March/April/May '24 Lite Challenge: The Niwlen Spine

[Diamond]

That fog is, frankly, pretty fantastic.

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As Diamond say : the fog is really impressive... it gives a whole other level to the map ! Congratulations

[XCali]

Amazing work.

That fog is, frankly, pretty fantastic.

As Diamond say : the fog is really impressive... it gives a whole other level to the map ! Congratulations

Thanks a bunch! Glad you enjoy it.

[XCali]

Let's have a bit of fun.

I'm curious to see which one each of you pick.

Which variant calls to you the most:

1. The Original Variant.
A_Niwlen Spine_v6_Day.jpeg

2. Dark Variant.
A_Niwlen Spine_v6_Dark.jpeg


3. High/Low Variant.
A_Niwlen Spine_v7_Deep Shadows.jpeg

I was looking at all three and I thought why not add a fourth option that combines some aspects.
4. Moody Variant
A_Niwlen Spine_v8_Combined.jpeg


In the comments let me know which variant do you think I should flesh out as my main going forward

[Diamond]

I like the original the best, BUT I like the dark version too, much more than I thought I would by just looking at the thumbnail.

[Simkin]

Very good map XCali. Of the 4 version I like more the 3°. It seems to me like a real mountain scenario, when the day is cloudy and some of the valley suddenly receive sunlight.

[Bogie]

All are really good just different, if I have to pick favorite, #3 the High Low variant.

[XCali]

I like the original the best, BUT I like the dark version too, much more than I thought I would by just looking at the thumbnail.

It is quite interesting isn't it, looking at the different versions side by side. I like the sun breaking through on the darker version.

Very good map XCali. Of the 4 version I like more the 3°. It seems to me like a real mountain scenario, when the day is cloudy and some of the valley suddenly receive sunlight.

Agreed, it does have that effect, though I think adding a darker part will make it pop more alongside it.

All are really good just different, if I have to pick favorite, #3 the High Low variant.

True true, each have something. I am thinking of going fully combined, plus number 3 as well.

[XCali]

Okay! So after long thinking about it. It's going to be a combination of all the 3 major versions.

Dark, sunbreak, and normal.
A_Niwlen Spine_v9_Combined.jpeg

Blended the versions, blended the border text better. Added the "Boneyard" east of Rots'oord. Added the "Hauntlight Spires" North West of Veilwatch.

Let me know what you all think about the new combined version.

[Turambar]

Okay! So after long thinking about it. It's going to be a combination of all the 3 major versions.

Dark, sunbreak, and normal.
A_Niwlen Spine_v9_Combined.jpeg

Blended the versions, blended the border text better. Added the "Boneyard" east of Rots'oord. Added the "Hauntlight Spires" North West of Veilwatch.

Let me know what you all think about the new combined version.

I think it looks great! My only comment is that some of the small labels (e.g. giant's foot) are quite hard to see. Perhaps make them have a more contrasting color.