and what hasn't been released from the BSC. Prepo's diagonals are wonderful to work with and fit seamlessly with each other. I'm not sure where they are in the pipeline in terms of being released, but I'm sure they are on their way.....Thanks for the reference. I think it does resemble it a bit as well...especially with so many roads intesecting in the same location.
Well everyone, I'm not sure if my next update will be the simlympic one or not...I'm thinking that I may introduce Osturland National University instead and then follow it up next week with the simlympic update (I have until August 5th to post my bid). At any rate, thanks for following Osturland, I really appreciate it! Till next time, Cheers!
Hello Yoder,
I go away for a few days, neglect my favorite MD's and I seem to miss out a lot :)
The circus has turned out very well. One should be glad to visit it and not have to live there or it would seem to me to be virtually impossible to keep the neon out of your bedroom at nights :)
And yes seeing the prepo diagonals in action does make the anxiety bigger and bigger. You have made good use of them. good job, my friend.
I look forward to both possible subjects for your next update. the bid and the university. lets see who wins eh :-\
Strechnitz
That is a wonderful looking circus, Yoder! Nice roundabout and buildings around it! :thumbsup:
Quotehopefully I'm not kililng it prematurely by increasing the collective anticipation of the commenters...
Nonsense! You've never failed to impress so far, my friend! I'm sure the Osturland bid will be one for the history books!
Loving the Baudinard Cirkus and how elegantly crafted it is, and... I must confess that I have absolutely no idea what the Simlympics is, but nevertheless, I wish you good luck with that.
Well....how about an update? I recently took some pictures of the Osturland National University and I thought I'd show them off. However, before I get to that I'll do some replies.....
@Strechnitz - Glad that you liked the circus Strech...It is quite lite up at night and only true nightowls dare live around the circus! I think prepo's diagonals are alot of fun to play with, I've used them in other areas of Payens too. It seems that the University update won out so I hope you enjoy it! As always, thanks for your comments, my friend!
@Bat - Thanks Bat, glad you like the layout of the circus, it was alot of fun to pick out which buildings to plop to give a feeling of excitement and nightlife.
@Thundercrack83 - Thanks for your kind words, I guess we'll see if your right or not this weekend ;D....as always, thanks for stopping by!
@Russell - Glad to hear you like the circus Russell! Well the simlympics is the communities version of the olympics. You can find all sorts of information about it at the simlympic website found here (http://www.hostmybb.com/phpbb/portal.php?mforum=simlympics)....Thanks for the good luck wish, the update will be here later this week.
To all...as I mentioned in some of the comments, the simlympic bid will be here later this week (possibly friday or saturday). I have a few pictures left to create and a few graphics left to through together. At any rate, I would like to today show off the Osturland National University!
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Osturland National University is the oldest institution of higher learning in Osturland. From its founding in 1354 A.D., the University has risen to international prominence through its focus on research and teaching. Indeed, it is consistently marked as one of the top 10 universities in the world. The University is a private institution and boasts an enrollment of 8,000 undergraduate and 10,000 graduate students. The campus rests directly southwest of the Government District in Payens, Osturland.
The University was founded from a conversation held between King William Newenham and Prime Minister Robert Mounford. Both men understood the importance of educating the populace and believed that for achieving success with the grand social experiment, that was Osturland, its leaders would need intelligent scrutiny. While they believed that the church played a role in the education of the people, they did not believe that the church should control the educational institutions of Osturland, nor did they believe that the institution should be controlled by the government. If the University and its purpose was to be successful, then they believed that a bias-free view of the world, based on scientific understanding, would be necessary. Of course like much of Osturland, their views were far ahead of their time, but stemmed from the corruption they experienced with their respective governments and the Catholic Church. We begin with a map of the university campus.
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Below are several pictures of the original part of campus. Later in the 1750s a massive expansion project went underway to enlarge the campus to support more disciplines and develop a larger student population. The two buildings at the back of the complex house the Chancellor's office and residence. Administration buildings flank either side of the Chancellor's office and residence. To the east (lower portion of the picture) is the Maur Library Complex. It is considered today to be a mega-library system with holdings that rival the Library of Congress and British Library. Even further east is the Newenham Chapel, which provides a spiritual retreat and weekly chapel services for the University students.
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The center of student life (and roughly the picture) is the Student Activities Center where student clubs and organizations have their offices. There are also various study rooms and cafes in the building. On either side of the Student Activities Center is the Humanities Quadrangels as well as the Fine Arts and Natural Sciences Quadrangles. Along with the Natual Sciences Annex, these quadrangles constitute the primary teaching and research buildings on campus.
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Finally, the last portion of the campus comprise the sporting facilities. The first building we see is the Olford Athletic Center which is the basketball arena for the University. The OAC has a seating capacity of 10,000. Next to the OAC is where all the football contests are played on campus, the Saint-Peden Stadium. The football stadium has a normal seating capacity of roughly 25,000. Both facilities are expected to be apart of the upcoming Payens Simlympics Bid.
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Well, that is all from Osturland for today....look for another update later this week! Till then, Cheers :thumbsup:
Oh it looks wonderful Yoder, I love the paths (are they a specific creation or something freely available??)
It's so green and peaceful looking, the perfect campus. ::) I am so looking forward to that bid :-\
I think it's safe to say that that is the best university complex I have seen in an MD/CJ. The paths and textures are amazingly done.
And looking back on previous updates such as Baudinard Circus, I-I-I'm just speechless. My only suggestion is that it could use a traffic generator to give it that busy, crowded feel. But that's a minor triviality.
Consider me hooked once again. &apls
yes i'm always happy to come back!!
Osturland is a nice vacation land!!
nice people and beautiful stuff to see!!
i love the National University! but..arn't people late for their classes?? it's a long walk between the buildings LOL
well great update!! can't wait for more!! :thumbsup: &apls
That is magnificent! It's so good to see those few builders that truely undrstand the scale problems of this game. You have to build BIG to make it look real. &apls
The university looks excellent! I love all the trees and the paths, and that stadium looks outstanding! Great work, as always, my friend!
The university looks great. The buildings are looking great in those ocnfigurations and the grounds add to the whole effect! :satisfied:
That campus is looking very great, Yoder! Also wonderful pictures of it and the stadium! :thumbsup:
Hello Yoder,
The Campus looks very good.
I like the spacious layout. the tranquility the planning gives. the shade and the lawns give the student ample opportunity for academic reflection and deep ponderings. :)
...or just use them for jogging ;)
The stadium is a very good addition. I like it.
And last but not least, the storeyline where you start with the founding structures and take us on a little tour through the subsequent expansions. very nice detail. (You know I am a sucker for history :) )
Strechnitz.
Great update and very good job on the university. Did you make those lots yourself in LE? If so great work, you did a great job. I really like how you have it spaced out, nice effect. And lots of parking, very realistic. Great job over all!
&apls
Robin :thumbsup:
Stunning work, yoder! It's really inspiring to see it! I'm very fond of that university, it's very realistic!
A fabulous University!! Good Luck with your Bid too!!! :thumbsup:
How about a few replies today ;D
@Belfastuniguy - Thanks, I'm glad you like the campus. The paths are apart of one of the BSC texture packs, I just made about 30 blank lots...modded them as parks and put them in the energy menu (don't have alot going on in that menu), then just plopped away. The university buildings are all on their own generic lots. I'm glad that you liked the result....don't worry the bid is only a few days away (I'm rendering buildings as we speak)!
@Eddie - Thanks for the compliment...I liked the result after I plopped everything. Ah yes, the traffic does tend to be somewhat sparse around Payens. I have the heaviest traffic generator installed from NAM, but the problem is that I play with people/traffic turned off, as well as shadows and building drawing. It just takes everything so long to load when I'm playing that I don't max out the graphics end. Then, when I go to take pictures I turn everything up on high and take my pictures. The only problem is that I tend to take my pictures before I give the traffic anytime to kick in %confuso I just get to anxious ::) In the future I'll try to remember to let the clock run a bit before I take my pictures so I can get some traffic going. ;D Thanks for stopping by and commenting, I'm glad to hear that you are re-hooked :)
@Fledder200 - Glad to hear it! Well that is the thing, the campus is so spread out that it takes everyone a bit of time to get from class to class. Students at ONU are used to having to run between classes so they won't be late :D ;D The administration is thinking of administering golf carts to help students with their tardiness, the only consideration though is that it will make students too lazy! :D ::) Thanks again for stopping by and leaving a comment!
@Emilin - Yes these buildings are scaled small for their purpose, but they are such nice buildings that I just couldn't leave them out of traditional University. I hope that spreading the buildings out achieves the desired effect, I personally think that the result was worth the land space used. At any rate, it is good to hear that you liked the effect. Thanks for stopping by and telling me what you think!
@Thundercrack83 - Thanks, glad to hear you like the University and stadium complex. It is always a pleasure to hear your encouragement when I check the comments left by viewers. Thanks for stopping by!
@Schulmanator - Thanks Schulmanator, I'm glad you like the layout. I was aiming at a traditional college green layout with a tidy mall in the middle. If you catch the mall at the right time of year, you get to see a commencement ceremony. ;D As always, thanks for stopping by and visiting.
@Bat - Thanks, glad you liked the campus and stadium. There will be more pictures of the stadium with the simlympics bid...most likely a night shot with the cool red nightlighting. Thanks for stopping by!
@Stretchnitz - Thanks Strech...I'm glad that you like the layout and wide open spaces. As I mentioned to Fledder, the students are used to jogging from class to class to make it on time. ;D The stadium was a fun little piece to build (took me a couple of days to get it created). The storyline is of course the part that I have the most trouble with and I often neglect it. I'm trying to do better to give some history and I'm working on a few storylines for future updates. Thanks for stopping by and commenting, my friend!
@Rooker1 - Thanks! Yes, the university buildings were lotted by me and the paths done in LE. Glad to hear you liked the look I achieved. I've spent the better part of the last 9 years at Universities (I'm in my last year of my Ph.D.) so I've had some experience walking around them...I hoped that I could achieve some realistic and I'm glad to hear that you think so. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment, I appreciate it!
@Muzz - Thanks Muzz, I'm glad you liked the University. It was fun to create and it is nice when others think that the effect looks good. As always, thanks for stopping by and commenting.
@Pipishere - Thanks Pip, I'm glad you like the University...don't worry the bid is soon on its way!
Well, I'm rendering some buildings and hope to have an update later this week!
-Ryan
I don't comment much but after seeing the university i have to say that it looks great - probably the best I've seen yet.... &apls
you've put alot of work into to it and it shows..... nicely done..... :thumbsup:
I must be honest now, this university-update has been worst what you provided so far &mmm The symmetry is always nice, but this time combined with those maxis-looking (I think that they are part of maxis university) buildings it looks bad, there is absolutely no life &mmm Sunken highway otherhand was looking great and that football stadium, so awesome. Where did you get that? I haven't seen that before..hmm
And for diagonal bats, I'll make more of them and try to fix the LOD problem what they have. Just to offer alternative architechture to prepo's set :)
Yoder i loved that unervisty it was supper... and the sunken highway to great job &apls
Wonderful university , the LE paths are stuning really nice use of the textures ! The storyline is nice too :) Like the masterplan of the university ! And the seal/logo is a nice addition :)
&apls &apls Great university and campus you have done . Everythings just fit very well togheter . Very well done. :thumbsup:
A few more replies.....
@Oyd - Well I'm glad you decided to comment ;D Thanks for the compliment about the University...I'm glad you like the result of my efforts! Feel free to stop by and comment again sometime ;D
@Bengt - Well I'm sorry to hear that you did not like the University update, but I'm glad you felt comfortable enough here to tell me what you really think...I appreciate that! The buildings are indeed apart of the University complex provided by Maxis. I like the models themselves (although they are underscaled)...hopefully you will like some of the other Universities that I have started (and have planned) for other cities in Osturland. Glad to hear you liked the football stadium...that is indeed one of my more recent bats....it will be available for release sometime in the future (after proper modding). Glad to hear that you will be making more diagonals...the game desperately needs some. Yours work rather well with prepo's set...maybe in the future I'll have to do some myself, who knows! As always, thanks for stopping by and letting me know what you think!
@Patfirefghtr - Thanks Pat, I'm glad that you liked the university and highways...It is always nice to see you comment...thanks for stopping by as always!
@Nova Vesfalo - Thanks Nova, I'm glad you like the university and the paths around campus. The story is somewhat short, buy hopefully it was a nice little backstory. As always, the logo was fun to come up with...I'm glad you noticed it! Thanks for stopping by and commenting!
