Tyria's Next Top Model Cycle 2 Application Form

Roguish Seraph

Frost Gate Guardian

Join Date: Dec 2005

Kamadan

[Evil]

Mo/E

08 Mar 2007 at 06:27 - 41

Yes that was fun, girls

I wont bother the forums with yet another pic of us having fun (people might get jealous =P), so here is a blooper.

Lets just say some towering warrior took her spear and she was trying to grab for it.

Apparantly she has really large hands too o.o

Good luck with the apps everyone!

Oh yeah <3 Team Jael

Laenavesse

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Nov 2006

The Shadow Tower

08 Mar 2007 at 07:41 - 42

aagggh i can't decide who i want to enter for the actual contest and who should be the backup..

monk i have more armor choices...but my sin..agh she looks better with mask though, IMO.

ah well here are some outtakes, maybe y'all could help me decide

Rika (my monk) only had one really >.> I deleted the others before realizing i shoulda kept them lol. "And this how you do the Karate Chop!"

Esthera (my sin) had..several. and then she went and mutilated some 100 armor suit thing xD. But for the sake of the thread, I only chose 3 :O

First she's exhausted from all of those screenshots, then she's wondering why she is there to begin with, and then she realizes people are watching and is like "noooo don't look at meee!"

And here she is in her element...killing things.

I think she had just finished Moebius Strike and is gearing up for Death Blossom o-o And she has her mask on..which is usually what she wears anyway

fight on my darling sin, fight on!

RTSFirebat

The Humanoid Typhoon

Join Date: May 2005

Servants of Fortuna [SoF]

08 Mar 2007 at 07:46 - 43

Some people have already been breaking the rules of spamming and chatting. If one of your posts have been deleted you should now know.

Remember unlike the older thread, spamming and rule break is not acceptable.

Now back on the topic, liking the pictures so far.

Noanoa

Lion's Arch Merchant

Join Date: Aug 2005

Finland

I Need Scissors [Aivo]

Rt/

08 Mar 2007 at 07:53 - 44

I followed the whole Cycle 1, so I've been eagerly waiting for a chance to join the fun \o/.

Luckily the ranger Divine Aura is so discreet.

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandon1107

i've been in Balthazaars Temple International Districts for like almost everyday spamming emotes and everyone is saying shut up and trash talking me. I've been there too, but then I moved to Italian because some stupid players started following me around and ruining my shots >_<.

I never keep the emote chat on, so I honestly didn't care if my spamming bothered anyone.

Ysabeth Noirelune

Academy Page

Join Date: Feb 2007

See that map ? Somewhere around there.

Me/N

08 Mar 2007 at 10:43 - 45

The fun begins ! Application sent, I had a great time doing the shots. Those were in the final reject pile and now I'm having a fun time second-guessing myself ^^

This one was rejected for a severe case of "there's a pnj near my behind, noooooooooo!"

This one was fine actually, love the angle and the light... But the ship behind her attracts the eye a little to much, I think.

I finally choose that armor to go with the pose. Very body hugging, it gives a sinuous look. Went for dying it green+blue rather than my trademark violet+blue to lighten the picture and her skin color, since the light comes from behind her. This picture was on the reject pile, but not by much.

Nian

Wilds Pathfinder

Join Date: Mar 2007

Finland

08 Mar 2007 at 11:15 - 46

Hello all! I'm new to the forums. I was drawn here because of the last cycle of this very competition(came around when the final 2 were already competing!) and now I've decided to register and enter my spunky cheerful monk Noel to join in.

I'll have to type in my application later when I have more time. For now here are some pictures from the Temple of Balfie session.

"Aah! I dropped my contacts!"

I used the Italian district too, somehow it was less crowded than the International and none bothered me there. Not that I would have noticed... <.<

Lastly...
Good luck everyone and take some great pictures for our viewing pleasure!

zara

Frost Gate Guardian

Join Date: May 2006

everywhere and no where

Mo/

08 Mar 2007 at 11:37 - 47

Here is one I took - it is obvious why I decided against it
the skillbar detracts from the picture because I forgot to hide it

And I was never able to get that same pose again - the dangly parts in the hair
like to stretch through the face and and ruin it.
And in the end after many screenies I decided to use my second character (my ranger) over my favorite

Sadly, this picture isnt usable for this as it has my cape on because
I took it in either randoms or HA.

