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There are not many maps, but still. I've looked around and noticed interesting maps with their own unique features everywhere. In short, judge for yourselves. There are only five: two single-player, three multiplayer. Perhaps if another comrade responds, I will even add more, even if it's not strictly by the rules. I am attaching two archives to the message: one contains the Russian version of the maps, and the English version is in the other.
-Single-player maps:
--The Fire Storm
---Size: 176 X 176
--Illusion of victory
---Size: 136 X 136
-Multiplayer maps:
--THE HELL INVASION
---216 X 216
---3 players
--Death Whisper
---136 X 136
---2 players
--Dragon Utopia
---96 X 96
---2 players
P.S. Participants, if you notice any errors or inaccuracies, please write to me in PM; I will fix them and re-upload the archives.
P.P.S. Voting will be extended, I assume, as I myself did not make the deadline. By two days accordingly.
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Oh yes, one more thing: compatibility. Some maps are intended for game version 3.1, so I strongly recommend patching your Tribes of the East! Also, maps may contain mods. This means it is better to play them separately: first one, then remove it from the Maps folder, then the second. However, this does not apply to all maps, but it's better this way.
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Addition from 04.01.2014: archives have been re-uploaded. The map "The Fire Storm" has undergone a version change.
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I'd like to present you the competition "Mapmaster 2013". It starts on three web-sites : Ubi.com, heroescommunity and Heroes World and its purpose is determining the best works of mapmakers!
RULES OF THE COMPETITION "MAPMASTER 2013"
1. Aims of the competition
1.1. Popularization of the game "Heroes of Might and Magic 5".
1.2. Creating a new database maps for the game "Heroes of Might and Magic 5 Tribes of the East".
1.3. The possibility of beginning and experienced mapmakers to get recognition and evaluation of their work.
1.4. Uniting mapmakers from different countries to share their experience.
2. Dates of competition "Mapmaster 2013"
Until November 24, 2013 - registration of participants;
From November 25, 2013 - the beginning of creating maps for the competition (it's allowed to start creating before);
December 31, 2013 - the end of creating maps for the competition;
From November 25 to December 31, 2013 - obtaining finished maps;
December 31, 2013 - final date for obtaining maps;
January 1, 2014 - posted in the forum and the opening of voting for the visitors forums;
January 30, 2014 - end of the voting;
January 31, 2014 - announcement of the results and revealing winners.
3. Nominations
3.1. The multiplayer map.
3.2. Singleplayer map.
Each participant can declare for the contest one or two maps. If two, there must be 1 multiplayer map and 1 singleplayer map.
To participate in the contest you should until November 24 inclusive send your request to nickelprog@mail.ru according to the application form:
ENTRY FORM
Name(s) of the forum(s) where you're registered: _____________
Nickname(s) on the forum(s) : __________________
E-mail address: _______________________
WARNING! If the participant is registrated on a several forums (Heroes World, Ubi.com, heroescommunity), he must write about all and nickname in each of them in his e-mail.
WARNING! The competition will be attended by only those works (maps) whose creators sent their e-mails timely and correctly!
4. Requirements for entries maps
4.1. Multiplayer map:
- The map must be made for 3.1 version of the "Heroes of Might and Magic 5 Tribes of the East";
- The map must be made in English;
- The map must be made by youself;
- The map mustn't have co-authors;
- Maps that have taken part in another competitions or tournaments will not be accepted;
- Maps that are already in the public access at the time of the competition will not be accepted;
- Maps that were made using the map generator will not be accepted;
- Each participant can send only one map in this category;
- The existence of a legend (description) of the map;
- Their mustn't be any direct reference to the authorship in the map.
4.2. Singleplayer map
- The map must be made for 3.1 version of the "Heroes of Might and Magic 5 Tribes of the East";
- The map must be made in English;
- The map must be made by youself;
- The map mustn't have co-authors;
- Maps that have taken part in another competitions or tournaments will not be accepted;
- Maps that are already in the public access at the time of the competition will not be accepted;
- Maps that were made using the map generator will not be accepted;
- Each participant can send only one map in this category;
- The existence of a legend (description) of the map;
- Their mustn't be any direct reference to the authorship in the map.
WARNING! If these requirements won't be kept, the organizer (Ment) reserves the right exclude the map from the competition!
5. Important norms for maps
5.1. Multiplayer map
- The map should not be overweighted with objects (map should be well-working on the average PC);
- The map should be playable (speed of playing on the map based on the proportions of the map, speed moving of AI);
- Territorial and resource balance between all players in multiplayer maps, thoughtfulness of neutral monsters' strength and computer opponent's strength (map must have gradations of difficulty so that it will be interesting for players of different levels).