@Kimcar - Thanks! I'm glad you liked the flow of the university and they way I've plopped it together! It was fun to make and I'm glad that others have enjoyed checking out my toils! As always, thanks for stopping by!
Well...I'm still working away....tenatively thinking that friday will be the day! Cheers....
What an incredibly gorgeous university campus! Un-biased, scientific based education...glad the King and Prime Minister had great foresight for the citizens.
The stadium is looks very nice and I'm glad to see there is plenty of parking (something I tend to forget)
The layout and style of the campus is obviously well thought out, the chapel is a nice touch.
But I think the central grassed area just needs something a little extra to break up the symmetry just a little, like those fountains in front of the chapel, or some plopped water, or a garden.
Apart from that I agree with everyone especially emilin about the scale, something for me to try to keep in mind.
I looked over this entire CJ again, It still continues to amaze me. Great updates Yoder! :)
From one of your past updates, There's a spinning road that seems like a parking garage in the bottom of this picture: http://oak.cats.ohiou.edu/~ry133003/Osturland/Update%205/TR1.jpg
Is this one of your creations or is it available for download? Thanks and Cheers.
Payens Official Simlympic Bid
September 2007
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Welcome Message
On behalf of the city and people of Payens, Osturland, and the Payens Simlympic Exploration Committee, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the official launch of the Payens Simlympic Bid. This message and informational packet is designed to give members of the Simlympic Committee, media, and general public an overview of what Payens has to offer the September Simlympics. Included in this packet is an overview of the Payens metropolitan area; financing the games; how to get to and get around Payens; attractions and accommodations in the city; the existing venues in Payens that will be used for the simlympics; new venues and facilities that will be constructed to meet simlympic needs if the Payens bid is successful. Hopefully, you will find this information informative and helpful as you select the next host of the future Simlympics.
Albert Bontrager
Lord Mayor
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Payens, Osturland
With a metropolitan area population of approximately 3,000,000 inhabitants, Payens is one of the largest cities in Osturland. The nation was founded in 1320 A.D. and shortly after that date, Payens was founded and selected as the seat of the Osturland federal government. Osturland has a proud and rich heritage that comes from the Templar Knights, Osturland's founders, and the Crusades. Today, this heritage can be seen around Payens in its plazas, parks, government buildings, and people. European history comes alive in the city with its mixture of old and new architecture as well as diverse architectural styles, which combine the best Europe has to offer. Payens is divided into several wards or districts. Each has something different to offer. The Government District is the home of the Osturland Parliament as well as the home of the Prime Minister, Payens Citadel, and numerous other government buildings. The 2nd Ward is home to the Ministry of Finance and the Jubilee Dome. The 3rd and 4th Wards constitute the bulk of the Osturland finance districts. The 7th Ward is the planned home of the Simlympic Park.
While Payens is the government center of Osturland, it is also one of the leading commercial and industrial cities in the nation. As a city of international prominence, the city officials of Payens know how to accommodate large scale events. Most recently, HRH King William Gardannes Jubilee Celebration was held in the city. The event attracted spectators, diplomats, and heads of states from many of the nations of the world.
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Financing
For the Simlympic Bid, the Prime Minister Bernard W. Rigaud sought the permission of the Osturland Parliament, the Office of the Lord Mayor of Payens, and the blessing of HRH King William Gardannes to form an exploratory committee for the feasibility of a bid. After careful consideration it was the recommendation of the committee that Payens develop a formal bid for the Simlympics. The proposed financing for the Payens Simlympics includes multiple sources. The largest sum would come from the Osturland Government. The federal government has set aside 3.75 B euros of tax money for the construction of new Simlympic Venues throughout the city. The city of Payens is prepared to spend 1.25 B euros in the form of support cost for the event. This includes a new subway line designed to connect several of the planned Simlympic Venues, increased security and fire protection services, and the creation of new green spaces around the Simlympic Park and Payens. Finally, several Payens investment groups will provide an additional 0.75 B euros to develop and construct a Simlympic Village for the games.
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Getting to and Around Payens
Payens can be reached by air and sea. As an island nation, Osturland boasts many seaports; many constitute some of the finest in the world. Payens has a principle seaport that accommodates several ferry services from the United Kingdom, France, Spain, and Portugal.
For most, the best way to arrive to Payens is through the Payens International Airport. The airport is the 3rd largest in Osturland and is serviced by most major air carriers around the world travel. The airport boasts two terminals with the smaller of the two dedicated exclusively to Osturland Airlines. If the bid is successful, Osturland Airlines will be the official air carrier of the Payens Simlympics.
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Below is a map of the Payens International Airport. In addition to the terminals, there is ample short and long term parking, hotels accessible to the terminals, accessibility to Payens M401, an AirTram providing transportation around the Airport, and a connection via the AirTram to the Metropolitan Line of the Payens Tunnel.
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Once you've arrived to Payens, you can choose several different modes of transportation to get around the city. From the airport there are various automobile rental services that can provide motorists with their own rides around town. There is also many cab companies operating in the city that can take travelers around the city for a fee. This fee is determined by the city of Payens and is standard across cab companies.
The easiest way to travel around Payens is through the Payens Area Rapid Transit Authority (PARTA). PARTA operates a light rail train service throughout the Government District as well as the 3rd and 5th Wards. Additionally, PARTA operates an extensive subway system throughout all of the districts in Payens, called the Payens Tunnel. Below is a map of the lines and stops that PARTA offers. There are both local and express trains that operate on each line. The gray line in the map below is the proposed Olympic Line that will connect the proposed site of the Simlympic Park with several of the proposed existing venues in a Payens sponsored Simlympics. Additionally, the Baudinard Line would connect the Simlympic Park with the National Sports Complex, the other principle location of the Simlympic venues. The Payens Tunnel is the most efficient way to travel the city and would be a great asset to a Payens Simlympic.
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Attractions and Accommodations in Payens
As mentioned previously in this packet, Payens is full of European history. There are many sites to see around town. There are historical museums including: Osturland National Archives, The Museum of Natural History, Osturland Museum of History, and de Molay Cathedral. There is also the Payens Museum of Historical Art as well as the Osturland Musuem of Modern Art. There are many government buildings open to the public for tours including: Osturland Parliament, Payens Citadel complex, Montliard Palace, Mounford House, and almost all of the various ministries (excluding the Ministries of War, Energy, and Information).
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Another site of interest for tourists is the Payens Eye (an observation wheel). Payens also boosts an excellent parks system including: the Great Mall, Templar Plaza, Metropolitan Park, Grant Park, and Riverside Park. A final popular tourist destination is Baudinard Circus and the fashion district of Merchandise Mart.
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There is also a myriad of accommodations in Payens. There are many corporate hotel chains that offer rooms for guests in the capital city. Hotel chains including: Marriot, Hyatt, Hilton, Sheraton, Double Tree, Omni, and many others. There are also locally owned and operated hotels offering deluxe accommodations to guests such as The Park Inn, located in Payens 3rd Ward. If the Payens bid is successful, then several new hotels will be built in the proposed Simlympic Village so that guests can have accommodations close to the games.
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Plans for the Simlympics
Logo – The Simlympic logo developed by the Payens Simlympic Exploration Committee features a newly constructed architectural symbol that represents both Payens and the reign of our monarch. The circular symbol is an artist's adaptation of the Payens Eye, an observation wheel located on the banks of the Molay River. The Eye opened this past June as apart of the Jubilee Celebration and provides riders with spectacular views of the Payens Citadel, 1st, and 4th Wards. From the wheel, riders will also be able to see the proposed Simlympic Park. In addition to the symbol of the Payens Eye, the traditional Simlympic logo is featured on the official logo, as well as the name Payens and the year.
Slogan – The official slogan for the Payens Simlympics will be: "Where the past meets the present and the future is decided" The idea behind the slogan is that competing nations, regardless of past philosophical differences or performances in the games, all have an opportunity to participate in the present. Their respective performance at this Simlympic games will dictate the athletic legacies they leave to future generations.
Simlympic Flame and Cauldron – The Flame and Cauldron is simple in style and resembles scaffolding. Constructed of steel and concrete, the cauldron rests on top of a platform 80 meters high. From this height, the cauldron will be seen from within the Simlympic Stadium during the opening and closing ceremonies as well as from many parts of Payens, particularly the 4th and 7th Wards.
Simlympic Park – The planned Simlympic Park will be located in Payens Perigord Park. Perigord Park is one of the single largest parks in Payens. With over 3,200 acres, the park sets restfully on the eastern side of Payens inside the 7th Ward. The 7th Ward is the home of most of the city government offices in Payens including the Greater Payens Authority. It is also conveniently located to Payens 4th Ward financial district, the Metropolitan Park, Baudinard Circus, and the Payens International Airport. If this bid is successful, construction would immediately begin in the park and its name will be officially changed to Simlympic Park.
It is important to this committee and the city of Payens that the green space in the park be preserved as much as possible. With that in mind, the park will be divided such that smaller parks will be developed among the various Simlympic Venues so that Payens will still have the majority of its eastside green space after the conclusion of the Simlympics. The center of the park will have a plaza adjacent to the Simlympic Stadium that will feature a steel constructed globe within a fountain. Around the fountain will be flags of various nations of the world. Below, we describe in more detail the specific venues that will be located at the Simlympic Park.
Simlympic Village – To the south of the Simlympic Park will be the Simlympic Village. The purpose of the village will be to provide the Simlympics with services critical to its efficient functioning. Specifically, the village will have accommodations for the athletes of the competing nations, hotel accommodations for visitors to the games, various restaurants, Payens Tunnel service, a media center to house the media services from nations across the globe, stores selling Simlympic memorabilia, exercise facilities for athletes and the general public, and additional vendor spaces for Simlympic advertisers.
Venues – The Payens Simlympic Exploration Committee has developed a plan for the Simlympics to utilize both existing sporting venues in Payens as well as constructing new venues for the games. To this end, the committee has divided the venues up into six zones that are situated around the city of Payens. The first zone is the Simlympic Park. This will be the primary location of most simlympic games and will comprise mostly new construction (with the exception of La Roche Convention Center). The second zone will be the National Sports Complex (NSC). The NSC has been the historic home of the yearly Osturland Games. Each year Payens plays host to the federal games of the nation for the talented athletes of Osturland. The NSC will play a major role in accommodating many of the Simlympic sports. The third zone will be the Jubilee Dome, located a brief distance from the NSC, located in the prestigious 1st Ward. The fourth zone will be the Parade Ground, located in Payens 10th Ward. The fifth zone will be the Osturland National University. Finally, the sixth zone is located to the south of the city in a hilly region known as Gondamer Heights. Below we detail information about each of the zones and the games that will be hosted at each zone, starting with the sixth zone. Some pictures are included for various existing venues. Additionally, artist renderings are included for proposed venues.Below is a map of the Payens Metropolitan Area showing the spatial relationships of the venues with each.
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Zone 6 Gondamer Heights
Gondamer Heights is a hilly area to the south of Payens that will play host to several of the Simlympic games. Specifically, an off-road course would be developed for the outdoor cycling (mountain biking) that would offer rough and hilly terrain for participants. Additionally, equestrian sports and polo will be played at the Gondamer Heights Equestrian Center the course and field are currently equipped with seating from 1,000, but additional seating will be installed to accommodate 5,000 spectators each. Lastly, the golf course at the prestigious Herrington School will play host to the golf competition.
Zone 5 Osturland National University
Existing Venue: Olford Athletic Center
Seats: 10,000
Current Use: This is a basketball arena and athletic facility for Osturland National University.
Functions during the Games: Wrestling, Kick Boxing, and Boxing
Post-Game Use: The center will continue to be apart of the Osturland National University campus.
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Existing Venue: Saint-Peden Stadium
Seats: 25,000
Current Use: This is a football stadium and athletic facility for Osturland National University.
Functions during the Games: The stadium floor will be converted to host Baseball, Lacrosse, and Cricket.
Post-Game Use: The stadium will continue to be apart of the Osturland National University campus.
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Zone 4 Parade Ground
Existing Venue: Parade Ground
Seats: 10,000 (permanent), 25,000 (expandable)
Current Use: This facility is apart of the Payens Parks System and is used for royal functions. Each year it hosts the Parade of Colors on the monarch's birthday.
