[center][b]This thread is for questions and discussion only. If you would like to submit an entry, please post to the [url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?board=skin&id=1239939&p=mb]Rockbreaker's Ceremony Submission Thread.[/url] Thank you![/b][/center]
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The second annual Rockbreaker's Ceremony will begin November 23rd and we're running a [url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?p=skins]skin & accent design contest in celebration. The contest is for earth-themed skins & accents[/url] that will drop in the coliseum and stock in the treasure marketplace only during this holiday week (after which they will be retired.)
[indent][b]Theme: [/b]The Earth Flight and Dragonhome
[b]Deadline: [/b] Thursday November 20th, 2014 23:59 server time
[b]Format: [/b]350x350 png (png24)
[b]Prizes: [/b]Winners will be credited in the tooltip of the skin, and will receive a copy of their winning skin, 1,500 gems, a forum vista and a 5-skin multi-copy-pack so they can craft more beautiful custom skin creations.[/indent]
[center][img]https://flightrising.com/images/layout/gem_pile.png[/img] [img]https://flightrising.com/images/cms/trinket/626.png[/img][/center]
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[center][size=5][b]Restrictions:[/b][/size][/center]
Entries must be your own creation (Submit your own art. No copyrighted characters). The use of texture is discouraged. Please do not watermark your contest submissions. Winning entries will become an official flight rising skin or accent, and may not be reused or reuploaded as a custom skin at a later date. Entries that are not selected will still be eligible for being uploaded by the user as a custom skin or accent.
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[center][size=5][b]Skin & Accent Rules & Reminders:[/b][/size][/center]
A reminder to read the [url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?p=skins]skin & accent creation rules[/url]. All entries must abide by these. [b]The exception and addition to the existing rules is that we are are requiring all [i]holiday contest accents[/i] cover a minimum of 5% of the dragon, and a maximum of 50%[/b] (this is a change from the custom accent rules, which state an accent may be 1%-30% - this rule still holds true for all non-contest accents.) Accents are recommended to be markings rather than apparel, which is provided through the festive favors shop. Here some additional reminders for skin rules:
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[*]Skins must maintain an intact shadow and line art layer that are darker than the colors they sit on top of.
[LIST][*]Do not erase into either of these layers.
[*]Do not make them so light that they do not appear distinctly darker than the colors that they rest on top of.[/LIST]
[*]Remember that skins and accents may not cover up line art or extend beyond the silouette of the dragon.
[*]All submissions must be 350x350 png24 with transparency. Large previews are fine, but we need the correctly sized image for judging.
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[center][size=5][b]How to Enter:[/b][/size][/center]
Stop on by [url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?p=skins]our custom skins page and download a PSD[/url]. Use these templates (and helpful tutorials) to assist you in creating your homage to the Earth Flight. To enter,[b] post a reply containing your entry[/b] in this thread. You [b]may enter up to 2 times[/b]. Please edit your original post and house your entries within the same reply to keep things tidy. Please [b]no post reservations[/b] (posting a claim slot without an entry. Reserve posts without an entry inside will be deleted.)
[center]We look forward to seeing what you create![/center]
[center][img]http://flightrising.com/dropbox/earth_contest.png[/img][/center]
Theme: The Earth Flight and Dragonhome Deadline: Thursday November 20th, 2014 23:59 server time Format: 350x350 png (png24) Prizes: Winners will be credited in the tooltip of the skin, and will receive a copy of their winning skin, 1,500 gems, a forum vista and a 5-skin multi-copy-pack so they can craft more beautiful custom skin creations.
Restrictions:
Entries must be your own creation (Submit your own art. No copyrighted characters). The use of texture is discouraged. Please do not watermark your contest submissions. Winning entries will become an official flight rising skin or accent, and may not be reused or reuploaded as a custom skin at a later date. Entries that are not selected will still be eligible for being uploaded by the user as a custom skin or accent.
Skin & Accent Rules & Reminders:
A reminder to read the skin & accent creation rules. All entries must abide by these. The exception and addition to the existing rules is that we are are requiring all holiday contest accents cover a minimum of 5% of the dragon, and a maximum of 50% (this is a change from the custom accent rules, which state an accent may be 1%-30% - this rule still holds true for all non-contest accents.) Accents are recommended to be markings rather than apparel, which is provided through the festive favors shop. Here some additional reminders for skin rules:
Skins must maintain an intact shadow and line art layer that are darker than the colors they sit on top of.
