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    That fog is, frankly, pretty fantastic.

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    As Diamond say : the fog is really impressive... it gives a whole other level to the map ! Congratulations

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bogie View Post
    Amazing work.
    Quote Originally Posted by Diamond View Post
    That fog is, frankly, pretty fantastic.
    Quote Originally Posted by - JO - View Post
    As Diamond say : the fog is really impressive... it gives a whole other level to the map ! Congratulations
    Thanks a bunch! Glad you enjoy it.

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    Question Variants

    Let's have a bit of fun.

    I'm curious to see which one each of you pick.

    Which variant calls to you the most:

    1. The Original Variant.
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    2. Dark Variant.
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    3. High/Low Variant.
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    I was looking at all three and I thought why not add a fourth option that combines some aspects.
    4. Moody Variant
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    In the comments let me know which variant do you think I should flesh out as my main going forward
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    I like the original the best, BUT I like the dark version too, much more than I thought I would by just looking at the thumbnail.

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    Very good map XCali. Of the 4 version I like more the 3°. It seems to me like a real mountain scenario, when the day is cloudy and some of the valley suddenly receive sunlight.

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    All are really good just different, if I have to pick favorite, #3 the High Low variant.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Diamond View Post
    I like the original the best, BUT I like the dark version too, much more than I thought I would by just looking at the thumbnail.
    It is quite interesting isn't it, looking at the different versions side by side. I like the sun breaking through on the darker version.

    Quote Originally Posted by Simkin View Post
    Very good map XCali. Of the 4 version I like more the 3°. It seems to me like a real mountain scenario, when the day is cloudy and some of the valley suddenly receive sunlight.
    Agreed, it does have that effect, though I think adding a darker part will make it pop more alongside it.

    Quote Originally Posted by Bogie View Post
    All are really good just different, if I have to pick favorite, #3 the High Low variant.
    True true, each have something. I am thinking of going fully combined, plus number 3 as well.

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    Okay! So after long thinking about it. It's going to be a combination of all the 3 major versions.

    Dark, sunbreak, and normal.
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    Blended the versions, blended the border text better. Added the "Boneyard" east of Rots'oord. Added the "Hauntlight Spires" North West of Veilwatch.

    Let me know what you all think about the new combined version.
    Last edited by XCali; 04-14-2024 at 12:49 PM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by XCali View Post
    Okay! So after long thinking about it. It's going to be a combination of all the 3 major versions.

    Dark, sunbreak, and normal.
    Click image for larger version. 

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ID:	137409

    Blended the versions, blended the border text better. Added the "Boneyard" east of Rots'oord. Added the "Hauntlight Spires" North West of Veilwatch.

    Let me know what you all think about the new combined version.
    I think it looks great! My only comment is that some of the small labels (e.g. giant's foot) are quite hard to see. Perhaps make them have a more contrasting color.

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