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Deviousness `ChewedKandi has certainly gone out of her way to keep the vector community on the right path. Always making sure that her talents are infinitely scalable, Sharon has put her bezier curves to excellent use, and firmly anchored herself as an inspirational leader. We're absolutely delighted to bestow the Deviousness Award for June 2013 to `ChewedKandi. Congratulations, Sharon! Read More
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Not sure how I feel about the Bailiff's design. I think it's a little modern and ergonomic looking, and the bright red with orange details makes it look kind of like a nerf toy, but I think I understand that aesthetic direction that would lend itself to those color choices and to the new look.
Let me just quick thank you, though, for avoiding the pestilence of pointlessly alliterative names. Love the Groundbreaker's name especially. although I feel like I'm missing a reference for "bailiff".
The Bailiff seems to be getting the most flak, which is interesting to me since I'd actually designed it for a previous demo set I ended up scrapping. I liked how it turned out but since it's being picked on now I've published pictures of it I'm not so sure, and I'm looking into alternative designs. The name was meant to be in relation to eviction and condemning buildings but if that isn't obvious then there's an issue. I want to get the grenade launcher right since it's a weapon type a lot of people want to see more of and I haven't done one, so I'll take my time on it.
The thing about the name "Bailiff" is that I'm an American and as far as I know we only use the word to describe courthouse security officers. In any case, the name has a very law-enforcementy ring to it, so maybe it would be more appropriate for Demoman riot gear.
Here in the UK bailiffs can get involved in things like eviction, and riot gear was more or less what the weapon was originally intended for. I guess a more international friendly name is in order, especially if it's getting an overhaul.
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On the other hand, the lack of wear and tear might contribute to the plastic appearance. Tools made from painted metal get scratched, leaving a visible score where the paint is removed to reveal the metal underneath. If a tool is significantly chipped or rusted, it'll get repainted, but there's no effort to smooth over the surface, so the new paintjob looks pitted and uneven. Scratched plastic usually just reveals more same-colored plastic, so scratches aren't as visible. You don't need me to tell you all this, but honestly I just figured it out and it makes me feel smart.
I understand what you're getting at with the Bailiff name, but even in that context it sounds more like law enforcement than demolitions. How does "The Wrecking Ball" grab you? Too obvious?
Something amusing I picked up looking for other names:
[link] It might be a little on-the-nose but I thought it was hilarious. Also something amusing: does the Demoman have a derby hat? The Demolition Derby? Ha! I slay me.
Just a question... how can the nade chamber open? Does that pole splits in two? It's just weird probably because I can't see how it would open.
Fantastic work nonetheless.