- Remember that the competition is anonymous: users don't rate the author, but his work. Try to keep it anonymous, of course, so that it will not affect the quality of work;
5.2. Singleplayer map
- The map should not be overweighted with objects (map should be well-working on the average PC);
- The map should be playable (speed of playing on the map based on the proportions of the map, speed moving of AI);
- The map should contain an interesting plot, nonlinear versions of passage, mini-quests, etc.;
- Thoughtfulness of neutral monsters' strength and computer opponent's strength (map must have gradations of difficulty so that it will be interesting for players of different levels).
- Remember that the competition is anonymous: users don't rate the author, but his work. Try to keep it anonymous, of course, so that it will not affect the quality of work;
6. Receiving complete maps
Receiving maps will be possible from November 25 to December 31, 2013 at nickelprog@mail.ru . Letters with maps must be sent to this address and so as addition to the map:
Addition to the map
Name(s) of the forum(s) where the participant is registered: _____________
Nickname(s) on the forum(s): __________________
E-mail address: _______________________
Nomination(s) (multiplayer or singleplayer): ____________
Map(s) size: __________________________________
The amount of players: ____________________________
The name and the legend (description) of the map(s) _________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
WARNING! If the participant is registrated on a several forums (Heroes World, Ubi.com, heroescommunity), he must write about all and nickname in each of them in his e-mail.
WARNING! The competition will be attended by only those works (maps) whose creators sent their e-mails timely and correctly!
7. Voting for maps
Voting for maps will be held among visitors of the sites from January 1 to January 30, 2014. Maps will be rated without their authorization, so visitors will have the opportunity to vote precisely for a map, but not for its author.
Votes should be sent by email to the organizers nickelprog@mail.ru or left at one of the three resources (Heroes World, Ubi.com, heroescommunity) as follows:
Name(s) of the forum(s) where the voter is registered: _____________
Nickname(s) on the forum(s) : __________________
E-mail address: _______________________
WARNING! If the voter is registrated on a several forums (Heroes World, Ubi.com, heroescommunity), he must write about all and nickname in each of them in his e-mail.
In addition all participating in the competition maps will be subjectively evaluated by the organizer (Ment).
8. Winners
8.1. Nomination "Multiplayer map" - the winner (determined by vote of visitors to the forum)
Awarded - a medal winner in the nomination "Multiplayer map" competition "Mapmaster 2013" (putting it under the picture on the HeroesWorld in the presence of an account on the HeroesWorld).
8.2. Nomination "Singleplayer map" - the winner (determined by vote of visitors to the forum)
Awarded - a medal winner in the nomination "Singleplayer map" competition "Mapmaster 2013" (putting it under the picture on the HeroesWorld in the presence of an account on the HeroesWorld).
8.3. Also the organizer (Ment) will choose the best map on his subjective view from all the maps that participate in the competition. Winner of this category "From Ment" of the competition "Martmaster 2013" will be awarded a specially designed medal (putting it under the picture on the HeroesWorld in the presence of an account on the HeroesWorld).
8.4. If there will be a large number of participants it's possible to identify extra winners besides the mentioned.
In Russian
On three resources: Heroes World, Ubi.com and heroescommunity, a contest to determine the best works of mapmakers, "Mapmaster 2013", is starting.
REGULATIONS FOR THE "MAPMASTER 2013" CONTEST
1. Goals of the contest
1.1. Popularization of the game Heroes of Might and Magic V.
1.2. Creation of a new map database for the game Heroes of Might and Magic V Tribes of the East.
1.3. Opportunity for beginning and experienced mapmakers to receive recognition and evaluation of their work.
1.4. Uniting mapmakers from different countries, opportunity to share accumulated experience.
2. Dates of the "Mapmaster 2013" contest
until November 24, 2013 – registration of contest participants;
from November 25, 2013 – start of creating maps for the contest (it is permissible to start creating earlier);
December 31, 2013 – end of creating maps for the contest;
from November 25 to December 31, 2013 – acceptance of finished maps;
December 31, 2013 – final deadline for map acceptance;
January 1, 2014 – posting of maps on forums and opening of voting for forum visitors;
January 30, 2014 – closing of voting;
January 31, 2014 – announcement of results and identification of winners.
3. Contest Nominations
3.1. Multiplayer map.
3.2. Single-player map.
Each participant has the right to submit one or two maps for the contest. If there are two maps, then one in each nomination: 1 "Multiplayer" map; 1 "Single-player" map.
To participate in the contest, you must send an application by November 24 inclusive to nickelprog@mail.ru according to the "Application Form":
APPLICATION FORM
Name(s) of the forum(s) where the participant is registered:_____________
Nickname(s) on the forum(s):__________________
E-mail address:_______________________
ATTENTION! If the user is registered on several forums (out of three: Heroes World, Ubi.com, heroescommunity), all should be indicated along with the nickname in each.
ATTENTION! Only those works (maps) whose creators sent their applications timely and according to the form will participate in the contest!
