That time is upon us once again - Welcome to the latest Template Contest! If you are unfamiliar with the Template Contest, it is simply a challenge where forgers compete by finishing a map that has already been started. The goal for each competitor is to produce the best map possible from the template provided. This means you must complete a map witch has pre-set objects on it. You are not allowed to delete these objects, and you must make them work within your map design.
This is the set of rules you must follow. Please note that All maps must be submitted by the 29th of August - any maps submitted after this will not be accepted.
To submit your map, please post a submission reply Here.
Also, please keep in mind that you are not allowed to delete any objects placed on the template map.
Prize
This time around, things are a little different. This edition's prize will come in the form of a custom map video made by none other than Bl00D F1R3. If you've seen his work in the video department before, you'll know just how special this is. As always, bragging rights also go hand in hand with that coveted first place spot.
FAQs
Q: Am I allowed to delete objects on the map?
A: You are allowed to delete the OLN Objects in the crypt, that's it.
Q: Can I interlock into the pre-set objects?
A: Yes, as long as you are not completely covering them.
Q: You have a banshee and spartan laser on the map, can I change the respawn rate?
A: Yes, you can change any object traits you wish.
If you have any further questions please feel free to PM Bl00D F1R3, or ask in this thread.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
This Template was made on the OLN Canvas with all the objects in the crypt. You are allowed to delete these objects.
You will spawn in the crypt, and have 45 seconds to fly up top to the main area.
Please note that there is a common problem with Forge where once you start the forge game, some timed objects (Objects that do not spawn for a certain amount of time) will automatically spawn and cannot be touched. To fix this, simply start a new round.
The Theme
For this template contest the theme is Competitive. This means that your map must be designed for one of the follow gametypes: CTF, Slayer, Team Slayer, Oddball, etc. No Zombies or any other casual/mini-game maps.
Your map will be judged on 5 criteria:
Originality- How your map differs from others
Playability - Does your map have flaws? Can we not get to certain areas/break out of others?
Enjoyability - Is your map fun to play on? Did we enjoy it?
Aesthetics- Is your map pretty?
Mechanics - Dose your map work, IE Spawns, Lifts etc.
The Template!
Here is the Template. It has one base made. The base features a Spartan Laser and a Banshee. It is VERY important that you incorporate both of these into your map. You will also find several things we've thrown in for you to have fun with.
And just to help you out an extra little bit, I've thrown in a little extra as well. Feel free to use it, it's not necessary but for some of you who like to draw out your plans, this should help.