FryzieDelta

Hi ya! That's some nice looking work there. While researching for my own mod plans I came across some information that you might find interesting. It states that the MRH-90's will be fitted with MAG-58's (and in some cases "sniper bars" whatever they are). Just thought I'd share that because most people seems to think that they will be unarmed :) http://www.defence.gov.au/news/armynews/editions/1146/topstories/story01.htm

Just out of curiosity, if something like this was to be put into effect what kind of rank stucture would be expected for the animals? Personally I don't think that this is something that is entirely necissary. All it's there for is to show someone's rough level in the command structure and tell the AI who's next in charge when the sniper hits the luitenant or the sergeant takes some shrapnel.

OH! I get it now :o Yes, I'm going to try and do the textures myself. But I'll add you to my list of people-who-have-offered-help-to-contact-if-I-stop-being-stubborn :)

Because I was using subsurfaces, there is an excessive number of poly's in area's where it isn't needed and in some places where it isn't even visible. But I have a better idea of what I'm doing now and I should be able to go over most of the models and manually add the detail by making it less detailed, if that makes any sense :D. These ones aren't really either 1st or 3rd person models at this stage, more me figuring out the best way to go about making everything. Seeing as I'm going to be going back over and doing it manually anyway I'll set up the differant levels of quality and the differant views very soon. You're definately right about the magazine Rob, another negative effect brought about by subsurfaces. Makes things round when I want them square and square when I want them round :mad: Those aren't really textures, at least I don't think they can be imported directly into the game. I'm using Blender to make the models, so those are just some basic colours I added using materials to get a little better idea of how it will turn out in the end. The actual textures I'll be using will be a little more detailed. Thanks for the encouragement everyone. It's very much appreciated :)

Aussie Assault: Promotional Update 1 I had origionally intended to do a WIP report on the 28th to give myself an initial motivational boost to get to work. The boost worked, and I've learned alot about how I need to go about working on the modelling side of things. Among what I've learned is that subsurface modifiers (what I am using now) result in an extremely excessive number of polygons and has a severe negative effect on performance. As a result, I need to go over the models I've made so far again and manually sort them out. However, finding out things like this is all part of the process, and I hope to have decent models with low enough poly counts ready soon. Because I need to implement these changes, I didn't think I'd be able to release a decent WIP report on the 28th, so I'm releasing this 'promotional update' early. But enough of the dreary and boring stuff. I know some of you are wanting to see what I've actually been doing over the last fortnight. The following images are renders of six F88 Austeyr variants I have been working on. I've also added some very basic colours to the models to give you an idea of what I'm trying to accomplish. These are the models created using subsurfacing. And yes, I am aware that there are a few minor details missing. F88 variants in progress so far. F88 and F88S. F88S-A1C and F88C. F88 and F88S with M203 P1 GLA. F88 close up. Once I've fixed up the poly count issues I'll get around to fixing up the minor details (most probably simply through texturing, depending on how minor a detail it is). Thank you to everyone who has offered their support so far. I'll look forward to bringing some life of my own into the game, and I'll look forward to seeing the Aussies and Kiwis playing in their own uniforms!

At the moment I'm pretty much fully focused on ArmA II anyway, seeing as I can't really do much for OFP: DR without mod tools. But for now I just want to get the models themselves and the textures out of the way. Once I get the F88's done I'll have a look to see how hard it is to get them in game at a basic level, but won't go into custom animations and all that until I've finished all the models. Will do :) Once I get a real feel for the weight of doing all the work for my mod I'll see if I need to join a mod team. Though I'm stubborn, so I'll probably keep trying to go it alone :D

Firstly, my apologies to the for the large image file size on the logo. I'll fix that up as soon as I can before I put it back up. @cm. I'll figure it out ;) @cm. and Aeneas2020 Like I said, I'm flying solo and it's a learning experience. I've got very little to do in the way of working and I have no idea how long it will be before the ADF lets me in, so I've got plenty of time to do as much work as I can. I know it'll be very hard with all the tasks I'll need to do at once, so it'll be a good test to see how well I can do something with practically all training and experience being on the fly. I have looked at the excellent work done by the AAW team, but their plans aren't as idiotic as mine so I think I'll keep going this alone. Besides, more Aussie mods can only be good right? :D