Functions during the Games: The Parade Grounds will be divided with temporary seating to accommodate 5,000 spectators for the following sports: Shooting, Archery, Tug-of-War, and Volleyball.
Post-Game Use: The Parade Grounds will continue to be a park for Payens residence and will continue to host the annual Parade of Colors.
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Zone 3 Jubilee Dome
Existing Venue: Jubilee Dome
Seats: 20,000
Current Use: This facility was built to host concerts during the Jubilee Celebrations, currently it is a vacant facility.
Functions during the Games: Gymnastics
Post-Game Use: After the games, the building will be subdivided and converted into a shopping center showcasing high fashion.
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Zone 2 National Sports Complex
Existing Venue: Osturland Dome
Seats: 65,000
Current Use: This facility is home to the two professional football clubs in Payens, the Payens Crew and the Templars. Additionally, it hosts various sports during the Ostruland Games.
Functions during the Games: Football
Post-Game Use: It will continue to be the home of the Payens Crew football club.
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Existing Venue: Payens Arena
Seats: 17,000
Current Use: This facility hosts several sports during the annual Osturland Games and is home to one of Payens two professional basketball clubs, the Payens Bullets.
Functions during the Games: Weight Lifting and Handball
Post-Game Use: The arena will continue to be the home of the professional basketball club, the Payens Bullets.
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Existing Venue: Osturland Tennis Association National Tennis Center
Seats: 5,000 (Center Court), 1,500 (Court 1), 750 (Court 2)
Current Use: The center is hosts several sports during the Osturland Games, but is most famous as the home of the yearly OTA Osturland Open Tennis Tournament. The Osturland Open is the premier tennis tournament in Osturland and kicks off the tennis tour around Osturland.
Functions during the Games: Badminton
Post-Game Use: The center will host various annual amateur and professional tennis tournaments. It will also play co-host to future Osturland Opens. Specifically, center court will become court 1 for the Open and the current court 1 will become court 3 while court 2 will become court 4.
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Existing Venue: National Swim Consortium Natatorium
Seats: 8,000
Current Use: This facility is used periodically through the year by the NSC for amateur and professional swimming competitions. It also hosts the swim sports during the Osturland Games.
Functions during the Games: Synchronised Swimming, Water Polo
Post-Game Use: This indoor swim center will continue to play host to national competitions for the NSC.
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Zone 1 Simlympic Park
Existing Venue: La Roche Convention Center
Current Use: This facility is the premier convention center in Osturland and is one of the largest facilities of its type in the world. It hosts a variety of functions throughout the year that require large exhibition and meeting space. The La Roche Arena is home to one of Payens professional basketball clubs, the Payens Islanders.
Post-Game Use: It will continue to be the premier convention center in Osturland.
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North Hall
Seats: 6,000 (Temporary)
Functions during the Games: Table Tennis
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South Hall
Seats: 3,000 (Temporary)
Functions during the Games: Fencing
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East Hall
Seats: 6,000 (Temporary)
Functions during the Games: Karate, Judo, and Taekwondo
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La Roche Arena
Seats: 22,000
Functions during the Games: Basketball
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Existing Venue: Payens Yacht Club
Seats: 5,000 (Temporary)
Current Use: This facility is home to the sailing enthusiasts throughout Payens. It is located on the Payens River with access to Payens Bay.
Functions during the Games: Rowing, Sailing, and Canoeing
Post-Game Use: After the games, this facility will continue to be the primary yachting facility in Payens.
Proposed Venue: Simlympic Velodrome
Seats: 5,000
Functions during the Games: Cycling (Indoor)
Post-Game Use: After the games, this facility will become incorporated with La Roche Convention Center as a new exhibition hall.
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Proposed Venue: Simlympic Swim Center
Seats: 10,000
Functions during the Games: Swimming and Diving
Post-Game Use: After the games, this facility will become the main competition venue for swim sports related to the Osturland Games.
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Proposed Venue: Simlympic Tennis Center
Seats: 8,000 (Center Court) 3,000 (Court 1)
Functions during the Games: Tennis
Post-Game Use: After the games, this facility will host the annual OTA Osturland Open in combination with the National Tennis Center. The main stadium will become Center Court while Court 1 will become Court 2 for the Osturland Open.
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Proposed Venue: Simlympic Stadium
Seats: 75,000 (Permanent), 10,000 (Temporary)
Functions during the Games: Opening and Closing Ceremonies, Athletics, and Football
Post-Game Use: After the games, this facility will become the new home of Payens oldest professional football club, the Templars.
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The Simlympic Park will also have auxiliary fields for team practice. These fields will also have temporary seating, accommodating 5,000 seats, and will host the Rugby and Hockey sports.
The Modern Pentathlon will be accommodated at the respective venues for each sport while the Triathlon will begin in the Payens River and continue through a course integrated with the 7th Ward. The finish line will be located in the Simlympic Park.
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Concluding Remarks
We hope you have enjoyed reading the plans that we've developed should you choose for Payens to host the upcoming Simlympics. We feel that our city is more than capable of meeting the needs of this historic, annual event. If you have any questions about the content described above, please feel free to inquire of our committee and we will attempt to provide an adequate and timely answer. Hopefully, while reading our preparations you've become excited about seeing the reality of a Payens Simlympics. Back Payens Simlympic Bid and see that Payens becomes the place "where the past meets the present and the future is decided."
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Errata
As you can see, there are many new bats that were developed for this bid. For reference, the bats that I have created include: Saint-Peden Stadium, Parade Ground, Jubilee Dome, Osturland Dome, OTA National Tennis Center, NSC Natatorium, La Roche Convention Center, Simlympic Swim Center (still in progress), and Simlympic Tennis Center. Many of you might have seen the Simlympic Stadium before. It is a model begun by Timo more than 2 years ago. It is based on the Amsterdam Arena. I have been working on the model and plan to finish the seating and walkways around the stadium in time for the opening games if Payens is selected. My intention is to release all of these bats when the modeling, rendering, lotting, and modding is complete. Thanks!
A few replies after a long update ::) :D
@Threeswept - Thanks, I'm glad you liked the university and its founding philosophy...indeed, the Templars were the contermporaries of their time ;D Thanks for stopping by, it is always a pleasure!
@BossOx - Thanks, I usually forget parking too...that is why I'm glad there are some good parking garages to use when I forget. I'm glad you like the campus and its layout...yeah, I had considered putting a statue or something in the middle, but my alma mater had a nice large mall in the middle and I thought I'd reproduce that...students love to play frisbee and such in the expanse of the mall. I appreciate your comments, thanks for stopping by!
@Iamgoingtoeatyou - Thanks, I'm glad you like my work here. Ah yes, that parking garage is not available for distribution. The BSC member who created that never finished all of the moddling for it (it functions, it just lacks pathing so the cars don't actually go down the ramp). It is a lovely model, but not mine to distribute...just play with as a perk of being a BSC member ;D
Well...I hope you all enjoy the much anticipated (mostly on my part :D ) Payens Simlympic Bid.....Cheers
OMG...........I love it, simply fabulous bid Yoder, so very impressive indeed.
The use of custom content is amazing and all credit for that. A unique and fantastic bid and I wish you all the best with it.
This is.. :o really :o :o
:blahblah: - All the venues and the descripitons..if you don't get The Games, then there is no justice in the world. Your own indoor-halls are art and swimming pools..must have them. Reading Osturland makes me feel to play the game, but without your and prepo's bats it's nothing $%Grinno$% And Globen has never looked so good &opr
But double-posting >:( :bomb: ;)
That last stadium BAT is incredible, truly a work of beauty, excellent job!
Not only are there plenty of wonderful venues and a terrific explanation of the where's and how's of everything...it's just a really beautiful city and would do the Simlympics proud. &apls With or without the Symlimpics, I'm buying my plane ticket as we speak... ;D
That has got to be the best Simplympic bid I have ever seen. Amazing amount of work has obviously gone into this. I hope you get the games. :thumbsup:
WOW...
I......That......You......
WOW.
I don't think that a real city could top your bid, my friend. Payens should get not only the Simlympics bid, but the next ACTUAL Olympics bid! The amount of planning, detail, and work in that is astounding. I can't really express my amazement in words!
If you ask me, you've got MY vote. :o
Those stadiums are mind-numbingly beautiful.
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This is my favorite one. The tennis courts come a close second, even though the rest are just as good and absolutely gorgeous. Let the games begin! And I say this because you're a lock for the win. :satisfied:
OMG OMG yoder ummm yea did i say omg yet??? wow you have a spectacular bid here... :thumbsup:
OMG &hlp &hlp &hlp you made the ArenA !!!!! &hlp &hlp &hlp Super...
And what a campaign - I don't know what the other bidding cities will be doing and but to me it's seems Osterland will definately end in top candacies! My airline is already checking for extra slots on Payens International !
WOAH WOAH WOAH!!!
:O
GEEZ YODER! You've got my vote! You are crazy man! All that planning and details, how long did it take you to do that?! ()what()
BEYOUND excellent work, One of the best updates EVER in a journal!!!
&apls &apls &apls &apls
&apls &apls &apls Oh men / A lot of work my friend . I do you find the time for do that ? You never sleep or what ? ;D Beautifull . simply beautifull . Payens 2007 is pretty ready and complete. Very good organisation you have done . The map . bat , layout, everythings is just perfect . I`m I`m ..`I`m very lucky to not live over there , because check the income taxes they gonna receive in their bills lol ;D ;D Great update , see you
wow....
(and i got excited when i saw the university &ops)
amazing work..... you have my vote &apls
It's brilliant, I've looked through it three times now and it still makes my gape.
The detail and scope are both amazing...
The thoughtfulness and artistic brilliance...
But one question...the sea walls around the Jubilee Dome, are they real sea walls or the edges of a canal and more importantly where do I get them?
Anyone considering a bid should just stop now and wait for the next opportunity, the winner is already here.
OMG, looks great!
Great job on the lot for the Arena. You've made a Maxis BAT look beautiful. (I hated the original lot on that building, btw)
And here's to hoping you win. :P
Wonderful bid. (even if it did take forever to load on my dial up connection. LOL) I really enjoyed it.
I only see one thing that sorta confuses me. Doesn't the proposed Olympic Line parallel the Jubilee Line very closely? That would almost make it redundant. And the proposed Olympic Line doesn't even connect to the National Sports complex, while the Jubilee Line already does. Also neither of these connect directly to the airport. My suggestion would be to connct across from near the Parade grounds to the Airport Terminal (the "AirTram") then to the Grant's Park area. This would loop in the Airport to the main lines more easily. Just a suggestion. ;)
---Gaston
That was a long and awesome update, Yoder! Beautiful area! :thumbsup:
Wow.... what can I say? :o
What a bid! Yoder, you've out done yourself. Here's a little analysis of your bid (Plan to do this for all the bids in the next day or two)
Financing
Your accounts look great :P. What does B stand for btw?
Transportation:
Airport looks good, large enough to handle the expected influx of visitors the Simlympics would bring.
PARTA is really developed too, would be great for the games. One thing which may cause a problem is having no direct link from the airport to the Simlympic park. But that's no biggy at all.
Attractions and Accommodations
Well, Payens certainly ticks the box for "Culturally diverse nations with plenty of attractions". Very nice :)
Plans for the Simlympics
Logo - I like it. Simple, yet effective.
Slogan - Pretty cool, I like the legacy idea.
Simlympic Flame - Sounds like a good plan!
Simlympic Park - Wow, that's gonna be one hell of a park! I also like the idea of preserving as much green space as possible.
Venues
I like the map! Puts everything into perspective nicely :).
All your venues look amazing, it's really great how you've BATed the majority of the stadiums yourself. Totally unique. I like the way you've listed the use of the venue after the games, helps ensure they won't be white elephants.
My favourite venues are; Simlympic Tennis Centre, Simlympic Stadium, La Roche Convention Centre and the parade ground.
All in all, a very good bid. Good luck!
Wow...Thanks everyone for the overwhelming response! How about a few replies?.... ;D
@Belfastuniguy - Thanks, I'm glad you liked the update...yes there is alot of custom content that has taken awhile for me to create. I've been putting off a simlympic bid for some time because I had so many buildings planned that I wanted before I did it...but the time is now! :D Glad that you liked my efforts, thanks for the wish.
