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Mod name: Hologram flag

Mod folder: hologram_flag
Version: 0.15.18_20220831
Compatible with Cosmoteer 0.15.18
Adds hologram flag emitters that project
✅ 4x2 flags
✅ 8x4 medium flags
✅ 32x16 big flags
✅ Support horizontal/vertical flip
✅ Support two customizable flag designs.
✅ Swap flag on the fly via new UI toggle.


Download

Google Drive:
0.15.18 hologram_flag.zip ( ~ 1MB )

☢ Backup your custom flag .png file(s) before install mod

Please refer to How to install mod packages for installing zipped mod in-game.


Screenshots

Flags will be animated in-game (captured by GIF recorder at 24fps)


(New in 0.14.0) Supports two customizable flag designs for opposing players/factions. Flag can be swapped on the fly using new toggle UI
image https://i.imgur.com/LfjCSlc.jpg


All flag emitters are placed under "Flags" editor group
image https://i.imgur.com/DHuTefB.png


Flag templates included ( 512 x 256 px sq )
image https://i.imgur.com/hlbIIIO.png
image https://i.imgur.com/OLSTsAb.png


FAQ

Q: Who inspired this mod?

TheLastBeacon I was thinking that maybe that there should be a mod or separate build box to make a flag in. These would automatically be animated. This would be great for factions or a fleet of ships in bounty mode.


Q: Can I replace the flag with my country / faction flag?

Yes, you can. And no coding is required.

1) Locate the mod folder at
Documents\My Games\Cosmoteer\Mods\hologram_flag
2) Replace default flags found under Flags subfolder:
Flags\flag.png and/or
Flags\flag2.png
with your flag in recommended dimensions:

  • width: 512 pixels
  • height: 256 pixels
    3) Restart the game.
    4) Load your saved game to see new flag flying.

Q: My flag looks distorted or less wavy. How can I improve the flag?

Flag effects would look better when the flag image

  • Is prepared in 2:1 ratio; eg, width: 512px; height: 256px
  • Is in landscape orientation
  • Has clear patterns stretched across the flag

Q: Are there another alternative if I do not know how to prepare a flag?

You may look out for Namek's Decoration Mod which supports hand-crafted flags via the thread Compilation of all Mods on the Forum, OR support jbox1's Flag mod


Q: May I adapt the codes for my own mod?

Yes, the mod adopts Apache license v2.0 which enables freely use, modify, distribute, & even sell the mod.
You're encouraged to adopt same license for your mod but not obligated to do so.


Q: More mods?

More light-weight mods
-Beverage maker ( ~ 0.5MB )
-Extravehicular activity (EVA) add-on ( ~ 10kB )
-Glass armor ( ~ 0.6MB )
-Ion antenna ( ~ 0.5MB )
-Snowball ( ~ 2MB )
-Susuwatari ( ~ 0.5MB )
-Custom Terran shipyard ( ~ 10kB )
-Explosive charge (safe mode) ( ~ 10kB )
-Poohs ( ~ 50kB )
-Sensor relay ( ~ 30kB )
-Railgun accelerator kit ( ~ 0.4MB )
-Hologram flag ( ~ 1MB )
-Panel line decals ( ~ 90kB )

Could you make hologram sprites for me Star Wars style?

ClassicJam Could you make hologram sprites for me Star Wars style?

Did you mean something like this...
image https://i.imgur.com/39ScX0x.jpg

...or that?

image https://i.imgur.com/zen7bv7.jpg

clojelo That's Cool! But I was kinda thinking about like Emblems from Star Wars and Aurebesh Text :p

Cool mod! Finally some proper flags xD

    And really smart done... And here I am making alot of frames...

    ClassicJam I was kinda thinking about like Emblems from Star Wars and Aurebesh Text :p

    Star Wars flags

    Flag of the First Order

    ...as seen in Star Wars: The Force Awakens
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    Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Flag_of_the_First_Order.png


    Fan-made "Long live the Empire" flag

    with Aurebesh text
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    Source: unknown


    Fan-made Rebel flag

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    Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Flag_of_the_Rebel_Alliance.svg

    Namek And here I am making alot of frames...

    Nothing beats hand-crafted custom-made art.
    Keep up the good works.

      Nice. I forgot about the beam shader making waves.
      I didn't look at the shader but I know you can make it wave a lot more. Also it might look better if the flag's end are uneven and worn-like.

      Well, this has beaten it, since it can be created really easy, and people can change it in seconds, I need a day to create a good flag, really time consuming

      Lafiel Nice. I forgot about the beam shader making waves.
      I didn't look at the shader but I know you can make it wave a lot more. Also it might look better if the flag's end are uneven and worn-like.

      Thanks, Lafiel, I like your ideas.

      Added horizontal fluttering effect as suggested in new version.
      image https://i.imgur.com/21jp8nD.jpg
      image https://i.imgur.com/Sx31o8h.jpg
      ... could have picked a different model. PS: No offense, Homer.

      Can't wait to see Abh's adaptation.
      Correction: Abh focus on innovation.
      Abh Mod innovation and influence history

      @clojelo Thank you for this mod!

      TheLastBeacon Thank you for this mod!

      You're more than welcome -- it was you who raised the idea of custom flags.

      PS: Just added support for flipping horizontally/vertically in-game
      image https://i.imgur.com/N6bmduY.jpg

      • Edited

      clojelo Can't wait to see Abh's adaptation.

      Abh is an innovative functions and building options mod, there is not much interest in flags. Also it can't afford to waste memory usage on just anything either.
      Well, since the Bioenergetic Beam in v0.4.4 and briefing room in v0.4.7 I had eyed holographic projection with animation which do not work with shaders as is. I gave up holographic animation due to sprites and memory usage. There is only one case I've that could profit from this, although, I already used a different solution for the docking station's airlock bridge.

      Lafiel there is not much interest in flags. Also it can't afford to waste memory usage on just anything either.

      Indeed, flags are part of millennium-old Terran traditions when their ancestors were still warring on planet(s) with atmosphere and light/moderate gravity. Unique flags with tedious color codes and patterns were designed to identify texa & sovereignties, and to mark geographical boundaries.

      Although such primitive mechanism is no longer valid in the Cosmo Age, some Terran factions still uphold the tradition in one way or another.

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      A more recent example, The Republic of Alignment's border enforcer

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      TheLastBeacon This is the Border Enforcer. It is only made to warn the Republic that danger is coming or a small threat has been averted. Only has 3 small lasers on one side. The other side wears the Flag of Alignment.

      Oh I do want all enemies to follow such ideas. Makes life easier.

      clojelo Thanks for using my example!

      TheLastBeacon Thanks for using my example!

      Remember to update the mod -- latest version released on 29 Sept has extra goodies
      - Horizontal fluttering effect suggested by Lafiel
      - Support horizontal/vertical flip in Build mode

      Experiment with torn banners (mirrored)
      image https://i.imgur.com/AYcGY7X.jpg

      true colors

      The real fun would begin AFTER the initial hype --- when factions, countries, cults, space stations, arenas & courses, tournament organizers, etc started experimenting & showcasing their crazy colors.

      Open to suggestion for larger flag emitters from playtests and feedback.

      clojelo You should look at making it actually wave instead of getting bigger in one area and smaller in another. Still a cool looking and very original idea.

      The Torn Banner is amazing!