Do not erase into either of these layers.
Do not make them so light that they do not appear distinctly darker than the colors that they rest on top of.
Remember that skins and accents may not cover up line art or extend beyond the silouette of the dragon.
All submissions must be 350x350 png24 with transparency. Large previews are fine, but we need the correctly sized image for judging.
How to Enter:
Stop on by our custom skins page and download a PSD. Use these templates (and helpful tutorials) to assist you in creating your homage to the Earth Flight. To enter, post a reply containing your entry in this thread. You may enter up to 2 times. Please edit your original post and house your entries within the same reply to keep things tidy. Please no post reservations (posting a claim slot without an entry. Reserve posts without an entry inside will be deleted.)
We look forward to seeing what you create!
@Raikdow Wow, we are already off to a great start! I especially like the Fae.
@Raikdow Wow, we are already off to a great start! I especially like the Fae.
Whoohoo! Good luck everyone! I'm looking forward to seeing what beautiful skins and accents we get this month
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[center][img]http://flightrising.com/dropbox/earth_contest2.png[/img][/center]
For you skin makers that are wondering, hey what can I do with dirt anyway? Well I say, what can't you do with dirt! Here are some random earthy items from the site that you can pull inspiration from. But don't limit yourself to just this for ideas, there is a whole world of inspiration!
[item=Perfect Skipping Stone][item=Smooth Pebbles][item=Traprock][item=Dark Basalt][item=Clay][item=Obsidian][item=Copper Ore][item=Nickel Ore][item=Lead Ore][item=Gravel][item=Salt][item=Sand][item=intact clay relief][item=Rosy Gypsum][item=Infused Crystal][item=Blue Quartz][item=Crystal Quartz][item=Rose Quartz][item=Smoky Quartz][item=Banded Sardonyx][item=Jade][item=Jasper][item=Labradorite][item=Silver Ore][item=Gold Ore][item=Platinum Ore][item=Depleted Sacridite][item=Impure Sacridite][item=Sacridite][item=Granite Fragment][item=Small Chunk of Granite][item=Small Block of Granite][item=Hematite][item=Banded Ironstone][item=Banded Olivine][item=ice crystal][item=sand][item=broken clay pot][item=trilobite fossil][item=fossilized fish][item=sea scorpion fossil][item=aviar cave painting]
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[center][item=earth runestone][item=heavy earthshaker idol][/center]
[center][img]http://www1.flightrising.com/static/map/icons/earth_0.png[/img]
[b]The Shattered Plain[/b][/center]
A rocky, barren expanse of skittering stone and parched, packed dirt lined and featured with innumerable cracks. It is amongst the larger rocks that the dragons here choose to roost, away from the shards of dancing stone. The difficult labour required to dig and sustain a lair in the Plain is the worst of the area's challenges, however, making it an ideal training ground for those intending to carve a living in the more dangerous parts of ancient Dragonhome.
[center][img]http://www1.flightrising.com/static/map/icons/earth_1.png[/img]
[b]Greatwyrm's Breach[/b][/center]
The mighty break in the eggshell-shaped mountain range surrounding the Pillar, named for its visual allusion to the hatching of a new-born dragon. It is said that the gorge reaching westward towards the sea housed the first clans, and the intricate series of networked caverns that dot it support this claim. A storied realm for dragonkind, many of the old lairs here are known for their murals and cave-paintings telling of the ancient feats performed by the Elemental Gods in the shaping of the world.
[center][img]http://www1.flightrising.com/static/map/icons/earth_2.png[/img]
[b]Cairnstone Rest[/b][/center]
Once an ancient burial ground, the Cairnstone Rest possesses the richest gem deposits in Dragonhome. Prospectors take care to avoid the imposing obelisks and standing stones, heeding well the warnings left for tomb robbers; however, in the digging of mines and expanding lairs, accidents can happen, and more than one clan has been driven from the area by skeletal wyrms. Creatures and dragons have been drawn to the battleground, calling for more to take arms either to defend their living and dead kin, or cull the intruders before too much harm is done.