@Bengt - Thanks, I hope I get the bid, but there are some others at the simlympic website that are impressive so we'll see....but I am biased to think mine is the best ::) :D I'm glad you liked the redo of Globe Arena...I mean Payens Arena :P :D Yeah, I double posted....I was simultaneously posting here and the simlympic website, so I didn't do comments... &mmm so yeah...double post, my apologies, I'll try not to do it again :D Glad you liked the new buildings that I've created...after a bit they will make their way to LEX ;) Thanks for stopping by, my friend!
@Yoman - Yes, it is a nice piece of modeling work...Timo did a really good job on it and I was sad to not see it ever completed....so when he asked if anyone wanted to take it on, I jumped at the chance. All of the lower level seats are done, just have the upper deck to do and then the walkways and a few other features......Thanks for the comment.
@Threeswept - Thanks, I took alot of time to write up some details for this update and I liked the result, glad to hear you liked it too. Well, I hope that Payens will do the Simlympics proud if it wins the bid...I have several things in mind for some Simlympics updates that haven't been really done before, so we'll see. As always, thanks for stopping by and commenting, I appreciate it!
@Emilin - Glad to hear you rank it among the best, that is a great compliment because I've seen some good ones. There has been alot of work put into this, in terms of modeling and writing details. I've actually been modeling these buildings since last winter ::) Thanks for your vote....we'll see it the Simlympic Committee agrees.
@Thundercrack83 - Hahaha, we'll it isn't as good/detailed as a real city's bid, but I did try to acheive some realism and cover as many bases as I could. I'm glad that you liked the result achieved with this bid. As always, thanks for stopping by, my friend.
@Eddie - Thanks for your vote! I'm glad that you liked my relotting of the Globe Arena. Glad to hear you liked the tennis center....I liked making it, but I really like what is developing with the other tennis center that I'm proposing...not to worry, it will all make its way to LEX at some point. As always, it is nice to read your comments...thanks for stopping by.
@Patfirefghtr - Thanks Pat, I'm glad you like the bid! It was a labor of love, hahaha.....now I just have to wait and see if I win the bid...and then finish the work I proposed &mmm no, no, no worries here, I have most everything done (except the main stadium which I think I can get done in a week or less)....as always thanks for stopping by, Pat!
@Sebes - We'll I didn't make it...I'm just going to finish it. The model...like 97% of it...is Timo's work. I'm just finishing the seating and pathways. I'm think of doing a couple of versions, maybe with the roof open, closed, and with/without the highway underneath...we'll see. Anyways, I'm glad to hear you like the bid. As always, thanks for stopping by, my friend.
@Iamgoingtoeatyou - Crazy?...well maybe :D :D :D I've been planning the bid and creating buildings for the bid since last dec/jan or so. I really started to work feverishly on the buidings about a month in a half or so to get things done. I still have more to go, but I've got most all the buildings done and some lotted. Well, I'm glad you liked the update and hopefully there will be some more simlympic updates should Payens win the bid! Thanks for stopping by and commenting!
@Kimcar - Thanks for the kind words...as I mentioned above, I've been working on some of the buildings since last dec/jan so it didn't all happen overnight. Thanks for commenting on the map...I really like the way the subway map came out and it was fun to make (although it took quite awhile to get it finished). The government is banking its money on the idea that the taxes generated from having the event in Payens will help pay for the costs of hosting the event...a delayed gratification kind of thing :D Anways, thanks for stopping by and commenting on the bid, I'm glad you liked it!
@Oyd - Thanks for your vote! I'm glad you liked the bid ....and the university ;D
@BossOx - Thanks, I'm glad you like everything, 3 times...wow....I had to re-read it several times to catch typos, but I'm sure that I missed some ::) &mmm Anyways, I'm glad you liked it....the sea walls are apart of oppies canal system. You used to be able to find them on STEX...I think there was a link somewhere in this thread about a link to Simphoni or so...look for a post by Badsim. Well...anyways, thanks for all the positive comments, I appreciate it...thanks!
@Shadow Assassin - Thanks, I'm glad you liked the relotting of the Globe...Thanks for your kind comments, I'm glad you liked the bid...I hope I win too! Thanks for stopping by...SA.
@Gaston - Sorry...I have highspeed now, but I used to operate off dial-up, so I can feel your pain ;) ...there were alot of images for this update. I'm pleased that someone looked so critically at the subway map, this was one of my favorites to make. Anways, yes...the Jubillee line and Olympic lines are slightly redundant...that said, when I created the Olympic line I was thinking of trying to connect the park with the university while making some stops in the residential areas south of the government district....the jubilee line is really all you need to connect most of the simlympic venues, so the purpose of the olympic line was to reduce some of the natural load from the jubilee line...I do like your suggestions, connecting to the airport would be a nice touch that I didn't really think of (great catch). Anways, thanks for you comments...I really appreciate it!
@Bat - Thanks Bat! I'm glad you liked the update...thanks for stopping by and commenting as always!
@Slacker - Thanks for the great comments and observations...I've addressed most of you questions and comments at the Simlympic website. If you have any other questions, let me know!
Well that is all for tonight...thanks everyone, I appreciate the response! Cheers...
Wow a wonderful bid to host the Simlympics!!! I wish you all the best with it!! ;)
Yoder said:
Quote@Gaston - Sorry...I have highspeed now, but I used to operate off dial-up, so I can feel your pain ...there were alot of images for this update. I'm pleased that someone looked so critically at the subway map, this was one of my favorites to make. Anways, yes...the Jubillee line and Olympic lines are slightly redundant...that said, when I created the Olympic line I was thinking of trying to connect the park with the university while making some stops in the residential areas south of the government district....the jubilee line is really all you need to connect most of the simlympic venues, so the purpose of the olympic line was to reduce some of the natural load from the jubilee line...I do like your suggestions, connecting to the airport would be a nice touch that I didn't really think of (great catch). Anways, thanks for you comments...I really appreciate it!
Yeah it really bites when someone has a great update and you have to reload again and again because you don't wanna miss anything. This was worth the wait and the trouble. ;D
I can see where it would help with the extra load. Actually a pretty good way to do it. The new line will still be very useful after the event.
I just noticed the difficulty in connections. Passengers leaving the airport would have to transfer very quickly. And that is never fun carrying lots of luggage. ;)
Glad I could make a contibution. Looking forward to more soon.
---Gaston
My, what an impressive bid. A lot of thought has gone into that, and all I can say is that I hope your hard work Payens off for you...! HAHAHA... oh, I am so sorry about that awful joke. But anyway, your city really seems alive, and I am really looking forward to the result of the voting.
Will we be seeing anymore parts of Osturland in the near future?
WOW :o
if your not gonna win...the world is going crazy!!!
there are BAT's upthere that i never seen!! there is some great LOTing and awsome pictures!!
well you got my vote!! :)
i always love to look at Ostureland!! great update...keep them coming! &apls :thumbsup:
Great update.
Looking at the diagram for the Payens Tunnel & Lightrail Network, is lightrail and which parts are underground. Its hard to see of the diagram.
Looking forward to see some overview shots. Not necessarily regional shots, but more shots of the different wards. Hard to get a real feel of the city, just seeing shots of the seperate buildings.
Again...trying to stay on top of my replies..... :-[ ;D
@Pipishere - Thanks, Pip...I'm glad you liked the update and like what Payens brings to the table. It is always nice to hear one of your encouraging comments...so thanks ;D
@Gaston - Thanks for your reply...hopefully there will be more Simlympic stuff to come...if Payens gets the bid then there will be other updates related to the Simlympics (such as construction pics and of course the opening ceremonies). As always, thanks for commenting.
@Muzz - Thanks Muzz, I'm glad you noticed the amount of work I've put into this...hopefully it will Payens off for me (bad joke, indeed $%Grinno$% :D). I too am looking forward to the voting. It should happen on Saturday or so....I am thinking of showing off some of the different Wards of Payens next...we will exhaust Payens before moving on to some of the other cities I've started around Osturland...but I assure you that there are several interesting locations around the island to check out ;) Thanks for commenting!
@Fledder200 - Well I hope I win ;D Thanks for your support, I'm glad you liked the update. As always, thanks for stopping by!
@Vester - Yeah, the map does not make a distinction, between what is lightrail and what is tunnel, but I can tell you that the lightrail lines are the Parliament and Molay lines and everything else is Tunnel. I tried to get the lines drawn on the map as close to the actual lines as possible, but I know that I've missed a few little turns that occur with the lightrail lines. As for overview shots $%#Ninj2 :D well since I created that last map, I decided to create another layer on top of it that shows where the different Wards are located around the city. So depending on how the bid goes, I will probably start to show pictures of each Ward/District at a time. So far I've only shown some random shots from around the Government District and all of the First Ward. I will probably start with those again, since some stuff has changed...and then move on with the rest, but in the meantime we'll see if the bid is successful. If it is, then the next several updates will be related to the Simlympics. I realize I'm kindof bad at presenting the city at limited disclosure...but in time we'll see shots of all of Payens completed ;D and then we'll move on to other cities! As always, thanks for stopping by and commenting, my friend!
Wonderful bid ! you'll win :) The venues you've bated are very nice , the parade ground is wonderful with the color of Osturland,the La Roche Center should have taken lot of times to BAT ! It'smakes you're bid unique ! And the map , the maps are really nice !! Wow , J'adore !!
Congrats and Good Luck! :)
Yoder i want to officially congratulate you on behalf of the ISC for winning the the rights to host the 5th Simlympiad and everyone else if you want to bid to have the chance to host the 6th Simlympiad please check
this out right Here (http://sc4devotion.com/forums/index.php?topic=1435.msg59381#new)
&apls &apls &apls CONGRATULATIONS &apls &apls &apls
Just read the news on SimSports, looking forward to a simply fabulous tournament and congrats again
Congratulations on winning the games, my friend! But with a bid like yours, I don't think your competition had a chance! I'll be looking forward to seeing the celebrations!
Congrats for winning that! &apls
Looking forward to the next update...
Well done! I knew you'd win it!
WOW!!! Thanks everyone for the congratulations and well wishes! The City of Payens is honored to have the opportunity to host the September Simlympics. With the vote of confidence and the green light, preparations are now underway. Today in Perigord Park, federal and local government officials met to toss a shovel full of dirt where the new Simlympic Stadium will be built as well as officially rename the park...Simlympic Park. Across town, action committees are forming to ensure that the planned preperations are fulfilled for the upcoming Simlympics. Below is some video feed taken during the renaming ceremony. The four officials include....Albert Bontrager (Lord Mayor, City of Payens), Bernard W. Riguad (Prime Minister of Osturland), HRH King William Gardannes (Grand Master Templar), and Lady Linda E. McCroskey (Minister of Finance for Osturland).
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Since it is now official, I have to finish getting all the BATs and LOTs ready ::) :D ;D I plan to post a construction update in the coming weeks followed by the Opening Ceremony Update at the beginning of September. I'm fairly certain that Osturland is the first MD at SC4Devotion to host the Simlympics...as such I would like to encourage those here who have MDs to sign up to participate in the upcoming games...the link is here: Simlympic Sign-ups (http://www.hostmybb.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=234&mforum=simlympics) I think you can probably sign up in the coming weeks...but I wouldn't wait too long! ;) Thanks everybody, Cheers!
Wow, words fail me! :o
Oh no wait... %confuso
yep, they´re coming back again :D
I leave on holiday and you come up with the most astonishing update - simlympic bid ever! well good job on you mate! it is truly grand.
and to catch up with the events a little further, congratulations on winning the bid as well ;D
So throw that spade of dirt andstart building already :D
but do take a little brake for strength and you know what first, will ya! ;)
good job my friend,
Strechnitz.
Pffft. As if we expected the outcome to be any different. ::)
This is first time that I am checking out your Mayor's Diary... Fab &apls - and your BATs are of course top notch quality :satisfied:
hugs
Mika
jeeeeej!! Congrats!! &apls
No shock there, but Congratulations!!! &apls :thumbsup:
Yoder i dont know if its just me but all im seeing is the dreaded red x's where you have pic :'(
I do however have a question for you. Would you be intrested in batting something special to
commenerate the first year of the simlympics either a statue or torch...
pics i can see now woohooo
:o :o :o :o OH NO! i hope this isn't what I think it is.....:(:(:(
Edit: Phew! The images are back :thumbsup:
Omg :o It's incredible ... I love
There are enormously buildings which I do not know, Bravo for the diversity &apls
I believed to see buildings in diagonals, I do not know more who it's ()what() ... You test them ?? Lucky $%Grinno$%
Bravo my friend, still one time, it's wonderful &apls &apls
No problem coming back form vacation when I have this kind of updates awaiting me.
