Zodanga

[mat_r]

Hey there =)

Seems like I really neglected my online presence these past couple of months...

I'd like to share with you this city map I made a while ago for Modiphius Entertainment, for their John Carter of Mars RPG.
I had lots of fun working on a city map in a bit of a different setting with a unique touch, for a change. The client asked me to make the difference between tall and lower buildings visible on the map and I really enjoyed working that out with cast shadows and by pulling the taller buildings more into focus by making them brighter.

Would love to hear everyone's thoughts!

Cheers!
Matthias

Zodanga_Matthias_Rothenaicher_web.jpg

[Tiana]

Interesting choice. I might have added a legend to explain the height code since I see it ranges from more than just short and tall. The result is great, very easy on the eyes, an excellent style for that sort of genre.

[Kellerica]

Wow, this looks amazing. I've enjoyed this style of city before, but I think this one has a much stronger texture to it than your previous maps did and I love it. I feel like the handdrawn lines of the hills and vegetation around the city should clash with the buildings that look a bit more 3D to me, but somehow they don't. The whole is harmonious in a way I can't quite put my finger on. Killer colours too, and I think the shadow work on the taller buildings came out great too. Just love this! Have some rep, and off to the inspiration folder with you!

[MistyBeee]

Oh, great city map, Mat ! I love the unique style, working really well for this thematic, and I'm fond of how you shown the height of the buildings. Well done !

[Ilanthar]

Very nice work, Matt & congrats for the commission.