Aquarius

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Map Description

  1. Tanix
    Summary:
    Aquarius is a symmetrical map with layout points of a more classic Halo feel (using asthetics of Halo Reach and Halo 2 to capture the style of map I was going for) Skybox contains simple buildings to make the player feel like they're in a city environment.

    P.S. The YouTube link shows the original version of the map. From the pictures above you can clearly see Aquarius has been updated.

    Available game modes are CTF, Slayer, Assault, and FFA

    Weapons
    Red and blue bases are 2 floors and both include: Carbine, SMG, H2 Battle Rifle, and a Brute Plasma Rifle.

    The Halo 2 Beam Rifle is the weapon pad choice for this map with an additional 3 neutral, non-pad weapons being the Shotgun, Needler, and Plasma Pistol.

    Overshield spawns opposite of the Beam Rifle in front of a wall spanning fish tank.

    There are 2x Frag Grenades that spawn together and 2x Plasma Grenades (one on Blue Deck and one on Red Deck)

    4x Fusion Coils and 2x Fuel Stations are also on the map.

    Special thanks to Widsio for doing nothing but telling me if things looked good or not lol

Recent Reviews

  1. Aquarius is a pretty solid map. The level of detail and layout design is quite an achievement. The urban-building environment leads us to a symmetrical experience, but with the inclusion of the diverse set of levels and hallways that keep players immersed. The aesthetics and level of detail is outstanding, even the background context behind the map's walls has been conceived from it's beginning. The design of very area is unique and plays well with the map concept, creating a fluid and exciting gameplay. Amazing work!

Discussion

  1. DisizNerDz

    DisizNerDz Legendary

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    Really nice aesthetics, look really nice to play, good job here
     
  2. Tanix

    Tanix Legendary
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    Thank you
     
  3. ravenking91

    ravenking91 Legendary
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    The aesthetics look like ivory tower, well done
     
  4. Tanix

    Tanix Legendary
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    That was the goal :D
     
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  5. Tanix

    Tanix Legendary
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    Updated to version 1.4

    1. Expanded SMG hallways
    2. Changed Red 1 and Blue 1 ramp style
    3. Swapped Beam Rifle and Plasma Pistol locations
    4. Lowered OV platform a tiny bit for more chest visibility
    5. Base's Street glass cover has been changed to provide more walking space
    6. Cover has been removed from the walkways in Orange Hall
    7. Minor wall fixes
    8. Red and Blue Ramparts are more open due to the center railings being removed
    9. Red and Blue bridges have been modified
    10. More rain from the Top Mid skylight
     
  6. lNeedMoreBleach

    lNeedMoreBleach Legendary
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    i quite like the color scheme judging from the pictures. it looks good. is it your first map on forge hub??
     
  7. Tanix

    Tanix Legendary
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    Thank you, friendo
     
  8. lNeedMoreBleach

    lNeedMoreBleach Legendary
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    your welcome is it you first map up on forge hub??
     
  9. Tanix

    Tanix Legendary
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    Yes it is
     
  10. lNeedMoreBleach

    lNeedMoreBleach Legendary
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    cool i guess where in a similar boat? i just put up my first solo forged map only a couple or so hours ago
     
  11. Tanix

    Tanix Legendary
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    I'll check it out
     
  12. Tanix

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    Update 1.5

    1. Minor wall and floor fixes
    2. Bottom Mid-Base transition arches are more fluid and open up the lower lines of site
    3. Four Bottom-Top Mid jumps have been added
    4. Railings shortened in Fridge and Oven for max movement
    5. Orange Room ceiling fixed for smoother jumps
     
    #13 Tanix, Jul 26, 2016
    Last edited: Jul 26, 2016
  13. Limeyy

    Limeyy King of the Fruits
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    Map looks beautiful from the forge through we were in earlier. I'll have to wait till I play it to so anything on the gameplay, but the design seems pretty solid.
     
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  14. Tanix

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    Update 1.6

    1. Red and Blue bridges have been converted into 2 additional fish tanks
    2. Oscar's House (Plasma Pistol spawn) has been modified
    3. Orange Plat and Cinema Plat have been shortened for better mid gameplay
    4. More minor wall fixes
    5. Bottom mid jump ups modified
    6. 2x Fuel Stations have been added on the base sides of Orange Room
     
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  15. ArturBloodshot

    ArturBloodshot The Architect
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    If this is acually your first map... I have to congratulate you. You are really a prodigy forger. Amazing dude!

    PS: There is a link under "Map Information" where you can post the update you do, so other members and followers can acknowledge them.
     
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  16. Tanix

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    It's my first arena style map. I used to build maps for clans (prior to getting bored of doing it of course lol) But, thank you for if the compliment still stands

    Thanks for pointing that out as well
     
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  17. Tanix

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    Tanix updated Aquarius with a new update entry:

    Aquarius 1.6 update

    Read the rest of this update entry...
     
  18. ArturBloodshot

    ArturBloodshot The Architect
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    Btw, just little suggestions:
    -Obscure the great windows of each base to have a better and realstic look through it (maybe gray 80-90%)
    -Add a forerunner texture and more lights to the city landscape, it would look more realistic.
    -Add a ceiling decorator on the mid room (the one with the shelves), it would look more dramatic :)
     
  19. Tanix

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    I can darken the windows but I'm at my object cap :/
     
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