Design-A-Weapon Contest - Guild Wars Guru archive powered by Guild Wars Legacy

thelegendozelda

Frost Gate Guardian

Join Date: Jun 2006

OoT

W/Mo

20 Feb 2007 at 21:31 - 1

How many of you have ever entered this?

Any one care to share some past entries?

What do you think would be the best to add more of (meaning what weapon/offhand should there be more of)

I Also noticed, from the past .......design a weapon comes about 5months before game release.......(look at guild wars news archive) So Ch4. EST. July

lightblade

Forge Runner

Join Date: May 2005

The Etereal Guard

Me/Mo

20 Feb 2007 at 22:32 - 2

Quote:

Originally Posted by thelegendozelda

I Also noticed, from the past .......design a weapon comes about 5months before game release.......(look at guild wars news archive) So Ch4. EST. July

Nah...implementing a weapon only take few days, no more than 3. So you can expect Ch4 come out as soon as the contest is over.

Darksun

Jungle Guide

Join Date: May 2005

USA

Karr's Castle

W/E

20 Feb 2007 at 22:51 - 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by lightblade

Nah...implementing a weapon only take few days, no more than 3. So you can expect Ch4 come out as soon as the contest is over.

Ummm.. I wouldn't make assumptions like that.

anyways, I'm totally siked. It's great that they are doing prizes this time, thanks Anet!

Suggestion to ANET: Not to sound ungrateful, but is it possible that the winners could get some kind of in game recognition? Like all the weapons had one of the designer's character's name on them? Maybe like a Boss weapon?
Or perhaps the creator could have a "Weapon Smith" title? That would be great. If I ever mention I won the contest people are skeptical. I'd like not to be know as a lying punk lol! It could even have multiple levels based on the # of winning entries! (MWAAAHAHAHA!)
Anyways,the addition of prizes was wonderful, I love design contests! bring on more!
my previous:

Agatsu

Academy Page

Join Date: Nov 2005

R/

20 Feb 2007 at 23:13 - 4

Interesting...I didnt enter the last one but since then I have had a few ideas for weapons I wouldn't mind seeing ingame.

btw - does anyone see if there is a limit on the number on enties allowed? I dont see a limit , but there is a lot of legalese and I may have missed it.
here is a link to the contest information

http://www.guildwars.com/events/cont...signaweapon07/

atkafighter

Academy Page

Join Date: Oct 2006

20 Feb 2007 at 23:16 - 5

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darksun

Ummm.. I wouldn't make assumptions like that.

anyways, I'm totally siked. It's great that they are doing prizes this time, thanks Anet!

Suggestion to ANET: Not to sound ungrateful, but is it possible that the winners could get some kind of in game recognition? Like all the weapons had one of the designer's character's name on them? Maybe like a Boss weapon?
Or perhaps the creator could have a "Weapon Smith" title? That would be great. If I ever mention I won the contest people are skeptical. I'd like not to be know as a lying punk lol! It could even have multiple levels based on the # of winning entries! (MWAAAHAHAHA!)
Anyways,the addition of prizes was wonderful, I love design contests! bring on more!
my previous:

Whoa! You're the one who drew that one?! Amazing job dude.

Lyonette

Lion's Arch Merchant

Join Date: Feb 2006

Australia

[PiG]

E/

20 Feb 2007 at 23:27 - 6

hey, the weapon smith title is an awesome idea and a great idea for some recognition for some great weapon designs

btw Darksun... i love that hammer design, i want to get one even tho i dont play hammer wamo

Tide to Go

Wilds Pathfinder

Join Date: Nov 2006

I War Torn I [Torn]

N/Me

20 Feb 2007 at 23:31 - 7

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darksun

Ummm.. I wouldn't make assumptions like that.

anyways, I'm totally siked. It's great that they are doing prizes this time, thanks Anet!

