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TCF Thor Unveiled

Posted: Sat May 29, 2010 4:18 pm
by Starwolf1991
Say hello to the TCF Thor:
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A joint-project by myself and FSF. He created the entire model, as well as added POF Data and glowpoints. I created the concept from which the model was born. The concept I refer to is the C-2, found on my concepts thread. A lot of credit goes to FSF for all the work hes done to make it possible.

The Thor was inspired after the Wasp Fighter for the United Earth Front from Supreme Commander 2. Originally designed to be an interceptor, it has since become an assault fighter, meant to succeed the Hercules family line. It largely does that, and can replace the Erinyes or Ares in some circumstances. It has half the Erinyes firepower, and isn't as heavily armored or shielded as the Ares, but boasts better speed and maneuverability in order to compensate.

True, it has no textures to speak of. But even without them, I believe it looks amazing. I would eventually like to get a texture for it completed. In the meantime, enjoy!

Posted: Tue Jun 01, 2010 4:18 pm
by ghhyrd
Very nice, it looks a little like
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Crashed into
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Beautiful model, Loving the detail

Posted: Wed Jun 02, 2010 1:16 am
by Snail
Good job FSF, nice model.

Posted: Wed Jun 02, 2010 2:38 am
by Starwolf1991
Ha! So it does, ghhyrd. Nice observation.

A textured version of the Thor is currently in the works. I recently discussed with FSK the possibility of him texturing it, and he agreed to do it. I can't really cover what was discussed, but what I can tell you is that the Thor will look fantastic in the end.

So, fingers crossed, you'll get to see it soon.

Posted: Wed Jun 02, 2010 1:54 pm
by Snail
Awesome. Can't wait to see it.

Posted: Wed Jun 02, 2010 2:13 pm
by Starwolf1991
As some of you may know already, the Thor's name has become a highlight on the Hard-Light Forums. A few people have suggested that the name be changed, as Thor is already in use by this craft:

http://www.hard-light.net/wiki/index.php/FTFx_Thor

A name change is pretty much bound to happen anyway, so I've given in to the suggestions. At current, I have already stated reserving "Viking" as a possible name, and General Battuta has suggested "Durendal". For those who don't know French legends or missed it on Hard-Light, Durendal is the name of the Mystical Sword of Roland, Charlemagne's revered Paladin. It is also said to possible mean "To Endure".

If you would like to forward a suggestion for a name, post it either here or on the hard-light forum. I will eventually run a poll so the final name can be voted. This will more then likely happen closer to when the texture is complete.

Posted: Wed Jun 02, 2010 3:13 pm
by Snail
Can we use the alternative spelling of Durendal, Durandal? It sounds a bit better.

Posted: Wed Jun 02, 2010 3:56 pm
by Starwolf1991
If it gets chosen as the final name, of course =)

Meanwhile, just have to wait and see if anything else gets suggested.

Posted: Mon Jun 07, 2010 3:38 pm
by Starwolf1991
Redirected from Hard-Light:

"I have decided.

Due to a lack of suggested names and my increasing failed attempts at not referring to the Thor as Durandal (At least to myself), Durandal will be the new and final name for the Thor."

Congratulations goes to General Battuta for the name. Everyone should give him a round of applause. Not here though! On the Hard-Light thread, you should.

Posted: Mon Jun 07, 2010 5:28 pm
by Snail
Now we just need textures. :)

Posted: Tue Jun 22, 2010 1:14 pm
by Starwolf1991
There has been some posts regarding a major bug the Durandal had. The bug was identified and fixed. For details of what the bug was and whatever else was spoken, please check the Hard-Light thread.

Posted: Tue Jun 22, 2010 9:48 pm
by Snail
Yo Starwolf, any news from FSK? :)

Posted: Tue Jun 22, 2010 9:49 pm
by ShadowGorrath
I think the answer's pretty obvious

Posted: Tue Jun 22, 2010 9:56 pm
by Snail
I think the answer's pretty obvious
You never know with FSK.

Posted: Wed Jun 23, 2010 11:34 am
by Matthew
I'm not usually a freespace guy, but that is one sexy fighter.