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panoramic screenshots
I’ve been messing around with Hugin and trying to create some panoramic screenshots. I think I still need to finetune the process but it’s fun. As ever, click for full size images Lotro: Aldburg,...
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Elder Scrolls Lorebites
Short introductory posts to the lore of Elder Scrolls, links to further information are provided. Why do I start as a prisoner? What are the Elder Scrolls? Nirnroots
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ES Lorebites ~ the moons
Nirn has two moons which dominate the sky. The larger red moon is known as Masser and the smaller silver moon is known as Secunda. The moons are not celestial bodies as we would understand them, but...
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Skyrim: steampunk sun
I was exploring Blackreach recently, taking screenshots and collecting crimson nirnroots when I saw this artificial sun. The ornate metalwork surrounding it gives it a steampunk vibe and it is just...
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ES Lorebites ~ M’aiq the Liar
Introduced in Morrowind as an Easter Egg who comments on aspects of the games, particularly on features which did not make it in and they are often quite funny. He also appears in Oblivion and Skyrim...
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lotro combo blog
Just a quick note to say that I am aware of my non-lotro posts showing up in the lotro combo blog feed. I am trying to amend this (I think I sent the wrong rss feed – gah), so apologies and hopefully...
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Panoramic screenshots – using Hugin
Hugin is a free panoramic photo stitcher. I’ve had a lot of trial and error trying to get game screenshots to work and to be honest, I think I could get better results. So I thought I’d share the...
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ESO more screenshots and panoramas
Panorama I took of Isle of Contemplation, Auridon Panorama I took of the view from Errinorne Isle Cyrodiil: This has to be Vilverin (Ayleid Ruin). Sadly you can’t go in there. Cyrodiil: View of the...
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ES Lorebites ~ Birthsigns and Stones
In Morrowind and Oblivion you choose one of 13 birthsigns (each corresponding to a constellation) for your character which give bonuses to either attributes or magicka or give a unique ability. These...
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ES Lorebites ~ further reading
Well, this is the last in the ES Lorebites series before early access begins. I would like to continue the series once the excitement of launch has calmed down some. So, are there any aspects of the...
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Landmark (is fun!)
Well I caved and got myself into EQ Landmark beta and I am really, really glad I did. The introduction was fabulous, I truly hope other game studios are looking at the openness, enthusiasm and level...
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ESO Disguises
ESO uses a disguise system which allows you to infiltrate an enemy camp and gain information. Whilst on the quest you cannot sneak as that would seem suspicious. After the quest has been completed...
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[ESO] A skein of screenshots
For some unknown reason I was wondering what the collective noun of screenshots would be (if it existed) I ended up stealing the collective noun for ducks (in flight) for semi-alliterative purposes.
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ESO Provisioner Excel Sheet
So I’ve started recording provisioner information on an Excel sheet as the sheer number of recipes and ingredients is driving me crazy… It’s a work in progress as my main character is currently level...
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Lotro: New Chance Thomas song
A couple of weeks ago Syl tweeted a link to the new Lord of the Rings inspired song by Chance Thomas. It’s a beautiful piece and the video shows screenshots from Lotro and Lothlórien inspired artwork....
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ESO: the beginnings
As the lack of posts may suggest I have been otherwise distracted ;) I found the launch (and early access) very smooth, I’ve only encountered a few bugged quests which just needed a relog. It’s also...
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ESO fun/fluff items
There are some quest rewards which give an item which produces a fun effect when used. The items I have found so far are: Finvir’s Trinket (Glenumbra quest; ‘Can’t take it with them’, quest starter...
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Landmark: a basic build
I am very much distracted by Elder Scrolls Online right now, however I have been dipping into Landmark when I’m in the mood. I’m quite pleased with my latest build, basic as it is. I have had a few...
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updated galleries
I’ve recently updated both the disguise gallery and the fun/fluff item gallery. I’ve linked to quest details where I can and will carry on adding as and when I find these items :)
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