Light In The Dungeon

Aesthetic 3D Lighting

Aesthetic 3D Lighting: History, Theory, and Application delves into the history, the theory, and the practical and aesthetic application of lighting in the fine arts and 3D animation. In this book, animation industry veteran and lighting expert Lee Lanier examines the importance of lighting and its ability to communicate information to the viewer. Lee examines the history of lighting as applied to the fine arts, film, photography, and 3D animation. He discusses the use of light color, light location and direction, and light shadow types to recreate specific locations and to generate moods. He includes guides for successful lighting in 3D animation. Software-agnostic examples lead you through useful 3D lighting set-ups. Chapter-long case studies step you through more complex 3D lighting projects in Autodesk Maya. An accompanying eResource (www.routledge.com/9781138737570) features 3D model files, scene files, and texture bitmaps, allowing you to practice the discussed techniques in Autodesk Maya and many other 3D programs. The lighting techniques covered in this book include: History of lighting as used in the fine arts The scientific mechanisms of light Light types and light application in 3D programs Light qualities including shadows variations Basic and advanced 3D lighting approaches 1-, 2-, 3-point, naturalistic, and stylistic lighting techniques Replication of real-world lighting scenarios and locations Overview of advanced 3D lighting and rendering systems

Starving to Live

Random Tables: Dungeons and Lairs

Get ready to add even more dark and dangerous detail to your table fantasy tabletop role-playing game with hundreds of random tables designed to help you create epic storylines full of mysterious dungeons, secret entrances, and more! Take your fantasy world to the next level, all with the roll of a dice! Random Tables: Dungeons and Lairs is a utility book for fans of tabletop role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons, allowing game masters to generate on-the-fly content for their adventures traveling through dangerous dungeons, choosing room and hall aesthetics, and discovering unique sealing techniques. Adventurers love to ask tough questions that can sometimes put game masters on the spot and put their creative skills to the test. Never fear being stumped when the party asks: What type of rumors are embedded into this dungeon? What’s this room's feature and how can I navigate it? Is this door made from magical properties or is it normal? Generate all of these answers and more by rolling on the dozens of randomized tables provided within these pages. Your party will love your fast-paced and exciting adventures, and even you will be on the edge of your seat to see what happens next!