Greetings, SIR IRON WOLF here, with this week's Forge-Cast. Last week we had a downpour of articles, including the new site update which introduced a wave of user titles. With the the launch of Halo 5 Forge: PC edition approaching, we are seeing an increase in the amount of content being released, so be sure to check back daily. Looking ahead, expect some articles to pop up throughout the week. As for lobby coverage, we have had a few Been dropped lately, opening up the schedule, but we do still have one occurring every day. In fact we have a new lobby that just came in through the comms, Rex Journey is hosting a BTB lobby tomorrow night (8/30). This provides you guys plenty of opportunities to get your feet wet and play on some maps, or get yours tested. They are always looking for people to drift on in and fill some slots. With the expected unexpected Articles and the constant stream of lobbies, your week should be a hurricane of fun! Let's take a look at this week's forecast. Times in EST (Convert to your time) - 100% chance of Forge-Cast - 8:00 pm Duke After Dark (4v4)- Duke of Mearl - 7:00 PM BTB Testing Lobby (8v8)- Rex Journey - 10:00 pm Creative Force Tuesday Night Tests (2v2, 4v4)- Randy 355 - 5:30 pm Heroic Wednesdays (2v2, 4v4)- HeroicJkroy - 9:00 pm The Thursday Thirteen (2-16) - Ascend Hyperion - 8:45 PM Max Extra's Forged Friday (2-16)- Max Extra - Forgehub Friday with Naded (4v4)- Naded - 12:30 AM Into the Forge (4v4)- xdemption - 12:30 AM Into the Forge (4v4)- xdemption Bonus Lobby (Halo Reach): DyerSal hosts some Halo Reach lobbies so if you are interested then feel free to get in touch with him and bask in the nostalgia. FORGE-CAST TIP: If you have a lobby that you want to be in the weekly Forge-Cast then be sure to post it in one of the forums, putting "lobby" in the title, when the lobby is going to be, and what type it is (ie: Testing, customs, or matchmaking). Be sure to keep your original post updated and edited with any time changes that may occur so it is easier for people to plan to play in your lobby. It also makes it easier for me to get the times right for this article. This concludes this weeks segment of Forge-Cast. What will next week have in store? Who knows, just the more reason to come back! Forge on you rascals. This is SIR IRON WOLF emerging from the shelter after the passing tornadoes saying see you all next week!
I know that @Sn1p3r C has been pretty busy with work lately. We're finalizing a portion of the Initiative this week.
Last minute change. I will be taking over TNT tonight in place of @Randy 355 while he gets some other things done. I'm posting in the thread right now about it.
Unfortunately, Dan, we only had one real taker for community maps. The other lobbies just ended up being regular 4v4s with an extra helping of CF Breakout maps... Now that August is wrapping up, we're calling it. Might open up again in the future for a less Breakout focused, lobby, but as Nitro mentioned, I've been swamped lately and have plans to be spending more of my time on the API side of things... so we'll see!
I'm new to this: How does one submit a map and gametype for testing? Or is it first come first served style testing? Looking to test it sooner rather than later Basic Premise: Infection - Minigame Humans are given Sword Banshees to fly around an enclosed area. Zombies are given weapons to try and shoot down Humans, Inf ammo, Bottomless clip. Zombies - Grav hammer and Plasma Caster Alpha Zombie - Grav Hammer and Plasma pistol Zombies have an arsenal that unlocks after predetermined time and a visual aid that helps them see how long until the next weapon unlocks. 3 rounds, 4 min long Think you can survive the whole time?
You'll need to submit it to a specific testing lobby. A lot of the lobbies only run lobbies of 8 people or less, so you won't be able to get your map tested in them. I'd recommend checking out Max Extra's Forged Friday, or The Thursday Thirteen. They both run lobbies of up to 16 players. You'll need to click on the link to the thread for each lobby, and then follow the instructions for submitting your map (each lobby may have slightly different submission instructions). Good luck!
I don't use this site, or forge, much, but have they finished judging? I'm still anxious and have no idea what's happening