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Map Making

A divine science discipline how to make a better maps!

Heroes 4 Restoration of Axeoth Project Update
The Heroes 4 Restoration of Axeoth project has had a lot of movement lately. Here’s a list of some of what we’ve been up to. Make sure you read until the end for a surprise discovery!
- New team member: ByteBandit!
- Heroes IV Chronicles
- H3->H4 conversion feature
- Unity update
- Every Dog Has His Day
- Something special, super secret, just recently uncovered by Jonny!
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Part 2 Michael Wolf (Level Designer) on Heroes of Might and Magic 3 The Forge, HoTA and more.

Part 2 Michael Wolf (Level Designer) on Heroes of Might and Magic 3 The Forge, HoTA and more.

So, after staying up until 4 AM editing this video, it is finally ready for your viewing!

Since, like I mentioned, I stayed up until 4
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Michael Wolf (Level Designer) on Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Map Making, Part 1

Michael Wolf (Level Designer) on Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Map Making, Part 1

Guys, girls and dinosaurs, it's HeroofPunk (and I really wish I could go by another alias by now..) I present to you, Michael Wolf!

Michael Wolf brought us maps such as "Twins", "Heroes of Might, Not Magic" and the "Secret Campaign" from Armageddon's Blade which brought us a good play, but also some good laughs.

So, Tim Lang (our interview with him can be found
Heroes3WoG.net - Map Contest

On heroes3wog.net they are organizing map contest. If you enjoy making Heroes3 maps, either classical H3C or HoTA, why not to participate in?

The contest will run till the end of May (31.5. at 12:00). All submitted maps must be in english langugage. Only S
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Improving HoMM4 AI
I guess for anyone who likes “Heroes of Might and Magic IV” its AI is a sore point. And I believe for many, this is the only major complaint about this game. Indeed, adventure AI in Heroes 4 is weak, to say the least. The reason is well-known, the publisher that had grave financial problems, was not able to give enough time and resourses to complete the game *.

However, with advanced map editor, community mapmakers managed to "aid" AI, to make game more challenging. Mostly it is done by supplying AI with additional...
Scripting Guide

The advanced features of the Heroes IV map editor can be a bit daunting, considering the lack of proper documentation. Fortunately, it's surprisingly easy to find some help with scripting, especially at the Round Table's Mapmaking Guild. But if you are looking for a good reference to help you get started, you need to take a look at Thelonious' new guide, The Basics of Scripting. He lists all the scripts found in the editor, describes what they do and how you can use them in your map,
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On the Aesthetics of the Adventure Map

While there are several great articles on mapmaking available at MapHaven and Celestial Heavens, a recent discussion at the Round Table prompted me to think further about one aspect of mapmaking – the aesthetics.

The purpose of this topic is to share my experience and get some feedback from other authors and players alike.

It is said a picture is worth a
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The Art of Map Making

Heroes of Might and Magic V

The Basics of Heroes V Scripting, by Pitsu

A pdf file that describes the structure of script file. Teaches how to make functions and threads, what type of variables are there and how to trigger functions properly. A separate part is only about syntax. Finally, it includes also a few tips for

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Maranthea's Map Making Tips

In talking with Maranthea, she has given us some tips that she uses to make those superb maps that we have all played and thoroughly enjoyed.

Map making, as you probably know is a painstaking process. This is what we do: Create a concept. Come up with a story line, a few ideas as to what you want and don't want on the map. Next: Lay terrain in an interesting way, trying to use color and shape concepts to make them different and interesting.

Once done go through with the little

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Mapmaking Methodology

The Methodology of Heroes of Might and Magic IV Mapmaking

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School of Quality Mapmaking (1)

Kristo's School of Quality Mapmaking

I originally wrote this school for use on my Heroes II page, and some very good maps came out of it. Unfortunately, the quality of some Heroes III maps has been lacking in my eyes, so I think it's necessary to adapt it for Heroes III. Please feel free to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it....

The Map Maker's Checklist

by Jenn

Old Man

First of all, why are you writing a map? Get this clear in your head and it will help. No use to write it for yourself, by the time you have finished with it, you will be sick of the sight of it. I wrote mine because I felt

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Mapmaker as Entertainer

Behind the Curtain: Mapmaker as Entertainer

by Charles Watkins

Introduction

Finishing a map is an emotional moment. For players, it is a sweet moment of triumph as final cutscreen plays across the

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Re: Heroes Music
Once per time there's a new one. Like this some days ago ;)
HoMM IV: Hope
Which every player of H4 must have got under skin.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ay6il97Wn34

Re: Heroes of Might...
Interesting news. If his offer of 700ETH is still valid, the current exchange rate would make the Heroes of Might & Magic III ORIGINAL MASTER RECORDINGS...

Re: Mininews
Two weeks into Early Access: Development update and a few tips!
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/867210/view/3299462255005122527
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Part 2 Michael Wolf (Level Designer) on Heroes of Might and Magic 3 The Forge, HoTA and more.

Michael Wolf (Level Designer) on Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Map Making, Part 1

The Art of Map Making

Heroes of Might and Magic V

The Methodology of Heroes of Might and Magic IV Mapmaking

Kristo's School of Quality Mapmaking

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Behind the Curtain: Mapmaker as Entertainer

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