Suggestion to ANET: Not to sound ungrateful, but is it possible that the winners could get some kind of in game recognition? Like all the weapons had one of the designer's character's name on them? Maybe like a Boss weapon?
Or perhaps the creator could have a "Weapon Smith" title? That would be great. If I ever mention I won the contest people are skeptical. I'd like not to be know as a lying punk lol! It could even have multiple levels based on the # of winning entries! (MWAAAHAHAHA!)
Anyways,the addition of prizes was wonderful, I love design contests! bring on more!
my previous:

was that ever put in the game? that weapon is just the weapon of all weapons right there, let me draw a few!

EDIT:I made a hammer for Nightfall, hope it works out, WISH ME LUCK!

Scown-dog

Lion's Arch Merchant

Join Date: Aug 2005

Canada-nuff said

Peace Machine Grrr [DiE]-with Kanwulf until I feel the boot

W/N

20 Feb 2007 at 23:37 - 8

Gravel of the Nympth baby!

atkafighter

Academy Page

Join Date: Oct 2006

20 Feb 2007 at 23:38 - 9

Yep its the Factions end-game hammer I think.

Lyonette

Lion's Arch Merchant

Join Date: Feb 2006

Australia

[PiG]

E/

20 Feb 2007 at 23:39 - 10

yep, that's The Gravel of Nephilim available from The Divine Path in Cantha and as gold drops in The Deep and Urgoz's Warren

Lilanthe

Lion's Arch Merchant

Join Date: May 2005

20 Feb 2007 at 23:43 - 11

I would have.... but I can't participate...

Damn Loto-Quebec and their stupid regulations.

Kuya B

Academy Page

Join Date: Nov 2006

W/Mo

20 Feb 2007 at 23:57 - 12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darksun

Ummm.. I wouldn't make assumptions like that.

anyways, I'm totally siked. It's great that they are doing prizes this time, thanks Anet!

Suggestion to ANET: Not to sound ungrateful, but is it possible that the winners could get some kind of in game recognition? Like all the weapons had one of the designer's character's name on them? Maybe like a Boss weapon?
Or perhaps the creator could have a "Weapon Smith" title? That would be great. If I ever mention I won the contest people are skeptical. I'd like not to be know as a lying punk lol! It could even have multiple levels based on the # of winning entries! (MWAAAHAHAHA!)
Anyways,the addition of prizes was wonderful, I love design contests! bring on more!
my previous:

Awesome job! Nice touch on the "atlas" holding the hammer head.

Darksun

Jungle Guide

Join Date: May 2005

USA

Karr's Castle

W/E

21 Feb 2007 at 02:55 - 13

Wah! thanks guys! they even used the same color I was thinking for the crystal thing. I started making some designs for Nightfall before it came out. I was kinda dissapointed that they didn't have a contest before the game came out, but here it is! W00t!

It's smaller than I had intended, but it's still damn cool to see your stuff in-game!

amish lifeguard

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Jul 2006

It's Not Pediofilia If The Kids [dead]

21 Feb 2007 at 03:07 - 14

I don't like the Blacksmith idea. This would reward peopel for being good artists, not playing the game.

cosyfiep

are we there yet?

Join Date: Dec 2005

in a land far far away

guild? I am supposed to have a guild?

Rt/

21 Feb 2007 at 03:09 - 15

I entered the last one......for what its worth....didnt win----wont enter again.

Darksun

Jungle Guide

Join Date: May 2005

USA

Karr's Castle

W/E

21 Feb 2007 at 03:23 - 16

Quote:

Originally Posted by amish lifeguard

I don't like the Blacksmith idea. This would reward peopel for being good artists, not playing the game.

