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Hi Ander, so I tried loading your files in (after upgrading) and mse blows up on me instantly. I'm obviously doing something wrong. Can you point me to where I might learn about not being stupid?
Thanks!
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Ah, my bad, I think. I was under the impression that everyone else's templates were still pretty much based on the game file mine forked off of, but it appears that this isn't the case anymore. So rather than not 100% compatible, the game files are probably going to be quite incompatible, sorry.
Edit: if you mean with my game file, have you tried deleting the 'mse8.config' file in your '...Application Data\Magic Set Editor' directory first?
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Last edited by Ander00; 8th June 2008 at 02:28 PM..
Mine died on me instantly too then I put all the folders from his template into the following folder:
C:\Program Files\Magic Set Editor 2\data
Then I re-opened his complete set and viola! Power goodness!!
Thanks Ander00!!
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In case you want those, I have most of the powers in word files now (I didn't use this mode of operation for warlord powers, which I did first, so those are missing). The warlock ones I only have with some abbreviations ('Constitution modifier' -> 'Con', 'Fortitude' -> 'Fort', etc.), all others I should have in full and in that variant. Also, at least the name, flavor text and rules text should work fine if you load my set with your template.
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Ander...where your link to down load your MSE files? Or the word files
Thank you
I absolutely love your card format. This is perfect tracking the exact numbers for each power. I also think it will work well using them in slip covers with dry erase markers for numbers that might change as the game goes on.
2 Quick Questions.
1) Could you also send me the .doc powers file? You can email me through my profile.
2) You show an example of a printer friendly version of the cards (no shading). Is the only way to get a set of these to go into the settings for each card and change them from Default to Plain? Or do you have a set pre-saved in plain format? Just curious.
2) You show an example of a printer friendly version of the cards (no shading). Is the only way to get a set of these to go into the settings for each card and change them from Default to Plain? Or do you have a set pre-saved in plain format? Just curious.
I don't now about Ander00, but I found that if you go into the style folder and simply delete the default files and than add copies of the plain files with the default names, you'll get the desired results. That's what I did.
Could you send me the .doc powers file at sunspot72[a]gmail[dot]com
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1) Could you also send me the .doc powers file? You can email me through my profile.
I get the feeling the thread would get cluttered with requests, and I'd be quite busy sending emails out, so I'll just add them to the other post.
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Originally Posted by Khaalis
2) You show an example of a printer friendly version of the cards (no shading). Is the only way to get a set of these to go into the settings for each card and change them from Default to Plain? Or do you have a set pre-saved in plain format? Just curious.
Adding a second style was something of an afterthought, so currently you'd have to change the style for the set, and then for any individual cards that already had style options set (cards with long names or rules texts). Alternatively, if you want the simpler style to be the default, you could just do as Daelkyr suggests, or rename the image files in the template directory, so that 'card[color].png' becomes 'card[color]2.png' and vice versa.
p.s.: fixed a few more errors in the set, gave the rogue melee/ranged powers the slightly larger damage boxes and added the stuff from the warforged article.
cheers
Last edited by Ander00; 9th June 2008 at 03:36 PM..
Any chance you'd want to contribute your files to this Power Cards site some of the others here have started? Or have em hosted someplace else?
You have done an amazing job on this, and I just want some place to keep track of updates that you make. I am worried as this thread is getting so big updates could get lost.
I will also make a suggestion to you and all the other card makers for 2 cards to add to your decks; 2nd wind and action points (with the description of how to use them). Probably not as critical but you could also make approaching death cards (when you get 3 of these, you really are dead).
Stevil
Last edited by st3v1l; 9th June 2008 at 07:15 PM..
Any chance you'd want to contribute your files to this Power Cards site some of the others here have started? Or have em hosted someplace else?
While I have no problem with my files being hosted there, I have so far avoided getting a gmail account and would like to keep it that way (even if that might sound a bit irrational to you). Also, it might be a bit confusing, due to the different game files used, unless someone makes an effort to make them compatible again. That won't be me, as I've made my template to suit my needs and as great as some of the others may be, I probably won't use them. And I don't really see everyone adopting my game file that is the result of some lazy hacking.
Maybe the somewhere else option would be the more sensible one.
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Originally Posted by st3v1l
I will also make a suggestion to you and all the other card makers for 2 cards to add to your decks; 2nd wind and action points (with the description of how to use them). Probably not as critical but you could also make approaching death cards (when you get 3 of these, you really are dead).
I've consciously avoided making those, as those are effects that will pretty much stay constant and are easily enough remembered. As is, any given character will approach something like 20 power cards towards the end of his career, adding cards above and beyond that will get unwieldy fast (especially for someone like me, who's currently playing two characters in one campaign).
