The Myth III team's fisj posted at Vista's Myth Editing Forum, in response to a question on how current Myth mapmakers should prepare for Wolf Age editing. His response is worth reading by Myth players in general, as it throws a bit more light on the capabilities of the Myth III engine.
Check it out here.
That's right, get your modem ready to do some more downloading! We'll be playing these fine maps this Friday, February 2 @ 6:30 PST:
Post a message in the forum if you're coming!
Gamer's Alliance Strategy had a word with Scott Campbell, Myth III's lead designer, about the upcoming prequel to the series we all know and love. Wondering how far along Myth III is in development? Here you go:
As Jinn's self imposed 'Before Oni' deadline looms, rumors of mass suicide deep in Vistan headquarters have started to trickle out, provoking speculation thoughout the community. Attempts to penetrate base defenses have been ruthlessly repulsed, and more alarmingly, prodding El Bastard with a stick on RHL produced no immediate response. We'll have more on this shocking development as soon as I line up more crack for my pipe...
The Tavern is currently holding an art and story contest. Read the stories, look at the art, and then vote for your favorites in the poll area. So visit The Tavern, kick up your feet, have a few drinks and see what all the fuss is about! The winners will be announced February 15th.
I'm rallying up a group of Mythers to play some 3rd party maps for Myth II this Friday, January 26 @ 6:30 PST. 3rd Party Night is an opportunity to try out some of the lesser-played 3rd party maps.
Here are the maps that we'll be playing:
SiliconDream reports that the Myth Story chat went relatively well, with occasional disturbances by a few unruly members. Next time we may have another chat-nanny or two on hand to reduce distractions. David Bricker and Rolf have both provided copies of the chat, granting viewers a choice between plain text and HTML. Thanks guys! And thanks to all who participated, either as teachers or students.