True, but I like the idea of being rewarded for contributing to the game universe more than when I got "seeker of wisdom" for clicking on gold items with a specific character...

shivanSoule

Frost Gate Guardian

Join Date: Apr 2006

21 Feb 2007 at 03:37 - 17

Quote:

Eligibility (location): Entries will be accepted from residents of North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau. (US Exceptions: the State of Rhode Island, Guam, Puerto Rico, U.S. territories, military installations and commonwealths. Canadian Exceptions: Quebec. Canadian residents will be required to answer an additional mathematical question in order to claim their prize.)

mathematical question? wtf?

only accepts gamers from North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau.

Batou of Nine

Desert Nomad

Join Date: Aug 2005

California, USA

Angel Sharks [AS] (RiP [KaiZ] T__T")

Mo/E

21 Feb 2007 at 04:08 - 18

Quote:

Originally Posted by shivanSoule

mathematical question? wtf?

I think that is to ensure that the winner is a "real person"? Like maybe a simple 2+2=? kinda of thing... Not sure why its only for Canadians. LoL. Evil Canadian Robots trying to win GW contests?!

cheers!

MMSDome

Raged Out

Join Date: Sep 2005

21 Feb 2007 at 04:31 - 19

Quote:

Originally Posted by amish lifeguard

I don't like the Blacksmith idea. This would reward peopel for being good artists, not playing the game.

i dont see how a title is really rewarding them, it doesnt give them a strategic advantage over you and plus the item you like to farm so much is the weapon they designed. They deserve some recognition.

PS: Never really noticed the hammer design for the gavil, with your concept design you can see the detail much better. looks great, good work!

Gaile Gray

ArenaNet

Join Date: Feb 2005

21 Feb 2007 at 05:16 - 20

Those who win are recognized, in spades:

They are cited on the website, and that recognition is there, forever. Like this. Or this. Or this.
Their art is an inspiration for a weapon, focus, or shield that is permanently added to the game.
They get real world prizes.

That seems enough to me.

AnnaCloud9

Frost Gate Guardian

Join Date: Aug 2005

Minnesota

Well if you're bored, then you're boring!

R/

21 Feb 2007 at 05:31 - 21

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gaile Gray

Those who win are recognized, in spades:

They are cited on the website, and that recognition is there, forever. Like this. Or this. Or this.
Their art is an inspiration for a weapon, focus, or shield that is permanently added to the game.
They get real world prizes.

That's enough.

Gaile has always kept a cool, collected persona here at Guru, and I must say, this is by far her best showing.

How you do it day after day Gaile is beyond me. But thank you for doing so.

Gaile Gray

ArenaNet

Join Date: Feb 2005

21 Feb 2007 at 05:37 - 22

Quote:

Originally Posted by AnnaCloud9

Gaile has always kept a cool, collected persona here at Guru, and I must say, this is by far her best showing.

How you do it day after day Gaile is beyond me. But thank you for doing so.

Hey now, no adding the italics, that's sneaky.

I probably should say "I feel that this is enough," or "Upon review and based on feedback from players, we feel that the rewards are sufficient." I guess I'm just thinking in shorthand today.

I changed it to show it's opinion, and not an exasperated statement of surety.

lyra_song

Hell's Protector

Join Date: Oct 2005

R/Mo

21 Feb 2007 at 05:39 - 23

omg gaile is double posting! ban! XD

*runs*

^_^

I have my weapon themes. Ive been drawing in my sketchbook, so, im ready ;P

Angelica

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Jan 2006

Aussie land

Me/E

21 Feb 2007 at 05:54 - 24

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gaile Gray

Those who win are recognized, in spades:

They are cited on the website, and that recognition is there, forever. Like this. Or this. Or this.
Their art is an inspiration for a weapon, focus, or shield that is permanently added to the game.
They get real world prizes.

That seems enough to me.

It is more than enough!
I got honorable mention on the emblems and I'm so happy with the prize I got. Thank you so very much!!

Darksun

Jungle Guide

Join Date: May 2005

USA

Karr's Castle

W/E

21 Feb 2007 at 06:54 - 25

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gaile Gray

Those who win are recognized, in spades:

They are cited on the website, and that recognition is there, forever. Like this. Or this. Or this.
Their art is an inspiration for a weapon, focus, or shield that is permanently added to the game.
They get real world prizes.

