Post unit requests for Rabbit, White

[Rabbit, White]

I know there is already an official unit request thread but it got kinda sidetracked a bit, and also I do more "specialized" units (I'll explain in a moment), so I hope the moderators will forgive me.

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This is not only a request thread, I will also post my to-do list - what I'm working on now, and what my plans are in the future, and if a project is big I might post a small progress report with a teaser pic.

So what kinda stuff do I take requests for?

At this time I create new units by using old ones and attaching bits and pieces to them (hats, wings, claws, etc.), or replacing/removing their weapons, or any of the above. To see samples of my work refer to my sig. (While I did export the two planes into Civ4, right now the primary experts on creating new quality WW2 or related units are sharick, nautil and snafusmith.)

I do not create new units from scratch and I don't modify/create animations. Also, do not post request asking specifically for new skins. I am a poor texture artist, and while I naturally will skin any new stuff I add to the models, and in some cases will attempt to re-skin the unit itself, these are more like side effects rather than the primary purpose.

I am in the process of going over the "official" tutorial for creating units for Civ4 and when I get to the point when I can create new units with animations from scratch I will let you know.

Now, I can't promise I will do every unit requested but I'll try my best and if there is a particular reason why I can't do something I'll post about it.

P.S. Forgot the most important thing. Please don't post repeat requests, if you think I might've missed it just send a PM. Also, while I have no problem with a bit of discussion on the requests try to not get sidetracked too much, this is just so that the thread doesn't become bloated. Thank you.

P.S.S. Folks, when you post unit requests please provide me with some reference material, or at the very least some explanation of the unit.

 

[Rabbit, White]

Stuff I'm working on (in no particular order)

- Ethnically diverse units - this is an ongoing project.

- Importing models from Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War into Civilzation IV

- Few modern weapons

Future stuff

- Updating planes and the futuristic combat vehicle to have team color

- More WH40K tanks

 

[Civmansam]

Can you make a Stormtrooper or A Clonetrooper.
And a Jedi Maybe?

 

[woodelf]

Rabbit - We also have a Lancer unit in our mod that would basically be a pikeman that can disable Tracked units. So could you throw a helm on a pikeman and see what it looks like? I'm not sure if you could sci-fi the pike up any....

Thanks

 

[J_Period]

Woow I'm so excited! What to ask for????
Hmm how 'bout... Arabian Light Cavelry, Like these guys:


Basically, an immortal minus the spear, plus a crescent shield and a curved sword.

That would be great! (There will be more requests later, but I'll only post one at a time )

 

[Tyranausaurus]

I've only got one unit request in my mind (or actually two right now ):
1. Modify the 'Archer' unit, perhaps change the head and make him look more Babylonian, I don't mind if only the head needs to be changed, perhaps add that special hat, a beard etc.. sort of like the Civ3 Bowman.

2. Modify the 'Egyptian War Chariot' and try to change the front of the cart to also a Babylonian theme, and don't forget to change the two figures that ride the cart, their heads could be like the 'Bowman' I requested above .

I hope I'm not too harsh in my requests. I would love it if you would take some time to do any of them if not both . Thanks Rabbit!

 

[Zuul]

*Modify the pikemen to have hellbeards instead.
*Make an elephant unit with extra armor/bardings and one other without any armour at all.

 

[Oran-ge]

Hey, just to be clear, on what order, and on what basis for that order will you work on these units? Cause I'll probably request a whole bunch of units just for kicks with no immediate plans to use them in a mod. : D

Anyways, here's my two cents:
-A chariot pulled by polar bears
-An warrior with 2 heads (ogres!)
-An archon (the generic model can be used for anything, really)
-A tank-mech (chop up a tank's turrent, and stick a reskinned, enlarged infantry torso on top of it... hey, it could work)

 

[SoCalian]

as you have probbably seen, I really need a Californiano(aka Presidial Lancer) UU for my California civ. It is intended to replace the Cavalry, so go off of taht as much as you want to, I'm just giving you background info. They were remarkable for thier use of Lances instead of guns, and still being able to win. Here are a few excelent pictures. I'll try to dig up more if you want, but this should be good to get a general idea. The hat lance and sash seem to be the most important distinguishing features, while a simple color change in the shirt from the cavalry would suffice.

 

[Cafegio]

If you could find the time ...

1.Slinger (maccabee) available instead of the warrior - unique unit for Israel
maybe just a warrior different head with slingshot

2.Centurion or Roman Legion - a must when playing as rome , instead of spearman

3.Carthage war elephant - I know there is one already but maybe change the men on top.

4.Champion - a knight with a lance ?

5.An Arabian modern fighter - maybe an old unit with an ak-47

 

[wilboman]

First sidetrack - wonder how long a post Kael will leave?

 

[DelcranWestril]

The Maccabee is a good idea. Maybe even a generic slinger, or a Mayan slinger.

A Persian Cataphract (Spelling? This word always gives me trouble) would be a nice addition. It could be a conversion of the current Immortal.

BTW, Great Werewolf, Rabbit.

 

[seZereth]

i dont want to go on your nerves i pm`ed the request to you before i saw this thread, perhaps u have some time to do a unit in between, so i can keep up skinníng work. thank u in advance!

 

[TheBladeRoden]

How about a riot policeman?

 

[seZereth]

hey rabbit, what about an easy thing, give the warrior a sword!
and perhaps give him in another version a longer skirt, so i can skin him looking like he wears a war coat.
but i know i know, you have much to do

 

[Rabbit, White]

Ok, I wanted to respond to some of the requests.

@J_Period: I can give Immortals a sword but they will still use it as a spear, which with a curved sword will look even weirder.

@Cafegio: I can give warrior a sling but right now it won't be animated and will look weird, he'll be using it as a club.

@TheBladeRoden: None of the modern units have animation appropriate for holding a shield, if I give it to them, it'll be clipping through them constantly. On the other hand, all the units that carry shields are ancient and not only don't use firearms but also wear skirts of one kind or another. So unless you want me to make a scottish riot police...

 

[J_Period]

@J_Period: I can give Immortals a sword but they will still use it as a spear, which with a curved sword will look even weirder.

Hadn't thought of that What about companion cavalry with curved sword and crescent shield instead? (and maybe romove feather if you can-if not, it'll still look fine)

 

[Sleeping_Dragon]

Can you make a ancient Chinese soilder and a hero that looks like a chinese generla?

 

[Rabbit, White]

Hadn't thought of that What about companion cavalry with curved sword and crescent shield instead? (and maybe romove feather if you can-if not, it'll still look fine)

Yeah, I think that might work.

@Sleeping_Dragon: You gotta give me more than just names to go on. Also, I make these units by adding stuff to the vanilla units. So, if there are units in the game that if they had a particular weapon or piece of armor or something of that nature they could look like chinese soldier then I can probably do that.

I posted the NIF Viewer tutorial, check it out if you're interested. Also, this weekend I'll be very busy and so probaly won't be working on the units much.

 

[Cafegio]

What do you think of giving the warrior a long sword , painting his face blue , and giving him a kelt ? Look back at the Scotland mod and see what an awesome job he did. The only problem with his is the Highland has shoulder pads. If you could make this that would be great.