The circus update was another one of those fantastic areas that can be found in Payens, the big roundabout and the diagonals look great, again some city planning on a grand scale.
Very glad to finally see some kind of map of the city although it is "only" a transportations map.
Your take on this city is quite unique, the landscape with the rivers and a bay ensures this will be a very recognizable city from above.
Talking about city planning on a grand scale; Your bid for the Simlympics will have quite an impact on the city. Just love what you have been planning for this. There is so much to see it is almost a complete overkill of bats and information, will take some time to digest. All the work that has gone into this is amazing. Everything from the logo to the different stadiums, I love it all, and will surely come back to look more at the details of everything.
Something tells me you're about to update... :D
Congratulations on your successful bid.
Hello All...no simcity update today, sorry :P Lately I've not been hanging around SC4Devotion too much and I thought I'd show everyone why....I have something else of interest to show off...a new creation of my wife and mine.
I'd like to introduce Reid...my firstborn son. He was born on Tuesday at 2:31pm. He is 9 pounds 2.5 ounces and 22 inches long! I've not been getting too much sleep lately, but he has been fun to get to know. We are really excited to finally have him here with us. Anyways, I thought I'd reply to a few comments and show off a few pictures of Reid.
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I will go ahead and fill everyone in on what is happening Osturland-wise...things are progressing nicely on the Simlympics updates...I've almost got the Simlympic Stadium finished. As far as the other structures, there is not too much left to finish except the outdoor swim facility. A construction update will happen next week sometime and then the following week will be the opening ceremony! After the Simlympics I will probably reduce the frequency with which I post new updates...at least for a little while (as I get used to this new fatherhood thing ;D). Well here are some replies!
@Strechnitz - Well I hope you had a good holiday, I trust you did ;) Thanks, I'm glad that Payens won the bid...I had been cooking it up for quite some time. Construction is underway and I'll have an update to prove it next week sometime! As for braking...don't worry, I am. It seems that I'm not getting much sleep at the moment so with my laptop I'm able to tie loose ends on my SC4 projects :D Anyways, I'm glad you've made safe return. Take care.
@Eddie - Well, I was hoping anyway...thanks for your support and faith in the project :thumbsup:
@Mickebear - Well I'm glad you've made it around to checking out Osturland! It is good to hear that you like what I've put together here. Please don't be a stranger Mika...come back and see us anytime ;D
@Fledder200 - Thanks! There is alot of dirt being turned in Payens right now...I hope to update everyone on the prgress in the near future!
@Iamgoingtoeatyou - Well, thanks. I'm glad that you had so much faith in my bid! Hopefully the opening ceremony will not disappoint.
@Patfirefghtr - Good to hear that the pictures are back online. I have all my pictures stored on my University server so sometimes the server goes down (particularly in the summer when the kids are gone). As for batting something special...well I did plan/begin working on a sculpture/fountain centerpeice to the Simlympic Park that I forgot to mention in the bid. It is meant to embody the essence of the Simlympic Games...maybe that will fill the bill? I would describe it but I'll have to leave everyone in some suspense...but it does closely resemble a real-world park centerpeice.
@Iamgoingtoeatyou - Yeah images are here...I've been hosting them myself so that I can ensure that they do not go away permanently.
@Snaper - Glad to hear you like the bid. Yes the diagonals are from Prepo and they have not yet been released to the community. If you ever have any questions about specific buildings that I've used, just ask and I'll see if I can figure out where it came from. However, I have just been trying out the diagonals for fun. Glad to see that you have returned and have some new updates on the horizon for London. Take care and thanks for commenting!
@Kwakelaar - Well I'm glad that Osturland was able to help make coming back from vacation a little easier $%Grinno$% ;D :D I'm glad to give everyone some perspective of Payens with the transportation map...but don't worry the future of updates include disclosing all of Payens, Ward-by-Ward. Detail overkill was what I was going for with the Simlympics bid. I figure that more information is always better than less information. At any rate, it did take awhile to come up with everything so I'm glad that the update has some re-readability. Again, I'm glad you've come back safely from vacation. It is good to have you back around here!
@Shadow Assassin - Ah...well yes there is a small update here, but nothing you were probably expecting! :P :D Thanks, I hope to make the Simlympics Committee proud with what I've come up with!
Well everyone, thanks for indulging me with a small update about a happy event in my non-sc4 life. As I said above, I hope to have something put together later this upcoming week so we'll see what happens! Cheers!
Whoa! That's a big boy! Warmest congratulations! :thumbsup:
Woohoo, Ryan- biggest 'grats to you and Mrs. Yoder. Reid looks like he's got plenty of SC4 skills already (well, napping after a 15 hour session, anyway). My best to your family as you start out on the great adventure that is raising a child!
David
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First off welcome Reid to this wonderful world and a biiiiiiiig congrats to you Ryan and Mrs Yoder!!!!!!
OK Ryan that would be awsome and i will let Slacker know you have a special gift for us... I soo
cant wait to see this underway, im really jazzzed up.... again i cant say it enough congrats on the
firstborn wooohooo - pat
awwww......he is soo cute....many congratulations!! ;)
:) :thumbsup:
Congratulations to you both.
Congrats! :thumbsup:
Congratulations!!!!!! &apls &apls
That is indeed something special! :thumbsup:
he looks so sweet! :) &apls
i think this is the best update ever ;)
congrats &apls &apls &apls!!!
Congratulations to you and your wife, Ryan :-)
Fantastic news!!! Your baby is sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo cute - tried to find a good smiley for the occasion, but there isn't any...
Hugs
Mika
Awesome! Congratulations! &apls :thumbsup:
&apls &apls Congrats to all of you and enjoy those precious moment, because the time run so fast. Lovely boy :thumbsup:
Ryan - I have two things on which to congratulate you since I was last here: 1st - the Olympics. I couldn't think of a more deserving bid; the Bats and lots you created for this are billiant. Well done!
BUT, that doesn't compare with the birth of your Son (I imagine your missus now knows what it's like to join the Olympics too $%Grinno$% )
Congratulations to you and your wife on the birth of baby Reid!
Congratulations on the birth of your son, my friend! I hope everyone is doing well!
Aww, and congratulations. Here's to many happy years for your family!
Beautiful pictures and the biggest, warmest congrats to your new addition to your family. Your life will only get better now.
&apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls
Robin :thumbsup:
Whoah! Congratulations on winning the Simlympics bid!
Oh yeah, and the baby too. :thumbsup: Seriously, congratulations on the newborn. You should show him these two pages of wishes when he grows older. An internet celebrity already (well, sort of). :)
Best wishes, yoder.
congrats on ur simlympic bid and i hope u release those custom content u made for it those were really good! :thumbsup:also congrats on ur lil bundle of joy best of luck!
CONGRATULATIONS FOR YOUR BABY !!!
&apls &apls &apls
He is really handsome !
A sincere BONJOUR From France for Reid :thumbsup:
Yanyan
Awww! Congrats!
Yoder, it is now time to get out of lurker-mode with this great news.
Congratulations with your son Reid!!
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Well this beats everything I wanted to say about the previous 20 pages........
I am a daddy of 3 boys and I know the joy. Enjoy every moment you have with him as they grow so very, very quickly.
Please give my congrats also to Ms. Yoder!
Nik-Nik
Glückwunsch - Congratulations!
congratulations yoder!!! &apls &apls
Hello Ryan , a little more than two weeks now from Reid's birth , how is the family ? (And how are your nights ? ;D )
It's a great sign of consideration and confidence for us that you posted here these intimate pictures ... thank you so much ! (So , you're real ? :D )
Congratulations on winning the Simlympic Bid , of course . ;)
I haven't had enough time to reply to several updates , but I followed closely them . This MD is a jewel filled with your talent as BATer , as LOTer , as City Planner , as MD writer ... what could we not enjoy ?
I love all these new BATs and have to say that La Roche Convention Center is a true Art Deco wonder .... I don't know if you intend to release them all , but I can't wait to get under my hands this one particularly !!! . :P
See you my friend ... and a kiss from France (if I can dare ....) to your adorable wife and son. ()flower()
A bit late perhaps, ( but i didn't know earlier ) I would still like to welcome little Reid into the world. With a artistic and friendly father like Ryan I am sure his prospects of a great life and future are bright.
Congratulations on the baby!
I just finished reading through all of the updates yesterday, and I'd have to say that the Citadel is probably my favorite part--I especially like the walls you made. I'd be very interested in being able to download them. :D
Hello All....I just want to fill everyone in on what is currently happening with the upcoming Simlympics in Payens. I had planned to post an update with construction photos as well as the update with opening ceremony monday and yesterday, respectively. However, I ran into problems rendering the main Simlympic Stadium and I'm afraid it has taken up all of my time (it takes 24 hours to render the monster). Anyways, the construction update will not happen and the opening ceremony update obviously didn't get posted yesterday. So...here is the deal, I'm away on holiday this weekend (Labor day in America and I'm 6 hours away from my computer showing my new son off to family and friends at my parents home). I will get back late monday and I will post the opening ceremony update for the Simlympics on Wednesday next week. Sorry that the update is not coming on the 1st (the official open of the Simlympics), but the render problems mixed with the holiday have thrown me off. Luckily, everything is now rendered and almost lotted. I hope to get all of it in Payens on Tuesday and wow everyone with the magic of the Simlympics :D ;D on Wednesday so stay tuned.....There will also be regular updates by me about the progress of events at the Simlympics once I've posted the opening ceremony.
I'll also reply to everyone's comments when I get home from the long weekend :satisfied:
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I'll also reply to everyone's comments when I get home from the long weekend satisfied
Take your time, my friend! We'll be waiting patiently!
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Welcome everyone to Opening Ceremony Update for the September 2007 Simlympic Games held in Payens Osturland. This is a very special update that comes in two parts. First, I begin with the recent construction of the Simlympic Park (formerly Perigord Park). Since winning the September Simlympic Bid, the city of Payens has been working at a feverish pace to ensure that all the promised facilities were constructed in time for the games. Below is a map of the new park followed by close-up shots from all over the new Simlympic Park. In addition to the new facilities, two new monuments were erected, the Simlympic Cauldron and the Unity Through Athleticism fountain. The second part of this update is the Osturland Broadcasting Network's coverage of the opening ceremony for the September games. Catie Kouric and the crew at OBN will provide some commentary and images of the exciting event. I hope you enjoy the games!
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The recently constructed Simlympic Park is located on the east side of Payens, Osturland. The park consists of five venues, four of which were created specifically for the games. It was imperative to the city to maintain as much green space as possible when constructing the new venues. As such, park designers built the venues around the sides of the existing Perigord Park in order to maximize the amount of existing lawn and trees in the center of the park. Residents and city officials agree that the constructed design emphasizes the natural beauty of the original park while brining functionality to the space.
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We begin our tour with the La Roche Convention Center. The convention center is the only existing venue currently in the park. It successfully connects the northern and southern most parts of the Simlympic Park by anchoring the western most edge of the park. It also physically connects the park with the government and commercial sectors of Payens 7th Ward. The North Hall of the convention center is also home to the main branch of guest services for the games at the park.
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Our next stop is the newly constructed Simlympic Velodrome. This facility is located in the southwest corner of the park. During the games the facility will be used for various cycling events. However, after the conclusion of the games the velodrome will be remodeled to be added as a new exhibition wing for the La Roche Convention Center. Outside the Simlympic Velodrome is seating with tables and food vendors to accommodate guests.
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On the southern side of the park is the new Simlympic Village. The village offers housing for the many athletes competing in the Payens games and also offers some accommodations to non-athletes. In addition to the residential facilities in the park, a news building has been erected that provides foreign television broadcasters a base of operation to cover the September games. There is also a myriad of restaurants, stores, and entertainment activities for guests and athletes at the village.
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On the southeast corner of the park is the newly constructed Simlympic Tennis Center. The tennis center offers both indoor and outdoor tennis courts for both play and practice. Additionally, a spacious Center Court and Court 1 have been constructed for higher profile matches. The state-of-the art facility is sure to be a crowd pleaser.
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Next, we come to the new Simlympic Swim Center. Again, the center offers some fast dining options for guests as they try to beat the heat in this outdoor facility. Spectators have excellent views of both diving and swimming events from the cushioned chairs on either side of the pool. The beauty of the facility is only enhanced by the exposed tree lines on the eastern and western sides of the facility.
