Darth Sion

@@GPChannel The Kylo Ren Soundpack is now complete and ready for download, here; https://jkhub.org/topic/6867-character-soundpacks/?do=findComment&comment=99292

Who's doing a Star Wars Saga mod and exactly what is it supposed to consist of?

I'm gonna wait until the full mod is ready for uploading, before I download. That way, if you include a bunch of screenshots, I and others can see what the characters look like, before applying them to the game. You should also try and include some screenshots in this thread, so we can get a general idea of what you're going with and can help advise on improvements and what not..

Well, go with what you feel really gives off that "Sith Warrior" or "Sith Lord" effect. I've just updated the link, above, a little.. For better and more varied results. But think about the era, also. If Jedi Academy is set after 'Return of the Jedi', (Thinking more of 'The Force Awakens', here.. With the likes of Kylo Ren. etc.). It's worth noting his powers and Force ability, but also his overall look/appearance. Just something to consider. But I understand your point about the weaker Reborns.. They're not overly that skilled at all and hardly have any Force powers or even use them and are more about Saber skills, then you could go with more of an "Apprentice" look. But then, you should also consider Darth Malgus' role in "The Old Republic". His master was Lord Vindican.. Also another thing to consider, is they don't all have to be human, either.. Look at the likes of Darth Maul, Darth Vader (cyborg/suit form). etc.

It's a good start, but I wouldn't go with those Jedi Robes, as such.. Unless they're being portrayed as "Dark Jedi".. And even then, it's not an overly great choice. Technically, the Reborn's are Sith Warriors. So if it's available in the Customization Mod list, go with darker Robes. Mix it up a bit.. Using Google is always a good place to look, too.. Click this link: https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=Sith%27s&hl=en&biw=1920&bih=955&site=webhp&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwj-hpqemOnKAhVGtRQKHYyoBeMQ_AUIBigB A rather long one, I know.. But it should certainly help with inspiration and ideas.

Just to appease everyone, it might be an idea to reveal some screenshots, too. That way we all know what we're getting ourselves into. Just as long as you're trying to stick with Star Wars lore (to a degree).. But I believe there are different levels of Reborns, though. Some with saber staffs, some with Dual Sabers. etc. And I think it all depends on their Rank/Force Ability. So it might be worth considering that the "lower ranked" Reborns (whilst not looking generic) have a similar look/feel to them and then you get a Reborn who is a much higher rank and you could essentially go along the lines of Sith Lords, such as Darth Malgus, Darth Maul, Count Dooku.. And others from the Star Wars EU lore. Just to sorta' help with creativity and ideas.

To be honest, I'm surprised nobody's done this "Reborn Replacement" mod, yet.. There's some awesome material/content in that Spanki's Customization Pack. All the variations of different Sith's you could have, like Darth Maul with a slight twist. etc.

@@Seven If you manage to do this successfully (as @@the_raven suggested, above).. You should upload it to the site, as a downloadable file. I'm sure we're not the only two people here, who'd be interested in replacing those Reborns.

I second this notion.. It would be great to get rid of those dull Reborns, everywhere.. And actually have, y'know.. A challenge when you go up against a Dark Force user.

Yeah, I've seen this.. Deeply considering getting it on XBOX One. Quite excited for it. But everyone doing Kylo Ren models now, will at least have voice work to go with their character to "bring them to life", thanks to you. Good work!

So where did you finally manage to pull all the files and soundbytes from, for your Kylo Ren soundpack? Did you eventually manage to get all the content you needed from Disney Infinity or was it another source?

That awkward moment when you realize those WERE the droids you were looking for..

Like @@CommanderXeph said.. This mod isn't done yet. It's still a WiP. @@GPChannel has a tonne of work to do on it. But rest assure, you'll know it's ready when it's in the 'Downloads' section of the forum.

@@GPChannel Do you have the required sounds for BB-8? I don't know if you're looking to use sounds from YouTube videos, as you mentioned above to do with the lightsabers, but I think @ may be able to help you out with that..

