Forums Costume Creator Contest ...

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So one of my favorite things in CoH was the costume constest held in the forums. I would like to carry that tradition to our great new game here.

Rules:
1. Make a toon that follows the theme.
2. Submit screen shots in this thread before the end of the contest.
3. Decisions are final and can not be contested. I will decide the winner of the contest at the end and send them a PM for details on delivering their in-game prize.
4. Have fun!

Prize: It's rare and can only be found a very certian way. I'll surpirse the winner with the prize at the end of the contest.

So here is our first theme ....

STEAMPUNK
Make a toon of any size, shape, color that you think best fits the Steampunk theme.

Since it might take a while to get this one going, we'll let the first one go for two weeks. This means all posts must be submitted before 9/30.

Good Luck!

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PS. I found something that might help you name your new toon:

Steampunk Name Generator
http://brassgoggles.co.uk/blog/steampunk-resources/steampunk-name-generator

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Sweet! I'm a huge steampunk fan! I even have a roleplaying character that I always use. I'll get to working on making him in CO! :D

-Southstar

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You're making it too easy for me after I already posted him in the other costume thread ;)

The least I could do was take a fresh screenshot.

Here's Steam Powered Rat:
http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p272/ButstonFreem/CO%20chars/steam.jpg

Bio I could squeeze into the limited ingame space:
Dr. Lester is nothing short of a genius. However he missed the technical advancement and all his machines are still steam powered. His newest invention is a prototype steam powered super armor. Still too dangerous for human use, his highly intelligent lab rat (which lately teached itself to speak) is running field tests. When the Qularr attacked, Steam Powered Rat was right in the middle of it and the power armor could finally show it's full potential in actual combat.

Dr. Lester (until I think of a better name) is also his future nemesis. He goes crazy and tries to turn millenium city into a steam powered utopia, minus the people.

Although I'm a lot less entusiastic about this character since I discovered that somebody else had, independently, nearly the exact same idea (minus the steampunk theme).
Also tunneling characters level awfully slow, but he looks so cute jumping into the ground ;)

Edit: fixed the screenshot

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I think that is the wrong screenshot.

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Steampunk Iron man
http://www.craphound.com/images/C-VM-IM&stark.jpg

Might help some with ideas ...

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This was a Steampunk attempt to my Bunn-E character, ended up not using it though.

http://i29.tinypic.com/1zdomsw.jpg

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If you click Asimov in my Signature, you'll see I already have a Steampunk character :)

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If you click Asimov in my Signature, you'll see I already have a Steampunk character :)

Yes, I know Asimov. I will enter him in the contest.

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This was a Steampunk attempt to my Bunn-E character, ended up not using it though.

http://i29.tinypic.com/1zdomsw.jpg

Are those shoulder pads only avaialble for females?

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Here's my version of a steampunk ironman called Omegabot.

http://yfrog.com/04screenshot2009091822032j
http://yfrog.com/29screenshot2009091822041j
http://yfrog.com/4qscreenshot2009091822034j

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Are those shoulder pads only avaialble for females?

They're were a bonus costume part for pre-ordering from Play.com. At least got something nifty for all the waiting with them. ;)

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Well well well, steampunk eh? I think I'll throw my hand at it with my little lady here. Shariah Steam - - - http://hochroter-drache.deviantart.com/art/Shariah-Steam-137611364
Enjoy :D

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I will make a design soon but I feel my chances are pretty bleak against the awesome Asimov design.

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Well well well, steampunk eh? I think I'll throw my hand at it with my little lady here. Shariah Steam - - - http://hochroter-drache.deviantart.com/art/Shariah-Steam-137611364
Enjoy :D

We have a winner.

Outstanding design! Asimov is humbled.

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Okay here is my try at a steampunk character design. Hope you like it.

Archibald Cogsmith (http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj236/L07u5/Archibald.jpg)

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Pretty slick :D

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redmond darknoll (http://i37.tinypic.com/149826b.png)

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I just realised I hadn't actually submitted any picture, apart from my signature. Sorry :o

Here ya go. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/linvuiet/CHampions/Asimov-1.jpg)

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well, it may take a second to get the reference, but the ultimate steam punks ever are found as a player race in a very, very, very popular MMO, I recreated my Main from that game here as soon as I first logged in.

i have his two costumes that he'll have


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can you figure out what game? and Race/Class?

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well, it may take a second to get the reference, but the ultimate steam punks ever are found as a player race in a very, very, very popular MMO, I recreated my Main from that game here as soon as I first logged in.

i have his two costumes that he'll have


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can you figure out what game? and Race/Class?

Dwarfs from warhammer? Engineer maybe. Oh now I see its from that warhammer ripoff everyones talking about. :p

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This is great, I love steampunk so much that I've decided to break my self-imposed rules against posting in online forums. My main toon that I've played since the beta is steampunk, as is one of my main alts that I created recently. Let me see if I can figure out how to post pics of them correctly:

http://s888.photobucket.com/albums/ac83/JKorber/?action=view&current=Brass.jpg

http://s888.photobucket.com/albums/ac83/JKorber/?action=view&current=Boilerplate.jpg

Hopefully that worked out ok. I'm loving seeing your steampunk designs so far.

Incidentally, this probably isn't the right place for this, but while all you steampunk inclined people are in one place I can't resist. Does anyone know of a steampunk supergroup in Champions. I'd love to join up. If not, is anyone interested in forming one?

Loki Liesmith

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I just noticed..... is it just me, or are most people here using the steampunk pack? it's an awesome piece no doubt, but I avoided it because I thought it would be sorta cliche and it wouldnt really fit the look of my toon anyway :D

ANYWAY, awesome designs so far and I see some stiff competition :D good luck all :D

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Great work everyone.

Just to recap, I'll post a minor critique of each entry, annouce the winner and annouce the next contest on 10/1.

If you have a recommendation for our next contest please let me know.

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I just noticed..... is it just me, or are most people here using the steampunk pack? it's an awesome piece no doubt, but I avoided it because I thought it would be sorta cliche and it wouldnt really fit the look of my toon anyway :D

ANYWAY, awesome designs so far and I see some stiff competition :D good luck all :D

Yes I noticed that as well, so I guess I should do a costume Explanation.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Co/Costume_Mariel_Martog_KompressorCom.jpg


Dwarfs from warhammer? Engineer maybe. Oh now I see its from that warhammer ripoff everyones talking about.

Yes its from that horrible game from that horrible company in Irvine, but I have a soft spot in my heart for Gnomes especially ones with Death rays.

Great work everyone.

Just to recap, I'll post a minor critique of each entry, annouce the winner and annouce the next contest on 10/1.

If you have a recommendation for our next contest please let me know.

Space Pirate Amazon Ninja Catgirls, S.P.A.N.C. -( http://www.sjgames.com/spanc/ )

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http://www.champions-online.com/rate_my_champion/623075
Edward Brass, a steam and spring automaton who was supposed to be unveiled during the worlds fair unfortunately odd circumstance sent him through time to the present day. He's taken up being a hero, because that's what a proper gent would do.

