Nick13 BATs

[T Wrecks 10,209]

Is that thing in the top right corner of the picture an integral part of the building, or will you export it separately as a prop? As a matter of fact, I would advise to go with the latter option - less LOD complications, possibly faster export, and more flexibility when making the lots.

That being said, I should add that I really like what you're doing here. You seem to have a knack for night lighting!

[nick13 194]

Thanks T Wrecks for the compliment

I was going to Export it as one thing but, now I think i'm going to make that along with the menu a prop. I'm still have very limited knowledge about LODs and I have some questions about them so I can finally get the KFC off my plate.

1. To create the LOD do I just need to click on the LOD3 button then LODs 4&5 button?
   
2. How do I make the LOD bigger to cover my building?
   
3. Do I need the Hi res geo button?
   

Now on to Gmax.

Instead of making a paragraph description of my problem I just made a video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5P4RGrjtiE&feature=channel_video_title

link for better quality

If you can see the error text here they are in order:

1. -- Runtime error: fileIn: can't opem file - "C:\gmax\"
   
2. Script error while executing: Open TB2MainUI().
   

Thanks for any help the sooner I get this sorted out the soon You all will have the KFC

[SimFox 802]

You need to reinstall BAT.

Somehow your installation got corrupted and now missing some of the script files that make up the BAT.

[nick13 194]

You need to reinstall BAT.

Somehow your installation got corrupted and now missing some of the script files that make up the BAT.

Do you know exactly where the file is so I can delete it? I searched for it but there was no results.

[Aaron Graham 4,417]

to remove BAT the file is located at C:\gmax\gamepacks\BAT , be careful do not delete the Scene folder if you have saved scenes in BAT.

  Edited September 16, 2011 by Aaron Graham  

[nick13 194]

Thanks for the help Simfox and Aaron! It worked and I can move on.

I'll have a relatively large update on the Starbucks in a few hours

Also, can someone give me clarification on the fist part of step seven in the export tutorial where I need to select target model? what am I looking for and how do I get it?

  Edited September 18, 2011 by nick13  

[Aaron Graham 4,417]

The target model should be in the plugins folder. What are you looking for, you looking for the plugins folder and if your exporting you are suppost to be looking for the SC4 model file of your building, that's if you have exported the LODs using BAT, remember the BAT file must not have any space if you are using it to export in 3ds Max.

[nick13 194]

The target model should be in the plugins folder. What are you looking for, you looking for the plugins folder and if your exporting you are suppost to be looking for the SC4 model file of your building, that's if you have exported the LODs using BAT, remember the BAT file must not have any space if you are using it to export in 3ds Max.

So I exported the LODs from BAT as a gmax file like the tutorial says but I cant find it in my plugins folder. A'm I looking for the gmax file in my plugins folder or something else?

  Edited September 19, 2011 by nick13  

[Aaron Graham 4,417]

You are looking for a .SC4Model file not a Gmax/BAT file.

[gutterclub 2,729]

You also need to export in BAT once you import the LODS, the LODS will have been exported a 3DS max file, not gmax. Also make sure you aren't launching GMAX as the GMAX application doesn't have any exporting tools.

[SimFox 802]

Can you point me to the part in the tutorial that instructs to export "LODs from BAT as a gmax file". Either we're looking at two very different tutorials or I don't even know what to think...

All you need to do is to follow instructions. And remember that words were chosen carefully there. Not just whatever first comes to mind. If you will have same attitude, you shouldn't have any problem. Remember every word is meaningful! So when it says SC4Model file that is EXACTLY what it means! It's not just me being nasty. It is the very basics! If you wouldn't be able to follow such a logic you'll constantly lost. And any further explanation would run great risk to fall in a same hole, so to speak. People would say you what to do, you wouldn't care about words and vicious circle would start all over. Again.

[nick13 194]

You are looking for a .SC4Model file not a Gmax/BAT file.

would it say for example "KFC.SC4Model file" in my plugins because if it does I dont see it. Would it look like the other files in there?

Can you point me to the part in the tutorial that instructs to export "LODs from BAT as a gmax file". Either we're looking at two very different tutorials or I don't even know what to think...

All you need to do is to follow instructions. And remember that words were chosen carefully there. Not just whatever first comes to mind. If you will have same attitude, you shouldn't have any problem. Remember every word is meaningful! So when it says SC4Model file that is EXACTLY what it means! It's not just me being nasty. It is the very basics! If you wouldn't be able to follow such a logic you'll constantly lost. And any further explanation would run great risk to fall in a same hole, so to speak. People would say you what to do, you wouldn't care about words and vicious circle would start all over. Again.

I kinda got confused in your post but this is the step I was talking about

Make a selection. Done that, press Export button. You’ll be asked to save the GMAX file. Do that and give it appropriate name so you could easily identify your coming SC4Model file later in 3ds Max.

So then after I do this where would my SC4Model file be?

please be patient with me i'm not a very quick learner.

[kellydale2003 2,276]

WOW!!! Nick you cease to amaze me!!

This is quite amazing, I didn't think you'd be this good in such a small amount of time!

Glad to have you join the Toronto BAT Team my friend!

Pick your first Toronto BAT... If you have some difficulty or need reference, just tell me and I could point you in the right direction for your first TBT creation!

, KD

[nick13 194]

I have to say you have came a long way, Keep it up.

I remember seeing one of your tutorials were can I find it??

Thanks! this post is a few days old and I didn't see the question until today soo here is the link to my channelthe tutorial is there and future ones will be there too

WOW!!! Nick you cease to amaze me!!

This is quite amazing, I didn't think you'd be this good in such a small amount of time!

Glad to have you join the Toronto BAT Team my friend!

