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On the Green - July 2015
Posted by
The Satellite
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05 Jul 2015
Welcome once again to On the Green, the PureZC monthly newsletter! Quest production has been a little slow lately, but there's plenty of summer left to produce your masterpiece of adventure! In the mean time, the music database is really hopping! Why not give a listen and a rating to the midis there? You might even find something for your own projects!Staff Notes
- We are happy to bring Jaghnus as our new Forum Assistant! We are confident he will do a great job.
- Both Eddy and Nexas have been moved from Chat Staff to Database Assistant and Forum Assistant, respectively. Big congratulations to them!
- Please also welcome our new chat staff: Evan20000, Hergiswi, and Nathaniel! We are excited to have so many past retired staff in the chat room!
- Finally, a big thank you to everyone who submitted a staff application. There were many great applicants, but unfortunately so few positions to fill. If you are still interested in becoming a staff member, we hope you'll consider applying next time.
- The Purist has got their third issue published, featuring Eddy, who is reviewing the quest "The Legend of Zelda - Remastered 1st Quest" by Matthew Bluefox. Discussion and thoughts regarding the review are heavily encouraged, so why not drop by and take a read? Maybe this could be the quest for you?
- And guess what? Issue #4 is up too! What Smash Bros 4 newcomers are your favorites? In this newest article, Scootaloo discusses her personal favorites, and you're welcome to join in.
- Big Moldorm by ywkls: A scripted lanmola type enemy with an "angry" mode inspired by LttP's Big Moldorm.
- Groundhog Emotional Cutscene by Aslion: If you go in expecting groundhogs you'll be disappointed, but this original midi is still worth a listen.
- LttP Style Bow by Lejes: An item/ffc script that provides a bow animation and delay to mimic the bow from LttP!
- A Tale of Greifland by GrantGrief: This story-driven quest project features a massive, diverse overworld where exploration is key to success!
- BETA by Dimentio and Joelmacool12: A joke quest that promises to be much more than that! Features include entertaining dungeons, fully scripted items, and big custom bosses!
Link fights enemies, uncovers secrets, and collects items in every Zelda game. But never has he fought quite so many enemies, uncovered quite so many secrets or collected quite so many items as he does in tlseward's Link Saves the Girl 3. As the name implies, this quest follows Link as he attempts to save the girl for the third time. Neither the quest's story nor its map design is particularly inspired, but what the product lacks in creativity it makes up in gameplay quality. The overworld is large and almost completely accessible from the start of the adventure, fostering a satisfying sense of discovery even before one enters the first level. Enemies are everywhere, but they never feel totally overwhelming: it's clear that tlseward took the time to tune the difficulty carefully. The New 1st Graphics are simple but used effectively, complementing thoughtful MIDI selections. All in all, Link Saves the Girl 3 is a fun romp very much in the spirit of the original Legend of Zelda. Give it a shot; just remember to stock up on bombs!
Current and Upcoming Contests
- Enemy of the Month: Submissions for #12 are still open! Submissions will close soon!
- Map of the Month: Vote in #65 and submit to #66! Submissions close soon!
- Screenshot: Challenge Accepted: Vote in #70 and submit to #71!
- Screenshot of the Week: Submissions due every Sunday!
On the Green - June 2015
Posted by
Aevin
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07 Jun 2015
Welcome once again to On the Green, the PureZC monthly newsletter! It's summer for much of the world, and with school letting out, many members should have an abundance of time to play and make quests. But don't neglect other resources, either. Remember that other members may find the music or custom tiles used in your own quest valuable as well. Why not share the wealth?Staff Notes
- We are now accepting applications for new staff. There are two open positions available. If you're interested, check out here for details and how to apply. Applications close June 21st.
- There were a lot of staff promotions these past weeks. Congratulations to Eddy and Nexas for being promoted to Chat Staff, DaviAwesome to a Forum Assistant, and Aevin to an Administrator! Let's hope they all do a great job with their new positions.
- To avoid further confusion between General Discussion and General Entertainment, the staff have decided to rename General Entertainment to Gaming and Entertainment.
- Furthermore, General Computer Discussion/Aid has been renamed to Computers and Technology to broaden the focus of the forum a little bit.
- The Purist has published their second issue, featuring Jaghnus and Binx! Check it out to hear their thoughts on inserting custom music into games. Discussion is encouraged, so why not drop by and give your own ideas on the subject?
- How Do I Play Zelda by Joelmacool12: An actual non-joke quest by Joelmacool! This dungeon romper features gorgeous screen design, a whopping eleven dungeons, and two gigantic overworlds!