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What the hey, I'll toss my guy in there
http://www.champions-online.com/rate_my_champion/258105

Steamtech power armor (Might build not Power Armor :P)

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Sky Ranger - Alexandra Sky is not of our Earth. In fact she is not even of our dimension. Alex is an Advanced Human Replica Clockwork (AHRC) from an alternate universe that is still in the 1890's. The first of her kind, Alex was put into service as a special operative of Her Majesties Air Corp. After two years of loyal service Alex, called Sky Ranger by the public, was called to stand before the Queen in reward. It was at that time that one of the Empire's most determined foes, Professor Radium attacked. Sky Ranger was able to defeat his plot to kill the Queen but the Professor had a backup plan. He detonated a device that had been hidden within the Palace! When Sky "awoke" she found herself on a repair table in Doctor Silverback's lab. Now, trapped in a world not her own, she continues to fight for justice and hopes that one day she can find a way home.

Key Features of the AHRC:
- Advanced high performance clockwork gear system that allows for realistic human movement, increased reaction time and increased strength.
- Miniature Analytic Engine Brain. Gives the AHRC a thinking capacity faster than a human.
- Synth Skin - Derived from reversed engineered Martian technology. Life like feel with increased resistance to damage.
- Tesla Reactor - a micro-power cell that generates an electrical field which allows the AHRC to function.
- Aetheric Flight Pack - Backpack unit that allows the AHRC to defy gravity using a mineral salvaged from a Martian war machine. This mineral draws upon the aether to neutralize gravity in a tight field around the wearer of the pack.
- Marconi Shortwave Communicator - built in shortwave communications system that allows for sending and receiving of radio signals over long distances.

Features unique to AHRC-01X "Alexandra Sky"
- Unlike other HRC models, Alexandra has exceeded the initial programming of her Analytic Engine. The Babbage institute theorizes that her awareness and ability to achieve human emotion is due to an anomaly in the Analytic Engine's programming caused by the use of Martian technology and the experimental Tesla Reactor.

-Alexandra carries two Colt Peacemakers that were gifted to her by Buffalo Bill Cody after she saved his life in a train robbery. These Peacemakers have been retooled to charge each round with an aetheric field. This allows each bullet to pass through energy fields and increases their damage potential.

Sky Ranger - Her Majesties Air Corp Uniform (http://www.moosegoboom.com/users/ga/CO/sky1.jpg)


Sky Ranger - "Space Girl" outfit and second Air Corps Uniform shot (http://www.moosegoboom.com/users/ga/CO/sky2.jpg)

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Just a heads up (and a bump) I am considering that the theme for the next contest will be:

Golden Age Heroes









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Just a heads up (and a bump) I am considering that the theme for the next contest will be:

Golden Age Heroes



so like heroes before the comic code....

I have one already in mind

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so like heroes before the comic code....

I have one already in mind

I'm not sure about that but something that would fit in the 1940s view of what a Superhero would look like. For more information look here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_Age_(comics)

Edit: Fixed link

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I'm not sure about that but something that would fit in the 1940s view of what a Superhero would look like. For more information look here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_Age_(comics)

Fixed the link.

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He started as a vague costume idea I was tinkering around with, but I like him so much he's now my main character. Ladies and gentlemen, I present Otto Selfwinding. (http://www.champions-online.com/rate_my_champion/1035181)

Otto was built to serve as a butler for the infamous Mad Duke of Moorsburough. When angry townsfolk stormed the castle and put the Duke's head on a pike, Otto suddenly found himself homeless and unemployed. He spent several decades traveling the world, working odd jobs and improving himself. Recently he decided to get into the hero business for his own inscrutable reasons.

Here's a screenshot (http://www.box.net/shared/x3zt0xx0g0) of Otto in flight.

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Here is Grapple (http://www.box.net/shared/d39yyra4z2), who I'm thinking of using as Otto Selfwinding's nemesis.

Grapple was a dungeon guard for the Mad Duke. The Duke's final instructions to him were to destroy all of the castle's automatons, because he didn't want to share the secrets of their construction. Only Otto succeeded in escaping, but Grapple will never tire of tracking him down.

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here's my entry

Pneuman Cogswallop
The faithful autominous manservant/training device of legendary boxer "Burlington Haymaker." "Tea Sir? A Right Hook perhaps? ...indeed sir."

http://imgur.com/bKjvT.png

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Rudegato, Pneuman Cogswallop is fantastic! Nice job indeed.

Loki Liesmith

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I am Professor Dockworthington!
Love Me!

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I am Professor Dockworthington!
Love Me!

I'm soo jealous of those players who got that backpack. Wasn't there a way to get multiple preorder bonuses? I went with Best Buy becuase my 8 year old son wanted the Grond action figure.

Great stuff everyone.

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Hmmm, I wonder if mine fits the theme. :confused:

Meet Steamy (http://www.champions-online.com/rate_my_champion/1139715), an old mining cyborg who helped rebuilding Millenium City.

Not a very original design or name, but I like the lil fellow. :D

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I don't have a design (yet!), but I have to say I really like some of the designs posted.

My personal favorite is Asmiov, extremely awesome. What is he, gadgeteering?

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could i post my golden age hero plox?

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could i post my golden age hero plox?

If you could wait until 10/1 that would really help.

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http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy316/GreenKnux/DoctorAutomaton-1.jpg

Incidentally, I didn't make him for the contest. He is my main character. Adogg and I played together in game and he suggested I enter him.

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http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy316/GreenKnux/DoctorAutomaton-1.jpg

Incidentally, I didn't make him for the contest. He is my main character. Adogg and I played together in game and he suggested I enter him.

Glad to see you took my advice and I had a good time stomping those Telenois boys with you. Man that first room was very hard (which made it fun).

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This thread is so much win, some really great looking designs. And the names are just killing me; Pneuman Cogswallop?, freaking hilarious.

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Earl Theodore Gooding - created for the contest
http://img515.imageshack.us/img515/6133/steampunk.jpg (http://img515.imageshack.us/i/steampunk.jpg/)

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This thread is so much win, some really great looking designs. And the names are just killing me; Pneuman Cogswallop?, freaking hilarious.

I've got a serious evening of judging and commenting ahead of me!

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Well since I had a Steampunk character well ahead of seeing this contest, I may as well enter it. :D

Nick Chopper- A mysterious steampunk style golem found in the ruins of an abandoned factory by a biker gang making its lair there. Upon fixing him up and reactivating him, they discovered he had a very amiable and human personality, but no memories whatsoever. They gave him his name because he was built like a their vehicle of choice (a chopper) and he looked an awful lot like the Tin Woodsman...

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Well since I had a Steampunk character well ahead of seeing this contest, I may as well enter it. :D

Nick Chopper- A mysterious steampunk style golem found in the ruins of an abandoned factory by a biker gang making its lair there. Upon fixing him up and reactivating him, they discovered he had a very amiable and human personality, but no memories whatsoever. They gave him his name because he was built like a their vehicle of choice (a chopper) and he looked an awful lot like the Tin Woodsman...

Can I comission you to do some photoshop work on my toons? I'm trying to take 6 toons I have, which represent each member of my family, and make a family portrait....

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The pinnacle of 19th century German engineering*, the Eisenraufer automatic guard!

http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/7813/eisenraufer1.jpg

http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/5650/eisenraufer2.jpg





* proper German grammar not included

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Not sure if we're allowed multiple entries, but since I've had all these steampunk designs even before the contest I figured I'd post it anyway whether it counts or not.

