vjgx Posted February 10, 2008 Posted February 10, 2008 For my first new coaster in quite a while, I have decided to build a semi-compact wooden twister. I have the basic track layout finished, but will likely make a few changes and alterations before the final version is complete. I plan to add theming of some type, but I'm currently undecided as to what the theme will be. Any comments, questions, or suggestions are welcome and appreciated. Overview from ground What I like to call the figure-eight helix. Overhead Overview
astroworldfan1 Posted February 10, 2008 Posted February 10, 2008 Good Coaster, look like a good twister! -Tatum
Twister II Posted February 10, 2008 Posted February 10, 2008 It looks awesome so far! I love riding and creating wooden coasters the most. Can't wait to download it!
kraken613 Posted February 10, 2008 Posted February 10, 2008 Wow! That looks really good! Looks smooth and just a good job.
IwantRevenge Posted February 10, 2008 Posted February 10, 2008 Nice one, I like it. Oh and did you get the name from the new Mars Volta album?
vjgx Posted February 11, 2008 Author Posted February 11, 2008 ^Yes, I did. Expect an update within the next day or two... I've changed a few things since the first post.
coastercrazed49 Posted February 11, 2008 Posted February 11, 2008 Even without supports I can already tell there is going to be plenty of head choppers. Looks like a great ride, keep it up.
vjgx Posted February 13, 2008 Author Posted February 13, 2008 So here's a new update. The ride is close to completion, as I am keeping the scenery simple. I do not plan to add any 3DS objects, so the final product should be somewhat similar to this, but with supports. Changes: - Reshaped turn near end of ride into a Stengel-Dive-like element - Smoothed certain track portions - Added terrain and desert theme - Reshaped end of ride from a simple turn into an s-curve/helix; also lowered final drop multiple feet in order to fit new terrain - Reshaped both left-curving drops from/near lift hill Logo Stengel-dive-like element
the ghost Posted February 13, 2008 Posted February 13, 2008 I hate Mars Volta but love this coaster. Arent they supposed to be an experimental/like electronikais/ screamo. A better experimental band is Circa Survive or Mujse is also a great experimenta band
vjgx Posted February 13, 2008 Author Posted February 13, 2008 I hate Mars Volta but love this coaster. Arent they supposed to be an experimental/like electronikais/ screamo. A better experimental band is Circa Survive or Mujse is also a great experimenta bandThe Mars Volta is neither electronica or screamo... They're a blend of lots of genres, and their singer is high-pitched but he doesn't scream. If you've only heard a few songs, its not a good way to judge them; their stuff is so wide-ranged that you're bound to like something! But overall, if I had to say, I'd call The Mars Volta a blend of Punk, Jazz, and Latin... and although Muse is good and I don't listen to Circa Survive, you can't compare them. ...Anyway, glad to see you like the ride.
Steffen_Dk Posted February 16, 2008 Posted February 16, 2008 I'm 100 % sure that this coaster is going to be PERFECT!!! Your coasters are always fantastic.
vjgx Posted February 18, 2008 Author Posted February 18, 2008 ^Some of it is a bit questionable, but I'm working on it. It doesn't pass tunnel testing in a few spots, but as far as realistic human arm-length goes, all of the clearances are safe enough.
vjgx Posted February 26, 2008 Author Posted February 26, 2008 Sorry for taking so long -- I've been busy. But at last, the coaster is finished. There are a few bumps and pumps here and there, and a few other problems that I couldn't really work out, but the ride is not intended to be totally realistic either. Best ridden in the Sunset environment, with Improved Friction (NL 1.6) Enjoy! Askepios -- by vjgx.nltrack Askepios [Download] Askepios
Steffen_Dk Posted February 26, 2008 Posted February 26, 2008 I am so going to ride this after I come home from school
leighton Posted February 26, 2008 Posted February 26, 2008 That is one of the most insane NL coasters I have ever ridden! The pacing is unbeleivable! I would have use the continuous roll at the top of the first and second hills, it would flow alot better through the transition. A few minior pumps, but that is to be expeced with a track as aggressive and twisty as this. 9/10
dr.gumbo Posted February 26, 2008 Posted February 26, 2008 Despite the fact that it would kill anyone who went on it, I would say it was very good. I like mad, over the top twisters and this was a great example of this type. It was also smooth-ish (it had its fair share of pumps). Good job!
vjgx Posted February 27, 2008 Author Posted February 27, 2008 Glad to see you like it... But I don't think it would actually kill people. Serious injury for anyone not in great shape? Maybe... but maybe I'm just crazy for thinking that it's really not that out of control (especially not compared to my old wooden monstrosity, The Flying Dutchman (it's on here somewhere)). Either way, I think I've succeeded... my goal was to create something over-the-top, and here it is!
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