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The final new venue constructed for the games is the Simlympic Stadium. The stadium will hold the opening ceremony and also is home to the athletic and football competitions during the games. The newly constructed facility offers spectators unobstructed views of the action as well as jumbotrons on either end of the stadium in case the spectators miss the action on the field. Bordering the stadium is the new Simlympic Cauldron. The Cauldron is made of steel and is visible from inside the stadium as well as around the 7th Ward of Payens and the rest of the park.
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A central structure has also been constructed in the middle of the new Simlympic Park. The fountain entitled Unity Through Athleticism, was built to commemorate the anniversary of the Simlympics. Showcased in the fountain is the globe of our planet. Then surrounding the fountain and globe is the flags of the competing nations in this year's Simlympics. The structure is tall enough to be seen from anywhere around Simlympic Park. Following the pictures of the fountain are just a few random pictures of the park.
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Welcome to this special edition of the Osturland Broadcasting Network's Evening News. I'm your host Catie Kouric and we have a special feature to bring you tonight. Here in our very own city is the beginning of the September Simlympics. As many of our residents undoubtedly know, the city of Payens has been planning and preparing for this very day for quite some time. I know that many of us are glad that the day is finally here! In addition to seeing what hopes to be a spectacular opening ceremony and fireworks display, we will all be able to experience our city without the immense construction constantly taking place. At any rate, I am just receiving word that the ceremony is about to start. However, before we cut directly to the Simlympic Stadium, we want to check in with Veridith and the torch as it makes its way across Payens on the way to the stadium to ignite the Simlympic Cauldron....Veridith are you there?
Veridith: Yes Catie, I'm here and the torch is now making its way through the museum district onto Baudinard Circus. The current runner is a high school girl who last month saved a pig from a water well and was given the honor of carrying the torch because of her bravery.
Catie: Well that is just smashing, what else do you see at that location Veridith?
Veridith: There are just scores of people lining the streets, cheering and clapping for our young runner.
Catie: Veridith, have you heard any rumors as to who will be running the last leg of the torch's journey to the Simlympic Cauldron?
Veridith: No Catie, the organizers of the Simlympics have been very tight lipped about the torch relay and will not reveal the last runner. Rumors about the identity of the runner abound. I've heard everything from the Pope, to Santa Claus, to Elvis....
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Catie: I'm getting word that the ceremony has just started and that the athletes are now beginning to enter the stadium for the parade of athletes. We are now going to leave our conversation with Veridith and go to another reporter on location, this time inside the Simlympic Stadium. Lets go now to Sillard Wott and here about the athletes. Sillard....
Sillard: Well Catie, the athletes are now making there way into the stadium. We can see that the Brazilian delegation in their green jumpsuits are right ahead of our own Osturland delegation in the reddish orange uniform.
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Catie: Sillard, I always thought that the nations came into the stadium in alphabetical order, but Osturland doesn't follow directly after Brazil?
Sillard: Historically you are right Catie, but this year's organizers have broke tradition and decided to randomly draw names from a hat to determine the order. The thinking was that by following the strict nature of the alphabetic entrance, many countries were being disadvantaged when it comes to applause. They believed that the best applause occurs at the beginning of the parade and that by the end, most spectators are too tired to applaud. By entering randomly, everyone had the same opportunity for applause and thus their morale and athletic performance can be enhanced.
Catie: This all makes alot of sense Sillard, I'm glad to hear the organizers were not alphabetists like usual and have decided to break tradition in order to equalize the playing field.
Sillard: Catie, did you just make up that alphabetists word?
Catie: Moving right along, do you see the last runner brining in the torch to light the cauldron?
Sillard: Well, no not just...wait a minute, yes I can see the last runner. It appears to be our very own HRH King William Gardannes! King Gardannes was most influential in getting the games to Payens. I know that many of our people are quite pleased to see King Gardannes running with this torch and lighting the cauldron.
Catie: Now as soon as the cauldron is lit, there will be a fireworks demonstration across the whole city, right Sillard?
Sillard: That is correct Catie. As soon as HRH lights the cauldron there will be fireworks ignited across the city, it should be quite a spectacle. Wait...here he goes, the King is lighting the cauldron....
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Catie: Well that was something else. I hope that you all have enjoyed this special presentation of the September Simlympics. Be sure to continue to follow the games as they progress over the course of the next couple of weeks. This has been a special presentation of the OBN News Hour and I am your host Catie Kouric. Till next time...goodbye everyone!
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This concludes the opening ceremony coverage. I hope that you have enjoyed it! I'll be regularly posting the results of the events from the simlympics here in the Osturland thread until the end of the games. I still haven't gotten to comments, but I'll get to them I promise! Cheers :satisfied:
i am at a loss of words at this breathtaking update awesome work yoder! i cant wait til u release these spectacular BATs &apls &apls :thumbsup:
WOW omg this is sooooooooooo stunning Yoder you are truely well desevered of the honor :thumbsup: :thumbsup: cant wait to see follow ups - pat
Man, Man - Man, I cant wait to get my hands on those bats!!! ;D
Absolutely amazing! :o
&apls &apls &apls &apls &apls
What an opening ceremony! Way to open it with a bang! ;D
:thumbsup:
That is stunning! &apls &apls &apls
I don't even know where to begin... but I think the tenniscourts where what first made me drop my jaw. The look... WOW! And the swim arena, just beautiful. Well, everything is pretty much as close to perfect as it can get. :thumbsup:
WOW....... :o .............i loved the .....and .....oh...and that was......and...and...tennis courts........stadium...and the.....oh and the swim pool wih diving board........and the .....and.... the torch tower.
The whole update was absolutley incredible, great work!!!
&apls
Robin :thumbsup:
Awesome first part of this, Yoder! Excellent pictures of that very great looking area! :thumbsup:
amazing work....simply amazing...... :shocked2:
I'm at a loss for words. Breathtaking! Incredible! Amazing! I...I'm speechless.
:o :o :o :o etc.
:blahblah: Osturland has knocked all other Simlympics out. There is only one mistake, and it is commerical advertisments on stadium. They aren't allowed during Olympics, but maybe Sim's have their own rules :blahblah:
&apls &apls &apls
It is the first time I see someone hosting the Simlympics, and you have done a terrific job of it. So many things have been taken care of I can't think anything else than that the Simlympics comitee should be very pleased with their choice of nation to host the games.
The park with the fountain in the middle will be a great remembrance spot for these games, and I really like the design that you have made for it.
And as so many have already said the bats are amazing &apls
Well...how about some replies since I'm so far behind on them &mmm &ops :D
Replies from Reid's debut...
@Snorrelli, Pipishere, Bengt, Vester, Bat, M4346, Schulmanator, Thundercrack83, Shadow Assassin, Toxicpiano, N1_2888, Iamgoingtoeatyou, - Thanks so much for the warming congratulations and well wishes, it is much appreciated!
@Dedgren - Reid will be a great SC4 player I'm sure of it. I've already started the indoctrination process >:D Thanks for your comments it truely is an adventure...hopefully we'll survive :-[ ;D
@Patfirefghtr - Thanks Pat...your photoshop of the pic was great! Thanks for the congrats!
@Fledder200 - Yeah he is sweet...well except at 3:00am in the morning :D then I have to keep telling myself, this too shall pass :D ;D It has been great so far! Thanks for you comment.
@Mickebear - Thanks Mika, there are never enough good smilies around when you need them. Thanks for stopping by and commenting on the new bundle of joy!
@Kimcar - Thanks, I'll try to savor each moment...even the unsavory ones :D ;D Time is running fast, he is already more than 3 weeks old! It is unbelievable. Thanks for stopping by!
@Mattb325 - Thanks for the congrats on the Simlympics...hopefully you like the opening ceremony. My wife didn't mind labor after the epideral.... :D she was feeling really good with the pain medication she was on...however, before the epideral she was cursing me :D ;D Thanks for your congrats and for stopping by!
@Rooker1 - Thanks, I'm glad you liked the pictures. I think your right about life only getting better...even though it has been stressful it has really been alot of fun and satisfying.
@Eddie - Thanks both for the congrats on the Simlympics bid ( I hope you enjoy the opening ceremony) and on the newborn. That is an interesting idea...I'll have to remember to show him my Osturland thread with the well wishes when he gets older....assuming Jeronij keeps it all running that long! Thanks for you comment and for stopping by.
@Filasimo - Thanks! I'm glad you like the custom content for the bid. I apperciate your kind words on the birth of my son! Thanks for stopping by.
@Yanyan - I'll be sure to tell him bonjour! He has had many international greetings and gifts from our friends in Kenya, England, and France. When he grows up he is going to want to do a lot of traveling if his mother has anything to say about it. Thanks for commenting, I appreciate it.
@NikNik - I am glad you got out of lurker mode ;D I recall seeing pictures of you sons somewhere around here. I intend to enjoy as much of it as possible. It seems he is growing alot already and he is not that old! I can easily see getting out of bed someday and he will be a grown man...time does fly. Anyways, I'll extend you congrats to my wife...thanks for stopping by as always!
@Badsim - Hello my friend...our nights are short :D ;D and often interrupted! Everything is going well here...I actually submitted these pictures on this site before I sent them to some of my family &ops :D...but as you know, I love this community! Thanks for your kind words about my bats, lots, etc. I am sure that you are ready to get ahold of some of these...I plan to investigate at the BSC soon to see if any modders are available to get these together for release...so hopefully it won't take too long. I do intend to release about everything for everyone who wants them to enjoy. I hope to see some of them grace future Simlympic bids from other members in this community, but we'll see. I passed your kiss on to my wife and son ;D
@Serkanner - Thanks for stopping by....I hope his prospects are bright and that he is healthy and happy, I know I'll do whatever I can to see to it. Thanks again for your kind words.
@Jonnie - I'm glad that you have read Osturland and posted your first post here at SC4D in my thread. Welcome to the site! Well the Citadel was fun to make and the walls were a particular frustration for me...they are subpar (actually just the diagonals are) for my standards so they are not likely to get released...but I may see that the straight sections make it onto LEX...we'll see. Thanks again for stopping by.
@Thundercrack83 - Thanks for your patience! ;D
Replies from Simlympic Opening Ceremony...
@Filasimo - Thanks, I hope to release them in the future...not sure how long it'll take for them to get ready, but rest assurred that they are on their way! Thanks for your comments!
@Patfirefghtr - Thanks Pat, I'm glad you liked the update. I hope to have an update ready for around the last day of the games that again will showcase some pictures taken around the venues during the games. Thanks for your comments!
@Fantnet - Well your going to have to wait :D :D :D ;D Seriously, I hope to get everything released in the future so don't worry! Thanks for stopping by and commenting.
@M4346 - Thanks M, I'm glad you liked the opening ceremony....a bang was what I was going for, so I'm glad you thought that was what it was! ;D
@Emilin - Thanks, I'm glad you liked it...the Tennis Center is my baby...I had the most fun putting this lot together and making these buildings. I guess it was because tennis courts are sorely lacking in the game. Anyways, I'm glad you liked the update, thanks for commenting!
@Rooker1 - Thanks Robin, I'm glad you liked how it all came together. It took quite awhile to get together, but it was fun to do it. Thanks for you comments, I always appreciate them.
@Bat - Thanks Bat, I'm glad you liked the kickoff to the Simlympics!
@Oyd - Glad you like my work...thanks for stopping by and commenting!
@Thundercrack83 - Well I hope you get your words back! Glad to hear you liked the update, it was alot of work, but I truely enjoyed putting it together!
@Bengt - Ahhh yes, you caught a snafu that I forgot about...the advertisements! I did intend to leave them out, but ultimately forgot and the stadium took about 24 hours for me to render so I decided to leave them :P Anyways, I'm glad you liked the update!
@Kwakelaar - Well this is actually the 5th Simlympics in the organizations history, however it is the first one here at SC4D. The others can all be found at ST...I've tried to be detailed with the bid and ceremony so I'm glad that you've found it thorough. I hope that the committee likeds what Payens has accomplished with its bid and implementation of the bid. Like I said earlier, there will be one more update for the end of the games showcasing some random pictures of the venues during the games. I will also post all the results of the events here in this thread. I'm glad you liked the fountain...that is actually a model that came from Ripptide. It is the globe from his Atlas statue found on the board, I've just made it much larger and put a fountain underneath it. I thought it would be nice way to mark the 1 year anniversary of the Simlympics. Thanks for stopping by and commenting!
OMG How simply fabulous, I died when I saw the Simlympic park with the earth model, truly fabulous indeed Ryan.
