The Free Archives (Formerly Animations Archive)

hadecynn · 2016-01-19T09:49:48+0900

6/15/2020 Today we're happy to announce the revival and rebranding of the former Animations Archive. As many of you are aware, the free resources we've posted here have become hard to get a hold of over these years. To solve this issue, we've decided to put everything on itch.io where they'll be more permanently available and easier to manage. The Free Archives will be released periodically and will contain remastered versions of free assets released since 2016, experimental prototypes, and other assets crafted by Dreams Circle that do not fall into our flagship brands. These assets are designed for game production but can be used for anything as long as the Terms of Use are followed. Note that whereas the old Animations Archive releases were set to 20FPS, these remastered assets have all been made at 30 AND 60 FPS, so they're perfectly compatible with all of our paid assets (Animations Collection and Animations Select). Without further ado: The Free Archives Vol.1 by Dreams Circle dreams-circle.itch.io Enjoy!

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Started by hadecynn Jan 19, 2016, 12:49 AM 474 posts Page 13 of 24 View original ↗

Pedrospecian

#241 Apr 6, 2016, 12:27 PM Source

Don't worry. Your life and work come first =]. Take your time to do your animations and organize everything.
Chaos17

#242 Apr 7, 2016, 06:49 AM Source

Take your time :)
Tuomo L

#243 Apr 9, 2016, 04:11 PM Source

hadecynn said:
Good afternoon RPG Maker Forums!

The intention for today's release isn't so much a battle animation as it is just a utility animation, but I guess it's possible to use this in battle as well?

=== GIF Showcase ===

Teleport

=== PNG Download ===

Teleport - Full Animation - https://www.dropbox.com/s/hht3vf4jpyw2rx5/XTeleport.png?dl=0

Teleport - Component 1 - https://www.dropbox.com/s/rsqbwhg05inf1pv/XTeleport01.png?dl=0

Teleport - Component 2 - https://www.dropbox.com/s/e39i9obay6gn9a5/XTeleport02.png?dl=0

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Enjoy!

Seems like a great "teleport out", would there be a way to make something similiar with "teleport in"?
Little Adventurer

#244 Apr 9, 2016, 07:01 PM Source

Do what I do- just put the frames in reverse order.
Ghost of Christmas Kloe

#245 Apr 9, 2016, 07:02 PM Source

Tuomo L said:
Seems like a great "teleport out", would there be a way to make something similiar with "teleport in"?

Why don't you just do the same animation backwards?
Sapphu

#246 Apr 19, 2016, 07:35 AM Source

These are beautiful. Thanks so much! For some reason, though, I can't seem to find the files for White Magic (or its .json file if it's individual) ?? Am I just somehow missing the post or...? I downloaded the latest group batch (both images and .json) but it doesn't seem to be in here. Unless it's under a different name? edit: It seems like Black Magic is here as 'Cast2' but there doesn't seem to be a Cast1 animation in the bundle, or in the posts. I can only find it as a gif in the first post. I really want this one pls halp ;A;

Also...does anyone know how I can transfer the animation data to my current project? When copy-pasting one of these animations from a new game file to my current one, all it saves is the name and the images that it uses. The animation itself is completely missing. Do I have to try to recreate it from scratch? thanks for any and all help! I'm an idiot and forgot to also copy the image files over to the other project folder, my bad. lmfao
hadecynn

#247 May 6, 2016, 07:46 AM Source

Good evening RPG Maker Forums!

I've just finished my last exam for my MBA degree today and will finally be done with school forever... probably. No plans for a PhD... yet...

That being the case, I'll be transitioning into a new phase in life over the next few months, and frankly I don't know how much free time I'll have once I start working full-time again. However, I remain committed to making both my own game as well as animations, and so I'm happy to announce that The Animations Archive will be back in business starting next week!

While this isn't completely set-in-stone yet, I'm anticipating a new one-release-per-week schedule going forward. I understand that a lot of you might be disappointed by this, so let me address the reasons behind this decision.

First, of course, is the full-time job that I mentioned above. Without knowing how my new career is going to impact the other aspects of my life, I'm anticipating the worst and assuming that I'll only have the weekend to really do anything creative.

Second, while I originally started this thread to share the animations I made for my own game, I quickly realized that this wasn't going to work. Most of the animation in my game combines advanced Action Sequencing (courtesy of Yanfly) and customized settings in a way that makes it virtually impossible for anyone else to simply download the asset and expect it to plug-and-play out of the box. While I do enjoy making original pieces strictly for this thread and the community, the unexpected volume of additional work involved became the problem. As a result, for most of February and March, I prioritized this thread and stuck to the release schedule, but the deviation ended up costing me to neglect working on my own game.