I realized I forgot to post up Colonel Brass' alternate costume.

http://s888.photobucket.com/albums/ac83/JKorber/?action=view&current=Brass2.jpg

I must say I'm enjoying these designs a great deal.

Loki Liesmith

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Not sure if we're allowed multiple entries, but since I've had all these steampunk designs even before the contest I figured I'd post it anyway whether it counts or not.


Yes! and I like where your heads at. The contest is about sharing and building something around a common theme. If you want to make a bunch then go for it.

I've got my work cut out for me tonight. There are sooo many good toons to choose from.

Just a reminder please post your entries tonight so I can post my reviews tomorrow. (and the winner!)

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post respectfully removed by poster. thank you.

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For the record, here are all four (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/linvuiet/CHampions/Asimovx4.jpg)of Asimov's chassis. :)

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Complete list of entires:

1. Steam Powered Rat by Butson
http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p272/ButstonFreem/CO%20chars/steam.jpg

2. Bunn-E by Saia
http://i29.tinypic.com/1zdomsw.jpg

3. Omegabot by Blingster
http://img4.yfrog.com/img4/8619/screenshot2009091822032.jpg

4. Shariah Steam by Hochroter-Drache
http://fc02.deviantart.com/fs50/f/2009/263/8/3/Shariah_Steam_by_Hochroter_Drache.png

5. Archibald Cogsmith by L07u5
http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj236/L07u5/Archibald.jpg

6. Redmon Darknoll by Repus
http://i37.tinypic.com/149826b.png

7. Asimov by Squidbot
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/linvuiet/CHampions/Asimov-1.jpg
and
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/linvuiet/CHampions/Asimovx4.jpg

8. Kompressor by Marial_Martog
http://forums.champions-online.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4809&d=1253601597
and
http://forums.champions-online.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4818&d=1253616076

9. Colonel Brass by Loki_Liesmith
http://i888.photobucket.com/albums/ac83/JKorber/Brass.jpg
and
http://i888.photobucket.com/albums/ac83/JKorber/Brass2.jpg

10. Boilerplate by Loki_Liesmith
http://i888.photobucket.com/albums/ac83/JKorber/Boilerplate.jpg

11. Edward Brass by Krugerrand
http://www.champions-online.com/rate_my_champion/623075

12. Viktor by The_Server
http://www.champions-online.com/rate_my_champion/258105

13. Sky Ranger by Silver_Saber
http://www.moosegoboom.com/users/ga/CO/sky1.jpg
and
http://www.moosegoboom.com/users/ga/CO/sky2.jpg

14. Otto Selfwinding by Snow_Owl
http://www.champions-online.com/rate_my_champion/1035181
and
http://www.box.net/shared/x3zt0xx0g0

15. Grapple by Snow_Owl
http://www.box.net/shared/d39yyra4z2

16. Pneuman Cogswallop by rudegato
http://imgur.com/bKjvT.png

17. Professor Bockworthington by Goronian
http://forums.champions-online.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5118&d=1253981592

18. Steamy by Aeglos
http://www.champions-online.com/rate_my_champion/1139715

19. Doctor Automaton by Tarage
http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy316/GreenKnux/DoctorAutomaton-1.jpg

20. Earl Theodore Gooding by Ifrit
http://img515.imageshack.us/img515/6133/steampunk.jpg

21. Nick Chopper by personae
http://forums.champions-online.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5233&d=1254248687

22. Eisenraufer by Syngyne
http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/7813/eisenraufer1.jpg

23. Telefunken U-47 by ArtMonster
http://forums.champions-online.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5266&d=1254329807

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So now I'll give the top toons and two honorable mentions:

Honorable Mentions:

Steam Powered Rat by Butson
http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p...hars/steam.jpg

What a great concept! Obviously the backpack fits our goal. However, for some reason my focus is drawn to the oversized hands. They fit perfectly with what I think a cyborg mouse would have for hands. Great toon.

Nick Chopper by personae
http://forums.champions-online.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5233&d=1254248687
A+ for presentation and story. Both add a huge amount to this toon. I really liked the how you mixed the steampunk bracer, shoulder pads and boots with pants and a shirt. You wouldn’t think something that simple would make a robot toon stand out but it really does.

Now for the top Five (in reverse order):

#5. Earl Theodore Gooding by Ifrit
http://img515.imageshack.us/img515/6133/steampunk.jpg
I loved the use of the military shirt and flintlocks. Combine that with the traditional backpack and authentic name and you have a steampunk character no one can doubt.

#4. Boilerplate by Loki_Liesmith
http://i888.photobucket.com/albums/ac83/JKorber/Boilerplate.jpg
Again great presentation. Perfect coloring and name. But the thing that made this toon stand out the most was the body shape and how it complemented the enlarged shoulders and arm accessories. Great work, Loki.

#3. Colonel Brass by Loki_Liesmith
http://i888.photobucket.com/albums/ac83/JKorber/Brass.jpg
I really liked the first outfit. This one was a very serious contender for first place. Goggles on the derby hat, perfect brown colors for the suit and finish it off with a super cool beard! Very nice work here. I really can’t see how you can improve on this one.

#2. Asimov by Squidbot
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/linvuiet/CHampions/Asimovx4.jpg
I was really surprised that this one did not win. Everyone who sees it can’t help but be amazed. I really like the original costume the best. The last two are missing the charm that the first costume has and the silver isn’t quite a steampunk color. If anything you might try to add some wood colored pieces to really help him pop.

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Pneuman Cogswallop by rudegato
http://imgur.com/bKjvT.png

Wow. Great name but this toon *looks* fun to play! What a perfect “gentlemen’s’ robot” I can hear his mocking now as he punches a dinosaur in the face. Those giant red bracers mixed with the oversized hands wearing red gloves are perfect. Love the mustache but the monocle is actually pretty unique. Great job being unique but sticking with a theme.


The prize was going to be an inborn tenacity (DMG reduction item from my pre-order) but I just found out tonight that I can’t give it away. I will contact rudegato and find a proper prize for winning.


Whew … that was a lot of work judging and deciding who won. Full details on the next contest to be posted very soon.

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Good call man, I agree entirely, Cogswallop is genius :D
Thanks for rating Asimov so highly :)

Congratulations, Cogswallop! Well deserved, sir! Shame about the inborn tenacity :(

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Congrats all :D
I concede my defeat.............. for now >: | *insert evil laugh*

Seriously some awesome designs and concepts.
I tip my feathered hat to you :D

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Darnit! I knew I should've put more effort into it.

Next time... Next time...

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Thanks for the compliments on Colonel Brass and Boilerplate!

I couldn't agree more with the winner. I thought Asimov was the clear winner too (Squidbot, you're awesome) until I saw Pneuman Cogswallop. He's just fantastic. Hands down the best toon I've seen in the game so far. I tip my hat to you rudegato. Job well done.

Thanks for running the contest Adogg. It's a really good opportunity to see what people are doing with the fantastic costume creator. I have a lifetime subscription to this game, and I'll be monitoring your contest threads for as long as you're so kind to run them.

Good job everyone.

Loki Liesmith

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I've just seen an almost identical level 1 Asimov :(

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I've just seen an almost identical level 1 Asimov :(

Flattery. Enjoy it.

