Fansite item design contest

Question

TibiaQA.com is happy to announce the fansite item design contest! The goal of this contest is to create a fansite item that will represent the TibiaQA.com fansite and that will be used as a prize for future fansite contests.

Contest rules:

• the contest runs from 4. January 00:01 CET, and the entries are accepted until 2. February 23:59 CET
• the fansite item suggestions must be posted as an answer to this topic
• the fansite item suggestions must comply with the technical/content details provided below
• the fansite item must somehow refer to TibiaQA but it's up to the contestant to decide on the final suggestion and design; Will it be a golden question mark? An emblem of the best answer? A scroll of a perfect question? Everything is up to the contestant and own, creative ideas are most welcome
• there's no limit to the number of suggestions one player can make
• only complete entries (graphical item design + description + weight) will be considered as valid entries
• requests for clarification can be made as comments to this topic; answers should only be used to submit a contest entry

Technical/content details:

• size: 32 x 32 pixel
• it can be animated but may contain 64 frames at most
• each frame can have a different exposure time (which is usually at around 100 to 200 ms per frame)
• if you want pauses within the animation, do not include the same frame multiple times in a row, but instead increase the exposure time for this specific frame
• it needs to be on a transparent background (1-bit transparency only)
• if it is animated, you only need to supply an animated GIF of the item; otherwise, it needs to be saved as a 24bit PNG file
• it needs to fit into Tibia's setting
• it should not contain any direct references to a country, e.g. a Brazilian flag
• it's a deco or fun item only, it will not change any character skills or stats
• it needs to be a takeable item, for example, it cannot be solid furniture, but a bedside lamp would be alright
• it needs to have dark outlines
• it shouldn't be too different from other Tibia items

The entry should contain the following elements:

• the graphical design
• the item description
• weight
• optionally, an explanation of behavior when the item is used (one of: makes a sound, has small effects, is rewritable)
• optionally, a color of the light it makes (if the item glows in the dark)

Winners selection:

• the three winners will be selected solely by the TibiaQA.com team
• the winning entries will be forwarded to the content team for verification
• if the first choice entry cannot be implemented, the second choice entry will be verified, and if it also cannot be implemented, the third choice entry is verified

Rewards:

1. fansite item (once it's in game) + medal of honour + 30 days of premium time
2. tome of choice + royal medal
3. yellow rose + heavy medal

Disclaimer

• The item design and the proposed item description and behavior are a subject to change both by TibiaQA.com team and CipSoft before they are implemented in game
• An author of the entry that wins and makes it into the game will need to sign a disclaimer that the artwork belongs to him and that he grants CipSoft the rights to edit and publish it.

Update 8 Jan 2019: Plagiarism will not be tolerated! As stated above, the winner has to sign, that the entry belongs to them. If any entries are found to contain stolen content (either as a whole or even small parts), they will be immediately disqualified.

Good luck!
The TibiaQA.com team.

Comments

Is the item on game already?

Answer 1

Shield of the Wise
 You see a Shield of the Wise. It weighs 42.00 oz. Mentalize the question and the golden owl will answer it. Forged by the ancient blacksmiths of TibiaQA.com on the lake to the top of Kazordoon!

Light Color: Green- 4 sqm range
Configuration: 41 frames (100ms)
Transparent background: https://imgur.com/a/Z3qP7PA
(I don't know why have some bug pixels in transparent background, please contact me if it happen again)

When used one of the sentences randomly appears:

The secret of the bonelords' language is 42!

Just deliver 9999 pieces of iron to Sweaty Cyclops!

Hugo is his father! 

Zoralurk will appear in the next update!

Dagomir has been in the bathroom for over 20 years! And counting!

Is it serious that you believe what Avar Tar says? I respect your opinion but leave me on the ground and go your way!

You can free all monsters from the Serpentine Tower, you just need access to the game server.

Yes, you will still play this game in senior citizenship. And Dagomir will still be in the latrine!

631739 attempts to get the Sword of Fury have already been tried and throwing your equips at sea is not a smart way.