This was certainly worth the wait and the effort you put it has also paid off, everything looks stunning, many congratulations. &apls &apls &apls &apls &apls
Ok...I want to update everyone on the games....
Today was the first day of the games and we now have results for the 800 meter Middle Distance race and Polo competitions.
First for the Middle Distance race...the winner of the Gold was Eureka, the winner of the Silver was Trent, and the winner of the Bronze was Linden!
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Second for Polo...the winner of the Gold was DeKalb, the winner of the Silver was New London, and the winner of the Bronze was Avery!
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Congratulations to all of today's winners &apls
Brilliant update. The opening ceremony was amazing. I really love that swirly paver you are using on many of your lots - very eye-catching!
Very nice work!
The stadium during the opening ceremony seems to be a wee bit empty... :P
Well Yoder words almost fail me. your opening ceremony update is truly stunning!
Spectacular fireworks my dear friend. I do hope that Osturland has the honor of winning a lot of gold medals! :thumbsup:
Last but certainly not least, how is the little one doing? already sleeping through the night lika a little angel or is he still testing your ability to wake up in th middle of the night? ;)
take care.
Strechnitz.
very nice that Olympic update. great buildings and I just love that Unity through Athletics monument. Great work. Nice also to see that the texture (as matt325 also stated) of all buildings is the same, it makes the whole area much more unified.
Congratulations with the winners of 800 m midle distance race and the Polocompetitions.
One tip if you allow me what I seem to miss in some of the Olympic towns I have seen over the past years at ST and here at SC4D is the area for the rowing regatta (I believe I have seen it once) and the sailing competition (never seen before). Did I miss it in Osturland too?
Take care and give a big kiss to the little one (you will become more and more behind in the replies I swear ;) ).
Nik-Nik
Hi Ryan ,
Of course , of course , all is brilliant considering the time that you allow youself on LOTting .... so many things to do , so little time .
I think I would have suggest you the use the excellent olympic props ( a banner and a fountain ) coming the Olympic Tennis Stadium by jtportland ....
I guess that's too late . &mmm
I remember that FOX ( which I consider as a master ) have created a wonderfull avenue design with them ... ::)
Can't wait to see what's next my friend ...
... and take care of your little Leo ...( I'm fom the 13 of August ;D)
Cedric.
Update time....
Today was the second day of the games and we now have results for the Shot Put and Judo competitions.
First for the Shot Put...the winner of the Gold was Lloyd, the winner of the Silver was the United Nations of Movia, and the winner of the Bronze was Eureka!
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Second for Judo...the winner of the Gold was Avery, the winner of the Silver was Casanares, and the winner of the Bronze was Sutherway!
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Congratulations to all of today's winners!
Geez What an openning . Super work and pics you show us. First time that i love Olympic games ;D
Looks like the games are going well! Congrats again on hosting them, my friend!
Update time....
Today was the third day of the games and we now have results for the Pole Vault and Tug-of-War competitions.
First for the Pole Vault...the winner of the Gold was Aosta, the winner of the Silver was Osturland, and the winner of the Bronze was Domeston!
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Second for Tug-of-War...the winner of the Gold was DeKalb, the winner of the Silver was Nova Vesfalo, and the winner of the Bronze was New Rhodesia!
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Congratulations to all of today's winners (especially Osturland ;D )!
Wow Ryan - am soo glad that you decided to bat Reid... and having "only" 3 days = 3 pages updates on Osturland during my 3 week vacation. At least I got a chance to read them all now. Imagine I had to go throught 21 pages of these quality updates &Thk/(
Anyhow:
1st: congratulations with your great son!
2nd: congratulations with winning the Simlympic Bids
3rd: those tennis courts are freaking me out... absolute top
4th: good choice on the recurring black-white texture in the Simlympic Area
5th: that Swim Center is just unbelieveable :o
6th: fabulous opening ceremony - the King running with the tourch - :thumbsup:
7th: and hittting the 400th posts - you deserve a medal yourself now! :thumbsup:
Congratulations on 400 comments, my friend! Here's to 400 more!
In all my years reading CJ's, I've never seen an update on an epic scale quite like that. :thumbsup:
The tennis courts are *jaw drops* $%Grinno$%
What can I say? I'll just be echoing everything else everyone has said before! ;D Just think of me while you're replying to all the comments--that's what I would've said! :P
Update time....
Today was the fourth day of the games and we now have results for the Discus Throw and Volleyball.
First for the Discus Throw...the winner of the Gold was Atlantis, the winner of the Silver was Manchester, and the winner of the Bronze was Sutherway!
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Second for Volleyball...the winner of the Gold was Casanares, the winner of the Silver was Trimbelina, and the winner of the Bronze was Toright!
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Congratulations to all of today's winners!
Double Post...I know Bengt, but I have a few spare minutes for replies :P
@Belfastuniguy - Thanks, I'm glad you like the fountain and park. As I mentioned somewhere else, the globe for the fountain came from Riptide so I can't take any credit for that. I'm glad to see you liked the work I put into the opening ceremony...I'm currently cooking up a little something for the end of the Simlympics so stay tuned.
@Mattb325 - Thanks Matt, I'm glad you liked the ceremony and the unifying texture for the games. I tried alot of different textures, but really liked the curvy look of that one. I got it from a fountain posted at simtropolis, can't remember the creator at the moment....Anywho, thanks for stopping by!
@Shadow Assassin - ahhh you're not looking close enough! Every seat in the place is filled with your standard stadium sim (see pic below :P ). This was really the only solution since actually putting a modeled person in each seat would have been poly-prohibative. Anyways, I was hoping the fake person would be somewhat of a sell...guess I couldn't get it past you &mmm :D ;D Anyways thanks for stopping by and commenting.
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@Strechnitz - Thanks Strech! I'm glad you liked the opening ceremony...the fireworks were a first for me, but I found several of custom brushes for photoshop that create fireworks effects so I used them and I like the result (they came from deviantart.com). I hope Osturland wins alot of medals too, but it is day 4 and only one silver, so I don't know....I guess there are many events left over the 16 day event so we'll have to wait and see. The little one is doing fine...keeping us up at night mostly :D I can't wait till that stage passes :D Thanks for stopping by and commenting my friend.
@NikNik - I'm glad you liked the fountain. As mentioned the texture comes from a batter at Simtropolis, but I'm not sure who at the moment. I liked the effect the texture achieved. Ahh yes, I do not have pictures for all of the facilities for the Simlympics, just most of them. Sadly, this is a venue that I was not able to create something custom for...and there are too few good venues around so I just left it up to the imagination of our viewers. I hope in the future to create something that can be used in future simlympics, but we'll have to wait and see....Replies are not the only things I'm getting farther and farther behind on. Thanks for stopping by and take care!
@Badsim - Thanks for stopping by Cedric. Yes, lotting was definately the thing that I devoted the least amount of time to on this project...but that is the result of being on a tight schedule. I thought about using those props, but I didn't have them installed on my machine at the time (I did the lotting while away on holiday) so I didn't get around to putting them on any of the lots. However, I am currently re-visiting all of the lots and doing some re-lotting for the last day recap (I plan to post pics of all of the venues some of them in action while events are taking place), so you'll have to tell me if you think the new lots are an improvement or not. I am trying to keep them somewhat simple (just to a few prop packs) since I do plan to later release the buildings. Anyways, I looked for your Fox reference, but the picture must have been lost on his posting service as many of his photos are broken links... I actually hadn't realized that Reid's sign was Leo, you were the first to point that out! ;D At any rate, I'm glad that you took the time to stop by and comment...take care my friend.
@Kimcar - Glad you liked the opening ceremony...I'm cooking something up for the last day so stay tuned to further developments. Thanks for stopping by as always.
@Thundercrack83 - Thanks. As I've mentioned other places in the replies...I hope to have another update at the close of the games showcasing what has been going on during the games, so stay tuned for more....Thanks for the notice on the 400th comment, too!
@Sebes - Yes, much has happend recently.....Thanks for your great comments, I'm glad you like all that has been happening with the Simlympics and the pics of my new son. I had alot of fun putting the simlympics stuff together and have one more hurrah to go with the update for the last day. I hope everyone will like what I'm (still) putting together for the close of the games....Thanks for stopping by and commenting as always, my friend.
@Eddie - Thanks...I'm glad you like the tennis center, I was pleased with the way it turned out given the hurry I was in. I still have some more to do to get ready for the final Simlympic update, so stay tuned....thanks for stoppying by and commenting as always, Eddie.
Well All....I will still be updating the daily results of the Simlympics so hopefully we'll have some more winners of MDs that are represented here at SC4D! Till then.....
Congrats on more than 400 replies and Congrats to the winners! ;)
Update time....
Today was the fifth day of the games and we now have results for the Triple Jump, Golf, and Shooting.
First for the Triple Jump...the winner of the Gold was Royal Cytheria, the winner of the Silver was New Burgundy, and the winner of the Bronze was Khantayka!
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Second for Golf...the winner of the Gold was Dunstonville, the winner of the Silver was Arbor Lake, and the winner of the Bronze was Newport!
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Third for Shooting...the winner of the Gold was Georgiapolis, the winner of the Silver was Solomon, and the winner of the Bronze was Atlantis!
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Congratulations to all of today's winners!
OMG YAY I got GOLD for the 1st time ever............ &hlp
and a bronze, how simply fabuous.
I can't tell you how pleased I am these games are going so well and without problems, I must congratulate you Ryan, you have done a wonderful job. &apls
Congrats to the new winners and
great work! :thumbsup:
Now that I'm back from my weekend away, I can comment in full detail on your amazing update:D
The first thing that strikes me is that the Simlympic park is incredibly realistic, everything is nicely spaced out and it has an ideal amount of stadia as well as having really nice parks. La Roche convention centre looks great too, how did you make the bridge over the avenue? Is it just overhanging from both halves of the centre? The Veledrome is really cool, you have the honour of being the first person ever to BAT a Velodrome :D. The base texture is pretty funky too :).The Simlympic village is, again, the perfect size. Nice to see the athletes have places to eat there too :P.
I love the tennis centre, possibly my favourite venue. Another fine example of Payens' incredible realism. The main courts look very much like "Court Two" at Wimbledon, was that a source of inspiration for the BAT, or is it just coincidence? Swim Centre is awesome, another first BAT I believe. I look forward to using this in my cities, like I do all of your stadium BATs to be honest :P.
You've done a brilliant job finishing off the main stadium, looks fantastic, I really like the seat colours inside. The cauldron is also fantastic, I love the Simlympic logo on the side! Finally, the Unity Through Athleticism monument is really cool, t'is a perfect centrepiece for the park - it looks lovely at night too.
Haha! I love the torch dialogue "I've heard everything from the Pope, to Santa Claus, to Elvis.... " - brilliant! Wow, his royal highness lighting the torch, the ISC is honoured :). The fireworks display was gorgeous, a fitting way to end such an incredible beginning!
A truly breath-taking opening ceremony Ryan, easily the best ever and I'd even go so far as to say the best update I've ever seen. A wonderful job. On behalf of the ISC, I'd like to thank you for putting on such a brilliant show and I look forward to the rest of what I'm sure will be a fantastic Simlympics!
&apls &apls &apls
It's unbelievable to see how you make custom content blend in SC4!!
Great use of BATing and LE, this is one of the "Special" MD &apls
nice nice NICE
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I say, the games seem a successstory my friend.
They do keep you busy as well :)
I hope Osturland wins a couple of more medals.
preferably gold of course. ;)
Good work my friend.
Strechnitz.
Update time....
Ok so I'm running a little behind....YESTERDAY was the sixth day of the games (I'll post today's results later today) and we now have results for the High Jump, Handball, and Weightlifting.
First for the High Jump...the winner of the Gold was Coral Bay, the winner of the Silver was Hong Tain, and the winner of the Bronze was Aosta!
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Second for Handball...the winner of the Gold was Dunstonville, the winner of the Silver was Lloyd, and the winner of the Bronze was Chesterfield!
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Third for Weightlifting...the winner of the Gold was West Pasco, the winner of the Silver was Lloyd, and the winner of the Bronze was Lower Columbia!
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Congratulations to all of today's winners!
Update time....
Today was the seventh day of the games and we now have results for the Hammer Throw, Kickboxing, and Syncronised Swimming.
First for the Hammer Throw...the winner of the Gold was Osturland, the winner of the Silver was Manchester, and the winner of the Bronze was Greater Finchaven!
