Of the Essence
-by Gunnergrunt

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Description
Of the Essence is my entry in the ConquestForgeoff. To better understand the layout of the map, I have posted a rough pre-sketch of the map (below). The map follows a basic S pattern, with each team spawning on a different end the the S. Each side is balanced and equal. The central territory takes the shape of an elongated octogon with ramps leading up from each side. The central territory has "bulletproof" windows to allow a view of the other team and they make their way to the middle (formed by the natural, invisible barrier of the stairs). It also gives players on the outside an idea of what awaits them in the central territory. The other territores reside in depressions to obsure lines of site. The map takes on the classic reverse-tug-of-war style of gameplay. Of the Essence is best played with the Conquest v3 variant.

Sketch

By request, I have included a picture of the map without any walls. This should help you get a better idea of layout of the map (complete map further below).

Weapons* and Gameplay
4 plasma rifles
4 spikers
2 bruteshots (no spare clips)
4 SMG's
2 plasma pistols
2 spike grenades (20 second respawn)

*total number of weapons on map. Each side has half of the total number of weapons placed.

Of the Essence works very well with the standard conquest gameplay. It functions well with games from 2v2 to 5v5. (My personal preference is 4v4 which seems to provide the most fun). The main battles will take place fighting for the central territory, but once it is cleared out, battles shift to the second next territory. The fight does not progress to the "spawn" territory often, but if it does, players will then be forced to spawn in a double box off the side wide which gives them enough advantage to repel the attackers.
The bruteshot are placed on a higher elevation between the first and second territories which enables it to be used at full effectiveness in clearing out enemies. Spike grenades are placed just before the ramps into the central territory. If thrown onto the ceiling of the opposite ramps, the grenade will stop anyone from entering the territory. It is also useful in damaging enemies around the corner from the central territory. Spike grenades have an increased respawn time to prevent them from becoming too heavily relied on. The dual weapons are placed in the three sections of each side of the map, evenly.

Pictures

Bruteshot spawn

Respawn territory

Alternate respawn box

Second Territory (A side)

Bulletproof windows (view inside Central Territory)

Ramp leading to Central Territory

Central Territory

Central Territory (bulletproof windows on each side)

View from Ramp

Bruteshot Spawn leading to Second Territory

Overview of B side

Respawn/starting area (leads to alternate spawn box)

Spawn Territory

Action Shots

Fighting for Second Territory

Defending the Central Territory

Fighting at Respawn Territory

Video (not mine)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcqXcXeTDdg

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