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I've just seen an almost identical level 1 Asimov :(

At hearing the mention of the name for a second time, I just researched the name Asimov and brought this up. I'm honestly a bit upset that you'd say that my character was identical, being that after seeing you're toon, I think there are some pretty distinct differences. I do apologize though, for any similarities, and I see that this is going to be a recurring problem for me, as you were the second person to tell my character that...

Anyways, I'd appreciate it if you could drop me a line in-game about it, and we can sort it out. Again, sorry to see that you feel like I cloned your char, despite my not knowing this thread even existed. ><

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At hearing the mention of the name for a second time, I just researched the name Asimov and brought this up. I'm honestly a bit upset that you'd say that my character was identical, being that after seeing you're toon, I think there are some pretty distinct differences. I do apologize though, for any similarities, and I see that this is going to be a recurring problem for me, as you were the second person to tell my character that...

Anyways, I'd appreciate it if you could drop me a line in-game about it, and we can sort it out. Again, sorry to see that you feel like I cloned your char, despite my not knowing this thread even existed. ><

Hey Wriith, it's me - the guy who first told you that you looked like Asimov. Glad to see you found your way to the forums!

Edit: In order to pretend this post was necessary and relevant, here's what I would have entered had I been home from work earlier/the morning maintenance taking up all the time I had to make an entry. It's not very good but I like the idea.

Barrel Chested Bertram: Robot Constable Extraordinaire (http://c1.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/104/l_bee3cdc512b94aeca32ef2bb213de794.jpg)

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Hey Wriith, it's me - the guy who first told you that you looked like Asimov. Glad to see you found your way to the forums!

Hey there. Its not that I've never found the forums (I've been playing for about 8 months now, since CB), its just that I don't frequent them much. But yeah, nice to see you again and its good to finally see what you were talking about. Anyways, I'm going to lay off the posting here because I don't wanna derail the costume contest thread here in any way, but drop me a PM or /tell if you've got something to talk to me about and/or say. =P

Also, sorry for the quasi-off-topic posts.

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Congrats to #1 - #4 :)

And Im really :eek: and :D that Im #5

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Edit: In order to pretend this post was necessary and relevant, here's what I would have entered had I been home from work earlier/the morning maintenance taking up all the time I had to make an entry. It's not very good but I like the idea.

Barrel Chested Bertram: Robot Constable Extraordinaire (http://c1.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/104/l_bee3cdc512b94aeca32ef2bb213de794.jpg)

Very nice toon. He would probably have received an hornorable mention. He reminds me of the dad from Psyche on USA (Friday nights). It's the guy from LA law and he is a retired police officer. When I see this toon I think of a steampunk version of a keystone cop. Great work!

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Congrats to the winners, good coices and a well deserved first place.
And I got honorable mention, yay :)

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So here is our second theme ....

GOLDEN AGE OF HEROES
Make a toon of any size, shape, color that you would best fit in the 1940s view of what a Superhero would look like.

For more information look here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_Age_(comics)

All posts must be submitted before 10/8.

Important Prize detail: I will not be giving a prize for this contest since my inborn tenacity idea didn't work out. I may reinstate prizes in future contests if I can think of something that is worthy.

Good Luck!

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Nicely done, Pneumann and the other winners! And nicely judged Adogg, I must agree completely. (And thanks for slipping me in the Honorable mention too!)

Have you considered Starting a new thread for the second contest? Just so we can see the newest entries easier and all.

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Have you considered Starting a new thread for the second contest? Just so we can see the newest entries easier and all.

Nah, I want to keep it contained to this one thread so that people can go back and see the old contest entries/winners.

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Wow!

I'm so glad you guys like him so much!

Originally my friend wanted to make a "legendary british boxer" and he told me his concept for Burlington Haymaker. I thought, well no world traveling Brit should be complete without a butler. Originally he looked much more like aasimov, but i decided he would be more fun to play if he had a more dynamic chassis.
he's a TON of fun to play. Righteous Fists as an energy builder, mostly might powers, and Rocket jump for an apporpriately stodgey travel form :D I only wish this game had the /teabag command from CoH

here's a shot of the 2 of them saving the city from some rather uncooth bugs. :D

Very Good Sir. (http://imgur.com/fMC5F.jpg)

Thanks again! working on my golden age character now.

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Hey Wriith, it's me - the guy who first told you that you looked like Asimov. Glad to see you found your way to the forums!

Edit: In order to pretend this post was necessary and relevant, here's what I would have entered had I been home from work earlier/the morning maintenance taking up all the time I had to make an entry. It's not very good but I like the idea.

Barrel Chested Bertram: Robot Constable Extraordinaire (http://c1.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/104/l_bee3cdc512b94aeca32ef2bb213de794.jpg)

Holy Poop that's amazing!!

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Grats to all who won and were mentioned.

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Nah, I want to keep it contained to this one thread so that people can go back and see the old contest entries/winners.


I'd advise you to start a seperate thread for each month, because it'll quickly get difficult for people to search through this thread when it gets too big. What I'd do in your place is put links to past contest threads in my sig so people can reach it there.

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Personally I agree with a new thread, but it doesn't matter really since this is just for fun.

Golden Age Comic book super heroes mostly don't have a certain look, I have done a lot of research on the different Golden Age Heroes and you would be shocked how similar they are to even the modern age heroes. as far as looks go. with this said their is a major difference the first difference is that the golden age heroes where all Patriots First, and they preferred to arrest but still killed many a villain. One of the reasons for so many Comic book resets.
With this said I have a Golden Age Hero that I play daily. He is A former United States Marine who was born with the soul of a demon who is seeking salvation and when on a mission he was exposed to something that released his demonic half. (may not seem so golden age until you start looking up bio's of golden age heroes and you will find that there are a few with similar pasts)

ok for his look I was going for three very different looks.

Hero Costume
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Co/Costume_Mariel_Martog_Marchosias_Cc.jpg
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Co/?action=view&current=Costume_Mariel_Martog_Marchosias-1.jpg

RP/in his Retired Marine Dress Blue Summer "D" uniform
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Co/Costume_Mariel_Martog_Marchosias-3.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/screenshot_2009-10-01-01-42-32.jpg

and when he looses control his true demon shape
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Co/Costume_Mariel_Martog_Marchosias-2.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/screenshot_2009-09-18-02-57-34.jpg

And for a comparison with some classic golden Age Heroes. which would be good for anyone to see.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Co/MarchosiasGAD.jpg

and of course the Rate My Hero Page
http://www.champions-online.com/rate_my_champion/922228

if it helps you see he is a golden age style hero his Alternate name is "Devil Dog"

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Grats to all the winners. Hopefully I will get the honor of being in the winners post sometime.

So here is my submition for the new golden age contest. Did a little bit more work on the presentation this time (in hope that it will get more attention :p)

PARAGON (http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj236/L07u5/Paragonpresentation.jpg)

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It's still early, and I believe multiple entries were deemed acceptable - so my preliminary concept is...