First go to the desert to raise the sunken bridge and reach the dead corpse containg the Golden Helmet. You will need an anihillation bear, a blue tom... <text edited by knightmare>.

The color of the King Tibianus III underwear is white with small red dots.

Never tickle a sleeping dragon!

Hall of the lost doors... Winged Helmet....

Yes, Gharonk is still a widely used language... but in secret.

Basilisk is a NPC: non-professional of Carlin!

Excalibug is a legend, but which legend does not arouse curiosity?

Hey, enough questions! I need a beer from Kazordoon and some mushrooms from the gnomes to recover the energy.

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Character: Hizuken
World: Celebra

Comments

Wow! I love the sprite, it's in very high quality. But I wouldn't use a motive from The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy with 42 if it's already used in other entry. It's always better to have a unique concepts. And ofc book is for everybody, but if someone else has already combined this motive with item from TibiaQA contest (which was not so obvious, because I was first and only who used it) then maybe better to draw from other sources?

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Actually I didn't see any other post before. I'll check today or tomorrow and take some action ir not.

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WOW! the colours are really good. But in need some move or something.

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wow this item looks just too good. Are you a professional?

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Thank you but I'm not a professional :)))

Answer 2

Hello! My name its Luis im happy to join the contest. I has been killing Grand Master Oberon every day from like 3 months, its my favorite boss. The real deal about this boss is to give correct ANSWERS and sometimes can be hard (I kill solo), wrong answers make you fail.

Item:   

Name: Falcon Doll

Weight: 75.00 oz  (The highest weight on dolls)

You see a Falcon Doll. It weighs 75.00 oz. Know the answers you are looking for. This item was awarded by TIbiaQA.com.

Message: 

The path of glory begins with the correct answer! 

I lead the most… wait! something is missing me.. (Doll puts shield)

ULTAH SALID'AR, ESDO LO! 

Effects: Im thinking about red light to get involved with the falcon bastion. About the animation 2 steps (clics), putting the Falcon sword + shield.

Nickname: Zynza

World: Olera

I don’t know about much about pixel art or how to animated if the loops or timing are wrong let me know. I really try to put falcon coif but was almost imposible :P

Comments

Nice idea! :D

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Thx! Sry about double post!

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Its so nice and good work on pixels, but I like more with the helmet.

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wow so cool , love it

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Nice idea, Zynza!

Answer 3

There's a constant battle in Tibia between good and evil, life and death. The shield represents two sides of them.

Name: Deer of Destiny

Weight: 39.00 oz.

Description: You see a Deer of Destiny. It weighs 39.00 oz. Choose the side wisely. Awarded by TibiaQA.com

Sounds:

Hail TibiaQA!

Choose the side wisely.

To be or not to be, that is the question.

Light: 3 SQM green

Name: Vussia

World: Secura

and the shield on a different background

Comments

Wow, for your first sprite it looks absolutely awesome! :O I love it and I'm proud of you! xD Good luck!

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The head deer is really nice, but is hard see the details on background.

Answer 4

Name: Almanac of Tibia

Weight: 40.00 oz.

Description: Answers to great questions about Tibia. Awarded by TibiaQA.com.

Message when used: "What's your question, <character's name>?", "Know everything about Tibia!" and "Hail TibiaQA.com!"

Details: It can be written and edited.

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Sent by: Kankuro Slayer Tafin

World: Pacera

Comments

I always liked tomes and books on Tibia, so I really enjoyed this one!

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Nice colours, try to think in add some effect, light or something different.

Answer 5

Image:  
Name: Staff of Wisdom (Atk:0, Def:0).
Weight: 13.75 oz.
Description: Knowledge is power, and I know all the answers.
Details: Yellow light 3SQM
 

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Item created by Hannzo from Refugia.

Comments

The firts weapon, the staff of a Wizzard. Looks nice. Try to use spark with the colours of Tibia QA Logo (Green and Orange).

Answer 6

Personagem: Dedeka Sapeca

Mundo: Talera

 

  
Maybe English is not correct, because I'm using the translator, I hope you like the doll.

