Blue Hope - The Interactive City Journal

[Need4Camaro 50]

jacqulina - ty

deathtopumpkins - Hey it happens, It's been bumped to the 4th and 5th page before so I'm not to concerned as far as that goes... Sometimes it's hot, sometimes it's not, it's what we enjoy that keeps it alive.. I'd like to see the new textures myself. ..any news if there will be textures much like the RHW for the Ground Highway? it would be nice to have a bit of consistancy between the transitions...

un1 - Enjoy yourself - if you ever decide to return then feel free...

[deathtopumpkins 43]

I might be able to do a new FHW ("fake" highway) texture in the future, it's a lot of work though, as it involves about 1600 pngs, and uses several different programs.

There is a thread (which seems to be getting ignored) that someone requested I start that is in the Modding-Open Discussion forum that has a picture of one of the textures. It's my thread announcing what I'm working on, but ignore the expected release date. I need to change it, as it was sunday .

I believe there is a texture mod out there for FHW that pretty well matches it made by Shadow Assassin (same as the eure texture mod). I don't have a link for it at the monent though.

[deathtopumpkins 43]

MMM: Where?

[un1 41]

Originally posted by: deathtopumpkins Why, un1?

Just because the update method changes is no reason to leave it?

But, can I have your stuff if you do? lolquote>

 

God no!!! Not because of that... Well I guess I'll stay and I may leave later but this CJ is just to good!!!

deathopumkins: Good luck on you're FHW network that will be cool!!

[Need4Camaro 50]

un1 - Welcome aboard, we're glad you're back

[un1 41]

Originally posted by: Need4Camaro un1 - Welcome aboard, we're glad you're back Added by: un1 quote>

 

Nice!! I barely left I mean I asked what people think about me leaving and you come out and say welcome aboard when I didn't leave!!!!

[Mr. Monorail Man 3]

I'm sorry, I cliked the delete my post icon instead of the edit my post icon. Well, here is my HOV pic about a HOV start/exit area in my city. 

[Mr. Monorail Man 3]

Sorry again, Please Ignore The Pic with Red X. I'm waiting for my upgrade for my CPU's Picture Transfer thing.

[deathtopumpkins 43]

Did you modify it to allow cars?

Mine only allows Ped and Buses.

Glad you're staying, un1. First I have to get the RHW texture finished. Still working on it... *exasperated*

[AceofSpades 1]

N4C I have an article if you want me to post it it's from before I left for Vancouver, and no it's not hot, haha, but's that's just me.

[Mr. Monorail Man 3]

Well, I used the Traffic Generator lots on the STEX. And unfourently, they ignore the HOV lot. But I used it to give you an idea of how it will work in your city and/or region. So, how do you like it? If you have any comments PM me or post it on this CJ.

[un1 41]

Originally posted by: Mr. Monorail Man Well, I used the Traffic Generator lots on the STEX. And unfourently, they ignore the HOV lot. But I used it to give you an idea of how it will work in your city and/or region. So, how do you like it? If you have any comments PM me or post it on this CJ.

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LOL!!!!! I am making a nicer newer remake of them!! But first they need to be approved!!

[dfnva 34]

Need4Camaro,

I've never really participated, but have enjoyed the roadgeekery. I'll pray things are ok with your mother. Good luck.

Dan

[deathtopumpkins 43]

Tomorrow's my last day of school, so I'll add messing around with those to my summer to-do list.

I may even if I have time modify them to allow a certain number of cars through.

Now that I think about it, HOV lanes are something maxis should've included with Rush Hour, as even our city of 140,000 has them on I-64 (Hampton, VA)

un1, are you modifying the traffic generators or HOV lot?

Lastly,

[Need4Camaro 50]

Attn: I have updated the Main Page in which goes in more detail as to how the new updating system will work... Also you can now view ALL of Blue Hopes Videos from the main page.. ...I couldn't get them ALL to upload however so be aware that you may need to click on the links to view them

[deathtopumpkins 43]

Is this normal:?

[FlyingHat 0]

Yes. It's very normal. Don't worry, I'm working on the new front page as I type this. I had fun while making that page.

EDIT: Don't use Internet Explorer, Use Firefox, it will save your life.

[Need4Camaro 50]

deathtopumpkins - It's quite normal, some dude tossed his hat and it flew to the Blue Hope Server and blew it up .. ..I kid, we're just upgrading things

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I've updated page 1 of this City Journal in which so you can watch all of the videos from there...

[deathtopumpkins 43]

Ok, just making sure. Glad it was just a joke.

[Mr. Monorail Man 3]

LOL Deathtopumkins!!!) ) I lived next to I-264 in the Kempsville Lakes Neighborhood (it is on Baxter Rd near Pembroke Mall and Town Center) in Virginia Beach, VA from 1995 to 2006! My only wish is for someone to make a lot that looks excatly like my old school, Larkspur Middle School on Princess Anne Rd. Now me and my family now live in Campbell County, TN (it is a dump( ) And we can't visit VA Beach due to gas prices! Or anyone make a HOV texture like the ones on I-64 and I-264 in SE Virginia.

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[un1 41]

Good video's!!! Uuuuummmmm, I won't be poping up as much as before I mean maybe once a day... I barely have time for anything because my CJ takes some time to do and I'm the co-founder of UDProductions!