Shining Star (http://c4.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/92/l_4ee1b63b1841455eafe36b83c18e4747.jpg)

A mild mannered airforce mechanic who suffered a severe electric shock. As a side effect he became an extremely efficient conductor, conduit, and manipulator of electrical energy. His weakness is being relatively mortal. His body is as vulnerable to damage as most other people. He can generate magnetic shields using his electricity, but only if he's aware of and able to react to an impending threat. Additionally, dousing his hands with water, while temporarily boosting his strength, causes him to deplete his energy more quickly. His most helpful piece of equipment is his helmet, which is made of an extremely conductive metal which naturally draws in electricity & is equipped with a small lightning rod.

edit: In retrospect, I think he resembles a certain hero a little too closely.

edit #2: looking back, it seems I'm the only person who keeps the thick black outline turned on in-game. To be honest, I only just learned I could turn it off. That said, I almost like it better turned on.

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It's still early, and I believe multiple entries were deemed acceptable - so my preliminary concept is...

edit: In retrospect, I think he resembles a certain hero a little too closely.

edit #2: looking back, it seems I'm the only person who keeps the thick black outline turned on in-game. To be honest, I only just learned I could turn it off. That said, I almost like it better turned on.

Post as many as you like. We all love to see them so I see no reason to limit anyone.

You're thinking the flash right? I don't think he looks *that* close. I'd leave him

I'm not sure if I use the black line or not. I'll have to check tonight. How do I turn it on/off?

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It's still early, and I believe multiple entries were deemed acceptable - so my preliminary concept is...

Shining Star (http://c4.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/92/l_4ee1b63b1841455eafe36b83c18e4747.jpg)

edit #2: looking back, it seems I'm the only person who keeps the thick black outline turned on in-game. To be honest, I only just learned I could turn it off. That said, I almost like it better turned on.

That's awesome! makes me think of first generation Flash.
For what it's worth, I also leave my outlines on.

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Not the best picture, and certainly not the most fantastic of heroes, but still, here's my Charles Lindbergh themed Golden Age Hero called the Lone Eagle (as according to wikipedia was one of Lindbergh's many nicknames)

http://i561.photobucket.com/albums/ss53/Gamnaven/screenshot_2009-10-02-21-26-37-1.jpg

This is also second rate, and since I cannot get all those neat effects that really make it look like golden age heroes, I figured I might as well stay out of the competition all together and show off a soviet themed version called Proletarian

http://i561.photobucket.com/albums/ss53/Gamnaven/screenshot_2009-10-02-21-18-08-1.jpg

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Not the best picture, and certainly not the most fantastic of heroes, but still, here's my Charles Lindbergh themed Golden Age Hero called the Lone Eagle (as according to wikipedia was one of Lindbergh's many nicknames)

http://i561.photobucket.com/albums/ss53/Gamnaven/Costume_Gamen__CC_Comic_Page_Blu-1.jpg

This is also second rate, and since I cannot get all those neat effects that really make it look like golden age heroes, I figured I might as well stay out of the competition all together and show off a soviet themed version called Proletarian

http://i561.photobucket.com/albums/ss53/Gamnaven/Costume_Gamen__CC_Comic_Page_Blu-3.jpg

Can you post larger pictures?

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Sorry, I don't know how without getting in game screenshots. I always end up with terrible in game screenies of some reason, but I'll make a try.

Is there any way to get the play button and all my other toons away from the loading screen?

EDIT: Done, larger pictures up.

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You can take a screen shot at the character selection screen if that is what you are asking...

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As per Golden Age comics;

He was directly inspired from the first Superman, i'm not sure what the rules are for posting pictures of copyrighted comic book heroes, so I won't post the Superman picture that inspired me.

Mighty Pencil (http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x242/Secret_Walrus/MightyPencil.jpg)

Sorry, i'd get a better more HQ picture for you if I had my laptop at all. Funny thing is, when I created Mighty Pencil, I had been staring at both an old drawing of Superman, and a No. 2 Pencil. That's the result I got, but that was during City of Heroes.:p

and here you go, don't judge the costume based on the bio, it's not fair to others, I just felt you guys needed a good laugh.

Bio of the Pencil (http://www.champions-online.com/userspace/profile/Mighty_Pencil/498959)

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Butch Sundance (http://c3.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/32/l_41ff4908d9484982b865e69a875acc8a.jpg)

He survived the incident at Pearl Harbor, briefly going insane and being discharged. After regaining his sanity, the military refused to take him back. Now he fights injustice in his own way, as the super hero Buitch Sundance. While not "superhuman" in his physical abilities, Butch has extreme willpower and determination. His physical strength and speed are at the very pinnacle of what a normal human can become. He does have one power however, perhaps the strongest power of them all - a vengeful heart.

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I thought I would show off my latest creation here since it is a compilation of the toons submitted for the Steampunk contest.


Sir Simon Fielding
http://img3.imageshack.us/img3/9329/screenshot2009100222342.jpg

His power is based on munitions and once I get the right power replacer, he'll have flintlock pistols.

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Earl Campbell was an amateur radio operator, when he mistakenly overheard a secret transmission from Castro to Cruschev talking about an invasion of the United States. He tries to warn the authorities about the conversation, but no one would listen. Earl donned a suit, rigged his radio receiver and headphone and started investigating the plot. One night while, prowling the rooftops listening in on various radio transmissions, Earl was struck by lightning. There were no clouds and no storms, absolutely nothing to explain the phenomenom.

When Earl woke up 3 weeks later, he found that he could hear the radio transmissions without his equipment. He also found that he could channel the newly discovered "microwaves" into a beam of searing heat. Now with his new powers, Earl has been fighting crime as well as fighting for the USA when called.

http://i970.photobucket.com/albums/ae189/bladedancer_bucket/Costume_Codename-Hawk__CC_Comic_Pag.jpg

http://i970.photobucket.com/albums/ae189/bladedancer_bucket/Costume_Codename-Hawk__CC_Comic_-1.jpg

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So this costume entry for the Golden Age contest is a little different than my Steampunk entries, as it doesn't actually belong to any pre-existing toons. In fact, I haven't even decided whether to make a toon based on him yet. Currently, he's more or less created specifically for this contest.

I give you ... Kid Atomic.

http://s888.photobucket.com/albums/ac83/JKorber/?action=view&current=atomic.jpg

As you can see he's heavily influenced by the sci-fi superheroes of the Golden Age, which were in turn influenced by movie serials such as Flash Gordon and Buck Rogers.

Anyway, I think he's kind of cool. I might play him in the game after all.

Loki Liesmith

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I thought I would show off my latest creation here since it is a compilation of the toons submitted for the Steampunk contest.


Sir Simon Fielding
http://img3.imageshack.us/img3/9329/screenshot2009100222342.jpg

His power is based on munitions and once I get the right power replacer, he'll have flintlock pistols.

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The goggles on the hat are a nice touch.

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Here's my belated Steampunk entry...

Tamerlane Watts (http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj116/applecrow88/screenshot_2009-10-03-16-06-58.jpg)
Tamerlane is the feared bodyguard of Col. Sir Hyram Sellers of Her Majesty Queen Victoria's Royal Army. After spending 10 years stationed in the orient, Sellers and Watts returned to Britain's shores. Tamerlane was almost killed in the November 5th riot when the Fawkes Society tried yet again to destroy Parliament. Col. Sellers saved Watts, replacing many of his organs, his right arm and right eye with machine improvements.

Now for a Golden age entry...

