Classic Model, New Lot (S3-18-C)

[ST Challenges 113]

Classic Model, New Lot
Create a new Lot for a previously released BAT 
Season 3 - Challenge #18 - Custom Content (31 days)

Results Announced Here!

Thanks to @philforhockey51 for the challenge idea.

 

Throughout the years of SC4 content, thousands of wide and wonderful BATs have made the light of day. On the various exchanges, they've come in all shapes and sizes, and continue to do so. Real world buildings and structures, or generic/fantasy variations. One thing in common with all, is that to be functional in the game, a model requires a lot. Whether growable or ploppable, it's the lot which lays the foundations and provides the canvas for accompanying details: A university with its grounds, a shopping centre with a car park, or an industrial unit with stock and supplies -- just to name a few. All these details serve to enhance the authenticity, and without them, the model can only stand alone.

For this challenge, we'd like you to select any previously released model (BAT), and showcase it with a brand new lot.

Sometimes a BAT can be technically brilliant, with the modelling, night lighting and textures, etc. However, the actual lot may not always live up to the same standard. That's where you come in!

Perhaps you feel you could add additional details or refinements, bringing it more to life. Today with new props & textures, along with knowledge gained through the community, there may be a wider range of options available to achieve the desired result.

Of course, the obvious tool of choice would be the Lot Editor by Maxis. However, an alternative would be to use the PIM-X, which includes its own advanced editor for creating lots. This can be downloaded from the LEX, and there's also a user guide linked in the description. As usual with a lotting challenge, the choice is yours. There are numerous ways to go about it, and it's really what you feel most comfortable with using.

Once completed, a screenshot should be taken showing the Lot built in the game. Daytime is preferable for this, unless your Lot contains dominant night lighting effects that you'd like to present.

Please Note: As per site policy on sharing content, the actual upload containing the model must be linked as a dependency, not bundled with your submission!

 

Specifications

• The Lot can be of any type, size or style (even different than what the model was originally intended for).
• The chosen model is the centrepiece of the Lot.
• Dependencies (props / textures) are highly recommended to enhance the detail.
• Any number of dependencies can be used, which are available to download from a public exchange (e.g. STEX, LEX).

 

This is a  Custom Content  challenge running for 31 days.

 

Requirements

To qualify for entry, please ensure your entry complies with the following requirements:
 

1. This challenge is only open to SimCity 4 Deluxe / Rush Hour.
    
2. Your submitted Lot must be an original piece of content (created by yourself), and not previously released on the STEX or other public exchange.
    
3. The Lot visibly incorporates at least one rendered model (BAT), which as of 1st November 2016, is available to download on the STEX or other public exchange.
    
4. The chosen model is linked in the description as a dependency.
    
5. Only a single, standalone Lot is submitted.
    
6. The Lot is created using the Lot Editor or SC4 PIM (X-Tool).
    
7. The Lot functions in game (i.e. it works!)

 

Leaderboard Rankings  

A new leaderboard system is currently running for this season. This has been designed to incorporate all challenges, linking with each set of results.

Each place in a challenge has points on offer -- the higher you finish, the more points you gain. Then at the end of the season, prizes will be given out to the top 10 in the final standings, with the winner being crowned the Grand Champion! 

This  Custom Content  challenge is eligible for the "Overall" and "Monthly & Custom Content" leaderboards.

 

Full details and the current standings can be viewed in the following topic:

 

The winners will be the top 3 ranked images. Reputation prizes will be awarded based on the number of entries, and the overall average rating. See this topic for more info.

As usual for this  Custom Content  challenge, rep prizes will be distributed slightly differently. The top 5 placed entries will earn reputation, along with points for the "Overall" and "Monthly & Custom Content" leaderboards. As this is a longer challenge, the amount of rep and points will be greater (depending on the number of entries).

After the challenge has concluded and the winners announced, all submissions will be made available for the community to enjoy.

 

Please post below if you have any questions.

Should be an interesting challenge, good luck to those who give this a go!