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Second for Kickboxing...the winner of the Gold was Chesterfield, the winner of the Silver was DeKalb, and the winner of the Bronze was Domeston!
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Third for Syncronised Swimming...the winner of the Gold was Arbor Lake, the winner of the Silver was Avery, and the winner of the Bronze was Atlantis!
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Congratulations to all of today's winners!
Again a "Congrats" to all new winners! ;)
wow plenty of developments in your competitions.
OMG...i was away for 3 weeks and i missed the opening ceremony!!!
well as every Good Liaaner does, we come in late and last! LOL
i didn't know where to sign up Liaane for the simlympics ( oke oke i did know where to sign up....but i saw a Chanel store on your main street and it was so tempting!!)
BUT.....are we on time to see the closing ceremony??
or maybe Liaane can win gold for cleaning the stadiums?
;)
ps:
ahhh yes...the sound of a screaming kid at 3:00......sound....lovely :)
OK...so I'm getting behind on the updates as I've been preparing for the last Simlympic update...at any rate I have several days worth of results to present, so hang on!
For the eighth day of the games we had Cricket, Karate, Gymnastics, and Badminton
First for Cricket...the winner of the Gold was United Nations of Movia, the winner of the Silver was Avery, and the winner of the Bronze was Chesterfield!
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Second for Karate...the winner of the Gold was Rorysville, the winner of the Silver was Lower Columbia, and the winner of the Bronze was Linden!
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Third for Gymnastics...the winner of the Gold was Avery, the winner of the Silver was Heil, and the winner of the Bronze was Osturland!
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Fourth for Badminton...the winner of the Gold was West Pasco, the winner of the Silver was Hiraka, and the winner of the Bronze was Casanares!
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Congratulations to all of today's winners!
For the nineth day of the games we had the Marathon, Rugby, the Modern Pentathlon, and Wrestling
First for the Marathon...the winner of the Gold was San Marino, the winner of the Silver was Angiers, and the winner of the Bronze was Lloyd!
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Second for Rugby...the winner of the Gold was Aosta, the winner of the Silver was Heil, and the winner of the Bronze was Linden!
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Third for the Modern Pentathlon...the winner of the Gold was Aosta, the winner of the Silver was New London, and the winner of the Bronze was Vista County!
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Fourth for Wrestling...the winner of the Gold was Newport, the winner of the Silver was New Haven, and the winner of the Bronze was Olympus City!
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Congratulations to all of today's winners!
For the tenth day of the games we had the Javelin, Hockey, Mountain Biking, and Sailing.
First for the Javelin...the winner of the Gold was Domeston, the winner of the Silver was Eureka, and the winner of the Bronze was Arbor Lake!
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Second for Hockey...the winner of the Gold was Angiers, the winner of the Silver was United Nations of Movia, and the winner of the Bronze was Republic of Nivramel!
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Third for Mountain Biking...the winner of the Gold was New London, the winner of the Silver was Barbary Coast, and the winner of the Bronze was Tient!
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Barbary Coast
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Fourth for Sailing...the winner of the Gold was Atlantis, the winner of the Silver was San Marino, and the winner of the Bronze was Dunstonville!
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Congratulations to all of today's winners!
For the eleventh day of the games we had the Long Distance, Table Tennis, Diving, Lacrosse, and Archery.
First for the Long Distance...the winner of the Gold was the Republic of Nivramel, the winner of the Silver was Sutherway, and the winner of the Bronze was Tenshi!
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Second for Table Tennis...the winner of the Gold was Lower Columbia, the winner of the Silver was Newport, and the winner of the Bronze was Republic of Nivramel!
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Third for Diving...the winner of the Gold was Telscoenke, the winner of the Silver was Toright, and the winner of the Bronze was Silesia!
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Fourth for Lacrosse...the winner of the Gold was the United Nations of Movia, the winner of the Silver was Aosta, and the winner of the Bronze was Barbary Coast!
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Barbary Coast
Fifth for Archery...the winner of the Gold was the Casanares, the winner of the Silver was Rorysville, and the winner of the Bronze was Trimbelina!
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Congratulations to all of today's winners!
As the games progress the winners keep pouring in. :)
My congratulations again to all the participating countries who have won bronze, silver, or gold medals these last few days! &apls
And espesially the bronze medal in gymnastics, won by Osturland, the host that made these games possible. :thumbsup:
Strechnitz
Congrats to all new winners! &apls
Congratulations to all the nations palming in the medals! A special congratulations to Casanares, United Nations of Movia and Osturland. :thumbsup:
To all Medal winners: Congratulations.
Is Lacrosse indeed an Olympic game?
LOL.
Nik-Nik
and now a few replies from the creator.... :D
@Bat - Thanks, I can't believe I've passed 400 replies, time flies when your having fun...huh!
@Belfastuniguy - Well I believe that Atlantis is performing very well in the games. According to the medal table, you are 7th overall with 2 gold and 2 bronze...congrats! It has been fun hosting the games and if the Simlympic Committee decides to ever have a winter Simlympics then I might have to bid for that too...although it'll have to be awhile since I'll be recovering from this bid for a little bit :D
@Bat 2nd - Indeed, Congrats! Thanks Bat!
@Slacker - Thanks for your comments! I've tried to make it realistic as possible by looking at real-life Olympic parks like Barcelona, Sydney, and Athens...It seems to me that many individuals usually put way too many venues in one location (mainly the Simlympic Park), but in real life they are always spread all over the city and often in surrounding cities. I tried to include the venues that are most often in an Olympic Park. Also, I tried to create something that I would be proud to have stand in my city long after the Simlympics is over. Luckily, the facilities will still get used due to events such as the annual Osturland Games and the Osturland Tennis Open. Yes, the bridge from La Roche is the connection of two bats, but the avenue is lotted so they are not overhanging props...at any rate I'm glad you liked the convention center. Actually the Velodrome was made by someone in Blam (can't remember who at the moment) but the velodrome is one of only a couple of buildings that I did not BAT. You can find it on STEX. The base texture is also from a creation at STEX. I believe it came from a monument that someone over there created...I liked it because it was different than what you normaly see but not overbearing since the colors are fairly subdue. The village is a creation by Jsteed (I think) and I really didn't do much to it other than change the base texture because I think the lotting was already nicely done. The Tennis Courts is probably my favorite (or maybe second favorite after the main stadium) too. It is modeled after the courts from the recent Athens Olympics, but Lee pointed out on the BSC board that he thinks that their design was based on court 2 at Wimbledon, so in a round about way it was the inspiration :P I think you are right about the batting of the swim center...actually I batted 2 swim centers since there is an indoor one (NSC Natatorium) as well at the existing site of the National Sports Complex (zone 2). Well I hope to get all of these creations on LEX in the coming months...I will have a bit of re-lotting to do and they will all need to be modded before they are ready so everyone will have to be patient in the mean-time. The main stadium is a favorite for me and while Timo did like 90% of the work I do have a significant amount of time invested in it, finishing the seats (what a tedious process). I also liked the way the cauldron came out, it is based on the one from the Atlanta games back in 1996 (?) I believe. Glad you liked the monument...I was pleased with how it turned out.
Glad to hear you liked the tv broadcast! Yes, HRH is definately a superstar in Osturland so it was only fitting that he run the last leg...although it was a short leg since he is so not as young as he used to be (he will soon be turning 80).
Thanks for the compliment on being the best you've seen so far. I truely appreciate it. Hopefully the closing ceremony and highlights will not disappoint. It was a pleasure to finally get to host the games!
@EJC - Thanks, I'm glad you like my work....As for a special MD...I'm honored!
@Strechnitz - Yes, the games have been keeping me busy! I'm hoping that Osturland wins some more medals (only 3 to date..gold,silver,& bronze). I've noticed that Stropon's name is not among those nations currently competing in the Simlympics...that will have to be changed for future games! :D ;D such an impressive nation should have a seat at the winners table in the games ;)
@Bat 3rd - Thanks for providing the winners of their deserving congratulations!
@Madeira - Indeed, much has been happening with the Simlympics...lots of events and new winners daily (even if I don't get them posted daily) :D ;D Thanks for stopping by and commenting.
@Fledder200 - Well I was wondering where you were :D ;D Well like Strechnitz with Stropon, Liaane should definately be represented in the next Simlympics! You'll have to be sure and sign up before the next one starts...you've got plenty of time though, I don't think it happens again until december. You are on time for the closing ceremony, you should see it in the coming days (maybe the beginning of next week or so). As always, thanks for stopping by!
@Strechnitz 2nd - Thanks...we had hoped for the gold, but will settle for a bronze. As always, I appreciate your comments!
@ Bat 4th - I can always count on you to pour praises on the winners...thanks Bat!
@M4346 - Thanks...indeed some nations are doing much better than others...I think Osturland is around the middle of the pack or so...we'll just take any medals we can get. Thanks for commenting M!
@Nik Nik - Thanks for words of congratulations to our winners...ah indeed Lacrosse is a Simlympic event, but I'm not sure about an Olympic event. There are several events included in the Simlympics that are not represented in the Olympics (such as tug-of-war). On the simlympic website you can make a case for why a sport should be added if you like...see the ISC is much more flexible than the folks from the Olympics...just try and petition them to have your favorite sport added to the Olympics $%Grinno$% :D :D ;D
Thanks to all....I'm still working on the next update so hopefully I'll have it ready by the beginning of next week or so. Cheers!
Well it has indeed been my pleasure keeping up with the events at the Simlympics and I can't wait to hear about the fate of the respective countries! :P Although, I must say it is not as exciting as the 2007 Rugby World Cup, I do enjoy staying up to date! :thumbsup:
You have done a marvellous job thus far, an effort worthy of being immortalised in the books and hall of fame of the ISC. ;D
Looking forward to the next update at the beginning "of next week or so". ;)
sorry i haven't been posting but have been a tad busy lately. Wow RC won a gold at jumping?! Goodness me, such a shock lol.
A big well done to medal winners :)
You have certainly been an amazing host for the Simlympics, my friend! Outstanding job! I'll be looking forward to seeing what you have planned for the closing ceremonies and for the future!
:) &apls
Excellent work! i just recently found this while i was searching throught the forum and youve done a marvellous job!! :)
Hello Ryan , you didn't use to be absent for a so long time , at without any information ... so I begin to worry , I hope this is just a question of lack of time . :(
Yes, I am sure that Ryan is just overwhelmed with RLS at the moment, what with his obligations and responsibilities with the new addition to the family and all that. ;D
I trust that he, and his family, are doing well and that he will be back again shortly to amaze us with the splendour of Osturland. :thumbsup:
Yeah he has been really busy with teaching this semester and of course gorgeous baby Reid, we all await yet more glorious wonders from Osturland.
ahhh...elusive time.
Sorry everyone that I have not had time to write a proper update of Osturland. I actually still have an unfinished update from the end of the simlympics hanging around on my computer that I've yet to finish. I've not had time to even open SC4 in almost two months (no batting has been taking place either)! I haven't even been visiting SC4Devotion very regularly as I hardly ever sit down at my computer except to do work. I've been busy being a stay at home parent during the days with my son, Reid, and I've been teaching at university in the evenings. My wife and I have also been doing some traveling as well. She is finishing her last year of medical school and we've been going to interviews. The weekends have been consumed with writing my dissertation when we are not traveling. Last week I finished teaching for the quarter (finals happen this week) and I am hopefully a couple weeks away from turning in a first draft of my dissertation. Don't hold your breath, but I'm going to try and get the last simlympic update done in the coming weeks and maybe I'll have some time for a proper update. Thanks for the concern everyone (Badsim in particular). Take care!
I forgive you. ;D
Ah, it's a relief to know that you are still alive and kicking and that things are going well that side. :thumbsup:
Good luck with your endeavours and don't worry too much about us update-eager crazy people barking up your tree - Real life concerns come first.
Also, all the best with your dissertation! From what I've gathered (observing those around me in advanced years) it is quite a daunting and time-consuming task and accordingly I can't wait to do mine! :P So if I may ask, is this your Masters dissertation? And in what field is it / what is it on? ;D
Anyway, keep well, stay safe and all the best!
Regards,
Marius
Who are you ? :D
Well , that's a great new ... $%Grinno$% ... I can wait now serenely as long as necessary . :thumbsup:
Best whishes to you and your family . ;)
Nice to hear from you again Ryan, and I thought so much that you would be rather busy with baby Reid.
Good luck with your dissertation. :thumbsup:
A cordial invitation for his majesty.
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Strech.