The Warcraft Model Library is a project with the intent to make creating Warcraft themed maps even easier. This library includes several Mod files that will be uploaded and updated on Battle.net for everyone to use. All you need to do to use these mods is download the mod file and place it in the mods directory in your Starcraft 2 folder (I will put a link or create a tutorial on how to do that later). Currently this library consists of DOODAD models only. However, I hope to add units and tree resource models soon. In addition, myself and a team are currently going through each model and enhancing the detail by adding normal maps.
If you decide to use any of these mods, I only ask that you give proper credits on the loading screen or in the map itself. In addition, anybody can add mod files or update current mod files by using the Warcraft Model Library site set up. There are detailed instructions on how to do this in the Instructions document.
If you have any questions or would like to work with me more closely in making this project more robust, please contact me at [email protected].
Here is the link to and alternate download for the Warcraft Model Library Database: HERE.
Note: Not all Mod Files are currently uploaded to Battle.Net. If you would like to help me upload and maintain these mod files, please contact me!
- There are currently 116 models in this library. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Barrens Library includes models that would fit a desert/red styled map. Models are from the Barrens, Blades Edges, Durotar, Redridge, and Badlands areas.
- There are currently 140 models in this library. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Forest Library includes models that would fit a green, foresty themed map. Models are from Darkshore, Dustwallow, Ashenvale, Elwynn, and Un Goro areas.
- There are currently 92 models in this library. (Some are enhanced with embedded normal maps; view model list to see which ones)
- The Northrend (Part 1) Library includes models that would fit a snowy themed map. Models are from the Argent Dawn, Vrykul, Dragonblight, Borean Tundra, and Snow Furbolg regions.
- There are currently 59 models in this library. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Northrend (Part 2) Library includes models that would fit a snowy themed map. Models are from the Icecrown, Crystal Song Forest, and Titan regions (mainly Ulduar).
- There are currently 59 models in this library. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Uldum (Part 2) Library includes models that would fit a desert style map. Models are from the Uldum region.
Want to Help?
This project is completely open source. Anyone can use these mods for any project. All I ask is for proper credits somewhere. This also means that anybody can help improve this project! Whether you'd like to help host a mod file, report bugs, update/improve existing mods, or even add your own model libraries to the mix, it is all encouraged.
By helping with any of these things, you will receive proper credit and my tanks :)
Currently, we need help hosting all the model libraries. Because of the restrictions Blizzard has created, I alone cannot host every mod file. If you would like to Sponsor a Mod file, you will be given credit in the actual Mod name on Sc2 Mapster or any other Website with the mod.
I also would appreciate feedback on the Libraries themselves. Any activity and posting helps keep this project relevant.
First, you need to download the mod files either here at Sc2Mapster, or at the alternate site here.
Go to your downloads folder (or wherever you downloaded the Mods to) and move them to your Sc2 Mod Directory. (This is usually at C:\Program Files\StarCraft II\Mods or C:\Program Files (x86)\StarCraft II\Mods)
Adding the Dependencies
Open up the Starcraft 2 Editor and then open up your map.
Go to the top left and click on File->Dependencies...
A new dialog will appear with a few options. Click on the "Add Other" button at the bottom left part of the dialog box.
This will open up another dialog that will show all the mods you have downloaded and put in your Mod Directory (the thing we did before). Click on the mod you want and press "OK". If you want to add more than one mod, just repeat steps 3 and 4.
After you have added all the mods you want, press "OK" on the dialog box and save your map.
Using the Mods in Your Map
Now you can use all the models in your own map! All you need to do is open up the doodad pallet and search for the models. (Searching for "(W)" will filter all the Warcraft Models!)
It's also important to know that you don't need to upload any of the Mod files in your Mods Directory. They are already uploaded to Battle.net! All you need to do is upload your map and when somebody plays it, Battle.net will load the dependencies along with your map!
Unfortunately I've been extracting as many of the same types of models from the WoW Model Viewer as possible, but yeah I agree it feels like there aren't a lot of really "good" models to work with... the main problem is environment doodads, like good tree, rocks, bushes, etc... they all look so shitty in Sc2 because WoW models really weren't made to be viewed from a top-down perspective...
I don't know about Warcraft 3 spell effects (as I've only exported a very small amount of models from it, most are from WoW) but WoW spell effects don't usually work well in the Starcraft 2 editor. Most of the crashes or bad looking models are because they have special effects and animated textures etc.. I'll still try. You can make some really good terrains with these model packs though, here are a few pictures to prove it.