That seems enough to me.

I don't really believe any of us think it isn't enough. We all entered this to have our stuff realized in a game, I was just trying to think of a way to tie the winners to the in game world.
Don't you think it would be cool the meet the person who make the Exalted Aegis in game and just say, "Hey, the Aegis is my favorite shield, I love it!" Most of what we say here is pie in the sky anyways. I was fine with a piece of paper and a t-shirt, as I said, I don't want to seem ungrateful.

Feminist Terrorist

Desert Nomad

Join Date: Nov 2005

Oh Noes! The 'burbs!

21 Feb 2007 at 07:06 - 26

Quote:

(US Exceptions: the State of Rhode Island, Guam, Puerto Rico, U.S. territories, military installations and commonwealths.

I'd like a clarification on that, specifically how it relates to US servicemembers stationed overseas. It's very vague, as most things are when it comes to this issue.

Gaile Gray

ArenaNet

Join Date: Feb 2005

21 Feb 2007 at 07:19 - 27

Quote:

Originally Posted by Feminist Terrorist

I'd like a clarification on that, specifically how it relates to US servicemembers stationed overseas. It's very vague, as most things are when it comes to this issue.

What is vague? "US Exceptions: the State of Rhode Island, Guam, Puerto Rico, U.S. territories, military installations and commonwealths." I'd say that's clear as a bell. Unfortunately, and for reasons beyond our control, we cannot accept entries from any of the "exceptions" mentioned in the rules.

Shadow of Light

Lion's Arch Merchant

Join Date: Jun 2006

Australia

Mo/

21 Feb 2007 at 07:26 - 28

Quote:

Originally Posted by amish lifeguard

I don't like the Blacksmith idea. This would reward peopel for being good artists, not playing the game.

I'd rather be rewarded for being an artist than drinking a thousand dwarven ales (how is THAT playing the game, really?).

Edit to avoid double posting: I missed out on the last competition by a few days! So I may give this one a go.

My only sore point is the postage it'll cost me to send anything overseas.

So I will likely make the most of it and put multiple entries in one envelope.

Which brings up a question I couldn't see an answer for on the website: Gaile, I understand there's only one prize per person, but is there a limit on entries or can I draw as many items as I wish?

Feminist Terrorist

Desert Nomad

Join Date: Nov 2005

Oh Noes! The 'burbs!

21 Feb 2007 at 09:11 - 29

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gaile Gray

What is vague? "US Exceptions: the State of Rhode Island, Guam, Puerto Rico, U.S. territories, military installations and commonwealths." I'd say that's clear as a bell. Unfortunately, and for reasons beyond our control, we cannot accept entries from any of the "exceptions" mentioned in the rules.

I disagree that it's clear. The wording of this could be construed to mean that if you live on base in the states, you're barred from entering. And what about Alaska and Hawaii? Those are states, yet for the military's purpose, they are overseas.

I'm not trying to be combative, simply asking for clarification, as I'm sure GW has at least some people in these circumstances. And speaking as someone who has been overseas, many times these exceptions aren't as clear as people would like them to be. Life with the military is confusing enough without having to puzzle out if you're qualified to participate in a contest.

GourangaPizza

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Oct 2006

R/W

21 Feb 2007 at 12:26 - 30

Ermmm, entries from countries that are not forementioned such as Singapore are not eligible, am I correct? If so, that would probably be very disappointing.

Milennin

Jungle Guide

Join Date: Sep 2006

Europe

W/

21 Feb 2007 at 13:52 - 31

I already got an idea for a weapon (Scythe) but have a few questions.
Are you allowed to submit more than one design for the contest?
Why can't you e-mail your art (I prefer drawing on the computer...but don't have a printer...)?
If you draw your design on, let's say an A-4, how are you going to send it without having to fold it?

