How to create boats?

Originally Posted by VirtualSkipper

Hey,

I want to know how to create boats because I can't really find that out. Even not in the forums!

Can someone help me?

Thx.

First you need the tools to work with.

S3D for importing/exporting and everything else.
This link will take you to the needed thread.
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=119571

A 3D Modeling program is a must.
There are several good free programs around.
Everyone has thier favorite but I like Misfit Model 3D.
http://www.misfitcode.com/misfitmodel3d/

A paint program that handles .TGA files for SHIII
or .DDS files for SHIV.
Gimp is a favorite free program and there is a plug-in for
working with .DDS files.
http://www.gimp.org/

This will get you started.
Feel free to ask questions as you learn.
That's how every Modder here has done it.


I also suggest vast amounts of reading in the Mods Workshop.
Reading older posts from the Merchant Ship Mod,
VonDos Shipyard and such can yeild vast amounts of
technical information.