[deathtopumpkins 43]

Wow, another local! *waves*

I might add that school to my long to-do list for the summer.

I can't believe you found somewhere worse than here. Everyone I know hates it here.

That's the HOV markings exactly.

If I was up for a big project and had a good photo editing program I could make HOV lane puzzle pieces for the RHW and have them pathed, but I think that's a little far out of my league! Too complex.

[Need4Camaro 50]

Yeah we have the same HOV markings here in Atlanta.. ...The Diamond actually doesnt stand for HOV - it stands for "Lane Restriction" and it's restricted to whatever the sign states - in this case ..HOV...

[Need4Camaro 50]

Finally found some spare time...

In regards to the previous update that was seemingly chopped into pieces by our friendly neighbhoorhood hackers, I will now repost the data that was lost...

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First off... The completion of the first phase of the...

The expressway departs from Highway 25 and proceeds North-East along the Oconee River through Johnson Village, Riverseed, Fireplace and eventually the Oconee Village.  It is a Tollroad that was constructed by the NLMG in which will recieve partial funding from the Newark Turnpike. It is unknown if it will have to share a cosign route number with a Newark Turnpike shield.

Click for larger image!

Exit 0 - The Tollroad departs from Highway 25 and proceeds North / North East

Exit 1 - The first exit is tolled, Northbound Exit / Southbound Entry. This divided highway proceeds as an atgrade route to Highway 104, an route to the Airport.

Exit 2 - Tolled - Northbound Exit / Southbound Entry -  A new route that serves access to an industrial area and crosses the Oconee River to Turner Station / Highway 2. Southbound travelers are advised to enter Highway 2 to the Newark 101 Turnpike here instead of Highway 25.

-Toll Plaza-

Exit 3 - Tolled - Northbound Entry / Southbound Exit -  Riverseed / Johnson Village. This exit was at first constructed for Johnsonvillage however is being upgraded into a divided highway for the anticipation of increased traffic due to the tollroad. It was also extended across the Oconee River to Highway 25 as another route into Fireplace,

Exit 4 - Tolled - Northbound Entry / Southbound Exit. This road was extended from fireplace across the tollroad. Currently all Northbound traffic is forced to exit here as the tollroad does not continue any further. The interchange was completed regardless to preserve the space for the expansion of the tollroad.

Closeup Photos!

Exit 0

Exit 1

Exit 2

Exit 3

The extension to Highway 25

Exit 4

NLMG I applogize for the extended delay but your deed will be presented upon the payment on the expressway.

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While we're here, lets have a look at the expansion of Johnson Village and the birth of Riverseed.

Johnson Village and Riverseed

An overview image of Johnsonvillage / Riverseed.

In Johnsonvillage, The construction of the tollway has forced commercial offices to relocate onto the road that once bordered the Oconee River. It has promoted growth of new comercial services / offices in anticipation of more traffic however.

The expansion of the residential subdivisions. These residents can now commute to Auringy City / Newark much easier with the Tollroad.

Riverseed however sits at the front seat of the new tollway. At first this quiet community had a great overview of the Oconee River but now the only thing they can see is asphalt and listen to the rumble of cars traveling at high speeds just past their community. Residents DEMAND that the NLMG install sound bariers near their interchange of Exit 3.

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Further South and to the East we find ...

New Youngestown!

 

A residential comunity with a sparce plunk of Industry that is extremely convinient to the Newark International Airport.

This interchange was constructed for Newyoungstown and is just east of the city. It is the 2nd and final exit for this stretch of roadway. North leads to Fireplace, South leads to highway 104. Technically this road is NOT a freeway as it spends most of its duration at-grade.

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Moving up north...

The Oconee Village!

A community silently sitting on the Oconee River far north of Newark where most of man's infastructure has not (yet) touched.

The final northern city in the Newark area, even further north than Fireplace. This small community has access to Highway 25 by crossing the Oconee River by the bridge shown here. Soon it will have access to Highway 130 upon its completion.

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While we move into Newark, Almightyneinabar might be pleased to know that in 

Gretna...

FIREWORKS FLY!!!

Overview of Gretna which is seated firmly upon the 101 Turnpike...

Gretna's expansion of its residential community...

...developes.

The development of Gretna matures within the inner Newark area...

Congratulations Almighty Nienabar!

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The next update will be divided upon Highway 504, Almighty Nienabar's Projects, and Newarks new Oil Rigs provided by Willg...

After which, Blue Hope will proceed into the NEW updating system.

See you soon.

[un1 41]

Nice... I'm so busy these days... I barely have time to do anything now!

[FlyingHat 0]

Hey kids! Look at what Uncle Hat was working on his spare time!

http://bluehopecityjournal.w00ty.com/newindex.html

[un1 41]

FlyingHat: Very nice!!!

[deathtopumpkins 43]

Yay! Thanks for the update! I wonder when Oconee Villgae will become more than a trailer park

Whoever's doing the scoring, I'd like a points update please. It's been quite a few pages, and I want to know how many points I have accumulated.

[un1 41]

That would be mapmaker! He hasn't been on for 3 days now...

[deathtopumpkins 43]

Well, it looks like I'll be waiting then...

So the new banner looks cool, but is that supposed to be all? The suspense is killing me!