Pick your first Toronto BAT... If you have some difficulty or need reference, just tell me and I could point you in the right direction for your first TBT creation!

, KD

Thanks! That really means a lot. I would probably not even be a bater if you didn't start the Toronto bat team.

So I had some free time last weekend since it was raining to do so work. The Starbucks I think is almost finished just needs night lighting. Also since I stayed home sick today I got some more time to BAT.

It's not much yet, but it's something

I figured out how to get my SC4Model file into 3ds max but after I tried to day export a message came up saying "--NO ""flush"" function for undefined" is that normal?

[Aaron Graham 4,417]

I figured out how to get my SC4Model file into 3ds max but after I tried to day export a message came up saying "--NO ""flush"" function for undefined" is that normal?

I'm so sorry I can't help you on that, I never had that problem.

Your new building looks good I have to say, you can really play a role in the Surban Team.

[IDS2 3,346]

Wow nice Safeway! I really like Safeway, I wish I had some by me. I really like the way those timbers look (I don't know what else to call them, those beams above the doorways)

[Kifflom112 355]

Damn! I say that is one good looking Safeway and I will be sure to use it everywhere! One thing, are you going to release KFC, Starbucks, and possibly Safeway in one pack? I love them. I'd recommend SC4jeeks' parking lots on the Safeway though.

  Edited September 22, 2011 by Zulu2065  

[nick13 194]

I figured out how to get my SC4Model file into 3ds max but after I tried to day export a message came up saying "--NO ""flush"" function for undefined" is that normal?

I'm so sorry I can't help you on that, I never had that problem.

Your new building looks good I have to say, you can really play a role in the Surban Team.

It's alright we'll all float on I really would like to be apart of it.

Wow nice Safeway! I really like Safeway, I wish I had some by me. I really like the way those timbers look (I don't know what else to call them, those beams above the doorways)

Lol me to I think they are my favorite part

Damn! I say that is one good looking Safeway and I will be sure to use it everywhere! One thing, are you going to release KFC, Starbucks, and possibly Safeway in one pack? I love them. I'd recommend SC4jeeks' parking lots on the Safeway though.

Thanks! they are everywhere where I a'm. I can like drive to 3 different ones in ten minutes. Probably not, my Knowledge of those type of this is pretty limited currently. All of my BATs will have a nice custom made lot. I hate when great BATs are ruined by ugly maxis props and textures

[Kifflom112 355]

How's it going?

[nick13 194]

Hello to everyone! I have not updated recently but don't worry work is getting done, slowly.......

After a month and a half of progress on the KFC (my first ever BAT) i'm proud to say It's 100% finished and I look forward to uploading it tomorrow or Sunday. Thanks everyone for the help.

Final look:

-Nick

  Edited October 1, 2011 by nick13  

[Kifflom112 355]

Whoa! You build some nice looking cities. The KFC lot looks good, it would look better on a regular avenue or an avenue that has sidewalks not too far from the road, but this is impressive. No criticism on the BAT or lot and I can't wait to use it. I just can't wait to see how Safeway and Starbucks will be going too.

  Edited October 1, 2011 by Zulu2065  

[jayo 44]

Nice! I like the how simple the LOT it is. This is going to be very useful.

[Aaron Graham 4,417]

I think, i looks great, but I also think the parking lot/ lot needs to be a bit larger.

https://www.simtropolis.com/forum/files/file/17325-blam-taco-bell/

https://www.simtropolis.com/forum/files/file/4438-chickfila/

And I think you have forgot something, yes, a KFC Sign.

Click

[Kifflom112 355]

Hmm, I usually like the PEG parking lots, but they do not look that good on this lot, more realistic parking lots need to be used on this lot. I'm sorry, but PEG parking lots will just downgrade this lot, you should just make it bigger an leave it at that, because if you make a drive thru with the, I have to be honest it will look kind of dumb, you should just keep the simple LOT you have and maybe make it larger.

  Edited October 1, 2011 by Zulu2065  

[nick13 194]

Nice! I like the how simple the LOT it is. This is going to be very useful.

Thanks i'm glad you like it

I think, i looks great, but I also think the parking lot/ lot needs to be a bit larger.

https://www.simtropolis.com/forum/files/file/17325-blam-taco-bell/

https://www.simtropolis.com/forum/files/file/4438-chickfila/

And I think you have forgot something, yes, a KFC Sign.

Click

oh yeah how could I forget. I'll make three signs a small sign, a tallish sign, and a tall highway sign on a bigger lot

Hmm, I usually like the PEG parking lots, but they do not look that good on this lot, more realistic parking lots need to be used on this lot. I'm sorry, but PEG parking lots will just downgrade this lot, you should just make it bigger an leave it at that, because if you make a drive thru with the, I have to be honest it will look kind of dumb, you should just keep the simple LOT you have and maybe make it larger.

You kinda confused me lol but i'll just go off you final sentence.

To address the "basic lot" recently about three years worth of downloads from various simcity cites was accidentally deleted. I had to download some stuff really quick to make the pictures look more realistic. Also I know that if I get really creative on a lot the dependency list will add up really quickly.

[Utvaw 45]

I think the lot textures are fine, but yeah I'd make the lot a bit bigger, pretty tight squeeze for those cars trying to park, especially with a drive thru on the building.

[nick13 194]

Update ^^^

[Ceafus 88 1,794]

I like this update, I say its ready to release

[Kifflom112 355]

Where is the update, but what I was saying I love the lot you had, and I did not want PEG lots to ruin it, which are the lots used on BLAM Taco Bell, but then relized he was pointing a out how big he wanted it, not what parking you should use, sorry.

  Edited October 1, 2011 by Zulu2065  

[Girafe 1,729]

For a first BAT, you show us really good skills.

And the LOT is excellent too, not an easy job but these one's are well done