Tom's Unit Factory

[tom2050]

The previews are larger than the units in the game. I am resizing them all, for human figures, I am attempting to resize them close to the average Firaxsis units, and i test them in-game to get the initial Offset (unit centered in the circle) so I can make sure they look alright. For the fantasy units, I try to get them close to other similar units. The True Shadow is a bit larger than the average unit, the Bone Golem is as well (Golem's are supposed to be larger usually than human figures, so I based it on that, but it's not excessive). The next unit I will be posting here in a minute is close to size of the Firaxsis Knight's Horse, but slightly larger.

I'm keeping all the original work files, so in case any changes or fixes to one of these units needs to be made, it can be done so easily (such as a size change, etc).

I can post a small preview in-game of size comparison for the units for now on, it only takes a second to do a printscreen when I test the unit in game.

Tom

 

[tom2050]

Sohmien / Undead Horse (unit conversion)

Sohmien are horrible horse-like monsters that emerge randomly only when some creature desires vengeance. Sohmien vaguely resemble horses with leathery, ashen hides, and mist-shrouded hooves that kills any vegetation they touch. Frifhtful wails accompany their ride. Sohmien heads feature dead white eyes, wide mouths full of needle-like fangs, and downward-sweeping horns. Their shoulder blades extend beyond their heads and necks, and three bone spikes extend from each soulder, extensions of their spinal column.

According to the myth, sohmien are creatures of vengeance. Sohmien hate nightmares and attack them in preference to all other opponents. It is said that the ride of the sohmien will not end until they kill every nightmare in existence. No one has ever successfully used a sohmien as a mount.

Has No Civ Colors.



Download here... Sohmien.rar

Unit32, Large and Small pcx, and Sound Files included.

Tom

 

[nick0515]

Nice. That is one weird looking creature.

 

[Mithadan]

how come warrior chicks always have an awesome rack?

Scentific anomaly? It's so hard to explain...

 

[tom2050]

Dark Treant (unit conversion)

Treants are strangely related to both humans and trees, combining features of both species. Peaceful by nature, treants can cause great damage when roused to anger. They hate evil things and the unrestrained use of fire.

Has No Civ Colors.



Download here... DarkTreant.rar

Unit32, Large and Small pcx, and Sound Files included.

Tom

 

[Ozymandias]

Harlot
A sad fact of life: Often, the only way a woman has to survive is by selling her body and mind to males desperate for companionship.

And here I am am, thinking Queen Of Sheba "King" unit or maybe, um, "Diplomat"

Best,

Oz

 

[AncientOne]

More and more amazing conversions!
Perhaps if you have time could you make a colour conversion of Treant that resembles the TrueShadow.. otherwise they seem very similar.

 

[tom2050]

More and more amazing conversions!
Perhaps if you have time could you make a colour conversion of Treant that resembles the TrueShadow.. otherwise they seem very similar.

So instead of a Dark Treant, colour convert it to a Light Treant?

It could easily be lightened to be more of a lighter brown (similar to the other Treant shown in the picture). I can do so, but it will have to wait a bit, I have my hands way too full at the moment.

Tom

 

[AncientOne]

No not lighter brown but even more darker, almost pitch black like that True Shadow unit you converted.. it is pretty much black, isn't it. Actually, even if the brown shades would be changed to grey or dark blueish grey then I guess it would be already enough to match with True Shadow. The idea is that I want to try to create a space mod (I hope that I overcome some difficulties to make possible to create random generated space map).. and I would use both of these units as some alien creatures (if you perhaps have seen Babylon 5 series, then these creatures would be similar to shadows in the series).

And, take your time.. I have nowhere to hurry.. actually I even hope to get a better computer before starting to mod again.

BTW.. your Dark Treant as actual treant for fantasy scenarios is perfect.

 

[tom2050]

Yeti / Abominable Snowman (unit conversion)

Sometimes confused with the abominable snowman, the yeti is a distant cousin to the great carnivorous apes of warmer climates.

An adult yeti stands 8 feet tall and is covered in long, white fur. Their feet and hands are wide and flat, which helps to disperse their great weight (about 300 pounds) on treacherous snow fields. They travel on all fours like the apes, but fight very comfortably standing erect.

Has No Civ Colors. This Yeti came out a bit larger than I expected in game. Looks more like 10-12 feet high. I will probably make a smaller version in the future to fit the 8 foot high description. I will also make a recoloured brown version to act as a Bigfoot / Sasquatch.



Have you ever got hit by a Yeti uppercut? (see above .gif) Now's your chance!

Download here... Yeti.rar

Unit32, Large and Small pcx, and Sound Files included.

