: The recent success of Tex's Classic Customs Night is proof that Custom
: Games in Halo are alive and well, so we're going to keep the ball rolling
: and give folks some incentive to participate.

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: Prepare to SSD

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: Now's one of those times, pays to be the strong Forger type.

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: The successful launch of the fantastic Halo 3: ODST has rekindled my Halo
: love, and so will be the theme of this simple contest: -Forge an ODST
: campaign (or campaign-inspired) space in H2A for use in Customs.

: Ever want to play a CTF match in Tayari Plaza? Wish you could assault the
: building on Lost Platoon? Does Kikowani Station just scream for Big team
: Battle? We agree, and we want you to make it happen.

: The Rules

: -Use the H2A Forge to make your map.

: -Objective gametypes are greatly encouraged.

: -Because this is ODST-themed, you win bonus points if you include the
: Silenced SMG and Assault Rifle (on map, or as part of custom loadouts). If
: you wish to toss the BR aside, we won't take points away either. ;)

: -Maps that recreate campaign spaces don't have to be 100% accurate. Fun comes
: first, so if you think a mancannon and teleporter is appropriate, then
: knock yourself out.

: -While being ODST-inspired, don't be afraid to make use of the full sandbox.
: Hornet? BR? Civilian Warthog? If they make the map better, don't hold
: back. Feel free to use any map that you wish. You won't lose points for
: setting it on Skyward

: -You may submit multiple maps if you'd like (more chances to win!), but only
: one version of a specific map. We can't playtest them for you, so if you
: submit v1.0 of a map, that's the one we're judging. Be sure to playtest
: your map before you submit it! That said, this is a public forum, so don't
: be afraid to ask for help with playtesting/public critique in a separate
: thread (try not to make multiple threads about it though)!

: -Remember. Your map doesn't have to be an obvious campaign space. If you want
: to set your map on a damaged UNSC ship on the Nebula skybox, that counts,
: since "Prepare to Drop" opens that option for you!

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: Submissions

: To enter, post your submission on this thread (map and gametype). The MCC has
: a File search function, so be sure to include all necessary info (such as
: supported number of players), as well as what gametypes are supported by
: your map (and which specific one you'd like for us to run). It doesn't
: need to support all gametypes, so if you are designing your map with
: Assault in mind, don't worry about having to tack on Territories. Remember
: to have it playtested thoroughly before you submit!

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: Judging

: Once you've submitted your map(s), an SSD associate (Padraig Pr7me,
: ProfessorBonkle, Snipe 316, Bones 153, or myself) will review your map.
: Our favorites will be included into a streamed game night with fellow
: HBOers, where we will pick our winners.

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: Prizes

: That's right. If you remember previous SSD contests, you know that we believe
: in rewarding your efforts. While the prizes have not been finalized. There
: are main prizes up for grabs: -1st Place: $20 in XBL credit.

: -2st Place: $10 in XBL credit.

: -3st Place: A wink and a thumbs up. *

: *Remember, prizes are still tentative, so don't lose hope!

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: Deadline

: You have three weeks ( Midnight, July 20, 2015 ) to submit your entry, as
: Judging (and streaming) will be done on Wednesday night (July 22, 2015,
: exact time TBD). So get those boots on the ground, and Get Forging!

: If you have any other questions, feel free to ask. Good luck, Forgers!

The map: Yakuti Blvd. (GT: Fuchsdh)

Taking inspiration from pieces of Kizingo Blvd. and Tayari Plaza, Yakuti Blvd is a mid-to-large scale urban-themed map built for 1-Bomb or 1-Flag. Attackers and defenders start at opposite ends of an open L-junction in the boulevard.

Above: Attacker spawn (by 'hog.)

Both teams have vehicles (a Warthog for the attackers, Ghost for the defenders) but by default the main thoroughfare is blocked with security gates, which can be toggled on and off from a structure in the center corner of the map.

There's also a cache of weapons and a Gungoose hidden behind another gate that the attackers can access.

Goes well when paired with ODST 1-Bomb (also in the share), where players start with suppressed SMGs and 1 frag.