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>>>For a game I require figures, which are clothed in the medieval style. The figures as such are less the problem, than rather the clothes, I need a couple of hint, how I can build such clothes around a given character. (Maybe an example or so).
>>> How DO you keep the face count down when using Metaballs, and still keep a reasonable level of detail? The mesh I am trying to create has the smallest sphere scaled to 5% of the largest one.
#HAIR IPAS
Message #181064
Hello, Just recently, I attended a 3D Studio User group meeting. At the meeting, the moderator showed me an image that had apparently made use of a new IPAS routine called Hair. I have absolutely no idea how this IPAS operates, but I have a hunch it is similar to…
I am perfectly aware of that fact, Mr MacRae. But my concern is this one: The gaming community is most obviously getting breakthrough prices for components like RISC processors and RAM. I believe the only reason why WE ain't pulling it off as easily is that companies EXPECT us to…
#PC BOYCOTT
Message #179918
3DO's M2 was recently unveiled through press releases and the whole shabang. It so happens that the M2 will be equipped with RISC processing power, 64bit video and 8 MBs of RAM. The machine shoold run you just under 500$. I believe I speak for all PC consumers when I…
3DS NETWORK
Message #171168
Hi, I'm looking for the IPX.COM file to start a 3DS network. So far, all my searches have been vain. This file is supposed to allow the creation of a PC network. Does anybody know where this file is hidden. Cyberspace is huge and very intimidating: please give me a…
#VistaPRo
Message #170859
I'm desperately looking for a Vista to 3DS converter. Know where to find?
RAPTOR 3
Message #170092
Hello, Has anybody got any information about the RAPTOR 3 rendering engine for Lightwave and Real3D? The reason I'm asking is that the manufacturer claims the Raptor can render 40 to 80x faster than an SGI workstation! Also, are there any plans for 3DS to eventually become compatible with the…
SGI purchase
Message #170055
Hi, I'm about to purchase two SGI workstations from someone. I haven't seen them yet, and fear I might be getting less than what I bargained for ( $2000 for complete 24" monitor-equipped stations). The thing is, I can find my way around PCs, but NOT around SGIs. Is there…
You're asking a question that I have asked time and time again, and I just recently managed to get an answer. You'll have to wait for Rel5, because only then will 3DS have access to true Windows NT multitasking, that will enable 3DS to make proper use of multiprocessor systems.…
Thanks Matthew. BTW, would you avoid buying a Micropolis second-hand? I'm under the impression Micropolis HDs are a virtual steal… Also, what does "dedicated" mean exactly? Does it represent " constant information transfering " or something like that? Thanks
PMJI, is someone selling a PAR? If so, I'd be VERY interested… Thanks!
CISC vs RISC
Message #169212
HIYA! I read in a PC magazine today that a Pentium drags when a PowerPC flies, but the Pentium actually manages to ourun the PowerPC when coupled with a video card. Does anybody understand what this means? Also, they said that the PowerPC chip is inexpensive. So what is stopping…
James, Get yourself a Matrox Impression Plus. It's a 64bit 2M VRAM PCI card that's presently selling on CSERVE for next to nothing. Check out the classifieds: I don't think it's been sold yet. It supports OpenGL, some new 3D video board technology that will probably get a lot of…
#Matrox OPenGL
Message #168692
Hello, Does anybody know if, unlike rel 4, rel 5 will be optimized to work in conjunction with Matrox Impression's OpenGL driver? I am considering the purchase of a Matrox 64bit MGA Ultima, which does not support that kind of technology. Is OpenGL the wave of the future? Does it…
#Real 3D rel2
Message #168628
HIYA! OK, what's the deal with that Real 3D package? I heard about it, and started salivating at the thought of those thick, juicy B-Spline-based meshes, those rich, textured and lustrous Ray-traced glass surfaces, and them spicy and firm Inverse Kinematics, and last but not least, these cool and refreshing…
Hi, Jeff, Sorry for intruding: I noticed you combine 3DS and Premiere. I'm having huge problems compressing animations without seing them suffer from serious frame-dropping. I don't think it's funny at all, for I look pathetic when you think about what all this costs. I tried VFD to convert FLIs…
Hi, Alvaro, Sorry: couldn't help noticing your plans to buy a DPS PAR. I'm a college graduate with a taste for the expensive. With a government loan, I'll probably have enough money for a PAR myself: I've heard so much about it. Is it the easiest and most inexpensive way…
#3D Studio NT
Message #167955
Hi. Sorry 'bout the catchy message title. I really need your attention on this one 🙂 I'm about to purchase 16bit coax Ethernet cards. The seller is offering me a remote boot prom for next to nothing. Says I won't have to boot from a disk when logged on network.…
#Bones Pro
Message #167393
Hello, everybody. I'm presently trying to "bone" a person ( in 3D Studio, that is). The problem I have encountered ( in the demo I got) is that bones seem to influence beyond the limbs, which causes the body to be constantly deformed by the moving bones. This is aggravating…
Wow! Is that true?
Hi. I strongly suggest you check out DISPLACE, by Yost Group. What this does is simple: based on a bitmap ( say in your case, a FACE ), it will create relief ( don't get confused with bump maps, which are very limited…) in real-time. You just pull the bitmap…
Hi there, Chuck. Please send me your pricing details through e-mail…
Thanks for the info. So you're telling me that a P9000 sort of sucks? That's what is being shipped to me for a mezely $120. By the way, do you know about the effects Video RAM can have on rendering time? Is a 4 Megger far better than a 2…
Actually, Mr Grant, I have. I find it strange that a Weitek 9000 card could come down to $150, but the Weitek 9100 stays at a steady $350! There has got to be a difference!