Tom

 

[tom2050]

Originally Posted by tom2050
Harlot
A sad fact of life: Often, the only way a woman has to survive is by selling her body and mind to males desperate for companionship.

And here I am am, thinking Queen Of Sheba "King" unit or maybe, um, "Diplomat"

Best,

Oz

So you think the description was a little harsh?

Tom

 

[tom2050]

Black Bear (unit conversion and recolouration)

A rather common omnivorous mammal, bears tend to avoid humans unless provoked. Exceptions to this rule can be a most unfortunate occurrence.

Bears are, in general, large and powerful animals which are found throughout the world's temperate and cooler climates. With dense fur protecting them from the elements and powerful claws protecting them from other animals, bears are the true rulers of the animal kingdom in the areas where they live.

No Civ Colors.



Download here... BlackBear.rar

Note: There is the Brown Bear already available, but I am unsure of the size comparison between this Black and the Brown Bear. Black Bears are usually slightly smaller than Brown Bears, so I may adjust this units size in the future.

Unit32, Large and Small pcx, and Sound Files included.

Tom

 

[Ozymandias]

So you think the description was a little harsh?

Tom

No, just that "diplomacy" covers many sins ...

 

[tom2050]

No, just that "diplomacy" covers many sins ...

Perhaps a name change may be needed. I changed her from the Downloads section from Medieval to Ancient units... but I suppose she could be used in many eras (such as a modern era in the likes that Balthasar mentioned she looks just like his 1983 Cocktail Waitress).

In my own defence though, I didn't come up with these descriptions, they are the ones that came with the units from the original games.

Perhaps: Diplomatic Goddess of Sinful Beauty? That could cover all bases.

Tom

 

[Blue Monkey]

If you redo the Yeti, please don't remove the taller one from the db. Unit upgrades, multi-unit family groups, Yetis from Space, etc.

 

[tom2050]

If you redo the Yeti, please don't remove the taller one from the db. Unit upgrades, multi-unit family groups, Yetis from Space, etc.

No problem, in that case, when I recolour and make the Bigfoot / Sasquatch, I can recolour both sizes as well (once I make the slightly smaller Yeti).

Yetis from Space

Tom

 

[Balthasar]

Balthasar mentioned she looks just like his 1983 Cocktail Waitress

She does indeed. I would call her a "Debbie" unit, and she would cost enormous amounts in maintenance.

Perhaps: Diplomatic Goddess of Sinful Beauty? That could cover all bases.

Now wait a minute. She could also be a plausible Vestal Virgin. Oz mentioned Sheba; I've thought of Salome. For that matter, she could also be any of the women in HBO's Rome.

She could even be a Space Babe. A creation of Harry Mudd.

So how about "Classic Beauty"? Unless there are more like her around (nice thought), in which case she could be "Barefoot Beauty".

 

[tom2050]

Black Half-Dragon (unit conversion)

Half-dragons with black ancestry are fickle and spiteful at best, and at worst display all the bad personality traits of their full-blooded brethren. They choose dark and dismal swamps as their preferred hunting grounds, and do their best to avoid black dragons, who gladly bully and intimidate them -- and worse.

No Civ Colors.



Download here... BlackHalfDragon.rar

Unit32, Large and Small pcx, and Sound Files included.

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Blue Half-Dragon (unit conversion)

The draconic heritage of a half-dragon determines what powers they will manifest as their draconian characteristics come to the fore. Half-blues are generally cunning and arrogant. They prefer deserts for their territories, and guard their small tracts of land viciously. They are also among the most beautiful chromatic dragon-kin, with light blue skin, deep blue hair and scales, and grey or indigo eyes.

No Civ Colors.



Download here... BlueHalfDragon.rar

Unit32, Large and Small pcx, and Sound Files included.

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Red Half-Dragon (unit conversion)

Half-reds are defined by their arrogance, cruelty, selfishness and generally malignant nature. There are more half-reds than any other type of half-chromatic, due to the evil cunning of red dragons. The reds' desire for human and demihuman maidens is well-documented, and most of the time they simply end up eating them. However, sometimes half-reds will allow adventurers to "rescue" a maiden they have captive, making sure to send a "present" back with the mother...

No Civ Colors.



Download here... RedHalfDragon.rar

Unit32, Large and Small pcx, and Sound Files included.

Tom

 

[Ozymandias]

Not that I already don't have a half-dozen "wanna do" mods backed up on my mental plate, but now you're inspiring me to try to squeeze a fantasy one in there somewhere ...

,

Oz

 

[nick0515]

Wow Tom, the Black Half-Dragon looks completely awesome! My favourite so far!

Kudos on getting them done so quickly!