Mmmmm guys do you know any WOW/WC3 model that can be used as a zerg door?
I need it for hive keeper :P
DrSuperEvil made a SICK Zerg door even with open/close animations and everything. You most likely are allowed to use it and can tweak it yourself or ask him how to tweak it (or steal the idea of how he made it and make one yourself with the zerg assets that are available).
Yeah :) I think it was one of the Weekly Data Exercises, you can probably find it via the search bar if you search for Zerg Gate or something. And I'm pretty sure he will also help you to tweak/improve it if necessary.
NOTE: The assets can be found HERE
Warcraft Library: General Information
NEW MODS AND UPDATES!
- Northrend (Part 2) (by Terminator) - Version 1.0: Uploaded 8/82012
What is Warcraft Model Library?
The Warcraft Model Library is a project with the intent to make creating Warcraft themed maps even easier. This library includes several Mod files that will be uploaded and updated on Battle.net for everyone to use. All you need to do to use these mods is download the mod file and place it in the mods directory in your Starcraft 2 folder (I will put a link or create a tutorial on how to do that later). Currently this library consists of DOODAD models only. However, I hope to add units and tree resource models soon. In addition, myself and a team are currently going through each model and enhancing the detail by adding normal maps.
If you decide to use any of these mods, I only ask that you give proper credits on the loading screen or in the map itself. In addition, anybody can add mod files or update current mod files by using the Warcraft Model Library site set up. There are detailed instructions on how to do this in the Instructions document.
If you have any questions or would like to work with me more closely in making this project more robust, please contact me at [email protected].
Here is the link to and alternate download for the Warcraft Model Library Database: HERE. Note: Not all Mod Files are currently uploaded to Battle.Net. If you would like to help me upload and maintain these mod files, please contact me!
How to Use the Mods:
For a walk-through go HERE.
Library Descriptions
Azuremyst Library
List of Azuremyst Models Models:
- There are currently 36 models in this mod map. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Azuremyst Library includes models that would fit a Draenei styled map.
Barrens Library
List of Barrens Models Models:
- There are currently 116 models in this library. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Barrens Library includes models that would fit a desert/red styled map. Models are from the Barrens, Blades Edges, Durotar, Redridge, and Badlands areas.
Blood Elf Library
List of Blood Elf Library Models:
- There are currently 109 models in this library. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Blood Elf Library includes models that would fit a blood elf themed map. Models are from various blood elf areas and the netherstorm region.
Forest Library
List of Forest Library Models:
- There are currently 140 models in this library. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Forest Library includes models that would fit a green, foresty themed map. Models are from Darkshore, Dustwallow, Ashenvale, Elwynn, and Un Goro areas.
Human Library
List of Human Library Models:
- There are currently 49 models in this library. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Human Library includes models that would fit a human city styled map. Models are from Stormwind and Elwynn.
Moonglade Library
List of Moonglade Library Models:
- There are currently 36 models in this library. ALSO CONTAINS A GROUND TEXTURE SET! (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Moonglade Library includes models that would fit a Night Elf styled map. Models are from the Moonglade region.
Night Elf Library
List of Night Elf Library Models:
- There are currently 88 models in this library. ALSO CONTAINS A GROUND TEXTURE SET! (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Night Elf Library includes models that would fit a Night Elf styled map. Models are from various Night Elven regions.
Northrend (Part 1) Library
List of Northrend (Part 1) Library Models:
- There are currently 92 models in this library. (Some are enhanced with embedded normal maps; view model list to see which ones)
- The Northrend (Part 1) Library includes models that would fit a snowy themed map. Models are from the Argent Dawn, Vrykul, Dragonblight, Borean Tundra, and Snow Furbolg regions.
Northrend (Part 2) Library
List of Northrend (Part 2) Library Models:
- There are currently 59 models in this library. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Northrend (Part 2) Library includes models that would fit a snowy themed map. Models are from the Icecrown, Crystal Song Forest, and Titan regions (mainly Ulduar).
Orc and Troll Library
List of Orc and Troll Library Models:
- There are currently 66 models in this library. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Orc and Troll Library includes models that would fit a Horde Styled map. Models are from various Orc and Troll regions.
