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PeachToadstool Pink

Designer

Join date: 6 Oct 2006

Posts: 37

10-06-2006 13:19

I am trying to create a crown similar to the type worn by Princess Peach Toadstool from the Super Mario franchise. However, I am having some trouble creating rounded crown spikes (in alignment with the crown's rim. Is this effect possible? If so, then how can it be accomplished? I tried using a pipe, using the path cut feature, and then tapering, but it doesn't seem to do what I want it to do. Additionally, I tried using a sloped cube, flattening it, and then twisting it, but I still don't achieve desired results. Any assistance on how this can be accomplished (or if it cannot be accomplished) will be appreciated.

Arikinui Adria

Elucidated Deviant

Join date: 18 Aug 2006

Posts: 592

10-06-2006 13:21

From: PeachToadstool Pink

I am trying to create a crown similar to the type worn by Princess Peach Toadstool from the Super Mario franchise. However, I am having some trouble creating rounded crown spikes (in alignment with the crown's rim. Is this effect possible? If so, then how can it be accomplished? I tried using a pipe, using the path cut feature, and then tapering, but it doesn't seem to do what I want it to do. Additionally, I tried using a sloped cube, flattening it, and then twisting it, but I still don't achieve desired results. Any assistance on how this can be accomplished (or if it cannot be accomplished) will be appreciated.

Have you tried the torus? I've had great results using that as a spike when tapered.

Good luck!

Best,

~Ari

PeachToadstool Pink

Designer

Join date: 6 Oct 2006

Posts: 37

10-06-2006 13:42

I think you may have misinterpreted what I refer to as a spike. I have a strong feeling I know what a torus taper would do. The kind of spike I wish to create is more traditional with crowns. Think of a triangle with some thickness, and then bend the bottom two corners inward. That is a crown spike. The bending exists only to remain in alignment with the base of the crown. If we were not limited to using primatives, the trick would be to create a flat pattern of the crown with the spikes already cut, and then you would bend the entire part from end to end. Please see the image from the link to gain a better understanding of my goal.

http://www.vgmusic.com/~Peach/Piichi.gif

Arikinui Adria

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Join date: 18 Aug 2006

Posts: 592

10-06-2006 14:06

From: PeachToadstool Pink

I think you may have misinterpreted what I refer to as a spike. I have a strong feeling I know what a torus taper would do. The kind of spike I wish to create is more traditional with crowns. Think of a triangle with some thickness, and then bend the bottom two corners inward. That is a crown spike. The bending exists only to remain in alignment with the base of the crown. If we were not limited to using primatives, the trick would be to create a flat pattern of the crown with the spikes already cut, and then you would bend the entire part from end to end. Please see the image from the link to gain a better understanding of my goal.

http://www.vgmusic.com/~Peach/Piichi.gif

Yes, a visual would assist in knowing exactly what you wish to create. However, the link you posted does not seem to work.

I think your additional information has given me a better mental image...but unfortunately, I have no idea how to create what you wish.

If you figure it out (or someone more experience posts a response) I would love to know how it is done!

Best,

~Ari

PeachToadstool Pink

Designer

Join date: 6 Oct 2006

Posts: 37

10-06-2006 14:18

Oh, shoot. I capitalized the p in peach. That was an accident.

http://www.vgmusic.com/~peach/Piichi.gif

The above should work. I am totally messed up today. I overworked myself yesterday.

Chosen Few

Alpha Channel Slave

Join date: 16 Jan 2004

Posts: 7,496

10-06-2006 14:56

Cut a cylinder, hollow it, taper the top to 1.0 on both axes, and then shear the top to plus or minus 50 on one axis to square it up.

Put a few of them together, and you've got a crown:

_____________________

.

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PeachToadstool Pink

Designer

Join date: 6 Oct 2006

Posts: 37

10-06-2006 15:16

Ah, thank you. I guess using a pipe wasn't the right strategy. I should be able to complete this work from here.