Ok.. This actually did crack me up, pretty bad. Must be the funniest thing I've seen, all week. It's basically a parody (BIG HEAD Mode) of Anakin and Obi-Wan's duel on Mustafar, from Ep. III: Revenge of the Sith. Watch and enjoy! BigHead Star Wars Parody | Anakin vs. Obi-Wan - Lowcarbcomedy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwMLehtP2Ok

Yeah, I have Darth Martyr's Kylo saber, downloaded. No, I mean to make the sounds of the lightsabers, just in general.. Sound a lot more intense, stronger (and I guess you could say volatile), as they do in the movie. Not "unstable", though and not to be confused with Kylo's saber sound. If you watch this clip, you should be able to understand what I mean (if you listen to them closely); https://video-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hvideo-xfp1/v/t43.1792-2/12405494_883293538436618_1787729691_n.mp4?efg=eyJybHIiOjE1MDAsInJsYSI6MzAxMiwidmVuY29kZV90YWciOiJzdmVfaGQifQ%3D%3D&rl=1500&vabr=481&oh=42f906554454b1e7ba98d0afefa27884&oe=56B38E7E

Yeah! That looks much better!! You've almost got it spot on. As far as the actual glow of the lightsaber goes (not the blade), but the glow.. (If it's possible), I'd adjust the colour. 'Cos I was going to say if you could, you could try to get that glow to be a bit more of an Aqua Blue colour . As it currently has the Guardian Blue (which is a darker tone/shade of colour) Finally, in regards to the actual blade, itself (being somewhat nitpicky), I would just (ever so slightly) adjust the blade a little more at the bottom of the shaft (if possible) and make it just a tad thinner. Those two adjustments and you'll have the perfect replica! Keep up the great work! **Edit** I don't mod, myself, but I can understand and appreciate just how hard & tedious it may be, to try and get the right result and is probably borderline irritating. But credit is given where credit is due and this mod is really coming along nicely. Also, if you're looking to create the snow effect and particles. etc. from the Finn & Rey vs. Kylo duel (also seen in my forum signature), I think either "Evolution of Combat III" uses the same system for particles and such and also Movie Duels II uses it, for it's effects. How difficult it'd be to extract that system and use it in a mod of your own, though.. I've no idea. As again, I'm not a mod creator, myself. @@Circa Is there a way, to get the saber sounds (the "humming", "blade ignition" and "clashing") to be more intense and a bit louder, like it was/is in The Force Awakens? I guess, at the moment.. This is about the only clip online, you can use as an example; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=woHR-NRIyy8 @@GPChannel Here you go, you should be able to view/access this.. The quality isn't brilliant (near DVD quality) but hopefully it will really be able to help with the lightsabers and their blades/glows. etc. https://video-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hvideo-xfp1/v/t43.1792-2/12405494_883293538436618_1787729691_n.mp4?efg=eyJybHIiOjE1MDAsInJsYSI6MzAxMiwidmVuY29kZV90YWciOiJzdmVfaGQifQ%3D%3D&rl=1500&vabr=481&oh=42f906554454b1e7ba98d0afefa27884&oe=56B38E7E

Yeah, that's awesome! I have and still use the Movie Duels II mod (definitely pick that over "Movie Battles II"). So I know exactly what you're talking about. But I like the sound of where it's headed. It'll be interesting to see what the maps look like, too.

Any chance one of you guys can help with this @@Barricade24, @@DT85 or @@Circa? @@GPChannel Are you doing story and map mods, too.. Or is it just a Force Awakens content conversion for the base game (so you play through the main story of the default game with The Force Awakens content)? Just curious..

Much better! Although I'm sure you're still working with it, it is a little thick at the bottom of the blade shaft, as you can see from the image you've posted. You've probably already noticed that yourself, though. But yes, it's coming along really nicely!

Well, to be honest.. It'd be too difficult for me to explain what I'm getting at, without sounding confusing. I guess the best thing you could do, is to use those above .gif images of Finn, to see what the lightsaber blade looks like. The best one to use for the colour and so forth, is this one; These should give you a pretty decent foundation for what end result you should try to achieve. The center colour of the blade itself, looks to be a very light/aqua blue sort of colour and the glow is seemingly the same colour, but darker, naturally. But I'll leave it upto you to use your own judgement on that one.

@@GPChannel Are you still working on the saber blades, GP.. Or are the image/s shown above, the final product? Overall, I'm really liking the look of what you've done with them, but just curious if they're still a WiP? I would say the blue lightsaber could probably do to use a little more of an "aqua blue" glow to it, to really get that Force Awakens look to it. Do you have plans to add in the saber trails, too or are they already done? All progressing well, so far, though. Keep it up!