- Zelda Awakening Enemies by Mero: These authentic loose tiles are a compilation of all the sprites from Zelda's Awakening, useful for replacing existing enemy sprites or for creating custom enemies!
- Rocket Quest Title Song by RocketGrunt: This Punk-Rock genre MIDI features an upbeat, memorable theme! Why not use it for the title screen of your quest?
- Ganon's Resurrection Reborn by DaLink: A quest about the resurrection of Ganon has been resurrected itself! After a long hiatus, this project has received a lot of attention in its new form.
- The Nightfall Blade by Coolgamer012345 and Jared: This project features a story steeped in classic Zelda lore, but with some original twists.
- Quest 745 by Bagel: The sequel to the popular Quest 744, this project aims to improve on the original with far more than a single digit.
- TLoZ: The Whistle of Wisdom by Joelmacool12: Another serious quest project from prolific quest maker Joelmacool, the finished quest will feature stray fairies like those found in Majora's Mask!
Legend of Zelda -Temples of Turmoil by TK8305:
Originally posted on October 12, 2013, this quest revolves around Link saving Zelda from Ganon yet again, though this time in the peculiar land of Elemia! This supposedly onerous, combat-focused quest has Link rummage through eight different temples in search of Gemstones. Some people commend this quest for its decorative aesthetics and imaginative and creative dungeons while others find its screens egregiously teeming with enemies. If you are searching for a combat-based challenge, then definitely check this one out!
Current and Upcoming Contests
- Enemy of the Month: Vote in #11, submissions to #12 opening soon!
- Map of the Month: Vote in #64 and submit to #65!
- Screenshot: Challenge Accepted: Vote in #70 and submit to #71!
- Screenshot of the Week: Submissions due every Sunday!
On the Green - May 2015
Posted by
The Satellite
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03 May 2015
Welcome to another edition of On the Green! This past month has been a great one for scripts and tiles. Some of the highlights are here, but don't forget to look into the databases for more resources and new quests!Community Spotlight
- PureZC's 13-year anniversary is on May 10th! To the members who've been here from the start and those who've joined along the way, we thank you all for contributing to our wonderful community. Let's move forward into these awkward teenage years together!
- The PureZC Editorial Team has got something cooking. Keep your eyes open for their first issue, coming soon!
- ALttP Beamos by Moosh: Is there a Zelda fan that doesn't know what this FFC enemy script does? It's awesome, check it out!
- Eyegore by Moosh: This FFC enemy script produces miniature versions of the classic LttP enemy.
- Pot Breaking Animation and SFXby Avataro: A global script that does exactly what the title says! Tired of pots with no animation and sound? Pick this one up!
- Brightsea Empire by jsm116: A heavily-scripted project featuring a lot of secrets. Its story delves into the fall of an ancient empire.
- TLoZ: Titan's Gate by Gégé: French speaker? Francophile? Or maybe just a lover of expansive, scripted projects? Best give this one a look!
- Zephyrian Conquest by Sparkster: A multicultural month for active projects! This intensive, story-driven project is in German, but may see an English translation as well.
Carnage in Space by MoscowModder:
This unique scripted quest makes significant changes to the ZC engine. In Carnage in Space, you'll battle against tons of enemies in a shooter-style with many weapons to unlock. It's all about action and excitement as you battle your way through the game's 9 stages, but there are also secret bosses and weapons to find! Praise for the game has been almost universal, but a few players felt its game play became dull and repetitive after awhile. Is this unique take on Zelda Classic for you? Why not give this shooter a shot?
Current and Upcoming Contests
- Enemy of the Month: Submit to #11, the Aquamentus theme!
- Map of the Month: Vote in #63 and submit to #64 soon!
- Screenshot: Challenge Accepted: Keep your eyes open for new contests on Fridays!
- Screenshot of the Week: Submissions due every Sunday!
On the Green - April 2015
Posted by
The Satellite
,
05 Apr 2015
Spring is here for much of the world! Enjoying the warmer weather? Why not head out to a park? Just make sure to bring your laptop, since you never know when the Zelda Classic urge will strike!Staff Notes
- There have been some recent changes to how the staff handles moderation notices within threads. Please check here for details.
- The Finals for NewJourneysFire's Unofficial Demo of the Year contest will be coming next week (as of this posting). You can find the contests in the General ZC Discussionsection of the forum. Best of luck to the competitors!
- Isolation by Matt Bick: A Metroidvania quest in which Link explores an isolated island. Help him recover his equipment and escape back to Hyrule!
