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Jim,
I think we're totally in sync on the ray-tracing issue. Not that I want to
discourage anyone from adding that capability to their tool kit but as you
point out its got its place, to me much like any other special effect.
I applaud the efforts of those bringing that capability to 3DS and with the
ability to composite Targa images in VP for those objects that need that
specific look its going to be a nice addition, but if nothing else, it will
make 3DS'ers who haven't worked with RT, really appreciate the terrific
efficiency and broadness of style which they already have at their disposal.
-JE