#Weitek 9000 vs
Message #163445
Hello, I am presently trying to figure out what will give me the most bang for my buck: the OLD Viper 2M VRAM, or the NEW Viper 2M VRAM. I believe the only differences are that Weitek component and the price. I could buy a brand new Viper with Wtk…
Hell, Mr Gates. This interests me a lot: it ould be useful to me. Please contact me as soon as you can. You have my address. If you prefer negociating over the phone, here is how to reach me: (514) 739-7622. Thanks!
Scuse me: Where could I find an EPS-to-DXF (or AI ) converter? Thanks!
Help! EPS to AI
Message #9454
Hi, I need urgent help: how can I convert EPS files to Adobe Illustrator files or better yet, DXF files? This has got to be possible ( especially from EPS to AI). Where can I find this kind of a utility?? Please answer fast, for time is limited… Thanks!
#Executable animations
Message #162359
Hi. To publicize my BBS, I'd like to distribute an executable animation. The thing is, how do I make an animation self-executing? Does it require nifty programming, cause if it does, I think I'm in trouble. Anyways, if you have any idea about how to accomplish such a feit (…
Bonjour, Mr Streveler, ici encore une fois Philippe Desmarais, de Montreal. You might not remember me, so let me refresh your memory: I'm about to graduate from college and plan on working with my friends this summer on some 3D projects. We work with 3D Studio rel 4.0, and some…
#Object interaction
Message #162171
Hi. Did you ever hope for some kind of an IPAS that would let you collide objects and have them automatically deform each other: say a hand grabbing a rubber ball and sinking its fingers in it. Would it be possible with something like that new Dynamic Motion Module? Or…
What kind of a joke is this…
Hi, I'm a student-entrepeneur, just might be interested ( I need the best price you can make ). Please reply
#DynMotion Module
Message #160900
Brent! Dynamic Motion Module is EXACTLY what I've been looking for. Now I'll finally be able to play with some of the power SoftImage has been playing with for quite a while. I NEED to know more. I'm into character animation, and such a routine could dramatically change the way…
Scuse me, but I heard Dynamic Motion Module. Could you tell me what this is? Thanks
Thanks for the info. But will I need to buy Bones if I want to properly animate these organic meshes ( I most certainly suppose so…)? If so, where could I get Bones Pro for LESS than $500? Any studentt specials? Anyone selling it second hand? Is Animation Master better…
100 mbit/sec net sale!
Message #160177
Sorry, had no idea it was that expensive. Thanks!
Hi, This is Phil, I really appreciate your super-quick response, but I'm gonna need a little more info: should I go for inexpensive IPAS packages to do seamless skins ( or buy animation master. Anyways, is animation master expensive? Where can I get it? How come we never hear about…
Bonjour, Monsieur Clark, Je vis a Montreal, et je travaille presentement avec 3D Studio 4.0. J'aimerais en savoir plus sur votre entreprise et comment je pourrais contribuer. N'hesitez pas de me poser plus de questions sur ma presente situation, car je me ferai un plaisir d'y repondre ( mon clavier…
3D Studio Guru Needed:
Message #159927
3D studio guru here. Need anything? Could send samples…
Want to network 3 3DS PCs. This good for that? Thanks!
3D Buff
Message #159843
Hi, Phil here, Interested in the custom work. Please specify you're expectations. Working with 3DS rel 4.0: specialty is character animation. Is this in your field? Thanks!
#Skin 'n Bones
Message #159842
Hello skinners, hello boners, Skin is inexpensive, but Bones looks versatile. Have 3DS rel 4.0 with inverse kinematics. Which package will take the most advantage of IK? I heard that Skin is capable of whatever Bones is: it is just a question of TIME, since Bones does it all in…
#Animation Master
Message #159835
Hello, Sanford, I'm Phil, and you sent me something a few weeks ago. When I reread your message recently, I noticed you spoke of Animation Master. I am deeply intrigued about this, and would like to know more. Is it some sort of 3DS extension? Maybe a rotoscopic animator? Thanks…
Hi, I'm thinking about buying Bones Pro. Do you know where I could buy this (lowest price is my concern: tight budget) What do you think about this piece of software? THANKS in advance
Bones pro for sale?
Message #159691
Presently looking for Bones Pro. If you're selling, or have something to share about this piece of software. please drop me a line. Appreciate it.
Silicon Garden/Particles
Message #159594
Hello there, fellow CServers! I'm looking for a copy of Silicon Garden, from Yost, and also their fabulous Particle Systems. If anybody's selling, please don't hesitate to drop me a line! Won't pay any price, but dog on it, I'm but a student with no job. But will pay what…
Hi. I recently caught one of your forum messages, and am hereby forwarding this e-mail. I am currently working with 3D Studio rel 3.5 and happen to be looking out for a related job. Before I send you any examples of my work ( and probably samples from some friends…
3D Animation
Message #159383
Hi, I'm a 3D animator who happens to be shopping around for 3D Studio animation IPAS routines ( Skinning, Deformation, Particle systems, …). If you're selling something like YOST's IPAS Disks 3 through 7, Digimation's Bones Pro, Schreiber Metaballs, … PLEASE don't hesitate to e-mail me. THANKS!
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