Diddy bow

Furnace Stoker

Join Date: Oct 2006

Jawsome!!!!!!!!!!!

looking for one :p

A/D

08 Mar 2007 at 12:01 - 48

I would enter but one of my chars is a mule and the other stuck on istan lvl 6 ¬¬. Mabay next time

But there is my lovable pvp ranger who i havnt re-rolled in 3 months

knives

Jungle Guide

Join Date: Jun 2005

USA

Grenths Rejects [GR]

Me/

08 Mar 2007 at 14:47 - 49

I was going to enter this cycle, and am still unsure about it, but I did some pics with my mesmer for fun. ^^

Environment is just as important as your pose!

Just /bored near the autumn tree.

Perynne

Site Contributor

Join Date: Oct 2006

Finland

Runners of the Rose [RR]

08 Mar 2007 at 14:54 - 50

Here's Perynne, signing in (finally).

Getting third place in the last cycle was enough for me, so I will just be sitting back and following this cycle as a stalker. Mwahah! Any europeans getting into the competition, beware of me and my print-screen button.

Oooh, all the applications look great! Very nice screenshots here! Just as a comment to a few of you, try not to take screenshots where the light source is behind your back. True, it makes the lighting more dramatic, but it can also easily overshadow your model's face and you don't want that. Last round taught us that lighting is VERY important. Also, try to go for simpler or symmetrical backgrounds that aren't too "busy". Your model has to stand out clearly, without being overshadowed by all the pretty architecture in the back.
Good luck to all the applicants, I can't wait to see who gets chosen! More screenies, yes please.

LadyNilene

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: May 2006

Silver Millenium

E/Me

08 Mar 2007 at 17:49 - 51

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laenavesse

question, do they have to be different locations on the isle or can they be different poses but at the same spot?

and do you want to see the full body or does it matter? You can do whatever you want, only rule about the pictures is they have to be within the Great Temple of Balthazar.

This cycle's popular profession seems to be monks...already, there are twelve monks applying lol, which can be seen on the thread as well...lots of monks lol

Ember010

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Nov 2006

08 Mar 2007 at 18:05 - 52

I'm trying to be so careful with my application this time. So i've been spending a while getting it together. Should definately be ready by tomorrow =D all excited! woohoo!

The Last Anthem

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Aug 2006

my guildhall.

Mo/

08 Mar 2007 at 20:15 - 53

FINALLY got my email to quit being dumb xD at the last moment I decided to retake my mesmer's picture..this is the one I was going to send in

But I decided I didn't like the hand and the leaves were ...meh :/ the new one makes me think..W T S Luxury Boat! or something

Sentao Nugra

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Jul 2005

Crystal Lake, Illinois

Grenths Rejects [GR]

08 Mar 2007 at 22:39 - 54

Well... I'm sending the application as we speak. Here are my 3 eliminated pictures:

Love the picture, but the face is too dark:

Getting ready for the undies shoot:

The toughest one to eliminate:

I absolutely loved this picture, but already saw people posting here about busy backgrounds. The boat and harbor drew my attention from my own character...

P.S. The little party we had in GToB was great, good luck girls. :P

Brandon1107

Wilds Pathfinder

Join Date: Jul 2006

08 Mar 2007 at 23:04 - 55

The third one is great. The first one though looks like your leg was bitten off

Still take shots. Then I have to find a good shot fro my necro as a back up.

Mango I didn't even notice it was you. te he. I got bored taking SS's so I felt like "scaring everyone" and we had like a emote fight and then you left. Just relized it was you when reading this page.

Mesmer in Need

Forge Runner

Join Date: Mar 2006

[ToA]

09 Mar 2007 at 03:25 - 56

I missed Cycle one, so heres my chance!
Edit: better pic

Good Old clarissa Stormcloud, my first ever character, and the prettiest one at boot. (my second prettiest is my male war

)

LadyNilene

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: May 2006

Silver Millenium

E/Me

09 Mar 2007 at 03:35 - 57

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laenavesse

I just had a giant brain fart:

When you want us to describe ourselves, do you mean us personally or our character? o______O Yourself. Everyone who will be accepted will have that option of choosing between two characters anyways, so yeah, definitely you and not your character.

Sentao Nugra

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Jul 2005

Crystal Lake, Illinois

Grenths Rejects [GR]

09 Mar 2007 at 05:03 - 58

Quote:

Originally Posted by LadyNilene

Yourself. Everyone who will be accepted will have that option of choosing between two characters anyways, so yeah, definitely you and not your character. Oh my... I applied from my characters point of view. Is this going to penalize me in any way? Last cycle, people got points for taking the time to write the whole application out in first person, so I figured what the heck.

cosyfiep

are we there yet?

