Ye Old Medieval Madness WIP

[PacDude]

I've patched together a new sharper, higher contrast NOS style playfield using several overhead shots plus the apron is done (there's regular and custom cards to pick from).

 

[btaylorstl]

Holy shit!!!! Could this really be?

 

[wtiger]

Very nice job on the playfield PacDude! I know this one is going to get a lot of people jazzed.

 

[PacDude]

Some parts in place and lower playfield model extended....

I could use some more photos, though. Quality photos of the castle, trap door decals, good troll photos, etc. could be helpful. Most 3D cross shots I have are of poor quality or at odd angles.

 

[btaylorstl]

I know that PK said that he had a bunch of new graphics that he was using in his work on Joxer/Macho's version, and he had put new trolls into the beta that looked pretty nice to my eye. I'm not sure if they'd be up to your standard, though...

 

[btaylorstl]

So what made you decide on MM, PD? You didn't seem too thrilled with the prospect over the last couple of weeks. Not that I'm complaining (obviously), just curious.

 

[PacDude]

Who says I decided on anything? I just thought I'd try constructing a new playfield from some overhead images someone pointed me to and see how it looked. I've just been playing with the layout today to see how feasible it would be.

Another test preview....

 

[btaylorstl]

Well, by the looks of it so far, I'd say it looks feasible.

 

[mystereo]

Just curious since you've begun working with VP again, how's your hand ailment?

Who says I decided on anything? I just thought I'd try constructing a new playfield from some overhead images someone pointed me to and see how it looked. I've just been playing with the layout today to see how feasible it would be.

Another test preview....

 

[Pinball_Ken]

Oh, goody, competition!

You win, PacDude. I just don't have the time these days to devote to VP. I've also got a whole bunch of graphics, but you'll need to wait until I return to my main computer tomorrow.

To a man of your skills, I don't suppose you want to know about my fixes for registering hits right across the trolls, the drawbridge and castle gate, nor balls being trapped in the moat. But if you do, I can give you a link to my beta.

PK :D

 

[PacDude]

My hand ailment is still there, but I'm not going to let a little tingling ruin my life. I've got a wrist band and I think it's what I do at work that's causing issues, not my computer. I'm only using the one at home for now, though (where I have a gel wrist rest for my mouse and a proper chair/monitor height, etc.).

PK, Gary just sent me a bunch of photos. I think I probably have all I need now. Thanks, anyway. The issues with the current MM shouldn't exist here as it's a new table design. I'm using a true moat ramp, not just a kicker, etc.

Plastics and basic GI now in place.... (still need to do ramps, flashers and lights)

 

[subzero]

PD - I could kiss you!!!! If this retains the high standards of all your other pins then I might just plant a smacker on ya!!!!

 

[ballsaver]

So this means PK is throwing the towel in on his version?

 

[Pinball_Ken]

So this means PK is throwing the towel in on his version?

Nope, ballsaver

But neither does it mean I'm in a race with PacDude!

It'll be done, when it's done and a slot is awaiting me at AJs.

PK :D

 

[kalmreisender]

Too bad that i can just do one vote! But you get 3 thumbs for your choice for doing MM.
p.s. i hope "Pinball Magic" will be your next W.I.P.
best wishes

 

[jpsalas]

Very nice shots! Now maybe we will have not just a new MM but 2 MM's!

 

[tiltjlp]

Very nice shots! Now maybe we will have not just a new MM but 2 MM's!

Or maybe 3 if Jammin7474 sends me his tables so I can add them here.

 

[zerhino]

And jamin has, so we now have a grand total of 4 versions of Medieval Madness which is quickly becoming my favorite table.
We now also have a competition between PD and PK, that will be an interesting matchup.

 

[btaylorstl]

Uh...I thought he said he already uploaded it and Back to the Future to PN and they are awaiting verification?

 

[zerhino]

Uh...I thought he said he already uploaded it and Back to the Future to PN and they are awaiting verification?

Yeah..........that's what I said......,...

 

[tiltjlp]

Jamin7474 had some problems with uploading, which he seems to have solved now. He sent two of them to me, which I added, and uploaded X Files, and it took this time. All three of Jamin7474's tables are available now. And as time allows him. scapino will be adding his tables here also.

 

[yogiholzer]

Here are a few photos of the real table. In case anyone can use.

http://www.pinball-shop.de/product_...th=6_36&products_id=112&mcID=7#media_elements
http://www.pinball-shop.de/product_info.php?mscID=10&cPath=6_36&products_id=112&mcID=7&page=2

There are many of other tables too. Start here:
http://www.pinball-shop.de/shop.php?cPath=6&osCsid=d3b73c80dca6f64f01a25578c8dcd5a2

 

[mastercontrol65]

Wow PacDude,
Your wip version of medieval madness is looking incredible..Keep up the good work!!!

P.S.---Your Monopoly table is fantastic...:)

 

[steven_nl]

Maybe this is kicking in an open door (old Dutch saying), but have you considered using a trackball? A friend of mine is a professional graphical designer, he uses one all the time.

My hand ailment is still there, but I'm not going to let a little tingling ruin my life. I've got a wrist band and I think it's what I do at work that's causing issues, not my computer. I'm only using the one at home for now, though (where I have a gel wrist rest for my mouse and a proper chair/monitor height, etc.).