I have been away for a couple of months. The Compound had to be without its leader for that time, but things were taken care of, so fear not. I’ll have a full update tomorrow, but for now I need to get some sleep. I really don’t have the energy to be on here right now.
Tom B.
With the April 21st release of the new download pack available for L4D, they are going to be releasing the official SDK so that people can make their own maps for the game. I am going to take a shot at designing a map so that the Necros here on the Compound will know what to do in case of an attack on home grounds.
I’m going to make it as true to life as possible while sticking with the surprising feel that Left 4 Dead gives each time it’s played. I feel that this would keep everyone on their toes here on the Compound, while giving those on the outside a Virtual Tour of the campus while getting to kill zombies.
So be on the lookout for it. The release of the SDK will be on Tuesday, April 21st, and I will begin experimenting with it that very night. Alright, I have some work to do with a green recruit, so keep your eyes wide and your minds open. I’ll be back on here soon for some more updates.
Tom B.
I have a suggestion for all those who might be interested in some late night research/reading. Robert Kirkman, who some might recognize as the comic book author who created “Battle Pope”, also has a series of comics that have been around for a few years called “The Walking Dead”.
I began reading these comics a couple months ago, and have found them to be a thorough wealth of knowledge. Kirkman not only explores the concept of living amongst the undead, but of the trials it can put the mind through. The hardships and tribulations of surviving with others in a world full of zombies.
These comics are now available in compiled books and can be found on eBay, BarnesandNoble.com, as well as abebooks.com. I suggest that if you want to expand your library, you should definitely look into this.
Also, with the coming expansion to Left 4 Dead, there will likely be a new Strategy Guide to follow promptly. For those who are already living at the Compound, these books will be available in the library soon after they hit the stores. All other members online are urged to buy the book soon as well.
Tom B.