4. Mandatory requirements for contest maps
4.1. Multiplayer map:
- map for game version 3.1 Heroes of Might and Magic V Tribes of the East;
- map in English;
- map must be made personally by you;
- map must not have co-authors;
- a map that has already participated in contests or tournaments will not be accepted;
- a map that is already in public access at the start of the contest will not be accepted;
- a map made using a map generator will not be accepted;
- only 1 map from each participant is accepted in this nomination;
- presence of a legend (description) for the map;
- absence of any direct indication of authorship in any file within the map archive.
4.2. Single-player map
- map for game version 3.1 Heroes of Might and Magic V Tribes of the East;
- map in English;
- map must be made personally by you;
- map must not have co-authors;
- a map that has already participated in contests or tournaments will not be accepted;
- a map that is already in public access at the start of the contest will not be accepted;
- a map made using a map generator will not be accepted;
- only 1 map from each participant is accepted in this nomination;
- presence of a legend (description) for the map;
- absence of any direct indication of authorship in any file within the map archive.
ATTENTION! In case of non-compliance with the listed requirements, the organizer (Ment) reserves the right not to admit or to exclude the map from participating in the contest!
5. Important evaluation criteria for maps
5.1. Multiplayer map
- the map should not be oversaturated with map editor objects (the map should play without lagging on an average PC);
- the map must be playable (speed of completion by game and real time based on map size, speed of computer opponent moves);
- presence of territorial and resource balance between all participants of the multiplayer map, thoughtfulness and strength of neutral monsters and the computer opponent (the map should have difficulty gradations so that it is interesting for players of various levels).
- remember that the contest is anonymous: users evaluate not the author himself, but his work. Try to maintain this anonymity, of course, so as not to affect the quality of the work;
5.2. Single-player map
- the map should not be oversaturated with map editor objects (the map should play without lagging on an average PC);
- the map must be playable (speed of completion by game and real time based on map size, speed of computer opponent moves);
- the map should contain an interesting plot, non-linear options for completion, mini-quests, etc.;
- presence of thoughtfulness in the placement and strength of neutral monsters and the computer opponent (the map should have difficulty gradations so that it is interesting for players of various levels);
- remember that the contest is anonymous: users evaluate not the author himself, but his work. Try to maintain this anonymity, of course, so as not to affect the quality of the work.
6. Acceptance of finished maps
Acceptance of finished maps will be carried out from November 25 to December 31, 2013 at nickelprog@mail.ru. You must send the map (map name in Latin letters) and a "MAP ADDITION" to the specified address.
MAP ADDITION
Name(s) of the forum(s) where the participant is registered:_____________
Nickname(s) on the forum(s):__________________
E-mail address:_______________________
Nomination (multiplayer, single-player):____________
Map size__________________________________
Number of players____________________________
Name and legend (description) of map(s)_________________________
__________________________________________________ ___________
__________________________________________________ ___________
ATTENTION! If the user is registered on several forums (out of three: Heroes World, Heroes Portal, ag forums), all should be indicated along with the nickname in each.
ATTENTION! Only those works (maps) that were sent to the contest organizers timely and according to the form will participate in the contest!
7. Map Evaluation
Map evaluation will take place via voting by site visitors from January 1 to January 30, 2014. Furthermore, maps will be evaluated without their authorization; thus, visitors will have the opportunity to vote for a specific map rather than its author.
Votes should be sent by email to the organizers nickelprog@mail.ru or left in a thread on one of the three resources in the following form:
Name(s) of the forum(s) where the voter is registered:_____________
Nickname(s) on the forum(s):__________________
E-mail address:_______________________
ATTENTION! If the user is registered on several forums (out of three: Heroes World, ubi.com, heroescommunity), all should be indicated along with the nickname in each.
Also, all maps participating in the contest will be subjectively evaluated by the organizer (Ment).
8. Winners
8.1. Nomination "Multiplayer map" - winner (determined by voting of forum visitors):
Awarded – an honorary sign of the winner in the "Multiplayer map" nomination of the "Mapmaster 2013" contest (placed under the avatar on HeroesWorld if an account on HeroesWorld exists).
8.2. Nomination "Single-player map" - winner (determined by voting of forum visitors):
Winner – an honorary sign of the winner in the "Single-player map" nomination of the "Mapmaster 2013" contest (placed under the avatar on HeroesWorld if an account on HeroesWorld exists).
8.3. Also, from all maps participating in the contest, the organizer (Ment) will choose the best map based on his subjective view in the "From Ment" nomination. The winner of the "From Menta's" nomination of the "Mapmaster 2013" contest will be awarded a specially designed "Badge of Distinction" (placed under the avatar on HeroesWorld if an account on HeroesWorld exists).
8.4. In the event of a large number of participants, additional places may be awarded beyond those listed above.
Some materials regarding the organization of the "Mapmaster 2013" contest were borrowed from previous mapmaking contests, which can be reviewed in the section: Mapmaking Contests.
Links to similar topics located on other resources: ubi.com and heroescommunity.com
