Ren (Renflowergrapx)

I NEED YOUR HELP: Vote your favorite map concept!

Added 2024-01-19 00:14:26 +0000 UTC

I don't usually share this process for my maps, but today I feel like I want you to be part of what I do. Sometimes, finalizing a map becomes a struggle because something is missing, and this is one of those times...And here's something new. I know it's unusual, but this concept of the Starlight Lock really threw me into a bit of a struggle, so...

I'd love to hear your voice and know which of the two solutions you think I should finalize.

In sample A, we have a massive hall with a raised platform. An enormous sphere, composed of a swirling galaxy, towers on each wall like an ancient frame. At the center of the room, there's a riddle at the feet of the central galaxy. You notice a different pattern of stars on each wall. This scenario, which led me to a point of giving up, features a floor puzzle with rotating tiles activated by corresponding crystals.

In sample B, we have a concept closer to the actual map. It's a ruin suspended in the sky, similar to the Doors of Time (you can find it here in case you don't recall). Here, the galaxy, much like the adopted concept, surrounds you. Additionally, a giant statue holds a sphere on its shoulder, made of a galactic nebula. However, aside from the sphere, a different (but hidden) square frame is displayed in the room with a plate in runes presenting a riddle. The floor puzzle isn't finalized in this concept. My idea revolves around having circles/squares to indicate which path you'll solve. As you might gather, there's a different solution between the square or circle choice. But as you can see, I got stuck on a part of the concept.

Also... let me know if you'd like to see more concept polls in the future. I think it might help me as well during those times when I'm seriously stuck with an idea that escapes the initial brainstorm.

Thank you!