Join Date: Dec 2005

in a land far far away

guild? I am supposed to have a guild?

Rt/

09 Mar 2007 at 05:31 - 59

not much time to spend on my photoshoot today with my necro----but I knew when she had had enough of it----------------------

think we got 3 good shots before she broke down.

now to the app-............

Brandon1107

Wilds Pathfinder

Join Date: Jul 2006

09 Mar 2007 at 15:13 - 60

Does our pic with our second character have to be at The Great Temple of Balthaazar?

Sarah Eleanore

Ascalonian Squire

Join Date: Jun 2006

09 Mar 2007 at 16:16 - 61

Wow.. so many amazing photos ;o!
I've done most of the questions but still have to go make pictures now!
Now who to take as my second character X_X....

xxSilhouette

Desert Nomad

Join Date: Jan 2006

Lost in the sands of time...

Blood Of Orr [BoO]

R/Rt

09 Mar 2007 at 18:20 - 62

Wow! amazing shots everyone! I'm very hyped for this cycle!!!

I'm going to give some advice though, I've noticed a few people with the Divine Aura, and I want to say it is very important to be careful with it. Make sure that it adds to your shot rather than takes away from it. In reference to myself...

In this shot, the divine aura added to my shot.
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...es/tntm004.jpg

While in this shot, the divine aura was very noticeable, and took away from it.
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...eyes/tntm8.jpg
Other model featured in this shot is Katina from cycle 1!! =)

The best thing to do is try to fine surroundings and backgrounds that don't clash with the color on the aura. and make sure that the aura isn't more noticeable then you are. Hope that is helpful!

Laenavesse

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Nov 2006

The Shadow Tower

09 Mar 2007 at 20:38 - 63

yeah i noticed a lot of applicants with the divine aura and wanted to warn people about it too >.o i think those that have the swirly kind may be better off than the sins who have the glowing star but i don't know >.o might be a little tougher for some.

Noanoa

Lion's Arch Merchant

Join Date: Aug 2005

Finland

I Need Scissors [Aivo]

Rt/

09 Mar 2007 at 21:24 - 64

The Divine Aura does indeed feel like a terrible handicap (and it's why I didn't want to apply with my monk, because her Aura is so over the top). Lack of different armor sets is something that can be remedied by playing (=grinding) more, but there's no getting rid of the Aura.

Then again, I didn't even remember xxSilhouette having an Aura in the last competition, so it must show that shots can be taken without the Aura being too obvious ^^;. I also believe there are pics that just couldn't be done without the Aura.

(I like to think of this and the previous pic I posted as such ^^;).

Must take more pictures... must write application... hurrrrrr ~~ *insomnia monster*

creelie

Wilds Pathfinder

Join Date: Jan 2007

Alberta

Charter Vanguard [CV]

Mo/

09 Mar 2007 at 21:51 - 65

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laenavesse

i think those that have the swirly kind may be better off than the sins who have the glowing star but i don't know >.o might be a little tougher for some. I disagree, I think the stationary auras (assassin, paragon) are less likely to be a challenge. They can be treated like props, whereas there's no escaping the trails.

Not that I have this 'problem' either way.

Apple Tart

Ascalonian Squire

Join Date: Jan 2006

the land of rainbows and unicorns <3

Me/

10 Mar 2007 at 01:57 - 66

I was busy with school for the last cycle, but I totally want to join for this one. Now for screenshots! I just looked through the last one and it looks like expectations are high D:

Laenavesse

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Nov 2006

The Shadow Tower

10 Mar 2007 at 04:48 - 67

Quote:

Originally Posted by creelie

I disagree, I think the stationary auras (assassin, paragon) are less likely to be a challenge. They can be treated like props, whereas there's no escaping the trails.

Not that I have this 'problem' either way. at first i thought that the swirly ones would be more difficult, but then i thought that they could actually add a lot more with the environment..like the rangers could have some sort of faerie/elf nature thing going on with their thing or something

i think the stationary ones look like you're going to shoot lasers at someone o_O

maybe it's just a personal preference XD

either way...they can be bad and good lol

xxSilhouette

Desert Nomad

Join Date: Jan 2006

Lost in the sands of time...