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THE ALMIGHTY DOLLAR! (http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj116/applecrow88/screenshot_2009-10-03-17-15-09.jpg)

Here he is in Action! ZAP! (http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj116/applecrow88/screenshot_2009-10-03-17-13-01.jpg)
And again! WHAM!
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj116/applecrow88/screenshot_2009-10-03-17-16-26.jpg)

Millionare Playboy Tyler DeBeers couldn't join the Allied forces himself, so through a combination of cloning, atomic power and super-science, his super-soldier program did create one lone success! Dollar-sign (as the Doughboys called him) joined the Good Fight on the side of the Allies to kick some Axis tail! Using the latest in radio technology, Dollar's brain is linked to the C.A.P.I.T.a.L computer from which Tyler directs his heroics actions! Dollar loves American Mom Pie and Apples!

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I thought I would show off my latest creation here since it is a compilation of the toons submitted for the Steampunk contest.


Sir Simon Fielding
http://img3.imageshack.us/img3/9329/screenshot2009100222342.jpg

His power is based on munitions and once I get the right power replacer, he'll have flintlock pistols.

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Another pick with the right weapons now...
http://img199.imageshack.us/img199/8919/screenshot2009100322084.jpg

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The blunderbuss really caps it off :D

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The blunderbuss really caps it off :D

Thanks Squid! Powerhelm gave me that power replacer along with a flintlocks pistol one too. They look great!

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I decided to rework Dollar since his current form looks more silver age.

Instead i'd like to put forward his Arch-villian:

Doktor Zero (http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj116/applecrow88/screenshot_2009-10-04-20-37-51.jpg)

full body (http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj116/applecrow88/screenshot_2009-10-04-20-38-24.jpg)

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I'm reworking Dollar's costume, it's much more of a sixties theme than Golden Age. I'll work on a different concept.

Just let me know which version or toon is the final version you want to enter.

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My submission for the Golden Age.

went for the simple design that made it easy for the comic artists to draw multiple frames with...

also the subdued colors that bring the ink colors of the time to life......

( remember the x-ray glasses and 100 piece army men ads in the back of the comics? ...hehe )

anyway...meet " The Damselfly "

I like this.

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My submission for the Golden Age.

went for the simple design that made it easy for the comic artists to draw multiple frames with...

also the subdued colors that bring the ink colors of the time to life......

( remember the x-ray glasses and 100 piece army men ads in the back of the comics? ...hehe )

anyway...meet " The Damselfly "

This is great, I can really feel the classic inking working for this one. Nice work!

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Might as well post Trueshot here. He's the most "golden age" of my heroes.

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p272/ButstonFreem/CO%20chars/trueshot.jpg

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... this contest is going to be hard to judge.

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how many characters can we enter?

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Here is my entry for the Golden Age heroes.


Cold Fusion

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v469/Markusv8/Costume_Markus_ColdFusion_CC_Comic_.jpg

http://www.champions-online.com/rate_my_champion/109531

My wife really likes art deco, so I made the costume to impress her. Hope it impresses you guys too :P

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http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/Imperator26/captainsometimes.jpg

God, I really hate the golden age. And the silver age. And the bronze and dark ages for that matter. Why am I playing this game again?

Oh yes, to make baroque-era thieves and clockwork robots. Phew.

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so this time I have a second entry, she is a homage to a classic
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/screenshot_2009-10-06-01-18-59.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Armageddon2419.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/screenshot_2009-10-06-01-32-28.jpg

her name is Armageddon 2419,

Armageddon 2419 A.D. is the name of the book that Buck Rogers was based on. she is more or less based on Wilma Deering.

see image for my inspiration
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/wilma_deering.jpg



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Summation of My golden age Hero's
1st "Marchosias" aka "Devil Dog" is based on the Patriot Military Hero found during the Second World War.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Co/Costume_Mariel_Martog_Marchosias_Cc.jpg
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Co/?action=view&current=Costume_Mariel_Martog_Marchosias-1.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Co/Costume_Mariel_Martog_Marchosias-3.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/screenshot_2009-10-01-01-42-32.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Co/Costume_Mariel_Martog_Marchosias-2.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/screenshot_2009-09-18-02-57-34.jpg

2nd "Armageddon 2419" aka "Wilma Deering" who is based on Pre-war pop Sci-Fi

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/screenshot_2009-10-06-01-18-59.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Armageddon2419.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/screenshot_2009-10-06-01-32-28.jpg

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see image for my inspiration
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/wilma_deering.jpg



Technically not a superhero....


But then neither is Batman....

Just saying.

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how many characters can we enter?

As many as you want... (for now)

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Technically not a superhero....


But then neither is Batman....

Just saying.

http://www.merriam-webster.com/
Main Entry: su·per·hero
Pronunciation: \-ˌhir-(ˌ)ō, -ˌhē-(ˌ)rō\
Function: noun
Date: 1917

: a fictional hero having extraordinary or superhuman powers; also : an exceptionally skillful or successful person

1. Batman Counts = an exceptionally skillful person
2. on the same note Colonel Wilma Deering from the 1979 series was Earths top fighter Pilot until Buck Rogers showed up with his Disco Music, and fancy flying .

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilma_Deering
1979 movie and series

Colonel Wilma Deering was portrayed by popular actress/model Erin Gray in the made for TV movie and subsequent NBC television series Buck Rogers in the 25th Century. Initially, Wilma was depicted as a cold, emotionless soldier and pilot, with little interest in Captain Rogers. However, along with some of the changes made to the storyline to accommodate a weekly series, Wilma Deering's character became warmer and more playful. Often, it was Wilma that came to the rescue of Buck, as opposed to the other way round. Erin Gray has commented that her role as Colonel Deering was an inspiration for many women who watched the program, particularly with regard to careers in the military. She also commented that she was aware of the highly sexualised one piece uniform she wore and its effect on the show's male audience. She was once described by Clive James as Wonder Woman with brains.

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1. Batman Counts = an exceptionally skillful person
2. on the same note Colonel Wilma Deering from the 1979 series was Earths top fighter Pilot until Buck Rogers showed up with his Disco Music, and fancy flying .

The definition of superhero has recently been changed to include people like batman, I denounce it. You are either super or not. Batman can be a hero but not a "super" hero. I realy good pilot is not a "superhero".
All you are doing by including them in the definition is reducing what it really means to be a super hero.

I will say that the new "Iron Man" batman, who has high tech batsuits and gadgets like iron man, is more a super hero in the "mecha" sense.
Howeve the true batman was designed to fight thugs, with limited resources, no guns, no explosives, no powered grapling hook. IMO he is not a supre anything. He isnt even a good vigilanty since he wont kill anyone.

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The definition of superhero has recently been changed to include people like batman, I denounce it. You are either super or not. Batman can be a hero but not a "super" hero. I realy good pilot is not a "superhero".
All you are doing by including them in the definition is reducing what it really means to be a super hero.

I will say that the new "Iron Man" batman, who has high tech batsuits and gadgets like iron man, is more a super hero in the "mecha" sense.
Howeve the true batman was designed to fight thugs, with limited resources, no guns, no explosives, no powered grapling hook. IMO he is not a supre anything. He isnt even a good vigilanty since he wont kill anyone.