However, there is nothing stopping you from making them yourself with the template. If you keep them in a separate set, they won't conflict with whatever updates I make to the general one.
I'm a little late getting into this discussion, but I went to the shared website and tried to find the working files... it appears they're all gone. Was there a reason for taking down the PSDs and whatnot? Those are what I really wanted
I've been quietly watching this thread for the last few days since the official release. Like many others, I love the idea of using actual cards in play for the new system and admire the effort and talent being displayed here. However, I found that none of these examples really suited my own personal tastes (no offense). But rather than come here and gripe or whine to get others to do something different just for me, I decided to take it upon myself to create my own cards for my home game.
And then show them off here.
The major differences between my own designs and those shared here are: they're not your standard 'trading card'-sized, they're much more (almost painfully) colorful, and they don't utilize a bunch of symbols like a trading card game might use. And rather than waste the backside with a lovely (but ultimately useless) back cover, - I don't think we need to hide the identity of our character's power cards that we intend to use in play - I utilized both sides for game information. Both front and back are printed on the same page, side-by-side so they fold against each other to form a single card without worrying if your printer will line up the paper properly trying to print on both sides. (What a headache that was until I figured that out!)
I've completed an entire set for each class for power levels 1-3. The images below are samples of an at-will, encounter, and daily power. The original documents are in pdf format and print beautifully (though my inkjet cartridges are expected to dry up real fast!). I'm not really looking for suggestions or criticisms since I've done these mostly for myself (and getaway from the more common designs already being offered by others), but I will accept constructive feedback and criticisms. However, if enough people are interested in this as an alternate design to what has been mostly available, I might make them available for those interested.
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Last edited by Archon of Light; 11th June 2008 at 06:47 AM..
I really like those Archon. I'd be intrested in any of the files you'd like to share. In fact, i'd like to use your card format for some of my own card ideas. Would you be willign to share your working files or post some blank cards for powers and a few blanks in a different colors?
I've completed an entire set for each class for power levels 1-3. The images below are samples of an at-will, encounter, and daily power. The original documents are in pdf format and print beautifully (though my inkjet cartridges are expected to dry up real fast!). I'm not really looking for suggestions or criticisms since I've done these mostly for myself (and getaway from the more common designs already being offered by others), but I will accept constructive feedback and criticisms. However, if enough people are interested in this as an alternate design to what has been mostly available, I might make them available for those interested.
Archon...What program did you use to make them? I would be interested in your files. thank you
What do you print them out on and what with? Just want to make sure mine don't suck.
Hrmm, I got what?
Incidentally, due to some printer mishaps, the cards I am using right now do suck (finally printed them on an old inkjet printer that was running out of color and generally not performing too well). Next time I print them out I'll make sure the printer works as it should first, or get a color cartridge for my own.
Other than that, I find that normal paper works well enough for my purposes. I put them in sleeves to add a bit more stability and ensure they are somewhat safe from whatever beverages and snacks are on the game table. You could of course print them on sturdier paper, put cardboard pieces of the same size into the sleeves or what have you.
I feel like I might potentially hi-jack the thread over other conversations, so I might start a new one before long. In the meantime, for those curious few, I used Paint Shop Pro for creating the images, then Word to insert the text in the appropriate areas, and a pdf compiler to convert the document into a format that's optimized for printing.
I used medium-grade cardstock paper for printing (at 600 dpi). Then I cut and folded each one, using basic glue sticks to keep the sides pressed together until I got them laminated at a local office supply store (cost about $1.50 to do a dozen or so cards, but now I don't have to worry about wear and tear, stains, etc. making it more cost effective than reprinting replacements regularly).
If/when I host them elsewhere for download, you'll be able to copy the background images from the pdf file easily enough for your own use. I don't want to make any promises about making special blank sheets available at this time since I'm more focused on making complete sets for all classes at all levels. I guess it really just depends on the response for them. (I'm debating creating my own website for this kind of thing... been debating it for a while. I'm waiting to see what the GSL will allow and whatnot before getting in too deep. I'll keep the interested few posted.)
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I love all the power cards designed thus far. I've been fooling around with my own; moving around the design elements in the PHB, mirroring (blatantly copying) the style in these cards. I've used bitmaps of the PHB I own for the text to make the whole process move a lot faster. I also love the clean design and didn't think I could improve on it
Another addition I feel is useful is an inclusion of the power category for easier sorting as well as a reference in case of a rules dispute. This will also allow for easy reference to new powers that will inevitably appear in publications outside the core rulebooks.
I've made cards for fighter and paladin classes up to level 5 as High Res PDF. I've only linked one low res jpg though. I'd like to host the PDFs somewhere for everyone to download, any takers?
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