The Ants March
Bank 2x2 Forge Contest Submission

Hey guys, Im back with another map, this one being for the 2x2 Forge Contest. Its a simple, small, symmetrical map that caters for all Slayer, King of the Hill, Oddball, Headhunter and Juggernaut gametypes, (as nothing much else will really work on it, due to its size). It is intended only for a minimum of 2 players, max 4, but you may be able to squeeze a 5 player FFA out of it, and 6 players would be insane, but entirely possible.

Given the extreme constraints of the competition, there wasnt much I could do for it aesthetically, but I tried to make it as interesting as possible with different shapes and angles, whilst maintaining maximum frame rate (so no lights). And cover is not an issue with this map, as there are good LoS positions, but plenty of places to hide. I managed to add 5 different levels to this map, the high ground areas are very small, so camping is hard, while the main play area is large (large enough for the intended player count, anyway) with good escape points and cover.

Weapons wise, I wanted a set that complimented the tight play style of the map, without making anything too overpowered. There is only one power weapon (Concussion Rifle), but its ammo supply is greatly reduced and spawn timer high as to not make it unfair for other players. There are two ranged weapons (DMR, Needle Rifle), two mid-ranged weapon (Needler, Magnum) and one, what I consider to be CQC weapon (Plasma Pistol).

There is only one health kit on this map, and its smack bang in the middle of the map with nothing surrounding it, so going for health is a bit of a gamble, which promotes more life-preserving methods (unless youre a Rambo).

Weapons

1 x Magnum (30sec) 1 x Plasma Pistol (30sec) 4 x Frag (45sec)
2 x Plasma Grenade (60sec) 1 x Needler (60sec) 1 x Health Kit (60sec)
1 x DMR (90sec) 1 x Needle Rifle (90sec) 1 x Concussion Rifle (160sec)

Screenshots

Map overview from front

Map overview from behind

Red spawn (middle level). Blue is same, but mirrored, so no image required. The path leading underneath the spawn area is the lowest level.

Bottom pathway. The grav-lift shoots you up in the middle of the map...

...here. Some maneuvering required to get yourself to the ledge.

Action shot, just for the hell of it. This spot is around the centerpiece, home to the Needler.

Thats about all. Wont be changing anything about this map until after the weekend of the 17th (end of contest), if I decide to change anything, that is. If anyone has any suggestions however, feel free to post them. Cheers!