This is my first post here despite having been a member for quite some time.
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Illustrious is a troop transport / gunship set in the Battlestar Galactica universe for a fanfic over at my web site.
I was inspired by a vessel from the Wing Commander universe known as the Black Lance transport that was used to transport fighter craft.
My ultimate goal is to model this ship once I learn Lightwave.
This is a rough design and I hope to make it more presentable in the future.
C&C definitely welcome.
Thanks!
**Edit**
Thanks to John Guentzel for his original artwork where I got my inspiration - sorry, forgot the tag.
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The bays don't fold in but it's an interesting thought. I may have to look at that possibility. I appreciate the comment.
I really like how youAâre combining ideas from Wing Commander and Star Wars.
And itAâs one of those shapes which you can revisit after a while again to make an even more detailed version as you gain experience.
The crew / troop area has windows and an access door. In addition there are two tail sections that add to stability.
I've changed the look of the Illustrious a bit as I thought more and more about different aspects of the ship's actual role as a gunship. Here is the first of several different images I will be posting in 2D.
In the nose there are two multi-barreled miniguns. Underneath each of the front hardpoints are two sets of rocket pods. These are removeable for different types of munitions depending on the mission. In addition there is room for more than one type of ammo.
Remember this is a rough sketch only. Once I get it the way I really want it I'll draw it with much cleaner lines.
As always feedback is welcome.
Thanks
I've changed the overall look of the side, added sharper lines, and placed the weapon hardpoints in their positions.
C&C definitely welcome.
Thanks
I've changed the bottom of the fuselage a bit. More updates soon(ish).
I've started learning Lightwave so I'll make the transition from 2d to 3d as soon as I feel more comfortable with the interface.