Finally, in addition to this thread and my game, there's a third animation-related project that also needs a large time investment, for good reasons. Some of you may remember from a while ago that I mentioned working on something that I couldn't disclose yet. I'm excited to say that, if my sources are correct, this surprise will be unveiled in the very near future.

Due to these reasons, I feel that the reduction is necessary for both adhering to the schedule in the long-term, as well as maintaining consistent quality throughout.

With all that said, thank you for both your patience as well as understanding, and please look forward to the surprise as well as the new and revamped Animations Archive coming soon.

Sincerely,

hadecynn
Riff

#248 May 6, 2016, 08:38 AM Source

hadecynn said:
Good evening RPG Maker Forums!

I've just finished my last exam for my MBA degree today and will finally be done with school forever... probably. No plans for a PhD... yet...

That being the case, I'll be transitioning into a new phase in life over the next few months, and frankly I don't know how much free time I'll have once I start working full-time again. However, I remain committed to making both my own game as well as animations, and so I'm happy to announce that The Animations Archive will be back in business starting next week!

While this isn't completely set-in-stone yet, I'm anticipating a new one-release-per-week schedule going forward. I understand that a lot of you might be disappointed by this, so let me address the reasons behind this decision.

First, of course, is the full-time job that I mentioned above. Without knowing how my new career is going to impact the other aspects of my life, I'm anticipating the worst and assuming that I'll only have the weekend to really do anything creative.

Second, while I originally started this thread to share the animations I made for my own game, I quickly realized that this wasn't going to work. Most of the animation in my game combines advanced Action Sequencing (courtesy of Yanfly) and customized settings in a way that makes it virtually impossible for anyone else to simply download the asset and expect it to plug-and-play out of the box. While I do enjoy making original pieces strictly for this thread and the community, the unexpected volume of additional work involved became the problem. As a result, for most of February and March, I prioritized this thread and stuck to the release schedule, but the deviation ended up costing me to neglect working on my own game.

Finally, in addition to this thread and my game, there's a third animation-related project that also needs a large time investment, for good reasons. Some of you may remember from a while ago that I mentioned working on something that I couldn't disclose yet. I'm excited to say that, if my sources are correct, this surprise will be unveiled in the very near future.

Due to these reasons, I feel that the reduction is necessary for both adhering to the schedule in the long-term, as well as maintaining consistent quality throughout.

With all that said, thank you for both your patience as well as understanding, and please look forward to the surprise as well as the new and revamped Animations Archive coming soon.

Sincerely,

hadecynn

Your generousity is appreciated. All the best in your future undertakings in RL!

- Riff
Ilan14

#249 May 6, 2016, 02:35 PM Source

hadecynn said:
Good evening RPG Maker Forums!

I've just finished my last exam for my MBA degree today and will finally be done with school forever... probably. No plans for a PhD... yet...

That being the case, I'll be transitioning into a new phase in life over the next few months, and frankly I don't know how much free time I'll have once I start working full-time again. However, I remain committed to making both my own game as well as animations, and so I'm happy to announce that The Animations Archive will be back in business starting next week!

While this isn't completely set-in-stone yet, I'm anticipating a new one-release-per-week schedule going forward. I understand that a lot of you might be disappointed by this, so let me address the reasons behind this decision.

First, of course, is the full-time job that I mentioned above. Without knowing how my new career is going to impact the other aspects of my life, I'm anticipating the worst and assuming that I'll only have the weekend to really do anything creative.

Second, while I originally started this thread to share the animations I made for my own game, I quickly realized that this wasn't going to work. Most of the animation in my game combines advanced Action Sequencing (courtesy of Yanfly) and customized settings in a way that makes it virtually impossible for anyone else to simply download the asset and expect it to plug-and-play out of the box. While I do enjoy making original pieces strictly for this thread and the community, the unexpected volume of additional work involved became the problem. As a result, for most of February and March, I prioritized this thread and stuck to the release schedule, but the deviation ended up costing me to neglect working on my own game.

Finally, in addition to this thread and my game, there's a third animation-related project that also needs a large time investment, for good reasons. Some of you may remember from a while ago that I mentioned working on something that I couldn't disclose yet. I'm excited to say that, if my sources are correct, this surprise will be unveiled in the very near future.

Due to these reasons, I feel that the reduction is necessary for both adhering to the schedule in the long-term, as well as maintaining consistent quality throughout.