- Moblin Invasion by TheOnlyOne: A challenging mini-quest from the maker of the acclaimed To The Top!
- How Do I Play Zelda? by Joelmacool12: A serious dungeon-romper from the popular joke-quest maker. Keep an eye on this one!
- The Land of Anarchy by bmc10011: This full, story-driven quest project has shown a lot of progress.
- The Legend of Amy Rose 3 by Eddy: The third in this Sonic/Zelda crossover series, this quest promises vast improvements over its predecessors.
- To the Bottom by Jamian: A proof of concept for a Binding of Isaac inspired random dungeon generator. Will this eventually be built into a complete quest?
Zero Quest by King Aquamentus:
Zero Quest bills itself as a first quest remake, but one look at the screenshots shows that it's not afraid to do its own thing. Reviews are mixed but generally positive, with some calling it the definitive Zelda 1 remake, praising both its uniqueness and familiarity. Others, however, feel that it brings little new to the table in comparison with other remakes. Which is it for you? Why not try it and see?
Current and Upcoming Contests
- Enemy of the Month: Voting on challenge #10 opening soon!
- Screenshot: Challenge Accepted: Keep your eyes open for new contests on Fridays!
- Map of the Month: Vote in #62 and submit to #63 soon!
- Screenshot of the Week: Submissions due every Sunday!
APRIL EXTRAVAGANZA!!!!!!
Posted by
The Satellite
,
01 Apr 2015
[Intro Goes Here. Something peppy, so they think we're really excited about this.]Staff Notes
- After numerous suggestions on our rating system, we've arrived at what we think is a fair compromise. From now on, forum member Eddy will be solely responsible for rating quests. Thanks, Eddy!
- LinktheMaster took a peek into PureZC's code ... YOU'LL NEVER GUESS WHAT HAPPENED NEXT!!!
- We're seeking volunteers to help with our annual Dismemberment Expo. Speak up if you'd like to lend a hand!
- Is NewJourneysFire an alien?! The answer may surprise you ...
- Snake by Gremlin: Move snake, eat apples. This is amazing!
- TLoZ: Skyward Sword by Shigeru Miyamoto: This heavily scripted quest from newcomer Shigeru Miyamoto really pushes the limits of the ZC engine. It's no Isle of Rebirth, but nice effort for a first quest!
- Shanghai Tower by Gensler: This ambitious project has set its goals sky high!
- Unfinished Obelisk by Hatshepsut: We've been waiting a long time for this project to be finished, but I have a feeling it's worth the wait. It looks incredible!
- Steveamentus by Aevin: An epic mini-quest with a crazy twist ending!
Hero of Dreams by Shoelace:
Having never played the hotly-praised Hero of Dreams, I tried to go into this with an open mind. After making it all the way to the screenshots on the quest page, I can now safely say this quest is not for me. The very first screenshot features what appears to be a DragonBall Z space capsule, making it clear the quest is little more than DBZ fan fiction. You all watch DBZ, right? Well, it's clear this "Shoelace" guy adores it, as confirmed by the third shot, which shows some sort of grim reaper alien powering up a ki blast to attack the player. Shot 6 shows off one of the quest's scripted bosses, a team of wizzrobes that attacks in-synch in predictable patterns. I love wizzrobes, so this was arguably the biggest draw to the quest for me. But the positive impression is ruined by the religious symbolism of the wizzrobes forming a cross - Nintendo was known to avoid symbols like these in their games, and a true fan of the Zelda series would know that. Shame on you, Shoelace! The second to last screenshot, showing a place called "Eagle Hell," reveals the plot twist of the game, namely that Link has been a dead bird of prey the entire time. At last, we see the final boss of the game, the oddly-named "Wolfblimp," who simply can't be taken seriously as a villain because someone buried the poor creature up to his neck, forcing him to spew fireballs clumsily in the direction of the player instead of attacking properly with his claws. Considering all of this, I think it's safe to say I've seen enough of this quest. Steer clear of this one, folks, as the screenshots simply don't live up to the hype.
Current and Upcoming Contests
- Screenshot of the Minute: Submissions due every-- Whoops, you just missed it!
- Treasure Map of the Month: Could you be the one to track down Blackbeard's Gold?
- Screenshot: Challenge Accepted: Vote in this week's Calculus Challenge!
- Enemy of the Decade: Submissions due tomorrow; voting opens April 2025!
- Three-legged Races with DCEnygma: Please don't stare. He's sensitive about it.