This is a mod which will be designed for ArmA II and Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising. It will introduce various units, vehicles, weaponry and equipment from all three services of the Australian Defence Force (Royal Australian Navy, Australian Army, Royal Australian Air Force) to the game. Also featured will be one of their closest allies, the New Zealand Defence Force. The list below identifies all of the weapons, equipment, vehicles and units that I am considering using in the mod. This list will be updated over time, based on game and mod developments. Some weapons and equipment in the list are already in game, but will remain in the list just in case they are removed or a different variation of the same weapon is used, or simply for reference. This list is set to cover the modern and near-future Defence Force. Weapons: Australia - Pistols (L9A1, Glock 17) - Sub-Machineguns (MP5A3, MP5SD3, MP5KA4, MP5SD4) - Shotguns (Model 870P) - Assault Rifles (F88, F88S, F88C, F88S-A1C, M4A5, G36K, AICW easter egg) with various attachments - Sniper Rifles (SR-98, SR-25, Lapua Blaser Tactical 2, AW50F) - Machineguns (F89A1, F89A1-Para, MAG-58) with various attachments - Heavy Weapons (M2HB, M2QCB, Mk19 AGL, M242, M781) - Anti-Tank Weapons (M72A6 LDFSW, M3 MDFSW, FGM-148 Javelin MRAAW) - Artillery (M252 81mm Mortar, RBS-70, L119 Field Gun, M198 Howitzer) - Explosives (M18A1 Claymore, F1 Fragmentation Grenade, M83 Smoke Grenade, other TBD) New Zealand - Pistols (P226) - Sub-Machineguns (MP5A3, MP5SD3) - Shotguns (Benelli M3) - Assault Rifles (F88, F88S, F88C, F88S-A1C, M16A3) with various attachments - Sniper Rifles (AW) - Machineguns (C9, C9-Para, MAG-58) - Heavy Weapons (M2HB, M242) - Anti-Tank Weapons (M72A6 LDFSW, M3 MDFSW, FGM-148 Javelin MRAAW) - Artillery (L16A2 81mm Mortar, Mistral VLLAD, L119 Field Gun) - Explosives (M-DN71 Fragmentation Grenade, other TBD) Equipment: Australia - Weapon Sights (Swarovski1.5x, CompM2, SpecterOS3.4x, ACOG, VIPIR 2) - Night Equipment (ANPVS-14 NVG) - Uniforms (DPCU, DPDU, DPNU, Black, Grey) New Zealand - Night Equipment (M983 NVG) - Uniforms (Woodland DPM, Desert DPM, Blue) Vehicles: Australia - M1A1 A.I.M - ASLAV variants (ASLAV-25, Personnel Carrier, Command, Surveillance, Ambulance) - M113AS3/AS4 variants (Personnel Carrier, Ambulance, Command Vehicle, Mortar) - Bushmaster variants (Infantry Mobility Vehicle, Ambulance) - U1700L Unimog - Motorbikes (Honda XR250, Polaris 4x4) - Land Rover Perentie 6x6 (Long Range Patrol Vehicle, Ambulance) - Land Rover Perentie 4x4 (Mobility, Tactical Assault, Airfield Defence, Surveillance) - Helicopters (S-70A-9, S-70B-2, MRH-90 TTH, CH-47D, Tiger ARH) - Water craft (LCM-8, LCVP Mk5, F470 Zodiac, Folding Kayac) - Planes (C-130J-30, F/A-18F, F-35A) New Zealand - NZLAV IMV - U1700L Unimog - Pinzgauer LOV Variants (General Service, Ambulance, Special Operations) - Armoured Pinzgauer LOV Variants (Command and Control, Weapons Carrier) - Helicopters (SH-2G, UH-1H, NH90 TTH) - Water craft (F470 Zodiac) - Planes (C-130H) Units: Australia - Reserve Infantry (Light Infantry) - Reserve Infantry (Light Cavalry) - Royal Australian Regiment (Light Infantry) - Royal Australian Regiment (Parachute Infantry) - Royal Australian Regiment (Mechanised Infantry) - 1st Commando Regiment - 2nd Commando Regiment - Special Air Service Regiment - Tactical Assault Group (West) - Tactical Assault Group (East) - Clearance Divers - Airfield Defence Guards - Australian Federal Police Operational Responce Group - Crew and miscellaneous units New Zealand - Reserve Infantry - Royal NZ Infantry Regiment (Light Infantry) - Royal NZ Infantry Regiment (Mechanised Infantry) - 1st New Zealand Special Air Service - Counter Terrorist Tactical Assault Group - Crew and miscellaneous units Other: - Island(s) to represent Australia's involvement in a real conflict (classified) - If the situation permits, some military forces from 2 other nations ;) (Calassified) W.I.P Reports Click HERE for Promotional Update 1 Video Links Real World Stuff (don't worry, no distressing images) In game mod footage Nothing here at this time. Notes: I am working on the actual models, scripts etc myself. The reason for this is that this project is primarily a learning experience for me, but with the added intention of giving something to the gaming community. As such I do not intend to join with another mod team at this time. I am however open to any and all input and advice. If anyone see’s any mistakes, such as a missing or incorrect item on the list or problems such as missing or incorrect details on a model, please notify me. I may also be able to create a replacement pack as well. In addition, once this project is completed I may consider moving on the modeling other era's of war that Australia has been involved in. Credits: Logo designed by .:|JYD|:.PNS, winner of the Aussie Assault Mod Art Competition, Codemasters Forums! Additional note: pretty much all of the above has been copy + pasted from my thread on the CM forums, except for a few edits here and there. I meant to expand to these forums quite a while ago, but only just got around to it. Please forgive me for liking both games :p . Here's an image of my first model (incomplete) to show I am seriouse about this: