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Postby MessengerOfDreams » April 30th, 2015, 7:35 pm

So! WITBLO! That was a thing...

Okay, first things first, WOW. I'm shocked we're even having one in 2015. While we will still be having WITBLOAT to celebrate the 5th year anniversary of the site from 2009-mid 2014, 2015 will still have its WITBLO, and 2014 will wrap up its WITBLO.

So, I've worked on the 2015 list. This is just what's confirmed. If you're not on here yet, DON'T WORRY. I'm either waiting on better things from you, for you to make some saving grace fixes on your level, I'm waiting to see if public opinion matches levels I personally like since my taste is off, or I'm not sure you want it in in some rare cases.

PLEASE be sure to make suggestions for WITBLO15!

Here's the list so far.
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Rocky Canyons by Supershroom
The first guest entry for Star king's legendary series Super Mario Countdown, which has had all of its levels entered into WITBLOAT!

Eternity City by MP3 Amplifier
The late entrant/concept to the 28th LDC finally finished up this year, this level has some amazing concept work in it.

Mushroom Mounts by Konradix
A very complete, solid, and satisfying portal level in a year where the portal was brought back to life.

Sandworm Domain by Yurimaster
The duel winning level between him and NanTheDark that scored the highest out of any level in any judging arena since Krazy321!

TheGiantTree by yoshiforthewin
This quiet but powerful portal hit takes a little bit to get going but will wow you when it's done!

Glyphs in the Sand by Tap W
The biggest new portal talent of the year so far, this two-part miniseries will surprise you with its talent!

Elemental Caverns by Tap W
TapW's first level, that all around excels in nearly every capacity!

Flooded Past by Star king
2015's first release into Super Mario Countdown, receiving rave reviews right from the drop!

Ascent by NanTheDark
While it lost the duel, the ideas here and the general concept leave massive amounts of potential if done right.

And, of course, our 29th LDC Entrants!

Leaves from the Vine by MessengerOfDreams/Star king
Despite a tough judging crowd this year, this miniseries tributing the level designer won six judges over with an overall score of 17.25, winning the contest!

The Secret Meadow by MP3 Amplifier
The prequel to the legendary storytelling series Tearing Paper, MP3 makes a simple yet gorgeous world unique, distant, melancholy.

Cosmic Garden by Yurimaster
While short and not as perfect as Sandworm Domain, the concepts here are unbelievable and unique, with a very unforgettable look.

Treasure Hunt by Doram
Despite not being graphically perfect, the treasure hunt aspect is pulled off nearly perfectly, combining the best traits of many of Doram's past works!
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So, what does this mean for current lists?

First off, there's WITBLOAT. I wanted to get that done first before WITBLO14, and had a table of judges ready to help me out. However, as time passes, progress has NOT been made on it. I also still have yet to get the balls to ask Runouw to participate in our judging panel. Once we do that, I should hope we'll make progress on that, but it might be awhile.

In the meantime, focus needs to be made on WITBLO14, if we cannot do the all-time list. I don't recall if I have a dedicated group of judges, but if I hired you, lemme know, and if ya wanna be hired, lemme know, lel.

For a refresher, here's the 20 levels entered into WITBLO14. Red ones were voted into WITBLOAT in August of 2014.

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Hell's Rebellion by MP3 Amplifier
Freezestone by Yurimaster
KoopaCorpTM by Kaboom
Echoes of Time by MessengerOfDreams
Neon City by Star king
Candy Coaster by Star king
Gemstone Temple by Emelia Kaylee/Star king
Exploring the Unknown by Yurimaster
Aquatic Breach by Triple J
Urban Climb by NanTheDark (yes, 2 25quared LDC entrants this time!)
Red Sun Fortress by Yurimaster
Le Casse-tête de la Grotte by Harmless
Tall Tree in the Forest by Supershroom
Futuristic Dream by Supershroom
Tree Festival Galaxy by lordpat
The Water Butterfly by Mp3 Amplifier
Dead Valley: The Nightmare by FrozenFire
Paco Hills by TurboFunder
Darkwater Caverns by Harmless
Mountain Fortress by 1018peter


So there's that.

So that's a lot to keep track of, so time is of the essence. For 2014, let's get a team going. For the all-time list, let's get our team going. For 2015... well, keep creating, keep building up your resume, who knows what will happen.
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Re: WITBLO15 Topic/The State of WITBLOAT/14

Postby ~MP3 Amplifier~ » May 1st, 2015, 9:50 am

Omg I have two levels in WITBLO15 already *cries in happy tears*

I will have to improve Eternity City's ending a bit though over the course of this year. It was very rushed due to the fact I wanted to release it onto the portal asap.
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Re: WITBLO15 Topic/The State of WITBLOAT/14

Postby ~Yuri » May 1st, 2015, 9:54 am

Pretty nice list so far. Would like to suggest Cherry Blossom Temple by Lordpat for now. There was another portal one I wanted to indicate for WITBLO but I forgot which one it was. Will try to remember and post it later.
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Re: WITBLO15 Topic/The State of WITBLOAT/14

Postby MessengerOfDreams » May 1st, 2015, 9:58 am

Oh man consider that LP one added.
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also Diddy/Lucina <3
Fanfic: Worth a Thousand Words
Because the world needed a Samus/Dedede story
Fanfic: Ecstatic Silence
Just wanted to write and ♥♥♥♥ like this happens, you'd think I'd know better.
Fanfic: Far From the Edge
It's a dance that's been a long time coming for a brand new man and an unchanging woman, but once one takes the plunge there's no falling back up.
Original: Jealous Ghosts of the Mississippi
The story of Rachel meeting Amber after a lifetime of silence and being shunned
Original: Your Hand in Mine
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Re: WITBLO15 Topic/The State of WITBLOAT/14

Postby l.m » May 1st, 2015, 10:00 am

You should also consider some Jumbo101 levels, like The Experimental Error. It's pretty nice.
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Re: WITBLO15 Topic/The State of WITBLOAT/14

Postby Supershroom » May 1st, 2015, 10:03 am

14 levels already with Lordpat's level. Wow.

And one of them is mine. Even more wow :D

For WITLBO14, I'm confident with the two things I have. Two levels with some good potential of improvement in a jolty first half year.
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2 stars: (6 - 9.75) These levels are not terrible, but poor. They're too short, lack scenery or they have errors and/or bugs but it's still barely enjoyable. Again, spend more effort and try to do better. (if it's your first level that I rate two stars, it's not bad. There's a long way you can still go)

3 stars: (10 - 12.75) These levels are about mediocre. They may be still a little bit short, the gameplay is fine but not very original and graphics are also solid, but not breath-taking. Try to keep improving!

4 stars: (13 - 15) These levels are nice, but not the best. Effort has been put into them, there can some professionality be seen in gameplay and graphics, they're a nice experience to play, but there are still things you can do to make it even better. Try to go the extra mile!

5 stars: (15.25 - 20) These are really great levels, those which, as said, I would give more than 15 in an LDC. These suffice many high requirements, and it already goes into subtleties if you want to make them better. These levels are successful all around. Bravo.

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Re: WITBLO15 Topic/The State of WITBLOAT/14

Postby Harmless » May 1st, 2015, 11:07 am

oh yeah moy if you wanted to include butterfly hills go ahead, I took judge criticisms and souped it up a lot

I'm pretty sure it's on the LDP somewhere

that is, if you still like it

and let me guess that's a no :<
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Re: WITBLO15 Topic/The State of WITBLOAT/14

Postby MessengerOfDreams » May 1st, 2015, 11:17 am

Lol I totally like it I just don't wanna get steamrolled for bias. But I'll definitely give it a look-over.
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Silent Conversations and a Crow's Final Song!
My latest story, and one of my personal favorites. A girl bound in silence finds the words to say to her prospective girlfriend as they visit her religious father in a dusty town on the edge of Kansas, where the crows' migration south brings forth anchored memories, the path to resolution, and a new start.

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Updated Works! Some of my past best and current stuff: show
Writing Works!
Fanfic: Shut Up and Dance
why do I write so much about dancing you don't dance you've never danced in your entire life
lying little ♥♥♥♥ with your ♥♥♥♥ story ♥♥♥♥ you
also Diddy/Lucina <3
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Because the world needed a Samus/Dedede story
Fanfic: Ecstatic Silence
Just wanted to write and ♥♥♥♥ like this happens, you'd think I'd know better.
Fanfic: Far From the Edge
It's a dance that's been a long time coming for a brand new man and an unchanging woman, but once one takes the plunge there's no falling back up.
Original: Jealous Ghosts of the Mississippi
The story of Rachel meeting Amber after a lifetime of silence and being shunned
Original: Your Hand in Mine
One of my most personal stories about a dangerous romance. Now to be published in a college lit journal!
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Recent LDC Work:
Level Series: Leaves From The Vine (ft Star King)
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Re: WITBLO15 Topic/The State of WITBLOAT/14

Postby CedarBranch » May 1st, 2015, 3:56 pm

So, 6:66pm didn't actually make it into WITBLO14?

Not that I care so much.
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Re: WITBLO15 Topic/The State of WITBLOAT/14

Postby Harmless » May 1st, 2015, 4:00 pm

MessengerOfDreams wrote:Lol I totally like it I just don't wanna get steamrolled for bias. But I'll definitely give it a look-over.

ah k

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