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IMHO, the collar bit is too wide, and the Good Basher's boots look a little strange to me, but looking good otherwise 
Super Scenario Idea
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KingArthur
Searching for the Holy Grail
Looks real good NavyDawg. I agree with LMR re. the boots - the turnover is just too much.
Maybe he could have some shoulder guards to help with the bashing work?
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Also, I think he should be a bit broader but this is without seeing him in any context next to a normal unit for comparison. Maybe as big as the guy attached.
Maybe he could have some shoulder guards to help with the bashing work?
edit:
Also, I think he should be a bit broader but this is without seeing him in any context next to a normal unit for comparison. Maybe as big as the guy attached.
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Stormrage
Ever Present Taskmaster
Hell yeah! KA, thats a Basher if I`ve ever seen one 
KingArthur
Searching for the Holy Grail
Here's the framework I'm working from for mapping out the rest of the tech tree and general game mechanics. This is not set in stone of course so if you've any comments I'd love to hear them.
Techs are spread over 4 eras but this is not a normal sequential era tech tree.
ERA 1 POWERS
This one we've covered already. This era is accessible to Capt. Stupendous, The Silver Crusader and Nemesis* only. It's basically 4 chains of unit upgrades that will give the super heroes and villains SUPERior units (balanced slightly by cost).
ERA 2 (NO NAME YET)
This era is for the Authorities only. It covers the civic and ceremonial duties of mayor. Don't worry, however, this won't be like a game of Sim City because it also covers the machiavellian movements of a mayor keen to discredit super heroes as well as ridding the city of villains. The Authorities are the only faction able to build Workers and Settlers. Eventually, the Mayor will be able to hold Elections (GW) which introduces the possibility of a Diplomatic Victory.
ERA 3 BASE BUILDING
This gives the villains (super or otherwise) and heroes a number of base building upgrades - mainly improvements e.g. Workshops, Comms Centres, Shark Tanks, Containment Cells, Strongholds, Fortresses, Auto Defense Systems, Perimeter Security etc etc.
ERA 4 CRIMES
This era is accessible to the villains (Dr. Ego, Boss Goldtooth and Nemesis*). It mainly gives them the ability to build their henchmen but also some Great Wonders that autoproduce very big and nasty dangers not only to the city but to the world at large. Techs are along the lines of: Extortion, Machination, Sabotage, Espionage, Cat Burgalry, Assassination, Mutagenesis, Vaporisation, World Domination etc etc.
NEW FACTIONS AND HOW THEY FIT IN.
The Neutrals - these guys are the heroes who have decided to remove themselves from the affairs of "normals". They appear arrogant, aloof and uncaring but could that just be a cover for some sinister plan? These guys are non playable. They have a number of fixed "character" units which can be captured and "persuaded" to join the cause of any other faction (via unit upgrade). They can access all techs which makes them useful trade partners.
Nemesis - the world's most dangerous menace has returned to wreck vengeance on those who banished him to.... blah, blah, blah. This is your stereotypical uber bad guy with a grudge. Nemesis starts off weak (having just returned from the plane of blah, blah blah) but as he can access the ERA 1 and ERA 4 techs he will become a serious threat. Look for allies or take him out early game. Nemesis is planned to be non-playable but he might be too much fun to leave out.
GAMEPLAY AIMS
As you may know I like short games with lots of options avaiable to the player. Because the game is small, replayability is important and each faction should play differently from the others.
As The Super Heroes.. Expect: lots of fun with very cool and unique units. Don't Expect: The good guys to always win.
As The Villains.. Expect: Dastardly Deeds and Maximum Mayhem. Don't Expect: An Easy Victory.
As The Authorities.. Expect cool military units and backstabbing politics. Don't Expect: the pot holes in the roads to be fixed.
Techs are spread over 4 eras but this is not a normal sequential era tech tree.
ERA 1 POWERS
This one we've covered already. This era is accessible to Capt. Stupendous, The Silver Crusader and Nemesis* only. It's basically 4 chains of unit upgrades that will give the super heroes and villains SUPERior units (balanced slightly by cost).
ERA 2 (NO NAME YET)
This era is for the Authorities only. It covers the civic and ceremonial duties of mayor. Don't worry, however, this won't be like a game of Sim City because it also covers the machiavellian movements of a mayor keen to discredit super heroes as well as ridding the city of villains. The Authorities are the only faction able to build Workers and Settlers. Eventually, the Mayor will be able to hold Elections (GW) which introduces the possibility of a Diplomatic Victory.
ERA 3 BASE BUILDING
This gives the villains (super or otherwise) and heroes a number of base building upgrades - mainly improvements e.g. Workshops, Comms Centres, Shark Tanks, Containment Cells, Strongholds, Fortresses, Auto Defense Systems, Perimeter Security etc etc.
ERA 4 CRIMES
This era is accessible to the villains (Dr. Ego, Boss Goldtooth and Nemesis*). It mainly gives them the ability to build their henchmen but also some Great Wonders that autoproduce very big and nasty dangers not only to the city but to the world at large. Techs are along the lines of: Extortion, Machination, Sabotage, Espionage, Cat Burgalry, Assassination, Mutagenesis, Vaporisation, World Domination etc etc.
NEW FACTIONS AND HOW THEY FIT IN.