Under your definition almost 50% of what we would call a super hero wouldn't be, if we drop anyone who's superpowers come from created Items, or hard work then anyone in a power suit or with Items of power wouldn't be a superhero, only Aliens, Mutants, science changed, and some magicians.

so by your definition harry potter would be a super hero, but Green Lantern would be out of the Super Hero list.

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and since we are on this the golden age super hero usually didn't have "Super powers" they where just Harder working and more heroic in nature then the typical person. when Superman first came out he had only a small list of powers bullet proof and flight, all the rest grew over time as the stories needed more "POW, BANG" and the same is true with every golden age hero that lasted

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The definition of superhero has recently been changed to include people like batman, I denounce it. You are either super or not. Batman can be a hero but not a "super" hero. I realy good pilot is not a "superhero".
All you are doing by including them in the definition is reducing what it really means to be a super hero.

I will say that the new "Iron Man" batman, who has high tech batsuits and gadgets like iron man, is more a super hero in the "mecha" sense.
Howeve the true batman was designed to fight thugs, with limited resources, no guns, no explosives, no powered grapling hook. IMO he is not a supre anything. He isnt even a good vigilanty since he wont kill anyone.

What? Batman is not a super hero?? Your serious? He may not have superpowers but by no means does he have limited resources.

I know that Batman has progressed technologically over time, as you mentioned.
But: LIMITED RESOURCES??? Really?? Have you seen the batcave? his super computer? His utility belt? Some of it got better over time, granted. However; Golden age batman did have a grappling hook, batarangs, martial arts, and the batcave. His greatest weapon however has not changed since day 1. Which is his keen intellect. I have seen batman (current and GA) drop supervillains and super heroes in the blink of an eye. The greatest weapon is the mind. And in his case, it proves so.

He does his homework, knows his foes, (and his allies) and knows how to take them down if need be.
When Ras Al Gul (spelled wrong I'm sure) got a hold of batman's info from the batcave computer he was easily able take down the entire JLA. All of which had Superpowers.

As far as him not being a good vigilante, I disagree. Just because he lives by a code and exercises restraint when apprehending villains does not mean he is a sub par vigilante. If anything it takes more skill to take down a baddie without Killing them.

Not all vigilantes kill. Look at Spider-man and Daredevil.

Anyhow, my deepest apologies for going severely off topic but I had to defend Batman.

Here's my entry for the GA contest.
http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/41/wardenga.jpg
His name is Warden. As you can telll by the screenshot, he is a batman/Captain America inspired character (hence why i take offense to the Bat Bashing! lol)

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Here's my entry for the GA contest.
http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/41/wardenga.jpg
His name is Warden. As you can telll by the screenshot, he is a batman/Captain America inspired character (hence why i take offense to the Bat Bashing! lol)

Always good to see another entry!

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So here is our second theme ....

GOLDEN AGE OF HEROES
Make a toon of any size, shape, color that you would best fit in the 1940s view of what a Superhero would look like.

For more information look here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_Age_(comics)

All posts must be submitted before 10/8.

Important Prize detail: I will not be giving a prize for this contest since my inborn tenacity idea didn't work out. I may reinstate prizes in future contests if I can think of something that is worthy.

Good Luck!

Quoting to remind that this one closes tonight!

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What? Batman is not a super hero?? Your serious? He may not have superpowers but by no means does he have limited resources.

I know that Batman has progressed technologically over time, as you mentioned.
But: LIMITED RESOURCES??? Really?? Have you seen the batcave? his super computer? His utility belt? Some of it got better over time, granted. However; Golden age batman did have a grappling hook, batarangs, martial arts, and the batcave. His greatest weapon however has not changed since day 1. Which is his keen intellect. I have seen batman (current and GA) drop supervillains and super heroes in the blink of an eye. The greatest weapon is the mind. And in his case, it proves so.

He does his homework, knows his foes, (and his allies) and knows how to take them down if need be.
When Ras Al Gul (spelled wrong I'm sure) got a hold of batman's info from the batcave computer he was easily able take down the entire JLA. All of which had Superpowers.

As far as him not being a good vigilante, I disagree. Just because he lives by a code and exercises restraint when apprehending villains does not mean he is a sub par vigilante. If anything it takes more skill to take down a baddie without Killing them.

Not all vigilantes kill. Look at Spider-man and Daredevil.

Anyhow, my deepest apologies for going severely off topic but I had to defend Batman.

Here's my entry for the GA contest.
http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/41/wardenga.jpg
His name is Warden. As you can telll by the screenshot, he is a batman/Captain America inspired character (hence why i take offense to the Bat Bashing! lol)

I am not going to argue this and further derail this thread (sorry) If you really care about my opinion you can PM me and we will discuss it. But frankly I dont really care about why you think Batman is a Super Hero, cause I know he is not.

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Thanks Adogg! I had an alternate version as well. It was a tough choice. are we allowed to post alternate versions of the same toon? I read we could submit more than one toon but can we submit more than one version of the same toon?

And Markus: You state your opinion like it is a fact, or a law. DC comics, as well as half of the comic book industry and fanbase have labeled him as a super hero. But hey, the creators, writers, fans, ect. are all wrong. Your opinion is the only one that matters, as you are clearly right.

Hero: anyone performing feats of great merit and admiration. IE: firefighters, paramedics, police officers, and soldiers.

Super Hero: One who has devoted their life to saving lives through the use of powers/rigorous training/science experiments/technology/mutation ect.

In my opinion, if you have saved an entire city (Gotham, metropolis, ect.) Or in some cases THE WORLD (IE batman in public enemies) you are a super hero. Again, this is only my opinion, but is based on facts.

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Thanks Adogg! I had an alternate version as well. It was a tough choice. are we allowed to post alternate versions of the same toon? I read we could submit more than one toon but can we submit more than one version of the same toon?

And Markus: You state your opinion like it is a fact, or a law. DC comics, as well as half of the comic book industry and fanbase have labeled him as a super hero. But hey, the creators, writers, fans, ect. are all wrong. Your opinion is the only one that matters, as you are clearly right.

Hero: anyone performing feats of great merit and admiration. IE: firefighters, paramedics, police officers, and soldiers.

Super Hero: One who has devoted their life to saving lives through the use of powers/rigorous training/science experiments/technology/mutation ect.

In my opinion, if you have saved an entire city (Gotham, metropolis, ect.) Or in some cases THE WORLD (IE batman in public enemies) you are a super hero. Again, this is only my opinion, but is based on facts.


OK seriously if you want to discuss it PM me.....

But none the less here is my counter argument:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01vojXK_mnA

and

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeT1t0lQn5Q&feature=related

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OK seriously if you want to discuss it PM me.....

But none the less here is my counter argument:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01vojXK_mnA

and

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeT1t0lQn5Q&feature=related

Because college humor is clearly the official who's who of superheroes, not a series of parody videos unaffiliated with DC comics.

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Under your definition almost 50% of what we would call a super hero wouldn't be, if we drop anyone who's superpowers come from created Items, or hard work then anyone in a power suit or with Items of power wouldn't be a superhero, only Aliens, Mutants, science changed, and some magicians.

so by your definition harry potter would be a super hero, but Green Lantern would be out of the Super Hero list.