The5thSeraph

Banned

Join Date: Jan 2007

21 Feb 2007 at 14:08 - 32

No e-mailing?

Maybe its to prevent people claiming credit for the artwork of others. If its drawn on paper and not printed out then chances are that its not plagiarism or somesuch...

Of course... for those of us talented with graphics programs but absolutely useless with pencil and paper, it kinda sucks.

Lonesamurai

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Apr 2006

Cheltenham, Glos, UK

Wolf Pack Samurai [WPS]

R/A

21 Feb 2007 at 14:16 - 33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Milennin

I already got an idea for a weapon (Scythe) but have a few questions.
Are you allowed to submit more than one design for the contest?
Why can't you e-mail your art (I prefer drawing on the computer...but don't have a printer...)?
If you draw your design on, let's say an A-4, how are you going to send it without having to fold it?

use an A4 envelope maybe?

thelegendozelda

Frost Gate Guardian

Join Date: Jun 2006

OoT

W/Mo

21 Feb 2007 at 14:18 - 34

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gaile Gray

Those who win are recognized, in spades:

They are cited on the website, and that recognition is there, forever. Like this. Or this. Or this.
Their art is an inspiration for a weapon, focus, or shield that is permanently added to the game.
They get real world prizes.

That seems enough to me.

I mean come on people something you made will be in the game forever, thats enough!........OR you want your IGN posted all over so people can PM you and say your cool?

The5thSeraph

Banned

Join Date: Jan 2007

21 Feb 2007 at 14:26 - 35

Do folks who designed a weapon that got used in game get at least one free copy of the weapon for their account?

If not, why not?

If I'd designed something for Guild Wars, I'd want a copy of it.... and be very put out if it were put somewhere like the DoA where I couldn't get it.

Darksun

Jungle Guide

Join Date: May 2005

USA

Karr's Castle

W/E

21 Feb 2007 at 15:29 - 36

Quote:

Originally Posted by The5thSeraph

Do folks who designed a weapon that got used in game get at least one free copy of the weapon for their account?

No, we did not. At first I was disappointed, but then I felt that it gave me something to work for, another goal. It was cool to finally get my Hammer at the end of Factions. (although I ended up trading it for a shield since I don't like vampirics

)

The5thSeraph

Banned

Join Date: Jan 2007

21 Feb 2007 at 17:03 - 37

Burn...

So is there another Design a Weapon contest taking place? If so, might you be able to direct me to it?
And do they ever do "Design Armour" contests?
I reckon I could do fairly well in either... assuming they don't mind if I avoid pencil + paper and stick to graphical art as I know well enough.

MSecorsky

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Jun 2005

So Cal

The Sinister Vanguard

Me/

21 Feb 2007 at 17:04 - 38

What would be a nice prize, as a thought Gaile, would be for the winning designers to get one of the weapons they designed in game as a present. Shouldn't hurt the game/economy/whatever at all, and let's them show off thier new toy.

You know what stinks... having great ideas in head but lousy drawing skills. Sigh...

MSecorsky

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Jun 2005

So Cal

The Sinister Vanguard

Me/

21 Feb 2007 at 17:05 - 39

Quote:

Originally Posted by The5thSeraph

Of course... for those of us talented with graphics programs but absolutely useless with pencil and paper, it kinda sucks.

You can print off your design and mail that, no?

Jecht Scye

Wilds Pathfinder

Join Date: Dec 2005

Lucky Crickets[Luck]

N/Me

21 Feb 2007 at 17:13 - 40

Quote:

Originally Posted by MSecorsky

What would be a nice prize, as a thought Gaile, would be for the winning designers to get one of the weapons they designed in game as a present. Shouldn't hurt the game/economy/whatever at all, and let's them show off thier new toy.

You know what stinks... having great ideas in head but lousy drawing skills. Sigh...

I know the feeling.