[center][img]http://www1.flightrising.com/static/map/icons/earth_3.png[/img]
[b]The Pillar of the World[/b][/center]
The sorrowful, crumbling remains of the final vestiges of peace between the elemental flights. It is this monument alone that towered above the world, acting as the base of a great magical shield whose purpose was to protect the land from the roaming Shade, a devouring plague of darkness. The Earthshaker has existed here for time immemorial, both guarding and mourning the structure that once held his brothers and sisters together.
Whoohoo! Good luck everyone! I'm looking forward to seeing what beautiful skins and accents we get this month
For you skin makers that are wondering, hey what can I do with dirt anyway? Well I say, what can't you do with dirt! Here are some random earthy items from the site that you can pull inspiration from. But don't limit yourself to just this for ideas, there is a whole world of inspiration!
Perfect Skipping Stone
Minerals & Ores
This stone is perfect for skipping across the water! You could probably get a dozen skips out of it if you threw it just right...
30
Smooth Pebbles
Minerals & Ores
Someone has taken the time to collect a pile of perfectly smooth pebbles. Now they have the opportunity to do so once more.
30
Traprock
Minerals & Ores
It is easy to spot traprock due to the distinct grey striping present along its surface. Some say that the deepest layers were from a time before dragonkind.
50
Dark Basalt
Minerals & Ores
A common volcanic rock that weathers to a rusty brown color after only a few years. It has a distinctive porous surface.
69
Clay
Minerals & Ores
Clay is used in making bricks, pottery, and reinforcing dens. On occasion, dragons will ingest clay to soothe upset stomachs.
15
Obsidian
Minerals & Ores
The glassy surface of this igneous rock shines like a mirror.
15
Copper Ore
Minerals & Ores
More valuable than gold in some respects.
15
Nickel Ore
Minerals & Ores
Perhaps the most disappointing of ores, nickel still has its uses.
15
Lead Ore
Minerals & Ores
A crumbling chunk of lead ore. This type of ore is quite brilliant when looked at in the sunlight.
55
Gravel
Minerals & Ores
This handful of small rock pieces and dirt is nothing spectacular.
15
Salt
Minerals & Ores
Never put salt in your eyes.
15
Sand
Minerals & Ores
Some dragons ingest sand to soothe upset stomach, others build castles with it.
15
Intact Clay Relief
Dragonmade
A carved relief that depicts a story of a Guardian dragon hatchling journeying to find their ward.
65
Rosy Gypsum
Minerals & Ores
A very soft sulfate mineral that can commonly be used in plasters and sculpture. Many artisan dragons will use chunks of gypsum like a chalk to draw on rocks, cliffs or caves.
69
Infused Crystal
Minerals & Ores
This crystal pulses with an unnatural energy and strange shapes move within. One should not stare overlong into it, lest they begin to stare back at you. (Special thanks Artorias.)
80
Blue Quartz
Minerals & Ores
Additional minerals color this quartz a brilliant blue; a fine specimen for the marketplace! Then again, one can never have too many shiny things in one's own hoard...
70
Crystal Quartz
Minerals & Ores
This crystal catches the light and reflects it in a scattering of color. Octarine is not present.
70
Rose Quartz
Minerals & Ores
A rose quartz by any other name would smell as sweet- ...why are you smelling quartz?
70
Smoky Quartz
Minerals & Ores
Dragons who stare deeply into this quartz may begin to discern meanings from the interplay of the dark and light flecks of quartz.
70
Banded Sardonyx
Minerals & Ores
The red and black banding in this specimen make for a fine addition to any dragon's hoard.
120
Jade
Minerals & Ores
This stone is opaque and ready to be carved by a careful hand or claw.
120
Jasper
Minerals & Ores
The vibrant red has earned this variety the nickname ''Bloodstone''.
120
Labradorite
Minerals & Ores
This mineral provides an iridescent display of reflected light.
120
Silver Ore
Minerals & Ores
Particularly useful should you ever meet a werewolf.
60
Gold Ore
Minerals & Ores
Known to drive dragons to do very foolish things.
250
Platinum Ore
Minerals & Ores
For when gold just isn't good enough, or for when you sell a lot of albums.
1000
Depleted Sacridite
Minerals & Ores
This mineral can be gathered from abandoned lairs.(KS-Sponsored by Darrin P.)
72
Impure Sacridite
Minerals & Ores
It is particularly strange in the fact that it grows based on the wishes of those around it. (KS-Sponsored by Darrin P.)