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and since we are on this the golden age super hero usually didn't have "Super powers" they where just Harder working and more heroic in nature then the typical person. when Superman first came out he had only a small list of powers bullet proof and flight, all the rest grew over time as the stories needed more "POW, BANG" and the same is true with every golden age hero that lasted

Actually even the Golden Age Superman couldn't fly at first, just leap great distances. That's where the phrase "Leap tall buildings with a single bound" comes from.

Quite a few Golden Age Superheroes had powers as well, most of them coming from DC: Flash, Dr. Fate, Spector, Green Lantern, Captain Marvel...

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Maybe next time I'll go with a less controversial one like Abortion or Religious toons, eh?

:D

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Maybe next time I'll go with a less controversial one like Abortion or Religious toons, eh?

:D

You dont want to get me started on religion. Trust me.

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Actually even the Golden Age Superman couldn't fly at first, just leap great distances. That's where the phrase "Leap tall buildings with a single bound" comes from.

Quite a few Golden Age Superheroes had powers as well, most of them coming from DC: Flash, Dr. Fate, Spector, Green Lantern, Captain Marvel...

Sorry Super Jump not flying, which is a part of what I was saying, during the golden age most Supers where not anywhere near as powerful as they are today. and if you go a hold of a list of golden age super heroes most didn't have "powers" they may have had a Magic Item such as Green Lantern. a couple where considered "Super Soldiers" but the majority where folks like Batman, Hard working and inspired to save the day.

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Here's my submission. I call him the Night Viper. He's a claws guy. I like this guy because he reminds of good ol' Batman or Nighthawk.

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I really like non super powered superheroes but the work best in a realistic setting not together with superpowerd ones. If you throw them together it really messes everything up that makes them super because compared to some overloaded munchkin like superman everybody's just an average nobody.

The really fun part thou is that supeman's archnemesis is pretty much an evil version of batman (highly intelligent, super rich human with no powers). So by some peoples definition Lex Luthor is not a supervillain?

Sorry for keeping the thread of tracks. I highly suggest a new one for the next contest ;)

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Because college humor is clearly the official who's who of superheroes, not a series of parody videos unaffiliated with DC comics.

Darn, you beat me to it.

Also

The really fun part thou is that supeman's archnemesis is pretty much an evil version of batman (highly intelligent, super rich human with no powers). So by some peoples definition Lex Luthor is not a supervillain?


Well said. Also, that's an awesome character concept/sig you got there! Would make an awesome team up with my main! :P

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Here's my submission. I call him the Night Viper. He's a claws guy. I like this guy because he reminds of good ol' Batman or Nighthawk.

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Very Cool. Reminds me of copperhead mixed with batman/nighthawk.

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Marchosias by Mariel_Martog
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Co/Costume_Mariel_Martog_Marchosias-1.jpg

Paragon by L07u5
http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj236/L07u5/Paragonpresentation.jpg

Shining Star by Needless
http://c4.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/92/l_4ee1b63b1841455eafe36b83c18e4747.jpg

Lone Eagle by Gamen
http://i561.photobucket.com/albums/ss53/Gamnaven/screenshot_2009-10-02-21-26-37-1.jpg

Proletarian by Gamen
http://i561.photobucket.com/albums/ss53/Gamnaven/screenshot_2009-10-02-21-18-08-1.jpg

Mighty Pencil by Mighty Pencil
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x242/Secret_Walrus/MightyPencil.jpg

Butch Sundance by Needless
http://c3.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/32/l_41ff4908d9484982b865e69a875acc8a.jpg

Radioman by Codename-Hawk
http://i970.photobucket.com/albums/ae189/bladedancer_bucket/Costume_Codename-Hawk__CC_Comic_Pag.jpg

Kid Atomic by Loki_Liesmith
http://i888.photobucket.com/albums/ac83/JKorber/atomic.jpg

The Almighty Dollar by Applecrow
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj116/applecrow88/screenshot_2009-10-03-17-15-09.jpg

Doktor Zero by Applecrow
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj116/applecrow88/screenshot_2009-10-04-20-37-51.jpg

The Damselfly by Artmonster
http://forums.champions-online.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5358&d=1254711318

Trueshot by Butston
http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p272/ButstonFreem/CO%20chars/trueshot.jpg

Cold Fusion by Markus
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v469/Markusv8/Costume_Markus_ColdFusion_CC_Comic_.jpg

Captain Sometimes by Bobsy
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/Imperator26/captainsometimes.jpg

Armageddon 2419 by Mariel_Martog
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Armageddon2419.jpg

Warden by omeewan
http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/41/wardenga.jpg

Night Viper by kevdan
http://forums.champions-online.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5423&d=1254951306

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So now I'll give the top toons and two honorable mentions:

Honorable Mentions:

Armageddon 2419 by Mariel_Martog
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/gothicshark/Armageddon2419.jpg
This is a great toon that I hope Mariel_Martog is playing. She looks sleek and stylish. I really like what the creator did with the helmet.

Trueshot by Butston
http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p272/ButstonFreem/CO%20chars/trueshot.jpg
My eyes are drawn to the matching male skirt piece and boots. Also, the chainmail under armor is a nice touch. This has to be the best archery toon I have seen yet. Excellent work Butston.


Now for the top Five (in reverse order):

#5. Lone Eagle by Gamen
http://i561.photobucket.com/albums/ss53/Gamnaven/screenshot_2009-10-02-21-26-37-1.jpg
This toon illustrates to me the practical nature that golden age toons had. He has gloves and a scarf, goggles and a backpack for flight. All ways that early artist tried to explain superpowers. Nice toon!

#4. The Damselfly by Artmonster
http://forums.champions-online.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5358&d=1254711318
Art did a good job of using minimal colors and a simple easily drawn design. She looks like a perfect sidekick or love interest for that special golden age superhero. I guess that makes her someone’s grandma now, eh?

#3. Warden by omeewan
http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/41/wardenga.jpg
The cowl mixed in with a simple emblem and limited amount of colors, makes for a nice Golden Age toon. I can see him fighting the Nazis at our shores now!

#2. Shining Star by Needless
http://c4.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/92/l_4ee1b63b1841455eafe36b83c18e4747.jpg
I was really impressed when I saw this one. It really looks like a perfect golden age hero to me. A nice basic shirt and jeans, typical black mask and helmet. Nice iconic name as well. I really hope you are playing this toon Needless.

And the winner is:


























#1. Kid Atomic by Loki_Liesmith
http://i888.photobucket.com/albums/ac83/JKorber/atomic.jpg
Perfectly built toon. Great use of smooth lines and textures. Love the backpack and helmet combo but the best has got to be the lack of pants! Talk about perfectly fitting a time period. Great name to boot too!

I will create a separate thread for the next contest tomorrow. Good luck!

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Since I didn't create the char exclusively for the contest I guess I can live with honorable mention, this time ;)
congrats to the winners and thanks again to Adogg for his hosting and judging work.

@Beetle, sure anytime, just give me a call ingame @Butston, mallard's lvl 33 atm, he didn't get much playtime lately.

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Wow, happy to have Warden in the top 3. Thanks! All the others look very cool too.

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Cool! I didn't actually expect the win but I'll take it. Thanks for the compliments on Kid Atomic. Good job everyone on a really tricky theme,

Loki Liesmith