 

[raynev1 1,886]

This should be rather interesting , to see something previously released refurbished into a new gem . I might even give it a try , who knows ?

[raynev1 1,886]

      I don't mean to be a bother , but I don't know if my submission has been accepted or not . Or if I had submitted more than once . If it was more than once , I'm sorry . If it hasn't been submitted at all , please let me know . I think my batteries in my keyboard and mouse may be getting low . I noticed my typing has been a little dyslexic lately .          

[Cyclone Boom 16,875]

Hi raynev1,

Yeah, doesn't look like it got through, as I can't find trace of an upload in either category. Submissions should all be publicly visible, so if you can't see anything afterwards, chances are it unfortunately didn't work (most probably due to a server hiccup).

Feel free to give it another go when you're ready. Still plenty of time.

EDIT: Got your image in the Gallery now.

  Edited November 21, 2016 by Cyclone Boom  

[ST Challenges 113]

VOTING NOW OPEN!
Please visit the challenge album to cast your votes!

Voting will be open for 12 days.

Voting Rules

1. Votes may be cast by rating images inside the album. Each image represents the actual item of content.
2. Although not required, we recommend trying each item of content before voting. For this, please see the download link in each description.
3. You may rate all entries once at any rating value (1-5). All votes are anonymous.
4. We encourage you not to rate your own entry.
5. Try to vote on all other entries, as this will help ensure the results are evenly distributed.

 

Suggested Voting Criteria

Here are some ideas to help you evaluate each entry when voting:

• How well do the lotting techniques add detail to complement the chosen model?
• The extent that the added props/textures improve the overall aesthetics.
• The amount of detail in the lotting.
• Is empty space used effectively for the lot's purpose?
• Is the model visibly the centrepiece of the lot?

 

[ST Challenges 113]

VOTING CLOSED!

Results to follow before the weekend.

[ST Challenges 113]

Results Announcement

Classic Model, New Lot
Create a new Lot for a previously released BAT 
Season 3 - Challenge #18 - Custom Content (31 days)

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 1st Place 

56  Rep
26  Bonus Points
54  TOTAL Points

A palace planted in the paradise park...
 

Spoiler

Palacio Cristal Redone – nos.17

"Original models by Ripptide."

Click here to view the actual upload.
Click here to view the album entry.

 

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 2nd Place 

34  Rep
15  Bonus Points
36  TOTAL Points

Open following lengthy redevelopment...
 

Spoiler

SM2 Central Train Station – Simmer2

"A while ago I made a promise to someone. The remake of a famous SC4 station originally designed with standard Maxis rails."

I promised that I would re-do this wonderful station with RRW in mind and now it is a reality. With a few additions of course

Click here to view the actual upload.
Click here to view the album entry.

 

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 3rd Place 

25  Rep
11  Bonus Points
25  TOTAL Points

Experience the perfect shopping experience at the revamped...
 

Spoiler

KOSC SG Large Shopping Center Relot – kingofsimcity

"A large Southern California styled strip mall for your shopping pleasure. Features plenty of roomy parking blocks so your Sims don't have to spend 20 years trying to back out of a parking space anymore."

Click here to view the actual upload.
Click here to view the album entry.

 

Congratulations to the top 3!
 

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The remaining entries (4th to 5th) are ranked as follows...

 

Spoiler

 4th Place 

17  Rep
8  Bonus Points
15  TOTAL Points

Ikea Superstore BSC ReLot – raynev1

Click here to view the actual upload.
Click here to view the album entry.

 

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 5th Place 

8  Rep
2  Bonus Points
10  TOTAL Points

Sears (Willis) Tower Relot – RandyE

Click here to view the actual upload.
Click here to view the album entry.

 

 

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The rep prizes have been awarded, with the top 3 images to be placed in the Hall of Fame.

All uploads will be moved into the main STEX categories for the enjoyment of the community.

As this was a  Custom Content  challenge, points will count towards the Monthly and Custom Content Leaderboard, along with the Global Leaderboard.