With all that said, thank you for both your patience as well as understanding, and please look forward to the surprise as well as the new and revamped Animations Archive coming soon.

Sincerely,

hadecynn

Is great that you're back! I was missing your animations... XD

I can't wait to see what else you come up with! :)
Solis

#250 May 7, 2016, 05:08 AM Source

Yes, I'm super thrilled that you are now back!
Pedrospecian

#251 May 7, 2016, 02:56 PM Source

I'm glad you back :)
mlogan

#252 May 9, 2016, 01:47 PM Source

I haven't looked at your topic in quite a while and just spent about half an hour looking through pages of amazing animations! I'm really excited about some of the Sci-Fi-esque stuff near the end. Actually, just watching them gave some ideas for my game and I think that's a testament to good resources - when they can inspire new ideas! Anyway, great work and welcome back and congrats on the degree! And stop apologizing for not posting - we all have real lives and understand that they get in the way of the fun here some times. :p
hadecynn

#253 May 9, 2016, 05:22 PM Source

mlogan said:
I haven't looked at your topic in quite a while and just spent about half an hour looking through pages of amazing animations! I'm really excited about some of the Sci-Fi-esque stuff near the end. Actually, just watching them gave some ideas for my game and I think that's a testament to good resources - when they can inspire new ideas! Anyway, great work and welcome back and congrats on the degree! And stop apologizing for not posting - we all have real lives and understand that they get in the way of the fun here some times. :p

Thank you very much for the kind words! They mean a lot!

As far as the apologizing is concerned, well, I can't help but feel that I'm committing the great crime of over-promising and under-delivering and disappointing my "fans" who are looking forward to my releases... I dunno, maybe I'm being way too self-conscious.
mlogan

#254 May 9, 2016, 05:36 PM Source

I get it - people tell me I apologize too much all the time too. :p

But, the best way to handle is don't promise - just release stuff when you can. You don't owe anyone here a single thing and if you never made another thing to post here again, that's your prerogative to do so. So instead of a posting schedule, I'd just recommend a general "I'll post when I get new stuff to post", especially as, I'd imagine, it will take a while for you to get into a good routine with all the changes it seems you have coming up.
MJTWolfe

#255 May 10, 2016, 02:08 PM Source

hadecynn said:
Thank you very much for the kind words! They mean a lot!

As far as the apologizing is concerned, well, I can't help but feel that I'm committing the great crime of over-promising and under-delivering and disappointing my "fans" who are looking forward to my releases... I dunno, maybe I'm being way too self-conscious.

I signed up because of this. Your animations are amazing! I just joined today, and I'm glad to see such an active support and forum. I am definitely a fan, and can't wait to see what else you come up with.
BCj

#256 May 10, 2016, 06:03 PM Source

Animations, yeeeeesssssss. Shame they're not for VX Ace too. :(
hadecynn

#257 May 12, 2016, 09:19 PM Source

BCj said:
Animations, yeeeeesssssss. Shame they're not for VX Ace too. :(

I don't have the equivalent of the animations.json for VX Ace, but the animation sheets are usable in VX Ace too.
hadecynn

#258 May 13, 2016, 03:57 PM Source

Good morning RPG Maker Forums!

In celebration of the release of my first asset pack, "Animations Collection I: Quintessence", I'm proud to announce the official restarting of this thread as well! Please expect weekly updates to happen on Sundays from now on. Without any further ado:

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Making the 27 animations in Quintessence has taught me quite a lot and have further refined the quality of my animations. As a result, the complexity and number of components in each animation have risen quite dramatically. Therefore, I have decided for the time being to stop releasing component sheets due to the amount of extra work involved. The newest version of the animations.json will remain on the opening thread on the first page.

Since people have been asking for some sort of non-elemental magic effect, this week's release features one such interpretation of that. This effect could also be used in sci-fi/high-tech settings as well:

=== GIF Showcase ===

XS101 - Energy Burst

=== PNG Download ===

XS1_01_Energy Burst: https://www.dropbox.com/s/dn4p70stqrwk6gs/XS1_01_Energy_Burst.png?dl=0

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Remember to go and check out Quintessence if you haven't already! Here's a shortcut to the Demo Reel:

Enjoy!
mlogan

#259 May 13, 2016, 04:34 PM Source

Congrats on the pack release!
BCj

#260 May 13, 2016, 04:39 PM Source

hadecynn said:
I don't have the equivalent of the animations.json for VX Ace, but the animation sheets are usable in VX Ace too.

What does the animations.json do?

p.s. congrats on your pack, it looks great