Blood Of Orr [BoO]

R/Rt

10 Mar 2007 at 06:06 - 68

Quote:

Originally Posted by Noanoa

Then again, I didn't even remember xxSilhouette having an Aura in the last competition, so it must show that shots can be taken without the Aura being too obvious ^^;. I also believe there are pics that just couldn't be done without the Aura. Actually a lot of times i just made it a point to not have it in there, as the assassin divine aura seems to fade in and out, so many times i would retake pictures until it wasn't noticeable.

To quote Nilene, I think that she said something along the lines of it being related to those models who have skin disorders or who are plus size. You know you have it, and you need to work with it and work it to your advantage.

Stig Figger

Academy Page

Join Date: Mar 2006

Canada

10 Mar 2007 at 08:40 - 69

Hope everyone else is enjoying the outtakes too. Here's a few of mine.

You caught me at work...

No flash photography please...

Showing off my best side (almost made it into my application)...

If we took a vote, I wonder what the most popular emotes have been/will be for the application shots. Mine will be: /beckon, /scratch and /doh.

Nian

Wilds Pathfinder

Join Date: Mar 2007

Finland

10 Mar 2007 at 09:09 - 70

After seeing Noanoa's monk I have to agree that the monk Divine Aura is something to be very scared of. It's capable of complitelly eliminating anything in it's way. I do like Noanoa's ranger's aura though and it can be used to her advantage.

Ofcourse DA's are not the only things to watch out for. Many characters have dangling objects in their hair and ears. My monk included. And because the 3D model's headbone does not seem to reach the dangling objects in full it will leave parts of them unanimated. And this will look like the object is streching madly because the end of the object is left somewhere in the air, far from the characters actual head.(I'm a 3D nerd yeah...)

Just have to really watch out for that... Luckily the plane the dangles are often created on are 1pixel wide so they should not be so visible if viewn strictly from the side.

pebble

Ascalonian Squire

Join Date: Mar 2007

10 Mar 2007 at 18:45 - 71

i have a question
if any of the information we enter on our application changes before the deadline should we inform you or just leave it?

Laenavesse

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Nov 2006

The Shadow Tower

10 Mar 2007 at 18:55 - 72

Lol Nian, that looks really warped out xD My monk has the same hairstyle and I wondered if something funky like that would happen, so far hasn't happened yet though.

the monk /shoo (or was it taunt..dangit.) is actually pretty cool from the side:

^ i so would submit that if she was entering but I'm using another shot for the secondary character thing.

I'm still trying to figure out a good spot for my sin's screens

she has black armor and everywhere in balth is DARK. Ugh. And then cropping..and and...gr...I'm just afraid to crop too much or if they want a full shot or maybe I should just toss in both and what about how much background they want and aaagggh x_x *head explodes*

oh and because of this (well and my test pvp i was doing last night) i'm ending buying my sin ANOTHER SET of armor -OOO-;;;;;; my funds for the naga raincaller are depleting >_<

RTSFirebat

The Humanoid Typhoon

Join Date: May 2005

Servants of Fortuna [SoF]

10 Mar 2007 at 19:19 - 73

Laenavesse careful with the posts. Some of them are just spammyish (A new word

), I like you taking a big interest in this, but please try not to post QQ O_O;;;;;;;; type spam.

The post above would be better without it.

Its hard to say what is spam or not I guess. Just a reminder to everyone.

We may seem pushy about the new spam rule, but the old Tyria thread was really spammy.

Thanks

EDIT by Unlucky Slayer: Grammar. =P

creelie

Wilds Pathfinder

Join Date: Jan 2007

Alberta

Charter Vanguard [CV]

Mo/

10 Mar 2007 at 19:56 - 74

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stig Figger

If we took a vote, I wonder what the most popular emotes have been/will be for the application shots. Mine will be: /beckon, /scratch and /doh. Nice pictures!

My favorite emote is /no. It's the only one where Sax's magical shoulder-anchored ponytail shifts to hang behind her back.

For the application itself, I'm going to guess a ton of monk applicants employed /bored. It's very posey.

Laenavesse

Krytan Explorer

Join Date: Nov 2006

The Shadow Tower

10 Mar 2007 at 23:23 - 75

doh, sorry rts >_<

yeah, i'm trying to be careful, but like you said it's really hard to decide what's spam..in fact is this spam even though I'm responding to your warning?? agggh please tell me, i'm not trying to spam, i'm just trying to reply to the previous posts and say my own opinions >_<

was it the line about the armor? if so, sorry!!

but all of these screenshots really do look cool, looks like there will be a good batch of competitors this time around as well.

Addition:

Erm..what's QQ O_O;; type spam?