Title Screen Contest
INTRODUCTION
Hello everyone, Bon Ink Creations is having a contest through Deviantart.com to create a title screen image. The intent is to create a picture that will be shown in game before starting a new adventure or continuing a previous one as well as to represent the game Merlin The RPG. Please read each section below to find out more about the contest. At the very bottom you will find links for reference.
GAME INFO
This game is a fan project based off of the television show BBC's Merlin, with no official affiliations. It is being created in a 16 bit graphic style similar to a Super Nintendo(SNES) game. Merlin The RPG will follow closely the story of the Arthurian legend as told by BBC's Merlin, and influenced by the legend itself. The game will be free upon its release for PC.
It is being released in sections, the first game is based off of season 1, which is what this cover art will be used for.
PICTURE DESCRIPTION
-Style
Realistic looking, but may lean towards cartoon in nature, IE slightly larger eyes to show emotion, or hearts around head to show emotion. Nothing too comical however, no Chibi or anime style, more traditional in proportion and look. With that said, you never know what will look good, so if you think it will look great in your style, then surprise us!
-People
The picture must include at least Merlin, Arthur and Nimueh, but ideally also Morgana, Guinevere, Uther and Gaius.
You may also include, The Great Dragon, Lancelot, Mordred, or any of the other season 1 characters.
All people in the image must be based off of the look of the characters in the television show, IE clothing color, hair style etc.
-Setting
This is entirely up to you. You may include Camelot castle in the background or as a main setting, the characters can each be in their own settings, or all part of one large scene.
It is a fantasy style game, so a forest, or medieval town will do fine.
-Mood
The image should be lighthearted in nature, without being comical. No dark or too serious undertones, however it should not be like a cartoon in nature. No blood or gore, however serious facial expression are allowed, as well as combat scenes etc.
CONTEST INFO
• The contest begins as of this post(May 21), and ends August 30 2011.
• The winner will be chosen based on how well their picture represents season one of the show versus the other submissions and is rewarded 400 Deviant Art Points
• Their art will be featured as the main picture to represent the game as well as they will also be credited on the official website and in game credits for their work.
• If interested the winner will also be given the opportunity to create more images needed for chapter(episode) representation.
SUBMISSION RULES
• Must be created by you or your team for this contest, new material only please.
• PG 13 Pictures only (no nudity, vulgarity or gore)
• Must be computer rendered for final submission
• As many entries as desired per contestant
• PNG or JPG file extensions only, with dimensions of 640w x 480h
• Must include Merlin, Arthur, Nimueh
• Can NOT include any image or idea from seasons 2+ that are not in season 1.
• No Dialogue or words of any kind, you may hide your initials or signature for recognition.
• Must leave a spot near the top for a title to be added, 150 pixels in height, and the entire
length. This spot should still be part of the background however, and not left blank.See Layout link at bottom.
• If desired you may add the title 'Merlin The RPG' in large text, with 'The Retribution of Magic' in small text under it. however you must then submit one with and without the title.See Layout link at bottom.
• You must also leave a 100x100 pixel box in the bottom AND top right hand corner free of important graphic, while still including background.See Layout link at bottom.
• E-Mail submissions to [email protected] or post a reply at Deviantart with a link to your image.
REFERENCE LINKS
Format Layout
BBC's Merlin Official Website
BBC's Merlin Wikia
Feel free contact us at [email protected] with any questions or considerations.
Hello everyone, Bon Ink Creations is having a contest through Deviantart.com to create a title screen image. The intent is to create a picture that will be shown in game before starting a new adventure or continuing a previous one as well as to represent the game Merlin The RPG. Please read each section below to find out more about the contest. At the very bottom you will find links for reference.
GAME INFO
This game is a fan project based off of the television show BBC's Merlin, with no official affiliations. It is being created in a 16 bit graphic style similar to a Super Nintendo(SNES) game. Merlin The RPG will follow closely the story of the Arthurian legend as told by BBC's Merlin, and influenced by the legend itself. The game will be free upon its release for PC.
It is being released in sections, the first game is based off of season 1, which is what this cover art will be used for.
PICTURE DESCRIPTION
-Style
Realistic looking, but may lean towards cartoon in nature, IE slightly larger eyes to show emotion, or hearts around head to show emotion. Nothing too comical however, no Chibi or anime style, more traditional in proportion and look. With that said, you never know what will look good, so if you think it will look great in your style, then surprise us!
-People
The picture must include at least Merlin, Arthur and Nimueh, but ideally also Morgana, Guinevere, Uther and Gaius.
You may also include, The Great Dragon, Lancelot, Mordred, or any of the other season 1 characters.
All people in the image must be based off of the look of the characters in the television show, IE clothing color, hair style etc.
-Setting
This is entirely up to you. You may include Camelot castle in the background or as a main setting, the characters can each be in their own settings, or all part of one large scene.
It is a fantasy style game, so a forest, or medieval town will do fine.
-Mood
The image should be lighthearted in nature, without being comical. No dark or too serious undertones, however it should not be like a cartoon in nature. No blood or gore, however serious facial expression are allowed, as well as combat scenes etc.
CONTEST INFO
• The contest begins as of this post(May 21), and ends August 30 2011.
• The winner will be chosen based on how well their picture represents season one of the show versus the other submissions and is rewarded 400 Deviant Art Points
• Their art will be featured as the main picture to represent the game as well as they will also be credited on the official website and in game credits for their work.
• If interested the winner will also be given the opportunity to create more images needed for chapter(episode) representation.
SUBMISSION RULES
• Must be created by you or your team for this contest, new material only please.
• PG 13 Pictures only (no nudity, vulgarity or gore)
• Must be computer rendered for final submission
• As many entries as desired per contestant
• PNG or JPG file extensions only, with dimensions of 640w x 480h
• Must include Merlin, Arthur, Nimueh
• Can NOT include any image or idea from seasons 2+ that are not in season 1.
• No Dialogue or words of any kind, you may hide your initials or signature for recognition.
• Must leave a spot near the top for a title to be added, 150 pixels in height, and the entire
length. This spot should still be part of the background however, and not left blank.See Layout link at bottom.
• If desired you may add the title 'Merlin The RPG' in large text, with 'The Retribution of Magic' in small text under it. however you must then submit one with and without the title.See Layout link at bottom.
• You must also leave a 100x100 pixel box in the bottom AND top right hand corner free of important graphic, while still including background.See Layout link at bottom.
• E-Mail submissions to [email protected] or post a reply at Deviantart with a link to your image.
REFERENCE LINKS
Format Layout
BBC's Merlin Official Website
BBC's Merlin Wikia
Feel free contact us at [email protected] with any questions or considerations.