CDC #7 - Calling the Gamechangers

[ZealotJC94-1368]

CDC #7: John Torque

John Torque Universe: Nexus(Vigilante 8 series) Role: R. Assassin **Why him? ** *The contest called for gamechangers, and who better to call than one of the most well-acclaimed black characters in gaming history? (Link below) Aside from that fact, his kit would not be set or finite. It would change as time goes, and it also forgoes the concept of the traditional cooldowns as well, at the cost of having permanent skills, having to earn and re-earn them instead of having it from the get-go. …

Talents are now ready.

[DarthWalrus-1767]

Oh, we were supposed to mention if our things talents are ready? Bah. Mine are.

CDC #7 Leeroy Jenkins: Raid Wiper

We have had heroes that have zero bodies. We have heroes with one body. We have heroes with half a body. We have heroes with two or even three bodies. But what if we had a hero that was negative one bodies? Leeroy Jenkins is a unique hero that throws the game, sabotaging his “allies” for his true team using a combination of knockbacks, walls, and “well-timed” stasis abilities. Trait: Where am I? Leeroy Jenkins spawns on and is treated by in-game experience and other mechanics as a member of…

I dare someone claim their idea is stupider.

[Cammykins-11354]

Is there a specific time to expect our ratings or do they come in at any time?( Dont know what i got yet.)

[Bliztron-1378]

Sorry everyone, I won’t be able to finish posting the results tonight. Sudden school rescheduling and whatnot severely limited my time. They should all be up tomorrow, so keep an eye out for them!

[WhoYouExpect-1692]

I’m so sorry for the delay, everyone. I had gotten a good number of my reviews done, but had unfortunately forgotten to space them out a bit, and so burnt out a bit.

I should be here over the next few days to hopefully have a little better time explaining myself and my judgements if needed, and I am sorry if they’re a bit incoherent or anything.

Lastly, I just want to say. Wow. This really is an amazing turnout this time. (^_^)

[DarthWalrus-1767]

I honestly forgot there even was a third judge. I thought it was over lol.

Can I get a one day extension pretty please?

[Efede-1200]

Thanks for the feedback, I’ll see what I can come up with for the last week.

I’d like to point out one thing, though: I personally disagree on the way all three judges evaluated how much of a “game changer” an idea is:

On the one hand, all of you said that some ideas (Cammykins’ stances, Deefe’s friendly fire, and MrCLFN’s custom mercs, for example) either “just barely fit the contest theme” or “are somewhat lackluster as game changers”.

But on the other hand, you all agree that Pdunz’s Spyro and Orphea are great examples of the theme, just because the hero is from a previously unrepresented franchise… Is that really a “game changer”? It doesn’t make any difference in the actual game. Hero still plays the same.

Well, that’s just my opinion, and I don’t expect any of you to change your scoring, or anything. Just wanted to express how I see it.

(on a related note, some of the feedback posts mention it would be difficult for other heroes to follow up on the idea, but I feel the examples given by Bliztron have the same issue. Especially Alextrasza)

[Nortin-1980]

I don’t think there’ll be any extensions, but if you forgot there was a 3rd week it’d be a good time to remember that there’s also a 4th week with the final deadline this Saturday! (It might get pushed back due to things being late but I cannot confirm, so better safe than sorry.)

[Cammykins-11354]

Im just curious, but when are results coming in???

[Damian-1581]

My guess is theres been delayings in three judges showing up at the same time, its the usual issue that occurs since we all have different life schedules and time zones.

[Efede-1200]

@Damian-1581

My guess is theres been delayings in three judges showing up at the same time, its the usual issue that occurs since we all have different life schedules and time zones.

Not to mention this CDC had more contestants than any previous one, so it will likely take longer to rate all of them.

[Damian-1581]

Yea very true there sometimes with half a list this size it took us 2 days to clear them all depending on time.

[Cammykins-11354]

That’s good to know then.

[Melke-1420]

I ended up missing ths one, I got ambitious with an idea then realized how awful it was gonna be and ended up skipping this one.

My self pity aside I was hoping to ask, are there plans for one of these at some point

[Bliztron-1378]

The CDC returns every 2 to three months, so it would be either in January or February. I always post an announcement several weeks before the actual contest goes live, so keep a lookout for that. We’d love to have more contestants (even if it does mean the judging gets harder and harder.

An update for everyone else; we have indeed had an absolute ton of pain getting through the judging, especially with WhoYouExpect becoming quite ill recently. Don’t lose heart however! We will have it done soon and uploaded. We thank everyone for joining the contest, and hope you all are as excited to see the results as we are to share them!

[Nortin-1980]

Judging is done! Forums are weird and I need to post a reply before it lets Bliztron post results.

[Bliztron-1378]

Thank you everyone for participating in the seventh Concept Design Contest, judged by our two wonderful judges, WhoYouExpect and Nortin. All of the scores have been posted. I realize this theme was hard to accomplish, but I’m so pleased at the large turnout! There were some really great designs in this contest, and all of you should feel proud.

The winner of the fifth CDC is Innocence (Streber), who’s Kazakus, Leader of the Kabal concept delicately created a very interesting and thematic creation that introduces the character with a bang, earning a score of 100/100. Link found here: CDC#7 Kazakus, Leader of the Kabal [HC] - #13 by Bliztron-1378

The runner-up was Deefe’s Bovan, Tauren Spirit Walker. They challenged the traditional design of the spirit walker and made a design that was truly unique. His clever design earned a score of 95/100. Link found here: CDC#7 Bovan Windtotem

And, for honorable designer, VArsovskiSC has been chosen by the judges. Each judge recognized the passion and raw creativity in their design, and their willingness to shake up their design really captured our hearts. Ultimately, we think they need some more time to hone their skills.

Once again I will congratulate each and every contestant; the contest theme forced you all to think hard about the future, but you all proved your designer mettle, and I hope each of you feels like you are better in some way. I hope each and every one of you will join the future contests, and fight once again for the winner of the CDC!

[Innocence-21111]

I really appreciate all the time and effort put into this contest. Thank you Bliztron, Nortin and WhoYouExpect for making it happen. It was an amazing experience, not only I got to receive all those wonderful free tips and feedback, but also to read all those amazing creative concepts! keep them coming!

Until next time!

[Efede-1200]

Nice work everyone! And congrats Innocence on your victory (100 score! )

See you next time (and hope the topic is a little easier )

[Marrossi-2368]

Congratulations Innocence and everyone.