Trisfall Ghostlands Library
List of Trisfall Ghostlands Library Models:
- There are currently 80 models in this library. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Trisfall Ghostlands Library includes models that would fit a haunted themed map. Models are from Ghostlands, Twilight, and a few Worgen regions.
Uldum (Part 1) Library
List of Uldum (Part 1) Library Models:
- There are currently 62 models in this library. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Uldum (Part 1) Library includes models that would fit a desert style map. Models are from Uldum and a Desert Twilight regions.
Uldum (Part 2) Library
List of Uldum (Part 2) Library Models:
- There are currently 59 models in this library. (None are enhanced with embedded normal maps)
- The Uldum (Part 2) Library includes models that would fit a desert style map. Models are from the Uldum region.
Want to Help?
This project is completely open source. Anyone can use these mods for any project. All I ask is for proper credits somewhere. This also means that anybody can help improve this project! Whether you'd like to help host a mod file, report bugs, update/improve existing mods, or even add your own model libraries to the mix, it is all encouraged. By helping with any of these things, you will receive proper credit and my tanks :)
Currently, we need help hosting all the model libraries. Because of the restrictions Blizzard has created, I alone cannot host every mod file. If you would like to Sponsor a Mod file, you will be given credit in the actual Mod name on Sc2 Mapster or any other Website with the mod.
I also would appreciate feedback on the Libraries themselves. Any activity and posting helps keep this project relevant.
If you would like to help, contact me here or at [email protected]
Using the Mods
Downloading the Mods
Adding the Dependencies
Using the Mods in Your Map
Now you can use all the models in your own map! All you need to do is open up the doodad pallet and search for the models. (Searching for "(W)" will filter all the Warcraft Models!)
It's also important to know that you don't need to upload any of the Mod files in your Mods Directory. They are already uploaded to Battle.net! All you need to do is upload your map and when somebody plays it, Battle.net will load the dependencies along with your map!
In Association with: Warcraft A New Dawn project
If you would like to join and help out with this project as well, please PM me here!
Wow, now that is unexpected.
Can't even say how awesome that is :) Really taunts me to do a Fantasy styled map.
Nice work Terminator :)
Really look foward to your next additions.
hmm i have problem it says Dependency data could not be loaded.
@Foronisus: Go
Click "No" and try again. Does that for me all the time.
Mmmmm can you add a library with all the wc3 spell effects? I think it may be useful on sc2 maps too, specially the buff effects
i think we need to make more packs since i looked at all its good but still you cant combine and make some good map its still something missing.
@Foronisus: Go
Unfortunately I've been extracting as many of the same types of models from the WoW Model Viewer as possible, but yeah I agree it feels like there aren't a lot of really "good" models to work with... the main problem is environment doodads, like good tree, rocks, bushes, etc... they all look so shitty in Sc2 because WoW models really weren't made to be viewed from a top-down perspective...
@Terminator8: Go
that's why I asked for spell effects, they should look fine even on sc2 ;)
@Bibendus: Go
I don't know about Warcraft 3 spell effects (as I've only exported a very small amount of models from it, most are from WoW) but WoW spell effects don't usually work well in the Starcraft 2 editor. Most of the crashes or bad looking models are because they have special effects and animated textures etc.. I'll still try. You can make some really good terrains with these model packs though, here are a few pictures to prove it.
I suppose these are wow models and not wc3 because wc3 models sucks :P
@Bibendus: Go
I recommend using WoW models because warcraft 3 models are very outaded and unpolished.
They will look a lot ugly in SC2, besides, World of WarCraft has almost all WC3 models.
+Ark+
Hmm i was looking for Gates like that but never found that like.... Hmm anyway can i somehow help you Terminator8 with WoW models?
Oh i forgot to dl the latest Northrend part 2.
Mmmmm guys do you know any WOW/WC3 model that can be used as a zerg door?
I need it for hive keeper :P
@Bibendus: Go
You want me to search for your door? I believe there are doors that match your need.
@Bibendus: Go Look for Silithid in the game files
DrSuperEvil made a SICK Zerg door even with open/close animations and everything. You most likely are allowed to use it and can tweak it yourself or ask him how to tweak it (or steal the idea of how he made it and make one yourself with the zerg assets that are available).
@Bommes: Go
he did it just with data editing right?
Yeah :) I think it was one of the Weekly Data Exercises, you can probably find it via the search bar if you search for Zerg Gate or something. And I'm pretty sure he will also help you to tweak/improve it if necessary.
can't find it :|