Irhymer

The graphics are definitely amazing to start off. I like the name choice for the project too, named after the poems/oprah? Do you have any story ideas in mind yet? Because the name definitely inspires a musically based game to me. Very interested ;) - Jake

Hey Eclipse. As some of you know, I'm the lead designer on an Eclipse project called "Zephyr". (WIP Topic Here: [http://www.touchofdeathforums.com/smf2/index.php/topic,82024.0.html](http://www.touchofdeathforums.com/smf2/index.php/topic,82024.0.html)) These are examples of the original "retro" graphic style we used for the game:    But we've recently picked up on a more "chibi" style (created by skevsan) that we've fallen in love with:    So help us decide. Which of the two graphic styles would you prefer to see in the world of Zephyr? Vote above, and reply below with any reasons for your choice. ;) - Jake

@Domino_: > umm. I'v found bug, or just fly hack for moderators xD open map editor and jums, you will stay in the air. xD Honestly I like that, you can navigate the map more easily while mapping.

Found a bug: If you hold down the attack button, all of the animations start acting up. When you walk/run/jump you're stuck in the falling animation. And when you press attack, you're stuck in that animation while you walk/run (but is reset to falling if you jump). Not sure if it's been reported before, but thanks for reading. **EDIT: Ok, for some reason after I cleared the maps, this stopped happening.** - Jake

Well no, the neck was left out on purpose. I wanted a floating head effect, and it would bob when animated. Maybe I should have made more of a mock-up to show the style I was going for, because an "outside of the norm" sprite alone will of course come off weird to everyone..

Thanks guys, I'll see what I can do about the shading! @NamelessSoul: > Another recommendation would be an outline(To fit the style your going for) > What is that to the left of his head? That is how he looks on a mini-map or something related? > > About the grass… Well, it looks right with the small background and size it has been given, but I'm not sure if it will still look great on a big screen. Personal opinion. The outline was what I originally did, but I edited it without one for a different style, but we'll see what happens! The thing in the corner is actually a spirit partner kind of idea. Like a fairy that would follow you around, just random ideas while I try to think outside of the box haha The grass would have a lot more variations, like flowers, and trees of course. It's inspired by a game called Dino Run haha Thanks overall, I'll keep working (even though I've been working on something else all day XD) - Jake ;)

I was messing around, and this ended up being made. I want to keep messing with the style, but I feel like I need a push in the right direction. Any tips?  2x  - Jake

I'm in love with the graphics! You said you wouldn't make a game out of it? haha

Haven't found any new bugs after messing with it all day, but I'll keep checking! Sort of off topic, but how difficult would you say it'd be to copy the animation system for the player to NPC's?

Sorry for such a late reply, I've been away for so long… @Eckhart: > Grass tiles badly and your wood grain textures need work. Personally I don't like the dark blue swirls in your water either, I think it would look better and simpler if they were all light blue… [cut] Thank you for the tips, I'll mess around with the water for sure and different grass variations. @Symphony: > It's really awesome. It feels right, smooth, simple, retro, all that great stuff. > My only advice is less contrast… [cut] Thank you, I will try adding contrast to the tiles you mentioned! @Kreator: > Please don't use transitions. Your originals looked better, and I understand and favour the style. Thanks Kreator (and everyone else who agrees). I soon scrapped the lazy transition I did after sharing it, I'm sticking to the original style I intended. Thanks for the support!

Love the art style, I've been a fan since I last saw it. Looking forward to more as well, keep it up man!

Looking good, I remember when you first showed me your sprites for this concept! Oh & long time no see, I thought I was over it too, but I find myself back here again haha

Thanks you all, here's the character base fully animated: 

@Aeri: > Much nicer! It looked a little lazy before, now it looks good. Not too over the top, but not too simple. @Baron: > thats a ton better. I agree with Aeri's comment. it looked a bit lazy before, but that change seems to fix it right up. Thanks, feel much better now! Onto the houses I suppose. :cheesy:

Ok, calm down guys lol I tried this, what do you guys think? 

@Fuu: > lolwut What don't you understand? I want the tiles to look square and straight cut.. ex.  @Jungle: > I like the style. Try making the water lighter to contrast the grass more. Thanks, I'll try that out.

@LegendWeaver: > Transitions for the tile set please lol. I purposely didn't use transitions for the style I'm going for lol –- Chest:  Doors:  Random Placement (Test):  Next Houses?

For the past week, I picked back up on a pixel art style I started making months ago. I'll be sharing what I've done here for the un-named project that I'm personally working on.   More Coming Soon ;) -Jake

Haha there's always a possibility, but won't dedicate to one without some real motivation at the moment ;)

@Zesh: > This :cheesy: Let's make a Naruto game, all of us together! :P haha I was trying for 3 or 4 years now. This was probably the 12th attempt :P

NOT A PROJECT, JUST OLD STUFF I FOUND ON MY COMPUTER WHILE CLEANING UP ;)     The base was built around the breeze revamp with more long bodies and less stubby limbs for weapons. Yup. - Jake

@SuperSake: > Turned your sprite sideways, colored it orange, and removed the head. > [](http://www.freemmorpgmaker.com/files/imagehost/#a3b7ed902d3076ff4e6cc2698a563b82.png) hahaha, perfect

@SuperSake: > Looks like a fish with arms and a head. Thanks, that's exactly what I was going for!


Wooh! I'm probably really late, but I've been away forever & kinda too excited to test this out to even read the last few pages. Will be testing the engine out Miguu, later! OH: & AmSamurai long time no see man! We need to catch up bro!