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Cartoons! · Nov 6th, 2011, 7:20:48 PM

Not the progressive update I would have like, but I have all the front sprites for Tomohawk ready. I lowered the framerate somewhat, so while it isn't as smooth, the lines don't 'quiver' as much.

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I got some feedback suggesting a smoother transition when the wings fold. It'll probably happen, but I'd like to get to the backsprites first.

No plans to animate the Gen 4 sprites, but I'd be happy to make this regular with the new generation of CAPs. I expect to have more time this winter, so the waiting period between sprite creation and animation won't be so long.

Bobtheball4 · Nov 6th, 2011, 7:25:21 PM

the tomohawk, looks very neat and nice.

Wichu · Nov 7th, 2011, 5:32:17 PM

That sprite... I'm in love.

***Zarel**** · Nov 8th, 2011, 10:33:05 PM

Hmm.

I added 3 intermediate frames to the wings closing and 2 intermediate frames to the wings opening, and compressed the file from 156 KB down to 98 KB.

The wings still open/close way too fast, but at least now it doesn't look like they're teleporting.

If you can't see the difference very clearly, here's a comparison:

LouisCyphre · Nov 9th, 2011, 1:57:16 AM

I'd almost suggest inserting a couple--2 to 5--still frames as the wings close fully, and then "teleport" to the fully open and extended frame. Either that, or have a frame in between at most.

It would give the intimidation pose of the wings a bit more "oomph" (is that even the right word) to it, and would be more in-line with in-game animations that feature brief pauses.

Cartoons! · Nov 9th, 2011, 9:52:03 PM

Initially, I only wanted the closed-wing pose to last for an instant as the antic before the wide open intimidation stance. But I like how the slower folding of the wings looks and I'll see how it looks if I leave him covered like that for a whole beat before extending again.

Joeyboy · Nov 11th, 2011, 8:38:58 PM

Wow those animated sprites are fantastic! Great job guys!

Bobtheball4 · Nov 11th, 2011, 8:40:31 PM

I think aesoft animated the sprites.

Joeyboy · Nov 11th, 2011, 8:56:48 PM

I thought Cartoons created the first iteration and then Aesoft added the extra few frames. Either way they look awesome :)

Bobtheball4 · Nov 11th, 2011, 9:11:09 PM

oh yeah. your right, and aesoft added/fixed up some features on them.

Nov 6th, 2011, 7:20:48 PM	#26
Cartoons! !!! Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 1,054	Not the progressive update I would have like, but I have all the front sprites for Tomohawk ready. I lowered the framerate somewhat, so while it isn't as smooth, the lines don't 'quiver' as much. ... I got some feedback suggesting a smoother transition when the wings fold. It'll probably happen, but I'd like to get to the backsprites first. No plans to animate the Gen 4 sprites, but I'd be happy to make this regular with the new generation of CAPs. I expect to have more time this winter, so the waiting period between sprite creation and animation won't be so long. __________________ An animated battle for you! Batcap2013

Nov 7th, 2011, 5:32:17 PM	#28
Wichu ACUPRESSURE Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,508 Cambridge, England	That sprite... I'm in love. __________________

Nov 8th, 2011, 10:33:05 PM	#29
*Zarel >> BEGIN POSTBIT Super Moderator** Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 1,134 >> END POSTBIT	Hmm. I added 3 intermediate frames to the wings closing and 2 intermediate frames to the wings opening, and compressed the file from 156 KB down to 98 KB. The wings still open/close way too fast, but at least now it doesn't look like they're teleporting. If you can't see the difference very clearly, here's a comparison: __________________ Pokemon Showdown \| Replay player \| No, I am not impressed that you know that my name is Guangcong Luo. The PS website says "Copyright Guangcong Luo" at the bottom, ffs. Last edited by Zarel; Nov 8th, 2011 at 11:03:32 PM.

Nov 9th, 2011, 1:57:16 AM	#30
LouisCyphre heralds disaster. Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 2,207 fucking majestic	I'd almost suggest inserting a couple--2 to 5--still frames as the wings close fully, and then "teleport" to the fully open and extended frame. Either that, or have a frame in between at most. It would give the intimidation pose of the wings a bit more "oomph" (is that even the right word) to it, and would be more in-line with in-game animations that feature brief pauses. __________________ (CAP ASB \| ASB Ref \| Battle Pike \| ASB Labyrinth \| ASB Inquisition) If I am late for something, remind me that it exists on my wall or in IRC. I'll never remember otherwise. 15:31 <DHR> isnt cocke supposed to go up your nose?

Nov 9th, 2011, 9:52:03 PM	#31
Cartoons! !!! Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 1,054	Initially, I only wanted the closed-wing pose to last for an instant as the antic before the wide open intimidation stance. But I like how the slower folding of the wings looks and I'll see how it looks if I leave him covered like that for a whole beat before extending again. __________________ An animated battle for you! Batcap2013

Nov 6th, 2011, 7:25:21 PM	#27
Bobtheball4 CAP Playtesting Expert Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 511	the tomohawk, looks very neat and nice.

Nov 11th, 2011, 8:38:58 PM	#32
Joeyboy Kent had a dog Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 1,231 Art by Bummer Mentor	Wow those animated sprites are fantastic! Great job guys! __________________ VM for an OU Rate \| Latest OU Mini-Tour \| Smog Work

Nov 11th, 2011, 8:40:31 PM	#33
Bobtheball4 CAP Playtesting Expert Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 511	I think aesoft animated the sprites. Last edited by tennisace; Nov 11th, 2011 at 10:43:38 PM.

Nov 11th, 2011, 8:56:48 PM	#34
Joeyboy Kent had a dog Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 1,231 Art by Bummer Mentor	I thought Cartoons created the first iteration and then Aesoft added the extra few frames. Either way they look awesome :) __________________ VM for an OU Rate \| Latest OU Mini-Tour \| Smog Work

Nov 11th, 2011, 9:11:09 PM	#35
Bobtheball4 CAP Playtesting Expert Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 511	oh yeah. your right, and aesoft added/fixed up some features on them. Last edited by tennisace; Nov 11th, 2011 at 10:43:50 PM.