The Neutrals - these guys are the heroes who have decided to remove themselves from the affairs of "normals". They appear arrogant, aloof and uncaring but could that just be a cover for some sinister plan? These guys are non playable. They have a number of fixed "character" units which can be captured and "persuaded" to join the cause of any other faction (via unit upgrade). They can access all techs which makes them useful trade partners.
Nemesis - the world's most dangerous menace has returned to wreck vengeance on those who banished him to.... blah, blah, blah. This is your stereotypical uber bad guy with a grudge. Nemesis starts off weak (having just returned from the plane of blah, blah blah) but as he can access the ERA 1 and ERA 4 techs he will become a serious threat. Look for allies or take him out early game. Nemesis is planned to be non-playable but he might be too much fun to leave out.
GAMEPLAY AIMS
As you may know I like short games with lots of options avaiable to the player. Because the game is small, replayability is important and each faction should play differently from the others.
As The Super Heroes.. Expect: lots of fun with very cool and unique units. Don't Expect: The good guys to always win.
As The Villains.. Expect: Dastardly Deeds and Maximum Mayhem. Don't Expect: An Easy Victory.
As The Authorities.. Expect cool military units and backstabbing politics. Don't Expect: the pot holes in the roads to be fixed.
Stormrage
Ever Present Taskmaster
I love it!
The Authorities should have a Press Pay-Off tech, so that they can persuade the editor of the city newspaper to run a smear campaign against the heroes. "Captain Stupendous is a menace! $100 to the first one who gets a picture of him with his fingers in the cookie jar! Well, why are you all still here?!" etc.
KingArthur
Searching for the Holy Grail
I love it.
Miles Teg
Nuclear Powered Mentat
Perhaps it gives the Authorities a Hidden Nationality catapult? That would reflect the stones thrown and camera flashes.
Virote_Considon
The Great Dictator
I myself use "The Media" as a plague replacement in a city-map game. If you're interested in it, then maybe "Press Pay-Off" could reduce the effects of the Media?
KingArthur
Searching for the Holy Grail
That's a neat idea but I'm not sure I like the effects of plague i.e. killing off units - I suppose the script text could be changed from $UNIT0 has been killed by $PLAGUE1! to $UNIT0 has commited suicide after press snap photos of him in bed with a hoover.
And
$RULER_TITLE1, the citizens of $CITY0 are dying of $PLAGUE2.
Who knows how long this scourge will continue, but be wary of bringing other units into $CITY0 while it lasts!
changed to
$RULER_TITLE1, the occupants of $CITY0 are surrounded by photographers from the $PLAGUE2.
Who knows how long they will remain, some have flasks and sleeping bags. Keep a low profile and be wary of bringing other units into $CITY0 while they're here!
A new plague animation would be needed too, flash bulbs going off maybe.
Stormrage
Ever Present Taskmaster
Yeah, and a camera icon for pollution
Also, they don`t have to commit suicide, them leaving your ranks is enough for you to lose a unit.
"I went to work today. A paparazzo jumped me... Now Barbara will know that I am not really a car salesman, but an Evil Henchman! Oh the horrors. My lord, I must resign. Yours truly, (tho not anymore, duh!), Horrace".
Also, they don`t have to commit suicide, them leaving your ranks is enough for you to lose a unit.
"I went to work today. A paparazzo jumped me... Now Barbara will know that I am not really a car salesman, but an Evil Henchman! Oh the horrors. My lord, I must resign. Yours truly, (tho not anymore, duh!), Horrace".
Mirc
Not mIRC!!!
I know I'm a little late, but those tech icons are awesome! 
KingArthur
Searching for the Holy Grail
The Smear Campaign could also be implemented as a Space Race Victory for those who want to turn off the Diplomacy Win. The constituent parts could be
"Incriminating Evidence" gained with the "Private Investigations" Tech
"Public Opinion" gained by the "Control Of The Press" Tech.
"The Lawsuit" gained with the "The Lawyers" Tech.
Probably need at least 1 more step to spread it out. I'll need to think some more about this. Good idea tho'
"Incriminating Evidence" gained with the "Private Investigations" Tech
"Public Opinion" gained by the "Control Of The Press" Tech.
"The Lawsuit" gained with the "The Lawyers" Tech.
Probably need at least 1 more step to spread it out. I'll need to think some more about this. Good idea tho'
KingArthur
Searching for the Holy Grail
I know I'm a little late, but those tech icons are awesome!
They are. LMR is still looking for images for zoom whoosh tingle and poof so if you've seen any around let us know.
NavyDawg
Audentes Fortuna Iuvat
This mod is really gonna be original with some of these ideas. I'll rework the Basher and post a new preview when it's ready...
Virote_Considon
The Great Dictator
In my scenario, they "force" the "employees" to "resign" (resignation/firing replaces death+disbandment in the text files
)
NavyDawg
Audentes Fortuna Iuvat
Miles Teg
Nuclear Powered Mentat
I like him. Much stronger looking then the last try. My only complaint is that his arms are undersized.
KingArthur
Searching for the Holy Grail
I like him a lot! If you could get more bulk in the bicep area that would be better - I think now his bicep should be almost 1.5 times as big as his forearms. The little costume details are great and the boots are much better. Bald gives him a nice distinctive look.
Stormrage
Ever Present Taskmaster
A bigger "triangle" would be cool. You know, torso widening up to the shoulders, and yeah, the biceps need to be larger. Make him like a huge mudhafugga! (like Batman and Superman in teh old comic books)
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