72
Sacridite
Minerals & Ores
Lay down a Sacridite shard somewhere remote and it will start growing as long as there is anyone living nearby making wishes. (KS-Sponsored by Darrin P.)
72
Granite Fragment
Minerals & Ores
Too small to be of much use, it is still pretty to look at.
79
Small Chunk of Granite
Minerals & Ores
For some baffling reason, installing granite in your lair increases its resale value.
79
Small Block of Granite
Minerals & Ores
Members of the earth flight collect granite, and enjoy quizzing each other on each of the Igneous rocks that may make up a particular piece.
79
Hematite
Minerals & Ores
This material can be carved into lovely trinkets.
49
Banded Ironstone
Minerals & Ores
This striped rock has been smoothed and polished by water.
36
Banded Olivine
Minerals & Ores
Everglade lashers that live near olivine deposits take on an especially brilliant emerald hue.
36
Ice Crystal
Organics
A perfectly formed ice crystal. Incredibly valuable, until it melts.
35
Sand
Minerals & Ores
Some dragons ingest sand to soothe upset stomach, others build castles with it.
15
Broken Clay Pot
Trinkets
The chipped and broken surface of this pot belies its original craftsmanship.
25
Trilobite Fossil
Trinkets
The remnants of a strange and ancient creature.
40
Fossilized Fish
Trinkets
how i mine for fish?
60
Sea Scorpion Fossil
Trinkets
The fossilized remains of a great sea scorpion. This chunk of history is the size of a full-grown tundra dragon.
60
Aviar Cave Painting
Trinkets
The pigments used in this painting will not last when exposed to the elements.
46
Earth Runestone
Dragonmade
An ancient stone bearing the ancestral rune of the Earthshaker. Such a find should be kept as a prized possession.
110
Heavy Earthshaker Idol
Trinkets
A crudely-fashioned stuffed doll that resembles the Earthshaker. It is made of coarse wool pieces and filled with pebbles.
1000
The Shattered Plain
A rocky, barren expanse of skittering stone and parched, packed dirt lined and featured with innumerable cracks. It is amongst the larger rocks that the dragons here choose to roost, away from the shards of dancing stone. The difficult labour required to dig and sustain a lair in the Plain is the worst of the area's challenges, however, making it an ideal training ground for those intending to carve a living in the more dangerous parts of ancient Dragonhome.
Greatwyrm's Breach
The mighty break in the eggshell-shaped mountain range surrounding the Pillar, named for its visual allusion to the hatching of a new-born dragon. It is said that the gorge reaching westward towards the sea housed the first clans, and the intricate series of networked caverns that dot it support this claim. A storied realm for dragonkind, many of the old lairs here are known for their murals and cave-paintings telling of the ancient feats performed by the Elemental Gods in the shaping of the world.
Cairnstone Rest
Once an ancient burial ground, the Cairnstone Rest possesses the richest gem deposits in Dragonhome. Prospectors take care to avoid the imposing obelisks and standing stones, heeding well the warnings left for tomb robbers; however, in the digging of mines and expanding lairs, accidents can happen, and more than one clan has been driven from the area by skeletal wyrms. Creatures and dragons have been drawn to the battleground, calling for more to take arms either to defend their living and dead kin, or cull the intruders before too much harm is done.
The Pillar of the World
The sorrowful, crumbling remains of the final vestiges of peace between the elemental flights. It is this monument alone that towered above the world, acting as the base of a great magical shield whose purpose was to protect the land from the roaming Shade, a devouring plague of darkness. The Earthshaker has existed here for time immemorial, both guarding and mourning the structure that once held his brothers and sisters together.
@Raikdow Your Fae skin is amazing. I need ten. And then I can have a terracotta Fae army.
Finally! Can't wait to see the awesome skins people come up with!
I wanted to take a moment to remind everyone that using photos and overwhelming texture against skin rules: http://flightrising.com/main.php?p=skins (see 8) If you want to paint textures, that's great, but if you're going to overlay a photo on top of your design, it's very likely to be disqualified.
I wanted to take a moment to remind everyone that using photos and overwhelming texture against skin rules: http://flightrising.com/main.php?p=skins (see 8) If you want to paint textures, that's great, but if you're going to overlay a photo on top of your design, it's very likely to be disqualified.