WISE MAGE DOLL , he was born to help people who seeks him for answers, he possesses a crystal ball and with it can predict the future and answer all questions related to tibia.

Name: WISE MAGE DOLL

weight: 40.00 oz

Light: blue 3 square meters

Description: You see the wise wizard doll. Weighs 40.00 ounces. He is responsible for all the answers. Awarded by TibiaQA.com.

Sounds

"I can predict the future"

"I know, you came for answers.

"Hail TibiaQA.com!"

When wearing: the hat's stone shines, he move his hands up and down. A glass ball shows the question mark, so the map of the tibia appears..

Comments

I want this mage to me, so nice idea. When the doll is "off" try add spark in the gem of hat.

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Thanks, I liked the idea of the spark and made a change.

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Divine   your drawings are wonderful too

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This is one of the best entries. The doll looks amazing

Answer 7

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Name: Wisdom Book

Weight: 33.20 oz

Description: You see a Wisdom Book. It weighs 33.20 oz. Write down your question and wait for the answer!

Message When Used: "Ask Wisely <character name>!"  "Think twice <character name>!" "The true is the only way!"

Light Color: Red 3 sqm

Detail: It can be written and edited.

Creator: Lehula Dohon

World: Celebra

Comments

Very nice! I'd suggest trying to make "Q" more visible, because it currently looks a lot like "D" or "O", and may be confusing.

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Thx a lot for your feedback. I'm going to change it

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Really detail book. Nice!

Answer 8

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Comments

Any entry is cool , all ideas are welcome , just remind that there Will be people that will choose the winners, judging which one is best acording the spirit of tibiaqa so there is no need to blame the work of others. Just enjoy all the ideas and artwork that people is working on and just let the judge to the staff and cipsoft members.

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I see this doll try to enter on tibia during some time, but im sure earlier than later this gonna enter in the game.

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I dont see why the colors would be a problem, some colors just had to be used. The doll shows female character, therefore the colors should be feminine too. I loved this entry.

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This is really beautiful, love the design

Answer 9

char: Dedeka Sapeca

mundo: Talera

is a magic book that contains all the answers about the tibia.

Name: Book of Wisdom

weight: 40.00 oz

Description: has all the answers you're looking for .Awarded by meta.tibiaqa.com

Can be a writer

When using the reagent: the question mark flashes and disappears after some time, so that the QA initials representing the course site appear.

sounds "hail TibiaQA.com!" Greetings <player>, "I have all the answers you're looking for" "Do you want to ask me another question?" "Still in doubt? Visit the site meta.tibiaqa.com"

light yellow 3sqm

Comments

Thank you for reminding me: D

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Really nice pixel ?. Add spark on the QM or shiny.

Answer 10

Name: Owl Keeper Shield (or Owl Shield, either one you guys think it's better)

Description: You see an Owl Keeper Shield. It weighs 19.00 oz. It is a souvenir that grants infinite knowledge. Brought to you by TibiaQA.com.

It's a permanent animated item. 

1st frame - 5000 ms

2nd to 4th frame - 500 ms

5th to 7th frame - 250 ms

8th frame - 300 ms

Sounds: "Oh hi <player>, feel free to ask me questions."  "Do you want to have infinite knowledge?"  "Give your knowledge wings on TibiaQA!"  "Hail TibiaQA.com!"  "Hoo-hoo"

When "Do you want to have infinite knowledge?" appears, it makes the star effect on the char. 

Light Color: Yellow, 3 sqm.

Char: Didi Hadid

World: Lobera

Comments

Owl is in my opinion perfect idea to represnt knowlege. Also note, that there is only one owl in whole Tibia - an object which you can find on Feyrist :P Small, dark, almost not visible. Maybe here is a lot of Owls but in game it would be very unique.

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ok but owls aren’t the only creatures related to knowlege and tibia still doesnt have a lot of creatures like a griffin it only has a shield but no creature. And thousands of owls doesnt mean lots of options (sorry just said my opinion your item looks great ;)

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Yea I understand your point of view, that was my first item with an owl and I wont do any other.

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Good details, but im not sure if looks too orange.