Rounded Crown Spikes
PeachToadstool Pink Designer Join date: 6 Oct 2006 Posts: 37	10-06-2006 13:19 I am trying to create a crown similar to the type worn by Princess Peach Toadstool from the Super Mario franchise. However, I am having some trouble creating rounded crown spikes (in alignment with the crown's rim. Is this effect possible? If so, then how can it be accomplished? I tried using a pipe, using the path cut feature, and then tapering, but it doesn't seem to do what I want it to do. Additionally, I tried using a sloped cube, flattening it, and then twisting it, but I still don't achieve desired results. Any assistance on how this can be accomplished (or if it cannot be accomplished) will be appreciated.
Arikinui Adria Elucidated Deviant Join date: 18 Aug 2006 Posts: 592	10-06-2006 13:21 From: PeachToadstool Pink I am trying to create a crown similar to the type worn by Princess Peach Toadstool from the Super Mario franchise. However, I am having some trouble creating rounded crown spikes (in alignment with the crown's rim. Is this effect possible? If so, then how can it be accomplished? I tried using a pipe, using the path cut feature, and then tapering, but it doesn't seem to do what I want it to do. Additionally, I tried using a sloped cube, flattening it, and then twisting it, but I still don't achieve desired results. Any assistance on how this can be accomplished (or if it cannot be accomplished) will be appreciated. Have you tried the torus? I've had great results using that as a spike when tapered. Good luck! Best, ~Ari
PeachToadstool Pink Designer Join date: 6 Oct 2006 Posts: 37	10-06-2006 13:42 I think you may have misinterpreted what I refer to as a spike. I have a strong feeling I know what a torus taper would do. The kind of spike I wish to create is more traditional with crowns. Think of a triangle with some thickness, and then bend the bottom two corners inward. That is a crown spike. The bending exists only to remain in alignment with the base of the crown. If we were not limited to using primatives, the trick would be to create a flat pattern of the crown with the spikes already cut, and then you would bend the entire part from end to end. Please see the image from the link to gain a better understanding of my goal. http://www.vgmusic.com/~Peach/Piichi.gif
Arikinui Adria Elucidated Deviant Join date: 18 Aug 2006 Posts: 592	10-06-2006 14:06 From: PeachToadstool Pink I think you may have misinterpreted what I refer to as a spike. I have a strong feeling I know what a torus taper would do. The kind of spike I wish to create is more traditional with crowns. Think of a triangle with some thickness, and then bend the bottom two corners inward. That is a crown spike. The bending exists only to remain in alignment with the base of the crown. If we were not limited to using primatives, the trick would be to create a flat pattern of the crown with the spikes already cut, and then you would bend the entire part from end to end. Please see the image from the link to gain a better understanding of my goal. http://www.vgmusic.com/~Peach/Piichi.gif Yes, a visual would assist in knowing exactly what you wish to create. However, the link you posted does not seem to work. I think your additional information has given me a better mental image...but unfortunately, I have no idea how to create what you wish. If you figure it out (or someone more experience posts a response) I would love to know how it is done! Best, ~Ari
PeachToadstool Pink Designer Join date: 6 Oct 2006 Posts: 37	10-06-2006 14:18 Oh, shoot. I capitalized the p in peach. That was an accident. http://www.vgmusic.com/~peach/Piichi.gif The above should work. I am totally messed up today. I overworked myself yesterday.
Chosen Few Alpha Channel Slave Join date: 16 Jan 2004 Posts: 7,496	10-06-2006 14:56 Cut a cylinder, hollow it, taper the top to 1.0 on both axes, and then shear the top to plus or minus 50 on one axis to square it up. Put a few of them together, and you've got a crown: _____________________ . Land now available for rent in Indigo. Low rates. Quiet, low-lag mainland sim with good neighbors. IM me in-world if you're interested.
PeachToadstool Pink Designer Join date: 6 Oct 2006 Posts: 37	10-06-2006 15:16 Ah, thank you. I guess using a pipe wasn't the right strategy. I should be able to complete this work from here.

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