Mod_West

Originally posted by GeluksAapje

All reworked models, helm = tyras helm, body = easter event body, legs = 3rd age chainskirt

Originally posted by jatie1

I did really like your hosidius rework a lot, but the character models for the new quest look very disproportional to just about every other NPC in OSRS. Every NPC uses a a small palette of moderate colours and no shading, but the newest models use very vibrant colours and shading. Also the models look quite high-poly compared to the old models, which isn't always a good thing. Their proportions are also wildly different from every other NPC in OSRS.

Originally posted by MaximaxRS

everyone’s opinion on what is ‘old school’ varies person to person, regardless of background.

No kidding. I was just a kid in 2007 and only got to experience so much of it before I had to grow up with post-HD RS2, yet I've come to form some conservative opinions on the game's visuals.

For instance, a fresh and new one at that, the dragonstone armor. I personally consider it sacred that no armor in OSRS should have random gems or glowing lights no matter the reasoning... You can imagine my shock when I found out you went and chucked something just like that into the game.

(Late edit but best if clarified: In retrospect the word I was looking for was "meaningless" and I don't mean to say armor can't have shiny-glowie elements; the obsidian armor pulls it off quite nicely)
 
I do mostly like your environments, but my tastes just don't allow me to appreciate your equipment designs as consistently.

Originally posted by violated99999

are you talking about the reworked varrock with those ugly as f**k guards?

Originally posted by ElysianAudi

The artist we need but don't deserve. Amazing job on the environments and layout of Prif btw. Really quality stuff.

Originally posted by Arels

New hosidius is wonderful, in my opinion, so more along that theme is great to hear.

Originally posted by Tiadeche

Awesome to hear that you intend to stick to medieval style art!

Originally posted by ZeldenGM

Maybe an unpopular opinion, but as someone who played from the start of RS2 until around 2005 I actually prefer the old "crap" assets to the new ones.

Picking up the same again when OSRS launched was a bit of a shock as apparently a decent amount had changed between 2004-07.

Not holding my breath for 2004scape though.

Originally posted by Shea550

The recent hosidius was a very good indicator of things to come. I was really not a fan of the lance, as it was to high fantasy, but i think you have a good head on your shoulder, are very talented, and have a good vision for the game. I hope to see you continue making timeless gear and designs like the new hosidius.

Originally posted by omegafivethreefive

The salaries are a big problem.

They are paying people next to nothing so they're inexperienced/less motivated people.

I'm in software development, every great developer/designer I know makes at the very least above average salary.

It also seems like the senior members of the team are overworked which means less time to mentor the more junior members.

Originally posted by VinceMince

I found a book in the library in the Tower of Voices called Legends of the Mountain which roughly describe the events that took place there.

Originally posted by Doc_Strangelove

Your "Mod Lenny" reference isn't about a JMod either, it's a reference to Of Mice and Men. The character Lenny loves taking care of rabbits.

Originally posted by _Tard_Wrangler_

Did all the people with the original vision for RuneScape's style just leave Jagex, and since almost all other MMO's have that high fantasy style, newer employees are only familiar with that?

Yes, actually. You hit the nail on the head exactly.

Originally posted by 12inch_pianist

Big ups to you for staying positive throughout all of this. I can imagine you poured your heart and soul into Warding and to have a small chunk of the community be so toxic about everything to do with it would be hard for most to deal with.

We're lucky to have you working on our game, keep up the good work dude.

Originally posted by itsbananas_

It's not really intended personally, I didn't want to phrase it as an attack or anything, it's just the way new armor/weapon designs lately all have this over-the-top feel, which I personally don't really care for in an oldschool setting, primarily the justiciar set and the dragon hunter lance (this one I especially can't stand)

It's also the fact that designs for these pretty big ticket items only get polled on twitter, with most of the community having no say in the end product. On top of that at most the design will change slightly, but the initial design is usually pushed through. e.g. There was no platelegs option for justiciar, no alternate style for lance. In a game where aesthetics are (almost) just as important as gameplay and has an extensive polling system I find it a little off-putting

You do plenty of great work too, I appreciate the effort you put into Warding, it's just that when I see your name I'm reminded of eyesores like the dragon hunter christma...

Originally posted by itsbananas_

Idk, have a little bit of an inclined dislike for him because I really don't like some of the armor/weapon designs he made

That said, it must feel bad to have something you worked on for a long time fail a poll, so I hope it doesn't affect him too much

Originally posted by MrLootcifer

Sorry if it's already been mentioned. I've seen most of the stuff added but tried not to spoil too much of it for myself. I'm 100% it looks awesome