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Yack
Acolyte
USA
20 Posts |
 Posted - 17 Jun 2004 : 21:54:57
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Hello scribers,
I'm a retired cartographer and traveler of the realms, and currently have some plans to map Abeir-Toril (or at least, a part of it), this project of mine call for something in the order of a map-a-week, but before starting this endeavor will appreciate some feedback from the adventures that will use the maps.
Here are a couple of samples of maps from the realms and one of another far away land, only the later is finished, and they are just to give a sample of my work and give you a reference to work over when giving me your advice.
http://www.videoitproductions.net/data/The-North-coast-side.jpg
http://www.videoitproductions.net/data/Ten-Towns.jpg
http://www.videoitproductions.net/data/sample1.jpg
Thanks,
Yack
PD The maps will be submitted to the scribes of the keep weekly when they are ready.
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Sarta
Senior Scribe
USA
505 Posts |
Posted - 17 Jun 2004 : 22:27:42
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Wow, I don't have anywhere in particular I need mapped at the moment, but I'm definitely impressed and look forward to seeing more maps of such high quality.
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Cherrn
Learned Scribe
Denmark
323 Posts |
Posted - 17 Jun 2004 : 22:29:39
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Impressive!
Very stylish maps 
I for one would like to see your take on Turmish since my next campaign will be in that region. It will be a mercenary campaign so that spot was kinda obvious. Preferably with loads of locations please 
What kinda mapmaker are you using ? |
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SiriusBlack
Great Reader
USA
5517 Posts |
Posted - 17 Jun 2004 : 22:34:52
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| They are very colorful. Thanks Yack for sharing them as I think they are fine pieces of work. If you are taking requests, I'd love to see any map detailing Cormyr in greater detail than the map provided in the FRCS. |
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Cherrn
Learned Scribe
Denmark
323 Posts |
Posted - 17 Jun 2004 : 23:50:15
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| Oh and a detailed map of the Moonshaes would be great as well. I have a campaign planned there |
A wise man from Calimport once told me: "If a merchant puts sand in the flask of oil he's trying to sell you, then he isn't trying to sell you sand..." |
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Brother Ezra
Learned Scribe
USA
268 Posts |
Posted - 17 Jun 2004 : 23:51:35
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Very nice work on the maps you've posted already. I'd be interested to hear which program you use to create them. I'd like to vote for a map of the Vaasa/Damara/Narfell area, since my current campaign is set there.
I look forward to further contributions! |
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Tethtoril
Seeker
95 Posts |
Posted - 18 Jun 2004 : 01:09:08
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That is an amazing talent you have Yack. I am sure many more scribes will be flocking around you with hopes of garnering a portion of your time.  |
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Edain Shadowstar
Senior Scribe
USA
455 Posts |
Posted - 18 Jun 2004 : 01:12:42
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| Well, all I have to say is...you do fan-freaking-tastic work. I to would be curious to know how you make them, but in any case, to the matter at hand. Mapping any part of the land between Northern Amn and Calimshan would earn you my undying love...er...no that's not a threat...I would just really love to see some nice maps of that area. No, I'm not crazy...at least that's what the voices tell me...my therapist on the other hand... |
Edain Shadowstar
Archwizard of Rel Astra and Waterdeep
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Jarren Longblade
Seeker
USA
54 Posts |
Posted - 18 Jun 2004 : 03:22:48
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Fist thing first your maps are some of the best that I have seen.
Areas that I would like mapped would be Comyr & Calimshan |
One of the few thing you don't want to hear while deer hunting with your brother-in-law "DUCK" |
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Arivia
Great Reader
Canada
2965 Posts |
Posted - 18 Jun 2004 : 03:49:47
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*drools*
The Silver Marches and Anauroch. Please. |
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Yack
Acolyte
USA
20 Posts |
Posted - 18 Jun 2004 : 07:19:01
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Thanks for the comments, I use Photoshop to make the maps, over the weekend I will try to make the most of;
Turmish
Cormyr
Moonshaes
Vaasa/Damara/Narfell
Northern Amn and Calimshan
The Silver Marches
Anauroch |
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Jarren Longblade
Seeker
USA
54 Posts |
Posted - 18 Jun 2004 : 09:11:51
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| With the quality of your work whatever you do will be greatly enjoyed by all. |
One of the few thing you don't want to hear while deer hunting with your brother-in-law "DUCK" |
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Sarelle
Senior Scribe
United Kingdom
508 Posts |
Posted - 18 Jun 2004 : 10:28:36
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These are fantastic! I'm happy to see the other scribes' requests.
Teth - will Alaundo be giving Yack a rightful own space on the site? |
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Tethtoril
Seeker
95 Posts |
Posted - 18 Jun 2004 : 14:53:07
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quote:
Originally posted by Sarelle
These are fantastic! I'm happy to see the other scribes' requests.
Teth - will Alaundo be giving Yack a rightful own space on the site?
