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Aeon of the Hawk special edition
by Taeradun, 17th Apr 08 
Some time ago Metathrom released his Special Edition of Aeon of the Hawk. The new version features: several new cutscenes and playable maps, including the conclusion to the story; balance fixes and an easy version; new briefings to old maps and much, much more. You can see the full list of features in the release notes or go straight to the downloads page.
Wc3 Modding Tutorials
by desmasica, 27th Feb 08 
SA has a pretty good collection of modding tutorials for some time now (yes, we were keeping them to ourselves :P). The modding tutorials section has been updated with fresh new link to the available tutorials for modding Wc3.
I challenge you to find a better collection, if you do, I don't have a prize for you.
I challenge you to find a better collection, if you do, I don't have a prize for you.
Wc3 Modding Tools
by desmasica, 26th Feb 08
The modding tools section for the Wc3 modders is finally up with extremely useful tools listed along with their latest updates and required files (for them to run). More utilities will be added in the future.
Back from the edge ...
by Magic, 17th Feb 08 
Summary: The Samods FAQ and Hosting FAQ have been updated. I'm now going to attempt to put up more of my work as time allows.
"Give me a place to stand, and I will move the Earth." - Archimedes
There's no denying that activity at Samods has been low for a long time. In addition to past politics and real life business, the immediate modding community has waxed and waned in its own activity. This has been for whatever reasons, whether due to the popularity of MMOs or the lack of convenient and decent games to mod, so I'll avoid speculating and instead focus on the present.
In truth, as I see it, I believe getting the site active and operating is like keeping a kite flying in the air - it takes a decent level of effort to get going and additional effort to keep it afloat (Not that kites float ... unless they land in the water. Then they're not even flying. Bah, sometimes I hate metaphors...).
In the last few years, I must admit that I've been dismayed by people leaving - departures both quiet and loud, though with more of the former than the latter - and my motivation has suffered as a result. It's hardly promising to stick to something and notice friends silently disappearing. After I had finished university I focussed on finding a job and, it likely seems a poor excuse, I didn't want to gear up the site in case I found employment and did not have the time to dedicate. It's likely a case of both of all of the above.
So, that said, I have a job that I'm thoroughly enjoying, in the games industry no less, and I'm finally making an effort with the site now. I've got a stash of articles that need polishing, then I can add them and at least provide something new and refreshing. My main project is a series of articles to help any newcomers with modding in every aspect imaginable.
I'm not going to promise anything - I'm simply going to do the best I can, as I can, when I can. I sincerely hope and trust you viewers stick around as a result.
- Magic
"Give me a place to stand, and I will move the Earth." - Archimedes
There's no denying that activity at Samods has been low for a long time. In addition to past politics and real life business, the immediate modding community has waxed and waned in its own activity. This has been for whatever reasons, whether due to the popularity of MMOs or the lack of convenient and decent games to mod, so I'll avoid speculating and instead focus on the present.
In truth, as I see it, I believe getting the site active and operating is like keeping a kite flying in the air - it takes a decent level of effort to get going and additional effort to keep it afloat (Not that kites float ... unless they land in the water. Then they're not even flying. Bah, sometimes I hate metaphors...).
In the last few years, I must admit that I've been dismayed by people leaving - departures both quiet and loud, though with more of the former than the latter - and my motivation has suffered as a result. It's hardly promising to stick to something and notice friends silently disappearing. After I had finished university I focussed on finding a job and, it likely seems a poor excuse, I didn't want to gear up the site in case I found employment and did not have the time to dedicate. It's likely a case of both of all of the above.
So, that said, I have a job that I'm thoroughly enjoying, in the games industry no less, and I'm finally making an effort with the site now. I've got a stash of articles that need polishing, then I can add them and at least provide something new and refreshing. My main project is a series of articles to help any newcomers with modding in every aspect imaginable.
I'm not going to promise anything - I'm simply going to do the best I can, as I can, when I can. I sincerely hope and trust you viewers stick around as a result.
- Magic
Seraph's Fallout 2 patch
by Taeradun, 10th Feb 08 
Hosting for Seraph's Fallout 2 patch has been restored. The patch fixes a number of bugs in Fallout 2 to enhance gameplay. You can find out more about the patch here.
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