If he doesn't I will whack him. And then run really fast ... holding my robes up so I can get speed. 
Seriously though Yack. Send your maps to me and I will compile them into a webpage for the main Candlekeep site. |
Tethtoril
Candlekeep Forums Moderator
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Lashan
Learned Scribe
USA
235 Posts |
Posted - 18 Jun 2004 : 15:00:16
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If you do cities, then I would love to see Tantras done. I have a few extra street names and sites that Ed posted from another thread that I would love to see added in. Also, if I could somehow entice him to name the various districts of the city, I might be able to supply that.
If you don't do cities, then I would love to see one of either the Vast, the Moonsea, or even the Dragon Reach area.
Much thanks! Great maps. |
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Yack
Acolyte
USA
20 Posts |
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SiriusBlack
Great Reader
USA
5517 Posts |
Posted - 20 Jun 2004 : 04:57:31
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| Great work Yack! Thanks especially for the Cormyr map. |
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Mystery_Man
Senior Scribe
USA
455 Posts |
Posted - 20 Jun 2004 : 05:09:12
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after seeing these, I'd like to request.....
Everything!
Or at least the High Forest. |
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Reefy
Senior Scribe
United Kingdom
892 Posts |
Posted - 21 Jun 2004 : 14:56:54
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| Awesome work. I'd really like to see the Lake Of Steam and the Border Kingdoms. |
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Cherrn
Learned Scribe
Denmark
323 Posts |
Posted - 21 Jun 2004 : 22:18:17
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| Stylish maps |
A wise man from Calimport once told me: "If a merchant puts sand in the flask of oil he's trying to sell you, then he isn't trying to sell you sand..." |
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Jarren Longblade
Seeker
USA
54 Posts |
Posted - 22 Jun 2004 : 03:47:00
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Your Cormyr map is truly 1st rate it is awesome work,. |
One of the few thing you don't want to hear while deer hunting with your brother-in-law "DUCK" |
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Signal-9
Acolyte
Canada
37 Posts |
Posted - 22 Jun 2004 : 05:42:03
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Great work! I am new to the forgotten realms books, but I am reading the Sembia series so any maps you can do of that area would be awesome!
Again, excellent work. |
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- Raistlin (Dragons of Spring Dawning)
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SiriusBlack
Great Reader
USA
5517 Posts |
Posted - 22 Jun 2004 : 05:49:00
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Originally posted by Signal-9
Great work! I am new to the forgotten realms books, but I am reading the Sembia series so any maps you can do of that area would be awesome!
Excellent choice. I'll second that request. Although lore detailing Sembia is limited, any map of that area would be appreciated. |
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Sarelle
Senior Scribe
United Kingdom
508 Posts |
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VEDSICA
Senior Scribe
USA
466 Posts |
Posted - 23 Jun 2004 : 03:38:43
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| Hands down the best map of Cormyr that I have ever seen.This is awesome work Yack.If I had any stroke at WoTC,you'd be getting a call my friend.Great job!!!! |
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RogueAssassin
Learned Scribe
USA
207 Posts |
Posted - 23 Jun 2004 : 04:43:33
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This is really great work. keep it up. If i chose one spot for you to map it would be the moonsea or the dalelands.
-The Rogue |
"Spirit. Its a Heros strength, a mothers resiliance, and the poor mans armor. It cannot be broken and it cannot be taken away. This i must belive"---Drizzt Do'Urden |
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Bookwyrm
Great Reader
USA
4740 Posts |
Posted - 23 Jun 2004 : 07:54:10
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Pretty . . . .
In your Sample map, the deep shadow contrast makes the map a trifle noisy. The Faerun maps are just lovely. Excuse me while I go shred my own pitiful attempts . . . .
Any plans to go in for closer detail? I'm drooling at the thought of Waterdeep and the surounding lands in this style. Of course, the level of detail in Waterdeep that I want is a lot of work.  |
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Yack
Acolyte
USA
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Lysander
Learned Scribe
USA
183 Posts |
Posted - 26 Jun 2004 : 00:42:58
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WOW.
I saw the Turmish request; is it possible to add Chondath/Sesspech/Shining plains to the list? :)
(Truly excellent maps... wow...)
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SiriusBlack
Great Reader
USA
5517 Posts |
Posted - 26 Jun 2004 : 00:59:47
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quote:
Originally posted by Lysander
(Truly excellent maps... wow...)
Lysander
Yes Yack, they are very vibrant maps. Thanks for sharing this new set. |
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RogueAssassin
Learned Scribe
USA
207 Posts |
Posted - 26 Jun 2004 : 01:28:29
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Yeah , Again these are great, i especialy like the one of Calimshan
-The Rogue |
"Spirit. Its a Heros strength, a mothers resiliance, and the poor mans armor. It cannot be broken and it cannot be taken away. This i must belive"---Drizzt Do'Urden |
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What do you want to see in a map?
